Welcome to the Herndon Optimist Youth Cheerleading (HOYC) Page!  We are excited to start the Fall 2009 season and hope to see many returning cheerleaders as well as some new faces.  In an effort to streamline the registration process and provide important HOYC information to parents and cheerleaders, we have adopted this new website for our 2009 season.  We hope you find it useful!

What is HOYC?
HOYC is a recreational/development program for children 6 - 15 years old. The program provides a rewarding and fun experience with an emphasis on both teamwork and individual accomplishment. Cheerleading requires stamina, concentration and regular practice as a team. Throughout the season, your child will learn cheerleading fundamentals, sportsmanship, leadership and teamwork appropriate for each age level.

HOYC cheerleaders support a Herndon Optimist Youth Football team throughout the season by cheering for them at games and participating in the HOYF Pep Rally.  The cheerleaders are also able to participate in optional events such as: performing during halftime at one of the Herndon High School football games, particpating in the Herndon High School Homecoming Parade, demonstrating technique and dance at Performance Day with other Fairfax County Cheer Squads,  and potentially joining a squad to compete in a local cheer competition.

HOYC is more than just cheering - it's an opportunity to give your children the foundation for leadership, sportsmanship and teamwork.