COACHES - Please read the following:

It is suggested that when ordering uniforms coaches remember that cheerleading is a competitive sport in the state of Georgia.  Uniforms should reflect the sport of cheerleading.  It is hoped that coaches will not order dance costumes and flashy outfits to compete in.  Uniforms should reflect the school colors, school mascots, and cheerleading.  Uniforms must be safe. 

If uniforms appear to be see through in the middle (or any other part of the uniform) or made of a fishnet type material then the officials will have the option to call an inappropriate uniform on each cheerleader who is wearing that uniform.  Officials will not check uniforms prior to the team entering the competition floor to make a ruling on an appropriate uniform.  They will make a call based on what they see on the competition floor. 

Please remember that uniforms must be safe.  Large baggy shirts may present an issue.  Football jerseys would be inappropriate wear for a cheerleading team to compete in. 

Please keep in mind that times are difficult for both the school systems and for the parents.  It is not unusual for both to face financial issues at this time.  Use good judgment and guide your team and parents in making wise decision.  

The following continue to apply:

1.  We do not suggest that any team compete in shorts.  Shorts come in different lengths and can be inappropriate on some athletes when worn too tight or too short.
2. Loose fitting shirts are inappropriate.
3.  Uniforms cannot be used as signs to lead a cheer, chant or guide a team to yell specific words or chants (to including briefs, T-shirts, and socks).  A team pointing at the letter or mascot placed on the front of the top of the uniform  to identify the team would be considered legal. 
4.  Please check all briefs to make sure they fit.