Falcons' cheerleaders start practice today

FEBRUARY 5, 2017 HOUSTON TX Falcons cheerleaders on the sideline. The Atlanta Falcons meet the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX, Sunday, February 5, 2017. John Spink/AJC

Credit: D. Orlando Ledbetter

Credit: D. Orlando Ledbetter

FEBRUARY 5, 2017 HOUSTON TX Falcons cheerleaders on the sideline. The Atlanta Falcons meet the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX, Sunday, February 5, 2017. John Spink/AJC

The Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders, under the direction of cheer coordinator Chato B. Hendrix, held their first official practice for the 2017 season on Friday.

The squad was finalized after tryouts in April. Hendrix is assisted by Jakene Ashford.

CLICK HERE to see a video from the 2017 tryouts.

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