ERIE, Pa. - The Gannon cheerleading squad and numerous Gannon student-athletes and coaches helped make the ABC hit television show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’s visit to Erie a success with their volunteer efforts.
The ABC production crew was in Erie June 26-July 3 to rebuild Clara Ward’s home in 106 hours. Ward is the founder of the former Youth Development Center for abused and neglected children.
Student-athletes from the Gannon football, volleyball, softball, baseball, and cheerleading squads volunteered their time throughout the week. Football, softball, baseball, and volleyball coaches were also on hand to help. Gannon’s contingent worked in a variety of capacities, ranging from moving items out of the old house prior to demolition to assembling and moving furniture into the new home. They also collected food and book donations, as well as wrapping presents for the children in the neighborhood.
The cheerleading squad also received the honor of participating in “Move that Bus” day. Head coach Suzanne Donahue and the 12-member team performed cheers and stunts while entertaining the crowd.
A complete photo gallery from the first day of the process can be accessed at
http://www.gannonsports.com/photo_gallery.aspx?gallery=10.
A complete photo gallery of the Gannon cheerleaders at “Move that Bus” day can be found at
http://www.gannonsports.com/photo_gallery.aspx?gallery=11.