Frequently Asked Questions

How many cheerleading squads does Auburn have?
Auburn has one co-ed squad for 2009-2010.

Are high school students or transfer students allowed to try out?
No. Tryouts are open to currently enrolled Auburn University Students only. There are some additional requirements that must also be met. Tryout Information is usually confirmed by mid-January of each year. Please check back at that time for the dates of our tryout clinics and 2010-2011 Tryout Information. (See Tryout Page)

How many cheerleaders are on the squad?
The 2009-2010 squad consists of 20 cheerleaders (10 guys and 10 girls) and 1 mic-man.

What athletic events do the cheerleaders cheer at?
The Auburn Cheerleaders are given the opportunity to cheer at Auburn football, men's and women's basketball, gymnastics and volleyball. We also assist the Auburn Sports Marketing Department at all home soccer and swimming and diving meets.

How often do the cheerleaders practice?
Practice is held 4 times per week with additional weight training and conditioning occurring 2-3 times per week.

Are the cheerleaders involved in the community as well as the university?
The cheerleaders are highly involved in both the community and the university. Auburn Cheerleaders lead pep-rallies at local elementary schools, read books to local kindergarten classes and lend a hand at local nursing homes. The cheerleaders also make public appearances at Auburn events, clubs, and functions.

When are tryouts?
Tryouts are held every spring semester, usually at the conclusion of basketball season. The 2009-2010 tryouts were held April 8-10, 2009.

Are tryouts open to the public?
No. Tryouts are closed to the public. Callouts (the announcement of the new squad) are open to the public and are usually held at Cater Hall each year.

How are the Auburn cheerleaders selected?
Cheerleaders are selected based on their ability to represent Auburn as well as their ability to perform required technical skills.

What are tryouts like?
Tryouts are generally 2-3 days long. Participants will be evaluated on technical skills and then the top candidates move on to the second round of competition, interviews. Participants will perform cheers, band chants, stunts etc. during the technical round of tryouts.

What are the required skills?
Required skills differ from year to year. Skills that have been required in the past are: chair, toss extension, toss shoulders, liberty, stretch, torch, as well as a standing backhandspring (girls), standing back tuck (guys) and an optional tumbling pass.

Is there a weight or height limit?
There is not a weight or height limit. However, girls must be of appropriate build as to be safely lifted, thrown, held, and caught. Guys must be of appropriate build as to safely lift, throw, hold, and catch the girls.

Do the Auburn Cheerleaders receive Scholarships?
No. The Auburn Cheerleaders are not on scholarship but do receive a stipend that assists with their tuition and fees. The stipend amount varies by year but is currently $800 for the fall semester and $800 for the spring semester.

Do the Auburn Cheerleaders Compete?
No. The Auburn Cheerleaders do not compete and have no plans to compete in the near future.

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