2020 March «

Miami Dolphins Announced Virtual Cheerleader Auditions

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

Virtual Auditions Guidelines

All dates and events are subject to change in the sole discretion of the Miami Dolphins.

Requirements

18 years old by May 31, 2020
High school graduate by June 2020
Able to attend all cheerleader rehearsals for the entire season
If selected, must live in or relocate to South Florida and have means of transportation

Rehearsals are typically Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings with an occasional Saturday afternoon rehearsal.

General Information

Preliminary and semifinal auditions will now be virtual auditions. All candidates must fill out the online questionnaire found here as well as submit an online video and headshot to Cheerleaders@Dolphins.com
We ask that you submit the questionnaire, headshot and video on the same day
Deadline for submissions is May 2, 2020

Guidelines for Preliminary Auditions

Round 1

Must submit online audition questionnaire, headshot and audition video by May 2nd.

We ask that you submit all three pieces on the same day to eliminate any confusion.

Videos and headshots should be labeled with your last name, underscore, first name, underscore, and either video or headshot. Ex. Smith_Jane_video

Video can be the following: YouTube Link, Vimeo Link, or iPhone video

Video must include:

30 second Introduction: Name, where you are from, why you are trying out
45 second improv/freestyle to song of your choice
2 eight counts of straight kicks to the front

Criteria:

Creativity in freestyle
Fitness
Stage presence
Performance quality

If you are ready to virtually audition, please click here for the questionnaire.

Round 2

Everyone that auditions will receive an email by May 6th on whether or not they have made it to the 2nd round.

If selected, candidates will have next audition steps in their email. They will be required to learn 8 eight counts of choreography in a fairly quick turnaround and resubmit their new video. Keep an eye on your email so you don’t miss these instructions!

Second round learned choreography video must be submitted by Saturday, May 9th at 5:00pm, EST.

Video must include:

30 second Introduction: Name, where you are from, why you are trying out
audition choreography and music full out
2 eight counts of straight kicks to the front

Video can be the following: YouTube Link, Vimeo Link, or iPhone video

Criteria:

Ability to learn choreography quickly
Kicks
Fitness
Stage presence
Performance quality

Upon submission, any videos, photos or other materials shall become the property of the Miami Dolphins.

ATTIRE GUIDELINES

We want you to feel the most relaxed and yourself. Feel free to wear a comfortable dance outfit with optional dance shoes. You may go barefoot if you would prefer, for your freestyle. We do prefer dance shoes or sneakers for the kickline portion.

FINAL AUDITIONS GENERAL INFORMATION

If you make it to Finals round, you will be contacted by MDC cheer staff.

Finals round is currently still being planned to be held in person, but will be reevaluated in the upcoming weeks.

FINAL AUDITIONS BOOT CAMP WEEK

In town interviews in person or video call interviews dates TBD
Out of town in person or video call interviews dates TBD
Boot Camp Week dates TBD
Finals auditions show dress rehearsal date TBD

FINAL AUDITIONS

Date: TBD
Location: TBD

Clippers Spirit Dancers Photos

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

As we endure the corona virus crises and the continued shutdown of the NBA season, let us continue our look back at NBA dance teams from earlier in the year. This time, we take a deep dive into the Clippers Spirit Dancers from the season that was.

More photos after the break.

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Random Cheerleader Pic of the Day

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

Brooklyn Nets Dancers Photos

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

With the current state of affairs in the nation and sporting events suspended, let’s take a look back to earlier in the NBA season and focus our attention on the Brooklyn Nets Dancers. Enjoy and stay safe.

More photos after the break.

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Random Cheerleader Pic of the Day

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

Portland BlazerDancers Photos

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

Well with the NBA and the rest of the sporting world canceling games, we will have to look back to the recent past to get our fill of NBA dancer photos. So, let’s take a break from the Corona virus pandemic and check out some Portland BlazerDancers photos from earlier in the season.

More photos after the break.

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Random Cheerleader Pic of the Day

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders Auditions Postponed!

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

Per the Los Angeles Rams:

Due to the evolving corona virus situation, the Los Angeles Rams Cheer Auditions and Workshops have been postponed until further notice. We will provide an update once new dates and times are confirmed. All workshop registration fees will be refunded by Friday, March 27th. Thank you for your understanding.

Boston Cannons Dance Team Auditions Announced!

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

The Boston Cannons Dancers are a professional dance team that performs at all Boston Cannons Home Games throughout the regular season. The squad was founded in 2002, one year after the Boston Cannon’s inaugural season, making them the longest standing Major League Lacrosse dance team in history.

Under the leadership of Director/Coach Ines Costa, the Dancers practice once a week on Monday nights for 3 hours. In addition to home games and practices, the Boston Cannons Dancers frequently appear in the community at various promotional opportunities and charity events.

Audition to become a dancer for Major League Lacrosse’s Boston Cannons!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

high school graduate or GED
at least 18 years old at the time of audition
possess dance/cheer experience
be able to attend practice once a week from April-Aug 2020
be able to attend home games from June-Aug 2020 in Quincy, MA
if selected for the team, dancers must be able to attend a mandatory orientation that will take place at the Boston Cannons Main Office in Quincy on Wednesday April 15, 2020 from 6-8pm.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Check in from 12:30-1pm. The official audition process will begin promptly at 1pm and end no later than 5:30pm. Candidates will be judged on their technique, showmanship, enthusiasm, personality, personal appearance and fitness. The audition process will consist of four rounds; a short personal interview, an across-the-floor combination, a stylized jazz/pom/hip hop dance routine and an improvised solo. All music will be provided. Cuts will not be made the day of auditions. Current Dancers are expected to re-audition on a yearly basis. All dancers auditioning will be emailed regardless if they are selected for the team or not. Dancers are welcome to ask for feedback after the final team has been announced.

WHAT TO WEAR:

neat workout attire in the form of shorts and a sports bra
flesh-colored nylons or tights
sneakers or jazz shoes
makeup ‘game-day ready’ (think glam)
hair down and ‘game-day ready’ (no pony tails or buns).

WHAT TO BRING:

current 5×7 headshot (will not be returned)
professional resume
dance resume
pen & planner
warm up suit
plenty to drink
snacks and/or a lunch
$30 registration fee ($25 for reauditioning dancers)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding the audition process, please contact Ines Costa, Boston Cannons Dancers Director & Coach, at danceteam@bostoncannons.com.

Check out the Latest from the Pro Cheerleading Podcast: Interview with Kelsey Pesola

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

This is the episode you’ve all been waiting for, especially for those who are getting ready to audition to become an NFL cheerleader. This week, Mhkeeba sits down with her dear friend and Personal Trainer, Kelsey Pesola, to discuss all things fitness, everything from having the right mindset to get your body on track for auditions to how to keep in shape during the season. Kelsey offers some amazing advice on how to break your fitness goals down to attainable small wins that will help deliver the results you are looking for to be the best version of yourself.

During Cheer Chat, Mhkeeba talks about this insane coronavirus that’s hit hard in Seattle, a belated shout out to Black History Month performances and celebrations by NBA dance teams, and a cool VIP fan vacation package the Patriots Cheerleaders are hosting during their fitness calendar shoot in Turks and Caicos. Kelsey shares a Locker Talk story of her infamous reputation of being late to final auditions!

Click here to listen to this episode of the podcast.

Random Cheerleader Pic of the Day

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

A Special Offer From Dallaswear

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

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ATL Hawks Dancers Photos

By David Tyau, National Correspondent

It’s been long overdue, but we begin our coverage of NBA dance teams with a look at the ATL Hawks Dancers. Here’s are few photos and videos from social media.