USASF Scoring System - CheerABILITIES
MOTIONS ( 1.0 - 10.0 )
The following will be considered :
• A variety of motions that create visuals through levels and creative formations .
• Memorization of the motions from most athletes in the group .
• Timing of motions as a group and attempt of placement .
Judges will not penalize for bent arms , imperfect placement , or 1-2 athletes lacking precise timing . DANCE ( 1.0 - 10.0 )
The following will be considered :
• Variety of movements that enhance the musicality and levels throughout the section that create unique visuals .
• How well the team dances as a group rather than the execution of body placement .
• Endurance and the ability to maintain timing , project high energy level , pace / speed , and overall movement of the dance as a whole .
• Appropriate athletic moves .
Judges will not penalize for athletes standing in a single formation , 1-2 athletes lacking precise timing , or imperfect body placement . OVERALL IMPRESSION ( 1.0 - 20.0 )
The following will be considered :
• Pace of movements that enhance the energy throughout the routine and how well it is executed .
• Visuals created because of good timing , use of skills and placement that also enhance musicality .
• Athletes projecting confidence with energetic expression through facials , connecting with the audience , displaying pure joy throughout the routine and not relying on constant reminders from the coaches at the front of the floor .
• Incorporation of all athletes throughout the routine
Judges will not penalize nor comment on lack of skills or abilities .
BUILDING JUDGE NOTE ( ELITE DIVISION ) If an Assistant fulfills a required building role ( required base , spotter , top person ) the team will be given a ZERO in the Building Category on the score sheet ( regardless of the number of groups ).
TUMBLING JUDGE NOTE ( ELITE DIVISION ) If an Assistant spots or assists tumbling the team will be given a ZERO in the Tumbling Category on the score sheet ( regardless of the number of athletes ). NOTE : An Assistant may help an athlete up after a forward roll to get to their feet and it will NOT result in a ZERO in the Tumbling Category .
LEGALITY OFFICIAL NOTES
• CheerABILITIES rules can be found here : USASF Rules .
• If a team breaks one of the CheerAbility General Rules it is a . 25 legality penalty .
• If an Assistant spots or assists tumbling it is a . 25 legality penalty , per occurrence .
• If an Assistant assists a skill to help put it back up , stabilize it , save the stunt , help the top person stay up , etc . they will be given a 1.0 legality penalty , per occurrence .
NOTE : If an athlete is assisted due to a fall or near fall , the Assistant can help them safely get down without incurring a deduction .
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