KAPOS Coaches Conference 2026
Saturday, August 15, 2026 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST
KHSAA Office
2280 Executive Dr., Lexington, KY 40505
DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR $50: August 8
KAPOS Members $40.00 unitl August 8
After August 8: $60
Speakers include:
- Bill Ahern – NFHS and USA Cheer Rules Update, Pyramids, Stunt Technique and Spotting
- Hack Hudson – Varsity Updates
- Beth Bormann –
- Sarah Bridenbaugh – KHSAA Updates (high schools)
- Kim Bugg – KAPOS Updates (middle and elementary schools)
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Continuing education on safety and technique is a must in the changing world of cheer. New coaches and experienced coaches must be knowledgeable about current KAPOS, KHSAA, and NFHS regulations regarding coaching techniques to effectively lead, mentor, impart positive aspects of spirit activities, and teach the skills of cheerleading. Our conference has something for everyone: KHSAA staff will discuss this year’s updates; USA Cheer/Varsity staff will explain new NFHS Spirit Rules; and UCA staff will demonstrate stunts of particular interest.
Attendees will receive a copy of the 2026-2027 NFHS Spirit Rules Book.
Lunch is included with registration.
Registration also includes the Judges Training
Space is limited and will be reserved on a first come first served basis.
If paying by check and/or money orders make payable to KAPOS. Registration is non-refundable. Payments must be mailed. Note on check the attendees name.
To guarantee a reservation, mail registration and payment on or before August 6, 2026 to:
Kim Bugg, KAPOS President
Attention: Coaches Conference
141 Spring Lake Dr., Harrodsburg, KY 40330