More Than Counts

What happens when choreography becomes more than just skills and counts — and starts with relationships? In this episode of More Than Counts , I sit down with Jeremy Brown and Marcus , the duo behind Creative Elements , to talk about their journey in the cheerleading industry and the philosophy that drives their choreography. We dive into how their partnership started, why they prioritize relation...

In this episode of More Than Counts , I sit down with Hailey D’Lynn Smith — Weber State, Miami Metal, and Team USA athlete — to break down one of the most powerful journeys in partner stunt. From her transition out of elite gymnastics into the world of cheerleading, to qualifying near the bottom and rising to become a back-to-back champion, Hailey shares what it really took to build confidence, tr...

n this episode of More Than Counts , we sit down with Andres , a Mexican choreographer whose work is making an impact on teams around the world. From his journey as an athlete to coaching and building a global choreography career, Andres shares how his experience has shaped his creative process and his approach to athlete experience. We dive into the evolution of cheerleading in Mexico, the realit...

Welcome to More Than Counts, a visual podcast about what really goes into cheerleading routines. Hosted by cheer judge Mimi, this show brings choreographers, coaches, and athletes together to break down choreography, creativity, and the stories behind the routines you see on the floor. We talk about what makes routines special, what actually hits the scoresheet, and what these routines teach us ab...