NLYAA Football Cheer and Competition Cheerleading Sign ups will open 

April 15th 2024.  

NLYAA Football Cheerleading Director- Samantha Boyko (484) 550-5212 - [email protected]
We are in the process of implementing a parent committee guided by our team moms.  We would LOVE to hear from you!
Please attend our  meetings to have your suggestions be heard!

We are so excited to start a new season with you all! 

Our season will be starting early this year.
First football cheer practice will be July 15th
First Competition Cheer practice will be August 2nd

Registration Information:
Registration for both football Cheer and competition cheer will open April 15th.
Football Cheer registration will be open until July 31st, 2024 and must be completed online.
Late registrations will be accepted from August 1st through August 15th with an additional $10 late fee.
Competition Cheer registration will be open until July 31st.  Athlete MUST participate in Football Cheer in order to be eligible to compete.
Late registrations will be accepted from August 1st through September 1st and with an additional $10 late fee.

Sign up Fees:
- NLYAA Sport Fee -$15 per child (Lifetime memberships are no longer for sale but will continue to be honored)
- Football Cheer Sport Fee - $45
- this registration includes: Uniform RENTAL, crop tops, bloomers, 2 bows and an end of season party and gift provided by the Cheerleading Program as a THANK YOU!

 - Competition cheer - there will be an additional $40 fee.
This registration is separate when signing up for football cheer.
- Cost of competition cheer covers most of the admission fees for competitions/jump offs/tumble offs that athletes attend. As well as an additional bow and competition cheer end of season gift.
• Cheerleaders participating in Competition will be required to adhere to the competition contract as well as participate during the football season.
*7th and 8th grade competition cheerleaders are required to pay the mandatory $15 NLYAA fee and Competition registration fee

*fundraisers and fees also help cover the cost of gym rental spaces when necessary*

GAME INFORMATION -

2024 season dates TBA

*Pictures will be taken by Leroy Bogert Photography August 28th. Times TBA* 

Fundraisers -
Spirit Wear for fans -
Forms will be given at the first week of practice.  Orders will be placed within the given time line and delivered DURING practice.  Individual house deliveries will not be honored. 

Color my bow! -
August 1st through September 30th.
Tier 1 - sell $100 receive Exclusive Cheer bow
Tier 2 - Sell $200 receive Exclusive Cheer bow AND Tshirt
Tier 3 - Sell $400 receive Exclusive Cheer bow, Tshirt AND Hoodie

50/50 and Spirit Stand during home games - 
Donations and fundraising continue to keep our costs low! Please keep this in mind when you are asked to donate items!

Basket raffle and bake sale during Homecoming game 
Donations and fundraising continue to keep our costs low! Please keep this in mind when you are asked to donate items!

Slushie and Dip mixes from Country Road Cupboard
This fundraiser will run from the start of practices in July through the end of August

Hosted Cheerleading Competition 11/9/2024 - 
This is both football cheerleading and competition cheerleadings biggest fundraiser and supports both programs.

Corn hole tournament and Dine & Donate- 
3rd annual CORNY TOURNY  @ Best Station Hotel! August 18th, 2024

Refunds:

If Football Cheerleading or Competition cheerleading is not right for your child, you can request a refund.  Any requests after the first week of practice will not be honored.

Rookies (Pre-k and Kindergarten ages)
Flags (First and 2nd grade ages)
JV (3rd and 4th grade ages)
Varsity (5th and 6th grade ages)

(Competition teams/coaches listed under competition cheerleading page.)

Uniforms: 

• Uniform fittings will take place during practice August 19th and 21st.
• Parents must ensure that the child does not stain, tear or otherwise destroy the cheering uniform. Uniform must be cleaned/washed prior to returning them. If uniform is improperly cared for, parents will be financially responsible for the replacement of the uniform.
• Cheerleaders are required to wear the full uniform at games with spanks and white socks.

Competition cheerleaders are expected to wear full uniform including crop, spanks and WHITE cheerleading sneakers to every competition.
• Hair must be up and out of the face, no fingernail polish or acrylic nails beyond the finger tips can be worn.   Jewelry of any sort (unless medical bracelet/device) cannot be worn. Fashion Colors hair color is prohibited for competition.

Practices:
Practice will be held in front of the Northern Lehigh Middle School from 6-8:00 pm. (7:30 for younger squads)
• Practices will be every Monday and Wednesday starting Monday July 15th, 2024.

Practice locations may change depending on weather and space availability.

Competitive Cheer practices are closed.  Parents may not enter the gym unless invited by the coaches/director.
Competition practices are mandatory.  Doctor’s notes must be provided and athlete must be given the CLEAR before returning.
• Football cheer practices - we are asking that you please stay along the tree line for your kiddos.  You are not required to stay, however, please double check your emergency contact information upon signing your child in to ensure if we need to be in touch with you, we can contact you.
Additionally - as much as we love our furry friends and their visits, please ensure they are properly leashed and remain with you, or another adult, for the duration of practice.

Cheerleaders Expectations:

Each cheerleader is expected to:
• Come to practices and games with a positive and respectful attitude towards peers, coaches, fans and the opposite team.
• Help and encourage teammates.
• Listen to the coaches
• Take care of uniform by not eating or drinking anything while in their uniform. (With the exception of water)
• Have hair in a ponytail, no hair color of any sort, no chewing gum, as well as no jewelry and nail polish during games and especially competitions.
• Be a committed and active team member by attending practices and games with a positive attitude.
• Be respectful of the anti-bullying policy.

Parent Expectations:

Parents are required to sign and uphold the parent code of conduct as well as the health guidelines provided at the start of the season.  You will be expected to uphold to the parent code of conduct during and not limited to:
Games, practices, Events that the program is either hosting or attending.

• Require your child treat other cheerleaders, players, coaches, fans and officials with respect.
  • Drop off and pick up your child in a timely manner and ensuring the are signed in and out. (Cheerleaders are expected to arrive 25 minutes prior to game time and wait outside of the fence)

• Sign up for the parent mandatory volunteer duties.  If provided dates are filled up with signups, ensure you reach out to Sami to have a volunteer duty delegated and to avoid being a member "not in good standing" with NLYAA.
  • Have your child ready for games and practices by wearing proper clothing/uniforms, sneakers, hair in bow, bringing a filled water bottled, clearly labeled with your Childs name. There is absolutely to be no gum, hair color, jewelry or nail polish,
  • Support the attendance policy. Additionally, if your child will miss a practice/game, please notify your coach in advance.
  • Ensure that your child does not stain, tear or otherwise destroy the cheering uniform. Uniform must be cleaned/washed prior to returning them. If uniform is improperly cared for, parents will be financially responsible for uniform.
  • If there is an issue, please bring to the attention of the coach.  If you feel as though the issue was not resolved, please notify Sami immediately.  Be prepared to be a part of the problem-solving process.
  • Ensure you are not interfering with coaching staff or athlete during practices/games/competitions.
  • Return uniform pieces during the requested time of return.