Ultimate Cheer of Cincinnati - UCC

Pride Of The 'Nati!

                                 UCC Staff
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Brandy Beaudoin

With over 20 years in the cheerleading and gymnastics industry, Brandy is quite a veteran. Brandy was one of the first and original coaches at the Ace All Star Cheer, Dance & Gymnastics Academy. She helped grow and develop the Ace programs before there were levels 1-5 . She has taught thousands of kids how to do back handsprings.  Her proudest coaching memory is the Ace Youth Squad winning AmeriCheer Nationals in 1998.  Brandy has a no nonsense coaching style and a sharp sense of comedic timing. Her motto is, “I don’t expect you to shine unless you’re polished first”. Brandy is a proud mom of two kids.

Noah Berkheimer - Noah joins UCC staff with a great deal of knowledge and experience as a coach and former gym owner. A 3 year college cheerleader and captain at the University of Cincinnati, he specializes in stunt technique and coaching all levels of tumbling. Noah’s coaching style is motivating and constructive. He encourages the kids to work hard physically to achieve their goals while also stressing the importance of a positive mental attitude.  Noah is proud to be a part of UCC,  the best collaboration of All Star coaches in Cincinnati.

Alison Cook 

Energetic, Fun and Disciplined all come to mind when describing Alison. You can’t help but smile when you are watching Alison coach her Mini teams.  Her All Stars just adore her. Alison contributes 13 years of coaching experience to UCC. She has done it all- levels 1-4, hip hop, pom and jazz. She is one of the most sought after choreographers for school and rec cheer routines. Alison’s coaching career started at the Ace All Star Academy and she was named Ace Coach of the Year in 2001. A true dancer and exciting performer, you may have caught her dancing on the Open Hip Hop team over the last 6 years. Alison has her Bachelors in Physical Education and Masters in Education. She is the Program Director for UCC.

Joey Dupps - This former Director of Tumbling from Flip N Twist Gymnastics is proud to be a UCC Coach! He is also a UCC tumbling instructor and marketing director. Joey has 5 years of experience teaching tumbling and stunting and he was a former UC Cheerleader. Joey is hardworking, energetic and is always making the kids and parents laugh. His goal for UCC includes coaching a Level 5 team that competes at Worlds. Soon to be graduating from UC, he works for a real estate company when he is not at UCC.

 Julian Hutchinson

College cheerleader, professional cheerleader for the Baltimore Ravens, COA Staff member, MTV “Made” Coach, 4th grade teacher…..wow, let me introduce,  Julian.  He joins UCC with years of valuable experience and training.  Growing up in Maryland, he cheered all four years in high school and coached a Recreational squad. While a 4 year cheerleader at Miami University, he caught the eye of MTV and starred in an episode of MTV’S MADE, as a cheer coach helping a young lady become a cheerleader. He has numerous All Star coaching experience with Tops, MCE and CheerWorkshop.  Julian is USASF certified through level 5. His coaching style can be described as creative and knowledgeable and he swears he can make anyone laugh….anyone! He is so excited to be a part of the UCC family and can’t wait to make you laugh!

Samantha Isaacs 

After several years of dance and gymnastics training, Sami decided her focus and love was cheerleading. She gained experience as a high school cheerleader and an Ace All Star for several years.  Before joining the UCC staff, her coaching experience included several years with FYCA,  a year with the Star Performance Center minis, and two years with Cheer Force.  She is very proud to be coaching the UCC Jr level 3 team.  Sami is pleased to announce that she is going back to school to get her Education degree. Coaching has revealed to her that her heart is with teaching children. She loves the rewarding and fulfilling feeling of helping children accomplish their goals.  Sami is a great example of why UCC is a great, caring environment for kids to feel important and valued.

Stephanie Jones

Stephanie’s  fun and consistent coaching style is perfect for working with the youngest UCC All Stars and seeing their level 1 stunting and tumbling skills progress into level 2, 3, & 4 skills. In fact, her caring and effective approach is even evident in her line of work. She is currently employed by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Butler County.  Stephanie combines 12 years of cheerleading with CGA, KY Elite North, Colerain HS and Northern KY Univ., with 7 years of coaching and teaching experience. She is very proud of the UCC Minis winning Grand Champs and the Sportsmanship Award this year from Jamfest!

 

Danielle Lawson

Affectionately known around UCC as the “Drill Sergeant”, Danielle knows what it takes to be a successful  All Star. With 8 years experience as an Ace All Star Pom, Jazz, & Hip Hop Dancer and Competitive Cheerleader, Danielle has won over 100 National Titles. She continued cheerleading on the collegiate level at both the Univ. of South Florida and the Univ. of Cincinnati.  She has danced with the Ace Open Hip Hop team for 3 years.  It only makes sense that Danielle made the transition into coaching very easily. She has coached for 5 years, specializing in levels 3-5 for Jr and Sr teams. Her experience also includes coaching hip hop and Edgewood High School.  Danielle graduated from UC and works for a Fortune 500 company. Her proudest accomplishment is her little boy, Jaxon!

Chelsey Propps 

A veteran cheerleading coach of 7 years, Chelsey is thrilled to be a part of the UCC family.  She feels that UCC is a friendly environment where the coaches have true passion. Chelsey’s goal  for the UCC All Stars  is for them to achieve their highest potential.  Chelsey began her coaching career at the Ace All Star Academy in 2001 and has become a well rounded coach with experience on every level. Her proudest coaching moments are when she helps the All Stars achieve a skill and they are able to perform it successfully in the routine. Chelsey’s positive spirit and encouragement make her a well liked coach. When she is not at UCC, she is working as a Licensed Massage Therapist .

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