More NFL Auditions today, including the Washington Redskins Cheerleaders. And it’s also about the time of the year where Sasha gets all weepy and despondent about all upcoming retirements. Well, I promise not to get weepy. And I truly do miss every Cheerleader and Dancer who makes the decision to retire. But I’m going to make a special post to recognize a Cheerleader who’s been reading and supporting this site since it’s very inception.
Heather of the Washington Redskins
She danced for George Mason University where she earned a degree in Environmental Science with a minor in Dance. She ten cheered for the Wizards for 2 seasons before moving on the Redskins. She cheered for the Redskins for 6 seasons, the last 2 as Captain. And then earlier this year she represented her squad at the 2010 Pro Bowl.
From her Pro Bowl Diary:
Day 8- February 1- Its Monday morning and I am returning home. I had such a spectacular week and will never forget the amazing events and new friends I have made. This is my last season as a Cheerleader and I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect ending to a perfect 6 seasons as a Redskins Cheerleader. It has been an honor to be the 2010 Pro Bowl cheerleader and I want to send hugs to all of my teammates and of course-all of the Redskins fans!!! Thanks for making my retirement so special!
Good-bye Heather. We will miss you!
Part two of my Carolina road trip involved a return Time Warner Cable Arena for the Charlotte Checkers Pink the Rink night. (As you can see the Checkmates were decked out in pink.) It was part of an effort to raise money and awareness in the fight against Breast Cancer.
First a stop by the Checkmates locker room.
And just why does she had a golf club? We’ll find out later.
On the concourse handing out game programs.
Part of the “Pink in the Rink” activites included has 6 breast cancer survivors dance with the Checkmates during the 1st intermission.
Rehearsing in the tunnel.
Dance performance.
But what about that golf club? It was all part of a Checkmates fashion show held during the second intermission.
Next season the Checkers will move up from the ECHL to the AHL and start an affiliation with the Carolina Hurricanes. The Checkers will still be a part of the team, but new uniforms are in order as the teams colors will change to red and black.
Do you want to have the best front row seat possible for every Titans home football game in 2010? Start your journey toward what could be the experience of a lifetime as a Tennessee Titans Cheerleader!
In addition to performing on the field and sidelines at every home Titans game, Titans Cheerleaders have appeared on The Oprah Show, The Dr. Oz Show, and performed at the annual Acoustic Christmas concert. They have been a part of the CMT Awards and performed at the CMA Music Fest. The Cheerleaders appear at over 200 events in Middle Tennessee annually.
Additionally, Titans Cheerleaders travel all over the country each year to visit our nation’s troops and to appear at major corporate conventions. The ladies have been as far as Las Vegas, Washington State, Mexico City, Mexico, Hawaii, and Korea in their work as Titans Cheerleaders. The Titans Cheerleading experience is like nothing else, and we are looking for the most talented women to join the team in 2010!
Audition Requirements:
* Must be 18 years of age by April 15 AND a high school graduate by May 30, 2010
* Dance experience recommended
* Available to travel to Florida for annual swimsuit calendar shoot in May or June 2010
* Available for rehearsal through the summer and available for all 2010 home Titans games
Preliminary and semi-final audition:
Saturday, April 17, 2010
*CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC*
Baptist Sports Park
460 Great Circle Rd.
Nashville, TN 37228
Titans practice bubble
Doors open at 9:00am; audition begins at 9:30am
$20.00 at the door (walk-ins WELCOME!); $15.00 in advance
All candidates must audition in first round. Short dance combination and kick line will be taught. First cut will be made after lunch. Semi-Final audition will begin at 2:00pm. Finalists will be announced by 7:00pm.
Recommended attire: NO COSTUMES PLEASE. We recommend you audition in black or dark colored bootie shorts or dance pants with a fitted dance top.
Pre-Audition Workshop:
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Nashville Athletic Club
5035 Harding Place
Nashville, TN 37211
3:00pm-4:30pm OR 5:00pm-6:30pm
Please choose ONE time slot to attend.
$35.00 (INCLUDES audition fee): Limited to 60 participants in each workshop.
This workshop will cover audition protocol as well as what is expected of a Titans Cheerleader. We will teach a short piece of choreography (similar to that used in the audition) and offer some audition presentation tips.
Recommended attire: Comfortable/conservative dance wear. We will spend 45 minutes in a seminar and 45 minutes on choreography and across the floor combinations.
Complete audition information and including registration forms here.
Metromix has the photos. Call backs are Saturday and the Finals are next week.
[Bucs Auditions at Metromix.com]
Also we’d be remiss if we didn’t congratulate Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleading Manager Catherine “Cathy” Boyd on her new position with the Bucs.
Cathy cheered for the team for 5 season (2001-06). Fans from outside Tampa might best remember her from the NFL Cheerleader Playoffs. Catherine suffered a pretty tough knee injury in roller skating competition. She showed some real grit and determination in the next event, the bungee flip, where she performed back flips while using only one leg.
Watch an interview with Cathy here.
BuffaloBills.com has First Cuts – Blog #3
The Buffalo Pro Cheer Blog has video of a pair of prospective rookies.
Skunkpost.com has video from auditions and reports that some vets were cut in the first round.
More Jills audition video from 97rock.com.
Saturday, March 27th from 2:00pm-4:00pm at Fitness Factory Gym, 350 Route 46 East, Rockaway, NJ.
The Jersey Stags are proud to announce their first annual Dance Team tryouts.
If you ever wanted to perform in front of a crowd, the Prancers might be the opportunity you were looking for.
Earlier this month I drove down to North Carolina and attended the Bobcats-Clippers game on March 12th.
At a break during pre-game rehearsal, the Lady Cats pose for a group shot.
Before the game, the Lady Cats were on the concourse greeting fans and posing for photos.
Lady Cats deliver hot wings during a 2nd quarter promotion.
The Lady Cats big performance of the night.
Rufus T. Lynx on his skateboard.
I got to sit right on the floor, in front of, the Lady Cats. I had to turn around when the ball was at the other end of the court, to take these close ups.
This is Miguel, one of the Bobcats in-arena hosts. Why am I including his photo? Because for nine years, Miguel was Sly, the NJ Nets mascot. He hung up the wolf’s outfit for the last time in 2008.
There were quite a few t-shirts tossed into the crowd.
Getting ready to wave the flags.
Celebrating the win!
Big thanks to the Bobcats organization, Lady Cats Director Brandii McCoy and the Lady Cats!
Want to be part of selecting the 2010 Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders? Auditions are coming up and the cheerleaders and the Falcons New Media team are giving you the chance to be a fan judge. Here’s what you have to do…
* Post a YouTube video that demonstrates why you want to be the fan judge for this year’s competition (one minute or less on the videos, please).
* Send a link to your video to the official Atlanta Falcons YouTube Channel (don’t forget to ask us to be your friend and subscribe to our videos).
That’s it!
Members of the Falcons front office will judge the videos and select one winner and four runners-up. The winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to Falcons365 and a spot on the judges’ panel. Four runners-up will receive $20 gift cards to Falcons365.
The last day to post your video will be Friday, April 2. Winners will be notified no later than Monday, April 5
To win you must…
* Be 18 years old or older
* Provide your own transportation and/or lodging if not from the Atlanta area
* Make sure your video content complies with YouTube’s terms of service
* Be available at the Georgia World Congress Center (Thomas B. Murphy Ballroom) at 9:30 a.m. April 11.
* Agree to provide your own YouTube video/commentary of the event to be placed on a Falcons blog.
Entries will be judged on creativity and originality. Good luck!
Complete details here.
The 2010 Felions Auditions will be held on …
Saturday, April 3rd
General Auditions
Scotiabank Dance Centre
677 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC
Registration: 9:00 am
Auditions begin promptly at 9:30 am
Auditions will end at 4:00 pm
WHO ARE THE FELIONS?
The Felions are a team of beautiful and talented women that represent the BC Lions Football Club at community, charity and corporate events in an energetic, informed and professional manner.
As one of the premier dance teams in the CFL, the Felions set and maintain the highest standards of excellence in appearance, talent and dedication to community service. The Felions contribute to the exciting and interactive game day experience at all BC Lions home games with energy, enthusiasm and team spirit.
The Felions are driven by their love and passion for dance, performance, CFL football and BC Lions team spirit! The Felions love what they do and it shows!
EXPECTATIONS
• When you arrive at the auditions, please proceed to the registration area for check-in. You will be given an application form to fill out and will be asked to provide a $10.00 non-refundable application fee for registration. Once the form has been filled out, please return it to the registration desk and provide a 4”x6″ or larger COLOUR photo of yourself.
• Once you have registered, you will be given an audition number to be worn on the front of your attire.
• It is expected that you will be at least 19 years of age (as of June 20, 2010), in good physical condition and that you have at least a modest level of dance experience.
• A choreographer will demonstrate a short dance and cheer combination. You will learn and perform the routine as part of a group before a panel of judges.
REQUIRED AUDITION ATTIRE
Please arrive at the auditions wearing athletic attire such as a sports bra (or short sleeveless shirt), shorts, and athletic shoes. You should wear make-up and have your hair styled as if you were performing at the stadium on game day.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the judging criteria?
• Dance ability
• Physical appearance
• Showmanship, make-up & crowd appeal (personality projection, enthusiasm, energy)
• Poise
• Interviews (finalists only)
How many people audition for the Felions?
Typically, 100 – 150 candidates audition each year to fill approximately 34 game day positions. Members of the 2009 Felions Dance Team are required to audition for the 2010 season. You must attend the auditions on Saturday, April 3rd for an opportunity to make the team as no further tryouts will take place.
Do the Felions get paid?
Members of the Felions Dance Team receive two (2) 2010 season tickets and are provided with numerous sponsored services such as gym memberships, tanning, clothing discounts, and hair styling. Felions are not compensated for rehearsals or game day performances. Opportunities for paid appearances are numerous but not guaranteed.
What type of time commitment is involved if I make the team?
The BC Lions have ten (10) regular season home games, as well as one potential home playoff game. The Felions rehearse weekly on Sunday afternoons before and during the season, beginning shortly after the auditions in April.
Being a Felion is a significant commitment for a 12-month period. Attendance at all 10 home games, rehearsals, photo shoots and BC Lions team events is mandatory. The Felions also attend more than 200 corporate, charity and community events per calendar year as the face of the BC Lions Football Club.
Uniform
• The Felions game day uniform and track suit are provided.
• Felions Dance Team members are responsible for maintaining the uniform (boots, on-field uniform, poms, promo wear and jacket) and returning it in good condition at the end of the season.
Most importantly, come with a positive attitude, work hard, and have fun!
How do I register for auditions?
Click HERE to download the pre-registration form!
You can email your completed form to felions@bclions.com, fax to (604) 583-7882, or mail to:
BC Lions Football Club
Attn: Felions Auditions
10605 City Parkway
Surrey, BC
V3T 4C8
