Practices will start no earlier than August 1st. August is a very critical month. This is the time that cheers/chants are being taught, skill-sets are being evaluated, JAMZ Camp (team bonding!), your athlete gets certified at player certification day (see below), and positions get determined. Cheering is made up in two components; Sideline Cheer and Competition Cheer. Cheerleaders must participate in both components in order to be on a cheer roster. Both components require commitment and dedication, with practices and performances throughout the season. Cheering from the sideline will start August-November. All football games are played on Saturdays. Parents are responsible for providing transportation to all games for their cheerleader. Our first Locals Competition is usually towards the end of October. While our Regionals Competition is in November. Competitions can last till January, depends on Coach and teams!