Jamfest Kansas City Nationals will be held at the Hy-Vee Arena located at 1800 Genessee St. in KCMO on February 13 & 14, 2021
All teams will compete in this event.
ASC Super Nationals 2021
JAMfest Super Nationals 2021
It’s hard to believe we are leaving for Jamfest Super Nationals this Friday! This is a huge competition full of outstanding teams and lots of fun. We are very excited for our teams to compete with some of the best teams in the nation. Below you will find many travel details. Please read & print this to bring with you to refer to throughout the weekend. There are many changes to the competition due to Covid restrictions. Please be sure you have read all spectator information that was posted in the BAND app.
The coaching staff has stressed to our athletes the importance of their cooperation to all covid guidelones and restrictions set in place. We want to keep everyone safe and healthy so that we can continue our season as scheduled.
Parents - we ask that you help un monitor our athletes throughout the weekend. Please give them support and guidance when they need it. Bring your LOUD VOICES, NOISE MAKERS AND KC CHEER SPIRIT to support these athletes at each performance.
JAMFEST TRAVEL INFORMATION
Buses will depart from KC Cheer Arena at 6:30 a.m., Friday, January 15, 2021. Please make sure you are on the bus and ready to go at 6:20 a.m. We can NOT hold the buses for you if you are late. Please carpool as much as possible or have someone drop you off. Parking on the street is not allowed and do not park in front of other businesses or their garage doors. You are welcome to park at the Arena. Buses will load on the side of the Arena. Do not block traffic in the parking lot!
Cheerleader will have a temperature check prior to loading the bus, use hand sanitizer and must wear a mask when not in their own seat on the bus.
Buses are equipped with a new air filtration system to circulate air out of the bus every 5 minutes. We are asking that athletes each sit in their own seat and only have their masks off when they are alone in their seat.
Cheerleaders should wear comfortable clothes on the bus. You can wear slippers on the bus, but you MUST have shoes to change in to for lunch time when you leave the bus.
Please remember the first two seats (across from each other) are reserved for the coaches…Thank you!
Please look for the bus bin for the hotel in which you are staying. We want everyone staying in the same hotel to have their luggage together. This will make unloading easier.
The buses will stop for lunch in the St. Louis area and a couple of other short “stretch” stops for the drivers. Cheerleaders will be allowed off the bus at lunch, but NOT during the other stops.
Drinks and snacks are welcome on the bus, but MUST have drinks in bottles with twist-on caps.
Please do not share drinks or food with other team members
Please make sure any movies are age appropriate.
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE clean up after yourselves!
do not leave items on the bus. They may not be there on Sunday when you get back on!
We are staying at the Westin and Sheraton
Cheerleaders should go directly to their room when we arrive and be ready for practice at the times listed below.
Athletes must meet and enter the Convention Center together for practice and performances. The lobby of the Westin will be our meeting place. This is directly across from the Convention Center where the athletes enter near exhibit Hall D.
TEAM ATTIRE
All cheerleaders should wear the following when not in Competition Uniform during our stay in Indy. Do not leave your hotel room in a sports bra and spandex!
Friday Practice Wear: Fierce Five - White; Fearless - Pink and Warm Ups.
Saturday: Fierce Five - Sparkle Uniform with Black Bow; Fearless - Red Uniform with White Bow.
Sunday: Fierce Five - Red Uniform with Black Bow; Fearless - Red Uniform with White Bow.
Cheerleaders must be in warm up jacket and pants when at competitions and not in uniform. Midriff must be covered at all times when not in the practice room or competing.
Cheerleaders must bring their own water bottle with name on it to competition. You may bring your backpack with necessary items and will take it with you to the performance arena.
PRACTICE WEAR
WHITE - FIERCE FIVE/BLACK BOW
PINK - FEARLESS/WHITE BOW
HAIRBOWS
SATURDAY - FIERCE FIVE BLACK; FEARLESS WHITE
SUNDAY - SAME AS SATURDAY
RULES & REQUIREMENTS OF CHEERLEADERS
KC Cheer enforces a strict 10:00 curfew, as do all the hotels we are staying in this weekend. All cheerleaders must be in their assigned rooms by 10:00 p.m. with lights out by 11:00p.m., preferably 10:30 p.m. Coaches and parents will be making room checks to be sure all cheerleaders are in their assigned rooms. If cheerleaders do not adhere to this rule, their team will have consequences imposed upon them.
all cheerleader should make sure they have their phones with them as team parents will be sending text messages and posting in the Band app with any last minute instructions or changes.
Parents - make sure you are part of the BAND app for your team.
Given all the Covid restrictions, there will not be the opportunity to watch other teams, have a team room or many of the other things that typically happen at the competition. Athletes are only allowed to be in the competition venue at their competition time and with their coach.
This is just the beginning of our season. Coaches are asking that athletes continue to be diligent about following recommended safety guidelines. Stay out of large groups (aside from your team members). Limit activities outside of those necessary while at the competition. Wear your mask and wash your hands often. We realize athletes have friends from other states on other teams, unfortunately, this is not the year to be hanging out with friends outside our “bubble”
On the crowded note: it may be a good idea to bring a small cooler with breakfast foods inside. Muffins, fruit, bagels and juice, snacks and water. With all the restrictions, better to come prepared!
Hotel check out is 11:00 a.m. on Sunday. Details about when to load luggage will be discussed on Saturday afternoon.
The buses will begin loading following the virtual awards ceremonies. We may make a quick food stop on our way home, depending on the time. But planning
The Bus
Open containers are not allowed on the bus. All drinks must have a lid.
You must share seats on the bus. (Unless you paid for a double seat)
Please remember the four seats in the first row of the bus are reserved for the coaches
The luggage bins will be marked with the name of each of our hotels. Please be sure to put your luggage in the correct bin to expedite unloading in Indy.
Cheerleaders should wear comfortable clothes on the bus. They may wear slippers on the bus, but must have real shoes to change in to for lunch time.
The buses are equipped with TVs for movies. Please make sure your movies are age appropriate.
Cheerleaders are to ride their team buses. Cheerleaders 5th grade and under are required to have a parent with them on the bus.
If you are going to make different arrangements to get home from Indianapolis, please inform the person who is in charge of your bus before Sunday night.
Cheerleaders must clean up after themselves.
Do not leave items on the bus, as they may not be there on Sunday when you get back on.
Packing
Please see below for a list of things you'll need for this weekend. Athletes are required to be in the designated attire for that day, so it is important you pack all of the items on this list.
Jamfest Super Nationals Packing List
Uniform top
Uniform bottom
Socks
Cheer shoes
Fearless Red Uniform/White Bow
Fierce 5 Sparkle Uniform & Red Uniform/Black Bow
Black KC Cheer Mask
Makeup
Hair spray & Hair clips
Practice wear - see above
Practice shoes
KC Cheer warmup
KC Cheer Tank Top (black with red KCC logo)
Straightener
Medications (if needed)
Hand Sanitizer
Pillow and blanket for the bus
Snacks for the bus
Cell phones/chargers
Money for meals
There really is not much need to pack “street clothes” as cheerleaders will be either in their uniform, warm ups, or KC Cheer shirts while they are at the Convention Center.
Friday Practice Schedule:
Both teams will practice on Friday night at the Convention Center. We will meet at the Westin and walk over together.
Fearless - Meet coach at 7:30 - Practice at 8:10 in Hall B
Fierce Five - Meet Coach at 8:00 - Practice at 8:40 in Hall C
Coaches will walk teams back to the Westin immediately after their 30 minute practice
Saturday, January 16
The meeting locations will always be the Westin Lobby. Athletes should be completely dressed and ready to go when they meet their Coach.
Teams should plan to review their scoresheets with their coach once they are received.
Sunday, January 17
We are looking forward to an extremely fun weekend at Jamfest Super Nationals!
NCA All-Star Nationals 2020
NCA Flawless
Below is the information for Flawless. Please be aware of the Master KC Cheer Schedule for all performance times on Saturday.
Thursday, February 27
TRAVELING
All athletes are required to ride the bus to Dallas. The buses will leave from the parking lots at KC Cheer. If you are parking your car at KC Cheer please be sure to park only in front of our building or at the Arena. If you are dropping off please enter from the WEST END of the back parking lot and stay out of the way of the buses. Please be on the bus by 3:45 so we can leave promptly at 4:00pm.
The bus will not be stopping for dinner, so please make sure your cheerleader has snacks and drinks for the entire 9 hour trip. We will also be making a few "stretch" stops for the drivers, but cheerleaders will not be allowed off the bus during these stops.
When we arrive in Dallas, cheerleaders should take their luggage to their rooms and retire for the night.
Friday, February 28
Day 1 Attire - Gray Sponsorship Tee, White Bow with Tails, Warm Up.
Flawless will meet coaches in the lobby of the hotel at 3:30 dressed and ready and they’ll take them over to the arena to perform.
Team members will report to team room A119 at the convention center at 5:15. Flawless will compete in Hall E at 7:24pm.
At 9:00pm, we will get on the bus and go back to the hotel.
Saturday, February 29
Flawless will go over at 1:15 with Fierce Five to watch for the day. Coaches will let team mom know if there will be a meeting or a practice. She will communicate this to the team through the Band app.
Flawless will stay at the Arena for the remainder of the day with the rest of the KC Cheer teams.
Sunday, March 1
Day 2 Attire - White Sparkle Tank, Red Tailless Bow, Warm Up
Flawless will be one of the first teams of the day, regardless of their placement. They will need to be in the lobby dressed and ready to go at 6:00 a.m. When they come down to meet their coaches they will also be loading luggage on the bus for the trip home, as we will not be coming back to the hotel.
Flawless awards session will be at 12:00p.m.
Flawless will board the buses some time Sunday afternoon to return home. We will update team moms as soon as we know this time.
Here is the schedule for Saturday. Times will be updated on the Master Schedule as we learn them.
NCA Saturday/Sunday Teams 2020
Below is the information for Saturday and Sunday teams at NCA (everyone except Flawless). Please be aware of the Master KC Cheer Schedule for all performance times.
Friday, February 28
TRAVELING
All athletes are required to ride the bus to Dallas. The buses will leave from KC Cheer. If you are parking your car at KC Cheer please be sure to park only in front of our building or at the arena. If you are dropping off please enter from the WEST END of the back parking lot and stay out of the way of the buses. Please be on the bus by 6:15 a.m. so we can leave promptly at 6:30 a.m.
The bus will only be stopping for cheerleaders to get off for food and drinks one time, so please make sure your cheerleader has snacks and drinks for the entire 9 hour trip, as well as money for lunch when we stop. We will also be making a few "stretch" stops for the drivers, but cheerleaders will not be allowed off the bus during these stops.
When we arrive in Dallas, cheerleaders should take their luggage to their rooms and get ready for a quick team meeting to discuss the next day. Coaches will let team moms know of the time once we get to Dallas. Athletes should be in bed no later than 10:00 p.m., as we have an early day on Saturday.
Fierce 5’s bus will come to the arena to watch Flawless and cheer on Charli at the Battle in the Arena
Saturday, February 29
Day 1 Attire - Gray Sponsorship Tee Shirt, White Bow with Tails, Warm Up
Fresh will meet in the lobby at 8:15 a.m. to get on the bus. They should be completely dressed and ready to go at this time.
Finesse, Fiesta & Fortune team members will board the bus at 9:45am to go over to watch Fresh. You do not have to be dressed and ready at this time, but you will not be returning to the hotel so be sure you have everything you need to get ready.
Fierce Five & Flawless will board the bus at 1:15pm to go over to watch all other teams.
All buses will be at the Convention Center to return to the hotel at 6:45 p.m. following Fierce Five’s performance. Fierce Five’s bus will be at the Convention Center at 7:30 to return them to the hotel.
Team members should plan on meeting with coaches following their performance and Saturday and practice in our team room. Updates with time and location will be posted in the Band app.
Click here for the schedule for Saturday
Sunday, March 1st
DAY 2 ATTIRE - White Sparkle Tank, Red Tailless Bow, Warm Up
ALL OF THIS DEPENDS ON PLACEMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Flawless will need to plan to meet in the lobby at 6:00 a.m. dressed and ready to go with all of their stuff to load the buses.
All other athletes will load the buses with luggage between 8:00-9:00 am Unless otherwise noted.
We will let all other teams know about what time they will load the bus once we know about placements. Coaches will let you know who needs to be dressed and ready at this time.
Teams will meet coaches during their "meet time" in the team room. They will need to be dressed and ready when they meet their coach.
Once teams are finished performing they will stay downtown at the Convention Center for the rest of the day. They will watch teams throughout the day. Times for Sunday will be updated on the Master Schedule as we learn them.
All team members should be in Warm Up when not in uniform
Times for Sunday will be updated on the Master Schedule as we learn them.
Jamfest Kansas City Nationals 2020
It’s a busy couple of weeks at KC Cheer. All teams will be competing at Jamfest Kansas City Nationals on February 15 & 16, 2020. The event is held at the Hy-Vee Arena located at 1800 Genessee St. KCMO.
Admission for spectators is $20 for one day or $30 for both days. Children (5-12) are $10 for the weekend. Military (with ID), Seniors 65+ and Children 4 and under are free. Additional Information can be found on the Jamfest Website
General Reminders
It is so important that all athletes are on time. These competitions will not hold our practice times, so if we are without someone at check-in, we lose our chance to warm up and practice.
This is our chance to have our hometown crowd there to cheer on our teams. Let's really show them our KC Cheer spirit and crowd support!
It is required that all athletes be at all KC Cheer performances (unless specified below) to cheer loudly for all our teams. Please pay close attention to the schedules below to make sure you are in the arena at all of the listed performance times. It is unacceptable to miss a performance because you're eating a meal or getting ready. All of these activities can and should be planned around performance times.
Our athletes love to perform for a cheering crowd! We love to have you there to watch, but remember to make some noise too! Bring on the loud voices, lighted signs, noisemakers and cowbells to support our teams.
It is super exciting to be competing against teams from all over the country right here in our city. Remember to show great sportsmanship (cheerleaders AND parents), and hospitality so teams want to return to KC for future competitions.
Saturday, February 15
Saturday Arrival Times
Considering the length of the day, we are dividing up arrival times for the sake of our athletes. Obviously everyone is welcome and encouraged to be there to cheer on the teams all day.
All team members that compete between 8:30 & 1:20pm should plan to arrive at the time specified in the schedule below to support all KC Cheer Teams. These athletes are allowed to leave after Firecrackers perform at 1:20pm or after the Awards Ceremony for Flippers and Allstar Prep.
All other team members should plan to arrive at the times listed in the schedule and may leave after Fresh performs at 8pm
Firecrackers will arrive at 12:30pm dressed and ready to go to the practice area. You will meet coaches at 12:30pm. They may leave after their Awards Ceremony
Teams should plan to meet their coach at the designated times near the coaches check in area. Please be sure you are dressed and ready at the time you meet your coach. This means hair done, lipstick and make-up done, and give all belongings to a parent or someone that can hold them until you are finished.
Saturday Uniform/Apparel
Allstar Elite teams will wear the white bow. All athletes should wear their Gray sponsorship tee shirt and full warm up when not in uniform. Allstar Prep team members will wear their white tank top over their uniform when not in the practice room or performing. Allstar Prep athletes will be in full uniform for their Awards.
Fearless will wear their white uniform and Fierce Five the white ruffle.
Saturday Schedule
Listed below are the times to be dressed and ready to meet your coaches. It is very important that everyone is dressed and entirely ready at the times listed below.
SATURDAY POST-PERFORMANCE
Cheer prep teams will have their awards ceremony on Saturday at the times listed above.
We may call a few practices if necessary, so please be prepared. Be sure to check the Band app for any additional information throughout the day.
SUNDAY, February 17
SUNDAY ARRIVAL TIMES
All team members should plan to arrive at the times listed in the schedule below. And will be dismissed as indicated in the schedule.
SUNDAY UNIFORM/APPAREL
Teams will wear the Red Bow. White Sparkle tank and full warm up when not in uniform. All team members must be in full warm ups for Awards.
Fearless will wear red today and Fierce Five will wear gray.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
AWARDS
There will be awards ceremonies throughout the day on Sunday as each division finishes. Everyone must be in full warm up when they go to their awards ceremony.
Good Luck to everyone! We know you have worked very hard, and the coaching staff is very proud of you!
Rockstar Championships 2020
ASC Central Nationals 2020
Jamfest Live! Kansas City
Jamfest Live! KC will be held at the KANSAS CITY CONVENTION CENTER - MUNICIPAL ARENA.
Admission is CASH ONLY as follows: $20 for Spectators; $5 for Children ages 5-12; Military (with ID), Seniors 65+ and Children 4 and under are free. Additional Information can be found on the Jamfest Live! Website
General Reminders
It is so important that all athletes are on time. These competitions will not hold our practice times, so if we are without someone at check-in, we lose our chance to warm up and practice. All athletes need to be dressed and ready at the “Meet Coach” time listed below.
Our athletes love to perform for a cheering crowd! We love to have you there to watch, but remember to make some noise too! Bring on the loud voices, lighted signs, noisemakers and cowbells to support our teams. Remember to show great sportsmanship (cheerleaders AND parents), and hospitality so teams want to return to KC for future competitions.
Saturday, January 25, 2020
Saturday Arrival Times
Teams should plan to meet their coach in the front lobby of Municipal Arena . Please be sure you are dressed and ready at the time you meet your coach. This means hair done, lipstick and make-up done, and give all belongings to a parent or someone that can hold them until you are finished.
Saturday Uniform/Apparel
All teams, except Fireflies, will be in the white bow. Prep teams who do not have a bow yet will receive their bow at practice on Friday.
All Prep team members should be in the white tank top over their uniform. Hair in a high ponytail. Make up is mascara, blush and red lipstick. NO EYE SHADOW.
Elite Cheer team members should be in warm up jacket and pants when not in uniform with their white tank underneath.
Saturday Schedule
There are no award ceremonies at this competition. Scores are announced right away and teams will know results as soon as their division has ended.
Prep team members are allowed to leave at the end of all Prep divisions and should arrive in time to cheer on the other KC Cheer Prep teams. (unless you are supposed to arrive earlier).
All Elite Cheer Team members are expected to stay to watch each Elite cheer team performance. Elite team members should arrive no later than 12 noon. See each team’s arrival time in the chart below.
Listed below are the times to be dressed and ready to meet your coaches. It is very important that everyone is dressed and entirely ready at the times listed below.
Good Luck to everyone! We know you have worked very hard, and the coaching staff is very proud of you!
America's Best Nationals 2019
Patriotic Championship 2019
COA Mid America Nationals 2019
The COA Mid America Nationals will be held in the Hy-vee Arena located at 1800 Genessee Street in KCMO on on March 9 and 10, 2019. All Cheer Prep and selected Allstar teams will be competing. General Information can be found on the COA Website.
Adult admission for the weekend is $25; Adult 1-day admission is $15; 2-day Children’s Pass (ages 5-12) is $10. Active and Retired Military, Seniors (65+) and Children 4 & Under are Free. Cost for Parking is $7.
EVENT DETAILS
Plan your day wisely! Parking at the Arena can be tricky, so make sure you make allowances for that.. Cheerleaders must be present for the performances of all KC Cheer teams. Remember that you like to have a crowd cheering you on when you perform, so be sure you are doing that for the rest of our gym! KC Cheer takes pride in our crowd support, so be sure you are part of the FAMILY and cheer on all our teams!
Saturday, March 9
UNIFORM: 20 Year Tank and Bow with Tails
All Allstar and Cheer Prep team members should be dressed in 20 year tanks and black leggings or sweatpants when not in uniform with Bow with Tails. Cheer Prep cheerleaders must be in full uniform for awards ceremonies.
SCHEDULE
Below is the schedule. All team members should arrive by 9:00 a.m. ( unless noted earlier) to watch Fiercelings perform at 9:18. Cheer Prep teams should plan to arrive at 3:30 p.m. Please be sure you are dressed and ready when it is time to meet your coach. You should not have any extra clothing or bags at this time. Coaches will meet team members in the main entry.
Cheer Prep Awards
Cheer Prep awards (Fireflies, Frenzy, Fancy) will be at 6:50 p.m. on Saturday.
All Star team members may leave after Frenzy at 5:45 p.m. Cheer prep team members may leave after their awards.
Sunday, March 10
Apparel: Tailless Bow and Team Jersey
Athletes should arrive by 9:15 a.m. to watch Fiercelings perform at 9:36a.m.
UPDATED AS OF 3/6/2019
NCA All-Star Nationals 2019
NCA Saturday/Sunday Teams
Below is the information for Saturday and Sunday teams at NCA (everyone except Finesse and Flawless). Please be aware of the Master KC Cheer Schedule for all performance times.
Friday, March 1
TRAVELING
All athletes are required to ride the bus to Dallas. The buses will leave from KC Cheer. If you are parking your car at KC Cheer please be sure to park only in front of our building or at the arena. If you are dropping off please enter from the WEST END of the back parking lot and stay out of the way of the buses. Please be on the bus by 6:15 a.m. so we can leave promptly at 6:30 a.m.
The bus will only be stopping for cheerleaders to get off for food and drinks one time, so please make sure your cheerleader has snacks and drinks for the entire 9 hour trip, as well as money for lunch when we stop. We will also be making a few "stretch" stops for the drivers, but cheerleaders will not be allowed off the bus during these stops.
When we arrive in Dallas, cheerleaders should take their luggage to their rooms and get ready for a quick team meeting to discuss the next day. Coaches will let team moms know of the time once we get to Dallas. Athletes should be in bed no later than 10:00 p.m., as we have an early day on Saturday.
Saturday, March 2
Day 1 Attire (Black Tank, Red Bow with Tails)
Fiesta will meet in the lobby at 8:30 a.m. to get on the bus. They should be completely dressed and ready to go at this time.
All of the other teams will board the bus at 9:30 a.m. to go over to watch. They don’t have to be dressed and ready at this time, but we will not be returning to the hotel. Teams should have everything they need to get ready with them.
Here is the schedule for Saturday. The last time this was updated was 2/25/19.
Sunday, March 3
DAY 2 ATTIRE (Team Jersey, White TAilless Bow)
ALL OF THIS DEPENDS ON PLACEMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Flawless and Finesse will need to plan to meet in the lobby at 6:00 a.m. dressed and ready to go with all of their stuff to load the buses.
We will let all other teams know about what time they will load the bus once we know about placements. Coaches will let you know who needs to be dressed and ready at this time.
Teams will meet coaches during their "meet time" in the team room. They will need to be dressed and ready when they meet their coach in the team room.
Once teams are finished performing they will stay downtown at the Convention Center for the rest of the day. They will watch teams throughout the day.
Times for Sunday will be updated on the Master Schedule as we learn them.
NCA Finesse/Flawless
Below is the information for Finesse and Flawless. Please be aware of the Master KC Cheer Schedule for all performance times on Saturday.
Thursday, February 28
TRAVELING
All athletes are required to ride the bus to Dallas. The buses will leave from the parking lots at KC Cheer. Since there is not a ton of parking here please try to arrange to be dropped off or carpool. Please be on the bus by 3:45 so we can leave promptly at 4:00.
The bus will not be stopping for dinner, so please make sure your cheerleader has snacks and drinks for the entire 9 hour trip. We will also be making a few "stretch" stops for the drivers, but cheerleaders will not be allowed off the bus during these stops.
When we arrive in Dallas, cheerleaders should take their luggage to their rooms and retire for the night.
Friday, March 1
Day 1 Attire (Black Tank, Red Bow with Tails)
Both teams will meet coaches in the lobby of the hotel at 2:30 dressed and ready and they’ll take them over to the arena to perform.
Teams will report to team room A130 at the convention center at 4:15. Both teams will compete in Hall B
At 7:15, we will get on their bus and go back to the hotel. Coaches will text team mom if a meeting is needed
Saturday, March 2
Finesse and Flawless will go over at 9:30 with the rest of the teams to watch for the day. Coaches will let team mom know if there will be a meeting or a practice.
Finesse and Flawless will stay at the Arena for the entire day with the rest of the KC Cheer teams.
Sunday, March 3
Day 2 Attire (Team Jersey, Tailless Bow)
Flawless and Finesse will be one of the first teams of the day, regardless of their placement. They will need to be in the lobby dressed and ready to go at 6:00 a.m. When they come down to meet their coaches they will also be loading luggage on the bus for the trip home, and will not be coming back to the hotel.
Finesse and Flawless awards will be at 10:20 a.m. in the B-Hall.
Flawless and Finesse will board the buses some time Sunday afternoon to return home early. We will update team moms as soon as we know this time.
Here is the schedule for Saturday. Times will be updated on the Master Schedule as we learn them.
Jamfest Kansas City Nationals 2019
It’s a busy couple of weeks at KC Cheer. All teams will be competing at Jamfest Kansas City Nationals on February 16 and 17, 2019. The event is held at the Hy-Vee Arena located at 1800 Genessee St. KCMO.
Admission for spectators is $15 for one day or $25 for both days. Children (5-12) are $10 for the weekend. Military (with ID), Seniors 65+ and Children 4 and under are free. Additional Information can be found on the Jamfest Website
General Reminders
It is so important that all athletes are on time. These competitions will not hold our practice times, so if we are without someone at check-in, we lose our chance to warm up and practice.
This is our chance to have our hometown crowd there to cheer on our teams. Let's really show them our KC Cheer spirit and crowd support!
It is required that all athletes be at all KC Cheer performances (unless specified below) to cheer loudly for all our teams. Please pay close attention to the schedules below to make sure you are in the arena at all of the listed performance times. It is unacceptable to miss a performance because you're eating a meal or getting ready. All of these activities can and should be planned around performance times.
Our athletes love to perform for a cheering crowd! We love to have you there to watch, but remember to make some noise too! Bring on the loud voices, lighted signs, noisemakers and cowbells to support our teams.
It is super exciting to be competing against teams from all over the country right here in our city. Remember to show great sportsmanship (cheerleaders AND parents), and hospitality so teams want to return to KC for future competitions.
Saturday, February 16
Saturday Arrival Times
Considering the length of the day, we are dividing up arrival times for the sake of our athletes. Obviously everyone is welcome and encouraged to be there to cheer on the teams all day.
All team members that compete between 10:00 & 2:00pm should plan to arrive by 10:00am (unless they meet their coach earlier) to support all KC Cheer Teams. These athletes are allowed to leave after Finesse performs at 1:51pm.
All other full season team members should plan to arrive at 1:00pm and are allowed to leave after Flippers perform at 6:21pm.
Firecrackers will arrive at 10:00am dressed and ready to go to the practice area. You will meet coaches at 10:36am. They may leave after their Awards Ceremony
Frenzy & Fireflies should plan to arrive by 6:00pm. Fancy by 5:00pm
Teams should plan to meet their coach at the designated times near the coaches check in area. Please be sure you are dressed and ready at the time you meet your coach. This means hair done, lipstick and make-up done, and give all belongings to a parent or someone that can hold them until you are finished.
Remember: Coaches may call extra practices after your teams' performances on Saturday.
Saturday Uniform/Apparel
Full Season teams will wear the bow with tails. All athletes should wear their 20 year Gym tank and black pants when not in uniform. Remember that you must always have your tank top or warm up jacket on to cover your midriff if you are not in the practice room or performing.
Saturday Schedule
Listed below are the times to be dressed and ready to meet your coaches. It is very important that everyone is dressed and entirely ready at the times listed below.
SATURDAY POST-PERFORMANCE
Cheer prep teams will have their awards ceremony on Saturday at the times listed above.
We may call a few practices if necessary, so please be prepared. Be sure your team mom has your cell number so that she can communicate any additional information throughout the day.
SUNDAY, February 17
SUNDAY ARRIVAL TIMES
All team members should plan to arrive by 10:00am, unless they are required to meet earlier. And are required to stay until the last KC Cheer team performs at 7:46pm.
SUNDAY UNIFORM/APPAREL
Teams will wear the Tailless Bow. Team Jersey and Black pants when not in uniform. All team members must be in full uniform for Awards.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
AWARDS
There will be awards ceremonies throughout the day on Sunday as each division finishes. Everyone must be in full uniform when they go to their awards ceremony. This means no backpacks, no warm ups, no shoes other than cheer shoes. You should look exactly as you look when you take the mat. FULL. UNIFORM.
Good Luck to everyone! We know you have worked very hard, and the coaching staff is very proud of you!
Rockstar Championships 2019
Jamfest Live! Kansas City
Jamfest Live! KC will be held at the Hy-Vee Arena (formerly Kemper Arena) located at 1800 Genessee St in KCMO on Saturday, January 26, 2019.
Admission is CASH ONLY as follows: $15 for Spectators; $5 for Children ages 5-12; Military (with ID), Seniors 65+ and Children 4 and under are free. Additional Information can be found on the Jamfest Live! Website
General Reminders
It is so important that all athletes are on time. These competitions will not hold our practice times, so if we are without someone at check-in, we lose our chance to warm up and practice. All athletes need to be dressed and ready at the “Meet Coach” time listed below.
We will divide the day so that team members do not have to stay for all KC Cheer performances. The chart below indicates the time you should plan to arrive so that you can cheer on the other KC Cheer teams. Cheerleaders are allowed to leave after their awards ceremony. It is unacceptable to miss a performance because you're eating a meal or getting ready. All of these activities can and should be planned around performance times.
Our athletes love to perform for a cheering crowd! We love to have you there to watch, but remember to make some noise too! Bring on the loud voices, lighted signs, noisemakers and cowbells to support our teams.
Remember to show great sportsmanship (cheerleaders AND parents), and hospitality so teams want to return to KC for future competitions.
Saturday, January 26, 2019
Saturday Arrival Times
Considering the length of the day, we are dividing up arrival times for the sake of our athletes. Obviously everyone is welcome and encouraged to be there to cheer on the teams all day.
Teams should plan to meet their coach in the front entrance of the Event Center. . Please be sure you are dressed and ready at the time you meet your coach. This means hair done, lipstick and make-up done, and give all belongings to a parent or someone that can hold them until you are finished.
Saturday Uniform/Apparel
Athletes should be dressed in black 20 year tanks and black pants or warm ups when not in uniform. Remember that you must always have your tank top or warm up jacket on to cover your midriff if you are not in the practice room or performing. Full season team members will be wearing the Bow with Tails.
Saturday Schedule
Listed below are the times to be dressed and ready to meet your coaches. It is very important that everyone is dressed and entirely ready at the times listed below.
AWARDS
There will be awards ceremonies throughout the day on Saturday as each division finishes. Everyone must be in full uniform when they go to their awards ceremony. This means no backpacks, no warm ups, no shoes other than cheer shoes. You should look exactly as you look when you take the mat. FULL. UNIFORM.
Good Luck to everyone! We know you have worked very hard, and the coaching staff is very proud of you!
JAMfest Super Nationals 2019
It’s hard to believe we are leaving for Jamfest Super Nationals this Friday! This is a huge competition full of outstanding teams and lots of fun. We are very excited for our teams to compete with some of the best teams in the nation. Below you will find many travel details. Please read & print this to bring with you to refer to throughout the weekend. In addition to the things listed below, we are asking the following of cheerleaders and parents traveling with KC Cheer:
First, for cheerleaders, we ask that you perform to the very best of your ability, that you support all KC Cheer teams by cheering them on at each performance, and that you conduct yourselves in a responsible and respectable manner. Parents, we as you to help us monitor our athletes this weekend. Please give them support and guidance when they need it. Bring your loud voices, noise makers and KC Cheer spirit to each and every performance. (See very old Jamfest photo at right for spirit inspiration. Can you spot some familiar faces? :) )
Before We Go
Extra Practices
The KC Cheer Staff reserves the right to call extra practices on any night of the week prior to a major competition. If it is decided your team needs extra practice, your coach will let you know immediately so athletes can make proper arrangements. Please remember that all practices leading up to 2 weeks before a competition are mandatory!
Important Reminders
You are representing KC Cheer! Please be considerate of others in the hotel, show great sportsmanship on and off the floor and follow all curfew rules.
KC Cheer team members are required to be at all KC Cheer performances. No exceptions.
No swimming is allowed during the competition. If you are staying Sunday night and choose to swim after all competition is complete, that is fine.
Remember that you are here to compete. That means your first priority is your team, your gym and all performances and practices that go with being part of this group. Please do not make plans for the girls to go shopping while in Indy, as chances are it will probably interfere with other teams' performance times that they're required to be present for.
Do not make plans that will interfere with any practice or performance.
All cheerleaders should make sure they have their phones with them as team parents will be sending text messages to notify people of last minute instructions. At a competition this large, it's important to be in constant communication.
Please do not allow your child to travel between the hotel, mall and arena alone. These areas are open to the public and will be very crowded this weekend.
On the "crowded" note, it might be a good idea to bring a small cooler with breakfast foods inside: muffins, fruit, bagels, juice etc. Breakfast will be important to most of our team members, so please come prepared.
KC Cheer has a team room in the convention center. The room number is 236. Please understand that teams will be using this room throughout the weekend for a meeting place and any practices we may need. Do not leave your valuables in this room, as it will not be locked.
KC Cheer enforces a strict 10:00 curfew, as do all the hotels we are staying in this weekend. All cheerleaders must be in their assigned rooms by 10:00 p.m. with lights out by 11:00p.m.
The KC Cheer staff and parents will be making room checks to enforce this curfew. If cheerleaders do not adhere to this rule their team will have consequences imposed on them. You're here to do a job, and we need all athletes to be well-rested for the long days ahead.
Please try to adhere to the schedule given to the athletes. ALL team members are required to be at ALL KC Cheer performances!
The Bus
Open containers are not allowed on the bus. All drinks must have a lid.
You must share seats on the bus. (Unless you paid for a double seat)
Please remember the four seats in the first row of the bus are reserved for the coaches
The luggage bins will be marked with the name of each of our hotels. Please be sure to put your luggage in the correct bin to expedite unloading in Indy.
Cheerleaders should wear comfortable clothes on the bus. They may wear slippers on the bus, but must have real shoes to change in to for lunch time.
The buses are equipped with TVs for movies. Please make sure your movies are age appropriate.
Cheerleaders are to ride their team buses. Cheerleaders 5th grade and under are required to have a parent with them on the bus.
If you are going to make different arrangements to get home from Indianapolis, please inform the person who is in charge of your bus before Sunday night.
Cheerleaders must clean up after themselves.
Do not leave items on the bus, as they may not be there on Sunday when you get back on.
Packing
Please see below for a list of things you'll need for this weekend. Athletes are required to be in the designated attire for that day, so it is important you pack all of the items on this list.
Jamfest Super Nationals Packing List
Uniform top
Uniform bottom
Socks
Cheer shoes
Makeup
Hair spray & Hair clips
Red/Black/White Bow with tails
White Tailless Bow
Both sets of Practice Wear
Practice shoes
KC Cheer warmup (black pants or black leggings if you don't have a warmup)
KC Cheer team Jersey
KC Cheer black 20 year tank
Straightener/curling iron
Medications (if needed)
Pillow and blanket for the bus
Snacks for the bus
Cell phones/chargers
Money for meals
Sensible shoes for walking in the snow when outdoors
Attire
All cheerleaders should wear the outfits outlined for each day when not in competition uniform during our stay in Indy. Do not leave your hotel room in a sports bra and spandex.
Cheerleaders are always allowed to be in warmup jackets and black pants or warmup pants when at competitions.
The gym tank is an item that every cheerleader must have. All cheerleaders were given one. If you lost yours you need to purchase a new one, because it is required attire for the weekend.
Cheerleaders must be dressed in gym shirt and black pants or warmup when not in uniform. No PJ pants, jeans or other street clothes!
Cheerleaders must be in full uniform for awards ceremonies. They will not be allowed on stage if they are not in full uniform.
Friday, January 18
Traveling
Attire: anything comfy
Buses will depart from KC Cheer at 6:30 a.m. This means everyone should be on the bus by 6:20 a.m. We will not hold the buses for you if you are late. Parking in the street is not allowed and do not park in front of other businesses or their garage doors. Car pool or get someone to drop you off if at all possible.
The luggage bins will be marked with the name of our hotels. Please be sure to put your luggage in the correct bin under the bus. This will help expedite unloading when we get to Indianapolis. The buses will stop at all hotels, as necessary.
The buses will stop for lunch in St. Louis and a couple of short “stretch stops for the drivers. Cheerleaders will be allowed off the bus at lunch, but not for the other stops. Please make sure your cheerleader has snacks and drinks for the entire 9 hour trip, as well as money for lunch when we stop. Make sure cheerleaders are in groups when they get off for lunch. Our lunch stop will be 45 minutes.
Check in at each hotel in on your own. No one under the age of 18 may check into the hotel, so if parents are traveling separately from the buses, make sure you are in the lobby when the cheerleaders arrives on the bus.
Should coaches choose to hold a team practice on Friday night at the Convention Center, your team will be informed of this prior to getting to Indy.
KC Cheer has a team room in the Convention Center. The room number is 236. Please understand that teams will be using this room throughout the weekend for a meeting place and any practices we need. Do NOT leave your valuables in this room as it will NOT be locked.
Saturday, January 19
Attire: Black Gym 20-year tank and Black pants when not in Uniform. Bow with tails (red/black/white)
Please note: It is required that all team members be at every KC Cheer performance unless they are in the practice room with their teams.
One bus will meet any Force team members and parents at the Marriott Indy East at 6:15a.m. Dressed and ready to go. Do not be late! The weather will make travel slower than normal and the teams cannot be late. This bus will then pick up any Force team members at the Sheraton City Center Hotel between 6:30-6:45a.m. Followed by the Hilton Garden Inn. All Force athletes need to be dressed and ready to go when they get on the bus. The bus will then proceed to the Convention Center.
Athletes from all other teams and parents at the Marriott Indy East will be picked up at 7:45a.m. to be transported to the Convention Center for the day. Athletes should bring everything they need for the day.
Athletes and parents at the Sheraton City Center will be picked up at 8:00a.m.to be transported to the Convention Center for the day. The buses will then head to the Hilton Garden Inn to pick up the remaining athletes and parents. Please be ready when the buses arrive. Athletes should bring everything they need for the day.
Athletes at the JW Marriott will be responsible for getting to Arena F in time to see Force perform at 8:39a.m.
We will have a gym meeting at 8:00p.m. in room 236. Teams should plan to practice after reviewing their scoresheets sometime throughout the day. Coaches will have team parents communicate times to each team. We will load buses to all hotels following the gym meeting.
Sunday, January 20
Attire: Team jersey and black pants when not in uniform. White tailless bow.
One bus will meet Force team members and parents at the Marriott Indy East at 5:30a.m. Dressed and ready to go. If traveling home by bus, your luggage will have to be on the bus at this time. Do not be late! The weather will make travel slower than normal and the teams cannot be late. This bus will then pick up any Force team members at the Sheraton City Center Hotel between 6:00-6:10a.m. Followed by the Hilton Garden Inn. All Force athletes need to be dressed and ready to go when they get on the bus. The bus will then proceed to the Convention Center. Any athletes/family members traveling home by bus will have to have their luggage on the bus prior to going to the Convention Center.
Buses will pick up Fortune & Finesse athletes and parents at the Marriott Indy East at 6:45a.m. Anyone traveling home by bus will have to put their luggage on the bus at this time. The bus will then head to The Sheraton followed by the Hilton Garden Inn. Fortune and Finesse will be the two teams in the Arena to cheer on Force at 7:57a.m. Please be ready to load your luggage when the buses arrive at your hotel. There will only be a small crowd to cheer on Force, so you cannot be late for their performance!
The final buses will pick up all other athletes (Fierce Five, Fresh Flawless, Fearless, Fiesta, Fame) and family members at the Marriott Indy East at 9:00a.m. Please be in the lobby with your luggage to load on the bus when it arrives. The buses will then proceed to the Sheraton, followed by the Hilton Garden Inn. If you are traveling home by bus your luggage must be on the bus at this time.
Hotel checkout is at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday morning.
Make sure your athlete takes ALL needed items with her in the morning on Sunday to the arena. You will not be able to get to this luggage until the end of the day on Sunday when we load the buses.
If your “team” bus is not the one to pick you up, please remember which bus you put your luggage. You have the option of riding that bus home if you prefer.
The buses will begin loading as soon as possible after the awards ceremonies. We will NOT be stopping for food on the return trip, so please plan for this
Below is the performance schedule and awards schedule. Again, all team members must be at all team performances, even after their awards ceremonies are over.
Sunday performance schedule
Sunday Awards Schedule
Awards will be held in Champions Arena, which is Hall D.
Teams will meet coaches here in FULL UNIFORM for awards
Traveling home
We will leave immediately following the Fame awards ceremony which begins at 9:15pm. Information regarding the location of the buses for our departure will be communicated on Sunday through your team mom.
We will NOT be stopping on the way home for food, so please plan for this (drinks and snacks).
If your cheerleader is not riding the bus home, please let your coach or team mom know before Sunday evening. Your cheerleader is still required to stay for all team performances even if he or she is not riding the bus home.
Additional information regarding this weekend can be found here.
We are looking forward to an extremely fun weekend at Jamfest Super Nationals!