Cheerleaders are much more than just an element of entertainment during a match. To convey this sentiment, the renowned NFL side, Philadelphia Eagles celebrated the 75th anniversary of their cheerleading team last Sunday. The team of cheerleaders was initially founded in the year 1948. This was one of the most significant years in the history of the team. 1948 was the year when the Eagles put their hand on the first World Championship. Fittingly enough, this year too, the team is looking all set to lift the trophy one more time. However, as that is a question for the future to answer, the extravaganza that followed on Sunday at the Lincoln Financial Field was surely a spectacle to watch. 

Thousands of fans flocked to the stadium as they witnessed a homecoming of epic proportions. To celebrate the auspicious occasion, the Eagles invited all of their members of the cheer team including the ones who have retired. With emotions running high on the pitch, let us take a deep dive into the commemoration of 75 years of greatness below. 

Eagles soaring high on the cheerleading sky

The cheerleading team of the Eagles remains busy all year round. While the players get to rest during the offseason, the cheerleaders do not rest. They go around the country making connections with the fans. Fans can come up to them and talk about the various proceedings of the team, in turn, making a strong connection with the team. One such fan was Maggie Trush Hammond. She was fortunate enough to strike up a conversation with the Eagles’ cheerleaders during an event in 1980. 

Hammond was left awestruck by the aura and charisma of the team. This face-off instilled in her a spark that later compelled her to become one of them herself. Hammond went on to become one of the greatest members of the Eagles’ cheer team and continued mesmerizing the fans from 1993 till 1998. Heaping loads of praises on the efforts and talents of the team, the Eagles’ Director of Entertainment Teams also chimed in. 

Barbara Zaun proud of the girls 

The Director of Entertainment Team, Barbara Zaun seemed overwhelmed on the occasion. She recalled being a part of the prestigious team from 1999 to 2001 and subsequently honored with the responsibility of being the Director. Zaun stated that she felt proud to have been vested with the responsibility of carrying forward the rich legacy of the cheer team. 

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Zaun was beaming with joy as she could not wait to witness the celebrations that involved every member of the team over 75 years of glory. She said, “I am filled with great excitement as well as gratitude to participate in celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders and recognizing their valuable contributions, individually and collectively, made to the Eagles organization.” 

Surely, it was one of the most memorable nights for the Eagles’ cheer team. To make the night even more special, the Eagles clinched a victory over a tough opponent the Buffalo Bills. 

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