Department of Athletics and Recreation

Athletics & Recreation

Saint Mary's University Cheerleading Team

Updated Mar 1/2010

MARITIME MELTDOWN 2-day CHAMPIONS!

Halifax Cheer Elite Competition Cheer Extreme Competition

2009-2010 Cheerleading Team

Seated: L to R: Kate Boutilier, Melissa Dujay, Courtney Elliott, Allison Garroway, Stephanie MacPherson

Standing: Rebecca Bruce, Sarah Lawrence, Antionia Mavrogiannis, Stephanie Saunders, Celia MacKenzie, Rebecca Sigrist, Ashley Carpenter, Carla Nicholson, Janelle Bourinot, Emily McKenney

Standing in stunt: Brittany Muise, Melissa Douglas, Caitlin Fullarton, Trena Cottrell, Jessica Cassaway

2008-2009 Cheerleading Team

Left to right back row:
Adam Brake, Lisa Andrusyk, Kinga Harsanyi, Yasmin Hanna, Stephanie Saunders, Alyssa Smith, Molly Spinney, Kaeli-Ann Hillier, Rebeca Queiroz, Thais Rodrigues
Left to right front row:
Hilary Parlee, Kate Boutilier, Allison Garroway, Andrea McCabe, Morgan Ross, Chaylene Sarty, Veronica Burke, Emalie McKenney, Monique Johnson

About The Team

Each athlete who makes the team has been recruited on the basis of expertise, experience and dedication to Saint Mary’s University (SMU) cheerleading team. SMU cheerleading maintains a philosophy of assisting athletes in reaching their highest potential in a positive and safe environment. SMU cheerleading fosters fitness, health, and fun through recreational and competitive programs.

Tryout Process

Tryouts will consist of a variety of cheerleading skill assessments and athletic ability evaluations, which include, but are not limited to, endurance, strength, jumps, and flexibility tests. Tryouts are conducted in a fun environment. Coaches are looking for hard working athletes who demonstrate potential, willingness to accept direction, mindfulness to safety, and a desire to contribute to a positive team environment. Cheerleading experience is an asset; however, dedication and willingness to learn act as an attribute.

Attendance Policy

SMU cheerleading athletes are expected to attend ALL practices. The success of the team and its performances solely depend on the commitment of each team member. Athletes unable to commit to the practice and performance schedules should reconsider trying out for the team. The investment of money, time and energy will result in immense benefits.

The nature of cheerleading is such that one team member’s absence will hinder the overall performance of the team for an upcoming game or event. While we recognize that there are circumstances under which an absence is required, we need all participants and parents to understand that an accrual of absences, regardless of reason, WILL result in a significant reduced role in the competition routines and MAY result in dismissal from the team. WE DO NOT EXCUSE ATHLETES FOR FAMILY CELEBRATIONS OR EVENTS WITH FRIENDS THAT COULD BE ORGANIZED FOR A DATE/TIME OTHER THAN THE DATE/TIME allotted for practices, games, and competition.

Fundraising

During the year we will be organizing fundraising events to help lower the cost of accommodation, travel, uniforms, cheer gear, and competition fees.

Game Schedule

The games we will be cheering at are noted in the calendar on our website: www.smucheerleading.webs.com