Crystals Intensity
2011
The elite team of the Carshalton Cheerleaders, previously known as the Palace Crystals, is now focused entirely on competition skills and supporting local community events.
The team is proudly renamed Crystals Intensity.
ICC Southern, Guildford Level 3 3rd place.
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PALACE CRYSTALS
1995 - 2010
The Palace Crystals were the elite squad of the Carshalton Cheerleaders. In 1995 they were invited to represent Crystal Palace Football Club performing at all home matches. The Crystals performed at Selhurst for 15 years up to the end of the 2009/2010 season. Following new ownership at CPFC, the club requested an older dance team. For two months, the Crystals Spirit Dance Team served the role, formed from older Crystals and some of the Sapphires Cheer squad.
In October 2010 the football club decided they wanted a more provocative style of dance team. The Carshalton Cheerleaders are no longer represented at CPFC, but the support for Crystal Palace Football Club is still strong. In April 2011 the Crystals will be returning for a family day performance.
Come On You EAGLES!
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May 10, 2008:
Baltimore, Maryland 2008
As well as travelling to Baltimore to compete, the Palace Crystals were delighted to meet the NFL Baltimore Ravens. The (American football) Ravens are one of the top NFL teams in the nation. They are also unique in having collegiate-style co-ed cheerleaders. The Crystals were invited to the Ravens training grounds in Owings Mills. Their cheerleaders have recently had their try-outs and we were welcomed to their first pre-season practice.
The Crystals have often wished that male fans of CPFC would want to form a co-ed squad. If you are interested, please get in touch. The objective of the co-ed squad would be to develop higher flying tosses, and fabulous extended lifts! Can you take the challenge? We welcome any one from age 16+ who is willing to work-out on Thursday evenings. Get to the next season’s games for free! Cheer with one of the top trophy winning teams in the UK!
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May 4, 2008:
The Crystals' 2008 tour to Baltimore was a great success. The CPFC cheerleaders return to the Selhurst Park with 11 trophies to add to their collection!
ALLSTAR CHALLENGE – BALTIMORE, MARYLAND USA
8TH SENIOR CHEER LEVEL 4 – PALACE CRYSTALS CHEERLEADERS
2ND SENIOR DANCE POM – CHEER MAGIC DANCE TEAM
SPIRIT UNLIMITED – BALTIMORE, MARYLAND USA
1ST STUNT GROUP – PALACE CRYSTALS DYNAMITE
2ND STUNT GROUP – PALACE CRYSTALS GEMS
3RD STUNT GROUP – PALACE CRYSTALS STARDUST
1ST DANCE DUET SENIOR – GEORGINA M. AND ALICIA R.
1ST DANCE DUET JUNIOR – KAT K. AND BECKY C.
1ST JUMPS (SENIOR) – ANNA-LOUISE J.
2ND JUMPS (SENIOR) – YASMIN H.
3RD JUMPS (JUNIOR) – CRYSTAL K.
1ST TURNS – SOPHIE K.
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The Palace Crystals have been cheering and supporting CPFC since the 1995-1996 season. In thirteen seasons they have won 153 trophies; and almost half are 1st place trophies!
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The Palace Crystals' summer schedule includes:
CHEAM VILLAGE FETE
CARSHALTON CARNIVAL
LONDON BIKE-A-THON
BCA INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
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The Palace Crystals have always been self-funded and are extremely grateful to parents and supporters for financial assistance. Please give generously. All offers of sponsorship for the 2008-2009 season are welcome.
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March 29, 2008:
MIDLANDS CLASSICS RESULTS:
The Palace Crystals Cheerleaders and the rest of the Carshalton Cheerleaders have swept the board at the Midlands Classic Cheerleading Competition. The two day event, coupled with the University Open attracted 3,300 competitors. The Palace Crystlas won Senior Cheer Advanced Division as C.C. Pom Crazy Gold won Intermediate and C.C. Pom Crazy Silver took Novices. As well as performing the best cheer routines, the Carshalton Cheerleaders won the Senior and Junior Divisions in Dance with Cheer Magic Senior and Junior teams.
The Carshalton Cheerleaders were organised in 1993 and were invited to become the Palace Crystals at CPFC in 1995. In the history of British Cheerleading regional opens, the Palace Crystals remain unbeaten.
The Palace Crystals are now headed off to Baltimore, Maryland to compete in the Allstar Challenge Competition. They will compete with the top squads in America over two days. As well as competing, their busy schedule includes visits to the NFL professional cheerleaders – The Baltimore Ravens; Allstar cheerleading squad – the Maryland Twisters; and high school squad – the Severna Park Seniors.
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March 15, 2008:
COMPETITIVE CHEERLEADING
The competition season is in full swing and the Palace Crystals are getting ready. On Sunday, March 23rd, they will take part in the British Midlands Classic in Telford in Shropshire. Using that event as a warm-up, they will jet off to Baltimore on April 8th to compete in the American Allstar Challenge. The Crystals are excited and anxious in equal measure, knowing that every year, the competitions get more difficult. Even British regional events show 40 to 60% growth every year. The Crystals are keen to stay at the top of the British trophy winners.
Is cheerleading a sport? As the number of teams in this country increase, appreciation of the athleticism and abilities of cheerleaders grows. Training is long and difficult, cheer routines become more complex and the battle at competitions is close and hard fought. Still, cheerleaders are unique in their support of other cheer teams, knowing that we are together working for a greater appreciation of the activity we call a sport.
Want to know more? See http://www.carshaltoncheerleaders.org.ukfor the home team of the Palace Crystals. Or pop in to the Telford International Centre on Easter Sunday and give us some great Eagles support!
Did you see the cheerleaders on Challenge TV Bingo Lotto? Yes, that was the Carshalton Sapphires – the older sister team to the Crystals. There are ex-Crystals on this team, but it is open to all, even beginners. For opportunities to take part call Head Coach Jean on 020 8669-0380.
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February 2, 2008:
BRING IT TO BALTIMORE!
The Palace Crystals are finalising plans to travel to the USA! On April 19th the Crystals will perform at CPFC USA in Baltimore for the opening match of the American soccer season. Fund-raising is intense as the trip will include competing at a national competition and taking in the sights and sounds of the city. The English cheerleaders are hoping to meet NFL cheerleaders as well as train in a local gymnastics centre with top equipment and facilities.
As always, we could use some sponsorship. Anyone who would like their company name to come along for the journey is welcome! Please contact Jean – Head Coach.
Details available through the CPFC office.
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New Years Day 2008:
The Palace Crystals Cheerleaders
The Palace Crystals Cheerleaders are in London today, representing the London Borough of Sutton in the London New Year’s Day Parade.
Our very best wishes to you all for a Happy 2008!
OLDER PROGRAMME COPY
The Palace Crystals are renowned for their competitive success both in the UK and in the USA. Their skills in cheerleading stunt and pyramid work reflect years of training in both strength and flexibility. The Crystals also show their spirit and enthusiasm with exciting cheers and dances. During the break between football seasons, the Crystals are focussing on their competition routine, ready for the BCA International Competition in July.
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