University of Oklahoma Cheerleading Tryout Guide
Planning to try out for the University of Oklahoma cheerleading team? This guide covers everything you need to know about University of Oklahoma cheer tryouts, including requirements, skills evaluated, and preparation tips. Located in Norman, Oklahoma, University of Oklahoma competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big 12.
About the University of Oklahoma Cheer Program
The University of Oklahoma cheerleading program supports university athletics and represents the school at competitions, games, and community events. The program values athletic excellence, school spirit, and teamwork.
Tryout Requirements
- Enrollment: Currently enrolled OU student or admitted incoming student
- GPA: Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA required
- Physical: Must pass a physical examination
- Insurance: Proof of health insurance required
- Experience: Previous cheerleading experience recommended
Skills Evaluated at Tryouts
- Tumbling: Standing back handspring required; running tumbling preferred
- Stunting: Coed stunting abilities evaluated
- Jumps: All cheer jumps evaluated
- Motions: Game-day motion technique
- Voice: Ability to lead the OU crowd at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium
Preparation Tips
- Learn OU traditions: Know “Boomer Sooner” and the OU chant
- Practice coed stunting: OU is a coed program – work on your positions with our flyer guide and base guide
- Build tumbling: More skills = more competitive – see our back handspring guide
- Condition for game day: Build your stamina with home conditioning workouts
- Show Sooner spirit: OU values tradition and authentic enthusiasm
What to Expect on Tryout Day
On tryout day, arrive early with all required materials. The typical process includes:
- Registration and check-in
- Group warm-up and stretching
- Individual skill evaluation (tumbling, stunting, jumps)
- Material learning (fight song, cheers, band dances)
- Group performance evaluation
- Interview with coaching staff
After Tryouts
Results are typically announced within 24-48 hours. If selected, attend the mandatory team meeting. If not selected, ask coaches for feedback to improve before next tryouts.
More University Tryout Guides
See our other guides: Kentucky, Alabama, Ohio State, Florida, General Tryout Tips.
