Cheer Captain Qualities

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An Excellent Captain works well with the squad and coach. She always attempts to keep communications opened in both directions. She does not show any favoritism and all decisions are based on what is best for the whole team. A captain does not consider it tattling or betrayal to report something that reflects on the squad to the coach. She knows how to delegate, has great people skills, can mediate disagreements without taking sides, and is familiar with all aspects of a cheerleading squad. Being selected as captain is not a popularity contest and must not be afraid to stand up for what's best for the team by voicing her opinion in a positive manner. The coaches expect the captain(s) to possess the following qualities: 1. Good Communication…show more content…
Lead conditioning and stretching. Contact squad members when asked to do so by the coach(es). Call cheers/chants at games and/or establish how cheers will be called. The captain will also decide if a member is allowed to get a drink/use restroom during a game. Participate in extra scheduled activities. Greet and make visiting squads feel welcome before games. Help solve conflicts by being fair and impartial. Meet with the coach(es) on a regular basis. Address all concerns, issues, etc. with the coach(es) following the chain of commands. Remain positive regardless of the situation. Keep girls on task (especially at games)… no talking, horseplay, etc. Be the linking source between the coach and the squad. Making safety a top priority by checking to see if the spiritline members have removed all jewelry, has their hair up and is wearing the appropriate attire for practice. Other various tasks asked of you by the coach. NOTE: If the selected captain fails to meet the expectations set forth, she may be asked to step down at any…show more content…
What is your strongest characteristic that would make you a great captain? _________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 3. What is your weakest characteristic that would hinder you being a great captain? ____________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ 4. What can you attribute to the team that the other candidates cannot? ___________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 5. What do you feel is the most important responsibility as a captain?_______________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ 6. If you could improve one thing about the PHS Cheer program, what would it be? How would you go about doing it? ___________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ 7. If a member of the team were off-task during a

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