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 2013 Stunt Clinic will be held on Saturday, March 2nd from 1pm-4pm. 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 to the Spirit Coordinator, Jamie Troyer (jwestfal@butler.edu), to reserve your spot before Wednesday, February 27th. Please bring your completed registration form, 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 Try-out Material & Stunt Clinic will be held on Sunday, April 14th from 12pm-3pm.

The April Clinic is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED for those trying out. You must RSVP via e-mail or by returning your completed clinic registration form by Wednesday, April 10th. You may bring your form and $25 on the day of clinic, as long as you've reserved your spot.

Material DVD

Beginning April 1st, there will be a DVD of the Try-out material available for purchase. Cost for the DVD is $10, and it can be purchased at the April 14th clinic or by contacting Jamie Troyer at jwestfal@butler.edu.

Try-outs

The try-out for the 2013-2014 squad will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in the Main Gym.  Check-in will begin at 9:30am (EST), 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.

Preparation - You should review the complete list of skills, as well as the overview of commitments and expectations of the 2013-2014 squad.  In addition, you should follow these guidelines for appropriate dress during the try-outs.

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 try-out applications must be received by Wednesday, April 17, 2013!*