Rules & Guidelines
High School Cheerleading teams in Oregon follow the NFHS rule book. In addition to the NFHS rule book High School cheerleading teams must adhere to the rules set forth by the OSAA. Every year each coach should print a new copy of the OSAA handbook as well as the OSAA cheerleading handbook. It is important to check these handbooks when you have questions about rules, eligibility, etc.
NFHS Spirit Rules: https://www.nfhs.org/
OSAA Cheerleading Handbook: https://www.osaa.
Required Certifications: https://www.
OCCA Competition Handbook: OCCA Handbook (2024)
Music Guidelines: https://www.
Rec/Youth Teams in Oregon follow the NFHS rules with the following exceptions:
- Tiny, Mini, and Youth teams: Basket tosses, sponge tosses, elevator tosses, or similar multi-based tosses are not allowed.
- Junior and Senior level teams only: Basket tosses, sponge tosses, elevator tosses, or similar multi-based tosses are limited to a straight ride toss.
All rec/youth programs must also meet the established criteria set by OCCA to compete as a rec/youth team in Oregon. For more information regarding rec/youth programs, click HERE
All Star Teams should refer to USASF for all criteria, rules, and safety information: https://www.usasf.net/