Meet the Team!
Michelle Compton
Co-Owner
Michelle loves Laurens and considers it a privilege to run her business here, raise her family here, and give back here! Michelle is no stranger to the small business community of Laurens! Born and raised here, she opened her first salon in downtown Laurens over 20 years ago! She is married to Luke and has 3 children who keep her busy with their athletic and cheer schedules.
Michelle has been a dance/cheer mom now for 8 years and has been on that side of the business as well. Her driving force for starting Cheerology Cheer Academy was to offer a studio where families can invest in their child’s athletic future while being respected, honored and treated like family. She is excited to meet all of the future cheerleaders and tumblers through this venture and watch each athlete develop, grow and shine!
Colossians 3: 17
Lindsay Edwards
Co-Owner
Lindsay may not be originally from Laurens, but she has truly fallen in love with this small, welcoming town she now calls home. She and her husband, Brian are raising their two girls here, and the sense of community, pride, and heart in Laurens has become a cherished part of their family’s story.
A cheer and dance mom for over 10 years and a lifelong lover of the sport of cheer, Lindsay is thrilled to share her passion with local athletes and families. Lindsay is truly honored to bring something fun, uplifting, and spirited to the area through Cheerology Cheer Academy — a place where athletes can grow in confidence, skill, and community. She is so excited to see your athletes grow and develop in their skills and confidence!
Phillippians 4:13
Emily is a Laurens native who has loved cheer from a young age and takes great pride in serving the community she calls home. She is entering her fourth year as an assistant coach with the Laurens Academy cheer program, where she has helped develop athletes from all ages. With several years of hands-on coaching experience, Emily is passionate about building strong fundamentals while also investing in character and leadership.
In addition to coaching, she is the owner of Southern Twist and Trade in downtown Laurens. Emily is excited to invest in the next generation of athletes and remains deeply committed to strengthening and supporting her hometown!
Emily Saxton
Coach
Sydney has been involved in cheerleading and tumbling for over 10 years, including 4 years of competitive cheerleading. She is excited to share her passion with athletes at Cheerology.
Sydney is a passionate and dedicated coach who loves helping athletes grow both on and off the mat. Her goal is to create a fun, positive, high-energy environment where athletes can build confidence, improve their skills, and enjoy every moment on the mat.
She is all about encouraging hard work, celebrating progress, and making practices something athletes look forward to. Sydney is so excited to be part of this team and can’t wat to work with all of our athletes this season!
Sydney Reich
Coach
Carmen is from Clinton, but considers Laurens to be her second home. She is passionate about helping athletes build confidence both on and off the mat. With several years of coaching experience, Carmen looks forward to continuing to foster teamwork, discipline, and a love for cheer.
A former Laurens Academy Crusader Cheerleader, Carmen’s passion for the sport began as a Jr. Cadet an continued through her high school years. Outside of cheer, she works as an accountant (we promise she’s fun!) at Laurens Electric Cooperative. She is excited to have the opportunity to be a part of your child’s cheer journey!
Carmen LaCons
Coach
Amy has spent the last 10+ years helping people strengthen themselves through Yoga, Pilates, and HIIT training. Throughout her career, Amy has coached at to-tier fitness facilities including RockBox, the TMCA, and gyms across the country. Her experience ranges from Division 1 athletes to guiding individuals who are looking to feel healthier in their everyday lives.
Driven by her passion for holistic wellness and community, Amy founded Unearth Wellness in Clinton, South Carolina, a space designed to help people reconnect with themselves through mindful movement, mindfulness, and support. In addition to leading classes at her studio, she continues to coach and inspire others at fitness facilities across Laurens County.
Amy’s mission is simple: to help people build strong bodies, calm minds, and confidence that extends far beyond the workout room. Whether you’re stepping into your first class or returning to your mat after years away, you’ll find a welcoming environment, motivating energy, and a playlist that keeps the vibes high!
Amy Westburg
Yoga/Pilates Instructor
Anna has been dancing since she was 3 years old and has trained in tumbling and acro for much of her journey. She has experience in Pom style dance and spent many years competing in a variety of styles, including hip hop, with a local competitive team. She started teaching at 16 and has loved helping young students grow in both skill and confidence ever since!
This May, she will be graduating from Anderson University with her Bachelor’s Degree in Computing and Data Analytics and a Minor in Dance. She is so excited to be joining the Cheerology family and cannot wait for an amazing season ahead!
Anna Powell
Coach
Brianna Moore
Coach
Brianna Moore is joining cheerology as a tumbling coach and more! She was born and raised in Laurens SC, so this is her hometown.
Bri is excited and proud to be part of the instructor team and has spent the last year perfecting her coaching skills! Bri has experience in tumbling and is also a former Laurens Raider Cheerleader. She fell in love with the sport of cheer in high school! She truly enjoys coaching and being able to see the progress your child makes over time!
Naomi Womble
Coach
Hey! I’m Naomi and I’m from Clinton! I spent my school years as a cheerleader at Clinton from 8th through 12th grade, where I developed a strong love for stunting. I cannot wait to help the girls try new stunts and build on those skills, combining teamwork, strength, and trust.
Working in a daycare, I’ve found a love for caring for and connecting with kids and a love for helping them learn and grow. I especially enjoy every moment spent with my own son, Mars.
When I’m not working, you’ll usually find us outside, enjoying the cows and making memories with my family.
I cannot wait to meet everyone!