Submitting a Video for Bucknell Tryouts ’16 -‘17
Details: Bucknell Cheerleading will allow freshmen and transfer students to tryout through taped
tryout submissions.( please submit a copy of acceptance letter
All videos must be received by Sat May 21st. Team will be announced by June11th!
The Video tryout is based on 100 points
Introduction=15(sell yourself!)
Cheer- 20 points(motions, voice and presentation) Dance-10 points(presentation, technique) Jumps -10 points
Required Stunts = 10 females, 20 males
Optional Stunt = 5 points max
Tumbling = 5 standing, 5 Running
Overall Appearance, confidence, Spirit = 15
Letter of Recommendation = 5
Introduction(15 points): Do a brief introduction on the tape. Include your name, city and state, and
cheer or gymnastics experience, and current stunt position, as well as, previous positions. Describe yourself as
a stunter in two adjectives. Also, what is your favorite aspect of cheerleading?
Cheer(20 points): Complete a chant (sideline) of your choice as if you were at a game.
Dance(10 points): Females only: A short dance segment of your choice. Should be moderate to
advanced in difficulty, incorporating fast motion sequences. Minimum: 3-4 eight counts
long. (a segment of group dance please make us aware of which one you are)
Jumps(10 points):Toe touch and pike
Stunting
Group stunt: (each worth 5 points)
Liberty with straight cradle,
extension/full with straight cradle.
Coed partner stunt: Walk-in Hands, Walk-in Chair.
If you don't have the minimums, do the most advanced stunt you have.
Optional Stunt: 3 points(may be shown in conjunction with required stunts)
~ 1/2 up, retake, reload, etc. +1
~ heel stretch, scorpion, arabesque, etc +1
~ twist cradle, toe touch cradle +1
double down, 360, inverted stunt transition +2
Tumbling(10 points):
Tumbling is not mandatory, but is counted on score sheet
Standing- BHS=3pts, BT=5pts
Running- RO BHS= 2pts, RO BHS Series=3pts, RO BHS BT=4 pts, RO BHS Layout or Full=5pts
Spirit, Confidence & Appearance(15 points): You are trying out for college cheerleading, not an all-star
group
or high school team. Extreme over exaggeration of motions or facials is not desired. Judging on-Personality &
Enthusiasm, Projection, Athleticism, Effectiveness, College Appearance
Letter of Recommendation(5 points): Letter of recommendation from a teacher or coach
Information:
Submit a DVD. After you mail your video, please email me ([email protected] ) so I know that is on the
way. I don't expect professional quality; mom's home video is fine. (I really enjoyed seeing falls with good
catching and spotting and then seeing the stunt hit in one of my current squad member’s video. Good spotting
is very important on our team!)
Mail tapes and Information Sheet to: Coach Megan Lindner
212 North Front Street
Lewisburg, Pa 17837
If you do not make the team at this time, please tryout again in the fall, when we fill remaining spots.
If you make the team you are required to attend cheer camp prior to the start of classes (Aug 8-13)
BUCKNELL CHEER TEAM INFORMATION SHEET
Name: _________________________________
Parent’s/ Guardian’s Names: ______________________
Home Address: _____________________
City: ________________ State: _____ Zip: _________
Home Phone Number: ________________
Cell Phone Number: _________________
E-Mail_________________________
Parent’s Email__________________
College class of: ___________
Current Grade Point Average: ________
Height: __________
Shoe Size:
____
Bodysuit Size: ____
Brief Size:
Weight: _________
Shirt Size:
____
Short Size: _____
Skirt Size: ______
Sweatshirt Size: ____
___
Shell Size: __________
Cheerleading Experience
Number of Years Cheered: ____
Stunting Position:
Signature Stunting Skill: ______________________
____ Back ____Main
______Side
_____Flyer
_____None
Gymnastic Experience
Number of Years Gymnastics: ____
Signature Tumbling Skill: ______________________
Tumbling Skills (un-spotted):
_______Round off
________ Standing BHS
________Back Walkover
______ Standing Back Tuck ________ RO BHS Series ________ RO BHS BT
_______ Front Handspring
________ Front Walkover ________ Other___________
Personal Information
Will you have or do you have a job? ______ Are they flexible with cheer schedule? ____
What would you say is your strongest area for cheerleading? (Pick one)
_______Stunting/Strength
________Cheer/Motions ________Jumps _______Dance ________Gymnastics
________ Leadership
_______Learning New Material
_______Creating New Material
Bucknell Cheerleading Try-out Waiver for Insurance
The Athleticism of cheerleading has obvious risks. I am aware of the risks involved with stunting, gymnastics,
and cheerleading. I will take all of the necessary precautions of warming up and stretching before participating
in the Bucknell University Cheerleading Try-outs..
If an accident should occur, I ______________________________, will take full responsibility for any medical
supervision or care that may be necessary. Waiver of
I, ____________________________, will not
hold Bucknell University or the Bucknell University Cheerleading Team or Coach responsible for any financial
compensation due to an injury incurred during the Bucknell University Cheerleading Try-outs. Further, I will
follow the rules governing the current Bucknell Cheerleading Squad in that I will not consume any alcoholic
beverages or non- therapeutic drugs on the day of this event.
I have read the above information in its entirety. I understand that Bucknell University and the Bucknell
University Cheerleading Squad are not liable for any injuries sustained in this event. I hereby give my consent
to participate in the Bucknell Cheerleading Try-outs.
Insurance
Name of Insurance Company_____________________________________________
Insurance Policy Number________________________________________________
By Signing Below, I certify that I am covered by the above listed insurance company and understand and agree to all terms as set
forth above.
Participant’s Name
Participant’s Signature
Parent’s Names (if participant is under 18)
Parent’s Signature (if participant is under 18)
Parent’s Phone
Emergency Contact
Relation
Phone Number
Witness Signature__________________________________________________
Today’s Date______________________________________________________
Medications
Medical Conditions