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CHEER Information
TYC is open to all athletes aged 5 - 16 (as of 7/31/2025)
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Cheer cost consists of Rental Fees, Choreography, Competition fees, Game fees, Uniform accessories etc.)
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​Total: $500 for 2025 Fall TYC Season​​
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​​TYFC has a NO REFUND POLICY
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Additional Expenses to Plan For
* Cheer apparel not included in registration fees or provided by the program.
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For example:
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Cheer sneakers (Coaches will let you know which ones to order needed for competition)
- Black leggings for cold days
- Black Jacket for cold days
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Warm-Up suit (optional) available on our squad locker-
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Hair piece
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Additional apparel or accessories may be needed, depending on competitions
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Competition entrance tickets
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Travel expenses for Competitions
ADVANCING TEAMS: Possible travel for regional and national competitions
(Planning for this at the start of the season is advised)
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If a team qualifies for the AYC National Championship the competition will take place in Kissimmee, Florida and this will be come with travel and hotel costs. There will also be fundraising opportunities to support the cost of travel for the cheerleaders and their families.
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Apparel, AcceSsories & Equipment
Cheerleaders are required to wear athletic clothing (Shorts, T-shirt, Sneakers are mandatory) to all practices. There should be no denim, zippers or buttons on shorts. Camis or spaghetti strapped tops are not allowed. (These can cause safety issues when stunting). No Jewelry is allowed (e.g. earrings or other piercings) with the exception of medical id bracelets or necklaces. All cheerleaders should have their hair pulled back in a ponytail for every practice. Nails should be kept short.
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Any items owned by Taunton Youth Cheer (Competition & Sideline Uniforms) are not to be worn outside of league sponsored events. They can be washed on the gentle cycle in cold water but line dried only. Uniforms will be returned to Taunton Youth Cheer at the end of the season. Uniforms not returned or damaged will be the financial responsibility of the parents or guardians.
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Team Placement
Division | Category |
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16U | ADVANCING |
14U | ADVANCING |
12U | ADVANCING |
10U | ADVANCING |
8U | NON-ADVANCING / EXHIBITION ONLY |
Non-advancing / Exhibition: For the younger cheerleaders on our 8U squads, non-advancing provides the opportunity for the team to perform at a competition, it also provides the opportunity for the cheerleaders to experience the competitive side of cheerleading without the pressure of advancing. Non-advancing teams may be placed at invitational or local competition events but do not advance to States/regionals. It is important to note that athletes are REQUIRED to attend these important showcases. Practices after August are limited to 2x a week, however may increase when needed leading up to a competition at the discretion of the Head Coach.
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Advancing: on our 10U/12U/14U/16U squads advancing provides the opportunity for the team’s routine to be judged, the squad to be placed and to advance. Advancing teams compete at invitational and Local competitions with the goal of placing in order to advance to State, Regional, and National Championship competitions. Advancing teams will practice 2-3x a week after August beginning in September and also may increase when needed leading up to a competition at the discretion of the Head Coach.
​​*See more information below regarding practice and competition schedules*
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Game Day Only (optional): Cheering for football games will take place on Saturdays and/or Sundays throughout September and October, with potential postseason games late October- early November.
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The program will also include cheerleading competitions that will take place on weekends. The competitions will provide the cheerleaders with the opportunity to showcase their skills and compete against other cheerleading squads from different towns.
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Sideline / Competition Attendance is included in our attendance policy which will be shared and need to be signed by athlete and caregiver.
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Schedules
July & August
Practices will begin July 28th
Summer practice will be 4 days, Monday-Thursday, 6-8pm to ensure all athletes get their conditioning needs met (Each athlete is required to complete 10 conditioning hours to avoid injury)
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August will have MANDATORY Choreography days for advancing teams. Choreography dates will take place in August. (Team specific dates and locations are TBD and we will let everyone know as soon as possible)
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September & Beyond
Practices will be 2-3 days a week through the competition season
NO Practice on Labor Day (September 2)
Practice schedule may be adjusted based on Competition dates
All practice schedules are ultimately at the discretion of the team's head coach
Practice days, times and locations TBD
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COMPETITION DATES
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10/4/25 Power in Pink ( Location TBD ) - ALL TEAMS
10/11/25 Invitational Competition ( Location TBD ) - TEAMS WILL VARY
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10/19/25 EMASS Locals ( Waltham ) - ALL TEAMS​
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10/25/25 States ( Lowell, MA ) - ALL NATIONALLY TRACKED TEAMS THAT PLACE TOP 3 AT LOCALS
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11/8/25 & 11/9/25 Regionals ( Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT ) - ALL NATIONALLY TRACKED TEAMS THAT PLACE TOP 3 AT STATES
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12/3/25 - 12/6/25
AYC National Championship (Kissimee, Fl) - ALL NATIONALLY TRACKED TEAMS THAT PLACE TOP 3 AT REGIONALS
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There may be additional competitions added to this schedule. Date and time to be determined. Exact competition times are usually not available until the week prior to the competition.
*Competition dates tentative and subject to change, all are MANDATORY for competitive athletes.
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Behavior Policy
All Cheerleaders are expected to adhere to the code of conduct.
Fighting, intimidation, bullying, use of illegal substances (including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and vaping by minors) or disrespect for authority by any cheerleader or parent during practices, games or Taunton Youth Football & Cheer functions will not be tolerated. These activities may result in suspension and/or removal from the Taunton Youth Football & Cheer program without refund.
Please remember that each cheerleader is representing Taunton Youth Football & Cheer and the City of Taunton. Cheerleaders and parents should always conduct themselves in a proper manner and display good sportsmanship to the organization, team members, coaches and opposing teams.