by KHOU.com staff
April 7, 2013 at 11:33 AM
HOUSTON – Nearly 1,000 hopefuls came out Saturday to see if they have what it takes to cheer on the Houston Texans.
KHOU 11 News Anchor Lily Jang and Sports Anchor Daniel Gotera were judging the tryout held at the Methodist Training Center across from Reliant Stadium. The field of about 1,000 candidates was cut down to just 35, so the competition was fierce.
“It’s very hard. It takes a lot of energy, a lot of boost. You just really have to get out here and have fun and look like you’re enjoying yourself,” Michelle Mayo, who tried out Saturday, said.
The cheerleading coach said they are looking for “triple threats”- attractive girls that can dance and speak well.
“I’m so excited,” Gwendolyn Shorts, another candidate, said. “If I don’t make it this year, I will be back next year.”
The cheerleaders have to try out for a spot on the squad each year.
Watch the video from UTSanDiego.com, and when you’re done, check out the photos here.
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Cheerleader Auditions Down to Finalists
Jay Adams
AtlantaFalcons.com
April 7, 2013
The Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders kicked off their 2013 auditions Sunday, and after more than 200 hopefuls tried more, there are just 37 finalists, plus returning veterans, that will compete in final auditions Wednesday
After more than six hours of preliminary auditions Sunday at the Falcons’ training facility in Flowery Branch, Ga., there are just 34 finalists who will compete alongside returning Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders veterans during Wednesday’s finals.
Auditions began Sunday morning with more than 200 ladies from around Atlanta learning a short routine and performing it in front of a panel of judges. A first round of cuts knocked the number down around 100. The ladies then went back and learned more of a routine, which included adding their own twist to a few steps, and performed onced again in front of the judges.
The 37 finalists chosen Sunday will go through an interview process Monday and then compete against returning veterans Wednesday night.
Final auditions will be streamed live on AtlantaFalcons.com beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET.
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HoustonTexans.com: The 2013 Houston Texans Cheerleader Tryouts were Saturday night at the Methodist Training Center, and the ladies there all had a plan…AND some butterflies.
By Adam Longo
KPHO.com
Apr 06, 2013
PHOENIX (CBS5) –
The Arizona Cardinals cheerleaders are hosting open tryouts for the 2013 squad through Sunday at the Arizona Biltmore Resort.
Tryouts are open to women 18 and older.
To assist with tryout preparations, the Cardinals cheerleaders hosted five clinics for applicants to learn the style, expectations and format of the cheerleading program.
Each clinic was taught by current members of the cheerleading team.
More information about Cardinals cheerleaders and the audition process can be found HERE.
The Cardinals cheerleaders perform at all home games and also appear at a variety of community activities as well as trade shows, conventions, grand openings, banquets, company picnics, auctions, fairs, parades and national telethons.
The squad’s “Show Team” has traveled to the Middle East, Greenland, Italy, Egypt and military bases around America to perform for U.S. troops for Armed Forces Entertainment.
HoustonTexans.com
April 6, 2013
The 2013 Houston Texans Cheerleader Tryouts kicked off on Saturday at the Methodist Training Center, the Texans’ indoor practice facility across the street from Reliant Stadium.
More than 1,000 women registered for the tryouts, vying for about 35 spots. The first phase of the tryouts was Saturday from 6-11 p.m. All prospective cheerleaders, including Texans Cheerleader veterans, must try out.
The tryouts will continue on Sunday. The new squad will debut with a performance at the Texans’ draft party at Reliant Stadium on Thursday, April 25.
Texans right guard Brandon Brooks and tight end Phillip Supernaw were among the celebrity judges at the tryouts, which began with a pre-recorded welcome/good luck video from 2012 NFL Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt that drew a huge cheer from the excited hopefuls.
By Jayme Lamm
Culturemap Houston
04.05.13
The big day is almost here. Houston Texans Cheerleader tryouts start Saturday.
You’ve detoxed, spray tanned, touched up those roots, whitened your smile and practiced your highest kicks — but there are still a few more things you can do to up your chances of making the beloved Texans’ cheerleader roster. It won’t be easy. The Texans were named the Most Beautiful Cheerleaders in the NFL after all.
Although registration is closed, odds are, you know one hot lady who needs some last minute tips.
I had the chance to chat with Alto Gary, the only cheer coach in the 10-year history of the Texans franchise, about last minute tips for cheerleader hopefuls. Coach Alto has a tough task ahead of her — choosing approximately 32 women out of the expected 1,000-plus who will strut their way into the Methodist Training Center for tryouts. Although she’ll have some help thanks in part to a few social media contests, Alto has the final say in who makes the squad.
It’s always taken a lot to be a Texans cheerleader, but if you yearn to be part of the squad that reps the back-to-back AFC South Champs — or just want to know what hurdles must be leaped — follow Alto’s expert cheerleader tips.
Don’t fret on wardrobe.
“You don’t have to spend a lot of money on an outfit for tryouts — you can buy a triangle top from Target or wherever. You can rhinestone it yourself if you want a little bling or leave it plain as long as it looks good on you. Also choose a good color for yourself. Add some black hotpants and you are set.”
Why not?
“There are many different positions we are looking for at tryouts. Not only cheerleaders, but we also look for the Grid Iron Gang (spirit promo group) and sometimes even select media game day hostesses. You have nothing to lose by coming — there’s something for everyone.”
Leave the wardrobe malfunctions to Janet Jackson.
“Always make sure you stay in your outfit. Make sure you tie your knot on your top very tight and safety pins are your best friend! Support is always good. You can wear a convertible bra underneath your outfit. (You can find them at Victoria’s Secret, Target, Walmart, JCPenney . . .)”
Not all blondes are the same.
“What tryout number you get is important. When you get in line to get your number on the day of tryouts, make sure you’re not behind a person who looks like you. If she is a blonde and you are a blonde, try to find someone else to get behind who doesn’t look anything like you so you won’t be compared to the other blonde. That will get harder to do in the further rounds, but at least it will buy you some time.”
Beware of muffin top.
“Do not wear pantyhose that have the panty control top line. Make sure your pantyhose are sheer to waist.”
Good rule of thumb for life in general.
“Always be nice — you never know who’s looking at you. A few people have been cut before they even walk in the door.”
And if you need a last minute charge to get you going for Saturday’s tryouts, check out this video courtesy of the Houston Texans cheerleaders. Good luck to all and tweet your tryout photos to @CultureMap if you want the chance to be featured in a future story.
