University of Texas at Austin Cheerleading Tryout Guide
If you are planning to try out for the University of Texas at Austin cheerleading team, you need to be prepared. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about University of Texas at Austin cheer tryouts, from requirements and expectations to preparation tips that will help you stand out. Located in Austin, Texas, University of Texas at Austin competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big 12 conference.
About the University of Texas at Austin Cheer Program
The University of Texas at Austin cheerleading program is a respected NCAA Division I program that supports the university athletic teams and competes at regional and national competitions. The team performs at football and basketball games, community events, and represents University of Texas at Austin with pride and spirit throughout the year.
Tryout Requirements
Before attending tryouts, make sure you meet all requirements:
- Enrollment: Currently enrolled UT student or admitted incoming student
- GPA: Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
- Physical: Must pass a physical examination
- Insurance: Proof of health insurance required
- Experience: Previous cheerleading experience required for Varsity; Spirit squad may accept beginners
Skills Evaluated at Tryouts
The University of Texas at Austin coaching staff evaluates the following skills during tryouts:
- Tumbling: Standing back handspring required for Varsity; running tumbling preferred
- Stunting: Coed stunting technique; females demonstrate flying positions
- Jumps: All jumps evaluated – toe touch technique and height are critical
- Motions: Sharp, game-day appropriate motion technique
- Spirit: Voice projection and ability to lead the Hook Em Horns crowd
How to Prepare for University of Texas at Austin Tryouts
Here are our top preparation tips specific to University of Texas at Austin tryouts:
- Learn Texas traditions: Know “The Eyes of Texas” and Hook Em Horns hand signal perfectly
- Practice coed stunting: Texas is a coed program – work on your body positions with our flyer guide
- Build tumbling: More tumbling skills = more competitive – see our tumbling tips
- Prepare for the Texas heat: Game days in Austin are hot – build your stamina
- Show Texas-sized spirit: Confidence and enthusiasm are valued as much as athletic ability
What to Expect on Tryout Day
On tryout day, arrive early with all required materials. You will typically go through:
- Registration and check-in
- Warm-up and stretching period
- Skill evaluation (tumbling, stunting, jumps)
- Material learning session (fight song, sideline cheers)
- Performance evaluation in small groups
- Individual interviews with coaches
After Tryouts
Results are typically posted within 24-48 hours. If you make the team, there will be a mandatory team meeting to discuss practice schedules, expectations, and next steps. If you do not make the team, ask the coaches for feedback – this information is invaluable for improving before your next opportunity.
More Tryout Guides
Check out our other university tryout guides: Iowa State, James Madison, Wake Forest, West Virginia. Also see our general tryout tips guide and tryout preparation overview.
