Washburn University Cheer - Official

This is the official page for the Washburn University Cheerleaders. WU Cheer is under the direction of Coach Sherry Newell.

Our Cheer team is co-ed and strives to achieve a standard of excellence and professionalism both in our education and in our performance. We enjoy the opportunities that we have to be ambassadors for our university and the ability to enhance the game day atmosphere. For questions, email: [email protected]

03/31/2017

Tryouts are quickly approaching! Make sure to get your packets turned in on time! Contact Coach Newell ([email protected]) for more information.

Photos from Washburn University Cheer - Official's post 02/20/2017

A huge congratulations to our Yell leader, David M, for making the cut and becoming a UCA staff member!!! We are so proud of the progress he has made in order to accomplish this goal!

02/01/2017

Washburn University Cheerleading Tryouts 2017

2017-2018 squad Tryout Dates: April 22-23, 2017.
You must attend both days in order to be considered for squad placement.

Coed: up to 8 Men, 8 Women All-Girl: up to 16 Women

Minimum Tryout Requirements:
You must turn in a completed tryout application packet by 3:00 pm April 21, 2017.
You must be admitted to Washburn University before tryouts begin.
You must earn and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA.
You must be able to run a mile in less than 10 minutes.
Attitude is a BIG deal for all team members! In general, we look for the following:

MEN:
Great attitude and leadership
Well-groomed and physically fit
Good motion technique
Tumbling is encouraged but not required
Extension, Liberty, Arabesque, Cupie

Freshman/1st year Men:
Good character and confidence
Well-groomed and physically fit
Tumbling is encouraged, not required
Athletic ability and potential for stunting

WOMEN:
Great attitude and leadership
Well-groomed and toned physique
Excellent cheer basics technique
Standing Back Handspring & Round-off BHS
Extension, liberty, Arabesque, Cupie

Freshman/1st year Women:
Good character and confidence
Well-groomed and physically fit
Excellent cheer basics
Ability to learn
Potential for tumbling and stunting

Tryout Preparation:
• Be in the best shape of your life! Strength, flexibility, character, academics and general health.
• Continue to work hard at improving your stunting, tumbling, and basic cheer skills. If you live close enough, you may be able to set up private lessons with one of our team members. If not, look for a gym near you that you could possibly take lessons from.
• Work on your personal leadership skills and do well in your academics.
• All candidates MUST fill out and turn in a Tryout Application Packet by 3:00 pm on Friday, April 21, 2017.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE: WUSPORTS.COM, FOR APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS!
(Go to “Inside Athletics” for Cheer Team)

What to Wear at Tryouts:
• Ladies wear a sports bra and/or fitted tank top in Washburn colors (navy blue, grey, white), spandex shorts, athletic shoes, no jewelry, hair pulled back out of your face.
• Men wear a plain T-shirt in Washburn colors (or a Washburn shirt), athletic shorts without pockets, and athletic shoes, no jewelry.

Part of your total score will be "Overall Image," so it's in your best interest to follow these guidelines and look game-ready.
Tryout Format:
Day 1 – Prelims
Check in begins at 8:30 am
* Check in will be at the main entrance to Lee Arena
Tryout begins at 9:00 am starting with a timed mile run (bring running shoes with you), followed by
tumbling, stunting and routine.
Done for the day by 3:00 pm (bring food for lunch with you)
Day 2 – Finals
Check in begins at 10:00 am
Tryout begins at 10:30 am with final stunting and routine warm ups.
**All flyers will fly on all bases/groups**
Short lunch break (bring food with you), then Final Judging starts at 1:30 pm
You may be asked to come back into the judges room; please do not leave until dismissed.

Posting of results:
Results will be posted on the Washburn University Cheer website and our page: Washburn University Cheer – Official, no later than 5:00 pm the following Monday.

Our entire squad (Coed & All-Girl combined) cheers at:
• all home football games, men’s and women’s basketball games
• playoff games and tournaments as needed
• and will be asked to make public appearances throughout the year
Incentives for cheering for the Ichabods:
• Cheering for the Ichabods and representing Washburn University
• Custom Adidas practice apparel
• Uniforms, equipment, and team travel paid for
• Access to the Athletic weight room, strength and conditioning coach, Athletic Trainers and Team Doctors
• Scholarship awards based on coach’s selection and team size

Time Commitment:
• Over the summer, you are expected to follow the workout given to you by our staff and implement good nutritional habits.
• The following dates will be mandatory over the summer:
o May 30-June 3, 2017
o June 21-24, 2017
o July 10-12, 2017
We will have mandatory practices the week before classes begin. Days and times will be sent out by July.
• During the school year, we practice 3 days a week in the afternoon and have morning strength training 2-3 days a week. Official practice schedule will be sent out with the Welcome Packet after tryouts.
• Fundraising and promotional appearance opportunities come up throughout the year

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Is there a height or weight requirement?
A. No. We do not have any restrictions in regards to height and weight. However, you need to be healthy, fit, and able to maintain energy and stamina through a game day.
Q. Do I have to be a top girl?
A. No. We are always in need of strong female bases as well as strong flyers.
Q. If I don’t have all of the tumbling or stunting skills on the list, can I still tryout?
A. Yes! We have a few members on our team currently that were accepted for their strength in other areas. If you have a fantastic attitude and the ability to learn, there is a chance you could still make the team.
Q. How many people do you accept onto your team?
A. We will take up to 32 athletes’ total. We will fill positions to make the best possible team.
Q. Do you offer scholarships?
A. Yes. However, our budget for scholarships is not huge and amounts will depend on team needs and size. All returning team members receive the same amount. Amounts are changeable each year based on number of athletes returning and total team size.
Washburn University is a first-come-first-served institution when it comes to academic scholarships. Apply early! There are a lot of scholarships available through the university, you just need to apply. Talk to the department of your major and to the admissions office.

If you have any questions that were not answered above, please feel free to email me, Coach Newell, at: [email protected]
GO BODS!

01/23/2017

The spring youth clinic, and the January college prep clinic have been canceled. We will post new information later.

Timeline photos 11/08/2016

It's election day! Let your voice be heard; go vote!

Timeline photos 11/05/2016

Wanted: Fearless Flyers and BA Bases! Go BODS!

Photos from Washburn University Cheer - Official's post 10/30/2016

Final photos from Homecoming week!

Timeline photos 10/29/2016

If you're a happy {bod} and you know it, clap your hands. 💙🏈

Photos from Washburn University Cheer - Official's post 10/28/2016

Some photos of the week so far! Keep up the spirit and come Cheer on our Volleyball team tonight at 7 pm at Lee Arena!

Timeline photos 10/24/2016

Get excited, it's homecoming week! What a magical week to be a BOD 💙

Football game 10/15/2016 10/16/2016

Photos from the game :)

Timeline photos 10/14/2016

We have a College Prep Clinic for Coed training coming up in December! We will have one for All-girl training announced soon as well.

10/12/2016

Ladies: we are officially looking to recruit a few new coed Flyers! If you are interested, please contact Coach Newell at [email protected] for details and requirements.

Photos from Washburn University Cheer - Official's post 10/02/2016

A few pics from today's game.

Photos from Washburn University Cheer - Official's post 09/02/2016

Great night of football! Thank you to all the fans that came out to the game!

Timeline photos 08/18/2016

Cheer team veterans, helping you move in 6 boxes at a time :). Welcome home to Washburn University!

Roster Photo Shoot 2016-2017 08/14/2016

These photos turned out great! This team is so fun to work with :). We were missing one of our guys the day we took these, and one of our ladies during the group photos.

Timeline photos 06/19/2016

It's Washburn day at the K! Happy Father's day to all the Dads, we love you

Photos from Washburn University Cheer - Official's post 06/05/2016

Loving this new team! We just finished our first week of practices and already we're seeing exciting improvements :). A couple of our guys are missing from the photos. It was so good to have everyone together to work!

05/12/2016

We still have space available in our SUMMER SPIRIT CLINIC! Follow this link to all the details: http://wusports.com/documents/2016/5/5//Summer_Spirit_Camp_Info_packet_2016.pdf?id=2415

wusports.com

04/25/2016

Congratulations to the following new and returning team members! Welcome to Washburn University Cheer Team 2016-2017!!
Michaela A., Maranda B, Brianna B, David B, Cayanna C., Brittney C., Adriana C, December C, Caitlin F, Baylie G, Sydney H, David M, Allie M, Jaelyne R, Gabriela R, Madison T, Julia T, Victoria T, Nick V.

04/21/2016

Only 24 hours until tryout packets are due! You can always scan and email them to Coach Newell, [email protected] . Looking forward to seeing everyone at tryouts this weekend :)

Timeline photos 04/17/2016

Only 5 days left to get your tryout packets in!! The deadline is this Friday, April 22 at 3:00 pm. Check our website to make sure your packet is complete: http://wusports.com/sports/2013/5/16/General_0516135449.aspx?id=996

Photos from Washburn University Cheer - Official's post 04/14/2016

Beyond proud of this girl! Congrats to our soon-to-be-alumni, Brittany, on landing her first big kid job :). She will be a great teacher!

Timeline photos 04/10/2016

Tryouts packets are due in just 12 days!!! Check list is on our website. Get it in before April 22 at 3:00 pm!

Timeline photos 04/04/2016

Only 20 days left until final judging at tryouts!!!

03/17/2016

COUNTDOWN TO TRYOUTS!
Only 36 days left until tryouts and we wanted to remind you to start working on your tryout packets.; make sure to get them in before the deadline!! Email Coach Newell with any questions: [email protected]

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