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@ihscco.org 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. Term End: 2024-2025 |
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Matt Dawes
Johnsburg HS (Small Varsity) Co-Treasurer matt@ihscco.org Matt has been coaching cheerleading for the past 14 years at the all star, college, and high school level. He is currently the Head Coach at Johnsburg High School. Prior to coaching at Johnsburg, he coached at Morris ('14) and Antioch ('15-'17). During the day, Matt is a 6th Grade Teacher in the Antioch 34 school district. Term End: 2023-2024 |
Kacie Jones
Oakwood HS (Small Varsity) Co-Treasurer kacie@ihscco.org 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. Term End: 2024-2025 |
William Hansen
Hersey HS (Large Varsity) Co-Technology Chair wil@ihscco.org 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. Term End: 2022-2023 |
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Savannah Benett
South Elgin HS (CoEd) Co-Education Chair savannah@ihscco.org 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. Term End: 2024-2025 |
Antonia Steinmiller
Marist HS (Large Varsity) Co-Mentor Advisor antonia@ihscco.org 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! Term End: 2023-2024 |
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Abby Bilinski
Huntley HS (CoEd) Social Media Chair abby@ihscco.org Abby has been coaching cheerleading in Illinois for 18 years. She has a background in coaching recreational cheerleading teams and has spent the past seven years coaching Large Varsity teams in the FVC and setting school records at her respective schools. She coached at HHS in 2015-16, and MCHS from 2016-2021. Abby took a year off of coaching after having her daughter, but continued to serve as the Social Media Chair for the IHSCCO and serve the ICA for the feeder programs of IHSA cheerleading teams. Abby is thrilled to be returning to Huntley HS as a RED RAIDER as the Assistant Varsity Coach for the 2022-23 season (and beyond!). Term End: 2024-2025 |
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Janelle Stubs
Marian Catholic HS (Medium Varsity) Voting Board Member janelle@ihscco.org 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. Term End: 2023-2024 |
Jeff Siegal
Buffalo Grove HS (CoEd) Voting Board Member jeff@ihscco.org Jeff is currently the Head Cheerleading Coach at Buffalo Grove High School where he has also been a member of the Special Ed. Department for the past 26 years. He was also the Head Coach at Elk Grove High School and at Northwestern University. Jeff is an IHSA Official and serves on the IHSA Cheerleading Advisory Board. In 2018 Jeff was named NFHS Cheerleading Coach of the Year. Term End: 2022-2023 |
Rebecca Doxtater
Harlem HS (Large Varsity) Voting Board Member rebecca@ihscco.org 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. Term End: 2023-2024 |
Nick Peterson
Byron HS (Small Varsity) Voting Board Member nick@ihscco.org 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! Term End: 2023-2024 |
Jenn Ellinghausen
Hinsdale Central HS Voting Board Member jenn@ihscco.org 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. Term End: 2024-2025 |
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. |