Welcome to Lakewood Cougar Elite Cheer Program!
Lakewood Cougar Elite Youth Cheerleaders are excited to represent the Lakewood Youth Football teams during the Fall Football season. We attend the all Youth Football Games (Home & Away) from August to November. Our Cheer season finale will be mid-November when we attend the NCYFL Cheer Showcase. This fun event will bring together all the cheer programs in the NCYFL for a fun day of showing off their hard-earned skills. We hope to cheer with you soon!
Our youth cheerleading program is open to children in our community ages 6 to 14 years old. League age is determined by cheerleaders age on 6/1 of the current year. We focus on learning the basic skills of cheerleading and the cheers of the Lakewood High School Cheer program.
We strive to provide a Fun & Safe learning environment to build your cheer skills!
WELCOME TO THE 2026 CHEER SEASON!
Here is where to find updates on our upcoming Season + Important Info too.
SAVE THE DATE
March 1, 2026 - Cheer Registration OPENS
All Registrations must be completed online
March 26, 2026 - Cheer Parent Info Meeting Open House (Open to Public)
Location: Lakewood Middle School Commons 6:00pm to 7:00pm.
Meet our 2026 Cheer Leadership Team & learn about our program & fundraisers!
Registration not required to attend.
April 16, 2026 - Cheer Parent Info Meeting Open House (Open to Public)
Location: Lakewood Middle School Commons 6:00pm to 7:00pm.
Meet our 2026 Cheer Leadership Team & learn about our program & fundraisers!
Registration not required to attend.
May 25, 2026 - Cheer Registration will CLOSE @ 11:59pm.
Late Registrations MAY NOT be accepted due to our uniform order deadlines. Check with our cheer manger at LYFAACougarEliteCheer@gmail.com to request a late registration.
May 28, 2026 - Mandatory Cheer Parent Meeting (Registered Cheerleaders Only)
Location: Lakewood Middle School Commons 6:00pm to 7:00pm.
Code of Conduct Review, Uniform & Fundraisers Updates, & Pre-Season Preparations.
All 2026 Cheerleaders must have at least 1 parent/guardian attend this meeting. Thank you!
June 3, 2026 - Cheer Uniform Fitting #1
This event is for registered cheerleaders only. Cheerleaders must sign up for a fitting appointment via their Coach. Location Info & Time will be sent to Cheerleaders via team snap & email.
June 6, 2026 - Cheer Uniform Fitting #2 + ORDER DEADLINE
This event is for registered cheerleaders only. Cheerleaders must sign up for a fitting appointment via their Coach. Location Info & Time will be sent via team snap & email.
August 3, 2026 - First Cheer Practice of Season!!
WELCOME BACK CHEER FAMILIES! We can't wait to see you all back on the field again!
Location Info & Time Info will be sent via team snap & email.
August 9, 2026 - NCYFL Head Cheer Coaches Meeting
August 22, 2026 - NCYFL Football Jamboree
Location Info & Time will be sent via team snap & email.
August 29, 2026 - First Football Games of 2026 Season
Location Info & Time will be sent via team snap & email.
September 5, 2026 - Labor Day Weekend, No Games.
September 12, 2026 - Regular Football Games resume for 2025 Season
Location Info & Time will be sent via team snap & email.
October 31, 2026 - NCYFL Football Play Off's - Round 1
Location Info & Time will be sent via team snap & email.
November 7, 2026 - NCYFL Football Play Off's - Round 2
Location Info & Time will be sent via team snap & email.
November 14, 2026 - NCYFL CHAMPIONSHIP FOOTBALL GAMES
Location Info & Time will be sent via team snap & email.
November 21, 2026 - NCYFL CHEER SHOWCASE
Location Info & Time will be sent via team snap & email.
December 2026 - Marching in Arlington Santa Parade
Location Info & Time will be sent via team snap & email.
GOT QUESTIONS? Email our Cheer Manager at LYFAACougarEliteCheer@gmail.com
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does Cheer Registration Fees cover Cheer Uniform costs?
No. Registration fees cover our annual expenses and showcase fees. Uniform costs are separate and will vary depending how much of the uniform you need to order.
Do you offer fundraisers for Cheer Uniform costs?
Yes, we do! Our Cheer Leadership Team is excited to offer registered cheerleaders with uniform fundraising opportunities(s) again in our 2024 Season. PRO TIP: Sign up early to fundraise as long as possible. Many of our cheerleaders are able to fundraise 100% of their uniform costs IF they start early & work hard.
Do you offer Scholarships / Financial Assistance?
Yes, we do! LYFAA is excited to offer a limited number of scholarships to help with Cheerleader Registration fees 2026 season. Scholarships may only be applied to Cheer Registration Fees. Request a Scholarship Application by sending an email to LYFAAPresident@gmail.com.
Where & When is Cheer Practice?
Cheer Practices are held on Lakewood School District Properties. We begin to Practice late July OR early August, and usually practice 2-3 days week for 90 minutes. Practice times & locations will be provided to registered cheerleaders at the start of the season.
Where are Games?
Sideline Cheer season begins late August and will continue into early November depending upon our Post Season game opportunities. Youth Football games are on Saturday's. Our Home Games are at Lakewood High School Stadium. Away games are in Snohomish, Island, Skagit & Whatcom Counties.
Do you need Volunteers?
Yes we do! Lakewood Cougar Elite Cheer is a Youth Program powered 100% by volunteers. We would LOVE your support! Click the Volunteer Info Tab above to find out how to help us this season. Then, submit a volunteer application to LYFAAPresident@gmail.com.
Got more questions about our Youth Cheer program? Email our Cheer Manager at LYFAACougarEliteCheer@gmail.com
