#414: BEYOND THE CHAPS with the 2023 Denver Broncos Cheerleaders (Part IV: Mary Kate)

Sports Krunch w/DKROM

1. After not making the final cut for a second straight year in 2022, just how much doubt did you have about this dream ever coming true? How were you able to overcome that mental hurdle?

2. What was your experience as a Dallas Stars Ice Girl like? What in your mind, aside from the ice, distinguishes the atmosphere at an NHL game from those of the other three major sports leagues in North America?

3. Even though you weren't a DBC the previous two seasons, you were still on the field on game days as a member of the Broncos Orange Rush Flag Crew. Did that experience help at all in your quest to wear the chaps, and if so, how?

4. Other than Colorado, what would you say was the best place you've ever lived? What would you say was the best place you've ever traveled?

5. Do you view your job of being a social studies and history teacher as an extra important task given the times we are living in right now?

6. What has been the most memorable experience you've had as a DBC thus far? Has it officially sunk in that your dream has finally come true?

7. How hopeful are you about the Broncos this season and going forward with Sean Payton now in charge?

8. Best Songs For DBC Routines

-Classic Rock: Thunderstruck (AC/DC)

-Country: Cowboy Casanova or Good Girl (Carrie Underwood)

-90's Pop: Supernova Girl (Kristian Rex(

-Taylor Swift: Shake It Off

9. If Pom-Poms Were A ?

-If pom-poms were a musical instrument, what would they be? Maracas

-If pom-poms were a household appliance, what would they be? Washing machine

-If pom-poms were a vehicle, what would they be? Volkswagen Beetle Slug Bug (early 2000's)

-If pom-poms were a super power, what would they do? The power to make anybody feel cheerful and happy at any time

10. Use one word to describe the following teammates of yours (and friends of the pod):

-Sophia F: Joyful

-Shannon: Empathetic

-Chelsea: Compassionate

-Biebele: Authentic

-Lily: Genuine

-Ariana: Multi-talented

-Berkleigh: Fearless