Hilton Jr Cadets Football & Cheer 2026

IMPORTANT 2026 INFORMATION

• Our organization is a member of the RYFC league, please click here is you would like to familiarize yourself with the RYFC RULES

• Team levels are by grade level

• Players/cheerleaders cannot participate in modified football/cheer AND HJC, it is one or the other (RYFC rule)

• First day of practice: August 3, 2026

• Game Schedule TBD

• Games can be be held on SATURDAYS or SUNDAYS

GRADE LEVELS 

*Note - flag level is different for cheer & football

      A Cheerleading: Grades 6 & 7

      B Cheerleading: Grades 4 & 5

      C Cheerleading: Grades 2 & 3

      Flag Cheer: Grades K & 1

The Hilton Jr. Cadets Cheerleading program is a place where young athletes build confidence, strength, friendships, and leadership skills in a fun and supportive environment.

What We Offer:

Skills-Based Training
Athletes learn age-appropriate cheer fundamentals including:

• Clean motions
• Jumps
• Tumbling
• Stunts
• Dance choreography
• Sideline cheers

Whether your child is brand new or has been in the program before, our goal is to meet your child at their skill level and help them grow.

Positive Coaching & Safety First
Our certified volunteer coaches prioritize:

• Proper technique and progression
• Teamwork and sportsmanship
• Safe stunt training and conditioning
• Encouragement and character development

 More Than a Sport

Cheerleading teaches:

• Confidence on and off the mat
• Leadership and responsibility
• Discipline and goal setting
• Lifelong friendships

Our athletes don’t just learn routines — they learn to believe in themselves.

 Team Culture & Responsibility

This program emphasizes:

• Accountability and attendance
• Respect for coaches and teammates
• Positive attitude and sportsmanship

Athletes learn the value of showing up, supporting one another, and committing to a shared goal.

 Competitions, Game Day Opportunities and other events

• Fireman’s Parade in July
• Cheer at the first 4 football games- attendance is mandatory
• 4 competitions – attendance is mandatory
• Homecoming parade in September
• End-of-season banquetTop of FormBottom of Form

Season Commitment

• Full Season: August-November
• 3-4 practices per week
• Game-day cheering commitments
• Participating in 4 local competitions

Athletes are expected to attend practices and games consistently. Cheer is a team sport, and each participant plays an important role in formations, stunts, and routines.