Pre-audition Workshops Begin Saturday, July 11th

The Cleveland Cavaliers are searching for the region’s top dancers to join the popular Cavalier Girls dance team for the 2015-16 Cavs basketball season. Members of the Cavalier Girls serve as brand ambassadors for the Cavaliers organization, both on and off the court. Auditions to find the 2015-16 Cavalier Girls will take place at Quicken Loans Arena on Saturday, July 25th at 12:00 p.m., with registration beginning at 11:00 a.m. Pre-registration is encouraged at Cavs.com/CavalierGirls.

Dancers will be evaluated on several criteria including energy, professionalism and dance technique. Selected finalists must be available to attend a public outing and finalist workshops that will be held on select nights between Sunday, July 26th – Friday, July 31st. For a complete list of audition requirements visit Cavs.com/CavalierGirls.

“We’re recruiting high caliber dancers who share a passion to entertain — whether it is for 20 fans in the community or for 20,562 at The Q,” said Emily Smith, Director of Cavaliers Dance and Entertainment Teams. “We’re fortunate that Ohio has so many terrific dancers and cheerleaders thanks to great college and prep programs across the Buckeye State!”

PRE-AUDITION WORKSHOPS BEGIN SATURDAY, JULY 11th

It is recommended, but not mandatory, that interested dancers participate in the Cavalier Girls pre-audition workshops to get comfortable with the look and feel of Cavalier Girls style of dance. Four workshops will be held in July prior to auditions:

Saturday, July 11, from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland
Sunday, July 12, from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland
Saturday, July 18 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. at Americheer (20 Collegeview Road, Westerville, Ohio 43081)
Sunday, July 19, from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland

Workshops give interested dancers the opportunity to learn Cavalier Girls choreography similar to what will be taught at auditions. Additionally, workshop participants will have the opportunity to have their questions answered by the directors. There is no limit on how many workshops can be attended. The cost of the workshop is $20, cash only, payable upon arrival. Visit Cavs.com/CavalierGirls for more details.

Houston Texans Cheerleader Twins Randi and Jordan

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On Thursday the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders unveiled the cover for their 2015-16 17-month swimsuit team calendar. Third-year team member Kelsey was chosen to be on this year’s cover.

Fans can order their calendar online early next week. The MVC will be out in public selling the calendars in person starting this weekend in the Twin Cities.

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On Friday, July 24, the Indianapolis Colts Cheerleaders are teaming up with Latitude 360 to unveil their 2015-16 Swimsuit Calendar during a special launch party. The event will run from 5:30-9 p.m. and will include the unveiling of the calendar, an autograph session with the Colts Cheerleaders, and a bowling tournament. Beginning today, fans can purchase tickets to the event online at www.colts.com/cheerparty.

General admission tickets are $20 and include an appetizer buffet, a 2015-16 Colts Cheerleaders Calendar ($15 value), access to the autograph session and the chance to win two (2) tickets to the Colts home opener on Monday, September 21. Fans who would like to participate in the bowling tournament can purchase tickets for $40. These include food, a calendar, an autograph session and a spot on a bowling team captained by a Colts Cheerleader. Each member of the winning bowling team will receive a ticket to the Colts home opener on September 21. A bowling team of 5 can also be purchased for $175. General admission tickets will be available for purchase at the door on July 24.

WHAT:2015 Colts Cheerleader Calendar Launch Party and Bowling Tournament

Unveiling of 2015-16 Colts Cheerleader Swimsuit Calendar
Autograph Session with Colts Cheerleaders
Bowling Tournament
Food and Drink

WHEN: July 24, 2015

5:30 p.m. – Doors Open
7:00 p.m. – Bowling Tournament

WHERE:

Latitude 360
4016 E. 82nd St.
Indianapolis, IN 46250

COST:
$20 – General Admission Ticket
$40 – Admission and Bowling Tournament Ticket
$175 – Bowling Team (5 Tickets)

The Philadelphia Sixers Dancers preliminary auditions are over and now it’s down to the Finalists.

Cast you ballot for your favorite hopefuls here.

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Photo Credit: Jerome Miron

Prep Classes will start on July 8th at the Dr Pepper StarCenter in Frisco (2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco, Texas 75034). There will be 4 total classes before auditions and all of these classes will fall on either a Monday or a Wednesday. (dates are below) Registration will begin 20 minutes before each class. Cost per individual prep class is $35. Ladies may also pay in advance which reserves their spot in the class. Walk-ups are welcome until the class is full. All prep classes are non-refundable.

What to expect:

1½ hours of dance instruction (includes stylized combination similar to audition routine)
1 hour of ice skating (includes drills, tool work, proper on-ice technique)
Different dance routines and skating drills will be taught each class.

Attire:

Top: Half Top
Bottoms: Pants (dance or yoga) and shorts (with tights)
Dance Shoes: dances sneakers or jazz shoes
Hockey Skates: if you own them if you do not have hockey skates we will provide them for you.
Be sure to bring a jacket, tall socks, and water

Prep Class Dates:

Wednesday, July 8th 6:30-9PM
Monday, July 13th 7-9:30PM
Wednesday July 15th 6:30-9PM
Monday, July 20th 7-9:30PM

Photo Credit: Jerome Miron

Auditions:

Preliminary and semifinal auditions will be held on Saturday, July 25th at the Dr Pepper Arena in Frisco, TX (2601 Avenue of the Stars) from 10AM – 8PM.. Interested applicants should complete the application and waiver and return them to the Dallas Stars office in person or via mail. They must include their application fee ($35 cash or check) and a recent photograph. Professional headshot style photos are preferred, but not necessary. These photographs will be used for identification purposes and will not be returned. Applications must be received by 5PM on Thursday, July 23rd, 2015. Auditions are closed to the public. Ladies that tryout can be a skater OR a dancer but do not have to do both.

Preliminary round:

Upon arrival ladies will check in and receive and audition number and will be divided into 3 groups Skaters, Dancers, and Both. During the preliminary round of auditions the ladies that are registered as skaters will show the judges a freestyle skate and basic drills. The ladies that are registered as dancers will show a freestyle dance with a short tag that is compiled of a few 8 counts. After all the ladies have gone thru the first round the judges will deliberate and come back with the ladies who will progress to the semifinals.

Photo Credit: Jerome Miron

Semifinal round:

This round the selected rookie candidates will be joined by the veteran candidates. During this round the ladies who are registered as skaters will show executive skating drills, freestyle lap, along with doing a mock run thru of how we clean the ice at Dallas Stars Home Games. The ladies that are registered as dancers will learn a dance combination and perform in small groups. After all the ladies have completed the semifinal round the judges will deliberate and come back with the ladies who will be advancing to finals.

Photo Credit: Jerome Miron

Finals:

Finals will be held at the Dr Pepper StarCenter in Mckinney, TX July 27-30, 6:30-10:30PM, July 31, 6-10PM, and August 3-7, 6:30-10:30PM. Final squad will be announced Thursday, August 7, 2015.

Attire for Auditions:

Top: Half Top
Skating Bottoms: Pants (dance or Yoga)
Dancing Bottoms: Shorts (with tights)
Dance Shoes: Sneakers or Jazz Shoes
Hockey Skates if you own them, if not we will provide a pair for you
Be sure to bring a jacket, tall socks, water and snacks

Requirements:

– Must be 18 years of age on or before July 25, 2015
– Must have previous skating OR dance experience
– Have a High School diploma or GED
– If selected, must reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth area
– Have reliable means of transportation to practices, game, and appearances
– Hold a job or be enrolled in college
– Must commit to the Dallas Stars Ice Girls Schedule, which includes but is not limited to attendance at all practice and home games, for one full year (August 2015 – July 2016)

Photo Credit: Jerome Miron

For more information regarding prep classes or auditions you may visit DallasStars.com/IceGirls

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