IN PHOTOS: Behind the scenes at 2015 UAAP Cheerdance Competition

Want to know what happened before the performances of your favorite cheerdance squads in the 2015 UAAP Cheerdance Competition? Inquirer gives you a sneak peak of what went on at the dugouts before the performers took the floor at the Mall of Asia Arena.

From final brushes of the routine to one last touches of makeup, Inquirer has it covered. Photos from Ruth Mayo and Patrick Mayo.

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Courtside reporters are ready. Photo by Ruth Mayo/INQUIRER

First to perform, first to stretch out #UPuso. Photo by Ruth Mayo/INQUIRER

@Salinggawi_UST puts on the battlegear. Ruth Mayo/INQUIRER

Makeup Check! @theFEUCS #HornsUp. Photo by Ruth Mayo/INQUIRER

When Lace and Leather mix, you get #AnimoLaSalle. Photo by Ruth Mayo/INQUIRER

These Warriors are ready for some #REDemption. Photo by Patrick Mayo

You can see the support of UP Pep Squad fans in their faces. Photo by Pat Mayo

Calm before the storm at the Mall of Asia Arena. Photo by Patrick Mayo

Nemo Ascue, a cheerdance fan since 2009, all dressed up for this year’s Cheerdance Competition.

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