Published in the May 25, 2017 edition
Michaela Main
FOXBOROUGH – Following a six-week process that began with open auditions and concluded with a training boot camp, North Reading native Michaela Main has been selected as a 2017 New England Patriots Cheerleader. This will be Michaela’s first year on the squad.
The Patriots Cheerleaders rehearse twice a week and perform at all Patriots home games. In addition to performing in front of capacity crowds at Gillette Stadium, a spot on the squad provides many exciting off-the-field opportunities, too.
As Patriots ambassadors, the cheerleaders regularly make appearances throughout New England, supporting numerous charitable organizations. Members of the squad are often offered opportunities for international travel, serving as goodwill ambassadors on trips to Mexico, China and the United Kingdom, as well as trips to more than 25 countries to visit active military deployed overseas.
Michaela is a physical therapist specializing in orthopedic injuries and sports medicine. She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training and Doctor of Physical Therapy degrees from Boston University. As she furthers her knowledge in the field, specifically of dance medicine and injury prevention for female athletes, she aspires to improve the quality and longevity of dancers’ and athletes’ careers through her work.
