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ABOUT US

Onyx Cheer Co. was established to empower athletes and provide specialized support that truly makes a difference in their performance. After observing the gaps in standard training methods across local divisions, we decided to launch a platform centered on excellence. Each session we lead is tailored to the specific goals of your squad. We reject one-size-fits-all routines to deliver focused drills that foster progress, self-assurance, and technical precision. Your program’s growth is our primary focus, and we thrive on seeing teams reach their peak potential and dominate the mats.This isn't just cheerleading instruction. This is a commitment to a higher caliber of work. Built different.

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Leaders

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KENZIE TALLMAN
HEAD OF CHOREOGRAPHY
KASS CSUTORAS
ATHLETE SUCCESS & DESIGN EXPERT
LIV TATE
LEAD COACH & SKILL ANALYST

With over 15 years in competitive and high school spirit, Makenzie Tallman leads Onyx Cheer Co. with unmatched drive. She is celebrated for her dynamic leadership and methodical teaching, ensuring every participant feels capable and inspired to excel beyond their comfort zones. Her expertise spans intricate stunting and high-impact choreography, focusing on the finer points of clean execution. Makenzie holds credentials in Safety, STUNT officiating, and professional judging, having secured numerous championships across elite levels. Her vision for Onyx is to provide the elite, tailored mentorship that helps teams evolve rapidly and achieve tangible success in every competition cycle they enter.

Since 2010, Kass has dedicated herself to mentoring athletes, channeling her deep-rooted enthusiasm for the sport into every training session. Her lifelong commitment to cheer began immediately following her own graduation, fueled by a mission to inspire growth in others. When away from the gym, Kass is a devoted partner to Bret and a mother to three energetic children—Leo, Ava, and Vince. Her family is deeply involved in several athletic pursuits, resulting in a lifestyle that values teamwork and community. Her philosophy emphasizes building character alongside performance. She strives to cultivate resilience and self-worth in young athletes, creating a space where they can flourish both as performers and as people with the skills to tackle any challenge.

Liv Tate merges her background as a decorated athlete with her prowess as a championship-winning instructor. After six years of high-level competition, including D1 Regional and District titles, she seamlessly shifted into a coaching career that has yielded exceptional results. In recent seasons, her strategic assistance has propelled local teams to earn back-to-back Regional and State trophies. Currently pursuing her degree in Psychology with a Health Sciences focus at Oakland University, Liv integrates mental performance and physical health into her clinics. She is focused on building not just elite skills, but also the mental game necessary for athletes to remain confident under pressure.

SQUAD

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Maddy Mills
Coach KD
Jillian Smith
SKILLS SPECIALIST
STUNT COACH
SKILLS SPECIALIST
SKILLS SPECIALIST
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Chace Hunt
Nadine Khoury
Miranda North
ANARIA WELLS
PHYSICAL TRAINING LEAD
STUNT COACH
STUNT COACH
STUNT COACH
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BRE CAUDILL
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STUNT COACH

CORE PRINCIPLES

Intentional Training

Every session is structured with purpose, focusing on meaningful growth, confidence, and long-term athlete development.

Athlete-first training

If we feel another coach or company would better serve your program, we’ll always recommend the best fit. Our priority is helping athletes and teams grow in the right environment.

Personalized experience

We believe every team deserves training tailored to their unique goals, strengths, and needs — never a one-size-fits-all approach.

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