Iccaihsaa strengthened national federation spirit rules. Website 201920 nfhs spirit rules power point north carolina. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 high school spirit rules. Cheerleading rules changes focus on safety, risk minimization. Spirit participants shall stand outside the freethrow lane lines extended toward the sidelines throughout a basketball game. Ndianapolis, in april 3, 2019 rules related to minimizing risk of injury to dance and cheer team members are among 29 rules revisions for the 201920 high school spirit season. Ndhsaa requires a head cheer coach from each school, safety certified and noncertified, to attend an ndhsaa rules meeting every year.
The book can be ordered annually on the mshsl supplies order form. There shall be a cheerleading coach in attendance and directly responsible for. We set directions for the future by building awareness and. National federation of state high school associations. We have cleared these videos with the nfhs rules committee chair. Below are some helpful hints for using the national federation spirit rules book to find information more easily. All cheerleading coaches should have a national federation spirit book in hand. Hall of fame high school today publications state association listing. The primary function of high school cheerleading is to support athletic teams. All national federation of state high schools nfhs uniform rules apply. Its also the perfect time for school cheerleading coaches and administrators to order their copies of the national federation of state high school associations 20142015 spirit rules book which has just been released. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules. Usa cheer recommends that elementary, junior high and middle school cheerleaders follow the nfhs spirit rules with the additional restriction below.
The 1980s saw the beginning of modern cheerleading, adding difficult stunt sequences and gymnastics into routines. Seven former standout athletes headline 2020 class of national high. Beginning summer, 2016, the national federation spirit rules book will be available online. Feb 15, 2011 national federation spirit rules changes focus on performing surfaces. Cheer safe published nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015, including the link to order the book its also the perfect time for school cheerleading coaches and administrators to order their copies of the national federation of state high school associations 20142015 spirit rules book which has just been released. National federation announces new spirit rules north. The nfhs spirit rules are produced by the national federation of state high school associations, and are written with high school cheerleading in mind. Stunt has potential to transform cheerleading culture. Rule presentation nfhs spirit rules book reorganization.
The purpose of cheerleading is to foster school spirit, encourage good sportsmanship, and to assist in the maintenance of crowd control. In addition, the gcca will act as a unifying voice for coaches across the state to advance the sport of cheerleading in working with the ghsa. The ncasb cheerleading rules listed on the website shall be considered an addendum to the national federation spirit book. The arizona interscholastic association is the governing body for spiritlines. Rule 1 definitions for both cheer and dancedrillpom. Spirit rules book for rules that apply to basketball and football cheerleading. Usa cheer and the national federation of state high school associations nfhs have reached an agreement to publish one set of rules for high school cheerleading the 202021 season under the nfhs rule book. Indianapolis high school spirit rules changes for the 202021 school year remain centered on increasing safety for cheerleading and dance teams across the country this year, minimizing injury risk for stunting personnel and during inversions and releases were among the 16 rules changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. The nfhs spirit rules book, updated annually, is a valuable resource for high school coaches because the nfhs spirit rules committee uses epidemiologic data to inform evidencebased decisionmaking regarding rules to make participation safer.
Indianapolis, in april 3, 2019 rules related to minimizing risk of injury to dance and cheer team members are among 29 rules revisions for the 201920 high school spirit season. Violations of any rules in the current national federation spirit rules book will result in a deduction from. The rules changes were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee at its. Rules access overview of the cheer rules age grid divisions categories 20192020 divisions ruleage grid change discussions for 20202021 season competition tools routine interruption. Junior highmiddle schools still follow all of the high school rules, with the additional. In the past, rules violations have either not been reported or. Safety rules apply to all cheer teams at all times. The nfhs 20092010 spirit rules book 4 is available from the nfhs. This page serves as the new cheer rules videos page formerly hosted at. Insure adherence to the shelby county code of conduct and attendance, shelby county cheerleader constitution, national federation of state high school associations spirit rules book, and local school student handbook. Cheerleading rules select your level for more information. As a vital part of the extra curricular offerings for the member schools, this activity plays an important role in the lives of many students. In order for a cheer group to participate in riil sponsored activities, the school must be a member of the riil and the cheer group must follow all national federation high school spirit rules and any special rulings adopted by the committee. All specifics in each rule andor exception must be followed in order to be legal.
You can also order the rules book directly from the national federation. Violation of the safety guidelines during the state competition will result in penalty point deductions. National governing body for sport cheering in the united states. Cheer safe published nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015, including the link to order the book. In 2009, the nfhs coach education program introduced the first of two online education courses designed for spirit coaches. Indianapolis the new high school spirit rules changes approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee at its january meeting minimize the risk potential created by certain performance surfaces, props or stunts. The rules set forth in the current national federation spirit rules book must be followed regardless of the. High school associations 20162017 nfhs spirit rules. Rules the national federation spirit rules book shall be the official rules for practice, sideline, performing, or competitive participation. Cheerleading area directors and head coaches must follow the national federation high school spirit rules book and american association of cheerleading. National federation of state high school associations spirit.
Below are the 2012 rules changes as approved by the nfhs board of directors. Spirit rules iowa cheerleading coaches association. All coaches should be familiar with the nfhs rules book, should read it, and should always have it available for a reference. All safety rules in vermont follow the national federation 20192020 spirit rules book. A prolific author, she has written on spirit raising and leadership, sportsmanship, fundraising, and coach training. The national federation spirit rule book and the high school league competitive cheerleading manual will be used for all high school league competitions. School spirit teams are also subject to pertinent rules of the aaa handbook and the aaa sportsmanship manual. Jul 11, 2014 cheer safe published nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015, including the link to order the book. The ghsa spirit manual and competition manuals may be found online. Many coaches have referred to her first book, the spirit book, as the cheerleading bible. This section lists unsporting acts and the use of substances while representing the school. Nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015 spirit company. In addition, the gcca will act as a unifying voice for coaches across the state to advance the sport of cheerleading in. A cheerleading director shall be elected by the ncasb cheer.
Indianapolis, in march 20, 2018 ten rules revisions in cheer and dance which focus on minimizing risk to participants, along with 10 changes in the definitions section, are among the high school spirit rules changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee at its march 24 meeting in indianapolis. Training will emphasize safety, technical skills, and sportsmanship as discussed and emphasized in the national federation spirit rules book and ghsa publications. Using the national federation spirit rules book iowa. National spirit coach of the year 201718 201920 rules changes approved in high school spirit. The rules book, which can be ordered online, outlines the new cheerleading rules for 2014, addressing everything from. Indianapolis high school spirit rules changes for the 202021 school year remain centered on increasing safety for cheerleading and dance teams across the country this year, minimizing injury risk for stunting personnel and during inversions and releases were among the 16 rules changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee. The coaching and cheer guidelines in this manual do not intend to take the place. Rules and regulations of the riil shall be applicable to all cheer groups. Cheerleading injuries in united states high schools. Nfhs response to aap statement on cheerleading injuries.
Its purpose, instead, is to draw attention to and emphasize those rules that are most often violated in georgia, as well as to educate cheer coaches concerning rules that the ghsa has enacted beyond the national federation spirit rules book. Date description may 5 deadline to request a regular season sanctioned eventtournament. Nebraska, rhode island students selected as recipients of spirit of. Nfhs cheerleading high school spirit rules revisions focus. Since 1920, the national federation of state high school associations has led the development of educationbased interscholastic sports and activities that help students succeed in their lives. Georgia high school association competition cheerleading guide.
National federation of state high school associations mission the national federation of state high school 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. The rules changes were recommended by the national federation of. Georgia high school association competition cheerleading. Welcome to the 201617 nfhs spirit online rules presentation.
The national federation spirit rules book will be used for all georgia high school association cheerleading competitions sanctioned events and may be purchased through the ghsa. Cheerleading area directors andor one head coaches shall complete the safety certification. Mar 23, 2005 a prolific author, she has written on spirit raising and leadership, sportsmanship, fundraising, and coach training. Junior highmiddle schools still follow all of the high school rules, with the additional restriction on basketelevator. The united states all star federation usasf was formed in 2003 by the competition companies to act as the national governing body for all star cheerleading and to create a standard set of rules and judging criteria to be followed by all competitions sanctioned by the federation. Nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015 cheersafe. Spirit cheerleading rules changes focus on increasing creativity posted april 2nd, 20 indianapolis, in april 2, 20 allowing for more creative routines by high school spirit participants was one of the main factors behind the 15 rule changes made by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee. Those guidelines became the basis for the nfhs spirit rules book, which was first published in 1992. She also has supervised production of books and videos on safety rules for the national federation of state high school associations. The high school league strongly recommends that all competitive cheer coaches take the american association of cheerleading coaches and advisors safety certification course. The rules set forth in the current national federation spirit rules book must be followed regardless of the capacity in which the cheerleading. Espn first broadcast the national high school cheerleading competition nationwide in 1983. All pom pons, cheerleading and drill team groups must follow the rules published in the national federation spirit rules book for both noncompetitive performances and competition. This insures the cheer coach is familiar with the nf spirit rules as well as north dakotaspecific rules.
Allstar teams, or those not affiliated with a school, popped up, and eventually led to the creation of the united states allstar federation usasf. The national federation spirit rules book shall be the official rules for practice, sideline, performing, or competitive participation. Spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing risk in cheer, dance. The rules changes were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee at its march 24 meeting and. Collegiate coaches should have a copy of the aacca cheerleading safety manual 5 and be familiar with its contents. A copy of this manual and the spirit rules book should be provided to each cheerleading coach. National federation spirit rules book or the ghsa constitution and bylaws. Refer to the index in the back of the book to find the exact rule references. National federation spirit rules changes focus on performing surfaces. Coaching cheerleading successfully 2nd edition coaching. Article 16 cheer rules and regulations rhode island. State spirit competition guidelines cheer guidelines. Spirit participants shall remain outside of the playing area during a 30second or less timeout during a basketball game. Nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015 spirit.
Cheerleading injuries and safety national center for. Cheer and spirit specific rules will be followed as presented in the national federation spirit rules book. The national federation of state high school associations is the body that writes the rules for high school spirit teams. Please be aware that all rule references are for the 2012 rule book unless otherwise noted. High school spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing.
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