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Under no circumstances is cheerleading a sport. Just because a winner is chosen doesn't make it a sport. If that was the case, the hot dog eating contest would be a sport.
Just because it is done competitively, doesn't make it a sport. If that was the case, trying to get in the buffet line at the Sizzler would be a sport.
Just because athleticism is involved doesn't mean it's a sport. If that was the case, Riverdance would be a sport.
Just because practice is involved doesn't make it a sport. If that was the case, then typing would be a sport.
Just because strategy is involved doesn't make it a sport. If that was the case, then navigating through rush hour traffic would be a sport.
Just because it can be seen on ESPN doesn't make it a sport. If that was the case, then the national spelling bee would be a sport.
I like cheerleading. It takes more athleticism and skill than I will ever have. I like cheerleaders. I have two daughters who hope to be cheerleaders some day, and God bless'em for it. Just don't try to tell me it is a sport.
I also buy the argument that some so-called "sports" such as figure skating, diving, gymnastics, rodeo, etc. are not sports. Competitive activities? Sure. Sports? No way.
Can we finally bury this topic once and for all?
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