Yes, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Last Friday the Blast Cheerleaders brought out their Santa jackets for the 2nd half of their game against the Missouri Comets.

Kaitlynn in the middle

Kate

Blast Cheerleader Director Elizabeth "Liz" Guardalo (left) and Dance Coordinator for the Missouri Comets Galaxy Girls Charlie Keller

Pretty as an Xmas Card

This time with hoods

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Last Saturday the Baltimore Blast Cheerleaders took to the field at 1st Mariner Arena for the Blast home opener:

Blast Cheerleaders perform at the end of the 3rd Quarter last Saturday Night

Blast Cheerleaders with Director Elizabeth "Liz" Guardalo. This is Liz's fifth season in charge of the Blast Cheerleaders.

Calendar Cover Model Jessica

This is Karyn's 4th year on the squad.

Carrying the big die

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Do you have what it takes to be part of Rochester’s Best Dance Crew?

We want dancers, cheerleaders and models!

What: Rochester Lancer Dancer Auditions
When: Saturday, August 27th 2011 starting at 11:00am!
Where: Total Sports Experience, 880 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, NY 14624

What To Expect:
11:00am: Registration
11:30am: Dancers will be taught a routine
1:00pm: Judging and interviews
**Promotional models do not have to learn dance routine

Audition Attire:
Dancers: Sports bra with fitted dance bottoms such as shorts or capris. Hair must be worn down with full stage make up. No jewelry. Dance and/or cheer experience preferred.
Promotional models: Business casual attire with full makeup and hair down.

What To Bring:
• Application Fee: $40
• Head Shot
• Talent Resume
• Water bottle

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Blast Cheerleader Director Elizabeth "Liz" Guaraldo with members of her squad.

Auditions for the 2011-12 season will be held Sunday, July 17th at Du Burns Arena, located in the Canton neighborhood of Baltimore City.

Du Burns Arena
1301 South Ellwood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224

Registration begins at noon
(registration fee is $20 if applicant did not attend prep class)

Prep class will be held Monday, July 11 and Wednesday, July 13 at Du Burns Arena from 7-8:30 p.m.
The prep class will cost $10 ($15 for both).
Choreography will be taught at the prep classes and they provide an opportunity to ask the Director and veteran cheerleaders any questions.

Applicants need:

To be 18 years old by July 17
One non-returnable photo of themselves in a crop top and dance shorts
Applications will be provided at auditions
Application fee of $20 if the applicant did NOT attend prep classes
Audition attire: crop top, dance shorts, flesh colored tights/panty hose, dance sneakers/shoes

Audition FAQs:

Please note: There is a chance that the Baltimore Blast Cheerleaders will travel to Bermuda so all applicants are required to have a U.S. passport.

Is there an age limit?
This is no maximum age limit.
Minimum age requirement is 18 years of age by July 17th, 2011.

Are there any height to weight restrictions?
You should be in overall great shape. We do not have a height to weight requirement. We have no maximum or minimum weight requirement.

Are auditions open to the public?
Auditions are closed to the public. This includes family and friends.

What do I need for auditions?
Auditions can run all day. Please bring with you:
• Drink and snack
• Sweat towel
• Makeup & Hair Products

Do you have any prep classes; do I have to take the prep classes to make the team?
• We will have two prep classes – July 11th and 13th from 7-8:30 at Du Burns Arena.
• One prep class is $10; two prep classes are $15.

How should I wear my hair and makeup?
•Make-up and hair should compliment your features.
•You should wear your hair down.

What will the judges focus on and look for?
•Dance technique
•Performance
•Showmanship and personality
•Dance skills
•Fitness

What should I wear to the auditions?
•Sports bra or crop top with stomach showing.
•Short biker shorts or trunks
•Dance sneakers or jazz shoes
•Flesh colored panty hose or dance tights
•All body piercings should be removed and all tattoos covered

When will the squad be chosen?
On Sunday, July 17th there will be two sets of cuts. The finalists will participate in a mandatory training camp at Du Burns Arena. Training camp will be Monday, July 18th and Wednesday, July 20th. Finalists will be chosen at the end of the training camp on Wednesday, July 20th.

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The Blast Cheerleaders closed out their regular season on Sunday, March 13th

Blast Cheerleader Director Elizabeth "Liz" Guaraldo with members of her squad.

Karyn played for the Bermuda team in the halftime Celebrity Soccer Match

The Cheerleaders performance at the end of the 3rd quarter was choreographed by former Sixers Dancers Captain, KiXX Dance Team Director and good friend of this site, Jillian Gonzales.

After the game fans always have a chance for photos and autographs from the Cheerleaders (oh yeah and the players too)

The Baltimore Blast host the Milwaukee Wave in the MISL Championship this Friday night at 1st Mariner Arena. It’s your last chance to see the Blast Cheerleaders in game action this season.

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FC Dallas Girls

So many auditions to keep track of. Here’s one more and some photos courtesy of FC Dallas Girl (and former Washington Wizard Girl) Nina.

After moving to Dallas last year, former Washington Wizard Girl Nina joined the FC Dallas Girls

Nina & Cheri

Best friends Nina and Cheri danced together at Texas A&M. Cheri was also a Dallas Cowboys Rhythm & Blue Dancer.

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