10 Reasons Cheer is a Real Sport

4) Team Spirit                                                                                           (4 of 10)

4) Team Spirit                                                                                            (4 of 10)

Cheerleaders cheer on other sports, but they also support each other. They practice team spirit through formal group exercises, as well as informal activities like decorating each other’s lockers. This practice is similar to the team spirit exhibited by other sports.