EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY CHEERLEADING TEAM TRY-OUTS

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1 EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY CHEERLEADING TEAM TRY-OUTS June 18-20, 2010 Mandatory Tryout Meeting Friday, June 18 (4pm Murphy Center) Tryout Practice Saturday, June 19 (9:00am 12 Noon/ 4 7pm) (Tryout Attire, Locations, & Details will given upon receipt of all forms and fees) (All Tryouts & Practices are closed to non participants) Try-Out Requirements: 1. A great attitude and commitment shown (This includes positive attitude toward coaches, team members, and tryout participants.) 2. Full Time Registered Student with ECU 3. A 2.0 minimum Cumulative GPA 4. Good Standing with the University and Community (no flags on student records or student affairs) 5. Team and Participants will run 2.5 miles each day prior to practice 6. At Try-Outs: Fight Song (includes Standing Back Handspring) 1 Band Chant Routine 1 Team Cheer/Chant Tumbling: (Females Participants for Coed and All Girl Squads) Round Off (Mandatory) Tumbling pass with 3 or more elements (Mandatory) Standing Back Handspring / Standing 2 Back Handspring (Mandatory) Standing Back Tuck (can have light spot with 2 point deduction) All Tumbling Skills Should Be Mastered Prior To Tryouts. Instruction is not provided. Stunts Coed and All Girl Squad Tryout Stunts will be decided base on abilities of current team skill level and overall skill level of tryout participants. Basic stunts examples are: Walk in Hands Full Down Toss Extension Full Pop Off Hop-n-Go Heel Stretch Full or Double Down Flexibility, Strength, and Consistency will be judged throughout tryouts Positions Available: Flyers, Bases, and Back Spots, Tumblers for all teams will be selected. 7. Female students trying out for Coed squad must not weigh more than 125 lbs (as that is the weight the men have as a minimum baseline strength assessment) This is per ECU Athletic Training Guidelines. 8. Male students trying out for or retuning to the squad must clean lift 155lbs. one time, press lift 155 lbs. five times, and pump 55lbs. dumb bell five times with each arm. This is per ECU Athletic Training Guidelines. 9. Complete and sign all necessary waivers and forms to be returned prior to Tuesday, June 15 th with a $10 Tryout Registration Fee. 10. Each student must be cleared by sports medicine prior to try out activities. (Participants must be free of any injury or condition that will impede their safety or that of fellow participants.) 11. Per NCAA Prospective tryout participants must turn in the signed Tryout History and Physical Form with a copy of the Sickle Cell Solubility Test lab report prior to the tryout. NO EXCEPTIONS No advance videos accepted or individual meetings will be granted. Each participant will have an opportunity to meet with the coaching staff during their interview and all skills will be assessed during the tryout week. We do this to give every participant and equal opportunity during the tryout process and so individual candidates will not have any advantages prior to tryouts. Please refer all questions to Susie Glynn at glynns@ecu.edu. Application for ECU Cheerleading Please submit application to : ECU Cheerleading, Attn. Susie Glynn

2 118 Scales Field House, Greenville, NC or by fax (252) ECU Cheerleading Participant Registration Form Name: Banner ID: Date of Birth: / / Age: Sex : M F SSN: - - Permanent Address: School Address: School Phone: Cell Phone: ECU Address: Alternate Address: High School: Graduation Year: Current Year in College: Overall GPA Major: Parents Names: Parent s Phone #: Parent s Address Personal Strengths: Personal Weaknesses: Tumbling Skills / Experience: Mastered Stunting Skills: Cheer Teams Previously Participated: Additional Information Related to Cheerleading: I, have completed the above information and declare it to be true and accurate. Further, I/we understand that participation in tryouts for the East Carolina Cheerleading and Mascot Program is at my own risk. I/We agree to, and by signing this application, release the coaches, advisors, volunteers and staff of East Carolina University Athletic Department and the University from any liability, for any injury, accident or illness which may occur as a result of my participation in the tryout. Participant s Signature Date Parent/Guardian Signature if participant is under the age of 18 Date This application, Inherent Risk Sheet, Informed Consent and Acknowledgement Agreement, Tryout Health History Questionnaire (with copy of medical insurance card), and application fee must be in the Cheerleading Office by June 15, Please also include a $10 application fee made payable to ECU Cheerleading. Updated Tryout Information will be sent upon receipt of all forms and fees.

3 INHERENT RISK OF CHEERLEADING Cheerleading is reasonably safe as long as certain guidelines are followed, but there is the inherent risk of injury as in any athletic related activity. Cheerleading is an anaerobic/aerobic activity that includes jumping, stunting, motions, dancing, and tumbling. All physicals and/ or medical histories must be on file with the ECU Athletic Training Room before you may participate in tryouts, practices, and games. Keep your athletic trainer informed of all injuries and/or chronic conditions. BE SURE TO CONSITENTLY ABIDE BY THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES: 1. NEVER stunt or tumble unless a coach or a coach s designee is present. 2. Always practice in the presence of a qualified coach. 3. Always warm up appropriately before cheering (practice and games) by jogging and stretching. 4. Do not attempt a stunt that you do not know how to perform safely and the coach has not checked off. 5. Always use attentive spotters when stunting. 6. Always cheer in an area free from obstruction. 7. Always use mats or a grassy area when stunting during practice. 8. Do not stunt on uneven ground, wet surfaces, and concrete. Do not stunt in cold or rainy weather. 9. Never talk, laugh, or play around when performing a stunt. 10. Report all injuries to the athletic trainer as soon as they occur. 11. Follow all athletic trainer and physician recommendations. 12. Lift weights to increase strength and guard against injuries. 13. Always wear shoes and clothing appropriate for cheerleading. 14. Never wear jewelry or any kind or chew gum when cheering (practice or games) 15. Always have hair pulled back from your face and shoulders. 16. Eat nutritious meals and get plenty of rest. 17. Always ask for assistance or advice at any time.... I have read the preceding information. I thoroughly appreciate and understand the assumption of risks inherent in cheerleading participation. I acknowledge that I am physically fit and am voluntarily participating in this activity. STUDENT S SIGNATURE: GUARDIAN SIGNATURE: (If Student if under 18 years of age) DATE: DATE:

4 INFORMED CONSENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AGREEMENT East Carolina University Cheerleading / Mascot Tryouts June 19 20, 2010 Warning! Cheerleading is a vigorous, physical activity involving motion, rotation, and height in a unique environment and as such carries with it a higher than ordinary risk of injury. Be advised that serious, catastrophic injury, paralysis or even death could occur particularly if a participant were to land on his/her head, neck, or back! I/We, (Parents Names), parents and/or legal guardians of (Student s Name), who is a full time student at EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY wishes to participate in their cheerleading program, voluntarily give my/our consent for such participation by myself/my child. It has been adequately explained to me/us that cheerleading is an activity which may involve airborne inversion of the body and therefore there is an increased potential that any one of the routines involving my/my child s participation could lead to serious injury, paralysis or even death. I/We understand that I/ my child is required to be in good physical shape and condition and that the activities in which I/my child will be asked to participate are strenuous and require physical and athletic agility. It has been fully explained to us that these activities include, but are not limited to a variety of gymnastics maneuvers, including somersaults, back handsprings, and other tumbling; that there will be a variety of mounts, tosses, and stunts requiring the coordination of more than one participant; and that these activities will not be confined to any one site or venue, but rather involve a variety of sites and venues. I/We represent to you that, to the best of our knowledge and belief, I/ my child has no physical, medical, or mental disability or other limitation that would restrict his/her ability to fully participate in this activity. I/We have been informed that I/my child must be cleared by East Carolina University Athletic Training prior to any participation in these activities and we agree to such. I/We authorize ECU Cheerleading to arrange for a physical screening by a qualified and certified Athletic Trainer with East Carolina University, and arrange for a physical screening by a qualified and licensed medical physician, if deemed necessary by the athletic training personnel, to qualify as a participant in the activity. I/We further agree to notify immediately to appropriate university personnel in the event of any change in my/ my child s health status. I/We agree to, and by signing this agreement, release the coaches, advisors, volunteers and staff of East Carolina University Athletic Department and the University from any claim of negligence by ourselves, myself/ our child, our heirs, executors and assigns, from any liability arising from claims for damages for injury to myself/ our child and any claims for loss or damage to my/his/her property which may arise out of my/my child s participation in this school sponsored program for the Season Tryout. In witness whereof, I/we have affixed our signatures to this agreement this day of, 20 at (Location). STUDENT S SIGNATURE: GUARDIAN SIGNATURE: (If Student if under 18 years of age) WITNESS SIGNATURE: DATE: DATE: DATE:

5 Preparticipation Physical Evaluation HISTORY FORM (Note: This form is to be filled out by the patient and parent prior to seeing the physician. The physician should keep this form in the chart.) Date of Exam Name Date of birth Sex Age Grade School Sport(s) Medicines and Allergies: Please list all of the prescription and over-the-counter medicines and supplements (herbal and nutritional) that you are currently taking Do you have any allergies? Yes No If yes, please identify specific allergy below. Medicines Pollens Food Stinging Insects Explain Yes answers below. Circle questions you don t know the answers to. GENERAL QUESTIONS Yes No 1. Has a doctor ever denied or restricted your participation in sports for any reason? 2. Do you have any ongoing medical conditions? If so, please identify below: Asthma Anemia Diabetes Infections Other: 3. Have you ever spent the night in the hospital? 4. Have you ever had surgery? HEART HEALTH QUESTIONS ABOUT YOU Yes No 5. Have you ever passed out or nearly passed out DURING or AFTER exercise? 6. Have you ever had discomfort, pain, tightness, or pressure in your chest during exercise? 7. Does your heart ever race or skip beats (irregular beats) during exercise? 8. Has a doctor ever told you that you have any heart problems? If so, check all that apply: High blood pressure A heart murmur High cholesterol A heart infection Kawasaki disease Other: 9. Has a doctor ever ordered a test for your heart? (For example, ECG/EKG, echocardiogram) 10. Do you get lightheaded or feel more short of breath than expected during exercise? 11. Have you ever had an unexplained seizure? 12. Do you get more tired or short of breath more quickly than your friends during exercise? HEART HEALTH QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY Yes No 13. Has any family member or relative died of heart problems or had an unexpected or unexplained sudden death before age 50 (including drowning, unexplained car accident, or sudden infant death syndrome)? 14. Does anyone in your family have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Marfan syndrome, arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy, long QT syndrome, short QT syndrome, Brugada syndrome, or catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia? 15. Does anyone in your family have a heart problem, pacemaker, or implanted defibrillator? 16. Has anyone in your family had unexplained fainting, unexplained seizures, or near drowning? BONE AND JOINT QUESTIONS Yes No 17. Have you ever had an injury to a bone, muscle, ligament, or tendon that caused you to miss a practice or a game? 18. Have you ever had any broken or fractured bones or dislocated joints? 19. Have you ever had an injury that required x-rays, MRI, CT scan, injections, therapy, a brace, a cast, or crutches? 20. Have you ever had a stress fracture? 21. Have you ever been told that you have or have you had an x-ray for neck instability or atlantoaxial instability? (Down syndrome or dwarfism) 22. Do you regularly use a brace, orthotics, or other assistive device? 23. Do you have a bone, muscle, or joint injury that bothers you? 24. Do any of your joints become painful, swollen, feel warm, or look red? 25. Do you have any history of juvenile arthritis or connective tissue disease? MEDICAL QUESTIONS Yes No 26. Do you cough, wheeze, or have difficulty breathing during or after exercise? 27. Have you ever used an inhaler or taken asthma medicine? 28. Is there anyone in your family who has asthma? 29. Were you born without or are you missing a kidney, an eye, a testicle (males), your spleen, or any other organ? 30. Do you have groin pain or a painful bulge or hernia in the groin area? 31. Have you had infectious mononucleosis (mono) within the last month? 32. Do you have any rashes, pressure sores, or other skin problems? 33. Have you had a herpes or MRSA skin infection? 34. Have you ever had a head injury or concussion? 35. Have you ever had a hit or blow to the head that caused confusion, prolonged headache, or memory problems? 36. Do you have a history of seizure disorder? 37. Do you have headaches with exercise? 38. Have you ever had numbness, tingling, or weakness in your arms or legs after being hit or falling? 39. Have you ever been unable to move your arms or legs after being hit or falling? 40. Have you ever become ill while exercising in the heat? 41. Do you get frequent muscle cramps when exercising? 42. Do you or someone in your family have sickle cell trait or disease? 43. Have you had any problems with your eyes or vision? 44. Have you had any eye injuries? 45. Do you wear glasses or contact lenses? 46. Do you wear protective eyewear, such as goggles or a face shield? 47. Do you worry about your weight? 48. Are you trying to or has anyone recommended that you gain or lose weight? 49. Are you on a special diet or do you avoid certain types of foods? 50. Have you ever had an eating disorder? 51. Do you have any concerns that you would like to discuss with a doctor? FEMALES ONLY 52. Have you ever had a menstrual period? 53. How old were you when you had your first menstrual period? 54. How many periods have you had in the last 12 months? Explain yes answers here I hereby state that, to the best of my knowledge, my answers to the above questions are complete and correct. Signature of athlete Signature of parent/guardian Date 2010 American Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Sports Medicine, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, and American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine. Permission is granted to reprint for noncommercial, educational purposes with acknowledgment. HE /0410

6 Preparticipation Physical Evaluation PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM Name Date of birth PHYSICIAN REMINDERS 1. Consider additional questions on more sensitive issues Do you feel stressed out or under a lot of pressure? Do you ever feel sad, hopeless, depressed, or anxious? Do you feel safe at your home or residence? Have you ever tried cigarettes, chewing tobacco, snuff, or dip? During the past 30 days, did you use chewing tobacco, snuff, or dip? Do you drink alcohol or use any other drugs? Have you ever taken anabolic steroids or used any other performance supplement? Have you ever taken any supplements to help you gain or lose weight or improve your performance? Do you wear a seat belt, use a helmet, and use condoms? 2. Consider reviewing questions on cardiovascular symptoms (questions 5 14). EXAMINATION Height Weight Male Female BP / ( / ) Pulse Vision R 20/ L 20/ Corrected Y N MEDICAL NORMAL ABNORMAL FINDINGS Appearance Marfan stigmata (kyphoscoliosis, high-arched palate, pectus excavatum, arachnodactyly, arm span > height, hyperlaxity, myopia, MVP, aortic insufficiency) Eyes/ears/nose/throat Pupils equal Hearing Lymph nodes Heart a Murmurs (auscultation standing, supine, +/- Valsalva) Location of point of maximal impulse (PMI) Pulses Simultaneous femoral and radial pulses Lungs Abdomen Genitourinary (males only) b Skin HSV, lesions suggestive of MRSA, tinea corporis Neurologic c MUSCULOSKELETAL Neck Back Shoulder/arm Elbow/forearm Wrist/hand/fingers Hip/thigh Knee Leg/ankle Foot/toes Functional Duck-walk, single leg hop a Consider ECG, echocardiogram, and referral to cardiology for abnormal cardiac history or exam. b Consider GU exam if in private setting. Having third party present is recommended. c Consider cognitive evaluation or baseline neuropsychiatric testing if a history of significant concussion. Cleared for all sports without restriction Cleared for all sports without restriction with recommendations for further evaluation or treatment for Not cleared Pending further evaluation For any sports For certain sports Reason Recommendations I have examined the above-named student and completed the preparticipation physical evaluation. The athlete does not present apparent clinical contraindications to practice and participate in the sport(s) as outlined above. A copy of the physical exam is on record in my office and can be made available to the school at the request of the parents. If conditions arise after the athlete has been cleared for participation, the physician may rescind the clearance until the problem is resolved and the potential consequences are completely explained to the athlete (and parents/guardians). Name of physician (print/type) Date Address Phone Signature of physician, MD or DO 2010 American Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Sports Medicine, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, and American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine. Permission is granted to reprint for noncommercial, educational purposes with acknowledgment. HE /0410

7 Process for Eligibility to Participate in an ECU Athletic Team Tryout 1. Print Tryout History and Physical Form 2. Form must be completed and signed by a licensed physician. The physical must take place within 6 months before the tryout. 3. Prospective tryout participant must also have a Sickle Cell Solubility Test performed at the time of their physical exam 4. Prospective tryout participant must bring the signed Tryout History and Physical Form along with a copy of the Sickle Cell Solubility Test lab report to the tryout. FORMS WILL BE REVIEWED PRIOR TO THE TRYOUT. IF THE TRYOUT HISTORY AND PHYSICAL FORM AND/OR THE SICKLE CELL SOLUBILITY LAB RESULT ARE NOT TURNED IN AT THE TIME OF THE TRYOUT, THE PROSPECTIVE CANDIDATE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE TRYOUT

8 ECU Cheerleading Tryouts 2010 Frequently Asked Questions When are tryouts? Tryouts for the upcoming Season are June th, Does the ECU Cheerleading and Mascot Program offer scholarships? Yes, we do offer partial scholarships that are donated from sources outside of the Athletic Department. The amount available depends on the amount that is donated each year. Scholarships are available to students on their third and fourth year with the program and if there have a 2.5 Overall GPA or higher. Doe you have a Coed and an All Girl Team? ECU is proud to have opportunities on both Coed and All Girl members. Is the coaching staff certified? Yes, we are proud that the Head Coach and both Assistant Coaches are AACA Certified and follow AACA and NCAA Guidelines. Does your team compete? Our main priority is to serve as ambassadors for the ECU Pirate Athletic Teams and the University. If our busy schedule permits us to travel to a competition and still fulfill our role with our teams, we will compete. Can I tryout by video? It is the policy of the coaching staff not to accept video prior to tryouts. It is our goal to keep the tryout with an equal advantage for everyone, with that in mind we like to see everyone at tryouts without any preconceived judging. What I can do to prepare for tryouts? The best way to prepare yourself for tryouts is to continue sharpening your stunting and tumbling skills. We also run 4 times a week for about 30 minutes each run. Endurance is a must to make it through tryouts, the season, and continue with the program. Nutrition and hydration is very important. Each well balanced meals and drink lots of fluids. Many do not make it through the first day of tryouts because they did not eat or drink enough prior to practice. Do I need a physical from my doctor before tryouts? Yes. Prior to participation, all prospective participants must turn in the signed Tryout History and Physical Form along with a copy of a Sickle Cell Solubility Test lab report. The Sickle Cell Solubility Test was added by the NCAA for all prospective athletes regardless of race. NO EXCEPTIONS! When are practice times and what do they entail? Teams practice Sundays 4-7pm, Tuesdays 5:00 8:00pm, and Thursdays 5:00 8:00pm. We also lift weights with the ECU Athletics Strength and Condition Trainers Tuesday and Thursdays 6 am 7:30 am. All practices and weight training are mandatory. All practices are MANDATORY. *Please note that in the first 2 weeks prior to our first home football game we add additional practices to our schedule. How much time does it require to participate with the program? Our season begins 1 and half weeks prior to classes beginning in August (sometimes earlier if we attend a camp) and continues through end of April. With game days included we spend up to 20 hours per week participating in practices, weights, games, and appearances. ECU Cheerleading is a huge commitment! It is also very rewarding! It is possible to participate with the program and be successful academically. It takes self discipline, organization, and the ability to set priorities.

9 What team cheers for games? All teams are on the field for each home football game. The Purple Coed team travels to away games, post season games, and men s home basketball games. The All Girl and Gold Coed members cheer at several home volleyball games and alternating women s basketball games. All three teams make appearances as needed for other ECU Athletic Teams such as timing Home Swim Meets. Do we cheer during holidays and University breaks? Yes. Our season includes home games, as well as post season games that often take place during Thanksgiving, Winter Holidays, Spring Break, and etc. This makes it difficult for members to preplan personal and family travel plans. All games are mandatory for team members.

10 East Carolina Cheerleading 2010 Fall Tryout Registration Check List All Registration forms and fees must be received by Tuesday, August Registration Form $10 Registration Fee Inherent Risk Form Informed Consent Form Tryout History and Physical Form Sickle Cell Solubility Test lab report Please note that an actual copy of lab report is needed, a note from physician with results will NOT be accepted. Copy of Insurance Card Please mail your tryout registration forms to: ECU Cheerleading Tryouts Susie Glynn 118 Scales Field House Greenville, NC Or fax to (252) Questions to : glynns@ecu.edu