FAQs

What are the costs to cheer?
2017 OMYFC Cheer registration options:

Registration Payment Options:
OMYFC has also introduced more flexible payment options for $150 cheer registration (excludes cheer apparel) including: payment by cash or check onsite, payment in full by credit card onsite or online, or 2 payments by credit card with terms of 50% at registration and 50% net 30.
2017 OMYFC Cheer registration info:

Cheer registration fee is $150. Included in the fee is a cheer t-shirt, trophy, and clinic.

Cheer uniform to be purchased new at onsite fitting or previously used at cheer consignment sale:

If all purchased new: Varsity cheer uniform (shell and skirt), crop top, fleece jacket, bloomers, backpack, poms, shorts, and hair ribbon. Estimated cost if purchased new: $275.

Optional items also available for purchase at onsite fitting times: Leggings, Asics white cheer shoes, nylon shorts, rain jacket, back pack, sweat pants, and fleece head wrap.

Cheer consignment sale dates May 11th and May 16th 5pm until 8pm at Hearmont Park Senior Center.
At what age can my child register to cheer for OMYFC?
Registration is open for rising K thru 6th graders
Do you have to “try out” to cheer for Oak Mountain Youth?
No, this is a community based activity and is open to anyone in the Oak Mountain community. (Please note that if you have a football player you need to find out more information about eligibility and residency).
When are the games played?
Games are normally played Monday, Tuesday or Thursday nights beginning the week of Labor Day and going through mid October. Games are generally on DIFFERENT nights every week and can be at either 6:00 pm or 7:15 pm. The Jefferson-Shelby Youth Football League attempts to schedule the younger teams at 6:30 but there is no guarantee of which time an age group will be given per week. If the team has a successful season they may proceed to playoff which will add a couple weeks to the schedule.
When will we know the schedule for football games?
The schedules are put together by the Jefferson-Shelby Youth Football League (JSYFL). The schedules are typically finalized mid to late August.
How often do cheerleading squads practice?
That is basically the decision of each coach. Practice begins as soon as clinics are completed. Usually once football season begins practice tapers off. In past seasons, the squads practiced about twice per week during August. However, if there are problems and the coach feels that the squad needs more work, the coach may decide to schedule additional practice. Also, if the squad chooses to participate in competition then there are added practices as well. Practices are usually held in the evening hours or weekends.
Are there any other sports that the cheerleaders cheer at?
No, Oak Mountain Youth Football and Cheerleading only cheers for the football games associated for Oak Mountain Youth football. There is no association with cheering for Oak Mountain High School sports.
Where are the games played?
Oak Mountain Youth Football and Cheerleading has a football field that is behind OMIS and beside the parking lot at OMHS. The home games are played here and away games will be played at the opposing park. There are generally four of five home games and four of five away games each season.
How long does a football game last?
Usually about 1 to 1 ½ hours depending on age of the team playing and the game itself.
What are cheer “clinics”?
In the past OMYFC has held clinics put on by the OMHS Varsity cheerleaders. The Varsity cheerleaders are paid to choreograph the half time dance routine, cheers and chants. Payment to the OMHS cheerleaders is paid per girl in the program and is part of the registration fee.
When are the cheer clinics scheduled?
TBA
What items need to be purchased outside of what is sold at registration?
Cheer shoes. White no show socks. If the squad attends competition then all girls on each squad will obtain matching socks.
What is competition?
OMYFC squads have in the past attended cheer competition with Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) which is generally held in November. Cheer squads from around the state compete with a dance/cheer routine. Our squads won both 5th and 6th grade divisions in 2015!
What do I need to do if my child wants to attend competition?
Notify your cheer coach prior to September 15 of that season. There are no tryouts for the competition squad.
Is it mandatory for my child to participate in competition?
No, competition is voluntary.
What should I be aware of if my child wants to attend competition?
There will be added practices in order to prepare for the competition. It is the coach’s responsibility to prepare the squad for competition so it may be necessary for the coach to correct your child in the dance or cheer. If your child is highly sensitive it may not be something that you want to consider.
What does it cost to go to competition?
Last year, the cost was $20 per cheerleader.
Will there be pictures of the squad or individual?
Yes, pictures are generally taken before the season begins and several packages are available.
Can I register my daughter for cheerleading without her being with me?
YES. But It is imperative for your daughter to be present to be fitted for the uniform and other apparel items during the fitting days. We use custom fitted uniforms.
What do I need to bring to registration?
Along with your child that wants to cheer, you will be asked to pay at registration so you will need to bring your check book or a major credit card. You will need multiple checks if you choose to by consignment items.
If I cannot be at registration on either date, can I register late?
NO. Due to the time constraints of ordering uniforms and other apparel items we must turn our orders in immediately after registration. NO ONE WILL BE ALLOWED TO REGISTER AFTER FINAL FITTING

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