Heather began dancing at the age of 2 and cheerleading at 5—and she hasn’t stopped since. From recreational leagues to elite competition squads, she has won countless awards and titles throughout her 30+ years in dancing and cheerleading. Her accolades include talent contests, choreography and costume awards, and the prestigious Miss High Kick America title. Heather began coaching at just 12 years old, landing her first paid coaching job at 15. By 16, she was offering private lessons and volunteering to coach at schools without cheer coaches or sponsors. She also trained under many prestigious choreographers at the Broadway Dance Center in New York City. Heather later moved to College Station, where she earned an Associate's Degree in Social Science and Psychology. In 2012, she relocated to Dallas to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Child Development and Psychology, all while cheering for the University of Texas at Dallas and competing in UCA and NCA Collegiate National Championships. With 15 years of coaching experience, Heather founded Texas Galaxy with the goal of ensuring that every child—regardless of family income or ability—has the opportunity to compete in cheer or dance. When she’s not coaching or running Texas Galaxy, Heather enjoys traveling, skating, crafting, and spending time with her friends, family, and her dog, Daisy.

Amber Atkinson has been a dedicated part of the Texas Galaxy Cheer & Dance family since 2017 and proudly stepped into the role of Studio Director in 2024. With deep roots in the studio, Amber brings both long-standing experience and a genuine personal connection to the programs and families she serves. In addition to her leadership role, Amber is also a Texas Galaxy parent to three athletes, giving her a unique perspective that blends both administrative insight and a parent’s understanding of athlete development and family needs. Amber has a background in early childhood development and early childhood education administration, which strongly influences her approach to studio leadership. She is passionate about creating structured, age-appropriate, and positive learning environments where athletes can build confidence, discipline, and strong foundational skills. Amber is committed to fostering a supportive, organized, and welcoming studio culture—one where athletes are encouraged to grow not only as performers, but as individuals both on and off the floor.

Born and raised in Dallas, TX, LaTreshia Johnson discovered her passion for cheerleading at the age of 9 while participating in a little league program. After not making her first middle school cheer squad, she redirected her focus to competitive cheerleading. Her determination paid off, and by the age of 12, she was the youngest member of a Level 3 team for the Dallas Diamond All-Stars, where she competed for two years. Over the next five years, LaTreshia successfully earned spots on both her middle school and high school cheer teams, achieving All-American honors with NCA during her sophomore and senior years. During this time, she also returned to competitive cheer with Jaguar Cheer Academy and volunteered as a coach for a Pee-Wee squad in her spare time. After high school, LaTreshia joined the esteemed University of North Texas competitive cheer squad, where she cheered for five years. She served as captain for both the All-Girl and Co-Ed teams, leading her squads with skill and dedication. Following her collegiate cheer career, she began coaching at Denton Calvary Academy, where she spent three years as the technique coordinator. There, she specialized in teaching tumbling, advanced stunts, and choreography, helping her teams excel with polished routines. Over the past decade, LaTreshia has judged numerous cheerleading competitions and traveled throughout Texas choreographing award-winning routines for competitive teams. In 2016, she became the first coach for Texas Galaxy and has cherished every season since. Currently, LaTreshia serves as the Cheer Director in Denton, overseeing the progress of more than 100 students across recreational and competitive programs.

Gabby Bracewell, a native of Madisonville, TX, has been dancing since the age of 2 and competing on the national stage since fourth grade. Her dedication and passion for dance led her to begin teaching at just 15, where she inspired young dancers with her technical expertise and love for the art form. As a member of elite teams such as HEAT Force and Encore Elite, Gabby has had the opportunity to work with top choreographers from across the country, further refining her skills and expanding her creative repertoire. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Dance Performance with a minor in Entrepreneurship at Texas Woman’s University, where she continues to develop her artistry and leadership. Gabby dreams of performing on Broadway and one day opening her own dance studio. With her unwavering commitment to the craft, she is not only pursuing her own aspirations but also empowering the next generation of dancers to reach their full potential.

Maci Terry has been dancing since the age of five and is trained in jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip-hop, and pom. She recently graduated from the University of North Texas, where she earned a minor in Dance. Maci brings years of performance experience from both her studio training and competitive drill team background. In addition to performing, she has a strong passion for teaching and choreography, creating award-winning routines for competitive teams and mentoring young dancers. In 2025, Maci joined Texas Galaxy Cheer & Dance as Co-Director of the Dance Program, where she helped lead program development while continuing to inspire athletes in the classroom. She is dedicated to building strong technique, confidence, and artistry, and strives to create an encouraging environment where dancers are challenged and supported both on and off the floor.

Sarah Auer was born and raised in Denton, Texas, and has been part of the Texas Galaxy family since May 2018. She began her athletic journey in gymnastics at the age of eight, where she developed a strong technical foundation in tumbling that later translated seamlessly into cheerleading. During high school, Sarah transitioned fully into cheer, serving as varsity cheer captain for her school and competing with Cheer Athletics. Through her dedication and performance, she earned recognition as a two-time All-American cheerleader. Sarah graduated high school in 2021 and went on to earn her college degree from Texas Tech University, where she minored in Human Development and Family Sciences. In 2025, she proudly returned to Texas Galaxy as a coach. Sarah has a genuine passion for working with children and is known for setting high expectations while creating an encouraging environment. She believes in pushing athletes to grow through effort, consistency, and strong fundamentals, helping them build confidence both on and off the mat.

Riley Ryan was born and raised in the DFW area and brings 17 years of dance experience, including 15 years of competitive dance, to Texas Galaxy Cheer & Dance. Her extensive background in performance and competition allows her to guide dancers with both technical knowledge and real-world experience. Riley is currently a student at the University of North Texas, where she is pursuing a degree in Elementary Education with a certificate in ESL. Her academic focus, combined with her love for teaching, shapes her approach to coaching—making her classes engaging, supportive, and age-appropriate. Passionate about working with young dancers, Riley is dedicated to inspiring her students to believe in themselves and chase their dreams. She encourages her dancers to understand that with hard work, determination, and confidence, anything is possible—both in dance and in life.

Riley Ryan was born and raised in the DFW area and brings 17 years of dance experience, including 15 years of competitive dance, to Texas Galaxy Cheer & Dance. Her extensive background in performance and competition allows her to guide dancers with both technical knowledge and real-world experience. Riley is currently a student at the University of North Texas, where she is pursuing a degree in Elementary Education with a certificate in ESL. Her academic focus, combined with her love for teaching, shapes her approach to coaching—making her classes engaging, supportive, and age-appropriate. Passionate about working with young dancers, Riley is dedicated to inspiring her students to believe in themselves and chase their dreams. She encourages her dancers to understand that with hard work, determination, and confidence, anything is possible—both in dance and in life.

Robert is a dedicated tumbling instructor with 14 years of experience helping athletes achieve their tumbling goals. His journey began with a love for gymnastics, which sparked a passion for helping others refine and master their skills. In 2006, Robert started coaching gymnastics and tumbling at Texas Gymnastics Training Center, where he worked with athletes of all ages until the facility closed in 2021. Fortunately, he found a new home at Texas Galaxy Cheer and Dance, where he continues to inspire and guide athletes toward reaching their full potential. Robert’s mission is to empower his athletes to achieve their best, fostering growth, confidence, and excellence in every session.

Zaidy Murga has been dancing since the age of 2 and joined a competitive dance team at just 3 years old, igniting her lifelong love for the stage. With 13 years of competitive dance experience, she discovered her passion for sharing her love of dance with others and began junior coaching at the age of 12. In high school, Zaidy made the varsity drill team as a sophomore and earned a spot on the elite team. She was also recognized by the All-American Kick Company and received Honorable Mention from the American Dance/Drill Team. Alongside her achievements in dance, Zaidy has a deep love for theater and has played leading roles in several plays. At UIL competitions, she was named to the All-Star Cast for her outstanding performances. Zaidy plans to continue her journey in both dance and theater after graduation. She is thrilled to be part of the Texas Galaxy staff, where she can learn from experienced coaches and contribute to the growth and success of the dancers at Texas Galaxy.

Brittni serves as the Studio Secretary and is an integral part of the day-to-day operations. She is a proud mother of three and recently joined the studio community as a dance parent as her daughters begin their training. With a strong background in customer service, she excels at assisting families with scheduling, inquiries, and administrative details that keep the studio running smoothly. Known for her organization and positive attitude, Brittni looks forward to supporting dancers and families throughout their studio journey.

At the golden age of 49, Jason Sledge coached and directed many levels of gymnastics, acrobatics, and dance. With preschool being his favorite, circus, day cares, special needs, boys/girls/adult recreational classes, boys/girls competition teams, boys/girls pre-teams, boys/girls Junior Olympians, novice-advanced power tumbling, cheerleading, acrobatics, tricking, parkour, acrobatics, flow/movement arts, and multi-genre dance styles, his passion for teaching truly shows! Not only can he be firm in his coaching style with a high focus on safety, he's also a big kid at heart stuck in a man's body due to his many years of entertaining children as a clown, balloon artist, stilt walker, or unicyclist. With his favorite quote being, "I get paid to play," he also entertains adults as a karaoke host, DJ, and MC. As you can see, Mr. Jo is a self-made entertainer and teaching professional and ready to face any challenge! And deliver top-notch teaching and technique with a plethora of styles for all ages! Last but not least, he is a neurodivergent specialist with his ADHD and autistic superpowers. Forwards, backwards, right side upwards, upside downwards, spinwards, jumpwards, dancewards, sidewards, crash bang boomwards—Mr. J is ready to see you in class!

Coach Miracle brings over 12 years of experience in gymnastics, dance, and cheer. She began coaching at a young age while continuing her own career as a competitive gymnast. Her passion is helping athletes grow stronger, more confident, and more skilled every day. She specializes in routine cleaning, skill development, tumbling at all levels, and athlete mentorship. Coach Miracle is dedicated to pushing her athletes to be better than they were yesterday while creating an encouraging, disciplined, and positive training environment.

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