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Del Sol Academy Cheer
Applicant Information Packet
Dear Applicant,
We are looking forward to seeing both new and returning faces on the squads of the Del Sol Academy
cheerleaders. This program has a growing tradition of success and we are looking forward to a great year!
Tryout time is exciting, but we need parent and student help to ensure that tryouts are safe and productive. Please pay
special attention to this information packet, as well as the tryout packet and Cheerleader Constitution.
Our goal is to develop each cheerleader to become a productive and successful citizen in society by utilizing teamwork,
sportsmanship, physical development, socialization skills, and critical thinking skills in a safe environment.
To be effective members of a team, cheerleaders must develop the time management skills needed to succeed in both
cheerleading and academics. Job schedules, social plans, driver training, and any other school activities shall not conflict
with practices, competitions, games, activities, fundraising events, etc. Each member of the squad depends fully on the
other members to participate in all scheduled activities.
Financial obligations are the responsibility of the cheerleader and family. Without financial help, the program would not
be what it is today. Fundraising is an incredibly important and required facet of the program and it helps to defray costs
for individual cheerleaders and their families.
Please fully discuss these considerations with your parents, evaluate your priorities, and if you consent, complete the
required paperwork and turn it in to Coach Saggio – Room 824 or Coach Diaz-Torres – Room 818. Make sure you have
submitted a completed athletic packet to the Athletics Office before tryouts. You must check-in prior to clinics and will
not be allowed to participate without a completed application packet and athletic packet. No one will be allowed to
tryout or participate without this extremely important paperwork.
If you have any questions that are not answered in this packet, please feel free to contact Coach Saggio at
[email protected] with your concerns. I will respond to you as soon as possible.
Thanks for your interest in the Cheer program, and best of luck to all who tryout!
Information Regarding Application Materials
Candidates will be required to turn in all of the paperwork from the Checklist no later than Wednesday, April 22nd to Ms.
Saggio – Room 824 or Coach Diaz-Torrez – Room 818. Candidates can receive help or have any questions answered by
emailing Coach Saggio beforehand.
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The “Cheer Info Card” must be completely filled out (#1 on Checklist)
A current photograph of the candidate should be submitted. Please keep photo to a maximum size of 4 x 6 in. Photo will not be
returned. (#2 on Checklist)
The Student and Parent Conduct Agreement must be signed and dated in all designated areas by the candidate and/or
parent/guardian. (#3 on Checklist)
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The Cheerleader Application Sheet must be completed. (#5 on Checklist)
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Copy of the Third Quarter Report Card (#6 on Checklist)
The Constitution Agreement Contract must be signed by both the candidate and his/her parent or guardian. Please be sure to
carefully read through the constitution prior to signing this page. (#7 on Checklist)
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A completed athletic packet, including physical, must be submitted to the Athletic Office by April 22nd , 2015
The athletic packet may be purchased at the parent meeting or from the Del Sol School Bank. The athletic packet
cost is $25. A physical must be completed by a certified physician in the athletic packet (#8 on Checklist)
Del Sol Cheer Tryout Agreement
It is essential that parents and students consider the many responsibilities of becoming a cheerleader before tryouts.
Cheerleading is a yearlong commitment, and must come before other extracurricular activities. If you plan on participating in other
extracurricular activities, or need to work, these activities must be planned around your cheer schedule. Another part of this
commitment includes maintaining a 2.0 or above grade point average and excellent attendance. Being a cheerleader requires many
hours of practice, and attendance at many athletic events throughout the year.
Individual financial obligations will vary depending on the uniform, fees, and accessories that need to be purchased. It is imperative
that cheerleaders’ individual accounts are kept current. Throughout the year there will be fundraisers to help pay individual and
group expenses. Parents agree to support fundraisers and understand that many of the activities are supported by volunteer efforts
so all parents must contribute time to the success of the program.
In addition to the above, Varsity must attend camp this summer. This is the time for teammates to get to know each other, bond,
and also, to learn the majority of material used throughout the school year. It is imperative that each member attends.
Additional requirements for Elite Team: Out-of-state competition travel, weekend competitions, evening practices. The Elite team
members will be expected to attend additional mandatory practices (tentatively held Monday and Wednesday evenings from 68pm). Members will demonstrate a heightened level of commitment both to the team and their school. Members should be able to
drive their own development both in organized practice and during their free time by seeking out additional opportunities where
available. Members will also be expected to attend additional fundraising efforts to forego costs of competition. When traveling
members will represent DSA with excellent character and integrity and will set an example for other members of the DSA cheer
family.
2015-2016 DEL SOL ACADEMY
JV, VARSITY and ELITE CHEER TEAMS
Tentative Important Dates & Events
April 8
Mandatory Parent Meeting @6pm
April 22
Tryout Application Deadline!!!!
April 27-May 8
Tryout Clinics @ DSA 2:45pm-5pm
May 8
By 7pm, results posted at www.DelSolCheer.weebly.com
May 13
Uniform Fitting @ DSA Room 200 @ 2:45pm
May 15
First Payment DUE $250.00
May 16
Team Car Wash Fundraiser!
May 18-22
Team Bonding Week @ DSA 2:45-4:00pm
May 22
Color Run Fundraiser!
June
Summer Break
July 6-28
Summer Practice @ DSA, time TBA
July 10
Team Car Wash Fundraiser! (There will be one more in August!)
July 30-Aug 2
Mandatory Cheer Camp @ Lake Las Vegas (Varsity)
Aug 4-22
Summer Practices @ DSA, time TBA (tentative 8-11am)
School Year Begins
Practices Daily @ DSA
**August will be a very busy month for the teams. Please do not schedule vacations during this month if at
all possible. Team pictures, football pictures, Elite team competition choreography, double days, and
fundraising will also be in August. Dates TBA.
CHEER COSTS
Each cheerleader will be responsible for all costs associated with being a member of the cheerleading squad. The costs listed are
approximate. Elite Team costs do not include Competition Expenses. The Teams will be completing fundraisers BEFORE and DURING
the summer to work off individual balances. Whatever amount is not “worked-off” through fundraising is the responsibility of the
individual team member. A payment schedule with all applicable due dates has been provided.
NEW JV CHEERLEADER
Uniform
Costs
- Shell, Skirt, Bodyliner
$167.50
- Brief
$20.95
- Shoes
$65.00
Accessories
- 3 Custom Bows
$21.95
- Cheer Bag
$36.95
Practice Wear
- 3 Shorts
$28.00
- 3 Shirts
$25.00
Warm Ups
- Jacket and Pants
Camp (Optional)
- 4 Days July 30 – Aug 2
TOTAL $365.35
Optional
Costs
+ $133.75
+ $355.00
=($854.41)
NEW VARSITY CHEERLEADER
Uniform
Costs
Optional
- Shell
$77.95
Costs
- Skirt
$70.95
- Bodyliner with Name
$84.95
- Brief
$20.95
- Shoes
$65.00
Accessories
- 3 Custom Bows
$21.95
- Cheer Bag
$36.95
Practice Wear
- 3 Shorts
$28.00
- 3 Shirts
$25.00
Warm Ups
- Jacket and Pants
+$133.70
Camp
4 Days July 30 – Aug 2
$355.00
TOTAL $786.70 =($920.40)
Payment Due Date
Payment # 1 May 15, 2014
JV Amount
TOTAL
$150
$263.40
Optional
Costs
+ $133.75
+ $355.00
=($752.15)
RETURNING VARSITY CHEERLEADER
Uniform
Costs
Optional
- Shell from last year
-Costs
- Skirt
$70.95
Bodyliner from last year
-- Brief
$20.95
- Shoes
-Accessories
- 3 Custom Bows
$21.95
- Cheer Bag from last year
-Practice Wear
- 3 Shorts
$28.00
- 3 Shirts
$25.00
Warm Ups
- Jacket and Pants
+$133.70
Camp
- 4 Days July 30 – Aug 2
$355.00
TOTAL $521.85 =($655.55)
Varsity Amount
Not Attending Camp: $150
Attending Camp: $250
Payment # 2 May 29, 2014
RETURNING JV CHEERLEADER
Uniform
Costs
- Shell, Skirt, Bodyliner
$167.50
- Brief
$20.95
Keep Shoes from last year
-Accessories
- 3 Custom Bows
$21.95
Keep Cheer Bag from last year
-Practice Wear
- 3 Shorts
$28.00
- 3 Shirts
$25.00
Warm Ups
- Jacket and Pants
Camp (Optional)
- 4 Days July 30 – Aug 2
$250
$250
Payment # 3 June 17, 2014
$150
$150
Payment # 4 July 17, 2014
Warm Up Order
Warm Up Order
$150
$150
Payment #5 August 17, 2014
Remaining
Balance
Remaining
Balance
ELITE COSTS
- Tumbling Class Membership
- $50 a month
- 2 hour practice 1x week
- Competition Registration Fees
- Ranging $25-50
- Out of State Travel expenses
- Estimated $350.00
**Fundraising will help these costs
Tryout Schedule
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April 27 – May 8th at DSA from 2:45-5pm!
Each Day you miss is a 5 point deduction from your total Evaluation
ALL TRYOUT MATERIAL IS FOUND ON THE DEL SOL CHEER PAGE- DELSOLCHEER.WEEBLY.COM
Session 1 – Monday, April 27th MANDATORY
Cheerleading 101 – Motions and Safety
Learn Cheer
Learn Chant
Learn Jumps
Session 2 – Tuesday, April 28th MANDATORY
Learn Half Time Routine
Session 3 – Wednesday, April 29th MANDATORY
Cheer/Chant/Jump Review
Half Time Dance Review
Session 4 – Thursday, April 30th MANDATORY
Stunting 101 – Safety and Technique
Practice Stunting
Session 5 – Friday, May 1st OPTIONAL
Learn Elite Dance Tryout Routine
(For those only trying out for ELITE)
Session 6 – Monday, May 4th MANDATORY
Spirit/Leadership Games
Cheer/Chant/Jump Review
Half Time Dance Review
Session 7 – Tuesday, May 5th MANDATORY
Stunt Practice
Cheer/Chant/Jump Review
Half Time Dance Review
Session 8 – Wednesday, May 6th MANDATORY
Mile Run
Interviews
Session 9 – Thursday, May 7th MANDATORY
Mock Try Outs
Session 10 - Friday, May 8th MANDATORY
FORMAL TRYOUTS
Final Team Selections Posted on Cheer Page by 7pm
BEFORE FORMAL TRYOUTS
- Interviews (25) - Conducted with Coach Saggio and Coach Diaz-Torres
- Attendance/Behavior (45) - 5 points each day of tryout clinic
- Mile Run (10) – If completed in less than 10 min. you receive full points, if over 10 minutes you receive 0 points
FORMAL TRYOUT
- JUMPS (10) - Single Jump – 5 pts; Double Jump – 7 pts; Triple Jump – 10 pts
- TUMBLING (15) - No Tumbling – 0 pts; Cartwheel – 4 pts; Cartwheel Splits – 6 pts;
Round off – 8 pts; Round off Splits – 10 pts; BHS/TUCK – 15 pts
HALF TIME DANCE (20)
CHEER/CHANT (15)
Rhythm - Balanced, flowing - 5 pts
- Cheer Motions - Sharp, strong, well-executed – 5 pts
Movement - Confident, sharp – 5 pts
- Voice Projection - Loud, clear, and enthusiastic – 5 pts
Timing - Smooth, precise, no pausing - 5 pts
- Timing - Smooth, precise, no pausing – 5pts
Crowd Excitement – Shows personality – 5 pts
PERSONALITY AND SPIRIT (10)
ELITE DANCE (20)
Appearance (White shirt and bow) – 5 pts
- Same as Half Time Dance rubric
Enthusiastic, energetic, eye contact – 5 pts
Evaluation Rubric: ** Points will be used to compare and rank candidates against one another, but coaches will make the final
determination on who makes each team/squad. TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE: 150
ELITE: 170
JV Requirements
Varsity Requirements
Elite Requirements
Score of at least 100
Score of at least 120
Score of at least 140
9th-11th Grade
Single Jump
Cartwheel
9th-12th Grade
Double Jump
Cartwheel Splits
Completed Mile Run
9th-12th Grade
Triple Jump
Round off Splits
Completed Mile Run
Weekly Tumbling Classes - $50 Monthly
Competition Dedication: August - March