Spring Arbor University

Hannah Philson begins her fifth season as the head coach of the SAU competitive cheer team in 2025-26. 

In her first season at the helm, Philson helped the Cougars reach another level posting record scores and capturing an NCA national championship. She followed it up with a third place finish at nationals in 2022-23.

Philson is passionate about coaching athletes to their fullest potential on the mat as well as every part of their lives while fulfilling their walk with the Lord.

A Spring Arbor alumna herself, Philson was a member of the Sideline Cheer team from 2009-2013. She was the captain of the team during her senior year and was awarded MVP that season.

After graduating from Spring Arbor, Philson found herself as part of the coaching staff for Homer Community Schools Varsity Sideline Cheer and Varsity Competitive Cheer. Under her direction, Homer was able to finish top three in the conference three years in a row while competing for a regional qualifier in 2015-16 competitive cheer season.