Meet the Crew
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Chelsey Moore
OWNER - Gold Level 7
Chelsey has been involved in all-star cheerleading for over 20 years. She worked for Vancouver All-Stars from 2006-2011 and then again from 2015-2020, with the later years being a member of the Worlds coaching team, as well as the gym director, and staff trainer.
During the years 2011-2015, she was in Saskatoon, SK completing a Master of Science in Kinesiology with a specialization in mental skills training for athletes. During this time, she worked for Prairie Fire Cheerleading, where she worked as the gym director and elite team coach.
She has sat on the BC Sport Cheer board of directors, is a BCSC coach credentialer and coaching course facilitator.
KCAchelsey@gmail.com
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Ashley Stephenson
OWNER - Gold Level 5
Ashley has been involved in all-star cheerleading for over 15 years. She began as an athlete and developed an incredible passion for the sport. She wanted to ignite this passion in others so coaching then became her life! She has coached at all-star gyms that span the country from British Columbia to Nova Scotia. She has predominantly spent her coaching career in the Kelowna community, creating relationships and an understanding of building our sport in our local community.
Ashley holds a Bachelor of Education and is an elementary school teacher in our community.
KCAashleyS@gmail.com
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Marika Fujisawa
COACH - Silver Level 4
Marika has been involved in all-star cheerleading for over 18 years in BC. She started cheer before there were distinct levels and has been on level 1-6 teams as an athlete. She has earned multiple championship titles and has competed at several international competitions such as The Summit, Spirit Cheer, and Encore. Although she started as a flyer, she has competed in all stunting positions.
Marika has coached in both Vancouver and Kelowna—tinies to open age, up to level 4—with a focus on tumbling and technique. She aims to create a fun, dedicated, and safe atmosphere to build confidence and a passion for cheer. She has helped athletes overcome mental blocks through positivity, drills, and repetition.
Outside of cheer, Marika works at Kelowna General Hospital as a Registered Nurse.
KCAmarika@gmail.com
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Alicia Anderson
COACH - Gold Level 4
Alicia has been apart of cheerleading since 2007, having started her cheer journey in competitive high school cheer. It was there her lifelong passion for cheer sparked. During her senior year, Alicia helped start a new program at her local Middle School where after graduation she led the program for 5 successful seasons from 2010-2015. In 2016, Alicia moved over to her high school and coached there from 2015-2020. Alicia transitioned to coaching All Star Cheer in 2020 and has been coaching multiple teams each season to date.
After almost 10 years coaching, Alicia stepped back on the competition mat as an adult athlete. Since 2020, Alicia has completed 3 seasons as an athlete and represented the first team from Kelowna to take the Summit stage in Orlando in 2023.
KCAalicia@gmail.com
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Alexa Posella
COACH - Bronze Level 2
I started in cheer as an athlete on my high school team at Rutland Senior Secondary. I competed high school intermediate for my grade 10 and 11 years. During my senior year I joined Okanagan Firestorm where I competed on an all star U18 level 2 team. After I graduated I coached at my high school and took a break from being an athlete. The next year I returned as an athlete on an open non-tumble level 2 team, coached high school cheer, and started coaching all star cheer by coaching a U8 and U12 prep team. This year I am an athlete on an open non-tumble level 3 team and coaching a U8 Mini level 1 team.
KCAalexa@gmail.com
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Lindsey Graham
COACH - Bronze Level 3
Lindsey has been involved in all-star cheerleading for 13 years in both Alberta and BC. She has been on teams level 1-6 as an athlete and has competed at both The Cheerleading Worlds and The Summit along with other international competitions.
When Lindsey isn’t at the gym she works as a Labour and Delivery Nurse at the hospital welcoming new babies into the world!
Lindsey has coached both level 1 and 2 teams ranging from Tiny to U16. She loves passing on her knowledge and passion for the sport to all age groups. She hopes to help foster a love for the sport and athletes develop through an encouraging, exciting, and challenging approach
KCAlindsey@gmail.com
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Laura Howarth
COACH - Bronze Level 6
With over 15 years of cheerleading experience, Laura brings a lifelong dedication to the sport. Starting cheer at 13 with a strong gymnastics foundation, she has since been part of three world seasons – two with a Level 5 team and one with a Level 6 team. When her home gym’s cheer program temporarily closed, Laura and a friend took on the challenge of reopening and running it, turning it into a thriving, ongoing program that continues to support athletes today.
Originally from the UK, Laura recently moved to Canada and is thrilled to join the talented team at Kelowna Cheer Athletics. Outside of cheerleading, she holds a Master’s degree in Law and has worked in both Law and Finance, though she’s now taking a break to focus on some personal ventures. Throughout her career, Laura has worked with athletes of all ages, bringing positivity, support, and a passion for teaching to each practice. She is excited to share her experience and help athletes grow in both skill and confidence, fostering a love for cheerleading in a supportive and empowering environment.KCALaurah@gmail.com
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Jolie Stothers
COACH - Bronze Level 2
I fell in love with this sport 7 years ago. My experience as an athlete includes levels 1-4 and I’ve been a volunteer coach for 3 years and became a certified level 1-2 coach this year. Cheer is more than a sport for me, it’s my passion. My goal is to provide a fun, safe environment while also creating challenging opportunities for the athletes to grow!
KCAjolie@gmail.com
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Devynn UIliac
COACH - Bronze Level 2
I have been cheerleading for 11 years and coaching for 2! I have coached all ages from tinies to juniors. As a coach my goal is to make my athletes love the sport just as much as I do!
KCAdevynn@gmail.com
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Kaitlyn Bollman
COACH - Bronze Level 2
My name is Kaitlyn and I have been involved in Allstar Cheerleading for 21 years! I have competed levels 1-7 at a few different gyms around BC. I just recently got certified but have been helping out with levels 1 & 2 this season! I have lots of passion for this sport and I’m so excited to share it with you all! My favourite part of cheerleading is seeing the growth of athletes from the start of season to end . I love challenging my athletes to reach their full potential!
KCAkaitlyn@gmail.com
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Serina Bentien
COACH - Bronze Level 2
Hello, I’m Serina! I have been in cheer as an athlete for 8 years now. All through levels 1-4 and have been volunteer coaching for 4 years. This is my first year as a fully qualified coach. I am so excited for the future of this gym as well as working with many athletes to reach both their goals and my goals in cheerleading.
KCAserina@gmail.com
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Kassidy Lillie
COACH - Bronze Level 2
Kassidy has been an athlete in cheerleading for the past 9 years. Her athlete experience ranges from prep, competitive and elite teams on levels 1-4, including a Summit championship winning team in 2024. She has been a volunteer coach for 4 years and has now become a certified coach in levels 1 and 2. Her goal is to build confidence in athletes by providing a supportive and fun atmosphere.
KCAkassidy@gmail.com
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Grace McCooeye
COACH - Bronze Level 2
Grace has been involved in Cheer as an Athlete for 12 years, in both Alberta and B.C. cheering on teams Levels 1-6, competing on two Worlds Teams and attending the Summit championship. As well as having the honour to be apart of Junior Team Canada for 2 years receiving a Gold and Silver Title.
Cheerleading has always been the most prominent aspect of my life, I grew up in the gym 5 days a week. It is my home away from home, I’ve built many life long friendships through this sport along with my coaches who have shaped me into the person I am today.
My goal for my athletes is to help them thrive in this sport, creating a safe and fun environment for them grow and reach their full potential. I can’t wait for this season and all the new skills to come.KCAgrace@gmail.com
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Cianna Konecsni
COACH - Bronze Level 2
With 8 years of cheerleading experience and 7 years of dance before that, Cianna has built a strong foundation in both performance and athleticism. At just 13 years old, she was selected for the Team Canada Academy as a flyer and tumbler, an achievement that helped her grow as an athlete and deepen her passion for the sport. Cheerleading has always been a major part of her life, and now, as a coach, she is proud to share that love with others. She enjoys helping athletes stay motivated while also teaching them the technical skills they need to improve. Supporting their growth and confidence through coaching is something she truly values.
Outside of cheer, she is currently studying interior design and works in lighting design, where she brings creativity and attention to detail into a different, but equally rewarding, part of her life.KCAcianna@gmail.com
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Madeleine Janzen
COACH - Bronze Level 2
Madeleine has been involved in cheerleading for 17 years and is excited to join the KCA coaching team. She has competed on levels 1 through 6 at gyms all across B.C..
Madeleine cheered at Vancouver All Stars where she represented Team Canada Senior Elite, winning gold at the 2019 Pan American Championships, and earned a bronze medal at the 2019 cheerleading worlds in the Global 6 division. She has also attended The Summit (2X), NCA Nationals (3X), and The Cheerleading Worlds (3X), including one virtual appearance during COVID.
With a passion for tumbling, Madeleine emphasizes the importance of strength and technique for safe and sustainable skill progression.KCAmadeleine@gmail.com
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Callie Tansem
Callie has recently graduated from UBCO and will be pursuing Graduate Studies at UBC. KCA will miss her so much while she’s gone, but we know she’ll be coming back to us in just a few short seasons! Callie will be back by Season 4!
Callie we are so proud of you!
KCAcallie@gmail.com
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Charlie Morrison
Charlie will be moving to Calgary before the start of Season 2 to pursue her education. We are so proud of her and cannot wait to have her back!
Best of luck with cheer in Calgary, we will be cheering for you!
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Anna Wexler
Anna has returned to the lower mainland to raise her little man close to family! She remains connected with KCA and is always part of our growth and success!
KCAannaW@gmall.com