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Cheerleading has become more athletic, and the injuries more serious. But since it's rarely classified as a sport, squads struggle to afford safety mats and qualified coaches.

By Markian Hawryluk / The Bulletin
March 24, 2005

Take a peek into a high school gym when the cheerleading squad is practicing and you're likely to see a lot more than mere kicks and cartwheels.

With the advent of state, regional and national competitions, cheerleading routines now consist of gymnastic and acrobatic stunts that have girls....

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