2019-2020 Cheerleader & Mascot Tryouts
Meet the Coaches & Assistant Principal Ginny Looney AACCA Certified Safety Instructor Courtney Solomon AACCA Certified Safety Instructor Mrs. Liz Brod, Assistant Principal
Ginny Looney Married to Matt Looney 2 Kids- Noah 5 yrs old and Amelia 2yrs old 4th yr at RMS 5th yr of teaching 2nd yr RMS cheer coach. BA in Exercise and Sports Science Cheered in middle but moved to Softball in HS
Courtney Solomon Married to Wes Solomon-KPHS Assistant Principal 3 Kids-Coley (9th) Carlie (8th) Dane (5th) Teach Special Education/15th year 5th year RMS cheer coach Cheered 3rd-12th grade, Coached Humble JV, Waller Varsity, Tahoka Varsity and lots of Upward teams!
Am I eligible to tryout? Candidates who have been academically ineligible for two or more grading periods during the current school year are not eligible to tryout (Grade below a 70 on report card) You must have a 2018-2019 physical on file for current 7th graders and 2019-2020 for current 6th graders.
How do I get a physical? 1.Print 2019-2020 physical form from cheer website 2.Visit the doctor and make sure EVERY blank is filled out. This can also be done at CVS/Walgreens for about $25 dollars. 3.Turn completed physical into Coach Sisco 4.Wait for a receipt 5.Must be dated after Feb. 1st
What are the Procedures for Tryouts? Google forms are to be submitted by Friday, February 15th no later than 4:15 PM. Forms and/or physicals will not be accepted after 4:15 NO EXCEPTIONS! Failure to submit the google form and physical by specified date and time will result inability to try-out.
When are Tryouts? Mandatory Tryout Mandatory 2-Day Tryout Clinic: Feb. 28 and March 1st Feb. 25 and 26 4:30- End 4:15-6:15 Optional Mock Tryouts Feb. 27 4:30pm- End Highly encouraged 8th grade will go first on the 28th. All candidates go in numerical order. 7th grade will go first on the 1st. All candidates go in reverse numerical order.
Are parents allowed in the gym during the tryout process? No parents or siblings are allowed in the gym during clinic, mock tryouts, or during the actual tryout. There is no videotaping of any material. A video of tryout material will be posted on the RMS website after the February clinic.
What do I wear for Tryout Clinic? Cheer Shorts or Athletic Shorts (any color) Hair up in a Ponytail (headbands/bows are fine) T-Shirt with Sleeves (any color). Cheer shoes or tennis shoes NO jewelry!
What do I wear for tryouts? Black Cheer/Athletic Shorts (no writing on shorts) Hair up in a secure Ponytail (headband/bow) Black T-Shirt (short sleeves, no writing) White Socks + Black Sports Bra NO Jewelry of any kind
Judges, Scores & Results Who judges tryouts? 2 outside judges 1 Humble ISD high school coach judge 1 Coach How important is tumbling? It is worth than 15% of the judges scores. How do I find out if I made it? Names will be posted on the cheer website by midnight on How many kids make it? March 1st. - Minimum of 12; No max. The line is drawn at the How many girls tryout? natural score break It varies anywhere from after the minimum of 12. 25-75.
Judging Sheet for Cheer Tumbling Skills Running and Standing Jumps Technique, Flexibility, Height, Form Cheer Voice project, Facials, Confidence, Memory, Execution, Sharpness Dance Technique Motions, Timing, Expression, Memory Principal Evaluation Grades, Attendance and Discipline
What do I do during the actual tryout? Series of 2 jumps, one must be a toe touch, then choose your best. May or may not be whipped. Spirit/tumble to the center of basketball court Perform cheer taught during Mandatory Practices Afterwards, in groups of 3-4, perform the cheer dance to music
Mascots Those interested in mascot need to develop a skit to perform for the judges. You may use the mascot costumes. You may tryout in pairs. You are encouraged to use music and props. Please make sure that your music does not contain inappropriate lyrics (2-3 minute max).
Judging Sheet for Mascot
Commitment (Cheer Only) Spring 2018 Stunt prep class @ Woodlands Elite Every Monday night beginning April 1st-May 20th 8:30-9:30 pm
Commitment Summer (cheer and mascots) Camp will be July 30th-Aug. 2nd at Moody Gardens in Galveston, TX. Starting August 5th Practices will be twice a week until school starts. Team Building Activities August Sign parties Socials
Fall Commitment (cheer and mascots) Football games (A, B, & C) Basketball games Pep Rallies Other RMS Events (Volleyball, Spirit night, Philanthropy events, Sign parties, etc.)
Commitment (cheer and mascots) Spring Basketball games Cheer Clinic o o o Day of clinic Advertising at elementary schools prior Helping at halftime performances with Lil Cheerleaders Pep Rallies January practice (on teacher in-service day) Jan. 6th
Attendance (cheer and mascots) Attendance is mandatory at ALL football and assigned basketball games. Cheerleading is a team sport! Participation in another RMS activity are the ONLY absences that are considered excused. All other absences will be subject to demerits.
Cheer Class Required for ALL cheerleaders Cheer Aide/Class for Mascots Fall semester only (2nd/4th period) Students will practice cheers, dances, improve form and technique, help develop pep rallies, improve squad stunts, and condition. Worth 1 semester of P.E./Elective credit All students must take FOUR semesters of P.E.
Fees Involved: Mascot Camp Camp Clothes Game day shirts Approximate Total = $600
Fees Involved: Cheer Uniform-shell & skirt, cheer shoes, hair bows, spanks/socks Camp Camp Clothes Practice clothes/warm-up Game day shirts Jacket Approximate Total = $1300
Dates to Remember New Cheerleader Meeting: Tuesday, March 5th @ 5pm in Library Camp Fees of $400 are due at this meeting. Uniform Fitting: Wednesday, March 20th (Credit Card is the only form of payment accepted by the uniform rep. Please bring this information with you. A parent is required to attend. Orders will not be placed without a parent present. Gameday Clothing Order: Monday, April 1 @ 8:30 Gameday clothing order forms will be distributed at first Woodlands Elite practice. Due by 4/15 with check attached
WHAT TO REMEMBER: As RMS athletes, cheerleaders are held to a higher standard. We strictly follow the HISD Cheerleading Handbook. Discipline and academic success are stressed! As a cheerleader, you are to represent your school in an honorable fashion AT ALL TIMES! This mean on and OFF campus.
Code of Conduct 1. I understand the procedures and requirements for try-outs. 2. I understand that if I do not fulfill the procedures and requirements that I will not be eligible to try-out for cheerleader / mascot. 3. I pledge to participate in all required activities for the entire year, as addressed in the Mandatory Cheerleading Meeting, once I make cheerleader or mascot. 4. I understand that outside activities cannot interfere with participation in required cheerleading activities. 5. I understand that if I have an unexcused absence (not sick or participating in another RMS activity), I will be subject to demerits and discipline from cheer Coaches. 6. I agree to abide by all decisions made by the Coach and/or the review board. 7. I pledge to follow all rules, protocols, and regulations contained in the Riverwood Middle School Cheerleading Handbook. 8. I understand that my attitude is of major importance to the success of the squad. The example I set as a member of the Riverwood Middle School Cheerleaders is of great importance to each member. I pledge to set a good example.
Check list for Try-outs _Google Form Submitted https://goo.gl/forms/plygzlxsvmnqqh8u2 _2019-2020 Physical current 6th graders (Turned in to Sharon Sisco) _Physical on file for current 7th graders All due by Feb. 15th @ 4:15 Failure to complete above items by specified date and time will result in inability to try out for RMS Cheer/Mascot.