Cro Story - Childhood Dream Within Reach

Cro’s lifelong dream of becoming a male cheerleader took one more step to becoming a reality this past weekend. On Sunday, he was spotted entering Dolphin Stadium in Miami, Florida for the Marlin’s all-male, all-obese cheerleading squad: the Manatees.

Manatees, also referred to as “Sea Cows” or “Meg Griffins”, aren’t exactly the most nimble of creatures. Marlins front office wants their Manatees to be able to be a little more graceful, and being able to bust a move certainly won’t hurt.

Team officials said they want “big bellies with the biggest jiggle, big feet with the best dance moves and enthusiasm that will rock Marlins' fans out of their seats.” The Manatees will not be paid; however, they will receive free tickets to the games in which they perform. When asked about the opportunity, Cro could barley contain himself.

“I’ve always had a passion for cheerleading and this is a once in a lifetime opportunity for guys like myself.”

“I’ve worked hard for this [gut], ya know? This is years of drinking, and its something I hold very close to me. My mom has always told me if you got it, flaunt it.”

“Since we won’t be receiving monetary compensation, I’m clearly not in for the money. It would be an honor and a privilege to be one of the inaugural Manatees.”

“We’re trying to make history here. Cheerleading has long been dominated by females. Fat guys wanna cheer too. And who knows, maybe you’ll see us on Sportscenter this summer.”

Cro’s audition routine consisted of dances such as the Perculator, Macarena, Electric Slide, and a variation of the smash hit Soulja Boy. He declined to comment on how the audition went, but when pressed he did say his Soulja Boy “killed.”

Final cuts won’t be posted until sometime later this week, but Cro is confident he will be among the 7 to 10 guys drafted.

For more on the Manatees: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080224/ap_on_fe_st/odd_fat_cheerleaders

Keep your fingers crossed.