All-Star Do You Think We Need Tighter Security At Cheerleading Competitions Because Of Recent Events

[dat.jpp]

Cheerleading pretty much sums up everything ''sinful'' some crazy fanatic radical people could think of, i don't think it's a main target but i think i would feel a little more secure if there were more security measures

I feel exactly like that. I didn't know how to word it so you worded it for me

 

[dat.jpp]

We have a venue here that checked CP's shoe case which was inside her backpack - and it wasn't even a competition; it was only our showcase

I just put my food all the way in the buttom of my cheer bag

 

[GreatWhite92]

I just put my food all the way in the buttom of my cheer bag

We had band moms who had false bottoms in their purses so they could bring their telephoto lenses into sec football games.


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[dat.jpp]

We had band moms who had false bottoms in their purses so they could bring their telephoto lenses into sec football games.


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haha nice

 

[Lazydaisytoo]

I feel as though AS cheer is beneath the radar of terrorist organizations. If they want to make an impact on our loose morals, wouldn't they go for something more high profile like the Miss America pageant or the Victoria's Secret fashion show? Fashion Week in NYC?

That said, I'm not opposed to security screening. I go though it every time I go to a concert or major sporting event.

Someone mentioned concealed carry laws. They vary immensely state to state, and within major cities. All event venues would be private property, and can specifically ban firearms, even to permit holders. I dont know that I'd take any comfort in knowing there are CCP owners in the crowd. In my state, all I need to do is go to the courthouse with my local police clearance. They run an additional check and issue the permit. The permit does not require any firearm safety or marksmanship training whatsoever. Do I want to be in the midst of a terrorist attack with a bunch of gun owners who have no idea what they're doing and adrenaline boners? Hell no.

 

[EmmytheFlyer]

Considering that the goal of terrorists is straight up to kill the most Americans possible, having a bag check at large comps like NCA seems like it would be common sense. Honestly I was surprised there was nothing at WSF. The weekend prior in Dekalb IL even had a bag check.


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[Beans100]

First of all, almost anything can be used as a weapon. A stiletto can do some serious damage with enough force.

Also, I'm okay with security checks if it means preventing a dangerous attack. I live in Chicago which I feel could be a target for a terrorist attack, and while I don't live in total fear, I am more weary of my actions. You never know who could be a target aside from the obvious one. (the president)

But, if they are going to implement serious security checks, they need to change the terms of the competition. Stop looking for stupid things like food and cameras. People are already sneaking it in, so I don't think the EP would lose a lot of money by letting people bring their things in.

I don't think that cheerleaders would need to be checked as long as they are with their coach who can verify that the individual belongs to them. It's the spectators that would need to be sent through security. Does anyone else remember the 18+ thread about streetbooty? There are definitely people who go to competitions who don't belong there.

 

[KPep]

I don't think that cheerleaders would need to be checked as long as they are with their coach who can verify that the individual belongs to them. It's the spectators that would need to be sent through security. Does anyone else remember the 18+ thread about streetbooty? There are definitely people who go to competitions who don't belong there.

I hope it's not what I think it is...

 

[SL&AM]

GO BIG OR GO HOME

The multitude of comments I have and not one is appropriate for sensitive ears.

 

[SL&AM]

Out of curiosity, I checked the policy at Centurylink field. One of the banned items is box cutters. That thinking is ridiculous because who is going attack someone with a box cutter? Wait. We all know that box cutters were used on 9/11. So, obviously, they were added to every banned item list. Yet I can bring my long, metal knitting needles everywhere, including an airplane. Can a knitting needle do some damage? I think so. Could it be modified to do even more? Surely. We ban things AFTER they've been used successfully. By the time we are patting down granny looking for her knitting basket, the terrorists will move on to something else we aren't afraid of yet.

Take the shoe bomb case as an example; the attempt failed, yet everyone has been taking off their shoes since. We just continually add things and add things and one day, we'll be out of things to add. I do think we jump on things too far after the fact as far as the media and American people are concerned, I would hope the NSA, FBI, CIA...yada yada have people like me, who like to think of every single possible outcome and possibility for any potential situation and then write manuals on what to do if that were to happen. Those are the things we need to be vigilant about, but don't worry---we will be, the day after it's used!

 

[SL&AM]

I feel as though AS cheer is beneath the radar of terrorist organizations. If they want to make an impact on our loose morals, wouldn't they go for something more high profile like the Miss America pageant or the Victoria's Secret fashion show? Fashion Week in NYC?

That said, I'm not opposed to security screening. I go though it every time I go to a concert or major sporting event.

Someone mentioned concealed carry laws. They vary immensely state to state, and within major cities. All event venues would be private property, and can specifically ban firearms, even to permit holders. I dont know that I'd take any comfort in knowing there are CCP owners in the crowd. In my state, all I need to do is go to the courthouse with my local police clearance. They run an additional check and issue the permit. The permit does not require any firearm safety or marksmanship training whatsoever. Do I want to be in the midst of a terrorist attack with a bunch of gun owners who have no idea what they're doing and adrenaline boners? Hell no.

Those things have far, far, far more security heavy than your average cheerleading competition. As for your second statement, I do not want people conceal carrying around me and my children just waiting to be the hero. The Daily Show just did a thing on this, and while it is a comedy show, I'm actually glad it's gone viral---20% of mass shootings are stopped by people in the vicinity and of that 3% are stopped by someone with a gun (FBI Statistic for those who want to look up the report). So the whole 'good guy with a gun..." blah, blah that the media is currently running with and spouting off is just not realistic. I'm just as likely to die from bad fire as I would be friendly fire....no way in Hades do I want someone responding who doesn't have that sort of specialized training for it.

 

[Alexx]

Considering that the goal of terrorists is straight up to kill the most Americans possible, having a bag check at large comps like NCA seems like it would be common sense. Honestly I was surprised there was nothing at WSF. The weekend prior in Dekalb IL even had a bag check.


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Dekalb had a mass shooting a couple years back so the security for all events that take place there is very strict. Last I knew, they did not allow aerosol cans into the building.

 

[njallday]

as of January 1st, you'll be able to openly carry handguns in Texas.

Legally you cannot carry:

• On the premises where a high school, collegiate, or professional sporting or interscholastic event is taking place

but all star isn't a school sponsored activity/professional sporting event so can NCA even make a rule about this?


source: TxDPS - CHL FAQs #36 is where you cannot carry

 

[ErinS]

We had metal detectors and bag searches going into high school football games starting in 2000 in my (former) school district.





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[SL&AM]

as of January 1st, you'll be able to openly carry handguns in Texas.

Legally you cannot carry:

• On the premises where a high school, collegiate, or professional sporting or interscholastic event is taking place

but all star isn't a school sponsored activity/professional sporting event so can NCA even make a rule about this?


source: TxDPS - CHL FAQs #36 is where you cannot carry

This makes me ill.