Oregon cheerleader balances rigorous training with academic demands

University of Oregon cheer and dance athlete Brooke Tucker has spent nearly her entire life in motion. A lifelong dancer who began lessons at age five, Tucker is now in her third year with the Oregon cheer and dance program, a team that supports multiple athletic events throughout the year.

Tucker trained locally at a few studios before studying under the head coach Ellie Combs at Sheldon High School, who would encourage her to audition for the Oregon cheer and dance team.

“I knew I wanted to continue dance in college,” Tucker said. “I grew up in Eugene, so this was always my dream team.”…

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