Ball State University Athletics
Cheerleader Tryouts Set for May 3; Applications Due April 24
February 24, 2009 | Cheerleaders
Ball State University will hold tryouts for the coed and all-girl cheerleading squads Sun., May 3, in Worthen Arena on the Ball State campus. Any interested persons must turn in all forms no later than April 24.
1.) SELECTION AGREEMENT
2.) CHEERLEADING APPLICATION
3.) ONE RECENT HEAD AND SHOULDERS PHOTO
4.) MEDICAL RELEASE FORM
5.) LATEST GRADE TRANSCRIPTS FROM CURRENT SCHOOL.
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Molly Myers
Ball State University
Director of Marketing & Promotions
HP 120
Muncie, IN 47306-0929
The Ball State University Cheerleaders are an important facet for Ball State University as well as athletic events. There are two cheerleading squads -- a coed squad and an all-girl squad. The coed squad cheers for footballand men's basketball games, while the all-girl squad cheers for football and women's basketball events. Both squads are not limited to just these athletic events. The individuals chosen to represent Ball State may be asked to represent the university at community service functions as well as national competitions. We are looking for the following qualities, characteristics and skills in individuals interested in becoming a member of the Ball State Cheerleading Squad.
* You must be a full time student of Ball State University with a cumulative GPA that meets the requirements of the Ball State athletics department.
* Incoming Freshmen and transfer students are eligible to try out.
* The Ball State Cheerleaders are a group of young men and women that cheer and perform at athletic events. They are to have a crowd pleasing appearance and be able to interact with fans and students at all athletic events. Each person trying out for the team must be able to execute the minimum skills required.
* A Ball State Cheerleader is an enthusiastic, outgoing and well-rounded individual. One must be able to be a part of a team that projects positive support not only for his/her team members, but must be supportive of the coach, the cheerleading program and Ball State University.
* A member of the BSU Cheerleading squad must be physically fit and well groomed. Physical fitness will be monitored and recorded periodically throughout the season. The overall appearance should be neat and clean with an image of self assurance.
* Each candidate will be asked to do several skills throughout the try out process. We will be judging each individual on the execution of each skill as well as future potential.
We will be selecting a minimum of 16 total members for the coed squad and a minimum of 12 total members for the all-girl squad. The exact number chosen will depend upon the quality and number of candidates at the actual try out. The coach's and advisor's decision will be final. You will be taught a sideline and or fight song routine to perform in front of the judges. You will be asked to perform several tumbling and stunting skills as well. The judges may ask each individual female candidate to demonstrate jumps.
