2008-2009 SWHS Varsity Cheerleading Tryout Packet

LLMS Cheerkats Tryout Packet

Dear Prospective Cheerleader and Parents,

Thank you for your interest in trying out for the Lynn Lucas Middle School Cheerkats for the 2016-2017 season! This packet contains information on the tryout process as well as important paperwork that must be completed. Also included, is an outline of important dates and the estimated costs of the upcoming season.

Please be sure to do the following prior to tryouts:

Tryout Process Sheet: Review the outline of the tryout process. Sign the agreement stating that you understand the process and agree to the terms. Please bring this sheet with you on the first day of the tryout clinic.

Physician’s Statement: Have a doctor sign the consent sheet for participation. A physical is not necessary for the completion of the form unless requested by the physician. Please bring this sheet with you on the first day of the tryout clinic.

Tryouts Permission Slip: Parents or guardians must sign this form acknowledging that you will be trying out for cheerleading.

Teacher Recommendation Forms: Candidates must have 2 recommendation forms completed by March 7th. Only core subject teachers (math, reading, history, science) can complete the recommendation form.

On the day of the tryouts clinic and tryouts:

Be on time!

Wear sneakers, black/purple shorts, a black/purple t-shirt, and your hair pulled back, no (wispiness), bow is optional, and some make up for color.

No fake nails, no nail polish or long nails. This is a safety issue.

Bring your signed tryout process agreement form, your permissions slip, and the physicians form if necessary.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at [email protected]. See you at tryouts!

Best Wishes,

Coach McCrorey and Coach Baird Important Dates and Anticipated Cost

This information is important to review when considering trying out for the position of cheerleader at LLMS.

Important Dates: It is important for the cheerleader to be available on these dates. They are mandatory!

 Tryout Clinic: March 7 – 11 from 3 – 4 pm @ LLMS

 Tryouts: Friday, March 11 3PM – until completed

 Payments dates: March 21 – 1st payment due April 18 – 2nd payment due May 16 – total payment due

 CAMP – June 6-8 from 9 to 4 @ Woodlands Elite (Oak Ridge location)

 Practic e: Monday or Tuesday and Wednesday (dependent of football schedule) until 4:30.

 Season Costs: Each Cheerkat will be expected to attend weekly tumbling class at Majestic Gymnastics in Willis. This will cost $40 per month and include a $25 annual enrollment fee.

What to expect throughout the year – o Significant time commitment August – November o Around $600 for clothing and camp. This can be broken down into payments o We will be conducting fundraising events and each Cheerkat is required to collect $250 in sponsor money. o LOTS of parent involvement: Booster Club, Fundraising, active participation at all events, concession sales, carwash, etc. o Community Events – parades, festivals, etc.

Sample Clothing/Uniform Order – all Cheerkats will be required to purchase the clothing for practice and personal accessories for football uniform.

Item Price Size Total Team Shirt 1 $22 Team Shirt 2 $21 Practice Tank $18 Team Shorts (BLK) $11 Team Shorts (Pur) $11 Team Shorts (Grey) $11 2 Bows $20 Team Warm Ups $70 Top Bottoms Crop Top Sleeves $30 Bloomers $20 Sports Bra $16 Poms $35 Bag $35 Shoes $60 Total: $380 2015 Tryout Process:

The following information should be reviewed and signed by the participant and both parents to be returned the first day of the tryouts clinic.

 There will be a tryout clinic for anyone interested in joining the squad. At the clinic participants will be taught the dance, cheer, and other specifics which will be judged at the tryout. All days are mandatory for everyone. We will meet in the LLMS cafeteria.

 The tryouts will be held on Friday, March 11th in the LLMS gym. The duration of the tryouts will depend on the number of participants, and I will announce an approximation of how long they will last the day before. o Tryouts will be judged by 3 impartial persons hired to evaluate all candidates. o Up to 25 candidates and 2 managers will be chosen for the 2016-2017 squad. All decisions are final. o The scores will be totaled as soon as possible after tryouts and the team will be announced. Teacher recommendation scores will be counted as 30% of the total tryout score. o Note: During competition season there is a possible limit of participants per team for competition. The squad members who compete will be chosen by the coach based on ability, and necessity of positions (ie: flier, base etc.). All decisions will be made in the best interest of the entire team. All members of the team will, however, participate in all practices and learn the competition routine as they will be alternates should anyone not be able to compete for any reason such is injury or ineligibility. o In the event that more members are needed on the team later in the season more tryouts may be held. In order to be eligible to join the team at secondary tryouts all candidates must re-tryout. Scores from the initial tryouts will not help/hinder chances of making the team at secondary tryouts.

Candidates will be scored on jumps, cheer, and tumbling skills (Tumbling such as cartwheels, round offs, walkovers, and back handsprings can only help scores and will not hurt… They count as a bonus).

Please sign below if you understand the above process, and agree to abide by the decisions made by the judges, which are final.

______(Participant Signature) (Date)

______(Parent/Guardian Signature) (Date) PHYSICIAN'S STATEMENT

I hereby certify that is in good health and physically able to participate in:

( ) all sports, including contact sports

This certificate is valid for the 2016 school year unless voided by any serious injury or illness. I have listed below any known conditions, illnesses, allergies, or prior injuries which could affect participation in sports and/or medical treatment.

PHYSICIAN'S NAME (Please Print):

PHYSICIAN'S SIGNATURE:

DATE OF SIGNATURE:

STUDENT NAME Please Print

GRADE ______

SPORT- (fall)______

(winter)______

(spring)______Medical Release Form

Student Name: ______I certify that my child listed above is physically capable to fulfill requirements needed to perform the required skills as covered in cheerleading/tumbling. I understand that this from legally releases all obligations and responsibilities for the medical treatment of my child in the event of illness or injury during any gym or team related activity when a parent/guardian cannot be reached. If there is any physical or medical reason why he/she should not participate fully, The LLMS Cheerkats requires a doctor’s release. Furthermore, The LLMS Cheerkats are not liable for any injury incurred during cheerleading or tumbling classes/events. Parent(s) Signature: ______Date: ______Medical treatment permission form: In the event of an emergency occurring while my son/daughter is at Cheerkat practices, performances, Competitions, or trips, I grant my permission to The LLMS Cheerkats and its employees to take whatever action necessary. In the event that I cannot be reached, I hereby authorize The LLMS Cheerkats and/or it employees to give consent for my son/daughter, ______to receive medical treatment. Home Phone: ______work phone: ______Cell phone: ______Home Address: ______City, State, Zip:______Other Emergency contact: Name: ______Phone: ______Relation: ______Family Physician: ______Phone: ______Insurance Company: ______Policy #:______Parent Signature: ______Date: ______Medical Information: Heart condition/disease: yes no Asthma: yes no Diabetes: yes no Allergies: yes no If yes to any, please explain: ______Please indicate & explain if you give The LLMS Cheerkats coach permission to give your child headache medicine.(Example Junior Strength Motrin/Advil/Tylenol/Ibuprofen _____Yes _____No _____Please Initial Additional medical history that may be helpful. ______Information Sheet

Student Name______

Students Current Grade Level______

Student Cell Phone______

Students Birth date______

Parent/Guardians name______

Parent/Guardians Phone Number ______

Address______

Parent/Guardians E-mail Address______

Students E-mail Address______

Parents place of employment ______

Work Phone Number______

**IMPORTANT** ALL CHEERKATS MUST BE PASSING ALL CLASSES ON THE MOST RECENT REPORT CARD TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR TRYOUTS.

Important Dates and Info

February 29 – Mandatory Parent Meeting

**All paperwork is due on Monday, March 7 and will not be accepted late.**

March 7-11 - Tryout Clinic 3-4 pm

March 11 – Tryouts

**All new Cheerkats must be enrolled at Majestic Gymnastics by March 23. ** 309 W. Montgomery St , Willis, TX 77378 936.223.5987

March 21 – Parent Meeting and Clothing Sizing (1st payment due)

March 23 – 1st team practice at Majestic

March 28 – 1st school practice 3-4

April 18 – 2nd payment due

May 16 – 3rd payment due

Good luck at tryouts!