High School Cheerleaders Want to Show Less Skin

A half-dozen Bridgeport (Conn.) Central High School cheerleaders appeared before the city's board of education recently to protest the team's new $77 midriff-baring uniforms - which they wore to the meeting. They asked board members how they would feel if their daughters wore something similar and requested the board's support against the outfits (which the girls say they did not see prior to ordering). "It really hurts our self-esteem," senior Ariana Mesaros said in a voice that the Connecticut Post described as hoarse from cheering the night before. "I am embarrassed to stand up here dressed like this. Is this really how you want Bridgeport to be represented?"

In most cases, according to reporter Linda Conner, the ill-fitting tops appeared to be too small, exposing the girls' midriffs, and their warm-up sweats seemed to be several sizes too big. The tops also violate the National Federation of State High School Associations' 2010-11 spirit rules, which stipulate that "when standing at attention, apparel must cover the midriff."

Log in to view the full article
Page 1 of 466
Next Page
Buyer's Guide
Information on more than 3,000 companies, sorted by category. Listings are updated daily.
Learn More
Buyer's Guide
AB Show 2025 in San Diego
AB Show is a solution-focused event for athletics, fitness, recreation and military professionals.
Nov. 5-8, 2025
Learn More
AB Show 2025