Texas Tech University

Spirit Program Staff

The Texas Tech Spirit Program staff and coaches support Cheer, Pom, Raider Red and the Masked Rider program. Staff oversee coaching, student development, academics, travel, appearances, competitions and the day-to-day operations of the program.

Program Leadership & Coaches

Stephanie Rhode

Spirit Program Director

Stephanie Rhode oversees the Texas Tech Spirit Program, including Cheer, Pom, Raider Red and the Masked Rider program. Her responsibilities include program administration, finances, academic progress, travel and external relations.

Email:stephanie.rhode@ttu.edu
Phone: 1 (806) 834-3332

Bruce Bills

Head Cheer & Mascot Coach

Bruce Bills leads the Texas Tech Cheer and Raider Red programs. His responsibilities include coaching, recruiting, tryouts, appearances, fundraising and competition preparation.

Email:bruce.bills@ttu.edu
Phone: 1 (806) 834-2338

Erin Alvarado

Head Pom Squad Coach

Erin Alvarado leads the Texas Tech Pom Squad, including coaching, recruitment, training, performances and competition preparation.

Email:erin.harold@ttu.edu
Phone: 1 (806) 834-5234

Bella Jahanara

Assistant Pom Squad Coach

Email:bellajahanara.ttu@gmail.com

Jordyn Knysz

Assistant Pom Squad Coach

Email:jordyn.knysz@ttu.edu

Kyndra Watson

Volunteer Assistant Coach, Small CoEd Cheer

David Lyons

Volunteer Assistant Cheer Coach


Program Support

Eric Babb

Team Doctor

Robert Rhode

Spirit Program Photographer

Abby McClure

Pom Squad Student Assistant


Contact the Spirit Program

Texas Tech Spirit Program
025 Student Union, East Basement
2625 15th Street, 201 SUB
Lubbock, TX 79409

Phone: 1 (806) 742-5433

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