Tryout Information
We are already getting ready for the '25-'26 school year! The last two tryout clinics were a huge success and we are hosting another open gym on March 25th from 5-6:30pm in the Scarpelli (main) Gym again for anyone interested in trying out in April. This open gym session is not mandatory but highly encouraged if you are thinking about trying out in the spring. Here is the link to register (because we need a waiver signed) but drop-ins welcome the day of!
https://forms.gle/4HrvqChiaDUmX7Yp8
We are interested in ATHLETES who are committed to pushing the cheer program forward. We are specifically looking for athletes who will cheer both fall and winter (formerly known as "Core" - the program is phasing out Fall and Winter only cheerleaders after the '24-'25 season) and we plan to compete for 2025-2026. It is not possible to commit to cheerleading and play a fall and/or winter Varsity sport. Cheerleading is a year long endeavor because of the program's need for stunt groups which stay consistent.
Tryout Requirements
◻ Attend the mandatory informational meeting in Mrs. League's room (46) during lunch on Tuesday, April 1st. Application forms will be released at the March clinic if present, and to all others at this meeting.
◻ Current Physical Form (to be current through your cheer season submitted to Mrs. McIntyre - you cannot attend tryouts without this form on file)
◻ Tryout application turned into Mrs. League by Monday, April 14th by 12:50pm (end of lunch) NO EXCEPTIONS!
◻ Attend tryout practices in the gym Monday, April 14th 6-7:30pm, Tuesday, April 15 6-7:30pm and Wednesday, April 16th 6-7:30pm
◻ Attend the formal tryout Thursday, April 17th between 5-9:00pm - individual times will be given to help with spring games/meets, etc.(video submissions are not accepted, it must be in person)
◻ Attend a brief 5-10 minute interview with Coach Taryn, Coach Cia and current senior cheerleaders (these times will be assigned and you will be given a slot before one of the tryout practices)
◻ You must be a current freshman, sophomore or junior and ENROLLED for the '25-'26 school year. We do not have spots for incoming freshmen.
◻ Have and maintain a minimum 2.8 GPA in the previous grading period and cumulative with NO failed classes (per WIAA regulations) although strong students will be more heavily considered because of the time commitment of cheer.
◻ Grades, attendance and discipline records will be checked.
◻ FIVE teacher feedback forms from CURRENT teachers (NOT your counselor). You are responsible for sending them the Google form WITH ENOUGH TIME for them to complete it. The completed forms are due by Wednesday, April 16th at 3:00pm.
◻ We are looking for positive attitudes and members who will create an environment where members are uplifted and encouraged and not disparaged or talked about.
Tryout results will be emailed after school on Friday, April 18th. This is an early dismissal day due to Good Friday.
If selected you must...
◻ Commit to assigned practices and clinics starting in May and June (after school/evening) and summer from July 7th - August 21st (typically we practice T-Th from 8:00am-9:30am or it might be T & Wed from 8:00-10:00am - depends on the week) and during the school year (2-3 times per week). Must attend a minimum of practices this summer in order to cheer in the fall.
Commit to Summer Cheer Camp which tentatively is August 11-13, 2025. YOU MUST ATTEND CAMP.
◻ Attend fundraisers throughout the summer and commit to Rally Club tickets (which helps you pay for your gear).
Tryout Evaluation
Tryout 50% (fight song, mat work, two cheers, a jump and a dance sequence)
Interview 10%
Teacher Feedback 20%
GPA/Attendance/Discipline Records 20% (you must have a 2.8GPA, strong attendance and no discipline issues)