Grand Canyon University Athletics
2019-20 Cheerleaders Roster
Roster
Young, Emily

Emily Young
- Class:
- Graduate Student
- HS:
- Corona Del Sol
- Hometown:
- Chandler, Ariz.
- Major:
- Business Marketing
Bio
Post-Graduation Goals: Work at a marketing company and work my way up to the top!
Why did you choose GCU? I chose GCU because I went to a GCU Cheer clinic and fell in love with the atmosphere within the team, everyone was so loving and such a family. That had a huge impact on me choosing GCU along with furthering my education and always wanting to cheer in college.
When you are not cheering, where can you be found? When I am not cheering, I can be found hanging out with friends, whether that be watching movies, doing homework, or eating.
Who is the most influential person in your life? The most influential person in my life is my mom. She has such a kind heart and is constantly giving. Whenever I am sad or frustrated she always knows how to make me feel better.
What is one piece of advice you would give someone who dreams of becoming a GCU Cheerleader? My best advice would be to come prepared and ready for anything. It is not for everyone and it doesn’t matter if you have the greatest skills in the world because a GCU Cheerleader is someone with good character, a big heart, and servant in all that he/she does in and outside of cheer.
Fun Fact: A fun fact about me is I hate jelly, so I just eat peanut butter sandwiches.
Favorite Bible Verse or Quote: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
Why did you choose GCU? I chose GCU because I went to a GCU Cheer clinic and fell in love with the atmosphere within the team, everyone was so loving and such a family. That had a huge impact on me choosing GCU along with furthering my education and always wanting to cheer in college.
When you are not cheering, where can you be found? When I am not cheering, I can be found hanging out with friends, whether that be watching movies, doing homework, or eating.
Who is the most influential person in your life? The most influential person in my life is my mom. She has such a kind heart and is constantly giving. Whenever I am sad or frustrated she always knows how to make me feel better.
What is one piece of advice you would give someone who dreams of becoming a GCU Cheerleader? My best advice would be to come prepared and ready for anything. It is not for everyone and it doesn’t matter if you have the greatest skills in the world because a GCU Cheerleader is someone with good character, a big heart, and servant in all that he/she does in and outside of cheer.
Fun Fact: A fun fact about me is I hate jelly, so I just eat peanut butter sandwiches.
Favorite Bible Verse or Quote: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
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