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Do you want to be a cheerleader? Cheerleaders pump up the crowd and rowdy up the players. They are admired by many little girls. Here are some tips to make your high school's cheer team.
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Be confident! Pretend you are the best girl or boy there and that there isn't a chance that you won't make it. The judges will notice and give you brownie points.
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Wear a school shirt, dance or athletic shorts, and cheer/tennis shoes. For your hair, pull it into a ponytail with a bow, leaving no bangs hanging out. Show your spirit by wearing your team colors. Your appearance should be very neat and clean.Advertisement
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Ask questions if you can't get part of the routine, if you are being taught one. Coaches will see that you aren't shy and you are a hard worker.
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Practice the routine, and ask older girls about their first try out experiences. Learn as much as you can. As a bonus, the coaches will love that you really really want this.
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Be very outgoing and talk to other girls trying out. The coach will see that you are confident and that your team matters to you.
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As you go into the tryout, yell your team's name with a lot of spirit. Jump up and down and do a high kick with a high V. Smile and show the coach that your routine is going to be awesome.
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If you mess up, don't stop! Just keep doing cheer moves. If you forget the routine, try to do some cheer jumps. Never make it apparent that you messed up.
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Before you find out if you make it, think positive as if your routine was picture perfect.
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Don't be discouraged if you don't make it.
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QuestionWhat's the number one thing to remember when I try out?Community AnswerAct like you're excited to be there. In cheer, you have to have spirit and coaches will notice if you don't have any enthusiasm.
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QuestionHow can I wow the judge with a cartwheel?Community AnswerPoint your toes and keep your legs straight. Most importantly, smile before and after you do it.
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QuestionHow do I get both splits and flips done in time before the cheer?Community AnswerPractice and stretch. Stretching is very important when it comes to cheering. Start to stretch anywhere from 3 - 4 weeks before cheer tryouts. The earlier, the better!
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Tips
- Make sure you look ready and have a lot of spirit. Be energetic and loud!Thanks
- Always smile! The more outgoing and energetic you are, the more you'll stick out to the coaches!Thanks
- Keep your feet pointed! Never ever flex your foot or feet during a jump or tumbling sequence. Not only does this look better, but it helps with technique as well.Thanks
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Warnings
- Make sure you are super tight when you do your cheers/chants.Thanks
- Have gobs of spirit going in and out and in between cheers but DO NOT say "whooo!" - the judges don't like it. Practice shouting your rally at home and make sure it's well thought out. Know what you're going to say and when to say it!Thanks
- Do not overdo on the make up. You'll be sweating it off anyway!Thanks
- If you know at try outs you know they are going to ask you to do a tumble routine try going to a cheer clinic or gymnastic clinic you will probably need to know how to do a back handspring and front handspring with and with out round-off.Thanks
- If you are a veteran, avoid showing off in front of the newbies. Try to help them (the coach will give you designated time to practice your more advanced skills).Thanks
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