7/21/2014. GHSA State Cheerleading Coordinator:

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1 2014» Cheerleading Manuals, forms, scoring guides and rubrics may be downloaded from the following sites: GHSA Website All coaches should download a copy of the manuals that govern their program and study all details of the program. A copy should be maintained by all coaches and officials. GHSA State Cheerleading Coordinator: Pam Carter pcarters@aol.com» The National Federation of State High School Associations has led the development of education-based interscholastic sports and activities that help students succeed in their lives. Rules provide direction. Rules build awareness. Rules support activities. Rules improve activities. Rules establish a consistent standard. 1

2 » All provisions of this rules book shall be in effect for all spirit team activities and covers all cheerleading teams (spirit, competitive, support, etc.) Practices Games Sideline and Halftime Performances Competitions Exhibitions & Performances» The NFHS Spirit Rules Book may be ordered from the GHSA High School Association P.O. Box 271 Thomaston, GA ORDER YOUR RULES BOOK AND USE IT!» It is the professional integrity of our coaches that we need to rely on to make sure all rules are followed.» The Legal Duties of a Coach: Coaches should properly plan all activities. Coaches should be knowledgeable. Coaches should provide correct and proper instruction. Coaches should provide a safe physical environment and safe and appropriate equipment. Coaches should be conscious of each athlete s ability and skill level. Coaches should be able to evaluate injuries. Coaches should know basic first aid and CPR. Coaches should provide emergency assistance as needed. Coaches should supervise all activities closely. Coaches should warn athletes and parents of inherent risk General Spirit Rules Changes 2

3 » There are two parts of the NFHS Book that every coach should read prior to studying the rules and teaching stunts.» 1. The Points of Emphasis» 2. Comments on rules + These discuss and clarify coaching responsibilities and guides. The primary objective of all cheer programs is to minimize risk for all participants When following progressions coaches must remember that the ability of the team as a whole is key to the skill level they will be allowed to execute. Coaches have to prepare the team through a good conditioning program and appropriate training.» Review: Look closely at the definition of: 1. Cradle the top person should be caught below shoulder height and land in an open pike position. A cradle cannot land in a flat body position. 2. Downward Inversion A stunt or pyramid in which an inverted top person s center of gravity moves toward the performing surface. This will impact several rules. Remember that inverted is defined as shoulders below the waist. Extended Stunt/Position Any stunt in which the supporting hand(s) is/are above the head. Definitions impact the interpretation of a rule. Release Transition/Release Pyramid Transition a top person changes from one stunt to another (including a loading position) during a temporary loss of physical contact with his/her base.» Definitions: If you don t know what it is, how can you read or understand the rule? Before reading the rule check the definitionto make sure you are looking at the right rule! The definitions address items in the NFHS Spirit Rules Book only! Changes in 2013 included: Bracer Cradle Downward Inversion Extended Stunt / position Loading Position / Load Log Roll Release Transition / Release Pyramid Transition Suspended Roll / flip» New definitions to be aware of this season include:» Rule Changes Roll(Old Forward/Backward Roll): now hip over head Suspended Roll: Narrow definition Adds the terms upright base(s) or post(s) Tumbling: Narrows the definition Adds begins and ends on the performing surface» Rule New Foldover: Top person folds forward and is caught in a back pike position Lift: Dance term added to Stunt/Partner Stunts Definitions Remember definitions affect the way a rule is interpreted. Read and refer to as you interpret a rule. 3

4 KEY FACT TO KNOW: Remember that includes: Remember: Remember:» All provisions of the spirit rules book apply to all spirit team activities!» Practice» Performances» Games» Competitions Rules to Remember: Apparel/Accessories (NOTE: The following rules apply to all cheerleaders.) 2-3-1: Jewelry of any kind is prohibited except for the following: A religious medal without a chain is allowed and must be taped and worn under the uniform. A medical-alert medal must be taped and may be visible : Fingernails, including artificial nails, must be kept short, near the end of the fingers : The hair must be worn in a manner that is appropriate for the activity involved. Hair devices must be secure : Apparel and accessories must be appropriate for the activity involved : When standing at attention, apparel must cover the midriff. Rule 2-7-2: Basket Tosses, elevator tosses and similar multi-base tosses are permitted only on grass (real or artificial), a mat, or a rubberized track. **Also refer to rule to address twist during the release. Surface restrictions apply only on basket tosses other twist cradles are Ok on the basketball court. No tosses of any kind can be executed on the basketball court. RULE 2 Section One» General Rules that apply to all teams that include: Coaching Responsibility + Surfaces + Practices + Monitoring Cheerleading safety + Bleeding + Concussions + Injuries RULE 2 Section One» Section One: Basketball Rules: Tumbling and stunting during games (2-1-8) Warm-ups and safety (2-1-9) 30 second time outs (2-1-10) Artificial Noisemakers ( ) Free throw lane (2-1-12) Chewing gum (2-1-7) Spring boards/spring floors (2-1-6) NEW: Rule NEW: Rules 2-4-5, 6» Supports/Braces 1. Supports/braces that are unaltered from the manufacturer s design no longer need additional padding. 2. Unpadded or altered supports/braces may now be worn without additional padding provided that the participant is not involved in stunting. 3. Participants in plaster casts or walking boots cannot be involved in stunting. 4. Tumbling is no longer restricted while wearing braces/walking boots/cast.» SPOTTING If a stunt does not require a spotter, spotting rules do not apply. (Example: A stunt group executes a prep position while not participating in a pyramid or transitional stunt. The stunt is at a half position and is not extended. A spot is not required so the spotting rules would not apply.) 4

5 RULE 2 -Section Two RULE 2 Section Two RULE 2 Section Three RULE 2 Section Three» Covers participants, coaches, substitutes, trainers, community coaches, and other team attendants.» No unsporting acts!» Disrespect of officials Verbal Gestures» Profane Language Verbal Gestures Music» Baiting or taunting Any action meant to embarrass, ridicule, demean others.» Apparel/Accessories Jewelry of any kind is prohibited. Fingernails Hair and hair devices Apparel and Accessories appropriate Midriffs covered Hard, unyielding and braces covered» GHSA RULES: No glitter at all!» Deductions for: Untied shoes Improper uniforms Unsafe hair devices Loss of shoe, hair device, or hair piece Did you know! Jewelry» (2012 NFHS Rule) Jewelry of any kind is prohibited except for the following: A religious medal without a chain is allowed and must be taped or worn under the uniform. A medical-alert medal must be taped and may be visible. CLEAR all medical and religious medals with the Head Judge prior to competing. ADDITION TO THE RULE INTERPRETATION:» Partial list of items considered jewelry: Watches bracelets./necklaces Rings (in any location) post earrings covered with tape Fish line or spacers through a piercing A religious medal on a chain Hair ties on the wrist or ankles 5

6 » Issues to consider: 1. Can our team where rhinestones or sequins glued to their hair bow or uniform? No 2. Can a team wear rhinestones sewn into or woven into the material? NO 3. Can our team where glittery threads/material? YES, if the glitter is sewn into and/or a part of the original material. 4. Can a team member cover studs or earrings with tape? NO 5. Can a team wear glittery body lotion? NO (GHSA RULE) 6. Can a team member wear fish wire in the piercings while competing? NO NEW Addition to the rule in : Are Dermal Piercings considered legal? ANSWER: NO, they are illegal. Dermal Piercings were added to the situations for rule PLEASE REMEMBER: We ask you to stop and think: EXAMPLES OF DERMAL PIERCINGS! 6

7 Stunting Rules Changes for NEW: Rule 2-5-2e» 1. Spotters required for single base suspended roll that ends on the performing surface.» 2. New catchers must be in place and can t be involved in another skill/stunt when suspended roll is initiated. New: Rule 2-5-2f» 1. An inverted top person can now dismount to a cradle or an upright position on the performing surface. NEW: Rule 2-5-2a» 1. Upper body contact must now be sufficient to control/stabilize the position of the top person. (Also required in 2-5-2d)» 2. New Exception: Allows an inverted participant on the performing surface to be popped to a loading position below shoulder height.» 3. New Exception inverted release mount to load. NEW: Rule 2-5-2b» 1. Allows inverted top person to pass through (not start or pause/stop in) an extended position.» 2. New Exception: Foldovers that pass through extended position don t require upper body contact when the stunt is initiated. (Catchers must still reach upward to contact the top person s upper body as soon as possible.) NEW: Rule NEW: Rule 2-5-4» 1. Suspended Rolls are now in Article 2» 2. Adding or rolls covers situations in which a top person rotates without release by ground personnel.» Inverted top person can t hold anything in his/her hands. 7

8 » NEW LOG Rolls: 2-7-5» NEW - Dismounts to New Catchers Clarification is made that the top person cannot be in contact with another released top person. Clarifies that new catchers must be close to the bases and can t be involved in another stunt/skill when release is initiated.» NEW - Dismounts To Cradle: 2-9-8» New Tumbling Clarifies that 1 ¼ rotations are allowed, no matter which direction the flyer starts in. 1. Adds rebounding to restrictions. 2. Allows all non-aerial tumbling over a person or prop on the floor. 8

9 » Section 11 was deleted: (Old Section 12 is now Section 11) Articles 1 & 2 are included in other rules. Article 3 jump-twist-land no longer necessary.» Remember when coaching any cheerleading team: 2-1-5: Performance surfaces and areas must be suitable for spirit activities. (a) Surfaces and areas must be reasonably free from objects and/or impediments. (b) Stunts and tumbling must be modified to the surface and/or and in relation to other participants. (c) When discarding props that are made of hard material or have corners or sharp edges team members must gently toss or place the props. GHSA RULES TO KNOW Review for Spirit Cheerleading Reminders for a safe season! Keys to sportsmanship! Remember: Remember that Basketball Cheerleaders follow all of the same guidelines as competition and football cheerleaders. All NFHS and GHSA rules apply to all cheerleading activities, games, practices and performances.» As the coach you are responsible for: Determining if the team is ready to perform specific skills or stunts. Determining if the performing surface is appropriate for the performance of specific skills including jumps, tumbling, or stunts. Determining if there is space to execute specific skills including jumps, tumbling, or stunts. Determining if all circumstances allow for the performance. Consideration should be given to: The type of performing surface. The lighting. The weather. The space allowed for the activity. 9

10 » 2-1-7: Participants must not chew gum or have hard candy in their mouths during practice or performances.» 2-1-8: Participants must not stunt or tumble during a basketball or volleyball game when the ball is in play, including free throws in basketball and just prior to the serve in volleyball.» : Participants must remain outside the playing area during a 30 second or less time-out in a basketball game.» Apparel/Accessories Rules for all Cheerleading including basketball cheerleading 2-3-1: Jewelry of any kind is prohibited except for the following: A religious medal without a chain is allowed and must be taped and worn under the uniform. A medical-alert medal must be taped and may be visible : Fingernails, including artificial nails, must be kept short, near the end of the finger tips : The hair must be worn in a manner that is appropriate for the activity. Hair devices must be secure : Apparel and Accessories must be appropriate for the activity involved : When standing at attention, apparel must cover the midriff.» : Artificial noisemakers must be used at indoor athletic contest except during pregame or halftime performances. (Exception: Megaphones appropriately used by spirit participants on the sidelines, floor, or court, are permitted, if allowed by contest officials.) (As a Coach you may want to check with your Athletic Director and Basketball Coaches to clear the use of megaphones at any time during the game and the use of other artificial noisemakers prior to the game or at halftime. Basketball coaches want their players to be able to concentrate and to communicate!)» Sportsmanship A participant, coach, substitute, trainer or other attendant must not commit an unsporting act. (See Section Two of the NFHS Spirit Rules Book for further details.) Unsporting could acts include: + Disrespect of an official, + using profane language, + Inappropriate language, + Inappropriate music, motions, or dance + Inappropriate gestures + Baiting + Taunting 10

11 The Georgia High School Association wishes you a safe and successful cheerleading season! Please remember Three Great Guidelines to a successful program: 1. Use good common sense! 2. Understand the rules! Know the Rules! Follow the rules! 3. Demonstrate good sportsmanship! 11