Rules

Cheerleading is a sport.It requires quick, rigid motions and TEAM effort.

RULES
These rules are to provide boundaries towards squad menbers.All menbers are expected to follow these rules at all times.Infractions could bring about a penalty.

1. Lateness will not be tolerated.
2. Do not miss a game, or practice, without a valid reason. The penalty for missing practices before an important event may lead to not being able to participate in the event, however- your attendance for event could be made necessary.
3. Use of illegal substances, alcohol and smoking is prohibited and grounds for dismissal if in uniform. Squad members are reminded that they have set obligations towards their team mates, being under the influence of any medication/drug which effects judgment is dangerous and will not be tolerated either.
4. Safety is important. Unsafe spotting during stunts is inexcusable.
5. When you quit or exit the team uniforms must be returned CLEANED IMMEDIATELY.
6. BULLYING IS NOT TOLERATED. If you are bullied tell your coach/supervisor immediately.


EXPECTIONS
These expections may be referred to as the "unwritten" rules. If they are not followed there may not be a penalty but your dedication to the squad and yourself may be reviewed.

1. Set high standards for yourself as an athlete.
2. Treat all squad members with dignity and respect. Become one with your squad.
3. Treat coaches and managers with dignity and respect.
4. Trust the coaches' experience and leadership.
5. Give maximum effort at al times.
6. Arrive for practices, games and team functions per coaches instructions.
7. If a camp is given it is important to attendwith your team.
8. If you become injured seek appropriate, immediate medical attention. Even if minor for report to be filed.
9. Skills are learned in proper progression and more difficult stunts do NOT get attempted until prerequisite stunts are mastered and permission is given from instructors.
10. All practices must be attended unless there is a medical reason, or if on holidays. Your attendance is expected at practice whenever possible, even if you are feeling under the weather or injured, it's best to be present to observe and learn. Please contact one of your coaches if you are not able to attend a practice. This is very important, if you are absent without calling there is a safety concern.
11. Take excellent care of your uniforms. You will be charged if these are lost or damaged in any way.
12. Shorts or sweatpants, T-shirts and PROPER runners should be worn to all practices. Bring a water bottle and sunscreen if hot. NO JEANS or SANDALS.
13. Hair should be neat and off the face, either up in a ponytail or bun. No body jewelry should be left untaped, even studs can get snagged. Please also keep nails trimmed. When you are stunting, the girl being lifted will appreciate this.
14. There is to be no eating while in uniform. If you absolutely cannot go the 1 1/2-2 hours without eating, please bring dry crackers to munch on and water to drink with written instructions from parent.
15. There is to be no direct contact/comments unrelated to the game with the Players or Spectators while on the field in uniform, unless a parent gives permission for before or after games. Your squad represents the Spiret of Cheerleading, and appropriate behavior is a must. If a problem arises with someone in the stands or a player, please discuss this with your coach immediately; do not take matter into your own hands. The players are expected to have the most respect for you and vice-versa. Remember, Cheerleaders Cheer, not Boo.
16. At half time or when not cheering, cheerleaders are not to "Wander Off" from the rest of the team. There will be a tent/area at games for the girls to rest for breaks. Your Coaches will go over proper field "etiquette" and field placement for your squad prior to game day.