2017 CALIFORNIA’S GREAT AMERICA

SPOOKTACULARCHEERLEADING COMPETITION

OCTOBER 7, 2017

4701 Great America ParkwaySanta Clara, CA 95054

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Event HoursOctober 7th | 8:00am Early Entry to Cheerleading Competition | 9:00am Competition Starts

Park Operating HoursOctober 7th | 10:00am–5:30pm Halloween Haunt 7:00pm–12:00am

Competition InformationGreat News! Choose a Two Day Ticket Package and save up to 40% on general admission prices. Compete and enjoy two full days at California’s Great America on Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8 for only $90 per competitor or $78 per supporter (Halloween Haunt not included). Single Day competitor tickets are also available for only $51 per competitor and Single Day Supporter tickets are available for only $39.00 per supporter. Interested in staying for Halloween Haunt?* Haunt upgrades are available for Saturday, October 7 for only $35 more per person. This year we are partnering with GET Sports, a youth travel company, who will be sending all tickets to you electronically. They can also assist with hotel accommodations, bus transportation, additional activities, etc. For a group travel package quote, contact Gretchen Noack at GretchenN@adventuresamerica.com.

This competition is a USA Regional Competition. Qualifying high school spirit teams with an averaged score of 75 points or above will receive a bid to USA Spirit Nationals to be held in Anaheim, California February 23 – 25, 2018. Qualifying Jr. High/Middle School and Sports/Independent teams with an average score of 75 points or above will receive a bid to USA USA Junior Nationals to be held in southern California, February 25, 2018.

NEW This Year!Great America has now themed this Cheerleading event to match in with the park’s Halloween decor. Plan to compete for special awards, such as the Crazy Halloween Hair or the Scary Makeup Award!

Also New this year, teams that are not quite ready to compete but want to receive valuable feedback from the judges, can opt to do “Evaluation only” Just indicate this by marking the box on the Registration form.

Save! “Spirit Supporter” TicketsAll spectators are required to have a theme park ticket for admission to view the competition.

Each “ $39.00 Single Day Spirit Supporter” (spectator) is able to attend the event AND enjoy an entire day at California’s Great America AND add HAUNT for just $35.00 each ticket type. That’s over 40% off the general admission price of $69.00! NEW this year, supporters can purchase tickets online at cagreatamerica. com/cheer.

Coaches Get 1 Free Souvenir Photo!Kaman’s Art Shoppes will be at the 2017 USA Spooktacular Cheerleading Competition to take pictures of every team. One free color photo will be sent to the primary coach for each team photographed, courtesy of Kaman’s Art Shoppes. Order forms will be available at the event.

Performance AreaThe 2017 School and Sports/Independent Cheerleading and Song/Pom/Dance Competition will be held in the Redwood Amphitheater at California’s Great America. There will be no practicing on the performance floor prior to the competition. The stage size is 60' x 46'. A carpet bonded foam mat measuring 54' x 42' will be placed on the stage for all cheerleading performances. The mat may or may not be removed for the songleading/pom categories/divisions. Dance teams who compete in the Redwood Amphitheater should note that the stage is covered in concrete. Footwear must be worn and should appropriate to your technical level for this type of surface. All stunts and tumbling must be completed on the mat. At this competition, a warning will be given for any infraction of this rule. You will not receive a penalty if you step off of the mat.

Warm-Up AreaGreat America Pavilion — Warm-up facilities at this location are limited and may include grass area and/or carpet bonded foam mat pieces. Stunting and/or tumbling on cement areas are ground for disqualification.

Performance Order/ SchedulesTypically, performance order is based on the receipt of registrations. The first registration received will be the last to perform in that division and the last registration received will be the first to perform. Adjustments may be necessary due to division/team conflicts.

The “Person to Receive Correspondence” will be sent/emailed a tentative line up with performance times at least 10 days prior to the competition. These times are subject to change. The final schedule will be available by checking http://usa. varsity.com after 5:00 p.m. (PST) the Wednesday day prior to your competition. As of this day, performance times should remain the same regardless of scratches. It is the advisor’s responsibility to check the schedule for accuracy prior to the team taking the performance floor.

The “Person to Receive Correspondence” will be sent a second email directly Adventures America with the theme park’s admission tickets attached for the event.

Requests for category/division changes will be accommodated only if notice is submitted in writing 10 days prior to the affected event. Competition fees and spectator tickets are non-refundable. Competition fees for this event are non- transferable and may not be used for any other USA event.

Categories/Division RulesSchool and Sports/Independent Teams — Routines at all school-based cheerleading and song/pom USA competitions must adhere to the following documents which may be found at http://usa.varsity.com.

• 2017 – 18 USA Division Grid• 2017 – 18 General Information• 2017 – 18 AACCA School Cheer Safety Rules (all cheer teams) • 2017 – 18 School/Sports/Independent Teams Show Cheer Division Limitations• 2017 – 18 USA Song/Pom Division Limitations

All Star Teams — Routines at all all star based dance competitions must adhere to the following documents which may be found at http://usa.varsity.com.

• 2017 – 18 USA Division Grid• 2017 – 18 General Information • 2017 – 18 USASF Dance Rules (may also be found at www.usasf.net)

InsuranceEach participant must have his/her own personal insurance, which must be documented on the USA/CGA Medical Release and Appearance Form. All competitors must submit the form in order to compete. Great America and/or the USA will not be responsible or held liable for any injuries occurring at these events.

First aid staff will be on site at all competitions to provide assistance for emergencies only. Taping of wrists/ankles for individual performers will not be provided, unless medically necessary to treat an injury.

Dressing RoomsDressing rooms will not be available. Restrooms will be available. California’s Great America and/or the USA will not be responsible for any lost or stolen articles.

For competition division questions, call the USA at:1.800.886.4USA (4872)

For ticket & information, call GET Sports:866.877.4445

2017 USA SPOOKTACULAR Cheerleading Competition Entry & Ticket OrderTicket Orders and Entries must be received by September 15, 2017. The event takes place rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable.

WE WANT TO COMPETE IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: (Please check the appropriate category/categories; # of squad members must be included to receive a performance time.)

DIVISION/CATEGORYNUMBER OF

PARTICIPANTSDIVISION/CATEGORY

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS

High School & Jr. High/Middle School Teams (Redwood Amphitheater) Sr. All Star Jazz

Varsity Show Cheer — Advanced Jr. All Star Jazz

Small Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Advanced Youth All Star Jazz

Large Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Advanced Mini All Star Jazz

JV Show Cheer — Advanced Tiny All Star Jazz

Co-Ed JV Show Cheer — Advanced Open All Star Hip Hop

Freshman Show Cheer — Advanced Sr. All Star Hip Hop

Jr. High/Middle Show Cheer — Advanced Jr. All Star Hip Hop

Jr. High/Middle Co-Ed Show Cheer — Advanced Youth All Star Hip Hop

Elementary Show Cheer — Advanced Mini All Star Hip Hop

Varsity Show Cheer — Non-Tumbling Tiny All Star Hip Hop

Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Non-Tumbling Sports Teams (Redwood Amphitheater)

JV Show Cheer — Non-Tumbling Midget Open Show Cheer Advanced (15 yrs & Younger)

Jr. High/Middle Show Cheer — Non-Tumbling Midget Show Cheer Advanced (11 – 15 yrs)

Varsity Show Cheer — Intermediate Jr. Midget Show Cheer Advanced (10 – 12 yrs)

Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Intermediate Jr. Midget Open Show Cheer Advanced (12 yrs & Younger)

JV Show Cheer — Intermediate Pee Wee Show Cheer Advanced (9 – 11 yrs)

Freshman Show Cheer — Intermediate Jr. Pee Wee Show Cheer Advanced (7 – 10 yrs)

Jr. High/Middle Show Cheer – Intermediate Mighty Mites Show Cheer Advanced (5 – 8 yrs)

Jr. High/Middle Co-Ed Show Cheer - Intermediate Midget Open Show Cheer Novice (15 yrs & Younger)

Varsity Show Cheer — Novice Midget Show Cheer Novice (11 – 15 yrs)

Co-Ed Varsity Show Cheer — Novice Jr. Midget Show Cheer Novice (10 – 12 yrs)

JV Show Cheer — Novice Jr. Midget Open Show Cheer Novice (12 yrs & Younger)

Freshman Show Cheer — Novice Pee Wee Show Cheer Novice (9 – 11 yrs)

Jr. High/Middle Show Cheer — Novice Jr. Pee Wee Show Cheer Novice (7 – 10 yrs)

Jr. High/Middle Co-Ed Show Cheer — Novice Mighty Mites Show Cheer Novice (5 – 8 yrs)

Elementary Show Cheer — Novice Midget Open Songleading/Pom Pon (15 yrs & Younger)

Varsity Songleading/Pom Pon — Advanced Midget Songleading/Pom Pon (11 – 15 yrs)

JV Songleading/Pom Pon — Advanced Jr. Midget Songleading/Pom Pon (10 – 12 yrs)

Freshman Songleading/Pom Pon — Advanced Jr. Midget Open Songleading/Pom Pon (12 yrs & Younger)

Varsity Songleading/Pom Pon — Intermediate Pee Wee Songleading/Pom Pon (9 – 11 yrs)

JV Songleading/Pom Pon — Intermediate Jr. Pee Wee Songleading/Pom Pon (7 – 10 yrs)

Freshman Songleading/Pom Pon — Intermediate Mighty Mites Songleading/Pom Pon (5 – 8 yrs)

Varsity Songleading/Pom Pon — Novice Independent Teams (Redwood Amphitheater)

JV Songleading/Pom Pon — Novice Midget Open Show Cheer Advanced (15 yrs & Younger)

Freshman Songleading/Pom Pon — Novice Jr. Midget Open Show Cheer Advanced (12 yrs & Younger)

Jr. High/Middle Songleading/Pom Pon Midget Open Show Cheer Novice (15 yrs & Younger)

Elementary Songleading/Pom Pon Jr. Midget Open Show Cheer Novice (12 yrs & Younger)

All Star Dance Teams (Redwood Amphitheater) Midget Open Songleading/Pom Pon (15 yrs & Younger)

Open All Star Pom Jr. Midget Open Songleading/Pom Pon (12 yrs & Younger)

Sr. All Star Pom

Jr. All Star Pom

Youth All Star Pom

Mini All Star Pom

Tiny All Star Pom

Total Females: ____________+ Total Males: ____________ = Total Participants: ____________

c Evaluation Only

School/Squad Name ______________________________________________________________ City _____________________________________________________

Director’s Name _______________________________________ Cell Phone (_____) __________ Signature _________________________________________________

Person to Receive Correspondence ___________________________________________________ Email ___________________________________________________

Shipping Address (Not P.O. Box) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City __________________________________________________________________________ State ___________________________ Zip _____________________

Work Phone (_____) ___________________________ Home Phone (_____) ___________________________ School Phone (_____) _____________________________

TICKET ORDER FORMPlease Note: Additional spectator tickets can be purchased online at cagreatamerica.com/cheer. Online ticket sales will end October 4, 2017. NEW THIS YEAR: Tickets will be delivered via email to the person indicated to receive correspondence. Tickets are non-refundable.

# Ticket Type Total

Participant x $5100 =(This #, plus any season pass participants, must match number of total performers)

Season/Gold/Platinum Pass Holder Participant Performance Fee x $1800

=

Spectators that use their season passes to enter the park, will have to pay $35.00 to upgrade to Haunt, if they choose to attend. This can be done at the park on the day of the event.

Spirit Supporter x $3900 =(Receive 1 free supporter ticket per every 15 paid supporter and performer tickets)

Supporters can purchase tickets online at cagreatamerica.com/cheer. The 1 free supporter ticket for every 15, is not available online

FREE Spirit Supporter =(1 per every 15 tickets ordered-Season/Gold/Platinum Pass holder participant tickets do not count towards the 15)

Halloween Haunt Upgrade Ticket x $3500 =

FREE Halloween Haunt Upgrade =(1 free Haunt upgrade for every 15 purchased Haunt Upgrades

2 Day Participant x $9000 =

2 Day Supporter x $7800 =

FREE 2 Day Spirit Supporter =1 Free 2 Day supporter ticket, for every 15 2 Day tickets purchased

TOTAL

Method of Payment Sorry we do not accept personal checks

or purchase orders for payment

o School/Group check o Cashiers o Check o Money Order

Make payable to California’s Great America “GET Sports”

o Mastercard o Visa o Discover o American Express

Account number _________________ Exp Date ______________

Cardholder Name (Print) ________________________________

Cardholder Signature ____________________________________

Billing address _________________________________________

City ___________________________ State _____ Zip ________

Order Summary: I have enclosed the following: 1) Complete entry ticket order form2) Total payment payable to GET Sports, our new ticketing partner.

If both items above are enclosed, please mail to: USA/ California’s Great America

5770 Warland Dr. Suite BCypress, CA 90630

If you are paying by credit card, you can fax your order to 866. 761.9365

$129 per nightAmenities Include:

• Complimentary Hot Buffet Breakfast

• Complimentary Parking

• Complimentary WiFi Access

• Outdoor Pool

• Recreation Room with Billiards Table, Ping Pong Table, and Bocce Ball Court

Call Homewood Suites Reservations at 408.262.1065. Deadline for special rate is 9/7/17. Located at 4315 N. First St., San Jose, CA 95134

$119 PER NIGHTAmenities Include:

• Complimentary American Breakfast Buffet

• Complimentary Parking

• Complimentary Wi-Fi Access

• Heated Outdoor Pool

• Full-Service Restaurants

• Standard Double Beds and Suites Available

For Reservations call 408.988.8411 and Reference Booking ID #34823. Deadline for Special Rate is 9/22/17.

Located at 2151 Laurelwood Road, Santa Clara, CA 95054

$135 per nightAmenities Include:

• Breakfast Friday 6am-9am, Saturday & Sunday 7am – 10:30am

• Complimentary Evening Reception 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Call Embassy Suites Reservations at 800.362.2779 and reference C-60Q. Deadline for special rate is 9/16/17.

Located at 2885 Lakeside Drive, Santa Clara CA 95054

$139 per nightDouble and Standard Rooms

Amenities Include: • Business Center

• Fitness Center

• Swimming Pool

• Full-Service Restaurant

• All Double Rooms have 2 Queen Beds

Call Marriott Reservations at 1.800.228.9290. Deadline for special rate is 9/17/17. Located at 2700 Mission College Boulevard, Santa Clara CA 95054

$149 per nightIncludes hot American Breakfast Buffet for 2 guests per night

Additional vouchers can be purchased. Complimentary breakfast for children 5 & under.

Amenities Include: • #1 Full-Service Hotel on TripAdvisor

• Complimentary WiFi in Guest Rooms

• Complimentary Parking (1 vehicle per room)

• Full-Service Restaurant

• Outdoor pool

• Fitness facilities

• Express check-out

Call Hilton Reservations at 408.330.0001. Deadline for special rate 9/16/17.Located at 4949 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara CA 95054

2017 CALIFORNIA’S GREAT AMERICA

SPOOKTACULARCHEERLEADING COMPETITION

OCTOBER 7, 2017

Event HoursOctober 7th | 8:00am Early Entry to Cheerleading Competition | 9:00am Competition Starts

Park Operating HoursOctober 7th | 10:00am–5:30pm Halloween Haunt 7:00pm–12:00am