Coaches & Instructors
Subscribe to our NewsletterDiana Snyder Owner/Director
Diana Took Over Murrieta Mavericks in 2009 with her two daughers Kanisha and Monique as their passion for cheer grew. To this day it is a passion she has with her daughter Monique who is the head coach and cheorgrapher. Diana enjoys watching the young athleties grow into amazing young talented athletes, and leaders. We Strive not only to teach members new skills and advance their cheerleading knowledge, but we are passionate about excellence, including role modeling, in order to teach life lessions.
Our story
Murrieta Mavericks Cheer
Established in 2009
The Murrieta Mavericks began in 2007 with a small group of elementary school girls practicing in local parks, led by a coach from a military family. When the coach relocated out of state, six determined girls chose to continue their cheer journey together. In 2009, the Murrieta Mavericks officially became a team and moved into a gym—setting the foundation for years of growth, competition, and championship success.
At the core of the program was a dedicated mom and her two daughters, both original members of the team. As the years passed, the girls not only competed but became coaches, helping shape the future of the Mavericks. Today, both daughters are full-time nurses, having carried the values of commitment and leadership from the mat into their careers.
Meanwhile, their youngest sister continues to live out her cheer dream—coaching and leading the Mavericks with the same passion that started it all. With their mom still actively involved in the program, this family has become the heart of the Mavericks legacy.
More than a cheer team, Murrieta Mavericks is a family. Built on teamwork, leadership, dedication, and heart, the program continues to inspire new generations—one cheerleader at a time.
HEAD COACH & CHOREOGRAPHER
COACH MONIQUE
Monique has been in Cheer and Dance since she was 4 years old, Monique had became part of the Rail Ranch Dance Team during last 3 years in elementary school, she was captain for the last 3 years. After elementary school she continued her cheer with the Murrieta Mavericks for an additional 4 years. High School she made her freshman team, Jv and Varsity as a junior she has been captian all 3 years. As a sophmore in high school she is also on the JV team and again was chosen as captain . She had been awarded several individual metals for her stunting abilities and made State and National Champion in both Cheer and Dance. 2013 Monique had taken on her own team which consists of children 3 and 4 year of age, Monique had continued to coach with great success thought 2016 winning State and National Championships teaching all ages. She has taught cheer and tumbling and brought many challenges to her team as they have showed great success. Monique had became part of the Fresno Stae University Bulldog Cheerleader until she retaired and gratduated. We are pleased to announce that Monique graduated with her BSN AND summa cum laude in May 2021. Where she had accepted a position at Loma Linda University Hospital in the Pediatric Cardiology Unit. We are also excited and blessed to announce her love for cheer has also blessed us with her return to coaching with the Mavericks along side of all her hard work in the hospitals.
Tumbling Instructor Ricardo Cortes
TUMBLING INSTRUCTOR RICARDO CORTES
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Ricardo has cheered for many years and has worked his way up to the Cali Allstar Rangers for several now. He has won several State, Nationals Champions and became the 2024 & 2025 World Champion.
He have a passion for cheer for bring that he brings to our program
Coach Morgan Hoffman
My name is Morgan Hoffman
I have been cheering since I was a sophomore in high school. I was one of the captains on JV for my sophomore year and one of the captains on varsity for my junior and senior year of high school. I also did Allstar cheer during my senior year. I am currently cheering in college at CSUSM and have recently been selected for UCA Staff. We are looking forward to having Morgan bring her talent and join our staff here at the Maverick's.
Coach Amanda Garcia
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I have been cheering since I was 6 years old. I participated in All Star cheer for 5 years and was a member of my high school cheer team for 4 years. I also have several years of experience in dance and tumbling. I am currently a cheerleader at CSUSM and will be entering my 4th year. We are excited to have Amanda start her new journey as a coach with the Murrieta Mavericks cheer team.
Coach Alana Almond
My name is Alana Almond and I’m so excited to be joining the coaching staff at Murrieta Mavericks Cheer—where my own cheer journey began!
I started cheering as a Murrieta Maverick before moving into all-star cheer, where I was proud to win The Summit twice. I cheered all four years in high school and capped off my cheer career as a collegiate athlete at San Diego State University, where I competed at College Nationals.
I work locally as a Physician Assistant at a family medicine clinic.
I can't wait to meet all of our amazing athletes and be part of your growth, goals, and cheer memories. Let’s make this season one to remember!
Coach Haley
Coach Haley Former Mavericks Athlete
Haley has been passionate about cheer since the age of six, beginning her journey with all-star cheer before joining the Murrieta Mavericks as a young athlete. She continued cheering with the Mavericks through middle school, where her dedication, spirit, and natural leadership began to shine.
As she entered high school, Haley’s love for the sport grew even stronger. She became a junior coach with the Mavericks while also cheering on both her junior varsity and varsity high school teams. Her energy, commitment, and connection with the athletes make her a favorite among the girls, who always enjoy her extra help and encouragement.
Outside of cheer, Haley works at In-N-Out Burger and continues to support the Mavericks whenever she’s available. We’re proud to have her as part of the team — she’s a wonderful coach, mentor, and role model to our athletes.