Passionate Kerry cheerleading squad and their fundraising team are introducing Ireland to “cheer” in their aim to raise funds for their journey.

Killarney Scorchers Level 1 are preparing hard fulfill their dream of competing in Florida USA.

These young athletes are totally dedicated to their sport – they spend hours at practice to get each move perfect.  We will be following their journey week to week with updates on Killarney Scorchers search for sponsorship and funds to enable this talented team to compete with the best at The Summit Championships in Florida.

We will be giving you an insight into this new and fast-growing sport in Ireland and introducing you to our athletes and also to the wonderful area in which we are privileged to live in.

Introducing cheerleading to the media

While our athletes were busy working hard on their routines and fitness with their coaches – the Parents Committee were equally busy introducing Cheerleading to the general public in Kerry and indeed Ireland.  Photo-shoots were organized with Dave and Tara, video with IG Video; interviews with newspapers; and wonderful reviews in local papers and national papers.

Scorchers- BEGINNING!

IG Video Production in starting new project in collaboration with an outstanding team- Scorchers Senior level 1 Summit!!! Follow their progress in preparation for Junior World's Summit Championships in Florida! Good luck to everyone!!!!!!

Posted by IG Video Production on Thursday, January 18, 2018

What cheer means to our athletes

Cheer means everything to our cheerleaders - it is their life - our first video  demonstrates the passion and dedication that this Team gives to their sport.

There was also great excitement when Killarney Scorchers got delivery of the Team’s Training Bows – thanks so much to Tiger Lily Bows.

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