Changes to the 2024 Cheerleading Eligibility Rules have been submitted for review by the Presidents. Updates will be posted shortly.
2023 Cheerleading Eligibility Rules (page 17 in the FLYFCL rule book)
PLAYER ROSTERS & ELIGIBILITY
Cheerleader ages are based on their age as of December 1st of the current year.
No player is eligible under 5 years old unless entering kindergarten and must turn 5 years old before December 1st.
Cheerleaders must be between the ages of, 5 and 15.
Flag: 5-8 year olds in Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd grades
C Team: 8-10 year olds in 3rd & 4th grades
B-Team: 10-12 year olds in 5th & 6th grades
OR
Flag: Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd grades
C Team: 3rd & 4th & 5th grades
B-Team: 6th & 7th & 8th grades
There can be no more than a 3 year gap between the youngest and oldest cheerleader on any level. In an effort to maximize participation, a team may carry as many participants as the team desires, providing there is ample coaching staff.
No tryouts will be permitted.