Dad in a Cheer Bow
Dad in a Cheer Bow by Patrick Riccards, published by Authors’ Tranquility Press on November 21, 2023, is a reflective account of a father’s journey into the world of cheerleading. This 170-page book explores the unexpected challenges and lessons learned by Patrick as he coaches a team of tween girls, initially stepping into the role at the request of his daughter. Through his experiences, he navigates feelings of inadequacy and ultimately discovers a deep connection with the sport and the young athletes he mentors.
Readers will find an insightful narrative that delves into the dynamics of relationships, parenting, and personal growth. Patrick recounts his transformation from a hesitant volunteer to a dedicated coach, highlighting the triumphs and struggles faced by the team, including their achievements at competitions and the impact of the COVID pandemic. Dad in a Cheer Bow offers a unique perspective on the interplay between coaching and fatherhood, illustrating how the experience enriched his life and strengthened his bond with his daughter.
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Cheer dad! The incredible lessons from this middle-aged man learned coaching a team of tween girls. When Patrick first became a “boy cheer coach” a few years back, he had no idea what was in store for him. He had agreed simply because his daughter asked him to. Once the deal was done, there was no turning back!
Initially, Patrick struggles to fit in with a group of women and feels out of place. Will he ever truly belong? Working with nineteen tween girls and absolutely no understanding about cheer or cheer competitions, surprisingly cheer soon becomes part of his DNA. It was quite a learning experience. Together, they overcame major adversity to win second place at Globals and place Top 10 at Nationals. Over the course of four years, he helped these girls’ become athletes and young women, including during the struggles of COVID and how it took a final season away from his daughter and many of her teammates.
Dad in a Cheer Bow provides us with an in-depth look into the cheerleading world and this father’s relationship with his daughter. It begins with him believing he would just stand in the back as a volunteer, but he couldn’t be more wrong. The pressures of coaching were high, and the stress of managing work and being a coach was beginning to get too much, but the payoff was well worth it. Being a Wildcat cheerleader made Patrick a better dad and a better man.
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