At summer camp rookies are welcomed to their teams, and alumni come out and support their former squads. College teams especially, feel the support of their alumni when they visit camp to cheer them on.

The University of North Texas had the support of former Mean Green cheerleader, Justin Carrier who is now the NCA Vice President of Events and Championships. Carrier cheered for UNT 1995-99 and was on the first team in the school’s history to compete at NCA College Nationals. 1999-2000 Carrier even coached the team. 

It's really exciting to see them grow each summer at college camp. – Justin Carrier

Continuing the tradition of excellence, the current coach of the UNT Spirit Squads, Tracie O’Neal, was the UNT dance team captain while Justin was head cheerleader. The two met at Freshman orientation in ’95.

The kids love seeing alumni, and having someone that’s successful in the industry like Justin show support is really encouraging. – Tracie O’Neal

Last April, the UNT cheer team placed 3rd at the NCA Collegiate National Championship in Daytona Beach. They plan to head back to the beach in 2017 to work for that first place title.

Good luck this season – GO MEAN GREEN!