Today we’d like to introduce you to Janine Misciagno.
Hi Janine, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I’ve been involved in cheer from every angle—first as a cheerleader and coach, but most importantly as a cheer mom. Over the years, I’ve seen the best parts of this sport and I’ve also seen the parts that needed to change. Opening Fantasy Elite All Stars was my way of creating the gym I always wished existed: a place where the negative experiences are corrected with transparency, kindness, and the idea that this is a sport for children, and joy is right in the name- you can win and be still be happy- there are paths for athletes at all levels- there are so many ways to be a competitive cheerleader. I wanted to build a gym where everyone was welcome and where the positive moments—the confidence, the community, the joy—are amplified for every athlete and family. There are ways to do this sport that don’t price out families, that can be open to older beginners, athletes who are differently abled, and kids who want to cheer and play other sports as well. The sports performance program grew from my sons – one of whom is a professional personal trainer, emphasizing the athleticism required for cheerleaders and how their conditioning and general training are often overlooked and then developing that to include any athlete- training for all sports to reduce injury risk, develop decision making, agility and endurance skills, and make sports performance training affordable. Sensory sports is a program we are so proud of. Having a son who is neurodivergent there were limited fitness activities, especially small group classes, available for him so we developed this program to fill that gap.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth ride, but it’s been a purposeful one. From day one, we were completely focused on the kind of program and environment we wanted to build, and that meant refusing to compromise on quality. Financially, that pushed us to roll up our sleeves and do a lot of the work ourselves. I’m incredibly fortunate that my husband is a talented contractor, because his skills made it possible for us to bring our vision to life without cutting corners.
Finding the right space was another challenge. We knew we wanted to be in Collin County—specifically the Wylie area—because this community is exactly who we want to serve. It took time and patience, but we’re so grateful we held out for the perfect location.
And of course, the weather has been its own obstacle. Our soft opening and grand opening have both been delayed because of it, so we’ve had to pivot, adjust, and keep moving forward. But honestly, every challenge has just reinforced why we’re doing this. We believe in what we’re building, and we’re committed to opening our doors the right way for our athletes and families.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
My background is a little unique for this industry, and I think that’s one of my biggest strengths. I started my career as an administrative assistant, working in both corporate and municipal government settings, so I understand structure, communication, and the importance of professionalism. At the same time, I grew up as the daughter of a self‑employed contractor and now I’m married to one, so I’ve always had a front‑row seat to the realities of small‑business ownership—long hours, hands‑on work, and the pride that comes from building something yourself. I’ve helped my husband with his office operations over the years, so that entrepreneurial mindset is second nature to me.
I didn’t take the traditional route of a lot of owners who were lifelong coaches. I educated and trained to gain that knowledge. Got my judging certifications as well, and hired consultants and professionals that I respect who aligned with to my vision to help me get to where I want to be.
But the most defining part of my experience is being a mom of five. My kids—four boys and one girl—have been involved in just about every sport and activity you can imagine. I know exactly what it feels like to juggle schedules, work, transportation, and the emotional load that comes with keeping a family moving. That perspective shaped everything about Fantasy Elite All Stars. I built this gym with real families in mind: flexible scheduling, thoughtful programming, and an environment that supports working parents instead of adding stress to their week.
What makes me different is that I’m not just building a business—I’m building the place I always wished existed when my kids were younger. A place that understands families because it’s run by someone who lived that life. Our focus is on developing our classes in order to build our cheer teams. A lot of gyms work the other way. We want our class program to help kids build skills that they can use in our gym, or if they choose to go somewhere else they can use them in another gym. Skills that truly lead to progression. Because winning competitions is great, but growing as an athlete and progressing, your skills is the true win. We definitely want to field competitive cheer teams, keep improving on our class options, and Gro our sports performance program.
Is there something surprising that you feel even people who know you might not know about?
Something surprising about me is that I personally helped build parts of my own gym. We didn’t want to compromise on quality, so my husband and I did a lot of the work ourselves. It’s not every day you meet a cheer gym owner who knows her way around power tools! My sons helped put equipment together and carry a LOT of heavy things and my daughter- the only girl helped build the entire spring floor! Truly a family affair!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.fantasyeliteallstars.com
- Instagram: @fantasyeliteallstars
- Facebook: @fantasyeliteallstars
