- Dec 28, 2009
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Wanted to start a friendly discussion on all-star prep, based on some of the things that have been discussed with other coaches.
First, for those of you that are considering doing the prep division, do you like or dislike the 2 minute rule? The no crossovers rule? Why?
Second, we obviously do not want every single division offered, because a small co-ed level 5 is not a true prep team. What divisions would you like to see? What divisions make the most sense?
Third, the big concern is with tumbling. On a prep team, you could have a wide range of skills since you will probably have new kids mixed in with kids that have cheered before, maybe on a pop warner or youth league team. What is the best option to allow children to compete at their true level (which may be level 3 stunting but level 1 tumbling) but allow the prep division to grow?
Just wanted to start a little discussion, since the talks I've been a part of so far have been really awesome. Keep in mind we are talking about true prep teams here... Composed of kids that cannot afford or do not want to make the full commitment to all-star, but want a small taste of it.
Ready... GO.
First, for those of you that are considering doing the prep division, do you like or dislike the 2 minute rule? The no crossovers rule? Why?
Second, we obviously do not want every single division offered, because a small co-ed level 5 is not a true prep team. What divisions would you like to see? What divisions make the most sense?
Third, the big concern is with tumbling. On a prep team, you could have a wide range of skills since you will probably have new kids mixed in with kids that have cheered before, maybe on a pop warner or youth league team. What is the best option to allow children to compete at their true level (which may be level 3 stunting but level 1 tumbling) but allow the prep division to grow?
Just wanted to start a little discussion, since the talks I've been a part of so far have been really awesome. Keep in mind we are talking about true prep teams here... Composed of kids that cannot afford or do not want to make the full commitment to all-star, but want a small taste of it.
Ready... GO.