CHEERLEADING 2017-2018 Tryout Information Friday, April 28, 2017 & Saturday, April 29, 2017 CHECKLIST THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NEEDED FOR TRYOUT PARTICIPATION: APPLICATION FORM MEDICAL RELEASE FORM PROOF OF MEDICAL INSURANCE VERIFICATION OF ENROLLMENT CURRENT DSU STUDENTS $20 TRYOUT FEE UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS/TRANSFERS DSU ACCEPTANCE LETTER *CONTACT HEAD COACH KIM LOGAN IF APPLICATION IS STILL PENDING
2017-2018 DSU CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15, 2017 The application form must be submitted to Head Cheerleading Coach Kim Logan, by 5:00pm on Friday, April 15th. All remaining tryout documents (medical release, verification of enrollment, and proof of medical insurance) and tryout fee may be turned in during check-in on the day of tryouts. You will not be able to participate if you are missing any paperwork. Mail: DSU Athletics Attn: Kim Logan PO Box A-3 Cleveland, MS 38733 Email: klogan@deltastate.edu Tryout Schedule: ***TRYOUTS WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC*** FRIDAY, APRIL 28 5:00p.m. 5:45p.m. 5:45p.m. 6:00p.m. 6:00p.m. 6:30p.m. 6:30p.m. 7:00p.m. 7:00p.m. 7:30p.m. 7:30p.m. 9:00p.m. 9:00p.m. until Check in at the Dorgan Center Introductions and Tryout Overview Chant Instruction and Practice Cheer Instruction and Practice Dance Instruction and Practice Stunt Instruction and Practice Further Practice SATURDAY, APRIL 29 8:30a.m. - 9:00a.m. 9:00a.m. - 9:30a.m. 10:00a.m. Check in at the Dorgan Center Warm-up Stunts, Warm up tumbling, Chant, Cheer and Dance warm-up Tryouts/Evaluations Begin Skill Recommendations: **ALL of the above times are subject to change ** TUMBLING tumbling is not required but it is strongly encouraged Standing Back handspring Standing Back tuck Roundoff Back handspring Roundoff Back tuck STUNT We will select your partner/groups during the tryout process. You may NOT bring your own partner/stunt group to tryouts. Only candidates trying out will be allowed to stunt. The required partner stunts are as follows:
Girls Walk in stretch, full down dismount Walk in one man extension, pop off or full down dismount Guys Toss lib, Pop off dismount Toss stretch, Full down dismount Method of Evaluation: The coach and judges will be looking for well-rounded athletes with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and strong skill technique during the tryout process. The final round of scoring will be completed by the coaching staff and an experienced judging panel. All returning members must re tryout every year. Tryout Appearance: DSU Cheerleaders are expected to present themselves in a professional and collegiate manner at all times. All candidates trying out must wear the following: Friday: Females: A white tank top and black athletic shorts. Natural make up should be worn and hair should be in either a pony tail or half up / half down with a bow. Cheer shoes are recommended for stunting purposes. Jewelry of any kind is prohibited. Males: A white t-shirt and black athletic shorts. Facial hair should be well groomed and non excessive. Jewelry of any kind is prohibited. Saturday: Females: A white tank top and green athletic shorts. Natural make up should be worn and hair should be in either a pony tail or half up / half down with a bow. Cheer shoes are recommended for stunting purposes. Jewelry of any kind is prohibited. Males: A white t-shirt and green athletic shorts. Facial hair should be well groomed and non excessive. Jewelry of any kind is prohibited. Additional Tryouts: Additional tryouts will only be held if positions are not filled at the spring tryout or if positions become available throughout the year. If a second tryout is needed the details will be posted online at www.gostatesmen.com and/or on our Instagram page Delta State Cheerleading.
D S U Cheerleading 2016-2017 Tryout Application Name: Gender: Male Female Date of Birth: Email Address: Home Address: City: State: Zip Code: Local Address: City, State, Zip Code: Home / Cell Phone: High School or College: All Star Gym (if applicable): Current DSU Students / Transfer students GPA: High School Students Cumulative GPA: 2017-2018 Classification: Projected Graduation Year: Primary Insurance Company: Policy Number: (please attach a copy of your insurance card) Emergency Contact Name: Emergency Contact Number:
Position: Main Base Secondary Base Back Flyer Male Base List Current Stunting and Tumbling Skills: Cheer Experience: I, have read the 2017 2018 Delta State University tryout information and understand the requirements needed for tryout participation. In submitting this application, I consent that the information provided is true and accurate. I accept and understand that the decision of the judges and coaching staff will be final. Applicant s Signature Date
DSU Cheerleading 2017-2018 Tryout Application 1. Why do you want to be a DSU Cheerleader? 2. How would a past coach/teacher/employer describe your work ethic? Explain. 3. What is your preferred position (base/backspot/flyer) and style of stunting (coed/all girl)? List the most advanced stunting and tumbling skills you ve mastered on grass/non spring floor. 4. The DSU Cheerleading program requires a significant time commitment. How do you plan on balancing academics, practices, workouts, games, and your personal/social life? 5. What qualities do you possess that make you an ideal candidate to represent the DSU Cheerleading Program?
Medical Liability form I,, hereby desire to try out for the Delta State University Cheerleading Program that will start workouts in August, 2017. This includes all practices, workouts, conditioning, games, drills and strength training that the team participates in. I fully understand and accept that neither Delta State University nor any of its employees can assume responsibility for any injuries that I may receive as a result of trying out for a team, or conditions arising from a pre existing injury or condition (before coming to Delta State University). If I am selected to join the team, I will receive a physical examination and complete Delta State University s Athletic Department Sports Medicine Forms (including health history and insurance information) for review and clearance to participate. I know of no physical ailments, injuries, or conditions that would restrict my participation in Delta State University s intercollegiate athletic program. Signature: Date: Parent Signature or Witness Signature: Date: