Grand Canyon University Athletics
2011-12 Cheer Team
Roster
Kaylan Hanson
- Position:
- Base
- Class:
- Junior
- HS:
- Legacy
- Hometown:
- Las Vegas, NV
Major: Biology with an Emphasis in Pre-Medicine
Future Career Goals: I aspire to go to medical school after I finish my undergraduate degree and become an orthopedic surgeon that specializes in sports injuries. I would also love to eventually take a few years to travel around the world to third-world countries where I can work as a doctor without cost and help those in need.
Cheerleading Experience: I have no prior cheerleading experience other than this year. I did, however, participate in three varsity athletic teams in high school including, volleyball, soccer, and softball.
High School Activities and Awards: I Participated in three sports and earned nine varsity letters. I was a Scholar Athlete all four years of high school. Received the Coach’s Award for Softball my senior year. Named a captain of the Softball team my senior year. Named MVP of volleyball team in 2006. Named Captain of volleyball team 2007-2008. Named Student of the Month in 2008. Was Selected as one of Las Vegas Athletic Club’s Most Outstanding Female Athletes. Named Female athlete of the year for Legacy High School as a senior 2008. Received the Marine Corps Accomplished Female Athlete award as a senior in 2008. Was selected to Second Team All-Conference in volleyball for division 4A as a senior in 2008
College Activities and Awards: Cheer
Why did you choose to attend Grand Canyon University? I chose to attend Grand Canyon University because I desired small classes, the ability to develop close friendships with fellow students, and continue to grow as a Christian and truly solidify my beliefs as a Christian.
What do you like most about being a GCU Cheerleader? What I like most about being a cheerleader for GCU is getting the opportunity to be involved with so many people and events on campus and to be a part of helping to create traditions and intensify the school spirit for Grand Canyon University.
What is your most memorable moment being a GCU Cheerleader? My most memorable moment being a GCU Cheerleader is actually accomplishing my task of making the Cheer Team without having any prior experience.
What are your hobbies and interest? I enjoy staying active and working out, playing sports, cheering, reading, learning and spending time with friends and family
What is your favorite food? Spaghetti
Provide a final statement: Let’s go Canyon!
