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CHEERLEADING
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COMPETITION TEAM TRY OUTS
COME JOIN AN AWARD WINNING TEAM!!!
Try outs for the 2009-2010 Competition Cheer Team will be:
Competition Tryout Practices:
Monday, Nov. 16th Tues, Nov. 17th & Thur Nov. 19th
Competition Tryyout Finals:
Monday, Nov. 23rd
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Pine Island School gym.
It is mandatory to attend ALL 4 sessions.
Tryouts are open to all registered 2009 WVYFC Cheerleaders in grades 5-8.
See you there!
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CHEERFEST 2009 !
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8th, 2009
Thank you to everyone who made Cheerfest 2009 such a big success!
The girls looked great and their performances were awesome!
Way to go!
To view/purchase photos from Cheerfest 2009,
www.f8images.com
To purchase the DVD from Cheerfest 2009,
http://www.sevideo.biz/catalog/2009ocyflcheerfest-p-99.html
Again, great job, girls!
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Yankee Candle Fundraiser
Our annual Yankee Candle Fundraiser is over!
This year's top sellers are:
1st Place: Olivia Ottens, Div. 3
2nd Place: Isabella Zayas, Div. 1 Gold
3rd Place: Claudia Kaich, DIv. 1 Purple
CONGRATULATIONS, GIRLS!
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Pep Rally
Pep Rally was Friday, Sept. 4th.
Thanks to all the volunteers who helped make it a success!
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Cheer Coaches for 2009 season
MIGHTY MITES PURPLE HEAD COACH ANTOINETTE MCGEE
ASST. COACH LIZ CASLANDER
ASST. COACH WENDY BONSIGNORE
MIGHTY MITES GOLD HEAD COACH KRISTINE WIDULSKI
ASST. COACH MICHELE BIASO
DIVISION ONE PURPLE HEAD COACH LOURDES AVERY
DIVISION ONE GOLD HEAD COACH CHRIS DONELLAN
ASST. COACH PATTY BESSLER
DIVISION ONE WHITE HEAD COACH BETH MONTELBANO
ASST. COACH KELLY HELMRICH
DIVISION TWO PURPLE HEAD COACH PATTY SHAY
ASST. COACH MICHELLE GADOMSKI
DIVISION TWO GOLD HEAD COACH JEANNIE NEUBAUER
DIVISION TWO WHITE HEAD COACH BARBARA GREENBERG
ASST. COACH PATTI MILHAVEN
ASST. COACH JIM MILHAVEN
DIVISION THREE HEAD COACH DENISE TERHUNE
ASST. COACH
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WARWICK VALLEY YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING
2009 CHEER RULES
OVERVIEW:
All personnel decisions involving cheerleading will be made by the Cheer Director. Players are under the direction and supervision of their coaches. Coaches are under the direction of the Cheer Director. During the season cheerleaders shall follow the rules of the team, town and league. Any cheerleader who doesn’t follow the rules will be subject to disciplinary actions.
AGE:
All Cheerleaders must be at least 6 years old by November 30th and entering 1st grade but not 9th grade of the current season. Cheerleaders will be placed on teams according to their grade level. Please see below:
Mighty Mites: 1st & 2nd grade Division I: 3rd & 4th grade
Division II: 5th & 6th grade Division III: 7th & 8th grade
MASCOTS:
Mascots are not allowed to participate in the OCYFL league.
ORGANIZATION:
Team Level:
A. The head coach and assistant coaches of each team must be at least 21 years of age.
B. A High School Helper may be used to teach cheers, stunts, etc. However, this individual shall be under the direction and supervision of the head coach.
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Appearance:
A. All cheerleaders must wear the required uniform as determined by WVYFC in order to cheer that week’s game. The uniform is to be worn only at WVYFC organized functions, i.e. games, pep rally, CheerFest, Competitions.
B. All hair must be pulled back in pony tail, off of face.
C. No jewelry or long or false nails (safety).
D. Makeup is prohibited for all youth functions.
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Mandatory Cuts:
Per OCYFL 2009 Cheer Rules, mandatory cuts can occur for the following reasons:
A. Cheerleader cannot fulfill registration requirements (see Registration section below).
B. Absences: 10 practices minimum are to made during the month of August.
From the start of the school year through the remaining portion of the regular season, the allowed absences are under the individual town’s discretion.
C. Cheerleader refuses to abide by league rules.
D. Once a cheerleader quits he/she may not return for that season, for any town in OCYFL.
Registration:
Each cheerleader shall furnish the following in order to be placed on a team.
A. Registration Form - signed by either parent/guardian.
B. Medical Release Form - signed by physician that the cheerleader is physically fit to participate . Must be dated no later than spring of current season.
C. Proof of Age - a copy of birth certificate.
D. Parents Code of Conduct - signed by either parent/guardian.
Stunt Safety:
There shall be no stunting without a Certified Head Coach being present. Please make sure your cheerleaders understand they are not to be stunting alone or with a parent.
A. No Pyramids shall be higher than 2 persons.
B. No tucks or flips shall be used when dismounting.
C. No seat, knee or body drops directly onto floor/ground.
D. Spotters are required when engaging in a partner stunt. Spotters are required for all stunts. Spotters must remain in position until the dismount is completed.
E. No stunting during rain or on muddy or uneven or rocky ground.
F. Front and back spotters are to be in every lift. Back spotters need to have full footage.
G. Stunts should be clean and perfected before moving on to next level.
H. Approved cheer shoes must be worn while participating in cheering..I.e..practices, games, pep rally, Cheerfest.
Approved stunts:
Mighty Mites: Thigh Stand or Pony Sit only.
Division 1: May go to a Prep. NO cradles unless approved by Cheer Director.
Division 2: May go to an Extension. Cradle from Prep only!
One footed stunts (liberty), basket tosses, twist downs must be approved by Cheer Director.
Division 3 : May go to an Extension. Cradle from Prep.
Cradles from extensions, Basket Tosses, Twist Downs, Liberties must be approved by Cheer Director.
ALL STUNTS MUST HAVE A BACK SPOT. PREPS & EXTENSIONS MUST HAVE A FRONT SPOT.
PRACTICES:
A. Pre-season practices shall not begin until August 1st.
B. At least 10 minutes of warm up exercise (to stretch & limber up) shall be included prior to practice, games and
competitions.
C. All practices must include 20 minutes of tumbling drills.
D. Practices shall not exceed the number of hours per week permitted for football practice.
a. No cheer team may schedule more than 10 hours per week during pre-season.
b. Once season begins, practices are limited to 6 hours per week.
c. No more than 2 hours of practice may be scheduled on any one day.
d. Water breaks must be given during practices.
E. No practice, stunting or participation at games shall be permitted without a Certified head coach.
F. At no time should a high school helper be left alone with the team. Coach must be present at all times.
G. Per OCYFL Cheer Rules, a minimum of 10 practices are to be made during the month of August. Failure to make the
minimum practices can result in sitting out of stunts and half time routines or a mandatory cut from team.
GAMES:
A. The home team will do the “Hello” cheer first.
B. A coach from each team will accompany the team during the “Hello” cheer.
C. Each team will cheer on their own side of the field.
D. Half time is comprised of a 15 minute break, to be shared by both cheer teams.
E. At half time, the visiting team will use the field first for their routine.
F. Each team’s performance should not exceed 2:45 minutes.
G. Each team will watch each other’s routine, cheer and support each other.
H. Remaining time is to be spend with coach regrouping for the next half of the game.
I. During an injury, all cheerleaders will stop while the player is being administered to.
J. No trips to concession stand or wondering the field during the game or half time & NO eating in uniform.
Cheerleaders must stay with team!
K. A cheerleader’s job is not only to cheer, it’s to observe the game, get involved and know where their team stands.
L. Rain or shine, all squads are to cheer at all games. If the football teams play, the cheerleaders support!
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COACHES:
A. All coaches must be approved by the board of directors each season. A coach’s Volunteer Form must be completed, approved, and filed with the Board of Directors prior to attending any practices or games.
B. Background checks must be done on all Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches and Team Parents prior to working
with the children.
C. The coaching staff is under the direction of the head coach who will assume responsibility for actions of any and
all assistant coaches and cheerleaders. Each team must have a certified head coach at all practices and games
to perform stunts.
D. Coaches are responsible for all cheers their team performs. No negative or inappropriate cheers.
E. Coaches are responsible for completing accident report forms for every injury that occurs
during practice or games, and notifying Cheer Director immediately.
F. If a team’s head coach cannot attend a game, than they are to notify the Cheer Director asap.
G. Football coaches/Cheer Director/Cheer Coach is to be notified if a change in schedule occurs.
H. No coaches or trainers may participate in any type of stunt.
CHEERLEADER‘S CODE OF CONDUCT:
A. Be respectful to one another, coaches and opposing team.
B. Follow league rules, town rules and team rules.
C. Positive attitude at all times.
D. When in uniform, remember you are representing your town.
E. Hand shake after all games with opposing team. POOR SPORTSMANSHIP WILL NOT BE TOLERATED!
F. Watch and applaud opposing teams “Hello” cheer and “Half Time” routine.
G. During National Anthem, cheerleaders are to stand at “cheer attention”.
COACH’S CODE OF CONDUCT:
A. No smoking allowed on school grounds, around players or at any league activity.
B . No criticizing in front of spectators.
C. Emphasize that good athletes strive to be good students.
D. Strive to make every cheering activity serve as a training ground for life and good mental and physical health.
E. Refrain from excessive sideline coaching.
F. Together with game officials, be responsible for the conduct & control of fans & spectators.
G. Abusive and profane language is prohibited.
H. Do not allow an ineligible cheerleader to cheer.
I. Coaches do not receive any monetary payment for coaching.
J. Do not allow unsportsmanlike behavior to occur.
K. Alcohol is prohibited on playing or practice fields or at any league activity.
L. Remove from the game or practice any player if you are in doubt about his/her health.
M. Coaches are expected to uphold all league rules and regulations.
.UNIFORMS
A. Uniforms (skirt, pants, vest), are the property of Warwick Valley Youth Football & Cheerleading.
B. They are only be worn to Games, Pep Rally, and Cheerfest.
C. Uniforms are to be washed after every game.
D. While wearing uniforms, Cheerleaders are only to drink clear water. They are to refrain from
eating while wearing uniform. Cheerleaders should eat prior to reporting for practice & games.*
BOTTOM LINE, NO EATING WHILE IN UNIFORM!
E. In a tailgate situation, uniforms are to be covered up with a tee shirt, sweatshirt, jacket, etc.
F. Cheerleader & their parent/guardian is responsible for any damage to the uniform. This rule is enforced.
G. Failure to return uniform in good condition at end of season (or immediately after leaving WVYFC) will result
In forfeiture of uniform bond.
FUNDRAISERS
There will be various fundraisers throughout the year. Everyone is encouraged to participate.
PARENTS
A. Coach should try and work out issues with parents and/or child.
B. Confrontations in front of the children is not allowed.
C. If problem cannot be resolved on team level, Cheer Director is to be contacted
* If cheerleader has a medical issue where they cannot go two hours without eating, a doctor’s note Must be submitted to Cheer Director to be kept on file.
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CHEERLEADING INFORMATION AND FAQ's
When and where are practices held?
The time and location of practices are set by the individual coaches. Practices start August 1st. Generally, younger squads (Mighty Mites and Division 1) will practice 2 - 3 times per week, for approximately an hour and a half. Division 2 and above will practice 3 - 4 times per week, for approximately 2 hours. During September and October, practice frequency and duration may be lessened.
Practices are usually held at Veteran's Memorial Field. Until you have met with your coach, there is no way to determine exactly when and where practices will be.
When are the games?
Games are played on the weekends during September and October. It is a nine week season; you will have 8 games and a bye week (week off). There are 4 home and 4 away games. Home games are played at Veterans Field. Away games are played at the home field of another Orange county team. The games can be either Saturday or Sunday. The younger teams generally play earlier in the day, with the older teams having games later in the day or Saturday nights. The schedule is generally posted in late August.
There is no way of knowing where or when games will be played until the schedule is generated by the OCYFL.
In the event a team makes the playoffs, the season may be extended 1-3 weeks.
Do we keep the uniforms/do we need to buy the uniforms?
Part of your uniform is purchased; the rest is on loan from the league. You will receive a vest, skirt and pants. These uniform pieces are the property of Warwick Valley Youth Football and Cheerleading, and must be returned in good condition at the end of the season. You will be required to post a $100.00 uniform bond, which will be refunded upon the return of your uniform.
You are required to purchase approximately $70.00 worth of uniform accessories: bodysuit, socks, hair bow, sneakers and briefs. These are required to complete the uniform and are yours to keep at the end of the season.
As the weather gets colder, the girls will want to wear something over their uniform. The only two authorized items would be the official cheer jacket, or official uniform hoodie, which can be ordered through the league. Anything else is considered out of uniform.
When do we get fitted for a uniform?
There will be a uniform fitting in the spring...generally sometime in May. At that time, your child will be fitted for her uniform and also the uniform accessories. Accessory pieces (bodysuit, brief, socks, and bows) will be ordered and paid for that night. Also, the mandatory uniform bond check of $75.00 is collected at that time.
All uniform pieces will be distributed in August.
How can I get a cheer jacket, or hoodie?
Game Jackets and hoodies are available for order at registration and uniform fittings.
Cheer clothing and merchandise will be available for purchase at registration.
Can my children cheer together/for their brother?
If your children are in the same division, they can be kept together on the same team or they can be paired with their brother's football team. We cannot move children to different divisions to keep them together! We must keep the age/grade requirements in place.
Can I request a specific team?
While every effort will be made to accommodate requests for coaches or carpooling, there is NO guarantee that these requests can be honored.
When is the cheerleading season?
The season begins on August 1st and continues through the second week of November. In November, we participate in Cheerfest. Cheerfest is a cheerleading exhibition for all the youth squads of Orange County. It is generally held the second weekend in November at OCCC.
When do I return the uniform?
There will be a uniform return date shortly after Cheerfest. At this time, you will return the skirt, pants and vest. They must be clean and in good condition, without alterations. They may not be permanently altered! If the uniform is returned in good condition, you will receive your bond check back. If repairs or cleaning is required, or there are pieces missing, you will forfeit all or part of your bond.
Does my child need a physical to cheer?
YES, your child needs to have proof of a current physical in order to begin practicing. Forms are available at registration. You must submit a form filled out by your pediatrician's office or a note from your pediatrician which includes their office stamp, date and signature prior to August 1st by mail or email. Without this documentation, your child cannot start practices.
What do I need to register?
You must have a copy of your child's birth certificate and a check to pay the registration fees. The fee for the 2008 season is $110.00 for the first child cheering. Each child after that is $100.00. There is no discount for a cheerleading and a football player. Registrations received after May 1st, 2008, will be subject to a $25.00 late fee.
Can I get my money back if I withdraw?
Yes, however, there is a $25.00 non-refundable filing fee. There are no refunds after July 1st. Registration closes on June 30th. Anyone wishing to register after July 1st will be placed on a waiting list.
When will I know who my coach is?
Coaches and teams cannot be assigned until after the football draft is completed and the teams and divisions have been approved by the OCYFL. You will be notified of your team assignment as soon as they are handed out; however, this is generally not done until late spring.
For more information email us at:
Warwick Youth Cheer
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