California Baptist University Cheerleading Tryout Packet 2017-2018 Head Coach: Assistant Coach: Tami Fleming 951-343-4849 Fax: 951-552-8849 tfleming@calbaptist.edu Brandon Seagondollar 951-552-8545 bseagondollar@calbaptist.edu Olivia Miller 951-343-4849 omiller@calbaptist.edu Website: Address: www.cbulancers.com Facebook Cal Baptist Lancer Cheer Twitter CBUcheer Instagram CBUcheer Snapchat CBUcheer California Baptist University Athletics Department Cheer 8432 Magnolia Ave. Riverside, CA 92504
California Baptist University Cheer LIVE Tryout Information MANDATORY TRYOUT DATES, TIMES AND LOCATION All sessions will be hosted in the cheer gym at the CBU Student Rec Center (3536 Adams St., Riverside, CA). - Friday, May 12, 2017 o 5:00 pm 6:00 pm: Registration & Open Gym o 6:00 pm 9:00 pm: Tumbling & Jump Evaluation; Open Stunt - Saturday, May 13, 2017 o 8:00 am 9:00 am: Registration & Open Gym o 9:00 am 11:00 am: Stunt Evaluation **New team members will be announced on Saturday, May 13 at 12:30 pm, both in person and on social media. FOR ATHLETES WHO MAKE THE TEAM - Saturday, May 13, 2017 o 12:30 pm 1:30 pm: First team meeting (parents encouraged to attend) o 1:30 pm: Uniform Fittings & Concussion Testing TRYOUT ATTIRE FOR ENTIRE WEEK - T-shirt or tank top, work-out shorts, spandex under shorts, cheer shoes, hair fixed up & out of your face with a ribbon/bow of your choice. Navy, gold and white colors encouraged. Sports bras alone are not acceptable. - All potential cheerleaders are expected to portray a collegiate image when trying out for CBU cheer. Body piercings and jewelry of any kind as well as extreme hair styles and/or colors are not acceptable at tryouts or during the year as a CBU cheerleaders. All cheer candidates must remove all piercings and other jewelry prior to arrival at tryouts. GENERAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS FOR TRYOUTS TUMBLING SKILLS - Standing Back handspring (required) - Standing Tuck (suggested) - Standing Handspring, Tuck/Layout/Full (suggested) - Round off, Back handspring (required) - Round off, Back handspring, Tuck/Layout/Full (suggested) - One optional standing/running tumbling pass used to highlight an individual s strengths STUNT SKILLS Two stunts of athlete s choice that highlight the individual s strengths. One stunt must include at least three advanced body positions and the ability to do twisting cradles (basing or flying). **Please note, if an athlete lacks ability in one area of the tryout process, she can make up for it by being exceptional in another area. The program will not only be picked on skills and talent, but also on attitude and personality. TRYOUT ELIGIBLITY REQUIREMENTS - ALL PAPERWORK IS DUE BY MAY 10, 2017 and can be found in this packet. Athletes are strongly encouraged to submit paperwork early/before the deadline. - Paperwork may be submitted in person, mailed, faxed (951-552-8849), or emailed to the head coach (tfleming@calbaptist.edu) on or before May 10. Paperwork sent through the mail must ARRIVE by May 10. - If the following paperwork is not turned in, then athletes will NOT be allowed to participate in the live tryout process: o Tryout Application with photo attached o MUST have completed the CBU application process and received a CBU ID number o o o o Tryout Agreement, Team Placement Agreement, and Tryout Questionnaire CBU Athletic Physical Test Form MUST be completed by a physician and MUST include physician number and stamp. NO chiropractors. This physical may also be completed at a CVS Minute clinic or urgent care facility Results from a sickle cell blood test (or a sickle cell waiver must be signed). Waiver of Liability, signed by a parent if athlete is under 18 years of age.
California Baptist University Cheer VIDEO Tryout Information ALL VIDEOS MUST BE RECEIVED BY WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 2017 Videos that arrive past this deadline will be accepted at the discretion of the Head Coach. This method of trying out for CBU cheer is accepted, but not highly recommended. Please follow the order below when making your video and be sure to include all items listed: - GENERAL INFORMATION o The following paperwork should be turned in along with all video tryouts: Tryout Application with photo attached MUST have completed the CBU application process and received a CBU ID number Tryout Agreement, Team Placement Agreement, and Tryout Questionnaire o All videos need to follow the criteria outlined for video tryouts. Accepted formats: DVD (Video should be clearly labeled on both the DVD and the case) YouTube Video (please email the YouTube link directly to tfleming@calbaptist.edu) Email Video to tfleming@calbaptist.edu (follow up with an email to ensure it went through) - PERSONAL INTERVIEW o You will need to address the following in your interview: A brief background including where you are from and any cheer experience Why you are choosing to attend CBU What stunt position you are (For example: main base, secondary base, back spot, flyer) Why you would like to be a member of CBU cheer and what you can bring to the program. - SIDELINE CHANT o Perform any chant of your choice but please make sure that the chant is appropriate for the CBU Lancers. o Chant may include incorporations, but be sure it also highlights motion technique and sharpness as well as crowd involvement skills and spirit. - JUMPS o Please show a single toe touch highlighting flexibility and technique. o Please show a single front hurdler highlighting flexibility and technique. o Please show a combo jump of your choosing (combo is 2 or more connected jumps) - STANDING TUMBLING o Minimum requirement is a standing back handspring. Standing tumbling ending in tucks/layouts/fulls are suggested. o Include all stand tumbling you can perform on a HARD FLOOR (no spring floor). This may include standing tuck, jumps to tuck, jumps to handspring tuck/layout/full, and standing twisting skills (ex. Standing full, handspring full, etc.) - RUNNING TUMBLING o Minimum requirement is a round off, back handspring. Running tumbling ending in tucks/layouts/fulls are strongly suggested. o Include a maximum of 3 tumbling passes showing your best tumbling ability on a HARD FLOOR (no spring floor). - STUNTS (Basing or Flying) o Minimum requirement of at least three advanced body positions (stretch, bow and arrow, scale, scorp, arabesque, etc.) ending in a twisting (single or double) cradle. o Include a maximum of 3 additional stunts showing your best stunting ability into and out of each stunt. - DANCE o Include a minimum of four, 8 counts of dance set to music. - OPTIONAL BASKET TOSS o Show a maximum of 3 basket tosses showcasing your best basket ability.
California Baptist University Cheer Additional Tryout Information WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO TRY OUT? - High school seniors with provisional admission into the University - Undergraduate or graduate transfer students with provisional admission into the University - Full time undergraduate or graduate CBU students in good academic standing with the University MISCELLANEOUS TRYOUT INFORMATION - Potential team members are not only evaluated on current skill level and ability, but more importantly how much POTENTIAL athletes have to become collegiate cheerleaders and contribute to the cheerleading program. - There is NOT a point system for CBU Cheer tryouts. The coaching staff makes the final team selection. - Each cheer team candidate will be notified in person or via social media and/or email as to the tryout results shortly after the actual tryout process. The allocation of scholarships may not be fully determined until after tryout results are given, and those decisions are made by the coaching staff. - All clinic and tryout sessions are closed to friends, family and other spectators. - If needed, potential cheerleaders must provide personal medical supplies such as pre-wrap, athletic tape, Band- Aid s, and pain medication. These items will not be provided by the CBU Coaching Staff or University. - Housing will not be provided to potential cheer team members. - CBU Cheer has 2 cheer teams within the program a game team and a competition team. A spot on a specific team will not be determined at tryouts. If selected for the CBU cheer program, specific team placement will take place at the end of summer. ADVANTAGES TO TRYING OUT IN PERSON - Trying out in person will show that you are committed to attending California Baptist University. - Potential cheer team members will be able to work and tryout with current CBU cheerleaders who are some of the most talented stunters in the nation. - Cheer team candidates will have the chance to meet and interact with the CBU coaching staff and current CBU cheer team members. TIPS TO PREPARING FOR CBU CHEER TRYOUTS - The CBU coaching staff is looking for well-rounded individuals with outstanding skills to be a part of our program. Good character, the ability to get along well with others, and an outgoing personality, are very important. Along with those qualities, coaches are looking for individuals who are easy to work with, take constructive criticism and listen to advice to make improvements to their skills. - It may be in the best interest of potential cheer team members to send in preliminary videos of skills so that the CBU Coaching Staff can provide feedback on the direction candidates should take, what areas to work on, and improvements that need to be made specifically before actual tryouts. These videos will not be judged as tryout videos. Please be sure to label any and all preliminary videos as such. - Grades and how well you have worked with coaches and teammates from prior squads, and the way individuals interact with current CBU Cheerleaders and alumni will be considered. - Motions, tumbling and stunting are also very important. If you do not have the experience to perform all required skills prior to tryouts, it is very important to get in touch with local gyms, college teams, or any of the CBU Cheerleaders to join classes or request private lessons to reach those requirements. - CBU does not have height or weight requirements for the cheerleaders, but all squad members are expected to stay physically fit and in shape throughout the year. - We recommend candidates attend CBU recruit clinics and workshops throughout the year. Each potential squad member will gain an inside perspective of the CBU Cheer Program. It will also give participants the opportunity to experience the coaching style at CBU, and the chance to work with and learn from all current members of the teams.
California Baptist University Cheer 2017-2018 Tryout Application PERSONAL INFO (please type or print clearly): FULL NAME: MALE/FEMALE: STUNT POSITION: CBU ID NUMBER (Mandatory): DATE OF BIRTH: EMAIL ADDRESS: HOME ADDRESS: CITY, STATE, ZIP: ATHLETE PHONE: ( ) PARENT NAME: PARENT PHONE: ( ) PARENT EMAIL: AGE: PLEASE ATTACH CLOSE UP PHOTO HERE BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE INFO (please type/print clearly and include contact info for previous coaches: HIGH SCHOOL: CLASS OF: GPA: COLLEGE (S) ATTENDED: MAJOR: YEARS IN COLLEGE: CUMULATIVE GPA: HOW MANY YEARS IN COLLEGE REMAINING? For the 2017-2018 season, my academic classification will be (circle one): FR SOPH JR SR GRAD ALL STAR GYM (S): CHEERLEADING EXPERIENCE: OTHER INTERESTS: For safety and athletic training purposes, please list any prior orthopedic injuries, with dates of injury, and any unusual physical conditions that our staff should be aware of: TRYOUT APPLICATION CHECKLIST ALL PAPERWORK DUE MAY 10, 2017 Tryout Application with Photo Team Placement Agreement Completed Athlete Physical Tryout Agreement & Questionnaire Tryout Waiver Sickle Cell Test Results or Waiver
California Baptist University Cheer 2017-2018 Tryout Agreement (Please print or type clearly and have all paperwork completed and turned in no later than May 2, 2016) I,, submit this application for a position in the CBU Cheerleading program. By submitting this application, I understand and agree to the following: - I will be a full-time student, taking a minimum of 12 credit hours for undergraduate or 9 hours for graduate students at California Baptist University for the entire 2017-2018 fall and spring semesters. - I must maintain a 2.0 GPA and will hereby release my academic transcripts to the Head Coach. - I understand that I must be in good standing with California Baptist University or my high school and not on any type of academic or disciplinary probation. - I must turn in the following paperwork to the Head Coach no later than May 10, 2017: o Tryout Application with photo attached o Tryout Agreement o Tryout Questionnaire o Team Placement Agreement o CBU Athletic Physical Test Form signed and stamped by a physician o Results from a sickle cell blood test (or a sickle cell waiver must be signed) o Waiver of Liability, signed by a parent if athlete is under 18 years of age - If selected, I understand that I a m required to be covered by personal primary medical insurance throughout my time as a cheerleader at CBU. - I have no health or physical defects, which would hinder my ability to perform as an CBU Cheerleader or which might cause performing as an CBU Cheerleader to be unsafe to my health or the health and wellbeing of my tea m mates. - The physical demands of being a CBU Cheerleader require that I maintain a high level of physical fitness and that I pass a complete physical examination administered by California Baptist University medical staff. - If selected and I accept a cheer team position, I understand I will be required to attend all scheduled practices, classes, performances, sporting events, pep rallies, team meetings, parades, alumni functions, and other functions or duties designated by the Head Coach. - I understand I am agreeing to a FULL YEAR commitment (fall AND spring semesters). - Being a CBU Cheerleader is a major personal commitment of my non-academic time and cannot be placed secondary to any other non-academic activity. I understand that, with the exception of academics, my commitment to the CBU cheer program takes FIRST priority over all other activities (clubs, organizations, work, etc.). Furthermore, I understand that last minute appearances/events may arise in which the cheerleaders must be present. - The CBU cheerleaders play an important role in representing the University and its athletic program. As such, I will always know that I am an official representative of California Baptist University, its students, faculty, staff, alumni, and cheer program. I will always conduct myself in a manner to uphold that character, tradition, integrity, and spirit of California Baptist University. - I agree to follow all safety guidelines deemed necessary by the Head Coach and AACCA. - I understand that I must maintain an email account and check it DAILY. - I understand that I must obtain a note from a family or school physician to be excused from any assigned function, unless approved in advance by the Head Coach. (If for any reason a cheerleader is unable to attend a function to which they are committed, he/she is responsible for finding another team member to replace them). - I understand and accept that failure to meet any of the requirements listed above will result in my disqualification from consideration for a CBU cheer team position. - I accept and understand that the decisions of the judges/coaches will be final. Athlete Signature Date
California Baptist University Cheer 2017-2018 Tryout Questionnaire (Please print or type clearly and have all paperwork completed and turned in no later than May 10, 2017) CBU Cheer firmly believes that the success of the program is truly a blessing from the Lord, and while there are believers and non-believers alike in the program, the foundation of the program is Jesus Christ. All incoming athletes most know and be comfortable with a Christ centered atmosphere with daily prayer and weekly devotions. Briefly describe your religious background whether extensive, brand new, or just open minded. Why do you want to become a member of the CBU Cheer Program? Due to unforeseen circumstances after tryouts, some athletes are not able to join the CBU cheer program in the fall. If not chosen for the program during the initial tryout, would you like to be put on the call back list and contacted if a spot on the team opens up (circle one)? YES NO What has been your greatest accomplishment to date and why? What do you think you can bring to the program? What are your three biggest weaknesses and how do you plan on turning those into strengths? What qualities do you think are important in a good teammate? What do you think are the most important factors that determine a squad s success? Please rank the following in order of importance (1 being most important 12 being least important): Social Life Athletic Events Family Team Bonding Fund Raising Class/Studying Jesus Christ Work Cheerleading Functions Community Service National Competition School Spirit Below is for our research only. This will not affect your placement in the program. Please circle one choice below: If I do NOT make the CBU cheer team, I will NOT attend school at CBU. If I do NOT make the CBU cheer team, I will still attend school at CBU.
CBU Cheer 2017-2018 Team Placement Agreement Please read thru the following document very carefully. Make sure you understand fully and completely before signing at the bottom. Athlete Name (please print clearly): 1. I understand that I am trying out for a position in the CBU cheer program as a whole. I am not trying out for a specific team. 2. I understand that there are two teams in the CBU cheer program (a game/exhibition team and a competition team) and both teams are equally important, both teams train at an elite level, and both teams require a considerable amount of time. 3. I understand that team placements are not decided until the end of summer which allows the coaching staff time to work with each individual athlete before making a decision about where they would be best suited in the program. 4. I understand that, regardless of my past experience, the coaching staff will use me in the CBU cheer program the way they feel will best advance the CBU cheer teams and most benefit the program. 5. I understand that my team placement may be changed throughout the year if the coaches feel that I would be better suited on a different team than where I am originally placed. 6. I understand that if I am a returning athlete, my team placement may not be the same as my team placement in the previous season. 7. I understand that if I am a recruited athlete or an athlete that has signed or committed to CBU cheer pretryouts, that I am not guaranteed a position on a specific team. I am only guaranteed a position in the program. In regards to the game/exhibition team (Team Gold The Golden Girls) I understand that Team Gold is not a sideline cheer team. I understand that Team Gold is expected to train approximately 10 hours per week and will participate in special events, school rally s, game performances, off campus showcase performances, competition exhibitions and other various activities throughout the season. I understand that Gold team members will have events and commitments on the weekends as well as the weekdays. Gold team members will be expected to train elite, college level skills in tumbling, stunts, jumps and dance. In regards to the competition team (Team Blue The Blue Crew) I understand that Team Blue is not a competition exclusive team. I understand that Team Blue is expected to train approximately 10 hours per week and will participate in special events, school rally s, game crowd involvement, off campus showcase performances, competition performances and other various activities throughout the season. I understand that Blue team members will have events and commitments on the weekends as well as the weekdays. I understand that Blue team members will not be given days off for spring break during the second semester. Blue team members will be expected to train elite, college level skills in tumbling, stunts, jumps and dance. Please circle one choice below: I will accept a position in the CBU cheer program on EITHER team. Please circle one choice below: I will accept a position in the CBU cheer program in ANY stunt position. I will only accept a position in the CBU cheer program as a FLYER in stunts. I will only accept a position in the CBU cheer program on the GAME team. I will only accept a position in the CBU cheer program as a BASE in stunts. I will only accept a position in the CBU cheer program on the COMPETITION team. I will only accept a position in the CBU cheer program as a BACK SPOT in stunts. Athlete Signature Date
ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION/TRYOUT WAIVER/COVENANT NOT TO SUE/ ASSUMPTION OF RISK I, the undersigned, hereby acknowledge that participation in athletic activities involves an inherent risk of physical injury. The undersigned hereby agrees, for the sole consideration of California Baptist University allowing the undersigned to participate in athletic activities for which or in connection with the college sponsored or made available any equipment, facilities, grounds, or personnel for such activities or to the undersigned while participating in any such programs or activities, the undersigned does hereby release and forever discharge California Baptist University, its members officially and individually, and its officers, agents, and employees of any and all claims, demands, rights, and causes of action of whatever kind or nature, arising from any injuries, damage to property, and the consequences thereof, including death, resulting from my participation in any way connected with such athletic activities. Further, in consideration of being allowed to participate in a sport tryout and/or any other related events and activities athletics program at California Baptist University, the undersigned: a. Represents that s/he have not participated in more than one tryout per institution per sport; b. Understands their participation is being granted based upon having passed a medical examination or evaluation administered or supervised by a physician (e.g., family physician, team physician) and that the examination or evaluation was administered within six (6) months prior to participating in the tryout; c. Acknowledges that since the date of this physical examination s/he is not currently under any restricted physician care for a new injury or medical condition that could lead to injury. (If a new injury or medical issue which affects athletic performance has been sustained or if s/he is currently under the care of a physician for any medical condition or injury, please check this box [ ]. If box is checked, an appropriate note from the treating physician indicating diagnosis and appropriateness of sports participation must be provided with this release in order to proceed with a tryout). d. Acknowledges and fully understands that s/he will be engaging in activities that involve risk of potential serious injury including but not limited to, possible permanent disability or death, possible severe social and economic losses which might result not only from my actions, inactions or negligence, but the actions or negligence of others, the rules of play or condition of the premises or of any equipment used; e. Understands that s/he is responsible through personal resources or appropriate insurance coverage for any medical costs incurred respective to all the foregoing risk and accepts responsibility for any and all damages resulting from or as a consequence of participation in this tryout opportunity; Therefore, in consideration of the opportunity to participate in this tryout activity, the undersigned: a. Voluntarily and freely assumes all risks of loss, damage, illness, injury or death that may be sustained from participation in University or athletic activities; b. Covenants to refrain from instituting any claim, demand or cause of action for damages, costs of medical expense or other compensation against California Baptist University, the Department of Athletics and their officers, agents or employees and agrees to release and hold them harmless from any and all liability to s/he, their heirs, or next of kin, as a result of s/he s participation in any University activities; c. Has read and understands the content of this waiver release and signs voluntarily. I, the undersigned, acknowledge that I am at least 18 years of age; OR IF UNDER 18, must have signed permission below from my custodial parent to participate in this tryout. Student Athlete: Print name Signature Date: Athlete Phone Number: Parent/Guardian: Print Name (If student is under 18) Signature
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CALIFORNIA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY SPORTS MEDICINE Sickle Cell Trait Testing Waiver Form About Sickle Cell Trait: - Sickle cell trait is an inherited condition of the oxygen-carrying protein, hemoglobin, in the red blood cells. - Sickle cell trait is a common condition (affects approximately 3 Million Americans). - Although Sickle cell trait is most predominant in African-Americans and those of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Indian, Caribbean, and South and Central American ancestry, persons of all races and ancestry may test positive for sickle cell trait. - Sickle cell trait is not a disease but a life-long condition that will not change over time. - Sickle cell trait is usually benign, but during intense, sustained exercise, hypoxia (lack of oxygen) in the muscles may cause sickling of red blood cells (red blood cells changing from a normal disc shape to a crescent or sickle shape), which can accumulate in the bloodstream and logjam blood vessels, leading to collapse from the rapid breakdown of muscles starved of blood. Sickle Cell Trait Testing: - The NCAA mandates that all NCAA student-athletes have knowledge of their sickle cell trait status before the student-athlete participates in any intercollegiate athletics event, including strength and conditioning sessions, practices, competitions, etc. The term student-athlete includes new and continuing student athletes as well as students trying out for a team. - The California Baptist University Athletic Department offers sickle cell trait screening in the form of a blood test to all student-athletes as part of the pre-participation physical examination process. - Testing will be conducted at the California Baptist University Health Center and/or other designated laboratory facility and results will be reported to a California Baptist University Team Physician. SICKLE CELL TRAIT TESTING WAIVER I,(athlete name), understand and acknowledge that the NCAA and the California Baptist University Athletics Department mandates that all student-athletes have knowledge of their sickle cell trait status. I understand that knowledge about sickle cell trait enables a student-athlete and their coach to manage the implications of having it which is why the NCAA requirement is for my benefit. Additionally, I have read and fully understand the aforementioned facts about sickle cell trait and sickle cell trait testing. Recognizing that my true physical condition is dependent upon an accurate medical history and a full disclosure of any symptoms, complaints, prior injuries, ailments, and/or disabilities experienced, I hereby affirm that I have fully disclosed in writing any prior medical history and/or knowledge of sickle cell trait status to California Baptist University medical personnel. I understand and accept the possibility that I may have sickle cell trait, but DECLINE sickle cell trait testing as part of my pre- participation physical examination and to the fullest extent allowed by law, I voluntarily agree to the fullest extent allowed by law to release, discharge, indemnify and hold harmless, California Baptist University, its officers, employees and agents from any and all costs, liabilities, expenses, claims, demands, or causes of action on account of any loss or personal injury that mig ht result from my non-compliance with the mandate of the NCAA and the California Baptist University Athletics Department. Additionally, I understand that were I to consent to be tested, the results would not affect my status as a student-athlete or position on team. I have read and signed this document with full knowledge of its significance. I further state that I am at least 18 years of age and competent to sign this waiver. Student Athlete Signature Sport Parent/Guardian Signature (if under 18 years of age) Date ID# Date Parent/Guardian Print Name Witness Date