2023-24
TRYOUTS INFO
NOW AVAILABLE
Tryout Schedule
Tryout Day #1 April 25
4:30 pm - 7:30pm | 2nd FL Multipurpose Room
Cheerleading candidates will learn motions, jumps, and tryout material.
Tryout Day #2 April 26
4:30 pm - 7:30pm | 2nd FL Multipurpose Room
Cheerleading candidates will learn stunting technique and will have the opportunity to review/ learn motions, jumps, and tryout material.
Tryout Day #3 April 27
4:30 pm - 7:30pm | 2nd FL Multipurpose Room
Cheerleading candidates will have the opportunity to review motions, jumps, tryout material, and stunt technique.
Tryout Day #4 | April 28 Final Tryout
4 pm | 2nd FL Multipurpose Room
This is the only day of tryouts that is mandatory.
Cheerleading candidates will perform their group tryout for the judging panel. Candidates may leave after their tryout.
Results will be posted online 4/29 12 Noon
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Additional questions please email LHSCheerProgram@gmail.com
Tryout Packet 2023
Please note that Final Forms does not need to be completed before tryouts.
If you make the team, you will be required to complete it after making the team when the registration opens on May 3. Please have a physical good through June 2024 BEFORE tryouts begin and available physically or digitally, as stunting is a part of the tryout process.
ASB cards will be available in the fall for purchase- it’s not required for tryouts but needs to be purchased before during the fall season, if you make the squad. Please reach out to Coach Miz with any questions.
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PLEASE NOTE:
- All tryout forms must be signed by BOTH athlete & parent/guardian.
The $40 ASB/Activity Fee for the 2023-2024 school year must be paid prior to tryouts, if you are a current Lincoln student. Payment is accepted via SchoolPay. If financial assistance is needed for ASB fee, please check in with Coach Mizani on Day 1 of practice.
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- Because cheerleading is a yearlong sport, physicals must be valid through 6/30/24 prior to tryouts. Please confirm it is on file early.
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- Tryout packet and Final Forms must be completed before the first day of tryouts. They will be checked off by the Coach Mizani to ensure your packet contents and make sure all your information is up to date. Please plan accordingly.
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Packets are DUE: April 25, 2023
FAQ'S
How do I join the Tryout Band and/or view tryout material?
You can view material from the clinic or tryouts by joining our tryout band here:
https://band.us/n/a4ab8dL6jcVeR
How do tryouts work?
Tryouts will be held Tuesday - Friday in the Lincoln 2nd FL Multipurpose Room where Captains will teach basic skill and tryout material. 8th graders will try out at the same time as current high school students.
Do I have to have experience to make the cheerleading team?
​Students of all skill levels are invited to tryout. Athletes are judged on their potential for growth, as well as leadership ability and attitude.
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How much does being a member of the cheerleading team cost?
Cheerleaders are responsible for the cost of their uniforms and camp. For new cheerleaders, costs can be up to $2,000. Fundraising opportunities are offered and encouraged, however there will likely be out of pocket expense. However, we do provide scholarships for cheerleaders with financial need. Please contact Coach Mizani at LHSCheerProgram@gmail.com with further questions.
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When is cheer camp? Is it mandatory?
​Cheerleadership Camp is July 10 - 14 and is mandatory!
*Cheerleaders have breaks June 16 - July 4, July 15 - 31, & Aug 11-28.
Please note team bonding and captain's practices happen during breaks.
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How much of a time commitment is it to be on the cheerleading team?
​Being a cheerleader is a HUGE time commitment. It is the one of the only sports that is year-round with minimal breaks. Cheerleaders’ tryout in April, practice through the end of the summer, then compete and support Lincoln Athletics during the fall & winter seasons. We practice up to 4x a week, on top of games and weekend cheerleading competitions.
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What is it like to be a Lincoln Cheerleader?
When a cheerleader joins the LHS Cheer squad, they join a family! ​ We encourage and challenge each other not only as athletes, but as students and individuals as well. We promote leadership and athletics at our school. It is an incredibly hard-working environment where we are pushed to become our best selves. We hope you will be the next addition to our program!