About the team

The purpose of the Western Carolina University Dance Team is to use dance as a platform to inspire school pride, enhance athletic events, and showcase teamwork, athleticism, and dedication.

Meet Our Coaches

Hannah Mireles

Coach Hannah is a Burlington, North Carolina native with extensive dance team training and a true passion for pom. Known for her sharp attention to detail and clean, powerful execution, she brings a strong technical foundation and deep knowledge of pom style to WCUDT.

Outside of coaching, Hannah is a dedicated middle school teacher who is passionate about mentoring and developing young leaders both in and out of the classroom. She brings that same heart, structure, and encouragement to the team environment. Hannah is also a proud wife and mom to one son, balancing family life and coaching with energy, commitment, and genuine care for her dancers.

Ty Marion

Coach Ty brings passion, professional experience, and creative vision to WCUDT. Before returning to Western Carolina University as a coach, Ty performed internationally with Royal Caribbean International, and appeared in music videos and national tours, gaining firsthand experience in the commercial and live performance industry.

Beyond the stage, Ty has run successful dance studios and served as a creative director, mentoring dancers and producing dynamic, high-impact choreography. A proud Catamount, he earned both his Bachelor’s degree and MBA from Western Carolina University. Returning to WCU to coach WCUDT is both a professional honor and a personal full-circle moment.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Captains: Riley Graves, Abbey Willis

Social Media Team: Abby Willis, Maura Newton

Videography: Chloe Mayes

Fundraising: Riley Graves

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