Cheer/Dance

Dance Reclaims Title as St. Ambrose Spirit Programs Show Resilience at Nationals

The St. Ambrose dance team reclaimed its national championship title after falling just short the previous year, driven by months of intense preparation and attention to detail.

Inside SAU Athletics: Dance & Cheer

On this week's episode we talk to members of the SAU Dance and Cheer teams about their historic seasons.

St. Ambrose Cheer Seniors Chase Historic Fourth Straight National Title

The St. Ambrose Cheer Team has brought home three national titles in the past three years. Can these senior students bring home one more before they graduate?

SAU Dance Team Takes Runner-Up After Hard Loss in Nationals

The SAU Dance Team finishes as the national runner-up for competitive dance.

The Bees Never Stop: Third Consecutive National Title Secured

The SAU Cheer Team has secured their third consecutive NAIA Competitive Cheer National Championship title.

Inside SAU Athletics: Dance & Cheer

In this edition of Inside SAU Athletics we’re joined by members of our Dance and Cheer teams following their trip to Nationals in Ypsilanti, Michigan. First year head cheer coach Alex Newenham and senior Rachel Ruplinger discuss their historic three-peat win and the added pressure of their return to nationals. First year head dance coach […]

SAU Cheer Stays Resilient Despite Injuries

The SAU cheer team adapts to injuries this competition season.

SAU JV Team Dances into the Spotlight

SAU JV Dance Team steps into the spotlight this semester during their competitive season.

St. Ambrose Cheer and Dance Teams Prep for Another National Championship in 2025

St. Ambrose Cheer and Dance Teams prepare for what could be a historic three-peat win after two consecutive years of winning their respective NAIA Championships.

Familiar Faces Lead SAU’s Spirit Squads

St. Ambrose University is the only school to have both their cheer and dance teams win back-to-back NAIA national championships, but this year brings change and new opportunities: new head coaches for both programs.  Laurel Ritter has been with the SAU dance program since 2010. After receiving her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, […]