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Upside Down and Back Again: A Parent's Guide to AllStar Cheerleading
The real guide every cheer parent has been waiting for.
You signed up for the season, but no one handed you a playbook.
All-star cheerleading is fast, intense, and full of moments that leave even the most dedicated parents feeling confused, overwhelmed, or out of the loop. Why didn’t your athlete move up? How does scoring actually work? What should you say after a rough competition or a great one?
In Upside Down and Back Again, award-winning cheer coach, podcast host, and former cheerleader Jason Larkins pulls back the curtain on the world of competitive cheer. With honesty, experience, and a deep love for the sport, Jason answers the questions cheer parents have been dying to ask and shares the ones gyms wish more families understood.
Inside this guide, you’ll
How to communicate with coaches without crossing the lineWhat team placements really mean (and why it’s not just about talent)How to support your athlete emotionally through wins, losses, and everything in betweenHow the scoring system actually worksAnd so much more!You’ll also hear practical advice from other cheer parents and coaches on how to show up for your athlete without losing perspective, patience, or peace of mind.
Whether you're a first-time cheer parent or a seasoned veteran, this book will help you show up better for your athlete, your gym, and yourself.
Empower your athlete. Strengthen your parent-coach partnership. Navigate the season with confidence.
Grab your copy of Upside Down and Back Again today and become the supportive, informed cheer parent your athlete needs.
You signed up for the season, but no one handed you a playbook.
All-star cheerleading is fast, intense, and full of moments that leave even the most dedicated parents feeling confused, overwhelmed, or out of the loop. Why didn’t your athlete move up? How does scoring actually work? What should you say after a rough competition or a great one?
In Upside Down and Back Again, award-winning cheer coach, podcast host, and former cheerleader Jason Larkins pulls back the curtain on the world of competitive cheer. With honesty, experience, and a deep love for the sport, Jason answers the questions cheer parents have been dying to ask and shares the ones gyms wish more families understood.
Inside this guide, you’ll
How to communicate with coaches without crossing the lineWhat team placements really mean (and why it’s not just about talent)How to support your athlete emotionally through wins, losses, and everything in betweenHow the scoring system actually worksAnd so much more!You’ll also hear practical advice from other cheer parents and coaches on how to show up for your athlete without losing perspective, patience, or peace of mind.
Whether you're a first-time cheer parent or a seasoned veteran, this book will help you show up better for your athlete, your gym, and yourself.
Empower your athlete. Strengthen your parent-coach partnership. Navigate the season with confidence.
Grab your copy of Upside Down and Back Again today and become the supportive, informed cheer parent your athlete needs.
193 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 18, 2025
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September 18, 2025
I just finished Jason C. Larkins debut book, Upside Down and Back Again: A Parent's Guide to Allstar Cheerleading and it's fantastic!
The man, the myth, the legend that brings you Let's Talk Cheer Podcast shares
👉 stories that make you laugh
👉 analogies that make concepts simple to understand, and
👉 insights that hit home for parents to better understand this crazy sport.
One of my favorite features is the "What Parents Can Do" sections wove throughout that are clear and easy to apply.
If you've ever wondered how to support your athlete through the ups , downs, and everything in between, this book belongs on your nightstand. 🐸
The man, the myth, the legend that brings you Let's Talk Cheer Podcast shares
👉 stories that make you laugh
👉 analogies that make concepts simple to understand, and
👉 insights that hit home for parents to better understand this crazy sport.
One of my favorite features is the "What Parents Can Do" sections wove throughout that are clear and easy to apply.
If you've ever wondered how to support your athlete through the ups , downs, and everything in between, this book belongs on your nightstand. 🐸
October 10, 2025
Must read for any all star cheer parent.
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