Shannon Woolsey

Shannon Woolsey gained public recognition as a flyer on the Navarro College cheerleading team, a prominent subject in the Netflix docuseries ‘Cheer.’ Her involvement in the series showcased her athletic abilities and personal dedication to the sport. Following her time at Navarro College, Woolsey continued her academic and cheerleading pursuits at Texas Tech University, where she graduated in May 2022. This progression reflects a consistent commitment to both her athletic passion and higher education.

After her collegiate cheerleading career, Woolsey transitioned into a role as an influencer. She has cultivated a significant online presence, accumulating over 237,000 followers on Instagram. Her platform is utilized to share aspects of her lifestyle and engage with her audience, particularly focusing on her journey from competitive cheerleading to her current endeavors. This shift highlights her adaptability and ability to leverage her public profile for new opportunities in the digital space.

Further demonstrating her personal and professional development, Woolsey became engaged to personal trainer Ben Christian, the owner of Pro Fitness Gym in Texas. Her career trajectory post-‘Cheer’ illustrates a path from being a collegiate athlete in a nationally recognized sport to establishing herself in the influencer economy, alongside personal milestones. Her work achievements include being featured in ‘Trophies’ (2020) as a Legacy Cheerleader and her role as Self – Navarro Cheerleader, Flyer, and Self – Tumbler in ‘Cheer’ (2020) across 6 episodes.