Williams County Fair Cheer-Off

Williams County Fair Cheer-Off

Saturday, Sept. 13^th, 2008 at 12 p.m.

Grandstand Admission Free with paid gate admission

Kimberly Wright, Coordinator 419-789-1021

Cindy Horton, Superintendent 419-682-6901

Objectives:

• To foster positive relationships between cheerleading squads by demonstrating skill and good sportsmanship through the sport of cheerleading.
• To showcase athletic talent in the surrounding counties of Ohio, Michigan and Indiana.
• To spotlight cheerleaders and award the top three squads in each of the five divisions.
• To better illustrate to the public the fundamentals of the sport, which help create a well-balanced routine and performance.
• To promote interest and respect for the sport.
• To demonstrate the entertainment value of the sport.
• To provide a gathering for learning and exchanging of ideas, which will help increase school spirit.
• To encourage participation and leadership in athletic programs.

The Williams County Cheer-off will showcase the cheerleading squads, grades 5 through 12, from ANY county schools in the area. The competition is open to all schools (not just Williams County) and will conclude with the announcement of the winning squads. Prizes will be awarded to the top three squads in each of the following five divisions:

Division I – 5^th & 6^th grade squads

Division II - 7^th and 8^th grade squads

Division III – Freshmen

Division IV – Junior Varsity

Division V – Varsity combined squads

Safety

The overall safety of the performance of each squad shall be evaluated by the judges at all times. The use of mini trams, knee drops, slam splits and drop slits are NOT permitted. No skits will be permitted as a part of your routine. Toe Pitches are also not permitted.  Pyramids and mounts are prohibited. Individuals may not stand on another’s shoulders or support another individual in any type of mount. Any school doing mounts as part of their routine will be disqualified. Emphasis should be on cheer ability. Tumbling and gymnastics are permitted.

Judging and Scoring

There will be three out-of-County judges for all divisions of the competition. Each judge will score all areas of competition. The total of all judges will be added together to determine the final outcome. All judges have a full understanding of the rules of this competition. Judges may confer from time to time during judging of the competition. The total possible points for each judge will be 100. A sample score sheet used for the basis of judging will be available on-line for all squad advisors prior to the competition day. The judges will do all tabulations of scores, but we will also have an official tabulator recalculate the scores for accuracy. If an error is found, it will be corrected and brought to the attention of the appropriate judge. All divisions will be judged separately.

Winners and Awards

Placing of the top three squads in each Division will be announced as soon after the completion of the contest and tabulation of scores. All trophies for the respective Divisions will be presented at this time. Squad score sheets will be available for advisors to pick up one (1) hour after the conclusion of the competition at the fair secretary’s office.

Rules & Guidelines: Subject to change dependant upon registrations

1. In case of inclement weather, competition will be canceled and held at a later date.
2. Competition is open to all public and parochial cheerleading squads in the region.  There are no geographical boundaries.
3. Squads can compete in one of five divisions:

Division I – 5^th & 6^th grade squads

Division II - 7^th and 8^th grade squads

Division III – Freshmen

Division IV – Junior Varsity

Division V – Varsity combined squads

4. There is a non-refundable entry fee for each squad entering competition:

Division I - $10

Division II - $10

Division III - $15

Division IV - $25

Division V - $25

Checks are payable to Williams County Fair. Send registration form and check to Williams County Cheer-Off, P.O. Box 28, Montpelier, OH  43543.

5. Entry forms are due by August 15, 2008.
6. Order of performance is set based on receipt of registration forms.
7. Team routine performance time cannot exceed 4 minutes
8. All squads must perform at least one cheer, chant, and dance during routine. All routines will be checked for required elements.
9. Dance is not limited to one segment of the performance. Music may be started on several different occasions throughout the squad’s performance.
10. The combined dance portion of the performance cannot exceed two and a half minutes of the performance time.
11. Squads are limited to no more than 20 squad members performing on stage during the entire performance. NO mascots will be allowed to participate in the Cheer-Off. They may be in the grandstands.
12. No squad member is allowed to participate in more than one division of competition (an alternate, additional tumbler, etc.)
13. No points will be deducted for squads not in team uniform; however, squads must be uniformly dressed.
14. All tumblers must be self-supportive. Spotters are not allowed.
15. No mounting is tolerated.
16. Poms and props are allowed, but squads must perform at least one cheer or chant without the use of either poms or props. Poms and props must be removed from stage at completion of routine or will be subject to 10 pt. deduction in scoring.
17. In the event of a tie, judges will make an overall judgment of the squad's prior performance, ranking each squad as either his/her first or second choice for placement. The squad with the most first place votes will be considered as the top finisher.
18. All scores are final.
19. Practice times on stage for each squad prior to the competition will be assigned in accordance to the order in which registration forms are received. Coaches will be notified of practice times via phone.
20. All coaches will receive practice order and competition order (team, jump-off & tumble-off) no later than the Monday prior to the event.  No additional entries to the competition will be accepted after this date.
21. All coaches must report to the registration booth by 10:30 a.m. to submit parental consent forms for each participant and final team rosters.
22. Coaches may copy and distribute as many registrations, regulation and parental consent forms as necessary.
23.  Squad must have their own music ready for DJ.  CDs ONLY.  No cassette tapes will be permitted.
24. Squads are responsible for assigning someone to be with DJ for music operation.
25. If technical difficulties occur with audio system during performance, it will be determined by the judges and coordinators if squad will be awarded an opportunity to perform the routine again.
26. Disqualification or deductions to score may occur for failure to comply with regulations as outlined above.

JUMP-OFF

One member from each squad is eligible to enter the Jump-Off Competition.  There is NO LIMIT to the number of jumps the contestant can do, as long as it is considered a combination…Contestant cannot stop between jumps to prep for another jump.  Transition jumps are allowed.  Difficulty, as well as execution and height are scored, so a good single jump could beat a combination if combination is not executed with good technique.  Order of competition will be set based on receipt of registration forms.

TUMBLE-OFF

Each school may enter an unlimited number of contestants for the tumble-off competition.  Contestant is limited to one standing and one tumbling pass, however, there is NO LIMIT to the skills performed in your tumbling pass, as long as skills are connected and contestant remains on the competition mat.  (IE round-off back handspring back tuck, etc) Difficulty, as well as execution will be judged.  Standing tumbling can include multiple skills but must be from standing position.  Order of competition will be set based on receipt of registration forms.

SPIRIT AWARD

Judges will determine spirit award winners before the end of the competition event.  All results are final.

Williams County Fair Cheer-Off

Coaches Agreement

We the undersigned have read and understand the Williams County Fair Cheer-Off 2008 rules as of _________________________, 2008and agree to that our team(s) and we will abide by said rules.

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Signature of Coach                                           School of Team

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Date                                                                 Team Division(s)

Williams County Fair

Cheer-Off

Saturday, September 13, 2008 ~ 12:00pm

ENTRY FORM

School District:_____________________________________________________

School Address:_____________________________________________________

School Mascot:___________________ School Colors:______________________

Athletic Conference:_________________________________________________

Coaches:__________________________________________________________

Head Coach’s Address:_______________________________________________

Phone:__________________________Email:_____________________________

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Please circle which squad is yours:

Division I:  5^th Grade                                                Division II:  7^th Grade

                     6^th Grade                                                                       8^th Grade

         5^th & 6^th Combined                                                      7^th & 8^th Combined

Division III:  Freshman                                             Division IV:  JV Squads                                           

Division V:  Varsity

                                                                          JV/Varsity Combined

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Please indicate below the number of cheerleaders in each squad in the blank provided:

Div I_______  Div II_______  Div III_______  Div IV_______  Div V_______

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I have read and agree to comply with the regulations as outlined.  Failure to do so may result in disqualification or deductions to my squads’ scores.

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Signature                                                                                Date

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Cheer-Off

Saturday, September 13, 2008 ~ 12:00pm

TEAM ROSTER

Please list all squad members who will be competing in each division (use a separate roster page for each team):

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Williams County Fair

Cheer-Off

Saturday, September 13, 2008 ~ 12:00pm

RELEASE FORM

Participant’s Information:

Name:_____________________________________________________________

Date of Birth: ______________________

Parent or Legal Guardian’s Information:

Name:_____________________________________________________________

Relationship to Participant:_________________________________________________________

Home Phone: ______________________ Day Phone:_______________________

Address:___________________________________________________________

Email:_____________________________

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I do hereby give my child permission to participate in the Williams County Fair Cheer-Off.  Myself and my child do hereby consent and agree to hold the Williams County Ag Society, the Williams County Commissioners, the Williams County Fair Officials, and participants, sponsors and all persons associated with the contest free and harmless from liability for bodily injury or any other injury or damage sustained/suffered by the child while a participant in the Williams County Fair Cheer-Off. 

Parent or Legal Guardian Signature: _____________________________________

Date:__________________________