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.

OSAA Cheerleading Handbook: https://www.osaa.org/activities/che

Required Certifications: https://www.osaa.org/spirit-safety

Music Guidelines: https://www.usacheer.org/music

Recreational Teams follow the NFHS rules with the following exceptions:

Junior and Senior level teams only: Basket tosses, sponge tosses, elevator tosses, or similar multi-based
tosses are limited to a straight ride toss for the 2024-25 season.

Tiny, Mini, and Youth teams: Basket tosses, sponge tosses, elevator tosses, or similar multi-based
tosses are not allowed.

All recreational programs must also meet the established criteria set by OCCA to compete as a recreational team in Oregon. For more information regarding recreational programs, click HERE

All Star Teams should refer to USASF for all criteria, rules, and safety information:  https://www.usasf.net/