Official cheer rules and regulations, all american youth cheer teams will follow the current published national federation of state high school associations spirit rules book. Bcas competition rules and safety guidelines comply with the technical and safety aspects of iasf, as applicable to uk duty of care compliance. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 high school spirit rules changes. Nfhs spirit cheer rules changes for 201415 041514 board of control adds field hockey for 201415. Head spring a tumbling skill in which a person places both hands and their head on the performing surface, pushes off with the hands while flipping the legs overhead and landing on their feet.
Squads should perform a 30 second cheer without music, showing their best ability in all areas of cheerleading. Collegiate cheerleading toss rule change highlights. This does not change the criteria or rule for dismounts to the performing surface. Mediacorp reserves the right to disqualify any participant if heshe is found to be in breach of this rule or any other rule or regulation. Leagueconference cheer coordinator is a liaison to the region cheerleading coordinator to all association cheer coordinators and serves as a delegate to the regional meetings. Safety rules apply to all cheer teams at all times. With the joint effort of the all star staff, cheerleaders, and parents, we will have a successful and exciting year together. Rule 1 definitions for both cheer and dancedrillpom. Membership is open to secondary schools providing interschool athletic activities for boys and girls in grades 712. The ncaa and college conferences requires that college cheerleading programs follow the usa cheer college safety rules at their events, which restrict what skills can be performed. Clarifies the use of supports, braces and soft casts and when padding is required for participation in stunts, pyramids and tosses. The role of the cheer parent is an article with helpful tips and advice for new cheer parents. Georgia high school association cheerleading guide 2014 2015. State spirit competition guidelines cheer guidelines.
Usasf image policy judges reserve the right to assess warnings andor deductions when a teams choreography, uniform, make up, bows, etc. Rule 1 definitions all spirit groups rule 2 general risk management all spirit. Cheer and dancedrillpom will now follow completely separate performance safety rules. Competitive cheer squad handbook all stars unlimited. Being involved with a competitive cheer squad is not only a commitment for the child, but for the parents as well. The new york state public high school athletic association inc. Official rules will be published in the 20162017 nfhs spirit rules book. Cheer championship indiana association of school principals. Spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing risk in cheer, dance. Cheer rules and regulations 2016 college cheer team national championship bold and grey indicates a change in rules cheer rules and regulations 18 i. Competing in an indiana cheer championship event is a great way to. All teams traveling to the ayfayc national championships must book their stay through the ayf authorized booking agent and stay in ayfapproved accommodations. The purpose of the tyfa cheer coaches handbook is to place all the cheer related policies, procedures and rules in one place.
Our cheer and dance safety guidelines, when applied in conjunction with usasf coach credentialing, educational resources, videos, training, and a usasf certified legality official presence at usasf sanctioned events, establishes the comprehensive approach to athlete safety that is not only a usasf member priority, but also a member benefit. Districts may be held either friday, february 19 or saturday, february 20, 2016. National federation of state high school associations spirit. There is a maximum of 10% rounding up of athletes that may compete if they attend a local school that does not offer a school cheer program. Stunt has potential to transform cheerleading culture. The cheer director or assistant director will periodically monitor practices and make ourselves available to parents during those practices games under no circumstances will a team not show up for a game. All specifics in each rule andor exception must be followed in order to be legal.
Below are some helpful hints for using the national federation spirit rules book to find information more easily. Cheerleading safety regulations and cheeleader safety. Conduct detrimental to the team will not be tolerated. Practicecompetition rules no gum, jewelry or glitter.
We always have an open door policy where you, as parents, and cheerleaders, can. Please distribute a copy to all directors, coaches, and choreographers. The khsaa wanted to notify all competitive cheer schools on the postseason dates. The recognized world governing body of cheerleading. The athletic style of cheerleading that features human pyramids, tumbling and other.
Cheer wiaa washington interscholastic activities association. The number of teams offered and the practice daystimes are subject to. Head spin a skill in which a person balances on their head while rotating on the performing surface. Any object which can be manipulated or used as a base ex. Register for an event championship calendar ask a rules question usasf sanctioned events. National spirit coach of the year 201718 201920 rules changes approved in high school spirit. Cheerleading is regulated on all levels to ensure it is practiced and performed safely in gyms, high schools and colleges throughout the country.
There are some differences between the iasf and usasf legality rules for the 20192020 season. Show up for each game at least 20 minutes early to gather your cheerleaders, stretch and be ready to cheer for the game on time. Any exceptions will be at the discretion of the sponsor and principal, on a case by case basis. This change is for formatting purposes, which makes the rule easier to understand and interpret. Ohs cheerleading rules general cheerleading rules 1. All rule infractions are at the discretion of the coach. Penaltiesrule violations inappropriate or unsportsmanlike behavior 1. White, red and blue skill division guidelines are listed in the ayc rule book. How to join the committee administrators, coaches and officials. A powerpoint presentation of the usa cheer music copyrights educational. This model rule book rule book is provided to ayf members as a resource that may be used in connection with the operation of their organization. Uk cheerleading association suite 1, armcon business park london road south, poynton cheshire, sk12 1lq email protected 01625 838 557 company reg. Since 1948 the national cheerleaders association or nca was the first cheerleading organization focused on cheer competitions, cheerleading camps, and.
See section 3 structure rule enforcementauthority football rules. Failure to follow the rules will result in the cheerleader sitting out part andor all of the game. Penalties rule violations inappropriate or unsportsmanlike behavior 1. Violation of the safety guidelines during the state competition will result in penalty point deductions. Cheer blog updates kentucky high school athletic association.
Pop warner is the only youth football and cheerleading. In flipping baskets that involve more than one male thrower sides or front, the back spot must be a male athlete. The rules book, which can be ordered online, outlines the new cheerleading rules for 2014, addressing everything from transitions to partner stunts and dismounts. All cheerleaders are governed by the seminole county code of conduct and citizenship policy. The link to this can be found at the bottom of the page. In addition to the most up to date rules, coaches will find passages on education, minimizing risk, concussions, and overuse injuries. Cheer handbook and guidelines lone oak isd 20172018 this handbook becomes effective immediately for the tryout process in the spring of 2017 and remains in effect throughout the 20172018 school year. Nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015 cheersafe. Incidents will be dealt with, on a case by case basis. Clarification was added to confirm that a lift is identical to a stuntpartner stunt. A spirited entrance is allowed and timing will begin with the first movement of the cheer. Within this rule book are model rules, competition eligibility requirements, recommendations guidelines and best practices.
Ayc teams participating in the region and national competitions will need to declare a teams skill division before the start of the fall competition season. Reverse extension prep 180 to extension prep would require an additional spotter during the reverse extension prep. In the event of any dispute during the event, all decisions made by the judges shall be final and no appeals or correspondence will be entertained. Competitive cheer kentucky high school athletic association. Regents approve competitive cheer as sport new york state. This rule book is not allinclusive and should be used in. Any tyfa, organization board member or organization volunteer who, by any act, omission, or conduct, attempts to. Welcome to the 201617 nfhs spirit online rules presentation. With the joint effort of the all star staff, cheer leaders, and parents, we will have a successful and exciting year together. Division assignments are based on the cheerleaders stage as of august 31, 2014 for the entire 20142015 season.
Prepare yourself in the best way possible for a great season and a national championship. Cheerleading safety regulations and cheeleader safety cheersafe. Falsifying birth certificates or any other documents to make a participant eligible is grounds for. Revises the definition for a roll, suspended roll, tumbling and stunt. A toss technique where the top person begins the toss with both feet on the ground. The competition is open to all colleges, universities, and junior colleges in the country. Schoolrecgame day cheer competition rules the purpose of our nkcca competitions are twofold. Violations of any rules in the current national federation spirit rules book will result in a deduction from the total score for that performance. Reference the portion of the current nfhs spirit rules book rule number andor page. Using the national federation spirit rules book iowa. Dvds submitted for qualification will not be viewed for legalities.
League background what is hilliard optimist the hilliard optimist club is a nonprofit, allvolunteer organization providing a variety of athletic and academic. School cheer rule book 4 timing 0 100 synchronization and uniformity routine composition 0 100 spacing, seamless movement and patterns, execution of formations voiceinflection 0 100 pace of cheer is practical, flow of words is easy to understand motionsgirls dance 0 100 this category will be judged based on a teams ability to incorporate. New york state public high school athletic association 8 airport park boulevard, latham, ny 12110 p. Refer to the index in the back of the book to find the exact rule references. Performs leagueconference duties as detailed by the leagueconference bylaws or constitution. Please ensure you are aware of these if you intend on competing in the usa. School cheer rule book 2 eligibility policy division violations inappropriate choreography, music and outfitting interruption of performance performance area legality verification how to qualify.
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