I am Michelle Breeden, Head Coach of the Journey Middle School Competition Cheer Team, bringing extensive experience, proven leadership, and a strong record of competitive success to the program. I previously served as Head Competition Cheer Coach at Liberty Middle School for a combined eight years and spent 12 years as Assistant Athletic Director, including five years directly overseeing competition cheer and spirit teams.

My teams have earned multiple regional championships, including the North Alabama Regional and North Super Regional, and have placed consistently in the Top 5 at the AHSAA State Finals. Every team I have coached received a bid to Nationals, with one Liberty Middle School team finishing 5th at UCA Nationals—the highest national placement by a Madison City middle school cheer program.

I hold multiple cheerleading safety certifications and am committed to developing strong, confident young women through discipline, teamwork, and integrity. I am excited to return to coaching and look forward to leading Journey cheerleaders through a season focused on excellence, growth, and pride in our program.

I am Madisyn Burgess, the Assistant Coach of the Journey Middle School Competition Cheer Team, bringing high energy, technical expertise, and a strong competitive background to the program. I have 11 years of All-Star Competition Cheer experience with Onyx, ACE, and Cheerville, where I developed advanced skills in tumbling, stunting, and performance.

I also competed in school cheer for six years, cheering two years at Liberty Middle School, one year at James Clemens High School, and three years at Athens High School. Throughout my cheer career, I earned numerous honors, including three State Championships, one National Championship, and one World Championship.

In addition to my competitive experience, I have worked as a tumbling and stunt instructor at Cheerville, helping athletes refine their technique and build confidence. I am excited to use my skills, passion, and leadership to support Journey cheerleaders as they strive for excellence and reach their goals both on and off the mat.

Hello Jag Family, my name is Coach Rhodes. I am thrilled to be your basketball cheer coach along with Coach Millsap. My athletic background comes from track, soccer, and basketball, but I have a deep passion for cheerleading. I always enjoyed helping out with cheer at basketball games, and I am excited to combine these two loves to help our team succeed.  Outside of coaching, I enjoy journaling, watching basketball and track, and spoiling my dog!  My goal is to foster a supportive and energetic environment where we can all grow, learn, and have fun together. I am looking forward to working with each of you and making this season unforgettable. Let's bring our spirit and enthusiasm to every game and show everyone what we can achieve as a team! If you need anything, feel free to reach out to me at tjrhodes@madisoncity.k12.al.us!

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Go Jags!!

Hello Jaguars! 

I am Coach Millsap, and it is an honor to be the coach for the Basketball Cheer Team at Journey! With a love for basketball and a background in cheer, I am committed to creating a positive, supportive environment where cheerleaders can develop their skills, teamwork, and confidence! I believe in the importance of hard work, dedication, and having fun while learning new techniques and building strong bonds as a team. Outside of coaching, I enjoy shopping, spending time with family and friends, and community service with my sorority. I’m excited to be part of the basketball cheer team’s journey to success this season and beyond! Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. jmsbasketballcheer@gmail.com or homillsap@madisoncity.k12.al.us