About.The Illinois High School Cheerleading Coaches Organization (IHSCCO) was founded by coaches, for coaches. The main goal is to provide support for its member coaches by creating educational opportunities, providing resources and promoting growth within the IHSA cheerleading community.
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IHSCCO Board of Directors
Tim Babin
Antioch HS (Medium Varsity) President Tim has been coaching cheerleading for 23 years at the all star, college, and high school level. He is currently the co-head coach at Antioch Community HS with his wife, Amber. Before coaching at ACHS, he was the head coach at Mundelein High School for 8 years. He currently manages a global portfolio of clinical research in the biopharmaceutical industry. His favorite part of coaching is seeing the development of student athletes skills on the mat, but more importantly playing a vital role in their development as young adults. |
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Matt Dawes
Johnsburg HS (Small Varsity) Co-Treasurer Matt has been coaching cheerleading for the past 12 years at the all star, college, and high school level. He is currently the Head Coach at Johnsburg High School and an Assistant Coach at Northwestern University. Prior to coaching at Johnsburg, he coached at Morris ('14) and Antioch ('15-'17). During the day, Matt is an Instructional Technology Specialist in the Antioch 34 school district. |
Kacie Jones
Oakwood HS (Small Varsity) Co-Treasurer Kacie is in her 12th year of coaching at her alma mater, Oakwood High School. Her favorite part of coaching is developing relationships that last long after graduation, and she loves moments when things "click" for an athlete for the first time. |
William Hansen
Hersey HS (Large Varsity) Co-Technology Chair Wil has been coaching cheerleading in Illinois for 9 years. He is entering his second year as a head coach at Hersey High School. Before coaching at Hersey he coached at Buffalo Grove where he is a business / multimedia teacher and also sponsors Yearbook. His favorite stunt is the low to high full around. |
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Savannah Benett
South Elgin HS (CoEd) Co-Education Chair Savannah has been coaching cheerleading for 7 years at the allstar and high school level. She is currently the head varsity cheerleading coach at South Elgin High School, where she attended and cheered all four years of high school. Savannah currently works as a Hotel Coordinator at Homelink Corporation and is working towards her Bachelor’s Degree at Grand Canyon University. Her favorite part about coaching is watching how excited her athletes get after achieving an individual and/or team goal. |
Antonia Steinmiller
Marist HS (Large Varsity) Co-Mentor Advisor Antonia is entering into her 13th year of coaching high school cheerleading, and her 18th year of coaching competitive cheerleading! Antonia was the head coach at Wheaton North High School for 4 years, and currently is the assistant varsity coach at Marist High School. Antonia is heading into her 6th year as an IHSA Competitive Cheerleading Official. Antonia loves working with high school athletes and loves to clean skills and work progressions! In her spare time, she runs a photography business traveling all over Chicagoland working with families, teens and couples! |
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Abby Bilinski
Huntley HS (Large Varsity) Social Media Chair Abby has been coaching cheerleading in Illinois for 18 years. She has a background in coaching recreational cheerleading teams and has spent the past four years coaching IHSA teams. |
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Janelle Stubs
Marian Catholic HS (CoEd) Voting Board Member Janelle has been coaching cheerleading for 10 years. She coaches at her alma mater Marian Catholic High School. Janelle is also a criminal defense attorney. Her favorite part of coaching is watching athletes develop skills and confidence that transcend this sport. |
Jen Dosch
Vernon Hills HS (Medium Varsity) Voting Board Member Jen has been coaching cheerleading for 9 years starting with Rec & Junior High and now currently, the allstar and high school level. She is currently the head varsity cheerleading coach at Vernon Hills High School, as well as a Coach/Instructor for Ultimate Athletics in Arlington Heights. Jen currently works as a Real Estate Broker and Make-A-Wish of Illinois Wish Discovery Expert Leader as well as a Wish Granter. Her favorite part about coaching is building high character athletes and humans! Watching goals being obtained is always great, but watching the journey to reach those goals is amazing! |
Rebecca Doxtater
Harlem HS (Large Varsity) Voting Board Member Rebecca has been the Head Varsity Cheer Coach at Harlem High School since 2012. Prior to that, she coached the freshman and JV teams at Harlem. In addition to coaching, Rebecca teaches English at Harlem High School. She loves spending time with her dogs and fiance when she isn't busy coaching. Her favorite part about coaching is forming strong bonds with her athletes and fellow coaches. |
Nick Peterson
Byron HS (Small Varsity) Voting Board Member Nick has been coaching for the past 4 years and is currently going into his 5th year coaching at Byron High School. Before coaching, Nick cheered for 7 years at the all star and high school levels. Nick just graduated from Northern Illinois University and is pursuing a career in child development while coaching. His favorite part about coaching is watching his athletes achieve a goal both on and off the mat! |
Jenn Ellinghausen
Hinsdale Central HS Voting Board Member Jenn has been coaching for 6 years including high school and all-star. She is currently the head coach at Hinsdale Central High School, where she is also a Physical Education Teacher. Before Hinsdale Central, she coached at Plainfield East for 3 years. Jenn is also an IHSA official. Her favorite part of coaching is being able to help athletes set goals and see their excitement when they accomplish them. |
IHSCCO Board Liaisons
Katie Clemons
IHSA Officials Liaison Katie has been an IHSA official for 12 years, and has officiated state for the past 10 years. She is the head coach at the University of St. Francis, and worked for UCA as an instructor and judge since 2008. She is a physical education teacher, and enjoys spending time with her family in her spare time. |
Tina Woolard
Grayslake North High School Athletic Director Liaison Tina has served as the Athletic Director at Grayslake North High School for the past 15 years. She coached cheerleading for 13 years at Grayslake Central High School and at her alma mater Round Lake High School. She has loved witnessing the growth of cheerleading throughout her 28 years associated with the sport. The caliber of the athletes and coaches is incredible and she is proud to be part of this group |
Steve Millsaps
Joliet West High School Athletic Director Liaison Steve has been involved in Athletic Administration since 2006. He is the Athletic Director at Joliet West High School. He admires the commitment and dedication of the cheerleading coaches and athletes. Cheerleading is an essential core for an athletic department. He loves to see how cheerleading brings the whole school and community together at games and competitions. |