2010 ICU Opening Ceremonies Parade of Nations

The International Cheer Union World Championships will hold its 2010 Opening Ceremonies on
Thursday Evening 22 April 2010 at 17:30h (5:30 PM) at the Walt Disney World Wide World of Sports Milkhouse in Orlando, Florida, USA. Currently, we anticipate160 National Teams from over 60 Nations from around the world to be in attendance for the event & the Opening Ceremony to be held Thursday Evening 22 April 2010. 
 
In celebration of the progress of global cheerleading;  we are welcoming nation officials& cheerleading members to be part of the 2010 ICU Opening Ceremony, especially if you are unable to send teams this year.
 
For more information on the Parade of Nations, see below.
 
1).  Parade of Nations Order of Introduction
*As previously noted;  Nations will be in alphabetical order by NAME, with the
host nation being introduced last.  
*If the nation of Greece is present, the nation will hold the distinct honor of being introduced
in the beginning of the "Parade of Nations" as the originating nation of athletic competition.
(rehearsal and reporting times to follow)
 
2).  Placard / Sign Carrier posting your country's name. (all provided by ICU)
*ICU will provide female volunteers who carry the name of your country during
the "Parade of Nations".
*ICU will also provide the Placard / Sign bearing your countries name.
*Your Flag carrier & athletes / officials will follow the Placard / Sign Carrier
(noted below) throughout the opening ceremony.
 
3).  Parade of Nations Flag Bearer (person of your choice, all flags provided by ICU)
*We kindly ask each nation to select its representative
to carry its nation's flag for the "Parade of Nations";
your teams & representatives will follow.
*ICU will provide ALL flags for the Opening Ceremony; however, individual athletes & fans are of course
welcome to bring their own flags in support of their nation.
 
4).  National Teams, Representatives, and officials dress/attire for the Parade of Nations.
*Dress/attire is to the discretion of each nation, as long as
it is honorable to this very important event. 
 
*Athletic warm ups, and/or uniforms are perfectly acceptable.
 
*Unified dress and/or business casual to even more formal attire
might be common; however, not required.  Representation of your
nation is most important.
 
*Articles of clothing, attire & items that are representative to your nation's history,
pride, and/or culture is also encouraged/welcomed in this important event.
 
5).  VIP Section
*For Federation, Government & National Organizational officials not involved
or selecting not to participate in the ICU Opening Ceremonies, there will be a
designated VIP section for the Opening Ceremony as well as for the entire
ICU World Championship.   Please note:  We will need names of all above
officials in preparation of VIP credentials (a separate request to follow)
 
6). ICU Athlete Cultural Exchange (following opening ceremony, partner stunt competition & awards)
*Following the Opening Ceremony,  the ICU Partner Stunt World Championships and Award Ceremony:
the ICU will present the "ICU Athlete Cultural Exchange" immediately following.
*Designated for ICU National Team athletes & coaches only, it will be an opportunity for athletes/coaches
from over 60 nations to gather together to celebrate global cheerleading.
*Photographs, DJ included.
*Great opportunity for souvenir trading (athletes are welcome to bring items to trade), as well as meeting athletes
from around the world!
 
7). ICU VIP Reception  (following opening ceremony, partner stunt competition & awards)
*Also following the Opening Ceremony,  the ICU Partner Stunt World Championships and Award Ceremony:
the ICU will present the ICU VIP Reception.
*Designated for National Team coaches (limit 2 coaches/team), Federation, Sport Authority & Government Officials
(more details to follow)
 
To see a video of the 2009 Opening Ceremonies Parade of Nations, click here!