Author: Spirit Company

Competition season is upon us. Are you competition ready? Join Regional Directors Glenda Broderick and Robin Galik as they walk you through the steps to ensure you are prepared for your 2019-2020 events and fully understand compliance, eligibility, rostering, and more!

SELECT THE TIME THAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU

October 16, 2019 at 12:00pm EDT
October 16, 2019 at 9:00pm EDT

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Can’t join us at the times listed? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording.

Be sure to check The Connection for a posting of the webinar and further discussion.

Tags Coaches, Competitions, Owners, USASF

Announcements News

USASF: Scoring for Senior Divisions at The Dance Worlds 2020

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date October 14, 2019

Learn about the USASF Dance Score Sheet for the Senior Divisions at The Dance Worlds used by Worlds judges by watching the NEW Scoring Webinar, hosted by the Worlds Senior Panel Directors.

To learn about the Rules, Divisions, and Scoring System for the Open & Junior divisions, visit iasfworlds.com.

Tags Dance, Dance Worlds, Scoring, Worlds 2020

In Review News

In Review – September 2019

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date October 1, 2019

September has come and gone, bringing back school and football. Here’s some of the news that came along with it.

Squad Goals | Cheerleader with Down Syndrome is the Inspiration, Heart and Soul of the Cheer Squad via WFMY.
Cowboys Settle Cheerleader Pay Dispute, Entire Squad Gets Pay Boost via WFAA.
Cheerleader Movies Are Big Business for Lifetime via Glamour.
Youth/Rec Coach Membership Available via USA Cheer.
Houston Cheerleader Updates Her Status After Dangerous Fall On Friday via The Spun.
Youth/Rec Coach Membership Available via USA Cheer.
Local Cheerleading Squad on Probation for ‘Political Message’ at Game via WSOC.
ParaCheer Helps Wheelchair User ‘Love Dance Again’ via BBC.
Guy Cheerleaders Back on Sidelines for Huskers via 1011 Now.
USA Cheer Names Nicole Nichols to US National Team Coaching Staff via USA Cheer.

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USASF: 2020 Worlds Cup Race

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date September 16, 2019

All Level 6 and 7 teams entering one or more of the following USASF Sanctioned Events will receive points based on the size of their division and placement rankings. At the end of the season, the Level 6 and/or Level 7 teams with the highest point totals will win 3 Paid Bids and 3 At Large Bids to The Cheerleading Worlds, 2020.

Tags Bids, Cheer Bids, Cheer Worlds, USASF, Worlds, Worlds 2020

In Review News

In Review – August 2019

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date September 1, 2019

Summer is ending. It’s not cheerleading or dance specific, but ESPN published Study: On Average Child Quits Sports at Age 11.

I Made $3,400 As An NFL Cheerleader — & Spent It ALL On Looking The Part via MSN.
Cheerleader With Down Syndrome Makes All-American Team via CBS Local.
20 Unsettling Rules Professional Cheerleaders Must Follow via The Things.
Kids Aren’t Playing Enough Sports. The Culprit? Cost via ESPN.
It’s a Sport and They are Athletes – Get Over It via Opelika Observer.
USA Cheer Appoints New Director of College STUNT via USA Cheer.
2019 University of Kentucky Cheer Coed Stunting Clinic via UK Athletics.

Tags CBS, Down Syndrome, ESPN, MSN, NFL, Opelika Observer, Stunt, The Things, USA Cheer

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USA Cheer College Rules Released

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date August 28, 2019

The 2019-20 USA Cheer College Cheerleading Rules have been posted at USA Cheer.

The college rules process uses an “odd year/even year” rotation between addressing major and minor changes. 2019-20 is a “minor changes” year, with the addition of a sign rule in which top person and middle layers may not release hard signs to the ground.

In addition, the performing surface rules and basket toss rules have been slightly reworded for clarity without changing the implementation of the existing rules.

Tags 2019-2020, College, Rules, USA Cheer

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USA Cheer: High School Rules Updates

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date August 28, 2019

The 2019-20 high school rules were published to the USA Cheer site on May 1 and are available here.

An update has been made to the new rule regarding signs for high school teams and younger. Bases are not allowed to hold props that are made of hard material or have sharp corners or edges. Stunts and pyramids that use these types of signs should choreograph them so that the top person comes down with the sign legally or hands them to a person on the ground who is allowed to hold signs.

The NFHS has released their current “Comments on the Rules“, which include this change as well.

Tags 2019-2020, High School, NFHS, Rules, USA Cheer

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USA Cheer: Fall Safety Update!

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date August 28, 2019

One of USA Cheer’s primary objectives is to “promote safety and safety education for cheer in the United States.” It is a responsibility that is central to everything we do, including growing cheer participation and representing the USA in cheerleading internationally.

This safety update includes information on updated high school rules and the new rules course, as well as the recently released college rules.

Thanks to the combination of appropriate safety rules, ongoing safety education, and increased safety awareness by all, cheerleading has been ranked among the lowest risk high school sports for ten years!

We are excited to provide this safety update to our members, partner organizations, and friends!

Jim Lord, Director of Education and Programming

Tags Safety, USA Cheer

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USASF: Announcement Regarding Worlds 2020

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date August 27, 2019

From the U.S. All Star Federation and the International All Star Federation regarding The Cheerleading and Dance World Championship

The Road to Worlds is an exciting one for All Star teams around the globe, and we share in the excitement and anticipation each year! The growth and momentum of All Star brings together incredible athleticism, artistry and talent at The Worlds annually. We’re looking forward to 2020.

Circumstances outside of our control have necessitated a slight adjustment of the dates of The Cheerleading and Dance Worlds for 2020. Worlds will take place on April 24, 25 and 26. The location remains at Walt Disney World® in Orlando, FL.

If you have questions, please contact:

U.S. Event Producers and Teams, please contact the USASF
Non-U.S. Event Producers and Teams, please contact the IASF

The Cheerleading and Dance Worlds 2020 Date Change FAQ

Why is there a date change for The Cheerleading and Dance Worlds?

The International Cheer Union is slightly changing their event date due to a scheduling conflict with important international meetings. That change is causing the USASF and IASF to slightly change their event date for The Cheerleading and Dance Worlds to avoid event overlap at Walt Disney World®.

What are the dates of the ICU World Championships?

To avoid a scheduling conflict with important international meetings, the 2020 ICU Worlds Championships will change their event date to April 27, 28 and 29.

Will this be the schedule for the following year?

At this time, we are only aware that it is a one-time change to the schedule.

Tags Cheer Worlds, Dance Worlds, Dates, USASF, Worlds, Worlds 2020

In Review News

In Review – July 2019

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date August 1, 2019

Summer news is a little slow.The IASF posted a comparison of the USASF and IASF rules.

Florida’s Famous Cheerleader, Mr. Two Bits, Dies via ESPN.
‘Black Girls Cheer’ Documentary, Coming to Chicago, Looks at Joy, Power of All-Black Cheer Squads via Chicago Tribune.
Varsity Spirit Expands Its Band Division With Two Significant Acquisitions via Yahoo!.
Students Lament Death of El Paso Cheerleading Coach Who Died in Vehicle Crash via KFOX14.

Tags Acquisition, Black Girls Cheer, Chicago Tribune, Death, Documentary, ESPN, Fox, KFOX14, University of Florida, Varsity Spirit, Yahoo!

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USASF: Learn the Cheer Rules Through the Eyes of the Experts!

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date July 17, 2019

Dear USASF Program Owners and Coaches,

Join Ali Stangle, Dana Fielding and special guests including Kenny Feeley at the USASF National Meeting as they bring the Cheer Rules to life through video and live stunt demonstrations. This is an in-depth workshop where you learn the nuances of the rules while gaining a real understanding in a fun, interactive environment.

This workshop will explain the intent behind the rules and how to prepare your athletes with skills focused on safety through level rule progressions. The workshop is for ALL experience levels and includes a working lunch!

Register for the National Meeting, select the Cheer Rules Workshop track and unlock your coaching potential! Click here for a preview.

National Meeting Registration

Tags Ali Stangle, Cheer Rules, Dana Fielding, Kenny Feeley, National Meeting, Rules, USASF

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USASF: June Disciplinary Report

Post author By Spirit Company
Post date July 11, 2019

The USASF Disciplinary Committee has posted its report of member non-compliance concerns that were addressed last month. Reports will be posted each month, so check back regularly.

Tags Disciplinary Report, USASF