Dates Set for DePaul Cheer Prep Clinic and Auditions

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Auditions for the 2025-2026 DePaul Cheer Team are set for Saturday, May 10, at McGrath-Philips Arena.

Members of the cheer team support DePaul Athletics at home volleyball, men's and women's basketball games, in addition to competing nationally at NCA in Daytona. Select team members will also travel to the BIG EAST Men's and Women's Basketball Championships, as well as any NCAA Tournament games.

Auditions for the cheer team will take place at 9 AM, with registration beginning at 8:30 AM. Proper identification and insurance cards are required at check-in.

Tryouts will consist of:

GAME DAY CHEER TECHNIQUE - looking for sharp motions, attention to details, vocals, and energy)
MOTION TECHNIQUE / FIGHT SONG ROUTINE - looking for sharp motions, attention to details, jumps, and energy
TUMBLING: Standing Tumbling (Back Handspring / Back Tuck ), Running Tumbling (Layouts, Fulls, Specialty Passes – do your strongest pass – Minimum of a ROBH)
JUMPS: Toe Touch Jump, Front Hurdler, Combination Jump (three in a row / ex: right hurdler, toe touch, left hurdler)
STUNTING: Basic knowledge and skill is desired but we also look for potential to teach. All intermediate skills should be known.

If there is one category, you're not strong in, but are strong in others, this will hold weight! We look for potential and the ability to learn.

Individuals interested in auditioning can register HERE.  You can also contact Spirit Director Shanon Lersch at slersch@depaul.edu to receive an audition packet.

Collegiate Prep Clinics
Interested individuals are also invited to attend either (or both) of our college prep clinics on Friday, April 25, from 6-9 PM and Saturday, April 26 from 4-7 PM.

Prep clinics will include collegiate-level instruction and participants will learn material needed for tryouts on May 10.    You will also receive 1:1 time with cheerleaders and coaches so you can learn more about our cheer program and DePaul University.

You can register for the prep clinics here.

Dates Set for DePaul Cheer Prep Clinic and Auditions

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