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USASF Increases Gym Owner Representation on Board of Directors

USASF LogoThe USASF Board of Directors is pleased to announce a significant step for gym owner representation in the leadership of the USASF by raising the total gym owners on the Board of Directors from 4 to 6.

The role of the USASF Board of Directors is to insure that the mission of the USASF is accomplished by the work done within the 11 Cheer and 3 Dance Committees, made up of coaches, gym owners and event producers. Two key committees are the National Advisory Board (NAB) and the National Allstar Cheerleading Coaches Congress (NACCC). The NAB is composed of regionally elected representatives, drawn from the Regional Advisory Boards, and oversees Image, Appearance and Ethical issues. The NACCC Executive Committee was established in 2011, electing regional representatives for coaches to give input in the Rules process.

In October, Varsity designated its event producer seat held by Lance Wagers of ACA to become a gym owner seat recommended by the NACCC. In accordance with the USASF by-laws, and with input from gym owners, coaches and event producers, the Board designated another seat to be filled by a gym owner. Finally, the term for the gym owner seat held by Jody Melton, co-owner of Cheer Athletics, expired as of November, so another gym owner was elected to take his place.

As the USASF has grown, it has taken great strides to include and increase the voice of coaches and gym owners in the organization. Of significance was the merger with NACCC in 2005, creating the official coaches organization within the USASF. At that time, 4 seats were added to the USASF Board of Directors designated for gym owners/coaches. Now, two more gym owner seats have been added.

Please help us congratulate the following gym owners who were unanimously elected to the USASF Board of Directors on November 5th, 2012.

  • Kathy Penree, CNY Storm, Herkimer, NY (2 year term)
  • Kristen Rosario, Top Gun All Stars, Miami, FL (2 year term)
  • Morton Bergue, Cheergyms.com, Concord, CA (1 year term)

To view the full list of Board of Directors members, click here.

2012 USASF Regional Meetings

The USASF has 6 Regional Meetings for attendees to choose from. We are happy to announce the General Schedule to give you an overview of what will take place at each location. Exact topics and speakers will vary by location, however your Regional Director will be happy to assist you with your meeting specifics questions.

USASF LogoCredentialing

Credentialing will be offered at each meeting location. If you or members of your staff have credentials that have already expired or expire during the 2012-2013 season a Regional Meeting is your best opportunity to get it done!

Cheer &  Dance Safety Judge Training and Rules Course

Cheer &  Dance Safety Judge Training and Rules Course will be offered at each location. Judging candidates may register to attend the safety judge training only or are welcome to join us for the Regional Meeting. You must register for the events you want to attend. Coaches are invited (and encouraged) to attend the safety judge training course to audit the Rules Course to gain a better understanding of the rules in cheer and/or dance. There is an additional fee for the cheer rules course (refer to the General Schedule link above for registration fees and deadlines).

All registrations will be done ONLINE.

At our 2012 Regional Meetings, we will have renowned choreographers presenting master classes in Hip Hop and featured speakers for both our Cheer and Dance attendees. We are excited to introduce to you, the featured cheer speakers (listed below) who will be at each of our 6 Regional Meetings. Each one brings a wealth of knowledge to the meeting and is looking forward to sharing information with you as they teach several classes.

Mid-Atlantic Meeting

  • Baltimore, MD
  • July 13-15
  • Featured Speakers – Jeff & Diana Miller, Pro Spirit

Northeast Meeting

  • Hartford, CT
  • July 20-22
  • Featured Speaker – Craig El, Ultimate Athletics

Southeast Meeting

  • Atlanta, GA
  • July 27-29
  • Featured Speaker – Tannaz Emamjomeh, California All Stars

Midwest Meeting

  • Chicago, IL
  • August 3-5
  • Featured Speaker – Orson Sykes, Twist & Shout

West Meeting

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • August 10-12
  • Featured Speaker – Kristen Rosario, Top Gun All Stars

Southwest Meeting

  • Dallas, TX
  • August 17-19
  • Featured Speaker – Happy Hooper, ACE Cheer Company