Western Washington University Vikings selected 18 students to the University's 2013 cheerleading squad. The new team is composed of 17 female and 1 male cheerleader. The Cheer squad will be the support base for the University's other sports teams, cheering at all home Volleyball and Basketball games. Beyond representing their own sport, the 18 cheerleaders are expected to engage the crowd, pump up fans and athletes, and boost team spirit among the other University athletes.