LSU SPIRIT SQUAD TRYOUT APPLICATION (Please Circle): Male / Female Cheerleading Tiger Girls Mascot

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LSU Student ID# Include below check list: Transfer student or incoming freshman; copy of acceptance letter to LSU Copy of Insurance; all applicants must have health insurance Application Participant

1 LSU Student ID# Include below check list: Transfer student or incoming freshman; copy of acceptance letter to LSU Copy of Insurance; all applicants must have health insurance Application Participant Medical History Walk-On Physician Physical Clearance Form Coach Evaluation LSU SPIRIT SQUAD TRYOUT APPLICATION (Please Circle): Male / Female Cheerleading Tiger Girls Mascot Name Age Address City/State Home Phone ( ) Cell Phone ( ) _ _ (print clearly) Emergency Contact: Emergency Cell: Education: High School Class of 20 GPA College _ Class of 20 CUM GPA How many years in college? Major Current # of hours enrolled? If not current student, have you made a campus visit? _

2 Page 2 Other Schools I will be trying out/auditioning at this year: Cheerleading/Dance Team/Mascot Experience Other Interests Honors/Awards Will you work while being a student and how many hours a week will you work? For safety and athletic training purposes, please list any prior orthopedic injuries, with dates of injury, and any physical conditions that our staff should be aware of:

LSU Spirit Squads Waiver of Liability The undersigned is aware of and acknowledges the risks associated with the participation in cheerleading/dancing/mascot activities, including but not without

3 LSU Spirit Squads Waiver of Liability The undersigned is aware of and acknowledges the risks associated with the participation in cheerleading/dancing/mascot activities, including but not without limitation, the risk of catastrophic injury, paralysis and even death. Nevertheless, it is the undersigned s desire to participate in clinics and to try out for the LSU Spirit Squads at Louisiana State University. The undersigned assumes all risk of injury associated with said clinic and tryouts, and specifically agrees to indemnify and hold free and harmless Louisiana State University, its agents and employees, including without limitation the LSU cheerlead, Tiger Girls, mascots, staff, coach, spirit director, and all other members of the Department of Athletics staff, from any and all claims or causes of action arising out of his/her participation in said clinic and tryouts, no matter what the cause. The undersigned further acknowledges and certifies that he/she is at least 18 years of age. Signature Date If under age 18, this form MUST be signed by a parent or guardian prior to participation. Parent/Guardian Signature Date

4 Walk-On Physician Physical Clearance Form Dear Physician All individuals participating in a varsity sport at Louisiana State University will receive a physical examination prior to any participation in supervised practice or competition. By signing this letter, you have stated that the individual is physically capable of participating in tryouts for their chosen sport. Upon selection to the team, the individual will receive a comprehensive physical examination from Louisiana State University Team Physicians. Student s Name Student s Sport Examination to Include General Examination Certifying Physician Address City State _ Zip Code_ Telephone # Date of Examination Signature of Physician Signature of LSU ATC (To be signed once physician certification is complete)

5 PREPARTICIPATION MEDICAL HISTORY 1 Name: Sport: Please read the following questions and check the appropriate box to the right. GENERAL MEDICAL: YES NO 1. a.have you ever had a prolonged medical illness? b.do you have any medical conditions we should be aware of (un-paired organ, reversed organs, etc). 2. a. Have you ever been hospitalized overnight? b. Have you ever had surgery?.. Are you currently taking any prescription medications (incl. birth control pills) or nonprescription (over the counter) medications?. 4. Are you currently or have you ever taken supplements or vitamins to help you gain or lose weight or to improve your performance? Have you had a tetanus shot within the last 10 years? 6. Have you had the following vaccinations? When? Hepatitis B Menagitis (Menactra) HPV (females) 7. Have you been told you are Sickle Cell Trait or Sickle Cell Disease positive?. 8. Have you ever been told that you cannot or should not take part in your sport for Medical reasons? (This does not include bone/muscle/joint injuries).. ALLERGIES / ASTHMA: 9. a. Do you have any drug allergies? b. Do you have foods or stinging insects?.. c. Have you ever had a rash or hives develop during or immediately after exercising? 10. Do you have any current skin conditions (rash, acne, warts, fungus or blisters)? 11. a. Do you cough, wheeze, or have trouble breathing during or after exercise? b. Do you have asthma? c. Do you have seasonal allergies that require medical treatment?.. HEART: 12. a. Have you ever passed out during or after exercise? b. Have you ever experienced excessive dizziness during or after exercise?... c. Have you ever had chest pains during or after exercise?. d. Do you tire more quickly than your teammates do during activity? e. Does your heart frequently race or skip beats?.. f. Have you ever been told you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol?... g. Have you ever been told that you have a heart murmur?.

6 h. Has a family member died of heart related illness or sudden death before the age of 50?.. i. Have you had a severe viral infection (myocarditis or mononucleosis) within the month?.. j. Has a doctor ever denied or restricted your participation in sports for any heart problems? TO BE COMPLETED BY DOCTOR ONLY: ITEM # DESCRIPTION PREPARTICIPATION MEDICAL HISTORY PART 2 Name:_ HEAT RELATED INJURIES: YES NO 13. a. Have you ever become ill after exercising in the heat?.... b. Have you ever had severe muscle cramps during activity?.. c. Have you ever received IV fluids for any for a heat illness?.. d. Have you ever lost consciousness during exercise?... HEAD & NECK RELATED INJURIES: 14. a. Have you ever had a head injury or concussion? If so, how many? When was most recent?

7 b. Have you ever been knocked out, become unconscious, or lost your memory. c. Have you ever had a seizure?.... d. Do you have frequent or severe headaches?... e. Have you ever had numbness or tingling in your arms, hands, legs, feet? f. Have you ever had a stinger, burner, or pinched nerve? MISCELLANEOUS: 15. Do you use any special protective or corrective equipment or devices that aren t usually used for your sport or position (knee braces, special neck roll, foot orthotics, dental appliances, or hearing aid)?. 15. a. Have you had any problem with your eyes or your vision b. Do you wear glasses, contacts, or protective eyewear? 16. Do you wear any wear any dental appliances, dentures or partials? 17. a. Do you want to weigh more or less than you do now?. b. Do you regularly gain or lose weight to meet the requirements for your sport? (This applies to weight changes of greater than 5% of your body weight.) 18. Do you have any other medical problems that have not been mentioned above? FEMALES ONLY: 17. a. When was your first menstrual period? b. When was your most recent menstrual c. How many days are there from the start of one period to the start of another? days d. How many periods have you had in the past year? periods e. What was the approximate longest time between periods last year? days I,, attest that I have answered all questions truthfully and to the best of my knowledge. Furthermore, I realize that failure to do so will place the responsibility of coverage of any pre-existing condition on myself. TO BE COMPLETED BY DOCTOR ONLY: ITEM # DESCRIPTION

8 Spirit Squad Coaches Evaluation Name of Student: Cheer, Dance, or Mascot (please circle one) To be filled out by current coach. Please evaluate your athlete and this form to in the subject header please put evaluation form. SCALE: 1-needs work, 5- average, 10- goes above and beyond 1. Rate your athlete on work ethic: Rate your athletes ability to take critiques: Does this person add value to your team? Is your athlete a team player? Is your athlete a rule follower? Would you recommend this person for a position on the LSU Spirit Team? Please consider all areas above. Yes/ No Any reason this person would not be a good representative/team member? Years worked with participant: Name of Coach: School or Studio/Gym: Signed: _Date:

Spirit Squad Expectations The selection process is a 3 part process, including tryout weekend, pre-camp and camp and pre-season, which includes evaluation of cheerleading ability and ability to work

9 Spirit Squad Expectations The selection process is a 3 part process, including tryout weekend, pre-camp and camp and pre-season, which includes evaluation of cheerleading ability and ability to work well with others. Team Practices are held up to 4 times per week and are approximately 2-3 hours per session. Workouts and conditioning are done as a team in addition to practice. Commitment is for a full year, April until April Must maintain a 2.0 LSU Cum, 12 hours per semester and 24 hours in a year to maintain active status Random drug testing throughout the year. NO TOLLERANCE policy Stipends are awarded to members that have a minimum of a 2.3 LSU CUM GPA. 2 nd year $1000 per yr., 3 rd year $1500 per yr., 4 th year $2000 per yr. NO out of state waivers. Availability during holiday games, including school breaks TENTATIVE Important Dates: July Pre-Camp and Camp Aug Pre-Season Practice ALL Football, Volleyball (Cheer and Mascot), Women and Men Basketball, Gymnastics (Cheer and Mascot), Baseball (TG s and mascot) home events. Away if selected. Keep in mind events scheduled during Fall Break, Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Mardi Gras and Spring Break are included. Name: Signed: Date: **Official Team Rules will be distributed to newly selected team members at tryouts.

Team Knightro Tryout Checklist

Team Knightro Tryout Checklist What to Bring the First Day of Tryouts 1. Bring a "copy" of either your UCF Student I.D. or "copy" of your acceptance letter. * Please do not bring the originals as a copy