St. Luke's Upward Cheerleading FAQ

Table of Contents How do I volunteer to coach? Do I have to know about cheerleading to volunteer? How are the age groups divided? Is there an evaluation I have to attend like in Basketball and Soccer? Can I be in both cheerleading and basketball? When does the season for cheerleading take place?

How do I volunteer to coach... ?

Contact Patrick Manney, Director of Recreation and Wellness at St. Luke's by calling 407-876-4991 ext 251.  Or email him at pmanney@st.lukes.org. We need your name, email, phone number, and what age group you would like to coach.

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Do I have to know about cheerleading to volunteer?

No, as in all UPWARD programs a coaches book which spells out a minute-by-minute coaching routine is given to all coaches.  In the book each week's scripture lesson, how-to guides on cheer moves, etc are all included.

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How are the age groups divided?

Currently, we plan to follow the age group breakdowns or league splits we have in basketball.  For example, if we get enough cheerleaders, then 1st and 2nd grade cheerleaders would cheer at 1st and 2nd grade games.

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Is there an evaluation I have to attend like in Basketball and Soccer?

There is not a skills evaluation, however each child must attend one of the evaluation days so they can be sized properly for the uniform.  Currently this will occur on November 16th and 20th, 2004.  Times TBA.

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Can I be in both cheerleading and basketball?

Since the same age groups will be cheering at the same time their age group is playing basketball this would not be possible. 

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When does the season for cheerleading take place?

We will follow the Basketball Season and schedule.  Registration starts October 10th 2004.  Sizing days are November 16th and 20th.  Orientation day is December 11th.  Practices start on January 3rd, 2005.  First Game day occurs on Jan. 15th 2005.

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