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• Full Season Training & Instruction w/ State Qualified Coaches & Junior Coaches 

• Dance Instruction & Training from Professional Choreographers

• Complete Cheer Uniform & Accessories to Keep (Uniform, Socks, Shoes, & Bow)

• Complete Cheer Practice Wear (shorts, top)

• MCCA Sponsor T-shirt

• (4) ICA Competitions with prospect of getting bid to State 

• (1)  In-House Showcase Performance and Group Talent Event

• (4) Individual & Customized Competition Gifts 

• (4) Pre Competition Parties (Food, Drinks, Hair, & Makeup Included) 

• Free Athlete Transportation & Free Athlete Parking covered for competitions

• Competition Medals & Awards

• Cheerleader Spotlights & Social Media AllStar Posts for our Proud Parents

• Team Bonding Activities/Events/ Parties throughout the year:

  • Mermaid Pool Party

  • Big Sister & Little Sister Team Bonding Night

  • Barn Dance 

  • Float Decorating 

  • Crafting & Painting Day

  • Ice Cream & Pizza Party 

• Fundraising Events

  • Breast Cancer Walk-A-Thon

  • Family Bingo Night

  • Little Caeser's Pizza 

  • Fill My Bow

• Walking in Local Parades & Festivals (McHenry Milk Days Parade & Settlers Day Parade)

• Cheer Competition Music (Customized for Each Squad)

• End of Year Banquet Dinner, Dessert, & Coco Bar (Athletes & Parents FREE)

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FUN FACTS ABOUT MCCA CHEER...​

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• Cheer Season will run May through November 2025. 

• Practice location: 205 Lindow Lane, Marengo 

• Practices will be 2-3 days a week and coaches will post their practice schedules in April.

• All practices 3 weeks prior to competitions are mandatory (NO EXCEPTIONS*) Please plan your vacations, time off, and weekend activities accordingly.

• MCCA reserves the right to refuse registration if they see fit.

• Practices are CLOSED to parents or guardians.

• MCCA is a proud registered member of the Illinois Cheerleading Association.

• All important details for the upcoming season including competitions, practice dates, and events will all be listed on the Band App. Parents are responsible for checking the app daily throughout the cheer season. When a coach posts in the app please make an effort to respond, like, or heart the post so that it's acknowledged by the coaching staff.

• Registration fees do not include STATE FEES or STATE GIFTS.

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ATTENDANCE

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• Attendance is important to maintain a STATE QUALIFYING TEAM! This includes understanding that extra practices maybe added onto the schedule to improve the team's skill sets and performance. Families need to be flexible with coaching staff in the event said practices are added on as it only benefits the team as a whole.  

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• Full details of the complete attendance policy will be provided to parents in the By-Laws prior to the start of the season. Athletes are expected to be present and punctual during their scheduled practices. Regular attendance is essential for the productivity of the team. Athletes should plan personal appointments and other sporting activities outside of the cheer season. MCCA is a competitive cheer commitment.

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• The attendance expectation is as follows: 

  • Athletes should not miss more than 4 unexcused absences in a season.

  • Any practices 3 weeks prior to a competition are mandatory.

  • Competitions are mandatory and not optional (including showcases). 

  • MCCA will not approve vacations during the competition season.  Failure to present any conflicts prior to the start of the season can result in cancelled competitions.

    • ​Routines and cheers are strategically planned in advance and it's extremely difficult to fill empty positions especially when we're missing an athlete in a specific stunt.

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• Parents wishing to sign up their athlete for competitive cheer need to understand the commitment and responsibility prior to sign up. 

• • Presence Commitment

    • Athletes may have no more than 4 unexcused absences throughout the season.

    • Athletes with a fever, diarrhea, constant coughing, flu-type symptoms, stomach bug issues, or the common cold should stay home from practice and see a doctor. 

  • Practice Commitment

    • Practices range from 2-3 days a week. 

  • Financial Commitment

    • Families making monthly payments are expected to make payments on time to stay in good standing.

    • Participating in MCCA's fundraising events throughout the season is a huge commitment to the organization. We expect parents to support their athletes during fundraisers and MCCA events.

  • Volunteer Commitment ​​​

    • Each family is required to give a minimum of 6 volunteer hours per cheer season.

    • Each family must participate in at least half of MCCA's Fundraising Events that are assigned for the upcoming cheer season. Our primary goal is to raise funds, increase awareness, and build up community.

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HOW MUCH IS COMPETITIVE CHEER 2026? 

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•  Option 1: 5 (five) Installments of $210 a month (upon registration) until paid off.​

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• Option 2: 6 (six) Installments of $175 a month (upon registration) until paid off.

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• Option 3: Pay in full ($1050)​

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• Option 4: Secure a Sponsor & Cheer for FREE! ​​​

  • Ask a family friend who owns a company to sponsor your cheer season!

  • Talk to your EMPLOYER and ask them to sponsor your athlete's cheer season!​

  • Talk to your Pediatrician- they love sponsoring! 
  • Talk to your Dentist- many dentists sponsor youth sports!
  • Talk to a Local Restaurant or Family Diner in the area

  • Talk to your Local Bakery, Family Vet, Auto Dealership, Flower Shop, Gas Station, Grocery Store, etc. 

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​So many companies LOVE to sponsor! It gets their name out into the community and it helps get them more business! 

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• Option 5: Want to participate but can't find an option that works for you? MCCA does not turn down families. We work WITH them. If you're interested in joining and need a different payment plan please reach out to jenna@mchenrycountycheeracademy.com or mauri@mchenrycountycheeracademy.com

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REFUNDS​

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• MCCA does not allow ANY REFUNDS. Once an athlete has legally registered for the season, regardless of whether the athlete participates in events or if they have chosen to withdraw by choice or not, they will not receive any refunds or reimbursements from past payments made.

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• Athletes who drop out during the season (after registration) will not receive any type of reimbursement or refund. By registering, families agree they can not cancel any checks, call their bank to stop payment/ dispute a charge, or decide not to pay their remaining balance.

  • Families who decide to go against our policy will quickly be eliminated from the program indefinitely. They'll also receive an additional $50 fee for any stop payments or deputes. Families falsely identifying misinformation leading to a chargeback dispute will also be in negative standing. 

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• Families who elect to enroll in payment plans MUST fill out an automatic payment slip prior to the season. Families can choose whether to start payment deductions right away to quickly pay off their bill or they can start making payments 1 month prior to the start of the cheer season. If a family is 5 days late (or more) on making their payment arrangement- than a $35 charge will be added to their account for that month. Families who consistantly miss their monthly payments will quickly move to negative standing and athletes won't be able to attend practice until the account is cleared up.

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• All MCCA families are expected to give a minimum of 6 volunteer hours per cheer season. MCCA will collect a pre-written $100 check (upon registration) and will use that as a deposit until their volunteer commitments are fulfilled. Families have until Nov. 1st to volunteer their time. If families have not fulfilled their volunteer obligations then checks will be cashed after November 1st. Families who meet their 6 hour requirement will get their check or cash back after the cheer season has ended in December.​​

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• Guide To State 

  • In the event our squad gets a "Bid to State", MCCA families are responsible for state fees, athlete gifts, and hotel accomodations. State is A HUGE accomplishment and the athletes have worked incredibly hard to get where they are. MCCA will help the athletes pay for state by assisting in fundraising and helping as much as possible.

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IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER 

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• March & April 2026 >>>> Cheerleading Basics for Beginners

  • Cheerleading is a fun sport! Learn all the fundamentals of cheer if you are a first timer or if you need a refresher before the season starts. Athletes will learn Cheer Stances/ Motions, Jumps, Minor Stunting, Clasping, and how teamwork comes into play when performing. This is a fun and energetic class that gives all the necessary resources for learning how to be a successful cheerleader. ​

  • Athletes signing up for the 2026 cheer season will receive this class for FREE!

  • Address: 205 Lindow Lane, Marengo, IL. 

  • Classes Meet: 2 days a week for 2 weeks (4 classes total)

  • Cost: $85 Total

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• March & April 2026 >>>> Competitive Cheer, Jumps, & Tumbling Class​​

  • ​Master your jumps & tumbling before the season starts! Whether you're an experienced cheerleader or a beginner! This class will focus on correct form, timing, and motions of all competitive cheer jumps. Our tumbling class will help athletes learn the fundamentals of back/front walkovers, proper form for cartwheels/round-offs, along with handstand rolls.​

  • Athletes who sign up for the 2026 cheer season will receive this class for FREE.

  • Address: 205 Lindow Lane, Marengo, IL. 

  • Classes Meet: 2 days a week for 2 weeks (4 classes total)

  • Classes $95 Total​​​​​

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• Friday, May 15, 2026 >>>> MCCA Informational Night- A Guide to the 2026 Season!

  • 205 Lindow Lane, Marengo

  • 6-7pm​​

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• Friday, June 5, 2026 >>>> Meet the Coaches/ Athlete Orientation (All Squads)

  • 205 Lindow Lane, Marengo

  • Time: 530pm-730pm

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• Monday, June 8, 2026 >>>> 1st official Day of Practice ALL SQUADS

• ​​(K-2nd) Practice Days TBA

• (3-4th) Practice Days: TBA

• (5-6th) Practice Days: TBA

• (7-8th) Practice Days: TBA

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• Monday, June 15, 2026 >>>> Fill My Bow Fundraiser

  • Squad who completely fills their bow gets ICE CREAM & PIZZA PARTY!​​​​

  • Fundraiser due on July 13, 2026

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• Saturday, June 27th thru July 12, 2026 >>>> (Gym Closing)

  • ​Mandatory 2 week Break per ICA

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• Monday, July 13, 2026 >>>> Practices Resume 

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• Saturday, July 18, 2026 >>>> Uniform Fittings 

  • 1324 Oakview Terrace, Woodstock, IL. 60098​

  • Time: 9am-1pm​​​​​

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• Sunday, July 25, 2026 >>>> Pool Beach Party (Team Bonding Event)

  • 1324 Oakview Terrace, Woodstock, IL. 60098​

  • All Squads Welcome 

  • Pool Party from 1-6pm

  • MCCA will supply snacks, dinner, and drinks (juice-water-soda).

  • Bring swimsuit, sunscreen, swim arms/ life jacket (if needed), towel, and an extra pair of clothes to change into.

  • We'll be swimming, dancing, playing team bonding games, and havin' a lot of fun!​​

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• Sunday, August 9, 2026 >>>> MCCA Car Wash & Lemonade Stand Fundraiser 

  • Come on out and support your LOCAL MCCA CHEERLEADERS!

  • Tell EVERYONE! Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Neighbors, Co-workers!

  • Location: Com24 Heating and Air~ 1193 Eastwood Drive, Woodstock, IL.  60098

  • Time: 9-3pm

  • Outside Wash Only (no interiors)- Cars $10, Trucks $15, Motorcycles $10

  • Fresh Lemonade for $1.00​​​​​​

 

 

​2025 EVENTS

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• September 3, 2025 >>>> MCCA In-House Showcase Performance​​

  • Time: 6:30pm SHARP  Athlete Arrival: 5:30pm***

  • Theme: CheerCago - Come in your SPORTS ATTIRE!

  • Athletes need to come fully dressed (uniform, shoes, bow, socks)

  • $5 entry per guest / children under 5 are FREE 

  • Drinks & Light Snacks will be served​

  • In House Performances are just as important as ICA Competitions! In House Performances are reserved for family and friends who can't attend or make the ICA competitions. ​​Open to the public.

  • Athletes will perform their group routines and show what they've been learning throughout the season. Please come out and support them!

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• September 7, 2025 >>>> Cheercago ICA Competition​​

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• September 21, 2025 >>>> Cheer Rodeo ICA Competition​​

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• Saturday, September 27, 2025 >>>> MCCA Barn Dance (Fundraiser)

  • Time: 4-9pm​

  • 22314 Hartman Road, Marengo, IL. (Ibarra's Farm)

  • Dancing, Music, Food, Drinks, Snacks, and Rodeo! Country outfits required!

  • Adults $10, Kids $5

  • Bring the family, bring your friends! Lets celebrate going Cheer Rodeo!

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• Saturday, October 19, 2025 >>>> Care4 Breast Cancer Hybrid 5K

  • Time: 9am-12pm (Please arrive by 8:30am)

  • Woodstock North High School- 3000 Raffel Road, Woodstock, IL.

  • Join our Walk against Breast Cancer! MCCA will walk as a team! Wear Pink!

  • Registration Required: https://www.care4breastcancer.org/  

  • The Care4 Breast Cancer 5K is not only a day of celebration, inspiration and hope, it actually makes a huge IMPACT in our community.  Our Care4 Community raises funds to support Family Health Partnership Clinic in its mission to Care4 our neighbors that do not have access to health care services providing breast cancer screenings, early diagnosis, preventative care and breast health education to the uninsured adults of McHenry County!  
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• October 4, 2024 >>>> Cosmic Clash ICA Competition

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• October 25, 2024 >>>> Spooktacular ICA Competition​

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• November 15-16, 2024 >>>> Anticipated STATE COMPETITION! Fingers Crossed! 

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• November 22-23, 2024 >>>> Anticipated STATE COMPETITION! Fingers Crossed! 

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• Friday, December 5, 2025 >>>> MCCA Awards & Dinner Show Banquet 

• Time: 6:00pm

• Niko's Grill & Pub- 7509 South Grant Highway, Marengo​

• Appetizers, Dinner, & Dessert

• Coach's Season Recap, Slideshow, Awards Ceremony, & Special Guest

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