Adelphi University Women's Cheerleading

Alexandra Campbell is Head Cheerleading Coach and Panther Mascot Coordinator at Adelphi University. Coach Campbell's dedication to the Adelphi community began when she was an undergraduate student. Among her campus involvement, she was captain of the AU Cheerleading and Dance Team. She graduated from Adelphi University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and Master's degree in Special Education and TESOL. As a leader, Campbell wears many hats; she is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, a team builder, a mentor, and a special education teacher. Coach Campbell has been directing the Adelphi cheerleading program since the late 90's. Through her talent, hard work and commitment, she has played a major role in the overall development of the program. In addition to coaching a collegiate team, Coach Campbell also enjoys hosting youth clinics for elementary and high school groups in New York City and on Long Island. Her passion for teaching and working with others motivates her to continue to do what she does. Coach Campbell consistently sets goals to move the competitive AU Cheerleading Team forward. For the past two years, she has led her team to UCA College Nationals and looks forward to more competitions in the future.

Carissa Grimaldi enters her fifth years as assistant coach of the Adelphi University cheerleading team, as well as Program Administrator. She was an Adelphi Cheerleader from 2008 to 2013, while also coaching children in tumbling, cheer and gymnastics during that time. Carissa received her Master’s Degree in Psychology with a focus in Childhood Education from Adelphi University, as well as her advanced certificates in TESOL, bilingual education, and special education. Currently, she teaches first grade dual language in the south shore of Long Island. She truly enjoys assisting the cheer team and is proud to be a part of the growth and development of the Adelphi Cheerleading Program.