Thunder
Elite 

out for every athlete who walks through our doors. Though she’s never cheered a day in her life (not even a cartwheel!), her passion runs deep. What started as cheering on her daughter quickly turned into a lifelong commitment to the gym and the incredible kids inside it. Candy isn’t a coach, but she’s the one making sure everyone feels safe, seen, and supported. Whether she’s offering a hug, sharing a laugh, or reminding you that you can do anything, Thunder wouldn’t be Thunder without her. 

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Her favorite Starbucks order is an iced unsweetened green tea!

She’s cheered on nearly every team we’ve had and brings that same full-circle passion into her coaching. Whether she’s running the pro shop or coaching stunts (her favorite!), Sabrina is all in—100% committed to helping athletes build confidence and crush their goals. With her fun-loving energy, fierce loyalty, and high standards, she’s not just a coach—she’s a Thunder lifer.

And yes, her favorite Starbucks order is passion tea, sub the water for strawberry açai.

City High School has shaped her into the passionate coach she is today. Known for her aggressive yet goofy coaching style, she thrives on pushing her athletes to achieve their best while maintaining a fun, positive atmosphere. Her favorite skill to teach is dance, and she takes pride in watching her athletes light up when they master new routines. Jaylyn’s coaching philosophy is all about accountability. A favorite Thunder memory for Coach Jaylyn is seeing Freeze make it to Day 2 of the Summit, a moment that still fills her with pride. When she's not coaching, Jaylyn enjoys teaching at her own Preschool, Tumble and Learn, where she is the World's BEST Teacher!! Above all, her favorite part of coaching is seeing her athletes succeed and grow in their cheerleading journey. And of course she loves Watermelon Lime Rebels from Dutch! 

into powerful, assertive coaching—pushing athletes to reach their full potential with confidence and clarity. She loves coaching all skills, but fulls and arabians bring an extra spark to her practices. Jessica thrives on watching athletes build belief in themselves, break through limits, and transform into strong, capable people both on and off the mat. Her favorite Thunder memory? Winning NCA in 2010 with her sister—a moment that still fuels her passion. Outside the gym, she’s a proud mom to Jett, LEGO builder, crafter, and dog mom to Georgie. Just don’t show up to practice in pajamas—Jessica believes in showing up like a pro. She always loves a good iced Americano with cream from Starbucks! 

now brings that experience and energy to the next generation. Sam is known for her tough, high-expectation coaching style—because she knows that discipline, hard work, and grit build champions on and off the mat. Her favorite things to teach are back tucks and routine cleaning, and her coaching superpower? Noticing every detail. Whether she's helping a team hit zero or celebrating a Grand Champ win, Sam is all about pushing athletes to be their best—and seeing those hard-earned smiles makes it all worth it. Her go-to fuel? A peach red raspberry Rebel with pomegranate drizzle from Dutch, or a strawberry açaí refresher with lemonade from Starbucks.

Freeze, and Lightning. Emelia’s coaching passion is focused on tumbling, particularly backhandsprings, and she loves helping athletes refine their technique and timing to make their routines shine. Her coaching style is both supportive and challenging, always pushing athletes to grow while offering them the confidence they need to succeed. Outside of the gym, Emelia enjoys outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, and spending time at the river, and she’s also a proud cat owner. Her favorite Thunder Elite memory as an athlete is when Flurries won Pac West and got their jackets. As a coach, Emelia’s excitement for the upcoming season and her dedication to helping athletes succeed make her a valuable and inspiring leader at Thunder Elite. From Starbucks- Iced chai with vanilla cold foam and caramel walls is her favorite! 

cheer career, she competed on teams including Black Ice, Cyclones, Storm, Freeze, and Lightning, and she brings that experience into her coaching style. Izzy loves teaching tumbling, especially when she sees her athletes mastering challenging skills and improving throughout the season. Her favorite part about coaching is watching athletes grow and succeed, particularly when they overcome obstacles they’ve been struggling with. Outside the gym, Izzy is focused on her online school and enjoys shopping, attending concerts, and having laid-back days with her family. Her energy shines at Thunder games and events like Trunk or Treat, and she’s always enthusiastic about bonding with the team. Izzy’s coaching style is supportive and driven by a desire to help athletes perform with confidence and have fun, which she believes is key to success both in practice and on stage. She loves a good strawberry acai lemonade from Starbucks! 

building confidence in every athlete he works with. Known for his love of double fulls and sharp dance sections, Brice keeps practices fun while helping athletes push their limits and enjoy the process. His coaching superpower? Pure energy—and it shows! Whether he’s running spring break camp, hyping up a tumbling pass, or celebrating a breakthrough, Brice’s goal is always to make kids smile and grow. When he’s not in the gym, you can catch him surfing, hiking, or playing disc golf... probably in red—his favorite color. Oh, and his Starbucks order? A classic pink drink.