02/01/2017
Washburn University Cheerleading Tryouts 2017
2017-2018 squad Tryout Dates: April 22-23, 2017.
You must attend both days in order to be considered for squad placement.
Coed: up to 8 Men, 8 Women All-Girl: up to 16 Women
Minimum Tryout Requirements:
You must turn in a completed tryout application packet by 3:00 pm April 21, 2017.
You must be admitted to Washburn University before tryouts begin.
You must earn and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA.
You must be able to run a mile in less than 10 minutes.
Attitude is a BIG deal for all team members! In general, we look for the following:
MEN:
Great attitude and leadership
Well-groomed and physically fit
Good motion technique
Tumbling is encouraged but not required
Extension, Liberty, Arabesque, Cupie
Freshman/1st year Men:
Good character and confidence
Well-groomed and physically fit
Tumbling is encouraged, not required
Athletic ability and potential for stunting
WOMEN:
Great attitude and leadership
Well-groomed and toned physique
Excellent cheer basics technique
Standing Back Handspring & Round-off BHS
Extension, liberty, Arabesque, Cupie
Freshman/1st year Women:
Good character and confidence
Well-groomed and physically fit
Excellent cheer basics
Ability to learn
Potential for tumbling and stunting
Tryout Preparation:
• Be in the best shape of your life! Strength, flexibility, character, academics and general health.
• Continue to work hard at improving your stunting, tumbling, and basic cheer skills. If you live close enough, you may be able to set up private lessons with one of our team members. If not, look for a gym near you that you could possibly take lessons from.
• Work on your personal leadership skills and do well in your academics.
• All candidates MUST fill out and turn in a Tryout Application Packet by 3:00 pm on Friday, April 21, 2017.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE: WUSPORTS.COM, FOR APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS!
(Go to “Inside Athletics” for Cheer Team)
What to Wear at Tryouts:
• Ladies wear a sports bra and/or fitted tank top in Washburn colors (navy blue, grey, white), spandex shorts, athletic shoes, no jewelry, hair pulled back out of your face.
• Men wear a plain T-shirt in Washburn colors (or a Washburn shirt), athletic shorts without pockets, and athletic shoes, no jewelry.
Part of your total score will be "Overall Image," so it's in your best interest to follow these guidelines and look game-ready.
Tryout Format:
Day 1 – Prelims
Check in begins at 8:30 am
* Check in will be at the main entrance to Lee Arena
Tryout begins at 9:00 am starting with a timed mile run (bring running shoes with you), followed by
tumbling, stunting and routine.
Done for the day by 3:00 pm (bring food for lunch with you)
Day 2 – Finals
Check in begins at 10:00 am
Tryout begins at 10:30 am with final stunting and routine warm ups.
**All flyers will fly on all bases/groups**
Short lunch break (bring food with you), then Final Judging starts at 1:30 pm
You may be asked to come back into the judges room; please do not leave until dismissed.
Posting of results:
Results will be posted on the Washburn University Cheer website and our page: Washburn University Cheer – Official, no later than 5:00 pm the following Monday.
Our entire squad (Coed & All-Girl combined) cheers at:
• all home football games, men’s and women’s basketball games
• playoff games and tournaments as needed
• and will be asked to make public appearances throughout the year
Incentives for cheering for the Ichabods:
• Cheering for the Ichabods and representing Washburn University
• Custom Adidas practice apparel
• Uniforms, equipment, and team travel paid for
• Access to the Athletic weight room, strength and conditioning coach, Athletic Trainers and Team Doctors
• Scholarship awards based on coach’s selection and team size
Time Commitment:
• Over the summer, you are expected to follow the workout given to you by our staff and implement good nutritional habits.
• The following dates will be mandatory over the summer:
o May 30-June 3, 2017
o June 21-24, 2017
o July 10-12, 2017
We will have mandatory practices the week before classes begin. Days and times will be sent out by July.
• During the school year, we practice 3 days a week in the afternoon and have morning strength training 2-3 days a week. Official practice schedule will be sent out with the Welcome Packet after tryouts.
• Fundraising and promotional appearance opportunities come up throughout the year
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Is there a height or weight requirement?
A. No. We do not have any restrictions in regards to height and weight. However, you need to be healthy, fit, and able to maintain energy and stamina through a game day.
Q. Do I have to be a top girl?
A. No. We are always in need of strong female bases as well as strong flyers.
Q. If I don’t have all of the tumbling or stunting skills on the list, can I still tryout?
A. Yes! We have a few members on our team currently that were accepted for their strength in other areas. If you have a fantastic attitude and the ability to learn, there is a chance you could still make the team.
Q. How many people do you accept onto your team?
A. We will take up to 32 athletes’ total. We will fill positions to make the best possible team.
Q. Do you offer scholarships?
A. Yes. However, our budget for scholarships is not huge and amounts will depend on team needs and size. All returning team members receive the same amount. Amounts are changeable each year based on number of athletes returning and total team size.
Washburn University is a first-come-first-served institution when it comes to academic scholarships. Apply early! There are a lot of scholarships available through the university, you just need to apply. Talk to the department of your major and to the admissions office.
If you have any questions that were not answered above, please feel free to email me, Coach Newell, at: [email protected]
GO BODS!
