Our Staff

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ALEXIS DONOVAN

Owner

With over 20 years of coaching experience, Alexis co-founded CR in 2011 and has been instrumental in shaping CR's tradition of excellence. Under her leadership, CR teams have claimed multiple National Championship titles and accolades. Most recently, Alexis lead CR's Level 6 Worlds Team (Wish) to an All Star Worlds Championship Title in April 2026. She holds her USASF certification in Levels 1–6 Cheer & Tumble and serves as CR’s In-House Choreographer.

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ERIN DEMPSEY

Owner

Erin is the co-owner of CR and has been a driving force behind the program since its opening in 2011. She has led CR athletes to some of the program’s biggest accomplishments, including guiding Senior Level 4 Lemonade to an All Star World Championship title in 2025 and Level 6 Worlds team Wish to victory in April 2026. Erin is USASF credentialed in Levels 1–6, a former USASF Regional Board member, and a certified MSSAA and YCADA/Pop Warner cheer judge.

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DASHALEE MONTALVO

Tumbling Director & Coach

Dashalee has over 15 years of experience as a lead tumble instructor and all star cheerleading coach. As Tumble Director, Dashalee structures CR's tumble class plans and coaches all ages and levels in both cheer and tumble. Dashalee is known for her encouraging, professional and relatable approach.

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KYRIAH SMITHSON

Events Coordinator & Coach

Kyriah has been coaching all star cheer and tumble for over eight years. She is currently the go-to birthday host and events coordinator at CR, bringing excitement and fun to every event. Kyriah serves as a Coach and Tumble Instructor and is known for her strong technical coaching skills and positive coaching style. 

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CARLY D'ORLANDO

Coach

Carly has over 11 years of competitive cheer experience throughout Youth, High School and All Star cheer. She has served CR as a Coach and Tumble Instructor for both our Half Year Prep and All Star Elite cheer programs for the last six seasons. Carly is known for her energetic coaching style and down-to-earth approach.

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SAMANTHA HAIBON

Coach

Samantha has been a part of CR since 2014. As an athlete, she earned numerous championships across every program CR offers. Now stepping into coaching, “Sammy” is passionate about inspiring the next generation to achieve the same success. This season, you’ll find her leading our Tiny and Mini Elite Teams.

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TARA HELMS

Coach

Tara has over 15 years of experience within the all star and recreational cheer programs. She has led multiple All Star and High School teams to undefeated seasons. At CR, you can find Tara coaching within our Half Year Program where she brings her experience and passion to every athlete she works with.

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GABRIELLA ORTINS

Coach

Gabriella has been a part of the CR program since 2014. As an athlete, “Gab” earned numerous championship titles through our Elite All Star Program. Now as a coach, she shares her knowledge and experience with the next generation of athletes. Gab is best known for her technical coaching skills and her supportive style.

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KRISTEN IATROU

Coach

Kristen has over seven years experience coaching at the all star level. She has been an intricate part of the development of our teeniest of athletes. You can find Kristen coaching both Tiny's and Mini's within our Half Year Program where she brings the spirit of cheer to life.

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STEPHANIE BARYSKY

Coach

Stephanie brings over 20 years of experience instructing tumble at all levels and coaching our Level 4 team this season. Since joining CR in 2019, she has been dedicated to building athletes’ confidence and grit—qualities every all-star cheerleader should possess. Stephanie is known for her motivating and enthusiastic approach to coaching.

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SARAH MIHALCHIK

Coach

Sarah has been a part of the CR program since 2014. As an athlete, Sarah earned numerous championship titles through our Half Year Prep and Elite All Star Program. You can find Sarah coaching and sharing her knowledge this season with both our Full Year & Half Year Prep Teams.

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LIZ GUARDIANI

Coach

Liz has over 15 years experience coaching at the all star, varsity and youth cheer level. She has won multiple championships such as Massachusetts State Championship titles and most recently coached CR's 2025 All Star World Championship team (A-List) to victory. You can find Liz coaching our first Non-Tumble 5 team Lady Shade this season.

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ARIANNA MARCHESE-WARD

Coach

Arianna has been a member of the CR program since 2018. As an all-star athlete, Arianna has won multiple championships during her time here. One of the most memorable was being named 10th in the World in All Girl Limited 6 with Team Wish in 2019. She recently graduated with a degree in Elementary Education from Plymouth State where she also cheered and coached for the National Gymnastics Association. You can find Arianna coaching tumble and cheer with our Tiny Elite Team (Maliblue Babies) this season!