What to Buy for a Cheerleading Competition

A cheerleading competition needs more than a floor and a sound system. You will need competition equipment, clearly marked team identification, reliable music playback, judging materials, registration supplies, refreshments, and a safe layout for spectators. Buy or reserve the items below early, especially the cheerleading floor, mats, speakers, microphones, tables, chairs, tickets, wristbands, prizes, and medals. Check quantities against your expected number of teams, judges, volunteers, and visitors before placing orders.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

Cheerleading floor
Training matsqty 8
Marker discsqty 20
Bib numbersqty 30
Team ribbonsqty 30
Water cratesqty 12

Furniture

Audience chairsqty 220
Tablesqty 12
Bar stoolsqty 4
Coat racksqty 3
Clothes hangersqty 150
Bollardsqty 16
Barrier tapeqty 4

Equipment

Laptopsqty 3
Tabletsqty 4
Printer
WiFi router
Speakersqty 2
Microphonesqty 2
Mixer
Music playerqty 2
Extension cordsqty 8
Power stripsqty 8
Power banksqty 6
Handheld megaphonesqty 2
Calculatorsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 250
Coffee cupsqty 80
Platesqty 120
Cutlery setsqty 120
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving spoonsqty 8

Kitchen

Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Coolersqty 6
Thermos flasksqty 6
Cutting boardsqty 4
Bread knivesqty 4
Pliersqty 6
Ice packsqty 24

Decorations

Competition bannersqty 4
Buntingqty 8
Balloonsqty 150
Balloon pumpqty 2
Tableclothsqty 12
Directional signsqty 12
Chalkboardsqty 4
Markersqty 20

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 12
Vacuum cleaner
Broom setsqty 3
Mop headsqty 3
Bucketsqty 4
Microfiber clothsqty 20
Toilet paperqty 24
Hand soap dispensersqty 6
Paper towelsqty 12

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 6 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Sweetener - 2 boxes
- Semi-skimmed milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 6 liters
- Coffee cream - 4 tubs
- Cola - 24 liters
- Cola Zero - 24 liters
- Orange Soda - 12 liter
- Iced tea - 12 liters
- Spa Blauw - 48 liters
- Spa Rood - 24 liters
- Apple juice - 12 liters
- Orange juice - 12 liters
- Sports drink - 36 liters
- Lemons - 2 kilos
- Paprika chips - 12 bags
- Plain chips - 12 bags
- Tortilla chips - 10 bags
- Salt sticks - 8 bags
- Popcorn - 8 bags
- Mini pretzels - 8 bags
- Mixed nuts - 6 bags
- Rice cakes - 6 packs
- Muesli bars - 60 pieces
- Bananas - 8 kilos
- Apples - 8 kilos
- Grapes - 5 kilos
- Mandarins - 5 kilos
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Carrots - 5 kilos
- Cherry tomatoes - 4 kilos
- Hummus - 2 kilos
- Cream cheese - 1,5 kilo
- Herb cheese - 1 kilo
- Young cheese - 3 kilos
- Turkey breast - 2 kilos
- Vegetarian spread - 1,5 kilo
- Whole wheat bread - 12 loaves
- White rolls - 120 pieces
- Wholegrain wraps - 60 pieces
- Butter - 1 kilo
- Mayonnaise - 2 liter
- Ketchup - 2 liters
- Mustard - 1 liter
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 2 jars
- Paper napkins - 1000 pieces
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Cardboard snack trays - 300 pieces
- Wooden stirrers - 500 pieces
- Teaspoons - 150 pieces
- Coffee filters - 200 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 liters
- Dishwasher tablets - 40 pieces
- All-purpose cleaner - 3 liters
- Glass cleaner - 1 liter
- Disinfectant wipes - 6 packs
- Garbage bags - 100 pieces
- Paper gift bags - 100 pieces
- Hand sanitizer gel - 6 bottles
- Bandages - 4 boxes
- Cold compresses - 12 pieces
- Nitrile gloves - 4 boxes
- Markers - 20 pcs
- Printer paper - 3 packs
- AA batteries - 24 pieces
- AAA batteries - 24 pieces

Prizes

Medalsqty 90
Cupsqty 18
Certificatesqty 100
Medal ribbonsqty 90

Registration

Ticket rollsqty 300
Wristbandsqty 300
Name stickersqty 250
Pensqty 40
Clipboardsqty 20
Cash tray
Cash box
Payment terminal
Information leafletsqty 250
Plastic document sleevesqty 100

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Flashlightsqty 4
Safety vestsqty 12
Fire extinguishersqty 2

Tips

Allow enough floor and training mats for the full performance area, plus a clear warm-up space. Keep marker discs available to define boundaries and prevent spectators from drifting into the competition zone.
Prepare one bib number or team ribbon for every registered team, with at least 10% extra for late changes or damaged items. Do not wait until registration closes to order identification materials.
Test the complete audio setup at the venue at least 24 hours before the competition. Bring extension cords, power strips, power banks, a music player, and a backup laptop so a missing cable or low battery does not stop the schedule.
Order tickets and wristbands based on expected visitor numbers, then add 5–10% extra. Set aside separate quantities for competitors, coaches, volunteers, judges, and paying visitors so check-in remains quick.
Plan catering from confirmed dietary requirements rather than estimates alone. Provide reusable cups, coffee cups, plates, and cutlery for the expected number of meals and drinks, with roughly 10% spare tableware for replacements.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a cheerleading competition?: At minimum, plan for a cheerleading floor, training mats, marker discs, team identification, speakers, microphones, a mixer, and a music player. Add laptops or tablets, a printer, calculators, extension cords, power strips, and power banks for registration, scoring, and backup power.
How many chairs and tables do I need for a cheerleading competition?: Count chairs for every expected visitor, then add 5–10% spare seating if the venue allows it. Reserve separate tables for registration, judging, catering, and prizes; the exact total depends on the number of teams, judges, volunteers, and visitors.
How many tickets and wristbands should I buy?: Order one ticket or wristband for each expected visitor and add 5–10% extra for late sales, replacements, and damaged items. Keep competitor and volunteer identification separate from audience wristbands so entry staff can check people quickly.
When should I order cheerleading competition prizes and medals?: Order prizes and medals at least 4–6 weeks before the competition, especially if they require engraving or category-specific quantities. Confirm the final categories and expected team count before placing the order, then keep a small spare quantity for changes.

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