Saint Francis Director of Athletics Susan Robinson Fruchtl announced that Alexa Wharton has been named head coach of the Red Flash cheerleading and dance teams.
"We are excited for Alexa to be our head coach," Robinson Fruchtl said. "Alexa has been a part of our Red Flash Family for several months and we are thrilled for her to be stepping into this position. She is a great role model and mentor for our student-athletes. Alexa's experience as an accomplished student-athlete will benefit her as she coaches our student-athletes. We appreciate her Becoming That Someone for our student-athletes!"
Wharton spent four years as a Division I cheerleader at Loyola University (Md.). She graduated with a bachelor's degree in finance in May 2019. The Altoona, Pa. native also participated in cheerleading and gymnastics while in high school.
"I'm very excited to be working with the Cheer and Dance teams," Wharton said. "The girls have been so great and receptive to me. Both teams are talented and motivated. I look forward to seeing what the rest of the season has in store for us!"
Wharton is pursuing an MBA at Saint Francis while coaching the Red Flash cheer and dance teams.
