PEORIA, Ill. – The Bradley University Cheer Team is hosting tryouts for the 2024-25 season from May 4-5 at Renaissance Coliseum.  

On May 4, tryouts will begin with the learning of the BU Fight Song and A Bradley Cheer from 10-12. After the 12-1 lunch break, day one will conclude with stunts and tumbling from 1-3. 

The following day, a review of the BU Fight Song and A Bradley Cheer will be from 10-11 followed by stunts and tumbling from 11-12. Following another 12-1 lunch break, tryouts will be conducted at 1:00. Results from the tryouts will be posted at 3:00 with a team meeting. 

Common FAQ's: 

Q: What should I wear to tryouts?

A: Please wear anything Bradley colors or Bradley. Please do not wear anything that says Bradley cheer on it. 

Q: Are there tryout requirements for stunts and tumbling?

A: No! There are no specific requirements. We would like you to come and show everything you have! If you can stunt in more than one position, be ready to show that? 

Q: Can I try out virtually?

A: No! We will not be accepting any virtual or video tryouts. We will have a second tryout in the fall!

Q: How many cheerleaders are you taking for the team?

A: We will take up to 24 cheerleaders. 

Contact the Coaches: 

Head Coach: Amanda Rockhold (309) 642-0085

Assistant Coach: Darby Brenkman (309) 678-6994

Please text both coaches in a group message. This allows them to both stay in the loop. They will get back to you as quickly as they can.