Cheerleading

The MAL K-2 Cheer Program is an introduction to cheer and focuses on the basic positions, skills, and cheers the cheerleaders will use throughout their involvement in any cheer program. As the cheerleaders move up in grade, the level of difficulty will increase, but will never surpass their ability.

 

Fall Season
We do not follow a specific football team associated with the MAL. Throughout the fall season the cheerleaders work on learning a routine that they will perform at the end of season showcase. In order to give our cheerleaders the valuable experience of cheering at games, we aim to schedule 1-2 Riverdale Flag Football games each season for each cheer team. This allows our cheerleaders to attend and perform at live games, fostering team spirit and enhancing their skills in an exciting, supportive setting.

The MAL Cheer Program is open to Montvale and Woodcliff Lake children entering Kindergarten to 2nd grade. Please note that 3rd to 8th grade Montvale and Woodcliff Lake children are invited to register in the combined Hillsdale, Montvale and Woodcliff Lake program organized under the Hillsdale Hawks. The most up to date program and registration information can be found on the Hillsdale Hawks Website.

 

Typical Fall Schedule
Note - all information may be subject to change and the most current schedule can be found on TeamSnap (under this season’s registration).

• Cheer Camp - late August or early September
  • 3 consecutive days/ 2 hours per day
  • First Practice - Usually the First Sunday after Labor Day
  • Kinder Teams - 9am-9:45am
  • 1st & 2nd Grade Teams - 10am-11am
• Flag Football Game Cheering - TBD, 1-2 times per season depending upon schedules and availability
• Last Practice - Last Sunday in October or First Sunday in November
• Showcase - 1st or 2nd Sunday in November (last engagement of the Season)
• Important Notes:
  • Cheer camp and practices are held outside, weather permitting. If there is inclement weather on the day of practice we will attempt to relocate practice to an indoor location, if we are unable to do that we will cancel practice. All updates can be found on TeamSnap.
  • Individual team coaches may incorporate additional engagements during the season at their discretion. Please make sure to check TeamSnap for the most accurate events, times and locations.

 

Fall Uniforms
Cheer uniforms are provided by MAL and the cheerleaders are expected to wear them to all engagements (including practice) unless otherwise directed.

Important Notes:

• Please do not wear uniforms outside of scheduled practices, games and/or events.
• Please do not eat while wearing uniforms unless food is provided at the scheduled practices, games and/or events.
• What to expect to purchase prior to the start of the season:
  • Black cartwheel/bootie shorts
  • Black leggings for cooler weather
  • Black long sleeve shirt for cooler weather
  • All white athletic sneakers
• Uniform Return
  • Instructions for return will be provided at the end of the season.
  • Failure to return your uniform may result in a freeze on your MAL account.

 

Participation in MAL Cheer provides cheerleaders with an opportunity to engage in an organized, supervised, safe environment. Our priority is developing teamwork, sportsmanship, self-discipline, and building self-esteem. Coupled with embracing the core principles of cheer- enthusiasm, positive energy, but most of all fun!

 

Hillsdale Hawks 3-8

Cheer registration for Montvale & Woodcliff Lakes grades 3-8 is through the Hillsdale Hawks. There are 3 divisions by grade.

• Peewees (grades 3/4)
• Juniors (grades 5/6)
• Seniors (grades 7/8)

The Hawks Registration is usually open from the beginning of April unit the end of May, for current information please follow their instagram and/ or visit the Hawks website for the most up-to-date information, including information on:

• Stunt and Choreography Training (which may start as early as the middle of August)
• Cheerleading Commitments and Expectations

Other important information:

• Stunt and choreography training are mandatory for participating in the halftime routine.
• Practice times and location are subject to change