spankies pl (plural only) Full underpants worn by cheerleaders, colour-coordinated as part of a matching outfit and designed to be seen under their skirts.
What are cheerleader tops called?
Tops: Cheerleaders wear sleeveless tops called shells or liners which typically have sleeves. These can even be turtleneck tops. Cheerleaders either prefer to wear bodysuits or a tank top underneath. Leotards are also very popular among students who are part of cheerleading squads.3 May 2018
What are bloomers in cheer?
Cheerleader spankies, also known as bloomers, shorties, briefs or bodywear, modestly cover the nether-regions and prevent potential embarrassments.
How long should a cheer skirt be?
12 to 14 inches
What are cheerleading clothes called?
cheerleading uniform
What are the parts of a cheer uniform?
A cheer uniform consists of a sports top and bottoms (pleated skirt or spandex shorts), cheer briefs, cheer socks, and cheer shoes.
What are cheerleader shorts called?
spankies
What should I wear under my cheer uniform?
Most American school squads wear a sleeveless top with either a sports bra or an athletic tank top underneath. If the shell lacks sleeves, many teams wear a turtle neck bodysuit under it, although this is not required specifically. The bodysuits can be either leotard like or covering only to the bottom of the ribcage.
Why are cheerleader skirts short?
The answer is freedom of movement. The very short skirts worn by cheerleaders allow them to perform the actions and acrobatics required by their routine without the restrictions that a longer skirt would impose. It also makes them look stunning as well!
Varsity introduced Motionflex to the market, which is a super soft and lightweight stretch fabric with moisture-management properties so it wicks away moisture from your skin. It keeps cheerleaders cooler when it's hot and warmer when it's cold. Varsity estimates another 200,000 in private and parochial schools.9 Sept 2012
Why are cheer uniforms so tight?
Cheerleaders (high school, college, and All Star) wear what they wear for safety reasons. Loose clothing can be hazardous when stunting. While stunting, it is easier to grab skin as compared to cloth. Our shirts (liners) are skin-tight because of that reason.