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OBJECTIVE
The objective
of LBPW Cheerleading is to familiarize young participants with the
fundamentals of cheerleading, and to provide them an opportunity to
participate in the sport of competitive cheerleading in an adult
supervised, organized and safety-oriented environment.
For answers to any questions about the cheer program, contact:
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Ronda Marlega, Vice President Cheer & Spirit |
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E-mail:
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COACHING OPPORTUNITIES
We have coaching positions open for all divisions. If you are
interested in coaching cheer, please contact Ronda Marlega.
ELIGIBILITY
Any child residing within the boundaries of Linn Benton Pop Warner
wishing to cheer is eligible to participate if they are at least 5 years
old and not older than 14 years old as of July 31, 2008 and not in high
school. LBPW offers cheer "mascots" for girls aged 5 and 6, which may be
assigned to any age level team. All other ages will be assigned to an
appropriate team based on age and ability.
TEAM PARTICIPATION
Cheerleaders will be assigned to a cheering team according to their age:
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DIVISION |
AGE* |
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Mascots |
5-6 |
Non-competitive |
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Mitey
Mites |
7-8 |
Non-competitive |
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Jr.
Pee Wee |
8-11 |
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Pee
Wee |
9-12 |
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Juniors |
7th
grade |
Squads in this division in Corvallis will cheer |
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Seniors |
8th
Grade |
at football games for
their school. |
* Age as of
July 31st
Pop Warner sets limits on the size of each team, depending on the number
of adult coaches. A large squad consists of 20-35 cheerleaders and
requires 3 adult coaches. A small squad consists of 19 or fewer
cheerleaders and requires 2 coaches. There are no tryouts. The Cheer
Athletic Director & Committee guidelines assign participants to teams on
a first-come, first-served basis, based on age, date of registration &
payment, experience needed to make a team complete (i.e., tumblers and
flyers), and prior head coach recommendations.
Participants may request to participate on a particular team, but LBPW
does not guarantee that the request will be granted. If your cheerleader
is returning and the Head Coach does not think your cheerleader is ready
to move up, you will be informed. If the squad is full, the participant
will be placed on a waiting list.
Team placements will be announced in mid-July. We cannot announce teams
prior to that time Once team placements are announced, there is
still potential for some additional changes related to late sign-ups or
drops. After August 1st, team placement will not change unless there is
an eligibility issue.
PRACTICE SCHEDULE AND TIME COMMITMENT
The 2008 season begins August 18. The regular season runs through the
end of October. Play off games end in mid November.
All Cheer participants will be required to attend a one day training
camp. After August 18, practices are held 2 days per week. Each practice
will be no more than 2 hours. In addition cheerleaders are expected to
cheer at the football games, which begin the week end before Labor Day
and are typically held on Saturday or Sunday
The
specific practice schedule will be determined based on facility
available and team placement. Generally, participants have been able to
manage participating in school activities held on an after school basis
simultaneous with Pop Warner, but it is difficult to make commitments to
other activities during the Pop Warner season.
ATTENDANCE
Due to the nature of the sport, a practice missed by one cheerleader has
a significant impact on the squad, particularly on that cheerleader’s
stunt team. As a result, practices may only be missed due to illness or,
if the head coach is notified in advance by a parent, due a compelling
personal reason.
Please make an effort to schedule your family vacations during June and
July. Though we allow some flexibility for pre-arranged vacations,
August is a critical month where skill sets are being evaluated and
positions determined.
COST
The registration fee for Mascots is $110 per cheerleader. Registration
for Mighty Mite through Senior is $210 per cheerleader. The registration
fee is due by June 1st. The registration fee covers uniform rental (both
game and competition), facilities rental, equipment (e.g. mats),
competition fees, patches, trophies, gifts, insurance, facilities
rental, conference dues, scholastic registration, first aid supplies,
administrative costs and miscellaneous supplies. A portion (or all) of
the registration fee may be earned back through a league sponsored
fundraiser, details of which will be described at a later date.
In addition, each cheerleader will be required to purchase a pair of
cheer shoes, every effort will be made locate an affordable shoe (under
$25). Details and ordering information will be available at
registration.
EQUIPMENT AND GEAR
Uniform fittings will be held during registrations. Registration fees
must be paid in full prior to ordering uniform.
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2008 CHEER SCHEDULE
August 19 (Tuesday); 5:30-8 p.m.; Oregon Elite Gym
Orientation and initial assessment and first practice, all cheerleaders
need to participate and parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.
August 20 (Wednesday); 10 a.m. -4 p.m.; Oregon Elite Gym
This is an optional Skills Camp. There is a $25 fee.
Attendance is not mandatory, but this would be a great opportunity for
some intense skill building.
August 21 (Thursday); 6-8 p.m.; Oregon Elite Gym
Practice session
August 23 (Saturday; 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.; Oregon Elite Gym
Practice session
August 26 (Tuesday); 6-8 p.m.; Oregon Elite Gym
Practice Session
August 28 (Thursday); 6-8 p.m.; Oregon Elite Gym
Practice session No practice over the
Labor Day Weekend
September 2 (Tuesday); 6-8 p.m.; Oregon Elite Gym
Practice session
Sept 4 (Thursday); Time and location TBD
Field practice
September 6 (Saturday); Time TBD; West Albany High School
PPK and picture day
After September 6 we will transition to individual squad practices
during the week - exact days and times TBD. Will still continue group
practices at the gym on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. throughout the
season.
Games will begin on Sunday, September 14. Schedules will be posted as
soon as they become available.
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