FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
How much does it cost?
The 2024 Fall Season registration fee is $225.00. This helps pay for our bows, game day jerseys, music, competition fees and more.
In addition to the registration fee, we require three postdated checks:
Check One: The first check is for your athlete's uniform in the amount of $250.00. The uniform check will be destroyed at the end of the season once your uniform is returned in the condition you received it.
Check Two: The second check is in the amount of $200.00. The Milford Jr. Spartans require you volunteer for a minimum of 5 events for one athlete and 3 events for each additional athlete. Exception: Flag Football and Jr. Tiny Mites are require 3 events total. Sign up early to get the shift and/or desired position. The volunteer check will also be returned or destroyed if those hours are completed. If volunteer events are not fulfilled by the end of the season, the post-dated check will not be returned and will be cashed.
Check Three: The third check is in the amount of $100.00 for fundraising. We require each athlete/families to fundraise for at least two events per season. The fundraising check will also be returned or destroyed if those hours are completed. If volunteer events are not fulfilled by the end of the season, the post-dated check will not be returned and will be cashed.
Checks may be made payable to Milford Jr. Spartans.
What items do I need to purchase for the cheer season?
You will need two pairs of cheer shoes total for the season. One white pair for indoor use only and second white pair for outdoor use.
Practice Attire: Tumble shorts (no pockets preferred), a tank top or short sleeve shirt, white indoor only cheer shoes, and hair must be in a ponytail completely out of the face. Please ensure your athlete brings a full water bottle to each practice.
For football games: Uniform, white outdoor cheer shoes, game day bow, hair in a high ponytail. For cold morning games, you may use navy blue gloves if desired. Please ensure your athlete brings a full water bottle to each game.
For competitions: "Competition Ready" - Athletes should arrive at the competition site in full uniform, white no show socks and white cheer shoes. Hair must be pulled back in a high ponytail with fly-aways controlled with gel, hairspray or mousse. A black, metal free, hair-tie is required. Athletes are not allow to carry bags of any kind with them. Please remove any extra layers of clothing prior to your athlete entering the school.
*Information listed above is subject to change by the Cheer Director and/or Head Coach
Where and when do practices take place?
Practices start the first week of August at Keyes Field. We practice at the West entrance (127 Elm St.).
Around the last week of August, practice moves to Milford Middle School cafeteria at 33 Osgood Rd.
Specific team schedules will be provided prior to the beginning of the season.
What do athletes need for practice?
Athletes should arrive at practice with hair up, no earrings or jewelry, no pockets on shorts or ties on the side and no spaghetti strap tops. They should have their athletic or cheer shoes, plenty of water and bug spray/sunscreen (for outdoor practice).
Does my athlete need to attend every practice?
Yes! The first 3 weeks of summer will be conditioning. It is important that athletes are at every practice. If you must miss a practice, please reach out to your head coach as early as possible.
What is required of parents?
Milford Jr Spartans have no employees. Like most youth non profit programs, it's 100% volunteer driven. Parents are required to volunteer and fundraise in order to make the year a successful season. We highly encourage parent involvement.
Additional information can be found in the Milford Jr. Spartans Handbook