Since owner Lamar Hunt brought the Dallas Texans to Kansas City back in the 60’s, women and
sometimes men have graced the sidelines, cheering on the Chiefs. Co-ed cheerleaders from the early days gave way
to all female Chiefettes in the 70’s. The 80’s brough back men for seven years as the name was changed to Chiefs
Cheerleaders. The mid 90’s ushered in an all female group with a heavy emphasis on dance and the dancing Chiefs
Cheerleaders continue today. Uniforms, dance, and cheer styles have changed to keep up with the times, but one
thing remains the same: the sidelines have always been filled with some of the best Chiefs fans of all, the
Chiefs Cheerleaders!
CALLING ALL ALUMNI CHEERLEADERS
Did you ever cheer on the sidelines for the Kansas City Chiefs? We’re looking for YOU! The
Alumni “Then and Now” web feature is a fun way to keep up with the many Chiefs Cheerleaders who have graced the
sidelines of Arrowhead and even the old stadium. Contact Cheerleader Director Elaine Hart at
ehartbeat@aol.com if you would like to be featured.