Stunt has potential to transform cheerleading culture. Fingernails, including artificial nails, must be kept at an. We have moved the page here to usa cheer in order to provide a better service to state associations, coaches, and rules interpreters. Aacca releases cheerleading rules for high school and younger. We use videos submitted to us and other sources in an educational manner. National spirit coach of the year 201718 201920 rules changes approved in high school spirit.
Gardner, publisher bob colgate, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high. Participants are not permitted to chew gum or have candy in their mouths during practice or performance. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition. All cheerleaders hair must be pulled away from the face and off. Feathers in the hair should be treated in the same manner as other hair devices such as ribbons and bows. Since 1920, the nfhs has led the development of educationbased interscholastic sports and performing arts activities that help students succeed in their lives. This language is aligned with other nfhs rule books. This section deals with general rule information such as coachs responsibility if a team member is not following the nfhs rules, spirit team participation. Nfhs spirit rules book cheerleading, night falls fast free ebook, apr 3, were trying to create a safer environment for activities to occur in cheer and dance and make the. It is suggested that all cheerleading programs order the nfhs spirit rules book from the ghsa or the nfhs. Setting the safety standards supervision, certified coach, injury reports, emergency plans, communication, trainer, hair, jewelry, etc.
Cheer and dancedrillpom will now follow completely separate performance safety rules. This spirit safety certification course, brought to you by the nfhs and usa cheer formerly the american association of cheerleading coaches and administrators aacca provides information and strategies to help you evaluate your current safety program, with the goal of minimizing the risks involved in this sport. Rule 1 deletes definitions for downward inversion, front drop, kneeseatthigh drop. National federation of state high school associations spirit.
Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. They are written with an eye towards player safety and promoting good sportsmanship. Rule 1 definitions all spirit groups rule 2 general risk management all spirit groups rule 3 cheerleading risk management cheerleading only. If a school or recreational team is found to be in violation of this rule, the team will receive a 1. Cheerleading rules changes focus on safety, risk minimization. This rule allows a specific stunt but limits others that might present a risk. Official rules will be published in the 20162017 nfhs spirit rules book. The rules book, which can be ordered online, outlines the new cheerleading rules for 2014, addressing everything from transitions to partner stunts and dismounts. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 high school spirit rules changes risk minimization. Videos will play with audio automatically, so you may want to mute your device. Cheerleading coaches and rules interpreters will be able to complete a comprehensive online rules course with video examples that covers the entire set of rules, or a course that is specific to the new changes for the current season. Nfhs spirit rules book cheerleading, night falls fast free ebook, apr 3, were trying to create a safer environment for activities to occur in cheer and dance and make the rules book as clear as possible, said james.
Website 201920 nfhs spirit rules power point north carolina. Rule change definitions dive roll an airborne forward roll where the feet of the performer are at or above the performers waist prior to the hands making contact with the performing surface. Both rule books should be followed together at all times. Every year each coach should print a new copy of the osaa handbook as well as the osaa cheerleading handbook. The nfhs, based in indianapolis, indiana, is the national leadership organization for high school sports and performing arts activities. Stunting personnel safety was addressed in rule 321c, a new addition to the nfhs spirit rules book.
Keep in mind that the final interpretation for any rules question is the individual state association. High school spirit rules changes for the 202021 school year remain centered on increasing safety for cheerleading and dance teams across the country. The nfhs has not addressed stunts in which one base is supporting two extended top persons. This spirit safety certification course, brought to you by the nfhs and usa cheer formerly the american association of cheerleading coaches and administrators aacca provides information and strategies to help you evaluate your current safety program, with. National federation of state high school associations. Acp will adhere to usa cheeraacca safety rules and acp age. Iccaihsaa strengthened national federation spirit rules iowa. In addition to the nfhs rule book high school cheerleading teams must adhere to the rules set forth by the osaa. Promoting activities programs through showcase events. Specifically this means that children are prohibited from serving as mascots cheering with or standing with the cheer team. National federation of state high school associations nfhs.
Stream wrestling from high schools across west virginia, both live and on demand, via nfhs network. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Competition area nca competitions comply with the nfhs and aacca surface ruling that schoolbased programs may not compete on a spring. The rule states that bases may not hold signs or other objects while supporting an extended stunt, which allows them to focus on providing stability for those at the top of the stunt. Order your nfhs spirit rules book today and keep it. High school cheerleading teams in oregon follow the nfhs rule book. Wiaa handbook additions to the nfhs spirit rule book. Religious head covering, wrap, or other required religious garments that are not dangerous or likely to come off during participation are not a risk. Nfhs cheerleading rules changes approved in high school. The ghsa and the nfhs rules state that a student may not cheer with a high school cheerleading team unless heshe is a bona fide student enrolled at that school. Welcome to the 201617 nfhs spirit online rules presentation. Rule 2 general risk management rule 3 cheer rule 4 dancedrillpom 20172018 nfhs spirit rules changes. Videos will appear at the article level, such as 3. Bulletinnfhs rules book choreographers need the rule book.
The american association of cheerleading coaches and administrators aacca has announced stricter new safety rules and introduced the first set of cheerleading rules developed specifically for elementary, middle and junior high school squads with the goal in mind to minimize the risk of cheerleadingrelated injuries more than ever. Adds definitions for braced flip, braced inversion, braced roll, prep level and swing roll down teddy bear roll down. The nfhs publishes playing rules in 16 sports for boys and girls competition and administers fine arts programs in speech, theater, debate and music. Usa cheer and the national federation of state high school associations nfhs have reached an agreement to publish one set of rules for high school cheerleading the 202021 season under the nfhs rule book. These leagues are required to strictly abide by ayc rules and regulations and age divisions as outlined in the official american youth cheerleading rulebook. Nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015 cheersafe. Members of a cheer squad involved in stunting, including bases, fliers and spotters, shall wear their hair away from the face and off the shoulders. Were trying to create a safer environment for activities to occur in cheer and dance and make the rules book as clear as possible, said james. Nfhs is the national leader for educationbased high school athletics and activities, which prepare tomorrows leaders for the next level of life through innovative programs, healthy participation, achievement, and development of positive relationships. Rule 254 now allows for more creativity in landings for braced flips. The nfhs is the authoritative source for football rules related to high school age athletes and younger. Associations nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the administration of educationbased high school athletics and activities through the writing of playing rules that emphasize health and safety, educational programs that develop leaders, and administrative support to increase participation opportunities and promote sportsmanship. The nfhs, from its offices in indianapolis, indiana, serves its 50 member state high school athleticactivity associations, plus the district of columbia. If a coach explains that these are rules that have been set by the nfhs and kshsaa to prevent injury, perhaps cheerleaders and dancers will realize the safety concerns.
To view videos, use the search or select a specific rule. Coaches can browse through featured videos of stunts and read aacca and nfhs safety interpretations. Rules videos this page serves as the new cheer rules videos page formerly hosted at. The nfhs spirit rules book is needed to provide the coach with immediate access to rules, guidelines, regulations, and most important a key advisory tool to interpreting liability issues. Ayc follows the national federation of high school association nfhs rule book and the additional supplement ayc rule book.
Using the national federation spirit rules book iowa cheer. Deletes definitions for downward inversion, front drop, kneeseatthigh drop, split drop, sponge and swan dive. Coaching cheer and dance is an online course that provides new and experienced coaches valuable information about coaching spirit groups. Spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing risk in cheer, dance. Switch up a stunt in which a top person starts with one foot on the ground, is released, and lands in a vertical stunt on one foot or both feet.
Nfhs cheerleading risk minimization remains theme of 2020. The rules courses will come with an option to purchase the nfhs rule book as well. Every individual involved in high school football should own a copy of this book. Rule 233 requires hair devices to be secure and hair to be worn in a manner that is appropriate for the activity involved. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 spirit rules changes. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. If you have been directed here by your state association or event producer for nfhs rules, the videos here serve as a legal interpretation. Rule change illegal slide rule 2322c a runner may legally slide past home plate, even if he makes contact with a fielder or alters the play of the fielder, provided the slide meets all other provisions of the sliding rules and he does not initiate malicious contact. Spirit rules changes 201718 by nfhs on july 21, 2017 rule 1. In addition to the most up to date rules, coaches will find passages on education, minimizing risk, concussions, and overuse injuries. Rule 1 definitions all spirit groups rule 2 general risk management all spirit. The revision to rule 25 that was adopted last year allowed squads to be more creative in stunt design while still maintaining the focus on risk minimization, said kent summers, nfhs director of performing arts and sports and liaison to the spirit rules committee. The definitions were added to clarify language used in the updated spirit rules book.