Level 2
KINGSBOROUGH Game & Competition Cheer Teams 2013 - 2014
LET’S START A TIDAL WAVE OF TRADITION KCC CHEER The Kingsborough Community College Athletic Department supports and directs the Wave Cheer Team. As a sport team in the athletic department the cheer team adheres to the role and mission of the Kingsborough Community College Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. The KCC Cheer Team is a vital part of the athletic program providing entertainment and motivation for our teams; as acting ambassadors for the college participating at countless events and community service projects throughout the year. The Wave Cheer Team is looking for intelligent and energetic athletes that enjoy cheering and would like the opportunity to cheer at the college level. At KCC we cheer at all of the home basketball games and select sporting events throughout the year. At the games you will have the chance to cheer in front of a tidal wave screaming KCC Wave fans! The KCC Cheer team program was established as an athletic sport in the FALL of 2008 and we are looking to build a very strong tradition. Members of the team will be recognized as true spirit leaders on campus. The 20-25 members will be highly visible throughout the year and can be seen at athletic events, campus programs and volunteering within the KCC community. The team practices 3 times a week (tentatively set for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) also there will be a required athletic study hall, as well as required team cardio training. Though a number of hours are required each week to prepare for events, students are able and encouraged to seek participation in other organizations. The KCC cheer team is led by a tandem coaching staff with many years of experience!
General Information Thank you for inquiring about the Kingsborough Community College Cheer Team. Kingsborough Cheer Team can be seen supporting KBCC Men’s and Women’s Basketball as well as performing at Youth Cheerleading events. The team also participates in many charitable events. Competition will be based on team eligibility, skill level and commitment. As student-athletes, Kingsborough Cheerleaders must balance school and an active cheer schedule. Cheerleaders must be full-time students and must maintain a minimum of 2.0 grade point average. Our tentative practice schedule is on Tuesdays Wednesday & Thursdays 4:00 - 7:00pm throughout the season. Games are played in the evenings during the week and in the afternoon during the weekends. Please take this into consideration when scheduling classes and work schedules. Prior to trying-out, you must be a registered student at Kingsborough CC with a full-time schedule. You must also have medical clearance from your doctor. You can find these physical forms on the college website: Print out both forms. Have your doctor fill out the physical form, this form must be signed and stamped by your doctor and you will fill out the questionnaire. Return all completed forms to Coach Anna. During open gyms and try-outs; the coaches’ will determine each athlete's skill level, sportsmanship, leadership abilities, and crowd presence. Selection of cheerleaders is based upon the sole discretion of the coaches. We are open to ALL LEVELS of CHEER and DANCE experience… For Competition Varsity experience required. Cheer candidates should possess strong stunt, tumble, jump, cheer and dance skills. Please contact Coach Anna or Coach Sky if you are interested in trying-out along with information about your cheerleading experience. Experienced candidates will be invited to open gyms. Contact: Coach Anna - Head Cheer Coach Kingsborough Community College 718-368-5140 [email protected]
Coach Sky – Asst. Cheer Coach Kingsborough Community College 718 501- 9794 [email protected]
Open Gym / Clinics / Workshops: Friday, September 12th 4:00pm – 6:00pm Friday, September 13th 4:00pm – 6:00pm Saturday, September 14th 12:00pm – 4:00pm SAVE THE DATES HOMECOMING 10/13/13 KCC Walk-A-Thon First Basketball Game 11/16/13 Material learned at the clinics will be evaluated during the FINAL evaluation process on Thursday, October 10th. Stunt technique and safety will be taught at the clinics. Instruction will be presented by coaching staff. These clinics are open to all. Only participants will be allowed in the practice area and no spectators allowed. Practice attire and shoes are encouraged for the clinic. Apparel with other cheer teams or logos is strongly discouraged. KCC School Colors STRONGLY recommended. NO JEWELRY!!! PERIOD!!!
Hair Pull Back Off Shoulders wear a fitted T-shirt or tank top or sports bra, athletic shorts, and cheer shoes or cross trainer sneaker.
Clinic Tips Positive attitude Willingness to Learn Enthusiasm Team spirit Athletic physique Great overall health Focus on perfecting the basics before advancing Tight and sharp motions are required Tumbling is strongly preferred, but not required this year. Placement on team is based on points, attitude, and coach's discretion Tumbling Scoring: You will be expected to perform any skill evaluated for the duration of the season! Any of these skills performed with a spot will reduce the score by one point. Jumps are scored: 1 – 5
1
2
3
4
5
BHS (with a spot)
BHS
Tuck
Layout or specialty pass
Full
GAME DAY*BLUE TEAM* Competition Team *Gold Team/Cheer* Level: There are 5 level choices for our cheer teams. The “level” refers to the type of stunts, pyramids, and tumbling that a team can perform. They are numbered 1 to 5; five being the most difficult. The level is determined solely by the coaching staff. We are looking for mastered skills in each of these levels. Mastered is not the ability to throw the skill, it is the ability to perform the skill with good form and with a certain level of perfection. Please read placement below for more information.
Placement: There may be athletes on any given team that tumble at a different level than the rest of their teammates. We try to match up the athletes by level as best we can, but please remember that stunting, pyramids, jumps, dance, motions, dedication and determination are huge factors as well. There may be athletes on any given level without mastered tumble skills. We chose our teams based on the positions we need to fill (base, flyer, tumblers, etc.). Every athlete is on a team for a reason, please trust the staff. My teams have done well and I am confident in our decisions. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Levels 1 - 5 Requirements Level 1 Tumbling – must have a cartwheel, round off and forward roll. Front and back walkovers. Jumps – must demonstrate three different jumps.
Level 2 Tumbling – must have a standing back handspring and a round off backhand spring. Jumps – must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps (pointed toes, landing with feet together) including a double (whip) jump combination. Stunts – must demonstrate a level 2 stunt (examples: prep level liberty variations, extension) Motion/Dance – each student must demonstrate an average understanding of motion technique (sharpness/arm placement).
Level 3 Tumbling – must have a standing back handspring series (2 or more) and a round off tuck, round off handspring tuck, round off series (2 or more) to tuck, specialty pass through to tuck. (Example: front handspring, punch front forward roll, or handspring step-out half turn through to tuck.) Jumps – must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps including a triple (whip) jump combination with at least a level toe touch. Stunts – must demonstrate a level 3 stunt (examples: extended liberty variations, extension full down cradle, inversion to sponge level, full up to prep level. Motion/Dance – must demonstrate above average understanding of motion technique and counts.
Level 4 Tumbling –must have a standing back tuck, a toe back handspring back tuck or layout, 2 handsprings to tuck or layout, triple toe back, and either a layout or a specialty pass through to a layout (example: front handspring, punch front, or whip through to layout) Jumps – must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps including a triple (whip) jump combination with an above level toe touch. Stunts – must demonstrate a level 4 stunt (examples: extended liberty variations with a full down cradle,
inversion to prep level stunt, full up to extended stunt, double down from 2 legged stunt, and kick single baskets) Motion/Dance – must demonstrate an excellent understanding of motion technique and counts.
Level 5 Standing Tumbling – triple whip jump combo to tuck, standing full, one to full/double or two to full/double. Running Tumbling – two step hurdle round off full/double, and a specialty pass through to a full or double full. Jumps – must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps including a triple (whip) jump combination with a back tuck, variety and an above level toe touch. Stunts – must demonstrate a level 5 stunt (examples: extended liberty variations including an overstretch with double down dismounts, full up to extended liberty variation, and kick double baskets) Motion/Dance –must demonstrate a superb understanding of motion technique and counts
IMPORTANT: Leaders WITHOUT standing tumbling to FULL/DOUBLE and without running FULL or specialty pass through to FULL/DOUBLE will be eligible for Level 4
Level Break Down by Tumble Skill Please remember these requirements are only guidelines, there will be some exceptions!
Level 1 *round off *cartwheel *back walkover *front walkover
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
*RO BHS *Standing BHS *Running Specialty with a BHS
*RO BHS Tuck *Standing 2 BHS *Toe-Touch BHS
*Standing Tuck *Toe-Touch BHS Layout *Running Layout *Running Specialty into Layout
Level 5 *Jumps to Tuck *Standing 2 BHS Full *Running Full/Double Full *Specialty Pass into Full
Level 2 ON TEAM Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 PLACEMENT IS BASED ON POINTS, ATTITUDE, AND COACH'S DISCRETION. ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS CONTACT COACH SKY [email protected] / 718.501.9794
*round off *cartwheel *back walkover *front walkover
Level 1 *round off *cartwheel
*RO BHS *Standing BHS *Running Specialty with a BHS
*RO BHS Tuck *Standing 2 BHS *Toe-Touch BHS
*Standing Tuck *Toe-Touch BHS Layout *Running Layout *Running Specialty into Layout
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
*RO BHS *Standing
*RO BHS Tuck *Standing 2
*Standing Tuck
*Jumps to Tuck *Standing 2 BHS Full *Running Full/Double Full *Specialty Pass into Full
Level 5 *Jumps to Tuck *Standing 2 BHS Full
LET’S START A TIDAL WAVE OF TRADITION KCC CHEER The Kingsborough Community College Athletic Department supports and directs the Wave Cheer Team. As a sport team in the athletic department the cheer team adheres to the role and mission of the Kingsborough Community College Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. The KCC Cheer Team is a vital part of the athletic program providing entertainment and motivation for our teams; as acting ambassadors for the college participating at countless events and community service projects throughout the year. The Wave Cheer Team is looking for intelligent and energetic athletes that enjoy cheering and would like the opportunity to cheer at the college level. At KCC we cheer at all of the home basketball games and select sporting events throughout the year. At the games you will have the chance to cheer in front of a tidal wave screaming KCC Wave fans! The KCC Cheer team program was established as an athletic sport in the FALL of 2008 and we are looking to build a very strong tradition. Members of the team will be recognized as true spirit leaders on campus. The 20-25 members will be highly visible throughout the year and can be seen at athletic events, campus programs and volunteering within the KCC community. The team practices 3 times a week (tentatively set for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) also there will be a required athletic study hall, as well as required team cardio training. Though a number of hours are required each week to prepare for events, students are able and encouraged to seek participation in other organizations. The KCC cheer team is led by a tandem coaching staff with many years of experience!
General Information Thank you for inquiring about the Kingsborough Community College Cheer Team. Kingsborough Cheer Team can be seen supporting KBCC Men’s and Women’s Basketball as well as performing at Youth Cheerleading events. The team also participates in many charitable events. Competition will be based on team eligibility, skill level and commitment. As student-athletes, Kingsborough Cheerleaders must balance school and an active cheer schedule. Cheerleaders must be full-time students and must maintain a minimum of 2.0 grade point average. Our tentative practice schedule is on Tuesdays Wednesday & Thursdays 4:00 - 7:00pm throughout the season. Games are played in the evenings during the week and in the afternoon during the weekends. Please take this into consideration when scheduling classes and work schedules. Prior to trying-out, you must be a registered student at Kingsborough CC with a full-time schedule. You must also have medical clearance from your doctor. You can find these physical forms on the college website: Print out both forms. Have your doctor fill out the physical form, this form must be signed and stamped by your doctor and you will fill out the questionnaire. Return all completed forms to Coach Anna. During open gyms and try-outs; the coaches’ will determine each athlete's skill level, sportsmanship, leadership abilities, and crowd presence. Selection of cheerleaders is based upon the sole discretion of the coaches. We are open to ALL LEVELS of CHEER and DANCE experience… For Competition Varsity experience required. Cheer candidates should possess strong stunt, tumble, jump, cheer and dance skills. Please contact Coach Anna or Coach Sky if you are interested in trying-out along with information about your cheerleading experience. Experienced candidates will be invited to open gyms. Contact: Coach Anna - Head Cheer Coach Kingsborough Community College 718-368-5140 [email protected]
Coach Sky – Asst. Cheer Coach Kingsborough Community College 718 501- 9794 [email protected]
Open Gym / Clinics / Workshops: Friday, September 12th 4:00pm – 6:00pm Friday, September 13th 4:00pm – 6:00pm Saturday, September 14th 12:00pm – 4:00pm SAVE THE DATES HOMECOMING 10/13/13 KCC Walk-A-Thon First Basketball Game 11/16/13 Material learned at the clinics will be evaluated during the FINAL evaluation process on Thursday, October 10th. Stunt technique and safety will be taught at the clinics. Instruction will be presented by coaching staff. These clinics are open to all. Only participants will be allowed in the practice area and no spectators allowed. Practice attire and shoes are encouraged for the clinic. Apparel with other cheer teams or logos is strongly discouraged. KCC School Colors STRONGLY recommended. NO JEWELRY!!! PERIOD!!!
Hair Pull Back Off Shoulders wear a fitted T-shirt or tank top or sports bra, athletic shorts, and cheer shoes or cross trainer sneaker.
Clinic Tips Positive attitude Willingness to Learn Enthusiasm Team spirit Athletic physique Great overall health Focus on perfecting the basics before advancing Tight and sharp motions are required Tumbling is strongly preferred, but not required this year. Placement on team is based on points, attitude, and coach's discretion Tumbling Scoring: You will be expected to perform any skill evaluated for the duration of the season! Any of these skills performed with a spot will reduce the score by one point. Jumps are scored: 1 – 5
1
2
3
4
5
BHS (with a spot)
BHS
Tuck
Layout or specialty pass
Full
GAME DAY*BLUE TEAM* Competition Team *Gold Team/Cheer* Level: There are 5 level choices for our cheer teams. The “level” refers to the type of stunts, pyramids, and tumbling that a team can perform. They are numbered 1 to 5; five being the most difficult. The level is determined solely by the coaching staff. We are looking for mastered skills in each of these levels. Mastered is not the ability to throw the skill, it is the ability to perform the skill with good form and with a certain level of perfection. Please read placement below for more information.
Placement: There may be athletes on any given team that tumble at a different level than the rest of their teammates. We try to match up the athletes by level as best we can, but please remember that stunting, pyramids, jumps, dance, motions, dedication and determination are huge factors as well. There may be athletes on any given level without mastered tumble skills. We chose our teams based on the positions we need to fill (base, flyer, tumblers, etc.). Every athlete is on a team for a reason, please trust the staff. My teams have done well and I am confident in our decisions. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Levels 1 - 5 Requirements Level 1 Tumbling – must have a cartwheel, round off and forward roll. Front and back walkovers. Jumps – must demonstrate three different jumps.
Level 2 Tumbling – must have a standing back handspring and a round off backhand spring. Jumps – must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps (pointed toes, landing with feet together) including a double (whip) jump combination. Stunts – must demonstrate a level 2 stunt (examples: prep level liberty variations, extension) Motion/Dance – each student must demonstrate an average understanding of motion technique (sharpness/arm placement).
Level 3 Tumbling – must have a standing back handspring series (2 or more) and a round off tuck, round off handspring tuck, round off series (2 or more) to tuck, specialty pass through to tuck. (Example: front handspring, punch front forward roll, or handspring step-out half turn through to tuck.) Jumps – must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps including a triple (whip) jump combination with at least a level toe touch. Stunts – must demonstrate a level 3 stunt (examples: extended liberty variations, extension full down cradle, inversion to sponge level, full up to prep level. Motion/Dance – must demonstrate above average understanding of motion technique and counts.
Level 4 Tumbling –must have a standing back tuck, a toe back handspring back tuck or layout, 2 handsprings to tuck or layout, triple toe back, and either a layout or a specialty pass through to a layout (example: front handspring, punch front, or whip through to layout) Jumps – must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps including a triple (whip) jump combination with an above level toe touch. Stunts – must demonstrate a level 4 stunt (examples: extended liberty variations with a full down cradle,
inversion to prep level stunt, full up to extended stunt, double down from 2 legged stunt, and kick single baskets) Motion/Dance – must demonstrate an excellent understanding of motion technique and counts.
Level 5 Standing Tumbling – triple whip jump combo to tuck, standing full, one to full/double or two to full/double. Running Tumbling – two step hurdle round off full/double, and a specialty pass through to a full or double full. Jumps – must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps including a triple (whip) jump combination with a back tuck, variety and an above level toe touch. Stunts – must demonstrate a level 5 stunt (examples: extended liberty variations including an overstretch with double down dismounts, full up to extended liberty variation, and kick double baskets) Motion/Dance –must demonstrate a superb understanding of motion technique and counts
IMPORTANT: Leaders WITHOUT standing tumbling to FULL/DOUBLE and without running FULL or specialty pass through to FULL/DOUBLE will be eligible for Level 4
Level Break Down by Tumble Skill Please remember these requirements are only guidelines, there will be some exceptions!
Level 1 *round off *cartwheel *back walkover *front walkover
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
*RO BHS *Standing BHS *Running Specialty with a BHS
*RO BHS Tuck *Standing 2 BHS *Toe-Touch BHS
*Standing Tuck *Toe-Touch BHS Layout *Running Layout *Running Specialty into Layout
Level 5 *Jumps to Tuck *Standing 2 BHS Full *Running Full/Double Full *Specialty Pass into Full
Level 2 ON TEAM Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 PLACEMENT IS BASED ON POINTS, ATTITUDE, AND COACH'S DISCRETION. ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS CONTACT COACH SKY [email protected] / 718.501.9794
*round off *cartwheel *back walkover *front walkover
Level 1 *round off *cartwheel
*RO BHS *Standing BHS *Running Specialty with a BHS
*RO BHS Tuck *Standing 2 BHS *Toe-Touch BHS
*Standing Tuck *Toe-Touch BHS Layout *Running Layout *Running Specialty into Layout
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
*RO BHS *Standing
*RO BHS Tuck *Standing 2
*Standing Tuck
*Jumps to Tuck *Standing 2 BHS Full *Running Full/Double Full *Specialty Pass into Full
Level 5 *Jumps to Tuck *Standing 2 BHS Full
