⏪💗 And that's a wrap on First Gear's inaugural season!
Season II: The Sequel marked several exciting firsts for DD Cheer Factory, including the launch of our very first introductory competition team.
With athletes ranging from 3rd grade through high school, many of whom were brand new to cheer, First Gear took the floor this season with enthusiasm, determination, and a willingness to learn.
Practicing just once a week, this team worked hard to bring "Rewind & Rise" to life and showed tremendous growth from beginning to end. We are so proud of everything these athletes accomplished in such a short season.
Thank you to our athletes, families, coaches, and supporters for helping make First Gear's first season such a special one.
And now that the routine is officially retired, we're excited to finally share it with all of you!
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🎬 Rewind & Rise
⚙️ Season II: The Sequel
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We are a non-affiliated youth cheerleading organization located in East County San Diego.
And that’s a wrap on Season II: The Sequel. 🎬💚
This routine changed a lot over the course of the season. In fact, not a single competition had the exact same roster of athletes or routine layout. Different competitions brought different versions, different formations, different athletes stepping into new roles, and constant adjustments behind the scenes.
But somehow, every version still managed to feel like Emerald.
And while the final lineup in Vegas may not have looked exactly like where the season started, every athlete who was part of this journey helped build what this routine became by the end.
By the time our Vegas Championship Weekend arrived, the team finished the season with a 3-day “Hit Zero” streak and officially retired “Fun Reloaded” the best way possible- confident, clean, and having fun. Because after all…
Fun is our flex! 💪
We are so proud of this team and everything they accomplished this season. From earning a Paid Bid to The Champion to finishing strong on The Pinnacle stage, Season II gave us so many moments we’ll never forget.
Now that the “Fun Reloaded” routine is officially retired, we’re excited to finally share the full performance. 🩵💛🖤💚
05/10/2026
⚙️🩵 Happy Mother’s Day 🩵⚙️
Today we’re celebrating the moms who help keep the Factory running. ✨
Behind every athlete is someone cheering from the sidelines, fixing bows, running carpools, packing bags, offering encouragement, and pouring so much love into this journey. So much of what makes this program special happens because of the incredible women supporting these athletes every step of the way.
Thank you for the sacrifices, the patience, the support, and the countless unseen things you do throughout the season. We appreciate you more than words can say.
Wishing all of our Factory moms a beautiful Mother’s Day filled with love, joy, and moments that sparkle. 💐⚙️✨
We are so grateful to have been invited to such an amazing event! What a great experience and Emerald looked amazing out on that stage! Can’t wait to keep the momentum going as we head into The Pinnacle. 🩵💛🖤💚
05/07/2026
⚙️✨ CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND ✨⚙️
From outdoor park practices to the championship stage… this team has worked incredibly hard for this moment.
This season hasn’t been without challenges, and while not every athlete who started this journey with us will be stepping onto the floor this weekend, every single one of them helped shape this season and get us to this point. 💚
This little independent Factory has poured so much into this season, and earning our spot at JAMZ Championships means more than we can put into words.
No matter what happens this weekend, we are already so proud of the grit, growth, heart, and teamwork that brought these athletes here.
Now it’s time to step onto that floor and give it everything we’ve got!
Let’s do this, Emerald. 💎⚙️✨
04/06/2026
Built to Rise ⚙️✨
This season isn’t just about what happens on the mat.
It’s about the work behind the scenes.
The growth. The confidence.
The moments that push these athletes to become stronger together.
This is what it means to be Built to Rise 💎
04/05/2026
Hope in every step. Joy in every moment. 💎🐰⚙️
Wishing you a beautiful Easter filled with laughter, love, and time spent with the people who matter most.
We’re so thankful for this Factory Family and the heart each of you brings to our program- on and off the mat.
04/01/2026
The Factory is rising… ⚙️✨
Season III: Built to Rise is on the way.
We’ve been building. Growing. Pushing.
And this next season is going to be something special.
Details dropping soon 👀🎬
03/22/2026
☀️ GOOD MORNING, SANTEE! ☕
We’re out here at The Lean Bean and ready for you! Come grab your coffee and support our athletes today 💛
✨ 20% of all sales will be donated to DD Cheer Gemstones
🍪 Plus, we’ve got a bake sale set up and ready to go!
Swing by anytime this morning (or later today!) and help our cheerleaders shine on and off the mat 💎
📍 The Lean Bean – Santee
🕖 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
03/21/2026
First Gear hitting the mat soon for their very first performance!!! 🩵💛🖤🩷
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