Name: Gianna Casto

Class: Sophomore

Sport: Sideline Cheer

How long have you been doing cheer?

“I have been cheering on the team for 2 years.”

What other sports, if any, do you play at FHC?

“I just do sideline and competitive cheer.”

What is your best memory from your time doing cheer?

“I would say my best memory was probably doing the homecoming routine or all the bus rides back from games because we had a ton of fun!”

What is your favorite class this year and why?

“My favorite class so far is probably art because I love my teacher and enjoy drawing/working with clay.”

Who is the biggest influence in your athletic career and why?

“I would say my biggest influence as an athlete is my parents because they always push me to be my best and are super supportive of me!”

What are your individual goals for this season?

“My individual goals this season are to improve my jumps and basing in stunts. Also tumbling just like in general for sure.”

Do you have any superstitions associated with your games?

“If that means luck, I would say my friends and those close to me just coming and supporting the team and cheering me on. Also, the more energy the crowd gives us, the more we can give back!”

Who is your favorite professional athlete?

“Favorite pro athlete would probably have to be Simone Biles; she’s awesome, and gymnastics is really cool to watch.”