May 6, 2008

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Winston-Salem State University cheerleading advisor Lori Dobbins announced on Tuesday that the Lady Rams' cheerleading program will hold their fourth annual instructional cheerleading camp in the C.E. Gaines Center, from June 19-21, 2008. The instructional camp is designed to develop all beginner, intermediate, and advanced cheerleaders, ages 7-17, under the guidance of certified instructors.

The three-day "WSSU Cheer Explosion" summer camp will start promptly at 8:00 a.m. each morning, and conclude at 4:00 p.m. On the final day there will be an awards ceremony and a talent showcase at 5:30 p.m. Each camp attendee will receive a t-shirt, a "goodie bag" full of assorted items, and will have the opportunity to compete for a chance to win prizes and merchandise.

Focus of the camp will be on cheerleading skills, gymnastics and stunting. Cost for the three-day event is $55 per participant prior to June 2, with the cost increasing to $70 after June 2. All proceeds benefit the WSSU Cheerleading program.

For additional information, or to register, call the WSSU Cheerleading Office at (336) 750-2936 or email Director of Cheerleading Operation, Lori Dobbins at dobbinsl@wssu.edu.