Tumbling Through Life

Last but not least… Katie Zabriskie. We're ending this series with a full episode of leadership, experience, honesty, and so much knowledge from our captain this year. Katie truly went above and beyond what was ever needed from a captain. She cared deeply about this team, this program, and the people in it, and you could feel that in everything she did. She helped lead the standard, the culture, a...

Eden is strength, resilience, and heart. This conversation was such a special one to have. We talk about her cheer journey, what this team has meant to her, and the kind of strength it takes to keep showing up through life's hardest moments. Eden has a quiet kind of power about her, and I think you'll feel that in this episode. So proud of the person she is and so grateful she shared her story wit...

Senior Spotlight #10 is Brynnley Ford  Brynnley is a 3-year senior on our Skyridge team and this episode is SUCH a good one. We get into our SCHAPE culture, senior leadership, what it means to help shape a team, and we tell some stories about two of the most legendary captains to come through this program. If you've ever wondered what really builds team culture and why certain leaders leave such a...

Macey's cheer journey has been shaped by multiple worlds—from all-star cheer to high school cheer—and in this episode, she reflects on what made each experience so different. . 🫶 Macey has been such a fun part of this program, and this conversation gives a glimpse into her experience, her growth, and the relationships that helped shape her senior year. I'm so excited for you to get to know her be...

This one is extra special. I've known Bryton his entire life. He was born when I was a junior in high school and his mom, Gina, was my cheer coach. After high school, Gina became my friend, mentor, and coaching partner, so I've literally had a front-row seat to Bryton growing up. In this episode, Bryton talks about his relationship with his mom, cheering with his younger brother, and having his ol...

Reagan served as our Media and Memories captain this season and truly helped capture the heart of this team. From documenting the big moments to preserving the little memories in between, Reagan played such a huge role in telling the story of this season. She is thoughtful, uplifting, dependable, and someone who quietly made the people around her feel important. Reagan brought such a steady and po...

Addison served as our uniform captain this season and brought so much more to this team than just organization and style. She has a way of making people feel included, confident, and cared for. Addison's creativity, personality, and leadership helped shape the culture of this team in such a fun and memorable way. In this episode we talk about her experience on Skyridge Cheer, her favorite memories...

From dance ➡️ cheer. Not many athletes have the ability to completely switch specialties in high school — Ellie is one of them. Watching her take her performance ability, work ethic, and confidence from the dance world and turn herself into a cheerleader has been so cool to witness. Ellie brings such a steady presence to this team and has grown so much during her time at Skyridge High School. So e...

We filmed this before nationals and before college tryouts… and since then, she's gone and done the thing — competed at USA Nationals and made the Utah State University cheer team. This episode is a look back at her time at Skyridge High School, the growth, the work, and the kind of athlete she's been day in and day out. Really proud of you, Caroline. This one hits a little different now. 

Co-captain. Leader. Steady. Strong. Sydney has been a constant for this team—someone you can always count on when it matters most. Her leadership, heart, and consistency have helped shape this program in a powerful way. Now streaming on YouTube & Apple Podcasts 🎧

Welcome back to Tumbling Through Life ! This Senior Spotlight series is all about giving our seniors the recognition they deserve—and next up is Anna VanOrman. Anna is someone who has quietly made a huge impact on this team. Her consistency, work ethic, and presence have helped shape the culture in ways that don't always show up on the mat—but matter just as much. Watching her grow over the years...

Welcome back to Tumbling Through Life ! I'm back—with 12 new episodes featuring each of our Skyridge Cheer seniors. I can't wait for you to hear the stories, growth, and moments that made this season so special. First up is Malia Bye. Malia is a four-year senior who has worked tirelessly throughout her time on this team. This year, she truly came into her own in stunting with her group, and it has...

In this special episode of Tumbling Through Life , I'm sitting down with my favorite person — my husband, Kjell. 🤍 You hear me talk all the time about coaching, cheer, tumbling, big dreams, and building confidence… but today we're talking about what it looks like behind the scenes. The late nights, the gym life, the podcast ideas, the chaos, the passion — and what it's really like being married t...

From Synergy Academy to captaining UVU's 4X NCA Game Day Champion Team, Kennedy Johnson's story is one of resilience, leadership, and heart. As my first "dance girl," she taught me as much as I ever taught her. In this episode, Kennedy opens up about her journey, her love for dance, and how she's learning to find beauty in both the living and the letting go.

Tumbling Through Life gets a twist in this episode—Kaylen takes over the mic and puts Paige in the hot seat! From her very first days as a cheerleader to how her passion for coaching began, we flip the script and get to know the story behind our host.

Kaleb Rodriguez—aka Green Man 28—has been chasing rhythm since he was three years old. From violin prodigy to snare drum captain, Kaleb's journey through music is filled with unexpected turns, relentless dedication, and a whole lot of personality. In this episode, Kaleb opens up about: Quitting violin to chase the "cool kid" dream of playing drums Teaching himself marching snare in high school and...

🎙️ Episode Description – Kennady Low In this episode of Tumbling Through Life, I sit down with Kennady Low, whose cheer journey is as inspiring as it is full-circle. From starting at just 4 years old on Mini 1 at UPA, to becoming a World Champion with MACS Senior Starz at 14, Kennady has experienced nearly every level of the sport. We talk about her time in All-Star, transitioning to high school c...

In Part 2 of Abby's UVU coaching adventure, we dive deeper into the real, raw, and rewarding side of college cheer coaching. From navigating athlete challenges to balancing life outside the gym, Abby shares what it's really like behind the scenes of a national title season. We talk late-night practices, personal growth, and the moments that make it all worth it. If you've ever wondered what goes i...

In this first part of Abby's epic story, we dive into her early days in cheerleading—from her youth days cheering for Lehi, to becoming a high school captain at Skyridge, and her first steps into coaching. Abby shares stories from her journey, what it's been like building our cheer program over the past five years, and how she's grown both on and off the mat. Join us for this fun, heartfelt chat a...

I'm super excited to introduce Kaden Snyder! Kaden's a highly decorated All Star athlete who's been in the cheer scene since he was in junior high. He started out at UPA All Stars, where I had the pleasure of coaching him, and later made the switch to Macs All-Stars just as I was moving to Skyridge. And let me tell you, Kaden's got quite the resume—he's in the Nfinity Legend Hall of Fame from 2022...

Hey guys! Welcome back to Tumbling Through Life where life is our game and cheerleading is serious. I'm your host Paige and I am so glad you are here with us. Today I have another amazing alumni from Skyridge! So let me introduce you to the famous Doxey. Kylie Doxey graduated from Skyridge High School in 2022 and has an amazing story to share. During her time at Skyridge, she was a dedicated four-...

Hey everyone, welcome back to "Tumbling Through Life!" I am beyond excited today because we have a special super senior guest joining us—Jacob Wilford! Jacob was the captain of our stunt crew at Skyridge High School, and let me tell you, he was a game-changer for us. He cheered with us for two amazing years, and during that time, we won Nationals both in 2020 and 2021. We honestly wouldn't have ac...

Today, I'm so excited to have another Skyridge Senior Special guest with me—Lexi! She's been cheering for me for the past four years, and it has truly been a joy to watch her grow into the incredible leader she is today. Lexi has this rare and beautiful talent for reaching out to those who need it most, making them feel seen, heard, and like they truly belong. Her ability to connect with others an...

In this episode, we celebrate the incredible journey of Kaylen, one of my favorite athletes. Join us as we dive into our four-year adventure together in the world of tumbling! From her self-taught beginnings to transforming into a coachable powerhouse, Kaylen has faced challenges and embraced growth like a pro. We'll share fun stories, memorable moments, and the joy of watching her progress over t...

Guys, I can't tell you how excited I am for today's interview. My next guest is someone I've been tumbling with for 5 years and cheering for over the past five. Kiley is truly the life of the party – always full of energy, dancing on the sidelines, and radiating positivity. She's not just hardworking, but also incredibly kind. Kiley's story is one of a kind, and I think so many of you are going to...