Congratulations on your decision to try out for Tulane Cheerleading! Tryouts will take place Sunday, April 6th from 1:00 to 5:00pm in Devlin Fieldhouse. We look forward to welcoming new members to our cheer family. Here are a few things you should know: All of the below forms must be filled out and turned in at the beginning of tryouts, along with the Pre-Participation Physical form (separate file), a copy of your medical insurance card, a copy of your current class schedule, and grades from previous semester(s) (non-freshmen only). There is a $10 tryout fee (cash or check to Tulane Cheerleading), due at the beginning of tryouts. Female candidates should wear a crop top or sports bra, shorts, and cheerleading shoes. Hair and make-up should be game day ready. Male candidates should wear comfortable athletic clothing, cheer or tennis shoes, and should appear clean and well-groomed. Please contact Lee (lcase@tulane.edu) if you have any questions!
Tulane University Cheerleading Tryout Information Tryout Number Full Name FIRST MIDDLE LAST DOB / / Email Address @tulane.edu Phone # ( ) - Campus Address Permanent Address Weight lbs (for travel purposes) Cumulative GPA Class Standing 2014-2015: Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Grad CIRCLE ONE Years on Tulane Cheerleading BLUE GREEN CIRCLE ONE Previous Cheerleading Experience: How did you hear about Tulane Cheerleading tryouts? Website Chalking on campus Other Flyers on campus Word of mouth What other activities (student organizations, Greek, clubs, etc.) are you committed to or planning to commit to during the upcoming year? Aside from school, please rank your top 3 priorities: 1. 2. 3. Do you plan on studying abroad in the 2014-2015 academic year? Yes No
Tulane University Spirit Squad Emergency Contact Information Full Name Home Phone Permanent Address City State Zip Emergency Contact 1 Relationship Phone Emergency Contact 2 Relationship Phone Allergies Previous Injuries and Medical Conditions Insurance Policy & Number HMO/PPO *Please return this completed with a copy of your insurance card(s)*
TULANE UNIVERSITY CHEERLEADING MEDICAL TREATMENT AUTHORIZATION AND LIABILITY RELEASE I,, do hereby agree to participate in the activity of cheerleading at Tulane University. In order that I may receive the necessary medical treatment in the event I may sustain injury or illness during participation in this activity, I hereby authorize the Spirit Squad Coordinator or other supervising adult to obtain medical treatment for myself for such an injury or illness during the activity, and I hereby hold Tulane University and its representatives harmless in the exercise of authority. I understand that this activity involves risk to me, the participant. I further acknowledge and understand that due to the nature of this activity, which involves inversion and rotation of the body, there is a possibility that I may sustain physical illness or injury (minimal, serious, or catastrophic), in connection with my participation, and I further release Tulane University and its representatives from any claims for personal illness or injury that I may sustain during participation in this activity. I further understand that Tulane University has established rules and regulations pertaining to conduct, behavior, and activities of all students and cheerleading participants, by which I must abide during participation in this activity, and that I will be responsible for my failure to abide by those rules and regulations. I have read and understood the above Medical Treatment Authorization and Liability Release. Participant s Signature Date
I,, understand that my acceptance to the Tulane University Cheerleading Blue or Green Squad will be based on how judges perceive my performance of the following criteria: General Appearance Attitude Showmanship Cheer Execution Motions Voice/Words Dance Execution Motions Rhythm/Timing Tumbling Standing Running Stunting Prep Level Extension Level Lib Level Interview Fitness SIGNATURE DATE
Tulane University Cheerleading Video Submission Guidelines for Spring Tryouts Only If you are unable to attend spring tryouts, you have the option of sending in a video. If you are accepted to the squad by submitting a video, you will begin practicing in the fall and cheering during football season. Video submissions will be determined by the Spirit Squad Coordinator. The video should include: 1. Brief Introduction - Where are you from? What is your anticipated major? - Why would you like to be a member of Tulane Cheerleading? - What can you personally contribute to the team? - Cheerleading is a big commitment. How do you plan on managing your time between classes, studying, cheerleading, and other activities? - Tell us anything else you'd like us to know. 2. A cheer 3. A short dance (4-6 eight counts) 4. Any stunting or tumbling skills Please mail the video, all forms, and $10 tryout fee (cash or check to Tulane Cheerleading) to: Tulane Cheerleading c/o Lee Bugg 3823 Octavia St. New Orleans, LA 70125 To ensure that your video is received, please email lcase@tulane.edu when you mail the video to notify the Spirit Squad Coordinator that it has been sent. You also have the option of posting your tryout video online (YouTube) and emailing the link to lcase@tulane.edu. $10 tryout fee is still applicable.