Can I compete with a brace, soft cast or hard cast?
Rule- USA
- USASF
- All Star cheer
- U16 International
- Born 2010-2015
- Elite tier
- Levels 1-4
- 2026-27 season
- Athletes
| What you're wearing | Rule |
|---|---|
| Support, brace or soft cast unaltered from the manufacturer's design | Allowed with no extra padding |
| Support, brace or soft cast that has been altered | Must be padded with closed-cell, slow-recovery foam at least ½ inch thick if you're in stunts, pyramids or tosses |
| Hard cast (e.g. fiberglass or plaster) or walking boot | You may not take part in stunts, pyramids, tumbling or tosses |
Your coach must also require proficiency before you progress to harder skills, and consider athlete safety with every skill.
Added 21 Oct 2026