Jr MAVERICKS CHEER

Welcome to Mesa Verde Junior Mavericks Cheer!

Our cheer program is dedicated to building confidence, teamwork, and strong fundamentals in a fun, supportive environment. We provide young athletes the opportunity to grow as performers, teammates, and leaders while representing our community with pride.

The Mesa Verde Junior Mavericks are proud to be a member of the Sierra Athletic Conference (SAC), giving our athletes the chance to participate in a competitive and positive youth sports league.

We’re excited to welcome new and returning cheerleaders to the Mavericks family!

Practices are held at Mesa Verde High School located at 7501 Carriage Dr., Citrus Heights, CA 95621

EXPECTATIONS

Commitment:

• Practices will be 3-4 days a week
• USA Virtual Competition: Date TBD
• USA Northern California Regional: January 9, 2027 at Deer Valley High School,  700 W 18th St., Antioch, CA 94509
• USA Cheer Nationals:  February 21, 2027 at Anaheim Convention Center, 7501 Carriage Dr., Citrus Heights, CA 95621
  

Attire:

• Each cheerleader will be provided practice shirts and given a dress schedule at the start of the season
• Hair must be pulled back prior to the start of practice.
• Nails cannot be visible beyond the end of the fingers when viewed from the palm side of the hand. 
• No false nails
• No nail polish
• NO jewelry or any kind (be mindful of new piercing timing)
• No facial or body piercing
• No band aids or taping over piercings

Attendance:

Nationals season requires a strong commitment from every athlete. Because routines, stunts, formations, and timing depend on the entire team, regular attendance is expected at all practices and competitions.

We understand that illnesses, family emergencies, school events, and other unavoidable situations may occur. Parents should notify the coaching staff as soon as possible if an athlete will be absent or late.

Athletes are expected to attend all competition practices and scheduled competitions. Repeated absences, excessive tardiness, or missed mandatory practices may result in changes to an athlete’s position in the routine or, when necessary, removal from the competition lineup.

Whenever possible, families should avoid scheduling vacations, appointments, or other activities during mandatory Nationals practices and competition dates.

Our goal is to be fair and understanding while making sure the team is fully prepared and able to compete safely and successfully.

Required Documentation

The following items will be collected at a later date:

• Copy of Birth Certificate (no originals will be accepted)
• SAC Medical Clearance Form dated after April 15, 2026 (this form can be found in our documents section)
• Signed Code of Conduct