While the Eagles were routing the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, Cheerleaders Alexa and Rylee were cheering on the team, but they weren't in New Orleans.
Alexa and Rylee both traveled to Hawaii and visited multiple military bases as part of a goodwill military tour thanks to ProTour Productions in collaboration with Armed Forces Entertainment. It was a memorable experience for both women, who discussed the opportunity in a Q&A:
Most memorable moment
Alexa: Our visit to Pearl Harbor was, without a doubt, the most memorable part of the trip. Before even boarding the ferry to the USS Arizona Memorial, we had the privilege of speaking with men and women and hearing their personal stories and experiences. Those heartfelt conversations brought an even deeper meaning to the visit. Standing alongside them at such a historic and sacred site was both humbling and inspiring. It was an incredible honor to experience the memorial with those who serve our country and to pause together in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Rylee: We had the opportunity to visit a submarine training facility. While there, we met Officer Radjouki, one of the first women to ever serve on a U.S. Navy submarine. Being able to meet someone who has paved the way for other women and hear about the hardships she experienced while forging that path was inspiring. Her words have made me consider how I can strive to encourage and uplift those around me. I was grateful for the chance to thank her for her service, and for her role in creating more spaces for women to serve!
Their Super Bowl LIX experience
Alexa: Super Bowl Sunday was truly unforgettable. My day began with a FaceTime call to my fellow co-captains, wishing them a happy gameday and cheering them on to bring home the win for all of us! I was stationed at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, where I spent the first half of the game with the Marines and the second half with the Air Force, meeting and connecting with incredible service members throughout the day.
Rylee: I was able to cheer the Eagles on alongside service members at the Marine Corps base. Fans of every team were so excited to have a cheerleader from a Super Bowl team there! I was able to perform the Eagles fight song, as well as lead an E-A-G-L-E-S chant that everyone participated in. Having the support of my teammate Alexa, as well as the other cheerleaders from other teams I had bonded with, made the experience truly special. I could not think of a better way to celebrate the Eagles becoming Super Bowl Champions!
On being selected for the Goodwill Military Tour
Alexa: One of the most meaningful moments was hearing service members say, "You're here instead of there?!" — a reaction that perfectly captured how much it meant for us to share this experience with them. It was a powerful reminder of the impact of being present and bringing a bit of Eagles spirit to those serving far from home. The day came full circle as Rylee, the rest of the NFL cheerleaders, and I came together that evening to celebrate an Eagles Super Bowl win , an ending that made the entire experience even more special.
Rylee: My uncle was deployed in Kuwait for several years, and through his experiences, I've come to understand how much those who serve long for even the simplest comforts of home. Hearing about his experiences has opened my eyes to the emotional weight our service members carry, and having the chance to lift their spirits and bring a piece of home to them was the opportunity of a lifetime.
