Cheerleaders, the dark side of the American dream

In the United States, it's impossible to imagine a basketball or American football game without cheerleaders. With over 4 million pom-pom girls, cheerleading has become a true cultural and sporting phenomenon. Between spectacular choreography, competitions like the one in Daytona Beach, Florida, and the hope of earning a college scholarship, these young women pursue the American dream. But behind the glitz and glamour, the sport is also shaken by scandals and debates surrounding the image of cheerleaders. A look behind the scenes of an essential symbol of American culture. #Cheerleading, #PomPomGirls, #AmericanSport, #USCulture, #AmericanDream