Head Coach Tonika Simmons

Tonika Simmons

Tonika Simmons has been involved in the cheerleading industry since 1995. With more than 20 years experience, she has led the Brooklyn College Cheerleaders since the 2003-2004 season..
Simmons cheered through high school and was captain & coach at the University of Northern Colorado. After attending Brooklyn College for graduate school Simmons founded the Brooklyn College Cheerleading team.  She assembled a montage of talented individuals and a team that prides itself on family, fun, and excellence was born. After finishing fourth in their first year of competition Simmons has helped to guide the Brooklyn College Cheerleaders to four consecutive CUNYAC championships.
Simmons is an Elite Level Nationally Certified Judge, has her safety certification with the National Council of Safety and Spirit Education (NCSSE), and co-wrote a portion of the safety manual. She has also been nominated as an American Cheerleader Who’s Who of College Cheerleading Coaches in 2004 and was recently inducted in the inaugural class of the 30 Under 30 Coaching Excellence award, solidifying her status as one of the most well respected young coaches in the country.