Take the National Cheer Safety Month Quiz

I have!

Establish communication between athletes, coaches, and parents/caregivers

Have proper footwear, practicewear, surface, and environment

Stretch properly before (dynamic) and after practice (static)

Follow your athletic trainer’s advice and proper protocols for returning from any injury

Work in progressions, from lower to higher, and from easier to more advanced body positions

All of the above are important!

The coach, athletic trainer, or other supervising adult

The team captains

Any designated team member

Once they decide they feel better

Immediately, it's only "suspected"

After clearance by a healthcare provider with experience managing concussions, symptoms are gone, and following a step-by-step return protocol.

Once a coach doesn't notice any symptoms

Every adult in contact with athletes should be properly screened, including background checks

Adults should not have contact with an athlete without another adult present or included in electronic communication

Athletes and parents should know policies, red flags, and signs of grooming and how to safely report

All of the above!

Yes we have! (Or we will soon!)

At the top

10th out of 20

17th lowest out of 20

At the bottom

Just hope for the best!

Follow the tips from National Cheer Safety Month, reduce injuries, protect athletes, and continue to make cheer safe!

Take the National Cheer Safety Month Quiz!