2009-2010 Cheer Squad Tryouts Info
Recruit Weekend: December 12 & 13, 2008
Tryout Clinic: April 3, 2009 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tryout Date: April 4 at 9:30 a.m.
Clinic and Tryouts will be in Stroble-Gibson Gymnasium
{Must have medical/liability release if under 18; Must have proof of insurance in order to participate in tryout}
Tryout Purpose
The main purpose of the tryout process is to select the best overall individuals for the Bethany College Cheerleading Team. When choosing squad members we are looking for individuals who demonstrate proper technical skills, ability to communicate, excellent athletic abilities, cheerleading experience and poise, academic commitment, coach-ability and spirit in accordance with the tryout score scale. Generally, some individuals will be ready and prepared to contribute to the program immediately while other individuals may not be the most experienced at this time, but show the potential to contribute to the program with hard work, commitment and guidance. During the tryout the coach may make cuts at any point during the process.
Tryouts are held each spring; housing and meals are provided to those who need accommodations to tryout.
You should attend the free monthly open gyms that are held if you are unfamiliar or inexperienced with any of the required skills. Tryouts are not the time to learn new skills-please do what you are good at. It is a low-stress environment that allows you to learn and polish your current technique during a regular practice prior to the actual tryout date. See the Open Gym dates on the cheer home page.
If interested in being a part of the Bethany Cheer Squad you must have applied and been accepted to Bethany to be made a scholarship and team spot offer. Please go to www.bethanylb.edu then "Future Students" then "Apply"
What to Wear:
Men-Black or Royal shorts with white t-shirt or polo style shirt. White ankle socks and white athletic shoes.
Ladies- Black or Royal cheer shorts or hot pants with black, royal or white racer back tank top*. White ankle socks and white cheer shoes. Hair pulled back in secure ponytail with bow or ribbon. NO jewelry/fake nails.
*Note: Please be well supported! If shorts are loose, please wear bloomers/boy shorts underneath.
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General Requirements:
Interview
A cheer taught at the clinic
A short dance taught at the clinic
Jumps-toe touch, pike, herkie, hurdler & double toe
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Group/Quad Stunt Requirements: (Ladies can be in any position/Men must Back Spot)
Basket toss-in position of your choice
Ground up Extended One-legged stunt with full down
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Partner Requirements: (All men and partner flyers)
One walk-up stunt - chair, pony up, shoulder stand, hands, etc.
One toss stunt - chair, shoulder stand, hands, awesome, lib etc.
***{Any extended stunt (tossed or pressed) is highly regarded}***
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Tumbling Requirements:
Required- Forward roll, cartwheel, round off
Recommended-Standing Back handspring or Tuck
***{Any running tumbling is highly regarded}***
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20-30 athletes will be selected to the team.
Alternates may also be selected. Alternates may not compete due to their need to improve specific skills.
Other Methods of Auditions
All those interested in trying out for the Bethany Cheer Squad are encouraged to tryout in person at the yearly campus tryout dates. However, those who are unable to attend tryouts on those dates are encouraged to tryout by alternate plans with the coach as listed below.
Private: This appointment can be scheduled by email or phone and conducted during a campus visit. Open Gym participation can be considered a tryout with Coach's permission. Deadline to complete is May 1, 2008 unless otherwise scheduled with the coach.
Video: If you live out of state you may audition by video. Please include a cheer and dance (maybe a fight song) of your personal choice, three jumps (one must be a toe touch), at least 1 stunt if possible; the more roles you can show the better. Also showcase any tumbling skills you have. In addition, please introduce yourself, where you are from, your cheer experience and training and why you want to be a member of the Bethany Cheer Squad. Please include your name, address, home/cell phone number(s), and email address on the outside of the video. Your video will not be returned to you. All video auditions must be postmarked and received no later than June 30, 2008.
