MEET THE COACHES!


Vanessa Burrows
Head Coach
Vanessa Burrows is in her second year coaching with the Chesapeake Wolverines and brings a dynamic, no-nonsense approach to the squad. Her coaching style is forward and direct, with a focus on pushing athletes to be their best every day! Vanessa expects her cheerleaders to show up to practice ready to work hard, improve, and embrace challenges as a team.
Her ultimate goal is to prepare her cheerleaders for success at the high school level, emphasizing the importance of mastering great technique, building strong teamwork skills, and fostering trust among teammates. She is passionate about helping her athletes grow both on and off the mat while cultivating their love for the sport! 
Fun Fact: Vanessa has proudly served in the military for 3 1/2 years, bringing a disciplined and resilient mindset to everything she does.

De'Zyre "Coach Dezzy" Bailey
Head Coach
De'Zyre Bailey has over two and a half years of experience coaching young gymnasts, specifically working with 5U and 6U athletes. This year will mark her second season as a cheer coach and with the Chesapeake Wolverines, but her background in cheerleading runs deep. She was a proud member of the Bangles cheerleading organization, where she gained valuable experience and knowledge and also cheered for Oscar Smith High School. This combination of coaching and personal experience gives her a unique perspective in training young athletes. With a passion for building strong foundations, De'Zyre has successfully developed essential gymnastics skills for young athletes, helping them excel in their athletic journeys. As a cheerleader, she has contributed to championship wins and fostered a positive, team-focused dynamic. De'Zyre is dedicated to creating a fun and supportive environment where young athletes can thrive, develop confidence, and build a lifelong love for cheerleading and gymnastics. Whether it's through cheerleading stunts, gymnastic routines, or team-building exercises, her goal is to inspire her athletes to give their best, have fun, and support one another on and off the mat. 
Fun Fact: When De'Zyre is not coaching, you can find her balancing her time between school, hitting the gym, or unleashing her creativity by designing and selling custom cups. She is also passionate about playing the piano and bringing music to life through beautiful melodies.

Tiara Harper
Head Coach
Tiara Harper is 27 years old and will be a second-year cheer coach with the Chesapeake Wolverines. Tiara's cheer experience is both extensive and inspiring. Tiara brings over ten years of cheer experience, including her time with the Gold Star Allstar competition cheer team. She also cheered for Deep Creek High School, where she was an active committee member supporting the squad. During high school, Tiara excelled as a member of both the school squad and the competitive cheer team. Her coaching style is unique, with a focus on helping her athletes grow in all aspects of their lives beyond cheer. Tiara's goal is to encourage her squad to embrace new challenges with confidence and resilience. She strives to be a guiding figure, supporting and pushing each athlete to become the best version of themselves.
Fun Fact: Tiara is a proud mom to an awesome four-year-old daughter!