Nightingale named new head cheer coach
Sterling College and Vice President of Athletics Justin Morris are pleased to announce the appointment of Whitney Nightingale as the new Head Cheer Coach. Nightingale will officially begin her role on September 8, 2025, and will lead the cheer program with her expansive experience and passion for the sport.
"We are excited to welcome Coach Whitney Nightingale to Sterling College as our new Head Cheer Coach," Morris said. "Her passion for campus spirit, her dedication to building a dynamic cheer culture and her commitment to competitive excellence make her an exceptional addition to our coaching staff. Whitney's leadership will be pivotal in shaping the future of Sterling Cheer, and we look forward to the energy and vision she'll bring to our campus community."
Prior to joining Sterling College, Nightingale served as the Graduate Assistant Coach of Cheer and Dance at York University, where she also completed her master's degree in sports administration in 2025. Her academic journey began at Bethany College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science with a minor in coaching, graduating in 2023. During her time at Bethany College, Nightingale demonstrated her leadership skills as the Cheer Captain for two years. In addition to her collegiate experience, she has been a cheer instructor for the Universal Cheer Association.
Nightingale expressed her enthusiasm for her new role at Sterling College and is committed to developing the skill of each athlete along with supporting their faith journey.
"This season I am excited to build upon the existing positive culture and atmosphere that the cheer team has. I am excited to bring a new life and energy to game day and bring more crowd and student involvement throughout football and basketball season," Nightingale said. "A main goal of mine for this season is to not only build the skills of each member on the team, but also to assist them as they grow in their faith."
Looking ahead, Nightingale is eager to explore opportunities for community involvement and enhance the game day spirit.
"I am excited to get started and see what possibilities are out there for community involvement. Increasing the involvement and spirit on game day is one of my goals as I step into this position," she said. Nightingale also extended her gratitude to Jessica Siaz for her support during the transition, noting, "I would also like to thank Jessica Siaz for her energy and assistance that she has given me as I step into this position. She has helped as I transition into the Head Coach position and will be an encouraging mentor as the year progresses."
Sterling College welcomes Whitney Nightingale and looks forward to her contributions to the cheer program and the broader college community.
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