05/04/2026
Hey everyone! I can’t believe we’re already here, but cheer tryouts are just ONE WEEK away — and I want to make sure you feel ready and confident going in.
Here’s everything you need to know:
Clinics start on Monday, May 11 at 3:00 PM. If you’re a 5th grader, don’t stress — just come over when your school lets out. We’ll be excited to see you whenever you arrive!
Now, listen closely: your cheer packets are due Monday — the moment you walk into clinics. No packet, no participation. Please double-check that everything is filled out and signed.
You MUST have an athletic physical either already on file at Pryor or turned in to me on Monday. If you don’t, you’ll need to sit and observe clinics. This is a non-negotiable safety requirement, so make sure it’s taken care of ahead of time.
Clinics are your time to fine-tune your skills, get feedback, and learn from our current squad. They’re here to help you feel confident and prepared for tryouts!
You should be familiar with the following by Monday:
* The sideline chant
* The cheer
* The tryout dance
All of these are posted in the Band, so make sure you’re watching and practicing. I’ve updated some of the wording in the sideline chant and cheer to better reflect our Pryor Pirate Pride, so be sure to learn the new versions.
We’ll also have a mat out for tumbling, and if time allows, we may do some light stunting — so come dressed, stretched, and ready to go.
I’m so excited to see what you bring to the mat! This is your chance to show your spirit, skills, and determination — and we’re cheering you on every step of the way.
If you have any questions before Monday, don’t hesitate to reach out. Let’s make this an amazing tryout week — go Pirates!
