Nebraska Force

Competitive Youth Cheer

POWER. PRECISION.
PERFORMANCE.

EAA Force Youth Select Cheer - Elkhorn Youth Athletics

Nebraska Force is EAA’s premier select program for athletes ready to take their cheer skills to the next level. Designed for those who thrive in a competitive, team-driven environment, Nebraska Force focuses on strong fundamentals, advanced technique, and performance excellence. Teams train regularly to master stunts, tumbling, and choreography while preparing to compete in some of the nation’s top cheer tournaments against elite programs from across the country.

Beyond the competition floor, Nebraska Force builds confidence, resilience, and leadership in every athlete. The program emphasizes personal growth as much as athletic achievement, helping cheerleaders develop discipline, teamwork, and pride in representing their community. Whether athletes are experienced competitors or advancing from EAA’s recreational cheer programs, Nebraska Force provides the training, challenge, and support needed to reach their highest potential.

  • FORCE PROGRAMS
  • PRACTICE SCHEDULE
  • COMPETITION SCHEDULE
  • REGISTRATION

NOVICE

  • Ages 5-15
  • Nebraska Force Novice is our half season program that begins in November for athletes born between 2010-2020. Their season ends in March. These girls learn a dynamic routine to perform while learning to love competition cheer. This team is great for first year cheerleaders that want to try cheerleading before committing to a full year squad. These members practice once a week for 90 minutes. These teams will perform in the Novice divisions and their routine will be 1:30 long. Their performances will be evaluated, but not ranked.

PREP

  • Ages 5-18
  • Nebraska Force Prep is very comparable to the teams we’ve had in the past. These athletes are born between 2006-2020. Their season runs June-May. This is a perfect program for the athletes who are working on mastering higher level tumbling/stunting skills, or want the full year experience but are newer to the sport. Level 1 prep teams have no prerequisites. Levels 2.1 and higher prep teams have tumbling and stunting prerequisites. Athletes will be placed using the skills checklist and by age. Prep teams practice twice a week with a 90 minute practice and a 150 minute practice which includes tumbling. Prep teams have the option of attending a large end of season competition for additional fee. Additional practices may be added as needed. Practices and performances are mandatory.

ELITE

  • Ages 5-18
  • Nebraska Force Elite is for athletes who have already mastered elite-level skills and are fully dedicated to their team. Members are born between 2006-2020 and their season runs June-May. Athletes on Elite teams have little or no absences and prioritize cheer over other sports. Elite teams will hire professional choreographer(s) and will have a more challenging routine to score max points. Making any Elite level team would be considered a major accomplishment- no matter what level! Elite teams practice twice a week with a 120 minute practice and a 150 minute practice which includes tumbling. Elite teams will travel to a large end of season competition. Additional practices may be added as needed. Practices and performances are mandatory.

SUMMER PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Teams June July (Practice) July (Tumbling)
Pixies Monday 6-7:30pm Monday 6-7:30pm Monday 5-6pm
Phoenix Monday 7:30-9pm Monday 7:30-9pm Monday 6-7pm
Divas Monday 4:30-6pm Monday 4:30-6pm Monday 7-8pm
Riots Tuesday 3-5pm Tuesday 4:30-6pm Tuesday 6:30-7:30
Warriors Tuesdays 5-7pm Tuesday 6:30-7pm Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm
Rebels Tuesdays 7-9pm Tuesday 6-7:30pm Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm

SCHEDULE STARTING JULY 27TH

ELITE TEAMS

Teams Practices Tumbling
Riots Tuesdays/Thursdays 4:30-6 pm Tuesday 6:30-7:30 pm
Warriors Tuesdays/Thursdays 6-7:30 pm Tuesday 4:30-5:30 pm
Rebels Tuesdays/Thursdays 7:30-9 pm Tuesday 5:30-6:30 pm

PREP TEAMS

Teams Practice Tumbling
Pixies Mondays/Wednesdays 6-7:30p Mondays 5-6p
Phoenix Mondays/Wednesdays 7:30-9p Mondays 6-7p
Divas Mondays/Wednesdays 4:30-6p Mondays 7-8p

NOVICE TEAMS – START SEPTEMBER 4TH

Team Practice
Cuties Thursdays 4:30-6p
Rookies Thursdays 6-7:30p
Legends Thursdays 7:30-9p

2025-2026 COMPETITION SCHEDULE*

*Subject to change

Date Event Name Location Teams
Nov 2nd Nebraska Force- Forcefest EHS Elite, Prep, and Novice
Dec 7th Best of Midwest Des Moines Elite and Prep
Jan 17th & 18th Deep South Mid America Center Elite, Prep, and Novice
Feb 7th KC Classic KC, MO Elite, Prep, and Novice
Feb 28th Branson Blast Branson, MO Elite
Mar 8th Midwest Classic Mid America Center Elite, Prep, and Novice
Mar 28th & 29th The Glow Tour KC KC, MO Elite
Apr 11th & 12th Rockstar Mid America Center Elite, Prep, and Novice
May 9th & 10th The Open Championship TX Galveston, TX

Elite

**optional for Prep with additional cost

 

INFO AND FAQs

FORCE CHEER CONTACT

HILARY LONG

PROGRAM CHEER DIRECTOR
hilarylong@elkhornathletics.org

2025-2026 FORCE SEASON COSTS

All programs can accommodate monthly installments that work for your family. Call to schedule. Nebraska Force does not charge additional hidden fees.

Elite: $3,150 registration plus additional costs below

  • Cheer Uniform – $520
  • Bow – $20
  • Practice Uniform – $80-$100
  • Shoes – $100

Prep: $2,500 registration plus additional costs below

  • Cheer Uniform – $520
  • Bow – $20
  • Practice Uniform – $80-$100
  • Shoes – $100

Novice (Half Season): $750 plus additional cost below

  • Uniform – $120
  • Bow – $20

GYM LOCATION
WHAT DOES MY REGISTRATION COVER?

  • Facility usage and equipment
  • General operating costs
  • Tumbling classes (for full year programs)
  • Practices
  • All competition fees
  • Director/coaches pay


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