2018 UTEP Cheerleading Championship Brought to you by the UTEP Cheerleaders ***Registration opens Thursday, February 1st***

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1 2018 UTEP Cheerleading Championship Brought to you by the UTEP Cheerleaders ***Registration opens Thursday, February 1st*** Squad Registration Form Cost: $175 per squad on or before February 20th ****Exhibition performance $125 per team $225 per squad on or after February 21st Last Day to Register is February 28 th (Registrations will not be taken after the Final Walk-Up Registration on February 28th.) ***NO Refunds after February 28th**** Squad Name/School Name: Mascot: Division (next page): Coaches/Advisors: 1) 3) 2) Each Coach and Team Member below must have a Coaches Registration Form or a Participant Registration Form and a Liability Waiver attached to this registration. Please list members and attach forms in alphabetical order to expedite the registration process. Team Members: 1) 19) 2) 20) 3) 21) 4) 22) 5) 23) 6) 24) 7) 25) 8) 26) 9) 27) 10) 28) 11) 29) 12) 30) 13) 31) 14) 32) 15) 33) 16) 34) 17) 35) 18)

2 A money order, cashier s check, school district check or cash (NO personal checks or checks without a printed return address will be accepted) must be mailed with this registration to the attention of Bianca Marquez- UTEP Cheer, Brumbelow Building, 201 Glory Road, El Paso, TX Checks must be made payable to UTEP Cheer. You may, also, hand deliver payment and registration forms to the address above between the hours of 9:00am-11:00am (MTWTHF) and 12:00pm-2:30p (T/TH). Hand delivered forms and payments outside those hours can be arranged preceded with a phone call. DIVISIONS: 1.) Exhibition (Non-Competitive) 2.) REC A 12 years and younger* (5-35 members) 3.) REC B 16 years and younger* (5-35 members) **REC please refer to NCA Intermediate Performance Guidelines ** 4.) Elementary Mount Grades 6 th and under (5-35 members) 5.) Elementary Non-Mount Grades 6 th and under (5-35 members) 6.) Middle School Mount Grades 6 th 8 th (5-35 members) 7.) Middle School Non-Mount Grades 6 th 8 th (5-35 members) 8.) High School Non- Mount Grades 9th 12th (5-35 members) 9.) Freshman/Junior Varsity (mount) Grades 9 th 10 th (5-35 members) 10.) Small Varsity (mount) Grades 9 th 12 th (5-15 members) 11.) Large Varsity (mount) Grades 9 th 12 th (16-35 members) 12.) High School Coed* (mount) must have at least 2 males Grades 9 th 12 th (5-35 members with two or more males) 13.) Tiny- All Star 6 years and younger (5-35 members) 14.) Mini- All Star 8 years and younger (5-35 members) 15.) Youth All Star 11 years and younger* (5-35 members) 16.) Junior All Star 14 years and younger* (5-35 members) 17.) Senior All Star 18 years and younger* (5-35 members) *** All-Star may not exceed level 5 skills. It is the coaches responsibility to follow appropriate guidelines for each team according to their skill level. All-Star and Rec divisions are divided by age, not skill level. Coaches are accountable for the skills performed by their team. It is recommended you use guidelines outlined by USASF to ensure your team is executing the approved skill for their level. ******

3 Coaches will have the opportunity for a Final Walk-Up registration. Final Walk-up Registration is on Wednesday, February 28th from 5:30 to 7pm in the lobby area of Memorial Gym on UTEP Campus (Corner of Robinson and Randolph). Any missing forms must be turned in at this time. Pre-sale tickets will be available starting February 20th for $8 at the UTEP Ticket Office on Mesa St. in front of the Don Haskins Center. (They will be $10 on the day of the event.)

4 2018 UTEP Individual Cheerleading Championship Brought to you by the UTEP Cheerleaders Individual Competition Registration Form Cost: $35 per person on or before February 20th $55 per person after February 21st (Registrations will not be taken after the Final Walk-Up Registration on February 28th.) Squad Name/School Name: Mascot: Participant s Name: Current Grade: Date of Birth: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Each Participant must have a Participant Registration Form and a Liability Waiver attached to this registration. Check Category: Youth: 3 rd grade and below Middle School: 7 th - 8 th grade Elementary: 4 th 6 th grade High School: 9 th - 12 th grade A money order, cashier s check, school district check or cash (no personal checks please) must be returned with this registration to the attention of Bianca Marquez- UTEP Cheer, Brumbelow Building, 201 Glory Road, El Paso, TX and should be made payable to UTEP Cheer. Hand delivery is recommended - You may, also, hand deliver payment and registration forms to the address above between the hours of 9:00am-11:00am (MTWTHF) and 12:00pm-2:30p (T/TH). Coaches will have the opportunity for a Final Walk-Up Registration on Wednesday, February 28th from 5:30 to 7pm at Memorial Gym lobby. Any missing forms must be turned in at this time. Pre-sale tickets will be available beginning February 20 th for $8 at the UTEP Ticket Office on Mesa in front of the Don Haskins Center. (They will be $10 on the day of the event.)

5 Squad Name/School Name: 2018 UTEP Cheerleading Championship Brought to you by the UTEP Cheerleaders Participant Registration Form ***Every cheerleader competing on your team must complete this form**** Mascot: Participant s Name: Age Current Grade: Date of Birth: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: In Case Of Emergency Contact: Name: Relationship to Participant: Cell Phone: Home Phone: Drug Sensitivities: Other Allergies: Coaches: Please keep a copy of this form for your records and have it on hand the day of the event.

6 2018 UTEP Cheerleading Championship Brought to you by the UTEP Cheerleaders Coaches Registration Form **Every Coach listed on squad registration form must complete this form*** Squad Name/School Name: Coach s Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: In Case Of Emergency Contact: Name: Cell Phone: Home Phone:

7 2018 UTEP Cheerleading Championship Team Information Squad Name/School Name: Division: Mascot: Colors: Person of Contact: Phone number: **To be read as your team enters the competition mat*** Three Coaches receiving credentials (only list three names): (Additional coaches must purchase extra credential on the day of competition at check in table.) Team information to be read at competition (please do not include previous cheerleading awards or titles and please use only the space provided below):

8 2018 UTEP Individual Cheerleading Championship Individual Competitor Information Name: Squad Name/School Name: Current Grade: Category: Youth: 3 rd grade and below Elementary: 4 th 6 th grade Middle School: 7 th - 8 th grade High School: 9 th - 12 th grade Main Contact: Phone number: Information to be read at competition (can include other activities, hobbies, etc. --- please do not include previous titles or cheerleading awards and please use only the space provided below):

9 2018 UTEP Cheerleading Championship Team Checklist Squad Name/School Name: Division: (To be verified by UTEP Cheer Staff) **Please use this form as a guide to assist you in collecting and organizing required documents*** 1. Squad Registration Form 2. Coaches Registration Form and Waiver for every coach. 3. Individual Registration Form and Waiver for every participant. 4. Individual Competition Form/s (If Applicable) 5. Payment for all registrations. 6. Team/Individuals Information Sheet/s

10 2018 UTEP Cheerleading Championship Brought to you by the UTEP Cheerleaders GENERAL INFORMATION ELIGIBILITY Entrants must be registered students at the school they are representing and official full-time members of their team at the time of competition. No members shall be older than 12th grade/ or 18 years of age for All- Star division. Other grade and age restrictions apply (See Divisions). The penalty for an eligibility violation will be disqualification. CATEGORIES/DIVISIONS UTEP s competition personnel reserve the right to delete, combine, or divide categories and divisions as deemed necessary. If categories/divisions are altered, adjustments will be made in the awards. MUSIC **Please adhere to the copy right laws for music selections. There will be IPOD capability, but have a CD with your music as a back-up. A sound system will be provided. Speed control is not available. Music checks on the main sound system are not permitted. A representative must be present at the sound system at the time of performance. Advisors/coaches are asked to hold onto their own music until the time of performance and to take music back following the performance. ENTRANCE/EXIT Judges are not looking at team s entrances and exits. Teams and individuals are encouraged to move on and off the floor as quickly as possible. Choreographed entrances and exits will not be judged. PERFORMANCE AREA The performance boundaries will be limited to a carpet bonded foam mat that measures 54 wide (side to side) x 42 deep (front to back). There will be no practicing on the performance floor prior to the competition. (A 54 X 42 practice mat will be available for your use during your 3 minute assigned warm up time.) All stunts and tumbling must be completed on the mat. You will not receive a penalty if you step off of the mat, but for everyone s safety, please stay on mat. PERFORMANCE ORDER/SCHEDULES Typically, performance order is based on the receipt of registrations. Teams that register by February 20th will be the last to perform in that division and teams that register after February 20th will be the first to perform (team names will be drawn). Adjustments may be necessary due to division/team conflicts. All teams will receive an assigned check-in and warm-up time via prior to the competition. A warm up area will be available with a 54 X 42 mat that you may use only during your assigned times. It is a good idea to stretch, warm up some elements, and mark through your routine before your assigned practice mat time. This should take place in the designated warm up area where the practice mat is located. Remember, you will only be allowed on the practice mat for 3 minutes. No exceptions. A) Safety Rules ** See attached deductions score sheet** Coaches cannot act as spotters. There will be a 10 point penalty if a coach, who is not a full time team member, takes the performance floor with the team. Skills that cannot be safely executed with existing spotters from the team should not be included in the routine.

11 B) Time Total Routine Time Limit will be 2 minutes and 30 seconds. All Star Divisions can use all music. Other divisions can combine music and cheer for a combined time of 2 minutes and 30 seconds. Timing will begin on the first note of music, the first vocal command, the first organized cheer or the first movement, and will stop with the end of the cheer or last note of the music. Choreographed entrances and exits will not be judged. Music is defined as any recorded sound amplified through the competition sound system. Due to variability in sound systems, you should build in leeway in your routine to avoid timing penalties. Penalties will be deducted for going over the total routine time limit. Penalties will be assessed as follows: 0-4 seconds over = no penalty 5-9 seconds over =.25 point deduction seconds over =.50 point deduction 15 + seconds over = 1.0 point deduction C) Performance Order/Division Changes It is the advisor's/coach's responsibility to check all performance schedules for accuracy prior to the team taking the performance floor. All changes to your original competition registration must be put in writing and handed to the competition director prior to the competition. Division changes will not be made after the Walk-up Registration on February 28th. A team knowingly performing in an incorrect division will be disqualified from competition, but may perform for evaluation (exhibition) purposes only. Division changes will not be allowed day of competition. Please verify you have registered in the correct division. D) Uniforms In all divisions, a school uniform that is worn for game/sideline cheering or performing must be worn (i.e. skirt and top). Costuming is not allowed. If an accessory or an article of clothing adds to the overall effect and/or theme of the routine, it will be considered costuming. A deduction of 1 point will be issued if costuming is used. Props are allowed. Acceptable props are hand-held signs/banner, flags, poms or megaphones. Any item outside the acceptable props will not be permitted and a 1 point deduction will be assessed. Lucky charms (ex. stuffed animals) can be placed out in front of the performance mat (not on the mat) they should be no larger than 2 x 2 and should not interfere or be a safety hazard to participants (especially tumblers). Shoes - All participants must wear shoes. This is a safety rule and if a violation occurs, 1 point will be deducted from the final team score. All footwear must have soft soles and be non-marking. A deduction of 1 points will occur if a member on your team is wearing jewelry. (This was noted as a warning to many teams last year.) Uniform Distractions The Head Judge or other competition official reserves the right to stop a routine, assess a deduction, and/or disqualify a team for a uniform distraction (e.g. garment not being securely fastened/attached, straps break, pants split, etc.). Each performer is required to take the necessary steps to avoid inappropriate exposure prior to the performance. If a judge/competition official stops the routine the penalty will vary from 5 points to possible disqualification of the routine. E) Appropriateness of Choreography, Music, and Outfitting - All facets of a performance or routine, including choreography, music selection and outfitting, should be suitable for family viewing and listening. Uniforms for all team types should be appropriate for the age of the participants performing the routine. In general, performances from school-based teams, including but not limited to the actual routine, signs, cheers, chants and hand signals/gestures, should adhere to outfitting, performance and music guidelines and criteria in place and approved by the administration or institution to which the school team belongs. A 1 point deduction will be given for vulgar or suggestive choreography, which includes, but is not limited to, movements such as hip thrusting and inappropriate touching, gestures, hand/arm movements and signals, slapping, positioning of body parts and positioning to one another. Deductions will be given for music or words unsuitable for family listening, which includes, but is not limited to, swearwords and connotations of any type of sexual act or behavior, drugs, mention of specific parts of the body torso, and/or violent acts or behavior. Removing improper language or words from a song and replacing with sound effects or other words constitutes inappropriate, and deductions will be made accordingly. Any uniform or music in which the appropriateness is questionable or with which uncertainty exists should be submitted to the competition director for approval.

12 Liability Waivers last page of packet All competitors must submit an individual participant registration and waiver form in order to compete. The host facility, the directors/sponsors and/or UTEP will not be responsible or held liable for any injuries occurring at the competition. A trainer will be on site to provide assistance for emergencies only. Taping of wrists/ankles for individual performers will not be provided, unless medically necessary to treat an injury. FOOD Concessions will be available on the East concourse. Food and or drinks will not be allowed on or close to the competition and/or practice mats. GENERAL ADMISSION Three free passes will be allotted to each school/team for advisors and/or coaches at registration. Additional tickets for advisors and/or coaches may be purchased at the check in table on competition day. Pre-sale tickets for the general public will be available for $8 at the UTEP Ticket Office on Mesa in front of the Don Haskins Center. (They will be $10 on the day of the event.) DIVISIONS: 1.) Exhibition (Non-Competitive) 2.) REC A 12 years and younger* (5-35 members) 3.) REC B 16 years and younger* (5-35 members) 4.) Elementary Mount Grades 6th and under (5-35 members) 5.) Elementary Non-Mount Grades 6th and under (5-35 members) 6.) Middle School Mount Grades 6th 8th (5-35 members) 7.) Middle School Non-Mount Grades 6th 8th (5-35 members) 8.) High School Non-Mount Grades 9th 12th (5-35 members) 9.) Freshman/Junior Varsity Grades 9th 10th (5-35 members) 10.) Small Varsity Grades 9th 12th (5-15 members) 11.) Large Varsity Grades 9th 12th (16-35 members) 12.) Varsity Coed Grades 9th 12th (5-35 members with two or more males) 13.) Tiny All-Star 6 years and younger* (5-35 members) 14.) Mini All Star 8 years and younger* (5-35 members) 15.) Youth All Star 11 years and younger* (5-35 members) 16.) Junior All Star 14 years and younger* (5-35 members) 17.) Senior All Star 18 years and younger* (5-35 members) *Participant s age is based on birth date as of August 31, 2017.

13 NOTE: Depending on the number of teams that register, the competition personnel may elect to have two sessions on the date of competition: a morning session beginning as early as 10 am and an afternoon session. The tickets are good for both sessions provided spectators remain in the Don Haskins Center. Re-entry will not be allowed. A possible scenario would be to have Divisions 1-7 (see above) in the morning and 8-17 in the afternoon. If there is one session, the starting time will also be determined by the number of competitors (it will be anywhere from 10am to 12pm). This will be determined and announced on February 24 th via . (In the past five years, we did two awards presentations: one after middle school divisions and one at the end for high schools and all-star teams.) UTEP Individual Cheerleading Championship General Requirements: Each participant will perform the following in this order: 1) three consecutive jumps, 2) one tumbling pass, and 3) a cheer Overall performance may not exceed 90 seconds. Music is not allowed. A partner may not be used during the performance. Judging is based on voice projection, showmanship, cheer execution, spirit, and ability in the areas of jumps and tumbling, as well as overall impression. There is a five-trick limit (jumps, gymnastics, splits) in your cheer performance. A back handspring back tuck, toe touch back handspring, or round-off back tuck are each considered two tricks. There will be a.5 penalty if more than five tricks are performed in your cheer and a separate.5 penalty if the routine exceeds the time limit. There will be four categories: Youth: 3rd grade and below Elementary: 4th 6 th grade Middle School: 7th - 8th grade High School: 9th - 12th grade Males and females will compete in the same division based on grade. There is no limit as to how many individuals may enter from a team.

14 UTEP Cheer Championship Official Scoresheet School/Squad: Division: Criteria to consider in each category Max Points Score Visual Effects, Creativity, Use of Talents Standing, Running, Difficulty Technique, Body Positions, Execution Flexibility, Technique, Variety Creativity, Sharpness, Placement Formations, Spacing, Synchronization Eye Contact, Confidence, Enthusiasm Skill Level Crowd Appeal, Clean Routine Choreography 10 Tumbling 10 Stunts/Pyramids 20 Jumps 10 Motions/Dance 10 Timing/Transitions 10 Showmanship/Performance 10 Difficulty 10 Overall Impression 10 Total (100 Max. Value) (80 for Non-Mount) Judge: Total Score (Deductions will be calculated by deductions judge ONLY) Deductions GRAND TOTAL

15 Name: Team: Category: UTEP Cheerleading Championship Individual Judging Form Youth: 3rd grade and below Elementary: 4th 6th grade Middle School: 7th - 8th grade High School: 9th 12th grade Jumps Choice of 3 Jumps (1-10) Tumbling Pass One Tumbling Pass Cheer Portion Motions (placement, strength)/ Voice/Projection/Tempo Incorporation (Up to 5 skills) (Tumbling/Jump Technique) Crowd Appeal/Showmanship Overall Impression TOTAL (1-10) (1-10) (1-10) (1-10) (50 points possible) Notes:

16 The University of Texas at El Paso Minor Participation Form Participant s Name DOB Address Street City State Zip Code Phone Activity/Description: Dates: Location: Don Haskins Center AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT I. MEDICAL INFORMATION (pleases type or print legibly) Name of Parent/guardian Health Insurance Company Address (Street or P.O. Box, city, state, zip code) Telephone #: Office Night Telephone #: Policy # Participant s Current Medications Participant s Allergies Participant s Special Health Needs II. EMERGENCY MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian of the above named minor, do hereby authorize The University of Texas at El Paso and its agents or representatives to consent, on my behalf, to any medical/hospital care or treatment (including locations outside the U.S.) to be rendered to him or her upon the advice of any licensed physician. I agree to be responsible for all necessary charges incurred by any hospitalization or treatment rendered pursuant to this authorization. III. SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS/NEEDS If you have or suspect, a disability and need an accommodation, please contact our staff at (915) or bmarquez6@utep.edu to request any special accommodations/needs. IV. PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES Participants, or their representatives, who behave in a manner which is disruptive to the learning process, or which interferes with the well-being of other participants or staff, or which may cause damage to University or contracted facilities, may be subject to permanent removal. Please refer to competition/camp guidelines for refund policies. 1. Participants have a responsibility to the environmental settings where our events are being held including building grounds, furnishings and natural wildlife. If a Participant is responsible for any damage, the parent of that Participant will be held financially responsible for the specific repair costs of those damages. 2. Participants will not be allowed to leave designated buildings or areas and will participate in all group activities, unless given expressed permission by an adult sponsor or adult staff member to do otherwise. 3. Parents or Guardians are responsible for making sure Participants dress appropriately. It is not suitable for males or females to wear clothes that expose undergarments. 4. Radios, recorders, tape and CD players, TV s, electronics and video games, skateboards, roller skates and blades, etc. tend to be a distraction to the individual and must to be left at home. Cell phones are allowed, but need to be left in a pocket or purse and not used. The University of Texas at El Paso is not responsible for these items if they are brought to course/camp. 5. Participants need to show consideration and respect of others, including other participants and instructors. Offensive language will not be tolerated. 6. No illegal substances will be allowed. UTEP is a drug-free institution. 7. All individual classroom and/or facility policies must be followed. In order for your child to participate, please fill out BOTH sides of this form completely.

17 MINOR RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT I am the Parent/Guardian of the above-named Participant who is under eighteen years of age and am fully competent to sign this Agreement. I give permission for him/her to participate in the above-referenced Activity or Trip. I acknowledge that the nature of the Activity or Trip may expose him/her to hazards or risks that may result in illness, personal injury or death and I understand and appreciate the nature of such hazards and risks. In consideration of Participant being permitted to partake in the Activity or Trip, I hereby accept all risk to Participant s health and of his/her injury or death that may result from such participation and I hereby release The University of Texas at El Paso, its governing board, officers, employees and representatives from any liability to Participant, Participant s personal representatives, estate, heirs, next of kin, and assigns for any and all claims and causes of action for loss of or damage to Participant s property and for any and all illness or injury to Participant s person, including death, that may result from or occur during Participant s participation in the Activity or Trip, whether caused by negligence of the University, its governing board, officers, employees, or representatives, or otherwise. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the University and its governing board, officers, employees, and representatives from liability for the injury or death of any person(s) and damage to property that may result from Participant s negligent or intentional act or omission while participating in the described Activity or Trip. The indemnification related to the loss or damage of Participant s personal property further applies to the storage of Participant s personal property and equipment while participating in the abovementioned activity or trip. I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT TO BE A RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION FOR PARTICIPANT S INJURY OR DEATH OR DAMAGE TO PARTICIPANT S PROPERTY THAT OCCURS WHILE PARTICIPATING IN THE DESCRIBED ACTIVITY OR TRIP AND IT OBLIGATES ME TO INDEMNIFY THE PARTIES NAMED AND FOR ANY LIABILITY FOR INJURY OR DEATH OF ANY PERSON AND DAMAGE TO PROPERTY CAUSED BY PARTICIPANT S NEGLIGENT OR INTENTIONAL ACT OR OMISSION. MEDIA CONSENT AND RELEASE I hereby authorize The University of Texas at El Paso, UTEP Cheer, and those acting pursuant to its authority to: a) Record Participant s likeness and voice on a video, audio, photographic, digital, and electronic or any other medium. b) Use Participant s name in connection with these recordings. c) Use, reproduce, exhibit or distribute in any medium (e.g. print publications, video tapes, CD-ROM, Internet/WWW), these recordings, in whole or in part, without any restrictions or limitations, for any purpose that the University, and those acting pursuant to its authority, deem appropriate, including educational, promotional or advertising efforts. I release the University and those acting pursuant to its authority from liability for any violation of any personal or proprietary right I and/or Participant may have in connection with such use. This release is executed gratuitously and/or for any self-satisfaction which I and/or Participant may derive from any publication or programs in which my likeness or voice will appear. I understand that all such recordings, in whatever medium, shall remain the property of the University. I do authorize The University of Texas at El Paso, UTEP Cheer, and those acting pursuant to its authority in accordance with this this Media Consent and Release. Parent/Guardian Initial I do not authorize The University of Texas at El Paso, UTEP Cheer, and those acting pursuant to its authority in accordance with this this Media Consent and Release. Parent/Guardian Initial AUTHORIZATION FOR DROP OFF, PICKUP & TRANSPORTATION: 1. I hereby authorize the following names to either drop off or pick up Participant. Each person will be informed that it is his or her responsibility to show proof of identity to the designated course/activity instructor. (Please remember to include your name as well, if applicable). Full Name Relationship Driver s License# Full Name Relationship Driver s License# Full Name Relationship Driver s License# 2. I do authorize The University of Texas at El Paso and UTEP Cheer to release Participant to transport him/herself to and/or from designated course/activity (i.e. walking, biking, public transportation, own vehicle). Parent/Guardian Initial I HAVE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THE TERMS OF ALL RELEASES ON THIS FORM INCLUDING THE AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT, PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES, THE RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT, THE MEDIA CONSENT AND RELEASE, AND AUTHORIZATION FOR DROP OFF, PICKUP & TRANSPORTATION. Parent/Guardian Name (PRINT) Signature of Parent/Guardian Date Witness (PRINT) Signature of Witness Date Thank you for your cooperation in having all forms completed and returned to UTEP Cheer Staff. Rev 12/2017