4701 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054
2017 CALIFORNIA’S GREAT AMERICA
SPOOKTACULAR
CHEERLEADING COMPETITION OCTOBER 7, 2017
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Event Hours October 7th | 8:00am Early Entry to Cheerleading Competition | 9:00am Competition Starts
Park Operating Hours October 7th | 10:00am–5:30pm Halloween Haunt 7:00pm–12:00am
Competition Information Great News!
Warm-Up Area
Choose a Two Day Ticket Package and save up to 40% on general admission prices. Compete and enjoy two full days at California’s Great America on Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8 for only $90 per competitor or $78 per supporter (Halloween Haunt not included). Single Day competitor tickets are also available for only $51 per competitor and Single Day Supporter tickets are available for only $39.00 per supporter. Interested in staying for Halloween Haunt?* Haunt upgrades are available for Saturday, October 7 for only $35 more per person. This year we are partnering with GET Sports, a youth travel company, who will be sending all tickets to you electronically. They can also assist with hotel accommodations, bus transportation, additional activities, etc. For a group travel package quote, contact Gretchen Noack at
[email protected].
Great America Pavilion — Warm-up facilities at this location are limited and may include grass area and/or carpet bonded foam mat pieces. Stunting and/or tumbling on cement areas are ground for disqualification.
This competition is a USA Regional Competition. Qualifying high school spirit teams with an averaged score of 75 points or above will receive a bid to USA Spirit Nationals to be held in Anaheim, California February 23 – 25, 2018. Qualifying Jr. High/Middle School and Sports/Independent teams with an average score of 75 points or above will receive a bid to USA USA Junior Nationals to be held in southern California, February 25, 2018.
NEW This Year! Great America has now themed this Cheerleading event to match in with the park’s Halloween decor. Plan to compete for special awards, such as the Crazy Halloween Hair or the Scary Makeup Award! Also New this year, teams that are not quite ready to compete but want to receive valuable feedback from the judges, can opt to do “Evaluation only” Just indicate this by marking the box on the Registration form.
Save! “Spirit Supporter” Tickets All spectators are required to have a theme park ticket for admission to view the competition. Each “ $39.00 Single Day Spirit Supporter” (spectator) is able to attend the event AND enjoy an entire day at California’s Great America AND add HAUNT for just $35.00 each ticket type. That’s over 40% off the general admission price of $69.00! NEW this year, supporters can purchase tickets online at cagreatamerica. com/cheer.
Coaches Get 1 Free Souvenir Photo! Kaman’s Art Shoppes will be at the 2017 USA Spooktacular Cheerleading Competition to take pictures of every team. One free color photo will be sent to the primary coach for each team photographed, courtesy of Kaman’s Art Shoppes. Order forms will be available at the event.
Performance Area The 2017 School and Sports/Independent Cheerleading and Song/Pom/Dance Competition will be held in the Redwood Amphitheater at California’s Great America. There will be no practicing on the performance floor prior to the competition. The stage size is 60' x 46'. A carpet bonded foam mat measuring 54' x 42' will be placed on the stage for all cheerleading performances. The mat may or may not be removed for the songleading/pom categories/divisions. Dance teams who compete in the Redwood Amphitheater should note that the stage is covered in concrete. Footwear must be worn and should appropriate to your technical level for this type of surface. All stunts and tumbling must be completed on the mat. At this competition, a warning will be given for any infraction of this rule. You will not receive a penalty if you step off of the mat.
Performance Order/ Schedules Typically, performance order is based on the receipt of registrations. The first registration received will be the last to perform in that division and the last registration received will be the first to perform. Adjustments may be necessary due to division/team conflicts. The “Person to Receive Correspondence” will be sent/emailed a tentative line up with performance times at least 10 days prior to the competition. These times are subject to change. The final schedule will be available by checking http://usa. varsity.com after 5:00 p.m. (PST) the Wednesday day prior to your competition. As of this day, performance times should remain the same regardless of scratches. It is the advisor’s responsibility to check the schedule for accuracy prior to the team taking the performance floor. The “Person to Receive Correspondence” will be sent a second email directly Adventures America with the theme park’s admission tickets attached for the event. Requests for category/division changes will be accommodated only if notice is submitted in writing 10 days prior to the affected event. Competition fees and spectator tickets are non-refundable. Competition fees for this event are non- transferable and may not be used for any other USA event.
Categories/Division Rules School and Sports/Independent Teams — Routines at all school-based cheerleading and song/pom USA competitions must adhere to the following documents which may be found at http://usa.varsity.com. • 2017 – 18 USA Division Grid • 2017 – 18 General Information • 2017 – 18 AACCA School Cheer Safety Rules (all cheer teams) • 2017 – 18 School/Sports/Independent Teams Show Cheer Division Limitations • 2017 – 18 USA Song/Pom Division Limitations All Star Teams — Routines at all all star based dance competitions must adhere to the following documents which may be found at http://usa.varsity.com. • 2017 – 18 USA Division Grid • 2017 – 18 General Information • 2017 – 18 USASF Dance Rules (may also be found at www.usasf.net)
Insurance Each participant must have his/her own personal insurance, which must be documented on the USA/CGA Medical Release and Appearance Form. All competitors must submit the form in order to compete. Great America and/or the USA will not be responsible or held liable for any injuries occurring at these events. First aid staff will be on site at all competitions to provide assistance for emergencies only. Taping of wrists/ankles for individual performers will not be provided, unless medically necessary to treat an injury.
Dressing Rooms Dressing rooms will not be available. Restrooms will be available. California’s Great America and/or the USA will not be responsible for any lost or stolen articles.
For competition division questions, call the USA at: 1.800.886.4USA (4872) For ticket & information, call GET Sports: 866.877.4445
2017 USA SPOOKTACULAR Cheerleading Competition Entry & Ticket Order Ticket Orders and Entries must be received by September 15, 2017. The event takes place rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable.
WE WANT TO COMPETE IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:
(Please check the appropriate category/categories; # of squad members must be included to receive a performance time.)
Total Females: ____________+ Total Males: ____________ = Total Participants: ____________ c Evaluation Only School/Squad Name_______________________________________________________________ City______________________________________________________ Director’s Name________________________________________ Cell Phone (_____)___________ Signature__________________________________________________ Person to Receive Correspondence____________________________________________________ Email____________________________________________________ Shipping Address (Not P.O. Box)_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City___________________________________________________________________________ State____________________________ Zip______________________ Work Phone (_____) ___________________________ Home Phone (_____) ___________________________ School Phone (_____) _____________________________
DIVISION/CATEGORY
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
High School & Jr. High/Middle School Teams (Redwood Amphitheater)
DIVISION/CATEGORY
Sr. All Star Jazz
Varsity Show Cheer — Advanced
Jr. All Star Jazz
Small Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Advanced
Youth All Star Jazz
Large Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Advanced
Mini All Star Jazz
JV Show Cheer — Advanced
Tiny All Star Jazz
TICKET ORDER FORM
Please Note: Additional spectator tickets can be purchased online at cagreatamerica.com/cheer. Online ticket sales will end October 4, 2017. NEW THIS YEAR: Tickets will be delivered via email to the person indicated to receive correspondence. Tickets are non-refundable. #
Co-Ed JV Show Cheer — Advanced
Open All Star Hip Hop
Freshman Show Cheer — Advanced
Sr. All Star Hip Hop
Jr. High/Middle Show Cheer — Advanced
Jr. All Star Hip Hop
Jr. High/Middle Co-Ed Show Cheer — Advanced
Youth All Star Hip Hop
Elementary Show Cheer — Advanced
Mini All Star Hip Hop
Varsity Show Cheer — Non-Tumbling
Tiny All Star Hip Hop
Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Non-Tumbling
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
Ticket Type
Total
Participant x $5100
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Season/Gold/Platinum Pass Holder Participant Performance Fee x $1800
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Spirit Supporter x $3900
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(This #, plus any season pass participants, must match number of total performers)
Sports Teams (Redwood Amphitheater)
Spectators that use their season passes to enter the park, will have to pay $35.00 to upgrade to Haunt, if they choose to attend. This can be done at the park on the day of the event.
JV Show Cheer — Non-Tumbling
Midget Open Show Cheer Advanced (15 yrs & Younger)
Jr. High/Middle Show Cheer — Non-Tumbling
Midget Show Cheer Advanced (11 – 15 yrs)
Varsity Show Cheer — Intermediate
Jr. Midget Show Cheer Advanced (10 – 12 yrs)
Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Intermediate
Jr. Midget Open Show Cheer Advanced (12 yrs & Younger)
JV Show Cheer — Intermediate
Pee Wee Show Cheer Advanced (9 – 11 yrs)
Supporters can purchase tickets online at cagreatamerica.com/cheer. The 1 free supporter ticket for every 15, is not available online
Freshman Show Cheer — Intermediate
Jr. Pee Wee Show Cheer Advanced (7 – 10 yrs)
FREE Spirit Supporter
Mighty Mites Show Cheer Advanced (5 – 8 yrs)
Jr. High/Middle Co-Ed Show Cheer - Intermediate
Midget Open Show Cheer Novice (15 yrs & Younger)
(1 per every 15 tickets ordered-Season/Gold/ Platinum Pass holder participant tickets do not count towards the 15)
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Jr. High/Middle Show Cheer – Intermediate Varsity Show Cheer — Novice
Midget Show Cheer Novice (11 – 15 yrs)
Halloween Haunt Upgrade Ticket x $3500
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Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Novice
Jr. Midget Show Cheer Novice (10 – 12 yrs)
FREE Halloween Haunt Upgrade
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JV Show Cheer — Novice
Jr. Midget Open Show Cheer Novice (12 yrs & Younger)
(1 free Haunt upgrade for every 15 purchased Haunt Upgrades
Freshman Show Cheer — Novice
Pee Wee Show Cheer Novice (9 – 11 yrs)
2 Day Participant x $9000
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Jr. High/Middle Show Cheer — Novice
Jr. Pee Wee Show Cheer Novice (7 – 10 yrs)
2 Day Supporter x $7800
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Jr. High/Middle Co-Ed Show Cheer — Novice
Mighty Mites Show Cheer Novice (5 – 8 yrs)
FREE 2 Day Spirit Supporter
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Elementary Show Cheer — Novice
Midget Open Songleading/Pom Pon (15 yrs & Younger)
Varsity Songleading/Pom Pon — Advanced
Midget Songleading/Pom Pon (11 – 15 yrs)
JV Songleading/Pom Pon — Advanced
Jr. Midget Songleading/Pom Pon (10 – 12 yrs)
Freshman Songleading/Pom Pon — Advanced
Jr. Midget Open Songleading/Pom Pon (12 yrs & Younger)
Varsity Songleading/Pom Pon — Intermediate
Pee Wee Songleading/Pom Pon (9 – 11 yrs)
JV Songleading/Pom Pon — Intermediate
Jr. Pee Wee Songleading/Pom Pon (7 – 10 yrs)
o School/Group check o Cashiers o Check o Money Order
Freshman Songleading/Pom Pon — Intermediate
Mighty Mites Songleading/Pom Pon (5 – 8 yrs)
Make payable to California’s Great America “GET Sports”
Varsity Songleading/Pom Pon — Novice
Independent Teams (Redwood Amphitheater)
(Receive 1 free supporter ticket per every 15 paid supporter and performer tickets)
1 Free 2 Day supporter ticket, for every 15 2 Day tickets purchased
TOTAL
Method of Payment
Sorry we do not accept personal checks or purchase orders for payment
o Mastercard
o Visa
o Discover o American Express
JV Songleading/Pom Pon — Novice
Midget Open Show Cheer Advanced (15 yrs & Younger)
Freshman Songleading/Pom Pon — Novice
Jr. Midget Open Show Cheer Advanced (12 yrs & Younger)
Jr. High/Middle Songleading/Pom Pon
Midget Open Show Cheer Novice (15 yrs & Younger)
Cardholder Name (Print) _________________________________
Elementary Songleading/Pom Pon
Jr. Midget Open Show Cheer Novice (12 yrs & Younger)
Cardholder Signature_____________________________________
Midget Open Songleading/Pom Pon (15 yrs & Younger)
Billing address __________________________________________
All Star Dance Teams (Redwood Amphitheater) Open All Star Pom Sr. All Star Pom Jr. All Star Pom Youth All Star Pom Mini All Star Pom Tiny All Star Pom
Jr. Midget Open Songleading/Pom Pon (12 yrs & Younger)
Account number__________________ Exp Date_______________
City____________________________ State ______ Zip_________ Order Summary: I have enclosed the following: 1) Complete entry ticket order form 2) T otal payment payable to GET Sports, our new ticketing partner. If both items above are enclosed, please mail to: USA/ California’s Great America 5770 Warland Dr. Suite B Cypress, CA 90630 If you are paying by credit card, you can fax your order to 866. 761.9365
2017 CALIFORNIA’S GREAT AMERICA
SPOOKTACULAR
CHEERLEADING COMPETITION OCTOBER 7, 2017
$119 PER NIGHT Amenities Include:
• Complimentary American Breakfast Buffet
• Heated Outdoor Pool
• Complimentary Parking
• Full-Service Restaurants
• Complimentary Wi-Fi Access
• Standard Double Beds and Suites Available
For Reservations call 408.988.8411 and Reference Booking ID #34823. Deadline for Special Rate is 9/22/17. Located at 2151 Laurelwood Road, Santa Clara, CA 95054
129 per night
$
Amenities Include:
• Complimentary Hot Buffet Breakfast
• Complimentary WiFi Access
• Complimentary Parking
• Outdoor Pool
• Recreation Room with Billiards Table, Ping Pong Table, and Bocce Ball Court
Call Homewood Suites Reservations at 408.262.1065. Deadline for special rate is 9/7/17. Located at 4315 N. First St., San Jose, CA 95134
135 per night
$
Amenities Include:
• Breakfast Friday 6am-9am, Saturday & Sunday 7am – 10:30am • Complimentary Evening Reception 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Call Embassy Suites Reservations at 800.362.2779 and reference C-60Q. Deadline for special rate is 9/16/17. Located at 2885 Lakeside Drive, Santa Clara CA 95054
139 per night
$
Double and Standard Rooms
Amenities Include: • Business Center
• Swimming Pool
• Fitness Center
• Full-Service Restaurant
• All Double Rooms have 2 Queen Beds
Call Marriott Reservations at 1.800.228.9290. Deadline for special rate is 9/17/17. Located at 2700 Mission College Boulevard, Santa Clara CA 95054
149 per night
$
Includes hot American Breakfast Buffet for 2 guests per night
Additional vouchers can be purchased. Complimentary breakfast for children 5 & under.
Amenities Include: • #1 Full-Service Hotel on TripAdvisor • Complimentary WiFi in Guest Rooms
• Complimentary Parking (1 vehicle per room)
• Outdoor pool
• Full-Service Restaurant
• Express check-out
• Fitness facilities
Call Hilton Reservations at 408.330.0001. Deadline for special rate 9/16/17. Located at 4949 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara CA 95054
Event Hours October 7th | 8:00am Early Entry to Cheerleading Competition | 9:00am Competition Starts
Park Operating Hours October 7th | 10:00am–5:30pm Halloween Haunt 7:00pm–12:00am