I am so happy that you are considering trying out for Hillcrest Cheerleading.
Unfortunately, there are many things that go along with being a cheerleader that
people do not consider before they try out. I want you to be aware of all of the
commitments before you try out. The bullet points below have important information
to consider.
 Our season is very long! The season begins in April 2015 and goes until March
2016.
 During the summer, we practice three days a week from 1:30-3:30. These practices
are not optional! If you miss more than three summer practices, you will no longer be
on the team.
 During the school year, we practice four days during the week from 3:30-5:30. We
will also have Saturday morning practices once we begin preparing for competition.
 We compete in 5-6 competitions during the months of December and January.
These competitions take place ALL DAY on either Saturday or Sunday.
 Cheerleading is a very expensive sport. For a new cheerleader, you will pay
approximately $515 and for a cheerleader who has previously been on the team you
will pay $365.
 Fundraising is MANDATORY! We do many fundraisers during the year to help pay
for choreographers, tumbling, and other items the cheerleaders may need. If you do
not do a fundraiser, you are still REQUIRED to pay the amount of the fundraiser. Ex:
Each carwash you must sell 8 tickets at $5, if you do not sell the tickets, you still
need to pay $40.
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Cheerleading Camp: Camps are a great way to get the girls ready for the upcoming
season. We will have a MANDATORY cheerleading camp June 25th, 26th, 27th and
28th.
Tips for preparing for try outs for Hillcrest High School Cheerleading
Following is a list of things that can effect if you make a team and/or which team you make.
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Practice and practice perfectly. The only way to improve your ability is through lots of
practice. Practice your motions, your cheers, and your jumps and don't forget to
practice your facial expressions. Practice in front of a mirror or in front of other
people. Strive to make your techniques perfect. Mentally visualize yourself executing
everything perfectly.
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Practice your jumps every day until try outs (and after) – technique and height!
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Work on your flexibility – even if you are not a flyer, flexibility will help in all aspects
of cheerleading.
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Get plenty of sleep the night before.
Be confident. If you've practiced and worked hard up to this point, then you
should be ready. Believe in yourself.
Keep your hair away from your face.
Don't wear jewelry. Don't chew gum.
Take slow, deep breaths to calm and relax yourself.
Drink plenty of water.
Have a good attitude. Help others. Don't play around with your friends or talk too
much.
Smile. Smile. Smile.
Be peppy and energetic. Show your enthusiasm.
Use facial expressions.
Look up. Never look down or at the floor. Make eye contact with the judges.
Make your motions sharp and snappy. (tight – placement of motions – don’t
bring it there put it there)
Don't sing your cheers. Use a loud, clear voice. Be careful not to rush them.
Take your time.
Point your toes in jumps and tumbling.
Land with your feet together in jumps.
If you make a mistake, go on. Don't stop and stress over it. Use the opportunity
to show you can recover from a mistake.
Have fun and let it show.
Hillcrest High School * Cheerleading Tryouts
Tues. April 21, Wed. April 22 & Thurs. April 23
from 3:30-5:30 in the back gym
Coach Alisha Simms
Dear Cheer Parent/Guardian:
The Hillcrest High School Cheer Team will be having tryouts for the 2015-16 football, basketball and competitive
cheer seasons. Tryouts will be Tuesday – April 21, Wednesday – April 22 and Thursday – April 23. All tryouts will be
held at Hillcrest High School in the back gym. The list of those cheerleaders that make the team will be posted on
the Hillcrest web site on Wednesday evening following tryouts. Cheerleaders interested in being part of the Hillcrest
Cheer Team must attend all three days of tryouts and be willing to commit to the cheer season which extends from
April 2015 to March 2016. If interested please complete the bottom of this form and bring it with you to tryouts.
There will be a MANDATORY meeting for all of the cheerleaders and parents that make the team on Wednesday,
April 29h from 5:30 – 6:30 in room 143. There will also be a MANDATORY meeting for all cheerleaders that make
the team on Monday, April 27th at 3:30 in room 143.
Tryout Times:
Tuesday – April 21st
Wednesday – April 22nd
Thursday – April 23rd
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3:30 – 5:30 PM
3:30 – 5:30 PM
3:30 – they are done trying out
Tryout Location: Hillcrest High School Back Gym
Tryout Attire: Shorts and a t-shirt/tank top, gym shoes, hair tied back away from face and no jewelry of any kind
Any questions please contact: Coach Simms and ASimms@bhsd228.com
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Student’s Name
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I have knowledge and am aware that my child _____________________________ is participating in
the Hillcrest High School Cheerleading Tryouts. I give her permission to attend all three days of
tryouts – April 21, 22 & 23– at Hillcrest High School in the Back Gym.
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In Case of Emergency Please Contact the Following Person:
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