The University of North Carolina has been running the cheerleading team since 1914, performing at the Tar Heels sporting event. They often participate in cheerleading competitions at the national level. There are currently two teams: JV (Junior Varsity) and Varsity.
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History
In 1914, Frank Porter Graham was the first student to organize cheerleaders at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. According to The Daily Tar Heel, Graham said, "I tried to come out for the baseball team, but I did not make a regular squad.As a substitute I have a habit of leading cheers when I'm not needed.The next thing I know I is a cheerleader. "Graham was replaced by Charlie Coggins, Kay Kyser, Billy Arthur, Vic Huggins, Norm Sper and other famous university figures. In 1940, the university officially approved the transition of the program to the joint team.
National recognition
The UNC cheerleading team was ranked fifth in the country by the ICF in 1974, and third in 1975. It won the CBS National Collegiate Cheerleading Championship in 1978 and became runner-up in 1979. Then he won the UCA National Division IA 1994 and 1997 Division of NCA IA. The cheering team is part of the National Cheerleading Association, created to ensure the safety of cheerleaders around the world. To have a team of cheerleaders at the university, the team must be associated with a national cheerful association. This will not only give credibility to the team, but will ensure the safety of the cheerleaders. The National Cheerleaders Association has rules in place, such as concussion tests, complainants, and medical treatment to cheerleaders to prevent injuries
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Team
The UNC cheerleading program consists of two co-ed teams: JV and Varsity. Both teams cheered for home football matches and Varsity traveled to an away game. In the winter, the JV squad cheers for all the women's basketball games and Varsity in all the men's basketball games at home. Both teams cheered for their respective teams during the ACC and NCAA basketball tournaments.
Varsity
The Varsity squad generally consists of 15-20 members with 6-8 male base pairs and female flyers, as well as 2-4 female tumblers. Varsity members include seniors, juniors and second year.
Junior Varsity
The JV cheerleading team of 2012 has about 40 members. The co-ed team also consists of male base, female leaflets, and women's glasses. In addition to participating in home football and women's basketball games, JV squad members attended UNC volleyball matches, men's soccer games, and gymnastics matches. In general, members are required to entertain at least one year in the JV before moving on to Varsity. The majority of members in the JV are underclassmen. One of the reasons behind the formation of a JV team is for members of the squad who are not ready for the skill level or leadership of the Varsity team. With the JV team, cheerleaders can still get a similar experience from a Varsity cheerleader but at a less intense level. In many schools, the JV team is used to prepare squad members for the Varsity experience in the future.
Training schedule
Varsity and JV Exercises are held twice a week, and there are additional weight sessions. Prior to home football, UNC's cheerleading training program with Marching Tar Heels at Navy Field to coordinate pre-match football performances.
Community outreach
The UNC cheerleading team considers itself an integral part of the Carolina community. Each year the team is committed to giving back to the city and campus. In the past, members had made visits to local hospitals, appeared at various charity events, volunteered on campus and made appearances on behalf of the athletic community. Carolina cheerleaders recently participated in local 5ks (Get Heeled, Fitness World of Durham), UNC Dance Marathon, and local school health and book fair.
Coach staff
- Brown Walters, Varsity Head Coach
- Curt Brossman, Head Coach Junior Varsity
- Kristin Hackett, Head Coach Junior Varsity
- Taylor Pandich, Assistant Varsity Junior Coach
- Ryan Kollist, Tumbling Coach
- Andrei Robinson, Tumbling Coach
Tryouts
Cheerleading exams are usually held in the fall during the second week of school. Trials were also held in April. High school students are entitled to try in April if they have been admitted to university for initial admissions. Those who make the team in the spring are asked to participate in summer training in preparation for the upcoming season. During the pilot process, the trainer determines the skill level of each athlete, potential, leadership ability, and audience attendance. Trainers tend to look for experienced leaflets and glasses. The trial lasts about 3 hours and all prospective athletes must have the required documents filled and Approved by Sports Medicine prior to the trial. Two trials are held throughout the year: Fall and Spring Trials. During Autumn, trials are usually held during the second week of school. In Spring, high school students are entitled to try in April and May if they have been accepted at the university. One of the main parts of the trial is the test garments. Athletes should come dressed up ready for exercise. The girls have to wear their hair half and half down or along the path in the ponytail. Suitable shoe boots will be worn all the time.
Skill requirements
Female
Female Junior Varsity
Varsity Females
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