Tinley Park Bulldogs Cheerleading
About our Program
We are a recreational cheer organization that teaches the fundamentals of cheerleading in a fun, friendly environment! Come join us!
If your daughter is looking for a fun and memorable cheer program to learn the fundamentals in cheering and so much more then give Bulldogs recreational cheer a try. We will have 2-3 days of practice during the week and 50% of all games are cheered in Tinley Park! Plus, with multiple children in the program (Football included), you will receive a $25.00 discount per child.
BETTY GUNTHER LEADERSHIP AWARD WINNER
Background
In 1961, Betty Gunther headed a very small group of women for an equally important and ever-so-vital activity that girls could call their own, The Bulldogs Cheerleaders. The impact of establishing such a “girls program” was perfect timing, and her vision to see it through was nothing less than remarkable.
The early 60’s and prior, sports were exclusively reserved for the male gender, with very few if any extra opportunities for young girls. Because of the spirit of competition and the love of the game these girls were able to focus on teamwork and sportsmanship which gave them the sense of belonging which are equally vital aspects of sports activities, no less vital to girls than boys. Such a cheer-leading squad was the ideal solution for the younger girls of Tinley Park to develop athletic skills they desired.
Betty Gunther organized bake sale fundraisers at Tinley Park business to generate money to defray the cost of uniforms and equipment. Women like Betty Gunther set the stage for our young ladies to become athletes and be a part of a team. She also provided us as parents with the necessary experience and tools to teach and guide our very own children on the benefits of getting involved in our community. Betty Gunther showed us the way and we are able to continue her spirit every year making it better than the one before us. Betty Gunther may not have invented youth cheer-leading everywhere, but she most certainly did in Tinley Park.
The Betty Gunther Award is for that young lady that is a MVP both on and off the field. She is someone that demonstrates leadership skills, a pillar in the community, does well in school, and is helpful to everyone around her. This person most often puts her heart and soul in everything they do. The voting for this award is done by the Varsity Coaches and their fellow cheerleaders.
Award Winners
2017: Caroline Poncin
2018: Casey Stewart
2019: Brooke Castillo
2020: Aubrey Casner
2021: Aubrey Rapp
2022: Samantha Muys
2023: Leah Bartgen and Gigi Creegan (*first ever tie)
2024: Lexi Wick
2025: Chloe Malinowski
Upcoming Events
Sideline Cheerleading League Info
We are delighted to cheer our Bulldogs on in the River Valley Youth Football League
Competition Cheerleading League Info
Competition Cheerleading League Info
Tinley Park Bulldogs Cheer is a proud member of the Illinois Recreational Cheerleading Association (IRCA)
Contact Us
Better yet, see us in person!
Feel free to stop by during our practices on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
Tinley Park Bulldogs Cheerleading
6601 171st St, Tinley Park, Illinois 60477, United States