Thiel College to host Lil’ Scratchers cheer camp for youth ages 4–12

GREENVILLE, Pa.-- Thiel College will host its annual Lil’ Scratchers Cheer Camp on July 10 and 11, 2025. The two-day camp is open to children ages 4–12 and will run from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day on campus.

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Registration is $75 and includes a camp T-shirt and bow. Participants will take part in warm-up exercises, learn basic chants and jumps, practice fundamental stunting techniques, and engage in team-building activities designed to promote communication and cooperation. The deadline for registration is July 9.

• To register, contact head coach Randall Burnett M.A.’22 at 724-589-9368.

The camp is led by members of the Thiel College cheerleading team and coaching staff, who bring collegiate-level experience and training expertise to young participants. Campers will also be invited to join the Thiel cheer team during a select volleyball game and basketball game during the academic year.

The Thiel College cheer team has a strong tradition of competitive excellence and school spirit. Most recently, the team earned its fourth consecutive top-three finish at the 2025 National Cheer Association Collegiate Championships in Daytona, Fla. Thiel placed second in the Coed Collegiate Intermediate Division, building on a run that has included a national championship, a third-place and a runner-up finish since 2022.

“This camp is part of our commitment to giving back to the community and growing the sport of cheerleading,” Burnett said. “It’s a great opportunity for young athletes to experience the fun and fundamentals of cheer while getting to know our team and experience a college campus.”

The Thiel cheer team also plays a key role in supporting Thiel College’s athletic programs and is a visible presence at campus and community events throughout the year symbolizing the College community’s spirit and energy.

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