BEVERLY YOUTH FOOTBALL CHEERLEADING
2025 LOCAL LEAGUE OBJECTIVE AND REQUIREMENTS
Welcome to another exciting season of cheerleading with the Beverly Panthers! We are thrilled to have your child join us, and we are committed to providing a fun and rewarding experience through teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Objective of the Program:
The goal of our league is to give youth the opportunity to participate in the sport of organized cheerleading with proper supervision and equipment. We aim to promote physical fitness, teach good sportsmanship, and instill respect for the game and one another. Above all, we strive to provide a positive environment for growth both on and off the field.
Coaches and Board Members:
Our coaches and board members are all C.O.R.I/S.O.R.I. certified volunteers who dedicate significant time and effort to ensuring that our league runs smoothly. They invest many hours each month preparing for practices, games, and competitions, and we are grateful for their commitment.
Parent Commitment:
Parents and guardians should be prepared to make a commitment to the program as well. This includes:
Transportation: Ensuring your child arrives on time for practices, games, and competitions, and picking them up promptly afterward.
Parent Meetings: Attending parent meetings to stay informed about schedules, events, and other important matters.
Fundraising & Volunteering: Participating in fundraising efforts and volunteering to support the program.
Communication: Checking your email regularly for important updates and changes.
Please understand that your active participation is vital to the success of the team and the program.
Practice Schedule:
The season kicks off with our first practice on August 4th to begin conditioning. Practices will be held four days a week between 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM until school starts and then reduce to 3 days a week, a specific schedule will be shared by the Head Coach. As the competition season approaches, additional practices may be scheduled (including Fridays and Saturdays) but will not exceed 10 hours per week during summer and 8 hours per week after Labor Day. Ten extra hours will also be dedicated to choreography sessions during the traditional season.
Attendance Policy:
Regular attendance is crucial for your child’s development and team success. The attendance policy is as follows:
Unexcused Absences: Cheerleaders are allowed 5 unexcused absences between August 4th - September 30th.
Absences in October/November: A doctor’s note will be required for any absence.
Special Accommodations: Special exceptions to the attendance policy may be made on a case-by-case basis, at the discretion of the coaches and with approval from the cheer directors.
Consequence of Excessive Absences: If a cheerleader exceeds 5 unexcused absences, they will no longer be eligible to participate in competitions, but they may cheer at games. Any excused absence the week before a competition may also result in ineligibility for that competition.
If your child will be absent, please inform the coach in advance so that practice can be adjusted accordingly. It is the cheerleader’s responsibility to catch up on missed material.
ABSENCES CAN BE THE DOWNFALL OF A GREAT CHEERLEADING SQUAD!
Injuries:
If your child is injured but is still able to attend practice, knows the routine, and is medically cleared before the competition, they may still compete with the team.
Games
Game Schedule: Games are typically held on Sundays and last approximately 90 minutes. Cheerleaders are required to arrive 45 minutes prior to their scheduled game, unless otherwise instructed by their coach.
Restroom Breaks: Cheerleaders will be allowed to use the restroom only during halftime, at the coach’s discretion. They are not allowed to visit the concession stand or receive food from spectators while on the field. Only water/sport drinks are allowed on the field.
Rain or Shine: Games are played rain or shine, and all cheerleaders are required to attend.
Proper Attire:
Practice Attire: Cheerleaders must wear properly fitting athletic/running sneakers (cheer sneakers will be required once indoors). Jeans or clothing with hoods, pockets, buttons, or snaps are not allowed as they can cause injuries. Nail polish, acrylic nails, and jewelry are also prohibited during practice.
Game Attire: Cheerleaders must wear their full uniform (top, skirt, boy shorts), white no-show socks, and cheer sneakers. During colder months, warm-ups are mandatory, and hats and gloves in team colors are allowed. Hair must be pulled up and away from the face, and makeup, nail polish, acrylic nails, and jewelry are not permitted.
Cheering Competitions:
Competitions are a privilege, and while they are important, our primary responsibility is to cheer at football games. . We expect full attendance at all games, including those played after competition days. Failure to attend games after competitions may result in ineligibility for the following competitions.
Uniform Return:
Uniforms must be returned in clean condition and on time to avoid a late fee. Non-returned uniforms must either be returned or paid for before awards night and before registration for the next season.
Questions or Concerns:
If you have any questions or concerns at any point during the season, please do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to help and ensure that your child has a successful and enjoyable season.
Thank you for your time, commitment, and support. We are looking forward to a fantastic season ahead!