Keep uptodate with changes in rules with rules bulletins. Nfhs archives usa cheer cheerleading rules for coaches. Website 201920 nfhs spirit rules power point north carolina. Usa cheer aacca spirit safety certification by on september 24, 2019 spirit. Rule 4 dancedrillpom 20172018 nfhs spirit rules changes. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 spirit rules changes.
All rules questions should be directed to your state association or event producer for a final answer. Welcome to the nfhs central hub dedicated entirely to members of the nfhs officials association. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Setting the safety standards supervision, certified coach, injury reports, emergency plans, communication, trainer, hair, jewelry, etc. Rule 3 contains apparel requirements and performance safety rules that apply only to cheerleading. This language is aligned with other nfhs rule books. All information pertaining to cheerleading should be found in this section of the handbook. During play, only 12 cheerleaders may be cheering on the sidelineend line at one time provided the space can safely. Coaching cheer and dance is an online course that provides new and experienced coaches valuable information about coaching spirit groups.
Rule 233 requires hair devices to be secure and hair to be worn in a manner that is appropriate for the activity involved. Through its 50 member state associations and the district of columbia, the nfhs reaches more than 19,500 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. Cheerleading north carolina high school athletic association. Keep in mind that the final interpretation for any rules question is the individual state association. The nfhs is committed to using this site to deliver the most current online resources available to assist you in your season and your career. Ghsa competition cheerleading guide section 1 general information 11 p a g e general dates and region information the national federation spirit rules book will be used for all georgia high school association cheerleading competitions sanctioned events and may be.
To view bulletins please select a sport from the menu below. Rule 2 contains general information and safety rules that apply to all spirit groups. Revised language to match basketball rules book on cheer squad location during basketball games. The rule states that bases may not hold signs or other objects while supporting an extended stunt, which allows them to focus on providing stability for those at the top of the stunt. Spirit rules committee clarifies uses of assisted stunts. National federation of state high school associations. Stunting personnel safety was addressed in rule 321c, a new addition to the nfhs spirit rules book. If a school or recreational team is found to be in violation of this rule, the team will receive a 1.
Nfhs rule 212 all students participating on a cheer team must be eligible, including students dressed as mascots who entertain the crowd. Every year each coach should print a new copy of the osaa handbook as well as the osaa cheerleading handbook. Were trying to create a safer environment for activities to occur in cheer and dance and make the rules book as clear as possible, said james. Rule change pitching rules 611 penalty, exception 2 as before under the rules, if the batter does not reach first base safely or any base runner fails to advance at least one base, the coach of the team at bat shall have. Aacca releases cheerleading rules for high school and. Spirit participants shall stand outside the freethrow lane lines extended toward the sidelines throughout a basketball game. In addition to the nfhs rule book high school cheerleading teams must adhere to the rules set forth by the osaa. The referees decisions are final in all matters pertaining to the game.
Aacca spirit safety certification course in partnership with the nfhs. Religious head covering, wrap, or other required religious garments that are not dangerous or likely to come off during participation are not a risk. To view videos, use the search or select a specific rule. All practice sessions should be supervised by the coach and held in a location suitable for the activities of cheerleaders i.
We use videos submitted to us and other sources in an educational manner. Spirit participants shall remain outside of the playing area during a 30second or less timeout during a basketball game. Both rule books should be followed together at all times. Rule 3 cheer 19 rule 3, section 2 stunting personnel 3. High school cheer programs are governed by their state associations, just like football, volleyball and other sports and follow the nfhs spirit rules. Nfhs to halt printing of spring sports rules publications.
Nfhs cheerleading rules changes approved in high school. If a coach explains that these are rules that have been set by the nfhs and kshsaa to prevent injury, perhaps cheerleaders and dancers will realize the safety concerns. The definition section is in alphabetical order with no. Using the national federation spirit rules book iowa cheer. We have moved the page here to usa cheer in order to provide a better service to state associations, coaches, and rules interpreters. 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. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 high school spirit rules changes risk minimization. Cheerleading is an activity that comes under the jurisdiction of the north carolina high school athletic association in two areas eligibility and safety guidelines. The american association of cheerleading coaches and administrators aacca has announced stricter new safety rules and introduced the first set of cheerleading rules developed specifically for elementary, middle and junior high school squads with the goal in mind to minimize the risk of cheerleadingrelated injuries more than ever. Videos will play with audio automatically, so you may want to mute your device. Bulletinnfhs rules book choreographers need the rule book. The rules book, which can be ordered online, outlines the new cheerleading rules for 2014, addressing everything from transitions to partner stunts and dismounts. Searchable highlight areas of interest make notes easy navigation adjustable viewing size.
Participants are not permitted to chew gum or have candy in their mouths during practice or performance. Georgia high school association competition cheerleading. Cheerleading squads should be placed under the direction of a qualified and knowledgeable coach. Stunt has potential to transform cheerleading culture. Competition area nca competitions comply with the nfhs and aacca surface ruling that schoolbased programs may not compete on a spring. This section deals with general rule information such as coachs responsibility if a team member is not following the nfhs rules, spirit team participation. The nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level. Cheerleading rules changes focus on safety, risk minimization. These leagues are required to strictly abide by ayc rules and regulations and age divisions as outlined in the official american youth cheerleading rulebook. Ayc follows the national federation of high school association nfhs rule book and the additional supplement ayc rule book.
High school spirit rules changes for the 202021 school year remain centered on increasing safety for cheerleading and dance teams across the country. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Coaches can browse through featured videos of stunts and read aacca and nfhs safety interpretations. Rules videos this page serves as the new cheer rules videos page formerly hosted at cheerrules. This spirit safety certification course, brought to you by the nfhs and usa cheer formerly the american association of cheerleading coaches and administrators aacca provides information and strategies to help you evaluate your current safety program, with.
Specifically this means that children are prohibited from serving as mascots cheering with or standing with the cheer team. Nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015 cheersafe. Nfhs cheerleading risk minimization remains theme of. Members of a cheer squad involved in stunting, including bases, fliers and spotters, shall wear their hair away from the face and off the shoulders. The revision to rule 25 that was adopted last year allowed squads to be more creative in stunt design while still maintaining the focus on risk minimization, said kent summers, nfhs director of performing arts and sports and liaison to the spirit rules committee. If a feather is not securely affixed or could interfere with the participants vision or the safe.
The definitions were added to clarify language used in the updated spirit rules book. Spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing risk in cheer, dance. Read and become familiar with the nfhs spirit rules book understand the nfhs and applicable idaho rules educate studentathletes about rules and rule changes require studentathletes to follow applicable rules advocate and model good sportsmanship. National spirit coach of the year 201718 201920 rules changes approved in high school spirit.
Contains the official rules and case plays for spirit and a. Rule 254 now allows for more creativity in landings for braced flips. Cheerleading safety regulations and cheeleader safety cheersafe. Adds definitions for braced flip, braced inversion, braced roll, prep level and swing roll down teddy bear roll down. Rule 1 contains definitions of terms that are used throughout the rules book. Spirit rules changes 201718 by nfhs on july 21, 2017 spirit. Deletes definitions for downward inversion, front drop, kneeseatthigh drop, split drop, sponge and swan dive. Rule 1 definitions all spirit groups rule 2 general risk management all spirit groups rule 3 cheerleading risk management cheerleading only. Rule 1 definitions all spirit groups rule 2 general risk management all spirit. Videos will appear at the article level, such as 3. The referee has authority to rule promptly, and in the spirit of good sportsmanship, on any situation not specifically covered in the rules.
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