Amanda

Black Pearls Captain

Hometown: Deer Creek
Age: 21
High School: Dee-Mack High School
College and Major: Regency Beauty Institute 
Occupation: Dance Instructor, Coach (Dee-Mack High School Poms)
Pets: 2 cats, 1 dog
Hobbies: Dancing duh!

Dance and Cheerleading Experience: I have danced since I was 2. I was a competitive dancer for 12 years. I have performed at half time of the Rivermen games, Orange Bowl and Chicago Bulls game. I was on Dee-Mack High poms for 4 years and have now coached the High School poms, this being my second year. 

What would you like to be doing in 5 years: 
Coaching and working at a salon

Amanda’s Favorites…
Food: Chips
TV Show: One Tree Hill
Movie: Bride Wars
Song: I’ll Be - Edwin McCain
Music Artist: Ashlee Simpson
Restaurant: Biaggis
Place to Shop: Gordmans
Style of Dance: Jazz

Three words that describe me: Motivated, Hard Worker, Dedicated

Most people don’t know this about me: I’m a junk food junkie

Celebrity Dream Date: Choreographer Wade Robson

Most famous person I have ever met: Tabitha and Napoleon - choreographers from “So You Think You Can Dance”

Greatest Accomplishment to Date: Becoming a dance instructor/coach at the age of 21

Dream Vacation Spot: Hawaii

Favorite Thing You Own: My car

I’m happiest when: I’m dancing

Best advice or quote: Live well, love much, laugh often

Best advice you could give young children who aspire to be a professional cheerleader or dancer? 
Never give up…

Pregame Ritual: I really don’t have one

Best thing about being a Black Pearl: Getting to dance with a bunch of great girls!!

A message to Pirates fans: Never say never! Stand by your team!