Competition Tough For Broncos Cheerleader Tryouts

CBS4Denver.com
May 1, 2009

The Denver Broncos cheerleader tryouts are Saturday, and for the first time people can watch the auditions and vote on the finalists.

“Finals are open to the public, so it really tests how well we perform, which is important because in a couple of months that crowd becomes 76,000, instead of 300,” said Broncos Cheerleader Romi Bean.

Tickets are still available through the Denver Broncos’ BroncosCountry.com Web site. They cost $20 per person.

“This is a way to really connect to our die-hard fans,” said Bean.

Last year about 200 women tried out. Usually 34 are picked for the squad, but this year only 26 will be chosen.

Veteran cheerleaders must try-out every year to keep their place on the squad.

“Every year all the veterans have to try out again. This year we are cutting the team down to 26, so all of us, we have to be on our ‘A’ game, we have to every single year if we have make the team, ” said Bean.

Cheerleaders are chosen on more than just their dancing or athletic ability.

“We have a business interview that accounts for 40 percent of our score. We also have to create our own choreography. The judges look at our community service and we also have to turn in a resume. The year we must complete a written football exam. They’re looking for the whole package,” said Bean.

Saturday’s event takes place at the University of Denver’s Davis Auditorium. It will include a raffle and prizes.

At 2 p.m. the organization will stage for the first time ever the finals of it “Broncos Country Talent Search” in which people audition for a chance to win tickets to Broncos games, perform at tailgate events and sing the national anthem at a game.

Cheerleader auditions start at 6 p.m.