Danielle Scott is a proud alumna of Morgan State University and returns to her alma mater as a Assistant Cheerleading Coach with more than 20 years of experience in cheerleading, dance, gymnastics, coaching, student-athlete development, and athletic leadership.
Coach Scott’s connection to Morgan State Cheerleading runs deep. As a former Morgan cheerleader and team captain, she experienced firsthand the impact that the program can have on a student-athlete’s life. She later returned to serve as an assistant cheer coach and assistant academic coordinator for student-athletes, giving her a unique perspective as both a former student-athlete and a coach committed to developing the next generation.
Her professional cheerleading experience includes membership on three professional cheer teams in the Baltimore area, serving as team captain for two of those organizations. Her coaching experience includes UMBC Competitive Club Cheer and Morgan State University, along with years of experience as a gymnastics instructor with Jefferson County Parks and Recreation, Leesburg Parks and Recreation, and 4 Star Gymnastics in Williamsport, Maryland.
In addition to her athletic and coaching background, Coach Scott is a certified career coach, bringing a unique focus to the development of Morgan cheerleaders beyond their collegiate careers. She is committed to helping student-athletes identify their strengths, explore career opportunities, build professional skills, develop meaningful networks, and prepare for life after Morgan. Her philosophy is rooted in developing the whole student-athlete: personally, academically, athletically, and professionally.
Coach Scott’s vision is to build a nationally respected and competitive Morgan State Cheerleading program while creating an environment where athletes are challenged to grow, supported in their goals, and prepared to lead. She believes that being a Morgan cheerleader is about more than performing—it is about representing the university with pride, integrity, excellence, and purpose.
A lifelong advocate for student success and leadership development, Coach Scott is passionate about pouring into the next generation what was poured into her. Her goal is for every athlete who comes through the Morgan State Cheerleading program to leave not only as a stronger athlete, but as a confident professional, servant leader, and proud representative of the Morgan community.
