President -Abby Conley

Abby joined the TJYCA Board in 2023 and has served as Fundraising Chair, Secretary, and Vice President before becoming President. Now in her sixth year of coaching, she brings dedication, positivity, and strong leadership to the program.

Known for clear communication and consistent support, Abby’s organizational skills and collaborative approach help the program run smoothly.
Her daughters, Nora and Grace, have been part of TJYCA for five and four years, and she also contributes to maintaining the Coaches Manual and By-Laws, supporting the growth and success of the organization.

Vice President – Amanda Rapach

Amanda serves as Vice President, supporting the President, overseeing registration, and acting as the main point of contact for parent inquiries.
She also assists with board initiatives and projects.

A proud mother of two, her daughter Hope has been cheering for four years, strengthening Amanda’s connection to TJYCA.
She has previously served as Banquet Co-Coordinator and Secretary, bringing meticulous attention to detail and dedication to the program.

Treasurer
*Position Open*

Community Events Coordinator

*POSITION OPEN*

Fundraising Co-Coordinator - Kayla Andrews

Kayla Andrews has been with TJYCA since 2020 when her daughter Emery joined. She began coaching in 2021 and has brought valuable cheer and dance experience to our younger squads. Kayla joined the Board as Fundraising Chair in 2020, helping families earn up to 50% back through fundraising to offset uniform costs. She also served as a Banquet Chair in 2023 and Community Day Chair in 2024.
Kayla’s dedication and leadership continue to make a big impact on our organization. Her younger daughter, Leona, also joined the program and has been cheering for the past two years.

Fundraising Co-Coordinator - Teah Bronder

Teah recently joined the Board as our Fundraising Co-Coordinator and is excited to support the program in this new role. She is mom to Briella and Brantley. This will be Briella’s second year cheering with the program.
Last season, Teah served as an assistant coach and is hoping to be back on the sidelines again this year. She brings great organization, enthusiasm, and a willingness to jump in wherever needed to help make our season successful.

Uniform Co-Coordinator - Jessie Foltz

Jessie handles uniform sizing, ordering, and distribution, while scheduling fittings and organizing board help. Keeps in touch with vendors maintains an inventory of uniforms and accessories, and collaborates with the Treasurer on reimbursements and paperwork. Other duties include exchanges and vendor issues, supporting coaches with their uniform needs, and providing timelines for the Secretary and Technology Coordinator for posting updates.

Uniform Co-Coordinator

*POSITION OPEN*

Banquet Co- Coordinator – Denise Huenefeld

As Banquet Chair, Denise coordinated the banquet’s date, location, catering, entertainment, trophies, and communication—working closely with the Board and Treasurer to ensure a successful and memorable event.

Denise served in this role for the 2024 season, bringing creativity, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills to the planning process. Her efforts played a key role in creating a special end-of-season celebration for our athletes and families.

Previously, Denise served as a Fundraising Co-Chair on the 2023 TJYCA Board and has supported fundraising efforts within the WJHSD PTA for several years. Her commitment to the organization and community has made a lasting impact.

Denise has two daughters, Avery and Peyton. Avery has been part of the TJYCA family since 2021.

Banquet Co-Coordinator

*Position Open*

Technology Coordinator – Candice Mendicino

Candice has been an active member of the TJYCA community for several years. Her daughter Gianna has participated in TJYCA for the past four seasons. Candice currently serves as a coach for the 3rd and 4th grade squads, bringing her dedication and experience to the field. Prior to coaching, she supported the teams as a team mom each year for her daughter’s squads.

As Technology Chair, Candice is responsible for managing and maintaining TJYCA’s digital platforms to ensure timely, accurate, and effective communication with families, coaches, board members, and the community. This role supports the organization’s operations, events, and season activities through technology and media coordination. 

Secretary - Samantha Kaufman

Samantha Kaufman currently serves as the secretary for the board. Her role involves accurately recording minutes for Board and general meetings, working with the Technology Coordinator to post these minutes online, and promptly distributing agendas and notices. It includes maintaining official records like bylaws and Board actions, managing correspondence, and keeping digital archives organized. Additionally, the responsibilities entail applying for local permits, reserving meeting spaces, assisting with posting approved documents, maintaining email accounts for Board members, and managing a master calendar of events and deadlines.

Previously, Samantha held the position of Fundraising Co-Coordinator. Samantha is the proud mom of two daughters, Peyton and Addy. Peyton is a graduate of the youth cheer program, and Addy is currently in her first year with TJYCA, giving Samantha a valuable perspective as both a long-time supporter and a current cheer parent.