Alcorn Cheer Announces Tryouts Information

LORMAN, Miss. – Under the direction of head coach Dr. Timothy D. Queen, Alcorn Cheer announced the process for 2026-27 tryouts on Monday, Feb. 16, with a host of information pertinent to the process and more.
 
Designed to identify student-athletes who exemplify excellence in spirit, performance, academics, and character, the three-round selection process reflects the program's commitment to maintaining a championship standard.
 
The Alcorn Cheerleading Program continues to build a culture where "The Standard is the Standard" – a philosophy rooted in consistent excellence, academic accountability, leadership, discipline, and pride in representing The Reservation.
 
"At Alcorn, we are building more than a cheer team. We are building leaders," said Dr. Queen. "We are looking for disciplined, driven, and dedicated student-athletes who are committed to excellence in the classroom, in performance, and in character. Our expectation is simple: excellence is not occasional … it is the standard."
 
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TRYOUT OVERVIEW
Cheerleading tryouts will consist of three rounds, with final in-person evaluations taking place April 17–18, 2026. All candidates must meet eligibility requirements and submit required materials by the stated deadlines to be considered.
 
ROUND I – Application Submission
Deadline: March 27, 2026 (5:00 PM CST)
To advance to Round II, applicants must submit:

• Completed digital registration form
• $50 non-refundable tryout fee
• 2-minute introduction video
• All required documentation emailed to cheer@alcorn.edu

 
Introduction Video Requirements:
Applicants must include:

• Name
• Hometown
• Classification/Grade
• Position (Flyer, Side Base, Main Base)
• Explanation of why they want to cheer at Alcorn State University

 
Each participant will receive a tryout number to be used throughout the process.
Candidates selected to advance will receive an email with instructions and a private YouTube link for Round II submission.
 
ROUND II – Video Submission
Videos Due: April 3, 2026, at Noon
Required Video Components:

• State name and assigned tryout number
• Tumbling (must be performed again at Round III; no spring floor)
• Required jumps (Toe Touch, Herkie, Pike, Jump Series)
• Fight Song
• One original cheer
• One original chant

 
Tumbling Minimums:

• Best running tumbling pass (minimum: Back Handspring series)
• Best standing tumbling skill (minimum: Standing Tuck)

 
Attire Requirement: Black top and black bottoms only
Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
 
ROUND III – In-Person Tryouts (Invite Only)
April 17–18, 2026
Both days are mandatory.

• Friday: Mandatory stunt clinic
• Saturday: Official tryout day

 
Stunting Requirements
All-Girl (Minimum):

• Full-Up Extension
• Full Down
• Toss Liberty
• Toss Extension
• Pike Front Dismount

 
Co-Ed (Minimum):

• Toss
• Toss Extension
• Toss Cradle
• Choice Skill (most advanced skill demonstrated)

 
A cheer and one-minute dance will be taught on-site.
All required documentation — including medical paperwork — must be presented in person upon arrival for Round III.
 
ELIGIBILITY & REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Completed Registration Form (due March 27, 2026)
• Unofficial transcripts (current students & transfers)
• Acceptance letter (incoming freshmen & transfers)
• Medical documentation (within last 6 months):
  • Physician clearance form
  • Sickle cell test results
  • Negative COVID-19 test (within 5 days of tryouts)
• $50 non-refundable tryout fee

 
All materials must be emailed to cheer@alcorn.edu no later than March 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST.
 
Vision & Mission
 
Vision:
The Alcorn State University Cheerleading Program will set and uphold a championship standard of excellence in spirit, performance, competition, and character — becoming a model HBCU program where excellence is not occasional, but the expectation.
 
Mission:
The program is committed to:

• Consistent excellence in performance and preparation
• Academic accountability and personal growth
• Leadership, discipline, and integrity
• Honoring tradition while embracing innovation
• Serving and representing the Alcorn community with class

 
Through unity, hard work, and purpose, every rep, every performance, and every action will reflect the high standard expected of Alcorn State University Cheerleaders.
 
For additional information, please contact:
Alcorn State University Cheer Program at cheer@alcorn.edu.