Coach Favi
Faviana Rishko grew up as a competitive gymnast, and then fell in love with the sport of cheerleading during high school. In addition to four years of high school cheerleading, Faviana has competed on college all star teams, and she has been an instructor for the National Cheerleading Association. Throughout college, she coached all star teams, and led them to many national and state titles. While attending University of California Santa Barbara, Faviana received a Bachelor of Art in Communication. She continued her education, and got her teaching credential from California State University of Bakersfield. Now, an elementary school teacher, Faviana is honored to continue in her fifth year with the Saugus Cheerleading Program.
Let's Get to Know a little more about Favi
What was the funniest thing that happened during last year's cheer season (2010-2011)?
I'll never forget when Courtney entered the contest for "Best Hip Hop Dancer." She went to compete and cracked the crowd up with her outrageous moves. I laughed about that routine for weeks!
Who or What inspires you and why?
My mom definitely inspires me to be the best that I can be. She is beautiful, confident, intelligent, nuturing and the hardest working individual I know. She has been a great example to me and I strive to be half the friend, mom, professional, and wife that she is.
What's your best/most embarrassing memory of high school and why?
One day my favorite pair of jeans got a tiny hole in the corner of the back pocket. At brunch, my best friend tried to poke her index finger in the hole. I quickly twisted around but the minute I started turning I knew I made a mistake. My friend's finger had gotten stuck and as I turned around my jean pocket ripped off. My bottom was exposed and I scrambled to find a sweatshirt to tie around my waist!