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SPIRIT TEAMS
Cheerleading
For more than a decade K-State's cheer squad has been ranked as one of the top college squads in the nation. The team is known for its dedication to raising spirit for Wildcat athletics.
An equal number of males and females are selected each year for the varsity and junior varsity squads. Full-time K-State students, transfer students, and high school seniors who plan to attend K-State in the fall are eligible to try out. You must maintain a 2.0 GPA to remain on the squad.
Tryouts are held every May and also in September if positions are available. All tryout material is taught prior to the tryouts. Candidates are judged on their performance of the fight song, partner stunts, chants, and gymnastic ability. Women are also evaluated on a dance routine.
Cheerleading and gymnastic experience is highly recommended, but not required. Athletic ability; a good sense of rhythm, balance, and strength; and a willingness to learn are the main qualifications.
Learn about becoming a K-State spirit squad member
Fill out the online interest form
For more information, contact:
Al Enlow
Kansas State University
304 Ahearn Field House
Manhattan, KS 66506
785-532-7983
E-mail: aenlow@k-state.edu
Marching band
The Pride of Wildcat Land marching band consists of more than 300 students from every department and major on campus. The nationally renowned band performs at all home games, one Kansas City Chiefs game each year, and bowl games in support of the team.
High school band experience is a prerequisite, as is a willingness to work and a desire to have fun. You will experience lasting friendships, spirit, and tremendous pride as a member of the K-State marching band.
Fill out the online interest form
For more information, contact:
Dr. Frank Tracz
Director of Bands
Kansas State University
226 McCain Auditorium
Manhattan, KS 66506-4702
785-532-3816
E-mail: ftracz@k-state.edu
Classy Cats
The 24 ladies who make up the Classy Cats accompany the K-State marching band as a dance team and are an important part of the band. The Classy Cats perform at all home football games (pre-game, halftime, and sideline cheers). The squad also divides into smaller squads to perform at home volleyball and basketball games.
Auditions for the Classy Cats are held in the spring, and students are required to demonstrate skills in all types of dance. Prior knowledge of splits, leaps, pirouettes, toe touches, and jumps is recommended, as well as the ability to learn routines quickly.
Fill out the online interest form
For more information, contact:
Dr. Frank Tracz
Director of Bands
Kansas State University
226 McCain Auditorium
Manhattan, KS 66506-4702
785-532-3816
E-mail: ftracz@k-state.edu
Color guard
Comprised of approximately 24 students a year, the K-State color guard performs at all marching band functions. The guard uses a variety of show styles and performance equipment.
Auditions are held in the spring. Prior knowledge of color guard skills—basic spins and positions—and marching fundamentals is recommended.
Fill out the online interest form
For more information, contact:
Dr. Frank Tracz
Director of Bands
Kansas State University
226 McCain Auditorium
Manhattan, KS 66506-4702
785-532-3816
E-mail: ftracz@k-state.edu
Feature twirlers
Feature twirlers are a select unit of the K-State marching band. Often in the spotlight, the twirlers take part in all activities with the band. They are responsible for creating their own routines and for coordinating their field movements.
Audition requirements consist of a three- to five-minute routine to the music of your choice, a routine to the K-State fight song, and a demonstration of your marching stride while twirling. Auditions are held in the spring.
Fill out the online interest form
For more information, contact:
Dr. Frank Tracz
Director of Bands
Kansas State University
226 McCain Auditorium
Manhattan, KS 66506-4702
785-532-3816
E-mail: ftracz@k-state.edu
Willie the Wildcat
Everyone knows Willie the Wildcat. He is on hand for K-State sporting events and attends numerous special events on campus, in the community, and throughout the state.
Willie is selected based on the ability to entertain and create enthusiasm for K-State, especially at athletic events. Mascot tryouts are held in the spring in conjunction with cheer squad tryouts and include a clinic prior to the day of tryouts.
Candidates are judged on a comedy skit of their own creation. The skit can show crowd leadership skills, personality, humor, and creativity. No prior experience is required, just the desire to entertain Wildcat fans of all ages.
For more information, contact:
Al Enlow
Kansas State University
304 Ahearn Field House
Manhattan, KS 66506
785-532-7983
E-mail: aenlow@k-state.edu
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