• Oxford Charger Cheerleading Tryout Rubrics

    Cheer Tryout Rubric (90% of Overall Score)

    The following rubric will be used to rate candidates during cheer tryouts; it will count as 90% of each candidate’s overall tryout score.

    Category Evaluated Skills Total Possible Points
    Group Sideline Communication Skills:
    • Loud, clear voice; no singing
    • Facial expressions, energy, enthusiasm
    • Eye contact
    		 5
    Motion Techniques:
    • Arms and wrists held straight
    • Bold, sharp, controlled movements
    • Claps are sharp and loud; hands cupped
    • Fist closed correctly and facing the correct direction
    		 5
    Fight Song (OHS) /
    Group Dance (OMS)
    • Rhythm
    • Knowledge of Dance
    • Ripple Execution
    • Enthusiasm
    		 15
    Individual Cheer Communication Skills:
    • Loud, clear voice; no singing
    • Facial expressions, energy, enthusiasm
    • Eye contact
    		 10
    Tumbling:
    • Tuck = up to 5 points
    • Back Handspring (BHS) = up to 3 points
    		 5 or 3
    Motion Techniques:
    • Arms and wrists held straight
    • Bold, sharp, controlled movements
    • Claps are sharp and loud; hands cupped
    • Fist closed correctly and facing the correct direction
    		 15
    Overall Impression Showmanship 5
    Energy and Enthusiasm 5
    Run Out Spirit
    • Variety of Words
    • Crowd-engaging energy
    • Excitement
    • Smile
    		 10
    Jump
    • Height, pointed toes, technique
    • Toe touch
    		 5
    Tumbling
    (Candidates earn one score based on highest level landed.)    		 Best Running Skill:
    • Back Handspring (BHS) = 2 Points
    • Multiple BHS = 4 Points
    • Tuck = 6 Points
    • Layout = 8 Points
    • Full = 10 Points
    		 10
    Best Standing Skill:
    • Back Handspring (BHS) = 2 Points
    • Multiple BHS = 4 Points
    • Toe touch BHS = 6 Points
    • Tuck = 8 Points
    • Toe Touch Tuck = 10 Points
    		 10
    Total Score 100

    Cheer Clinic Evaluation Rubric (10% of Overall Score)

    The following rubric will be used to rate candidates during the cheer clinic; it will count as 10% of each candidate’s overall tryout score.

    Category Possible Score
    Clinic Attendance 5 Points
    (Attended 2 days)    		 0 Points
    (Did not attend 2 days; disqualified from tryouts)
    Clinic Punctuality 3 Points
    (On time for both clinic days)    		 2 Points
    (5 minutes late for one day)    		 1 Point
    (5 minutes late for both days)    		 0 Points
    (More than 5 minutes late on either day)
    Attitude & Cooperation
    (Attitude = positivity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn and participate. Cooperation = following clinic instructions and schedule.)    		 5 Points
    (Exceptional)    		 3 Points
    (Average)    		 1 Point
    (Needs Improvement)    		 0 Points
    (Unacceptable)
    Ability to Work with Others
    (Candidate is able to effectively communicate and cooperate with their tryout group and motivate peers.)    		 5 Points
    (Exceptional)    		 3 Points
    (Average)    		 1 Point
    (Needs Improvement)    		 0 Points
    (Unacceptable)
    Prepared & Responsible
    (Candidate’s physical was turned in, correct attire was worn, no jewelry, hair pulled back upon arrival.)    		 5 Points
    (Exceptional)    		 3 Points
    (Average)    		 1 Point
    (Needs Improvement)    		 0 Points
    (Unacceptable)
    School Attendance & Discipline Up to 10 Points
    Total Score Up to 33 Points
Last Modified on January 29, 2024