The University of South Carolina Upstate has named Lynsey Hoppes as the Spartans new head cheerleading coach. Senior associate athletic director for external operations
Lenny Mathis made the announcement on July 27, 2020.
"Lynsey brings great experience to our Upstate having cheered for two Division I programs. She has cheered for a National Championship football team, a nationally recognized competition cheer program, and brings with her great organization and energy to our program. I am looking forward to working with Lynsey as our leader of our cheerleading program." said Mathis.
"I am so excited for this upcoming season with Upstate cheerleading! I'm looking forward to playing a part in growing and expanding this program, along with the athletes," said Hoppes.
Hoppes, who holds two bachelors degrees from Clemson University (Biological Sciences '17, Nursing via the Accelerated Second Degree Nursing Program '19) cheered for the Tigers from 2013-17, including the 2016 football National Championship season. Prior to Clemson, she cheered for one season at East Carolina University. By day (or night), she serves as a registered nurse as Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. She also has taught at a number of cheerleading camps Georgia, South and North Carolina. Lynsey will be joined by her husband Peyton who will assist the program during the year as well. Peyton was also a member of the Tigers cheerleading program for three years.
The couple resides in Spartanburg and – to add to an already exciting time – will welcome their first child this fall.
