Dear Cheerleading Candidate, Hello and welcome to the Walnut Hills Eagles Cheerleading Tryouts for the High School Basketball Season for the 2013-2014 School Year! We are very excited about the opportunity to meet all of you and share our enthusiasm for the sport of cheerleading. Tryouts can be a very fun, but exhausting time. It is very important that you read and complete all of the material in the packet, share it with your parents/guardians, and bring it with you to the first day of tryouts. If you do not have all forms completed the first day of clinic, November 6th, you will not be allowed to tryout. Clinic (also known as the time where you learn the necessary material for the actual tryouts) will be held on November 6th from 4:00-6:00 PM. Tryouts will be held Thursday, November 7th beginning at 4:00 PM. Participation in the clinic is mandatory and each candidate must stay for the duration of each clinic. Please make sure to contact us in advance if attendance at the clinic poses an issue. Make sure you come in cheer shoes, shorts, WHHS t-shirt, and your hair up. No jewelry. For tryouts, you need to wear a plain yellow or white t-shirt and navy shorts. Tryout Expectations: Each candidate will be expected to perform the sideline and dance taught during the clinic. Each candidate is expected to demonstrate two jumps: A toe touch and a jump of choice. Each candidate will be expected to perform a tumbling pass and/or standing tumbling of their choice. Again, we are very excited and wish you the best of luck. This season is going to be exciting, challenging for Walnut Hills Cheerleading. Go Eagles! Sincerely, Courtney Snider, Cheer Program Head Coach Sam Huffman, JV Cheer Coach
Walnut Hills High School Cheerleading Application Candidate Name: Date of Birth: / / GPA: Grade Level: Address: City/State/Zip: Cell Phone Number: Do you receive texts? Circle YES or NO Cheerleader s e-mail: Mother s Name: Cell #: Father s Name: Cell #: Parent e-mail: List Any Qualifications & Years Participated (Previous cheer teams and/or gymnastic experiences) List other teams, clubs, activities or programs you plan to participate in during the 2013-2014 Academic Year: Why do you want to be a Walnut Hills Cheerleader? What does team commitment mean to you?
I am ready to tryout for the Walnut Hills Cheerleading Program for the 2013-2014 seasons and accept the decision for placement or non-placement in the Walnut Hills Cheer Program. I understand that ALL Walnut Hills Cheerleading practices, games, rallies, competitions, and performances must take precedence over any and all non-academic related activities. Candidate s Signature & Date Parent s Signature & Date
Parent Permission for Tryout & Candidate Acknowledgment Parental Permission: My child, has my permission to be a cheerleader at Walnut Hills School. I understand that he/she must abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the coaches and the athletic department at Walnut Hills High School, and be present for all practices and games. I have read the rules and regulations and understand that the violation of any of these rules may lead to temporary or permanent suspension from the squad. I understand that all forms attached must be completed by November 6th, or my child will not be allowed to tryout. I understand that my child must attend all practices (unless excused by the coaches) and tryout sessions, or my child will not be considered for a cheerleading position. I understand that my daughter/son will be evaluated by qualified judges including the Walnut Hills Cheer Coaches, and we agree to abide by the decision of the judges. I understand all costs involved as stated in the packet. I understand by the very nature of the activity, cheerleading and gymnastics carry a risk of physical injury. No matter how careful the participants and coaches are, how many spotters are used, or what landing surface is used, the risk cannot be eliminated. I understand these risks and will not hold Walnut Hills High School or any of its personnel responsible in the case of an accident or injury at any time. I also understand that the results of the tryouts are FINAL. The coach has the option to open tryouts at any time during the year to any Walnut Hills transfer student. Parent Signature: Date / / Candidate: I am interested in being a cheerleader at Walnut Hills High School. I understand the responsibilities and commitments as stated in this packet. If elected, I promise to abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the coaches and the athletic department of Walnut Hills. I promise to cooperate and follow instructions of the cheerleading coaches. Student Signature: Date: / /
Parents & Cheer Candidates, As with any sport, there are costs associated to participate, be prepared and be outfitted for the sport. Below you will find the costs for each of the squads. If your daughter makes the squad(s) they will be required to pay the full amount by December 1 st. The team contribution goes towards team dinners, team outings, competitions, ect. We will provide opportunities to fundraise. Cost is approximately the following: Varsity Squad: Cheerleading Shoes $57.00 Uniform Liners $24.00 Poms $35.00 Briefs $20.00 Bags $40.00 Warm Ups $60.00 Bows $13.00 Team Contribution $50.00 Mandatory Parent Fee (per season) $60.00 Junior Varsity Squad: Cheerleading Shoes $57.00 Uniform Liners $24.00 Poms $35.00 Briefs $20.00 Bags $40.00 Warm Ups $60.00 Bows $13.00 Team Contribution $50.00 Mandatory Parent Fee (per season) $60.00 I understand the financial obligation if my son/daughter makes the 2013/2014 Walnut Hills Cheer Squad and that it is my responsibility to pay the camp balance by December 1st. Student Signature Parent Signature
Squad Makeup Seniors must make the Varsity Squad Juniors can make the junior squad Just because a squad can take a certain number does not mean they will take the maximum number. In high school, it is possible for non-senior girls to cheer varsity one year and make junior varsity the next year. Placement each year depends on the tryout for the current year. All candidates have the same opportunities. If there is an opening on any squad, the coaches reserve the right to hold a tryout in the summer/fall to fill the position. Varsity Basketball: Up to 8 girls, freshmen through seniors JV Basketball: Up to 8 girls, freshmen through juniors