I started watching this series because i love gymnastics, but also because I'm a fan of the NFL combines where athletes compete for team positions. The struggle and sacrifice are very real and I find it inspiring. However, I find it hard to believe that so many young men and women would pursue a sport with no end game, other than the prospect of a trophy and broken bones? It's not like they're football players with large incomes, in addition to the notoriety. Most people have no idea who cheerleaders even are. So the question remains: Why? While the series does a very good job of holding the audience's interest, it doesn't ever delve into the fundamental questions we all find ourselves asking. The exception is Gaby Butler, who, through tremendous talent and her parent's dedication to monetizing her success, moves past the cheer-leading realm into bikini endorsements and income from a formidable Instagram following. PERIOD.
Review of Cheer
