Team Cheer Division Registration

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1 Team Cheer Division Registration Competition: TTCF National 'Cheer Xplosion' TTCF End Of Year 'So You Think You Can Cheer' Year: Entry Level: Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Team/ Club/ School Name: Team/Club/School Address: Contact Person: Address: Contact Number: Payment Summary Coach Team Manager Total Number of Competing Athletes: ( Females Males) Teams 15 & Under Competition Fee: $ (Teams in excess of 15 members - $30 per additional member) No. of Additional Members: x $30.00 = Total No. of Registered Athletes Total $ Total Entry Payment Paid $ Cheques are to be made Payable to Trinidad and Tobago Cheer Federation (Bank Drafts or Managers Cheques only. No personal cheques would be accepted) Direct Deposits Account Name: Trinidad and Tobago Cheer Federation Republic Bank Account Number: (If this method is used receipts must be presented along with registration documents to confirm and complete registration) (CASH NOT ACCEPTED) Team Admin Signature Submission Date Team Manager /Coaches/ Team Assistant names for entry with team (limit - 4 persons)

2 Athlete Competition Registration Form Name: Age: Date of Birth: Gender: M / F Permanent Address: Home Phone: ( ) - Cell Phone: ( ) - Address: Alt Parent/Guardian Names: Parent/Guardian Ph #: ( ) - Parent/Guardian Address: Emergency Contact: Competing Team: Waiver I, have completed the above information and declare it to be true and accurate. Cheerleading is reasonably safe as long as participants follow certain guidelines. However, there is the inherent risk of injury as in any athletic related activity. Cheerleading is an anaerobic/aerobic activity that includes jumping, stunting, motions, dancing, and tumbling. Any injuries incurred must be reported prior commencement of any performance to the respective Head Coaches. TTCF ensures that safety is a main priority at all our competitions. I/we understand that participation at this Competition is at my own risk. I/We agree to, and by signing this application, release the sponsors, volunteers and staff of TTCF from any liability, injury, accident or illness which may occur as a result of my participation in this Competition. Participant s Signature Date Parent/Guardian Signature if participant is under the age of 18 Date

3 Team Roster Gym/Team Name Area Please list the names of all participants that are performing on the floor at TTCF Cheerleading Championships. Athlete and/or team crossovers are allowed. TEAM CHEER INFORMATION All Girl - Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Coed - Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 I declare that all members listed below are competitors: Please print or type the names so they are legible. It must be the name that is printed on their Official Identification. (NO NICKNAMES) Participant s Name Participant s Name ALTERNATES ATTENDING

4 * Review all Rules & Guidelines * Coach Declaration I,, as head coach of have read and understood the following entry requirements. 1. All athletes, teams, coaches, parents and spectators agree to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner at all TTCF events and display positive attitudes and good sportsmanship at all times. An infringement of this 'conduct and sportsmanlike' section can result in the team being barred from participating in TTCF future competition. 2. All teams that entered into a TTCF event will be filmed via event photographers/ videographers. TTCF reserves the right to use this footage for promotional purposes. 3. Photography and videoing by spectators is not permitted at TTCF events unless advised otherwise and persons in violation of this rule will be asked to leave the venue. 4. Entries will not be processed with incomplete forms, without accompanying payment, nor will they be accepted after the due dates. Teams will not be permitted to compete unless all payments are finalized prior to an event occurring % will be refunded for cancellations six (6) weeks prior to competition. 6. As a coach of a participating team I have checked and reviewed the competition rules and score sheets prior to competing. 7. I understand that solicitation of athletes or coaches is not permitted and will abstain for such action. 8. I am responsible for the supervision of my team (s) during all official functions, including but not limited - warm-ups, sidelines, waiting bay, and will secure an emergency response plan in the event of an injury. Coach Signature: Date: Waiver Form for Cheer I,, as head coach of have entered into the Cheer category. I declare that my team/s have been trained in safe spotting and stunt progressions, including acrobatics, lifts and tumble elements being performed. I confirm that my routine is appropriate for the venue and performance surface. I understand that all rules and guidelines must still be followed. I understand that the safety judge may still deduct points if a skill is performed incorrectly or unsafely. Coach Signature: Date:

5 CANCELLATION POLICY Team Name For cancellations received six (6) weeks prior to competition, 50% of registration fees will be refunded. Cancellations received three (3) weeks prior to competition will result in a FULL FORFEITURE of all monies paid. All cancellations must be in writing to The Trinidad and Tobago Cheer Federation - Cheerleading Championships. We will not accept cancellations by phone. All changes will result in a $ per change fee. I have read the cancellation policy and understand and accept its contents. I have also advised all participants, parents and chaperones of my group of this cancellation policy. Team Manager Coach Signature Date NB. Your application will not be entered without both signatures.

6 Competition Divisions Division Level Age Range No. of Squad Members Category Youth-Mini Open 1 10yrs & younger Co-Ed /All Girl Youth-Prep Open 1 10yrs & younger Co-Ed /All Girl Schools/ Clubs - Youth Open 1 14yrs & younger Co-Ed /All Girl Schools/ Clubs - Junior Open 2 17yrs & younger Co-Ed /All Girl All Star Schools/Club - Senior Open 3 13yrs - 25yrs Co-Ed /All Girls Stunt Team - Junior Open 2 16yrs & younger 5 All Girls Stunt Team - Senior Open 3 13yrs - 30yrs 5 Mix/All Girls Competition Rules

7 Competition General Guidelines Teams must have the required membership for the respective divisions. Performance Area Teams will perform on a 40 x 40 cheer surface. All skills must originate and be completed within the competition boundary. This is defined as the actual competition floor. No skills or transitions are allowed outside of the boundary. Excessive out of bounds, such as stepping with both feet completely off the performance area is not permitted and will incur a deduction. NB. Outdoor sneakers are not allowed on the mat Attire A clean, vibrant, athletic appearance is desired. Cheerleading apparel, hair and make-up should be appropriate for family viewing and suitable for safe practices and performances. Glitter hairspray/ make-up and face tattoos are allowed. Safety judges will deduct for any outfit, hair, make-up that they see as a safety concern. All costumes /uniforms and music must be age appropriate. Routine Time Limits All routines should be all music. Timing and judging will occur with the first organized movement or music. Timing will end with the last note of music or when an ending pose is seen to be held. Cheer Routine 2 minutes and 30 seconds (minimum of 2 minutes) Music All routines are to be performed to music. Inappropriate music will be subject to a deduction. All music is required to be uploaded prior to competition. A music representative must be standing by the music station at least one routine prior to your team s performance and should also have a spare copy on CD. NB. All participating teams must submit music two (2) days prior to competition. Photography and Video Policy All spectators must be aware that photography and videoing is not permitted during the event where an event photographer is being used. Coaches/Parents may seek approval for videoing of their team s performance. After the event has concluded, parents and spectators will be able to take photos of their children and teams with their event prizes. The Trinidad and Tobago Cheer Federation reserves the right to use photographs or video coverage of competition for promotional purposes.

8 Sportsmanship All teams, coaches, parents and spectators should behave in a sportsmanlike manner at all times. Unsportsmanlike conduct by coaches, athletes and spectators is not acceptable. Please ensure that all sportsmanship issues are brought to the attention of TTCF staff members during the event. Please do not accuse or engage other teams directly. Please seek guidance from the TTCF Management who will determine the best course of action. If poor sportsmanship is reported to TTCF official during any competition and is determined to be true scores maybe deducted or teams can be barred from re-entering future competitions. Any unsportsmanlike actions, gestures or communication towards fellow teams and supporters, judges, TTCF staff or partners by Teams, Team Administrators or Team Supporters is a serious infringement of TTCF policies and principles. This can result in the team being barred from TTCF future competitions. Safety Jewellery of any kind including rings, necklaces, piercings etc. should not be worn for safety reasons. This is for cheer divisions. Taping of piercings is not permitted. Fingernails should be kept to an appropriate length. Tumbling on entering or exiting the performance area is not allowed. Athletes should receive proper training in safe spotting and stunt progressions. All teams must be supervised during all official functions by a qualified director/advisor/ coach of the team. All directors, advisors and coaches should have an emergency response plan in the event of an injury. Disqualification Any team that does not adhere to the terms and procedures of the competition "rules and regulations" will be subject to disqualification from competition, automatically forfeiting any right to prizes or awards presented by the competition, and may also forfeit the opportunity to participation in following competition. Technical Team Each team will be allowed 4 persons backstage and entry into competition. Persons includes - Team Manager, Coach, team assistant etc. Submission of Registration Package Office - LP439 Main Road Montrose, Chaguanas Office Hours - Mondays to Fridays (8:00am - 5:00pm)/ Saturdays (9:00am - 2:00pm)

9 CHECKLIST Teams Registration and Information Package Please read the Registration Deadlines & Payment Policy Page. Any Changes (Name Changes, Spelling Corrections, Additions and Removal Changes, etc.) made after the above dates will result in a $150 charge per change. Registration Form (with full payment) Team Roster NOTE: Applicants will not be entered or processed without this signed form! Cancellation Policy (signed by Team Coach and Manager) Signed copy of Competition General Guidelines Original, signed Individual Athlete Waiver and medical release forms (one for each participant & coach). Individual Athletes registration forms Copies of athletes Birth Paper or equivalent proof of Identification (i.e. Identification Card or passport). (N.B. Athletes must sign their respective forms, once under the age of 18 forms must be countersigned by his/her Parent or Guardian.)