2018-2019 Riverwatch Middle School Cheerleading Tryout Checklist - Forsyth County Schools
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2018-2019 Riverwatch Middle School
Cheerleading Tryout Checklist
*** The following items must be returned with this checklist and folder to Coach Cash (room 431)
or Coach Moon (room 357) before 4 pm on Tuesday, April 23rd, 2019.
Name: ____________________________________
_______ Tryout Application
_______ Completed Cheerleader Physical Form
_______ Emergency Release Form
_______ Cheerleading Program Guidelines Agreement
_______ Photocopy of report card from 1st Semester
*** Make sure that you give two teachers (LA, Math, SS or Science, no connections) the teacher
recommendation form. The teacher needs to have time to fill it out and turn in by April 23rd .
Dear Parents:
Your child is interested in becoming a member of the Riverwatch Middle School Cheerleading Program.
After reading this packet, and fully understanding everything, please sign and return the forms to Coach Cash or
Coach Moon by 4 pm. Tuesday, April 23, 2019.
Our philosophy of coaching is similar to the philosophy we have for teaching. A coaching relationship
presents a unique opportunity to facilitate the development of young and talented athletes. To be an effective
coach, your child must motivate, challenge, communicate, organize, inspire, and most of all have fun doing it. As
coaches, it is our desire to provide an environment that assists each individual in becoming a well-rounded young
adult. Coaching is teaching the importance of setting goals, having dreams, and witnessing the success of
accomplished dreams. Along with goal setting, a coach must teach the value of hard work and determination. We
must also model how athletes can incorporate this into school and life. Coaching is teaching the importance of
teamwork and good sportsmanship. Though the squad is made up individuals, the team’s success is definitely a
reflection of the squad’s ability to get along and work together. To work as one team takes, time, respect and
patience.
The coach must develop a relationship with the athlete that promotes trust and respect. Coaching
represents an opportunity to be a role model and make a difference in the lives of young athletes by helping them
establish traits that will make them successful athletes, students and more importantly, adults. If you have any
questions concerning tryouts, please feel free to contact any of us. We are looking forward to a successful and
rewarding season. Thank you for your cooperation and support.
Sincerely,
Savanna Cash & Jessica Moon
scash@forsyth.k12.ga.us
jmoon20@forsyth.k12.ga.usCheerleading Clinic and Tryouts
April 30, May 2, and May 3, 2019
• Both male and female athletes may tryout
• All participants must be dressed out and in the gym by 4:30 and picked up at 6:30
• The judged tryout will be held on Friday, May 3rd beginning at 4:30
• All participants must wear a plain white shirt and black shorts on Friday for judging
*Candidates need to come to clinic each day prepared. The candidates will be judged each day on
attitude, punctuality, cooperation, respect for authority, willingness to learn and ability to learn material
quickly. The coaches will observe behavior during these few days to make decisions about squad
placement. On Tuesday both for Football and Basketball candidates will be judged on two different
jumps. On Thursday, those trying out for football/competition will be assessed on their standing and
running tumbling and stunting skills. On Friday, the cheer will be judged on precision, enthusiasm, and
execution and dance will be judged on uniformity and motions. Overall performance will be scored on
facial expressions, volume, voice, fluid motions, spacing, confidence, energy and recovery.
Requirements:
• You MUST turn in a current physical with your application (this can be picked up in the front office
or printed off the county website) NOTE: It is very important that the ENTIRE packet is completed
and turned in with this folder.
• Must have outstanding behavior in all classes. You must turn in two teacher recommendation forms
• PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL TRY-OUT DATES!*
o For competition, the minimum tumbling requirement is a back handspring.
• Attend all choreography sessions.
• Participate in all fund raisers and community service activities.
• Maintain high academic standards
o Eligibility will be based on the grades posted on the report card for the second semester which will
be mailed to students in early June. A candidate failing 2 or more classes for spring semester is
not eligible for the squad. This includes an average of connection classes. Grades will be checked
by the coach at the beginning of June, if at that time the cheerleader does not meet eligibility the
student will forfeit his/her place on the squad and another student may be placed on the squad.
• Participate in all pre/post-game activities and preparations.
• Attend all games and practices.
• Participate in all playoff games regardless of holidays and All-star Cheerleading.
• Both participants and parents must understand the time involved in cheerleading: summer practice, after
school practice, games and competitions.
Cheerleading Cost (for the parents)
• Competition/Football- $600
o Includes: clothing, choreography, competition entry fees, team building, pregame meals,
CDA snacks, locker decorations
o An additional $350 per athlete will be paid directly to CDA for squad gym time
• Basketball- $400
o Includes: clothing, choreography and locker decorations
• Does not include misc. items throughout the season
**Clinic and tryouts are closed to ALL spectators. No one (parents, friends, etc.) will be
allowed to watch. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact any of the coaches.Basketball cheerleading Score Sheet
JUMPS
Candidate #_______________ Grand Total : ________ / 100
Category 5 Exceeds 3 meets 1 does not meet
Toe Touch
Jump of Choice
Cheer / Dance
Category 5 Exceeds 3 meets 1 does not meet
Cheer - - -
Knowledge
Motions/Sharpness
Presentation
Dance - - -
Timing/Knowledge
Motions
Presentation
Jump Total: _______________________
Cheer/Dance Total: ________________ x 3 = ______________________Football / Competition cheerleading Score Sheet
JUMPS
Candidate #_______________ Grand Total : ________ / 114
Category 5 Exceeds 3 meets 1 does not meet
Toe Touch
Jump of Choice
Cheer / Dance
Category 5 Exceeds 3 meets 1 does not meet
Cheer - - -
Knowledge
Motions/Sharpness
Presentation
Dance - - -
Timing/Knowledge
Motions
Presentation
Tumbling
Tumbling is one point per skill.
Standing Tumbling Point Running Tumbling Point
**All round off
Backhand spring backhand spring
Triple toe back hand spring double backhand spring
Back tuck Tuck
Back hand spring back tuck Backhand spring tuck
Toe back Backhand spring layout
Two backhand spring to layout Backhand spring full
Two backhand spring to full Specialty pass that ends in tuck/ higher
Total
Jump Total: _______________________
Cheer/Dance Total: ________________ x 3 = ______________________
Tumbling Total: ________________RIVERWATCH CHEERLEADING APPLICATION
Full Name: ___________________________________Date of Birth: ________
Upcoming Grade Level: _______ Q4 3rd Period Teacher: __________________
Address: _______________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: __________________________________________________
Home Phone: _____________________ Parent Cell #:____________________
Parent's Names: _________________________________________________
Circle ALL of the tumbling skills that apply to you WITHOUT A SPOT, on a high school
competition floor... this is NOT a spring floor.
Standing back handspring running handspring running handspring full
Standing back tuck running handspring tuck round-off tuck
Standing full running handspring lay-out Cart-Wheel Tuck
Triple-toe back handspring toe back tuck other: ___________
Have you had any stunting experience? If so, what positions are you most comfortable with or more
experienced in (example: flyer, back sport, side or main base or front)? BE HONEST!!!
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Please circle which team(s) you are interested, and eligible, to tryout for.
Note: Do NOT circle a squad unless you are willing to participate on that squad. However, you may
circle more than one squad.
Football/Comp. Basketball
** Disclaimer: I understand that I will only be considered for the squad(s) that I have selected. I
respect the decision of the coaches and know that all decisions are final at the conclusion of try-outs.
***I have read the information sheet on the cheerleading clinic and tryouts for the 2019-2020 school
year and understand both the time and financial commitment for the program(s).
Student signature: _______________________________
Parent signature: ________________________________Riverwatch Middle School
Emergency Information Form
Cheerleading
Athlete’s name: __________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________
Home Phone #:__________________________________________
Cell Phone#:____________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Information
Father: _________________________ Work phone: ___________________
Cell Phone: ________________
Mother: ________________________ Work phone: ___________________
Cell phone: ________________
Name of Primary Insurance: _________________________________________
Policy Number: ___________________________________________________
In case of an emergency, contact above persons or contact:
Name: _____________________________________
Phone: _______________________ Other: _____________________
Relationship: ________________________________
In case of an emergency involving my/our child, _____________________, and no contact indicated on
this form can be reached, I/we give permission to school personnel to arrange for the athlete to be
taken to a local emergency room and I/we authorize the hospital medical personnel to administer any
necessary medical care.
_____________________ _______________________________________
Date Parent/Guardian SignatureRiverwatch Middle School
Cheerleading Teacher Evaluation
Cheerleader: ________________________________________
Grade: ___________________________ Subject: ___________________________
Evaluation Scale:
1= poor 2= needs improvement 3= fair 4= above average 5= excellent
Ability to get along with others: __________
Attentiveness in class: ____________
Personality (role model for others): _______________
Quality of work in and out of class: _______________
Punctuality/ Reliability: __________________
General Attitude: __________________
Attendance Record: _________________
General grooming and appearance: _________________
Maturity: _________________
Comments:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________
Overall Recommendation: _____ Do Not Recommend
_____ Recommend
_____ Highly Recommend
Teacher: ____________________________________ Date: _________________
*** Due April 23, 2019
TEACHERS: Please place completed evaluations in Savanna Cash or Jessica Moon’s box or mail to
Riverwatch Middle School
ATTN: Savanna Cash or Jessica Moon
610 James Burgess Road
Suwanee, Georgia 30024Riverwatch Middle School
Cheerleading Teacher Evaluation
Cheerleader: ________________________________________
Grade: ___________________________ Subject: ___________________________
Evaluation Scale:
1= poor 2= needs improvement 3= fair 4= above average 5= excellent
Ability to get along with others: __________
Attentiveness in class: ____________
Personality (role model for others): _______________
Quality of work in and out of class: _______________
Punctuality/ Reliability: __________________
General Attitude: __________________
Attendance Record: _________________
General grooming and appearance: _________________
Maturity: _________________
Comments:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________
Overall Recommendation: _____ Do Not Recommend
_____ Recommend
_____ Highly Recommend
Teacher: ____________________________________ Date: _________________
*** Due April 23, 2019
TEACHERS: Please place completed evaluations in Savanna Cash or Jessica Moon’s box or mail to
Riverwatch Middle School
ATTN: Savanna Cash or Jessica Moon
610 James Burgess Road
Suwanee, Georgia 30024Riverwatch Middle School
Cheerleader Agreement
Student Name:_____________________________________________
Parent Agreement:
I/We, the parents of the above named student, have read the RMS cheerleader tryout
Guidelines and fully understand all the requirements, policies and consequences of improper
actions. I/We understand the coaches have final say in my/our child remaining on the squad.
I/We acknowledge that there are fees associated with this program, and if selected, the
balance of monies due will be paid in full by the due date given. If my child is dismissed from
the squad for any reason at any time, I/We fully understand that we will not be entitled to a
refund of any portion of the balance paid to the Athletic Department or any expanses paid to
the school. I/We agree to discuss all complaints, problems, or discussions first with the squad
coach, then the Athletic Director and finally the principal if the need arises. I/We realize that
cheering is a team effort and we may be called upon to help in some ways throughout the season
which are within our capacity to help. I/We understand that this is a time commitment. I/We
understand the importance of our student being present at every game, practice and
competition and are committed to help our student be in attendance.
Parent Signature: __________________________ Date: ___________
Student Agreement:
As a candidate for the RMS cheerleading program, I have fully read the Cheerleading Tryout
guidelines and fully understand what is expected of me to remain in good standing. I will keep
myself knowledgeable and informed of all rules, and realize that stringent consequences may be
invoked for poor behavior or inappropriate actions. I will do all that I can do to uphold the
honor of the RMS cheerleading program and Riverwatch Middle School, and will respect my
coach, my fellow team members, my school and all persons associated with the school and its
athletic programs at all times. I understand that this is a time commitment. I understand the
importance of being at EVERY game, practice and competition and am committed to be in
attendance.
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