2015-2016 Fairhope Middle School
Cheerleading Tryout Application
Participant:
Email:
Phone/Cell:
Parent/Guardian:
Email:
Emergency Contact:
Phone/Cell:
Phone/Cell:
Current school: (circle) Fairhope Middle / Fairhope Intermediate / J. Larry Newton
Current Teachers: Homeroom
All other teachers including PE, GT, Enrichment):
The following items are due to Mrs. Lanicek no later than 3:00PM on Friday, February 27th. NO EXCEPTIONS.
______Try-out Fee $25.00 (nonrefundable), Cash or Check- payable to FMS. Please include phone #.
______Cheerleading Try-Out Application (this sheet)
______ Parental Permission Form (parent & student signature)
______ Preparticipation Physical Evaluation Form (physician, parent & student signature)
______ Insurance Waiver Form (parent & student signature)
DO NOT COMPLETE:
Grades/GPA:
Total______
Discipline:
Absences: EX_____ UN_____
Parental Permission for Cheerleading
If selected, my child,___________________________________, has my permission to be a cheerleader
at Fairhope Middle School if she is selected. I understand that she must abide by the rules and regulations
set forth by the coaches and the principal of Fairhope Middle School. I understand that my child and at
least one parent/guardian must attend the Try-out meeting on Thursday, February 12, 2015 @ 6:00 and
that ALL required forms must be turned in by February 27th or my child will not be allowed to try out for
cheerleading. I understand that my child must attend the Try-out Clinic to be considered for a position on
the squad.
 I understand that qualified judges will evaluate my daughter, and we agree to abide by the
decision of the judges.
 I understand the financial obligations involved if my child is selected to the squad.
 I understand the very nature of the activity; cheerleading and gymnastics carry a risk of physical
injury. No matter how careful the participant and the coach are, how many spotters are used, or
what landing surface is used, the risk cannot be eliminated. I understand the risk and will not
hold Fairhope Middle School or any of its personnel responsible in the case of accident or injury
at any time.
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date:
I am interested in being a cheerleader at Fairhope Middle School. I understand the risks stated above. If
selected, I promise to abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the coaches and the principal of
Fairhope Middle School. I promise to cooperate and follow the instructions of the cheerleading coaches
and captains and be present for all cheerleading activities.
Student Signature:
Date: ____________
Please review the 2015-2016 FMS Cheering Guidelines on the FMS website
fairhopems.com
2015-2016 FMS Cheer Try-Out Clinic/Try-out Information
Cheer Clinic: Monday, March 9 - Thursday, March 12- 4:00-5:30 @ FMS Gym
Over the course of 4 days, you will learn the jumps, cheer, and dance that you will perform at try-outs. You will receive the
dance music via email after the 1st day of clinic so that you can practice at home.
Cheer Clinic Attire
-Any athletic style top/t-shirt (no midriffs) and any athletic shorts
-Appropriate tennis shoes with no show socks
-Hair in a neat pony tail- no ribbons
-No jewelry
Requirements/Percentages for Try-outs:
During the 4-day cheer clinic, you will learn a cheer, jumps, spirit and a dance routine. On the day of try-outs, you will
perform those skills and be evaluated by 3 judges. School attendance, teacher recommendations and discipline will also be
considered.
15% Tumbling- Running (5%) /Standing (10%)
20% Jumps-Toe touch & Front Hurdler
20% Group cheer
20% Dance
15% Overall Effectiveness(Motions/Spirit/Voice)
10% Teacher Evaluations, Discipline, Attendance
Tryout Attire
-White athletic style tank top (no midriffs) and Black athletic style shorts (Reasonable length)
-Appropriate tennis shoes with no show socks
-Hair in a neat pony tail- no ribbons
-No jewelry
Reminders for clinic & try-out:
 Be on time & prepared
 No cell phones
 Bring bottled water
 No parents please
 Bring a positive attitude!
Financial Obligations-if selected for the 15-16 FMS Cheer Squad
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$200 will be due at Uniform/CampWear fitting (April 14th)
$65 per month- Squad Tumbling- not paid through school account
The following is an ESTIMATE of the cost that will occur with cheerleading. Fundraising opportunities will be
available, but may not cover the entire balance.
Choreography & Music
$115
UCA Summer Camp
$400
Uniform rental fee
$100
Campwear, shoes, bows, poms, warm-ups, bag, etc.
$635
Squad support: supplies, filler uniforms, etc.
$150
$1400 estimate
Important Tryout Dates
Event
Day
Date
Time
Place
Mandatory
Parent Meeting
Paperwork Due
Mandatory
Try Out Clinic
Tryouts
Thursday
February 12
6:00PM
FMS
Cafetorium
FMS Office
FMS Gym
Friday
Mon, Tues, Wed,
Thurs
Saturday
February 27
March 9-12
By 3:00
4:00-5:30
March 14
FMS Gym
Online Posting
Saturday
March 14
8:30-11:00
Specific time
TBA
Approx 11:30
Uniform &
CampWear
Fitting
Saturday
March 14
12:00-until
FMS Gym
FMS Website
Attention Parents:
The Thursday, February 27th meeting @ 6:00 is mandatory.
A parent AND the prospective cheerleader must BOTH attend or
your student will not be allowed to try-out.
Check your calendars!
If your daughter is selected, the following practice/camp dates will be mandatory- no exceptions.
Event
Day
After school
Practice
Squad Tumbling
Every Wednesday
HomePom
Choreography
Pre-Camp
“BootCamp”
UCA Cheer
Camp
Date
Time
Place
May 6, 13, 20
August 19- Jan 27
May 5- May 26
Aug 4-Jan 26, 2016
3:30-5:00
FMS GYM
3:45-5:00
Next Level
Tumbling
Tuesday
Saturday
March 31, April 14,21,28
May 2nd or 9th TBA
3:45-5:00 Next Level
9:00-11:00 Tumbling
Saturday
Sunday
Wednesday-Saturday
June 13
June 14
June 17-20
8:00-12:00 FMS Gym
1:00-5:00
NA
Auburn
University
Every Tuesday
(June, July & All
school holidays off)
Please contact Kelly Lanicek (klanicek@bcbe.org) or Ashley Lathan (alathan@bcbe.org) if you
have questions or need clarification.