Safety Certification Course: https://nfhslearn.com/courses/cheer-and-dance-safety-certificationWhat is Game Day Cheer?•Game Day is a competition that celebrates traditional cheerleading.•It gives teams a forum to compete in categories that reflect what they do on the sidelines to engage crowd involvement and demonstrate school traditions.Categories:Band Dance, Situational Sideline, Time-Out Cheer, Fight SongCHEERLEADING SECTION IX GAME DAY COMPETITION2025-2026 CHEERLEADING SECTIONALS - GAME DAYLocation/Date - Wednesday, Oct. 29th, 2025 - Time:TBA @ Monroe Woodbury HS The top teams from Sectionals will compete at STATES on November 9th at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, NY.Each school must have a copy of their music licensing agreement/proof of purchase. See where to find music guidelines on page 7. It will be required if your team qualifies for States.1.DIVISIONS (based on school size)Division A – 849 and upDivision B - 479 - 848Division C – 478 and below2. Procedure for weather delays or cancellations of Section IX ChampionshipsIn Sectional competition involving multiple schools, the respective Sports Chair will advise the Executive Director or designee of any adverse conditions. The Executive Director or Designee will consult with the participating schools then decide whether to hold or cancel the competition.3. Admission:· Price - $8.00 - Section IX will be using gofan.com as their online ticketing site4. Awards: ·Plaques and Medals will be awarded to the Section IX Champion for each Division