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.
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.
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.
About Thiel College
Thiel College is an independent college founded in the Lutheran tradition. Located in Greenville, Pa., the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports, and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The College is also home to a new Master of Science in speech-language pathology and 2Master of Business Administration. Both master’s degree programs offer innovative and accelerated five-year paths which allow students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The speech-language pathology program also has an accelerated 15-month graduate-level program. The M.B.A. program also has a 12-month post-graduate program.A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. Coeducational from its beginnings, the College remains committed to combining tradition with innovation as it celebrates 150 years.