General information for NCA All-Star nationals 2018 (post is split into groups for daily schedules)
NCA Saturday/Sunday Teams
Below is the information for Saturday and Sunday teams at NCA (everyone except Finesse and Flawless). Please be aware of the Master KC Cheer Schedule for all performance times.
Friday, March 1
TRAVELING
All athletes are required to ride the bus to Dallas. The buses will leave from KC Cheer. If you are parking your car at KC Cheer please be sure to park only in front of our building or at the arena. If you are dropping off please enter from the WEST END of the back parking lot and stay out of the way of the buses. Please be on the bus by 6:15 a.m. so we can leave promptly at 6:30 a.m.
The bus will only be stopping for cheerleaders to get off for food and drinks one time, so please make sure your cheerleader has snacks and drinks for the entire 9 hour trip, as well as money for lunch when we stop. We will also be making a few "stretch" stops for the drivers, but cheerleaders will not be allowed off the bus during these stops.
When we arrive in Dallas, cheerleaders should take their luggage to their rooms and get ready for a quick team meeting to discuss the next day. Coaches will let team moms know of the time once we get to Dallas. Athletes should be in bed no later than 10:00 p.m., as we have an early day on Saturday.
Saturday, March 2
Day 1 Attire (Black Tank, Red Bow with Tails)
Fiesta will meet in the lobby at 8:30 a.m. to get on the bus. They should be completely dressed and ready to go at this time.
All of the other teams will board the bus at 9:30 a.m. to go over to watch. They don’t have to be dressed and ready at this time, but we will not be returning to the hotel. Teams should have everything they need to get ready with them.
Here is the schedule for Saturday. The last time this was updated was 2/25/19.
Sunday, March 3
DAY 2 ATTIRE (Team Jersey, White TAilless Bow)
ALL OF THIS DEPENDS ON PLACEMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Flawless and Finesse will need to plan to meet in the lobby at 6:00 a.m. dressed and ready to go with all of their stuff to load the buses.
We will let all other teams know about what time they will load the bus once we know about placements. Coaches will let you know who needs to be dressed and ready at this time.
Teams will meet coaches during their "meet time" in the team room. They will need to be dressed and ready when they meet their coach in the team room.
Once teams are finished performing they will stay downtown at the Convention Center for the rest of the day. They will watch teams throughout the day.
Times for Sunday will be updated on the Master Schedule as we learn them.
NCA Finesse/Flawless
Below is the information for Finesse and Flawless. Please be aware of the Master KC Cheer Schedule for all performance times on Saturday.
Thursday, February 28
TRAVELING
All athletes are required to ride the bus to Dallas. The buses will leave from the parking lots at KC Cheer. Since there is not a ton of parking here please try to arrange to be dropped off or carpool. Please be on the bus by 3:45 so we can leave promptly at 4:00.
The bus will not be stopping for dinner, so please make sure your cheerleader has snacks and drinks for the entire 9 hour trip. We will also be making a few "stretch" stops for the drivers, but cheerleaders will not be allowed off the bus during these stops.
When we arrive in Dallas, cheerleaders should take their luggage to their rooms and retire for the night.
Friday, March 1
Day 1 Attire (Black Tank, Red Bow with Tails)
Both teams will meet coaches in the lobby of the hotel at 2:30 dressed and ready and they’ll take them over to the arena to perform.
Teams will report to team room A130 at the convention center at 4:15. Both teams will compete in Hall B
At 7:15, we will get on their bus and go back to the hotel. Coaches will text team mom if a meeting is needed
Saturday, March 2
Finesse and Flawless will go over at 9:30 with the rest of the teams to watch for the day. Coaches will let team mom know if there will be a meeting or a practice.
Finesse and Flawless will stay at the Arena for the entire day with the rest of the KC Cheer teams.
Sunday, March 3
Day 2 Attire (Team Jersey, Tailless Bow)
Flawless and Finesse will be one of the first teams of the day, regardless of their placement. They will need to be in the lobby dressed and ready to go at 6:00 a.m. When they come down to meet their coaches they will also be loading luggage on the bus for the trip home, and will not be coming back to the hotel.
Finesse and Flawless awards will be at 10:20 a.m. in the B-Hall.
Flawless and Finesse will board the buses some time Sunday afternoon to return home early. We will update team moms as soon as we know this time.
Here is the schedule for Saturday. Times will be updated on the Master Schedule as we learn them.
Jamfest Kansas City Nationals 2019
It’s a busy couple of weeks at KC Cheer. All teams will be competing at Jamfest Kansas City Nationals on February 16 and 17, 2019. The event is held at the Hy-Vee Arena located at 1800 Genessee St. KCMO.
Admission for spectators is $15 for one day or $25 for both days. Children (5-12) are $10 for the weekend. Military (with ID), Seniors 65+ and Children 4 and under are free. Additional Information can be found on the Jamfest Website
General Reminders
It is so important that all athletes are on time. These competitions will not hold our practice times, so if we are without someone at check-in, we lose our chance to warm up and practice.
This is our chance to have our hometown crowd there to cheer on our teams. Let's really show them our KC Cheer spirit and crowd support!
It is required that all athletes be at all KC Cheer performances (unless specified below) to cheer loudly for all our teams. Please pay close attention to the schedules below to make sure you are in the arena at all of the listed performance times. It is unacceptable to miss a performance because you're eating a meal or getting ready. All of these activities can and should be planned around performance times.
Our athletes love to perform for a cheering crowd! We love to have you there to watch, but remember to make some noise too! Bring on the loud voices, lighted signs, noisemakers and cowbells to support our teams.
It is super exciting to be competing against teams from all over the country right here in our city. Remember to show great sportsmanship (cheerleaders AND parents), and hospitality so teams want to return to KC for future competitions.
Saturday, February 16
Saturday Arrival Times
Considering the length of the day, we are dividing up arrival times for the sake of our athletes. Obviously everyone is welcome and encouraged to be there to cheer on the teams all day.
All team members that compete between 10:00 & 2:00pm should plan to arrive by 10:00am (unless they meet their coach earlier) to support all KC Cheer Teams. These athletes are allowed to leave after Finesse performs at 1:51pm.
All other full season team members should plan to arrive at 1:00pm and are allowed to leave after Flippers perform at 6:21pm.
Firecrackers will arrive at 10:00am dressed and ready to go to the practice area. You will meet coaches at 10:36am. They may leave after their Awards Ceremony
Frenzy & Fireflies should plan to arrive by 6:00pm. Fancy by 5:00pm
Teams should plan to meet their coach at the designated times near the coaches check in area. Please be sure you are dressed and ready at the time you meet your coach. This means hair done, lipstick and make-up done, and give all belongings to a parent or someone that can hold them until you are finished.
Remember: Coaches may call extra practices after your teams' performances on Saturday.
Saturday Uniform/Apparel
Full Season teams will wear the bow with tails. All athletes should wear their 20 year Gym tank and black pants when not in uniform. Remember that you must always have your tank top or warm up jacket on to cover your midriff if you are not in the practice room or performing.
Saturday Schedule
Listed below are the times to be dressed and ready to meet your coaches. It is very important that everyone is dressed and entirely ready at the times listed below.
SATURDAY POST-PERFORMANCE
Cheer prep teams will have their awards ceremony on Saturday at the times listed above.
We may call a few practices if necessary, so please be prepared. Be sure your team mom has your cell number so that she can communicate any additional information throughout the day.
SUNDAY, February 17
SUNDAY ARRIVAL TIMES
All team members should plan to arrive by 10:00am, unless they are required to meet earlier. And are required to stay until the last KC Cheer team performs at 7:46pm.
SUNDAY UNIFORM/APPAREL
Teams will wear the Tailless Bow. Team Jersey and Black pants when not in uniform. All team members must be in full uniform for Awards.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
AWARDS
There will be awards ceremonies throughout the day on Sunday as each division finishes. Everyone must be in full uniform when they go to their awards ceremony. This means no backpacks, no warm ups, no shoes other than cheer shoes. You should look exactly as you look when you take the mat. FULL. UNIFORM.
Good Luck to everyone! We know you have worked very hard, and the coaching staff is very proud of you!
