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Competition Squads

These teams are designed for athletes in grades 2–12 who are interested in competing at both the local and national levels. All teams will compete in 7–10 local competitions, as well as State.

Tryouts are required, and attendance at Open Gyms is highly encouraged.

Varsity and JV Varstiy Travel Opportunity:

The Varsity Traditional Competition team (Nationally ranked team!) , along with the Varsity Game Day and JV Game Day teams, will have the opportunity to pursue a bid to the National High School Cheerleading Championships (NHSCC) in Orlando, Florida.

Squad Placement Requirements

  • Strong soft skills are essential: focus, listening, and full participation.
  • Passion for cheerleading, both in and out of practice, is a must.
  • Cheerleaders must practice individual skills and routine counts outside of practice.
  • Must be able to work well with teammates and staff leaders.

Season Details
Details are updated each year as the new season approaches. Important dates for the upcoming season will be shared in the spring.

Please review and understand the time and financial commitment before tryouts. Competition squads require strong attendance and dedication.

Exact costs and the complete season schedule will be provided upon team placement, as costs may vary between new and returning members. Full schedules are shared privately with families.

Team/Parent Meetings 

Dates will be emailed after tryout placements.

Please note that, for privacy reasons, some details/locations will not be available until squad placements are sent directly to families/posted in private groups!

Sideline IS required for Varsity Competition athletes. 

 

Explore Our Competition Cheer Programs

Elementary Comp

 

NEW! Game Day Competition

This year, the Lakeville Cheerleading program is excited to add Game Day to our program! We’re looking forward to joining the Game Day division and bringing even more spirit to our season.

If you’d like more information about what Game Day includes and how it compares to Traditional routines, please review the details below.

Please note: Game Day will ONLY be added to our JV and Varsity Competition Teams at this time. This team is optional for traditional competition athletes.

What Is the Game Day Division?

The Game Day Division in competition cheerleading is designed to showcase what teams do on the sidelines at football or basketball games. It focuses on leading the crowd, building school spirit, and demonstrating strong, clean cheerleading fundamentals.

Game Day routines are meant to feel like a real game environment — energetic, engaging, and spirit-driven.

What Is a Traditional Routine?

A Traditional (Performance) Routine is the style most people think of when they picture competition cheer. These routines are highly choreographed performances set to music that emphasize advanced stunts, tumbling, pyramids, and dance.

They are designed to showcase difficulty, technique, creativity, and overall performance quality.

Differences Between Game Day and Traditional

 

Why Compete in Both?

Participating in both divisions helps athletes become well-rounded cheerleaders.

  • Game Day builds leadership, projection, and crowd connection.
  • Traditional builds advanced skills, strength, and performance ability.

Together, they develop confident, versatile athletes who can excel both on the sidelines and on the competition floor.