Tryout Tips!
- Dress neatly- no baggy clothes, hair pulled back
- Try to dress in the school colors
- Don't overdo the make-up- you are going for the natural look
- Don't swear- you are trying to be wholesome, remember?
- Bring a tape to tape music or words for practicing later
- Bring paper and pen to take notes or information about the tryout
- Try to pick up the routine as quickly as possible
- SMILE! You perform how you practice!
- Get together with other candidates for extra practice sessions
- Practice until you feel comfortable and confident BUT don't overstress or overpractice- it takes a toll both emotionally and physically
- Practice in front of a mirror
- Make sure you look up at the crowd, not down or at someone else
- Smile!
- Don't try to tumble if you are not a good tumbler
- Be loud, clear and concise
- Yell from your diaphagm
- Make sure you show spirit, yell phrases like 'GO BIG BLUE!' and 'LET'S GO TROJANS!'
- Some judges take off points for yelling, 'WOOO!'
- Look happy and self confident
- Drink lots of water beforehand
- Remember to keep your moves sharp
- Practice your jumps, make them clean and sharp
- Just go out there and let them see you're having fun!