Why don't people just wake up and accept that Cheerleading and dance team are sports!?
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I think you nailed it. It fits the definition of a sport, \n\n"an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition" .
592022
Both of my daughters are cheerleaders.  They have a B+/A average.  They're hardworking and dedicated.  They practice longer and harder than the football team.  My sons play football.  I dare anyone who thinks cheerleading isn't a sport to attempt it.
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Sorry everyone's hating on you, man :)   Lol, I didn't know it was a sport either, to be honest.  What's next for sports, ballroom dancing?   Oops, my bad.  That's already been passed as one.\n\nCheers!\n\n\nPsssssst  Don't listen to them, its a conspiracy and not really a sport after all.  Neither is Bingo, just for the record. :)  Peace
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This question is one that will never be answered correctly or incorrectly.  The one thing that can be said for it is that it is an athletic endeavor.\n\nThere are two major schools of thought on this.  One, there are contests to see which is better so therefore it is a sport.  The other is that since the contests are decided by a third party it is not a sport but a competition.\n\nOne also must look at what types of cheerleading is being done.  Is it merely standing on the sidelines, waving pompoms and saying chants or is it going backflips and pyramids and throws?  Most would be more likely to call the latter a sport while considering the former not a sport.\n\nIn any case, as long as whomever is participating and/or watching is having a good time, then it is all good.\n\nGO TEAM!
81630
It isn't considered a sport because unlike gymnastics and iceskating, people that dance don't compete in big competitions like the Olympics. I don't think that's fair because people get excersize from dance just like the other sports, but that's my oppinion and that's not what you asked. Anyway, that's why I think dance isn't considered a sport.
876380
if you like cheering and stunts/tumbing than do cheerleading, if you prefer to dance than do the dance team, both are good choices as well as good forms of exercise and neither means youll be the stuff the one person said, just do what you want
81417
Yes.  Sports don't cease to be sports just b/c they aren't played on a grass field.  It is more of an individual sport, similar to tennis and golf in that respect.  In fact, some argue none of those are "sports" b/c they don't involve teams.  [except ryder cups, doubles, etc...]
254660
Thats a pretty silly generalization. There are plenty of straight althletes, softball and otherwise. I think it may be more likely that alot of people who are already lesbians have an interest in sports rather than "end up that way".
153678
Because people like you dont understand the importance of them.  These are the world's best athletes all competing together. Many people dream of competing in these games. It is also a symbol of peace and cooperation between all participating nations.
562129
I've said this before and I'll say it again...\n\nDefinitely. The word sport is defined as "Physical activity that is governed by a set of rules or customs and often engaged in competitively." Cheerleading is just that.
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To answer this question, you would have to ask yourself the definition of "sport." A sport consists of a physical activity carried out with a recreational purpose for competition, for self-enjoyment, to attain excellence, for the development of a skill, or some combination of these. A sport has physical activity, side by side competition, self-motivation and a scoring system. The difference of purpose is what characterises sport, combined with the notion of individual (or team) skill or prowess.\n\nAs you can see, a sport is a physical activity, which cheerleading is, and deals with competition, and I know there are cheerleading competitions. Cheerleading can be done individualy or with a team. So YES! I believe cheerleading is indeed a sport.\n\nTHE ABOVE STATEMENT BY THE OTHER PERSON IS FALSE. READ THE DEFINITION AND YOU WILL SEE THAT A SPORT CAN INDEED BE FOR SELF ENJOYMENT. Thanks.
201016
I THINK THEY ARE IDIOTIC POO POO BRAINS!! sorry but you should see the freakin retards at my schools cheer team, believe me they aren't that bright, they think that if they can do a bunch of routines that'll get themselves noticed then get guys and all that or maybe they do it cause they like being thrown in the air or flashing panties.
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I use to be a cheerleader and it can be very physical, so i believe it's a sport.
350868
It is pure entertainment. But then again, you could say that ALL sports are a hoax; as there is a lot of match fixing going on between both individuals and team sports. So instead of losing interest in the sport, just take it with a 'pinch of salt' and accept it as it is - PURE ENTERTAINMENT'
760372
I agree. But, this is the case with a lot of sports. One person or team gets dominant and it kills it for the sport until that dominance is over. I tend to go for the underdogs anyway. I don't care to root for the person or team that is shredding the competition.
687494
cuz they think their better and stronger at the sport. I pesonally don't like 2 play football. not my kinda sport. Basketball im really great at. I practice almost everyday.
37133
Cheerleading has always been my favorite sport to watch.  I have never participated in it, but when I was younger I tried to get sporty with several different cheerleaders.  Unfortuately I never made the team.