University Bands and Spirit Programs

Butler University Cheerleading

Thank you for your interest in Butler Cheerleading! The main focus and goal for the Spirit program is to increase crowd involvement and positively contribute to the overall atmosphere of Butler University athletic events. The cheerleaders also work hard at being positive representatives, supporters, and promoters of Butler University.  To make this goal successful, we need the right people to work together on this team.  You may now have the opportunity to contribute to this team, increase your skill level, and create memorable experiences while you are at Butler.

Stunt Clinic

The 2012 Stunt Clinic will be held on Saturday, February 25th from 10am-1pm. The clinic is open to all high school cheerleaders male and female and will be held in Hinkle Fieldhouse Main Gym. Participants will learn basic stunts and stunting technique for Co-ed partner stunting. All-girl/group stunts will be included, but not the emphasis of the day. 

You must RSVP via e-mail phone to the Spirit Coordinator, Jamie Troyer, at jwestfal@butler.edu or 317-940-9623 to reserve your spot before Wednesday, February 22nd. Please bring your completed registration form (PDF), along with proof of insurance and $25 on the day of the clinic, as long as you've reserved your spot.

Material and Stunt Clinic

A Material & Stunt Clinic will be held on Saturday, April 14th from 10am-1pm.

The clinic is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED for those trying out. You must RSVP via e-mail or returning your completed clinic registration form (PDF), by Wednesday, April 11th. You may bring your form and $20 on the day of clinic, as long as you've reserved your spot.

Material DVD

A DVD of the Tryout material will be available for purchase beginning March 23, 2012. The $10 DVD can be ordered by contacting Jamie Troyer at jwestfal@butler.edu.

Tryouts

The tryout for the 2012-2013 squad will be held on Sunday, April 22, 2012 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in the Main Gym.  Check-in will begin at 9:30am, and a workshop to review material will begin promptly at 10am. Warm-up & Review will begin at 10:30am. This will be the time you may decide on stunt partners. There will be a break for lunch from 11:15am-12pm (Lunch will not be provided, and you are free to leave at this time.)

Evaluations will start promptly at 12:30pm. The length of the try-out will depend on the number of individuals trying out. Selections will be made and posted the day of the try-out.  For those selected, a meeting will immediately follow the try-out to discuss policies, uniforms, costs, and camp. We will try our best to conclude the day by 5:30pm.

Skill Requirements - Please review the commitments and expectations and complete list of skills you may be asked to perform.

The try-out will be closed to the public! Please contact me if you would like a list of things to do in the area for those that might be traveling with you. Also, if you are coming from a far distance, please feel free to contact Butler University, search the university website, www.butler.edu or jwestfal@butler.edu for directions and lodging information.

*All tryout applications (PDF) must be received by Wednesday, April 18, 2012!