Rules/Policies
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Natonal Federation Rules will be strictly enforced.
Failure to follow any of the rules may result in either a deduction or a disqualification from the competition.
General:
Problems, concerns, and questions should be addressed to your league representative first.
If you find it necessary to drop out of the competition please notify Joanne Small or Pam Palmer immediately.
We are looking for 100% participation in voting for Coach of the year. There are many coaches who have done an outstanding job with his/her squad or have contributed to cheerleading in a valuable way. In order to be eligible you must vote and the ballot must be received on time.
Mascots:
Mascots can be involved throughout the season and will be judged at Sectionals, if used.
They cannot perform partner stunts, gymnastics or mounts for safety reasons.
Please adhere to the National Federation Rule book concerning mascots.
Megapones may be used for voice enhancement only.
Mascots can be involved throughout the season and will be judged at Sectionals, if used.
They cannot perform partner stunts, gymnastics or mounts for safety reasons.
Please adhere to the National Federation Rule book concerning mascots.
Megapones may be used for voice enhancement only.
In order to make cheerleading more uniform throughout Section V, all cheerleading squads must adhere to the following policies during each season in every school in Section V.
Physicals: Each cheerleader will be required to pass an examination in accordance with the individual school policy for athletes.
Starting Dates: The established starting date for the fall cheerleading season will coincide with the first day of football practice in August. The starting dates for the winter season will coincide with the first day of basketball parctice in November. Leagues may vary. However, no tryouts may be conducted before this date.
Practices: Every cheerleading squad must have a minimum of 6 team practices before the first game. Tryout practices would be included in this minimum number of practices. Each cheerleader must have a minimum of 4 individual practices before the first game. Tryout practices would be included in this minimum number of practices.
District Policy for Athletes: Each cheerleader must follow the same rules and regulations as other athletes in accordance with the individual district policy for athletes.
Safety Regulations: All cheerleading squads at every game in Section V must follow the National Federation Rules. Rule books may be purchased at Empire Cheer for $10 or you may call NFHS Customer Service (1-800-776-3462) to order.
Certification: Permanent certification is now required. Check with your athletic Director in regards to course work.
