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. Failure to follow the rules will result in the cheerleader sitting out part andor all of the game. Cheerleading safety regulations and cheeleader safety. If there is an illegal pitch and the batter reaches first base safely and each other runner advances at least one base, the illegal pitch is nullified. Cheer coaches must be approved by the mshsaa office prior to instructing students.
Below are some helpful hints for using the national federation spirit rules book to find information more easily. Religious or medical medals must be taped to the body. Each cheerleader is expected to cheer a full game unless she becomes sick. Refer to the index in the back of the book to find the exact rule references. National federation of state high school associations spirit. Cheer and dancedrillpom will now follow completely separate performance safety rules. Certification of sideline cheerleading eligibility through the online membership system. Rule 1 contains definitions of terms that are used throughout the rules book. Videos will play with audio automatically, so you may want to mute your device. All rule infractions are at the discretion of the coach. Long hair that is not secured presents significant risk during partner stunts, pyramids, tosses and airborne tumbling. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. High school spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing risk. Competition is offered for grades 3rd through 6th and is optional.
Cheerleaders should be ready to cheer and pay attention to the game. Aug 01, 2017 ycada cheer rules interpretation general safety tumbling entry into stunts 2017 duration. Watch coverage of boys and girls high school sports and activities across the country at. Cheerleading rules illinois elementary school association. The comprehensive course for coaches covers the entire cheer section of the nfhs rules book rules 1, 2, and 3 including the new rules changes for the current year. Prepare yourself in the best way possible for a great season and a national championship. Rule change pitching rule 611 penalty exception 1 an illegal pitch remains a delayeddead ball. This is a reminder to coaches and judges, below is a link to the nfhs website with 201617 spirit cheer rules book corrections.
Attention all competitive cheer coaches and judges officials. Spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing risk in cheer, dance. All teams traveling to the ayfayc national championships must book their stay through the ayf authorized booking agent and stay in ayfapproved accommodations. Deletes definitions for downward inversion, front drop, kneeseatthigh drop, split drop, sponge and swan dive. Falsifying birth certificates or any other documents to make a participant eligible is grounds for. Between cheers each cheerleader is expected to stand at attention with her hands behind her back, facing the field to watch the game. Usa cheer and the national federation of state high school associations nfhs have reached an agreement to publish one set of rules for high school cheerleading the 202021 season under the nfhs rule book. High school spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing. Extended stuntposition the supporting hands of the bases.
Reverse extension prep 180 to extension prep would require an additional spotter during the reverse extension prep. An egregious or intentional violation of the mshsaa bylaws or the rulesregulations of the activity may cause the board of directors to withhold approved status. Promoting activities programs through showcase events. In rules 328 and 428, a spotter is required for tosses to singlebase shoulder stands and singlebase preplevel stunts in which the footfeet of the top person is in the hands of the base.
Districts may be held either friday, february 19 or saturday, february 20, 2016. Junior highmiddle schools still follow all of the high school rules, with the additional restriction on basketelevator tosses. Videos will appear at the article level, such as 3. The rules book, which can be ordered online, outlines the new cheerleading rules for 2014, addressing everything from transitions to partner stunts and dismounts. National federation of state high school associations. Official rules will be published in the 20162017 nfhs spirit rules book. Associations nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the administration of educationbased high school athletics and activities through the writing of playing rules that emphasize health and safety, educational programs that develop leaders, and administrative support to increase participation opportunities and promote sportsmanship. This rule book is not allinclusive and should be used in. Within this rule book are model rules, competition eligibility requirements, recommendations guidelines and best practices.
Each student, prior to participating in an interscholastic contest, must be certified as eligible through. Cheerleading is an activity that comes under the jurisdiction of the north carolina high school athletic association in two areas eligibility and safety guidelines. Stunt has potential to transform cheerleading culture. 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. National spirit coach of the year 201718 201920 rules changes approved in high school spirit. 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. For the current version and rule interpretations, visit. 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. Rule 3 contains apparel requirements and performance safety rules that apply only to. Competition is optional and must be decided prior to competition. White, red and blue skill division guidelines are listed in the ayc rule book. Find out how your school can join the nations leading producer of high school sports. Cheerleading safety regulations and cheeleader safety cheersafe.
Cheerleaders should bring their own water bottle to each game. Using the national federation spirit rules book iowa. The safety regulations contained in the national federation spirit rules book and the mshsaa sideline cheer manual shall be followed. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs learning center is an education tool that offers courses to high school coaches, administrators, officials, students, and parents. Dead ball and suspension of play deadball and delayed deadball tables rule 6. This language is aligned with other nfhs rule books. There are a couple of editorial corrections to the 201516 nfhs spirit cheer rules book. In addition to the most up to date rules, coaches will find passages on education, minimizing risk, concussions, and overuse injuries. 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. To view videos, use the search or select a specific rule. All specifics in each rule andor exception must be followed in order to be legal.
Cheerleading squads should be placed under the direction of a qualified and knowledgeable coach. Each squad coach will determine if the squad attends a competition. It provides a variety of program initiatives that reach the 18,500 high schools and over 11 million students involved in athletic and activity programs. Rule 3 contains apparel requirements and performance safety rules that apply only to cheerleading. Religious head covering, wrap, or other required religious garments that are not dangerous or likely to come off during participation are not a risk. Attendance at regular and post season games for the entire game is mandatory. Ycada cheer rules interpretation general safety tumbling entry into stunts 2017 duration. Kindle rulebook allows me to always have rules with me to study without having to pack books around. Nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015 cheersafe. A team consists of any number of athletes whose names appear on the teams roster and must have completed all requirements of participation including 3 practices prior to first game and 68 games of cheer prior to competition. This course is ideal for new coaches or coaches who want a refresher course for all rules.
Omyfa competitive cheer rules 2017 hometeamsonline. Cheerleading north carolina high school athletic association. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high. Rule 1 definitions for both cheer and dancedrillpom. All information pertaining to cheerleading should be found in this section of the handbook. We use videos submitted to us and other sources in an educational manner. Rule 1 definitions all spirit groups rule 2 general risk management all spirit. Series of downs, number of down and team possessions after penalty rule 6.
Adds definitions for braced flip, braced inversion, braced roll, prep level and swing roll down teddy bear roll down. Another change addressing risk management in both cheer and dance was made in the stunting personnel section of the spirit rules book. Ruleage grid change discussions for 20202021 season. Rule 2 contains general information and safety rules that apply to all spirit groups.