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Cheering FAQ

What do I need to know about cheering uniforms?

Cheerleaders will need to purchase a game uniform (not included in the registration fee).  Each cheerleader will be responsible for having their own black shorts to wear under their skirt as well as white cheering shoes.  SJT will provide 2 hair bows.  One will be maroon and gold.  The other will be pink and will be worn during October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

What does my cheerleader wear/bring to practice?

Cheerleaders should wear shorts, a t-shirt and white sneakers to practice.  Cheerleaders should also bring a water bottle labeled with their name.

When and where is cheerleader practice?

Practices for the season will be determined prior to the expected August start.

In year's past, practices have been twice per week from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.  The first practice will take place around the second week in  August at Thornton Academy.  In September, practices will likely move indoors to the Saco Rec and/or the stage in the Thornton Academy gymnasium.

When can my cheerleader expect to cheer at games?

Games will likely start the first weekend in September.  Game schedules will be distributed as soon as they are available.  

Grades 2-6 will cheer for all home games which are usually scheduled on Saturdays & Sundays.  Grades 7 & 8 will cheer for all home and away games which are usually scheduled on Saturdays & Sundays.

Can I volunteer?

Volunteers are always welcome!  Parent coaches are needed. (NO cheering experiencing needed).  Team parents are needed for younger teams.