Tryouts are held over a 3 day period. Tryouts for the 2004-2005 squad will start Sunday, September 5th and end on Tuesday, September 7th. We will meet on the track.

Tryouts consist of two designated cheers, a short dance routine and various jumps. The first two days will be for learning and practice and the third day will be a try-out in pairs. It is recommended for you to work on your kicks and flexibility before the tryouts to avoid injury and to increase your chances of success. We are looking for a charismatic and energetic personality combined with a willingness to learn. Any stunting experience, or tumbling skill will increase your chances of becoming a part of the Cheer team. If you have an issue with any of the try-out times please contact Jessica at jwinthrop@oxy.edu so that she may try to work something out for you.

The costs of becoming an Oxy cheerleader are minimal. We drive to local games using the cheer squad funds. All the uniforms and warm ups are also paid for by the squad 's funds. Even the costs for the stunt and dance camp are provided. We are currently fundraising for tumbling classes and other extras that we hope to have next year.

The commitment is required but only consists of about six hours of practice a week and participation at all the games. The football games are once a week on Saturdays at either 1:00 or 7:00 PM. For the basketball schedule, the team rotate in groups of six, so each cheerleader will only have to commit to one game a week or less. There is mandatory off-season practice, as well as a private weekend camp soon after try-outs.

We do ask for full participation from every team member. In return for your commitment, we are willing to work out practice times to fit into everyone's schedules as well as possible.