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FIU Cheerleaders are Third in the Country! During preliminary competition, the Cheerleaders performed a flawless routine, finishing in fourth place and advancing to the finals. FIU finished sixth in the small co-ed division. The squad performs at men's and women's basketball and football games, numerous on-campus events, pep rallies, functions throughout our local community, Sun Belt Conference championships and the NCAA Tournament. Their focus is to improve school spirit, entertain and dazzle the FIU athletic supporters and student body with high-energy talent and athleticism. In addition, they will be striving to improve individually and as a team throughout the year preparing for national competitions. GO GOLDEN PANTHERS! For public appearances and performances, please contact the Athletic Department at (305) 348-6203 and submit requests in writing to: FIU Cheerleaders/Golden Dazzlers, University Park, GPA 261, Miami, Florida 33199.
Cheerleader Director/Coach
Maria George's extensive cheerleading background and experience set her apart from many hopefuls. Most currently, she was a professional cheerleader for the National Football League with the Miami Dolphins. A member of this elite cheerleading squad and organization (98-00), she was chosen as a member of the selective "show team" (travel squad) performing all over the world, in addition to, on the sidelines where she was a team co-captain. Miss George is now benefiting from her time with the Dolphins, as a member of the professional cheerleaders alumni. The PCA is a new organization consisting of alumni cheerleaders from the NFL and NBA, who raise money for women and children's charities. Also an entrepreneur, she is a partner in a planning and public relations company.
A collegiate cheerleader with the impressive Division I University of Pittsburgh Panthers, she was active with the dance team, Pantherette program and an instructor & trainer with the Elite cheerleading organization. On the cheerleading circuit, she was also chosen Division I-A All America. After receiving a B.A. in communications from Pittsburgh, Miss George started her own cheer/dance school in western Pennsylvania where her all-star competition squads were created. The Mon Valley All Stars and Steele City All Stars have captured numerous local, state, regional, and national titles under her direction. A successful businesswoman, entrepreneur, professional cheerleader, dancer, spokesperson, model and philanthropist, FIU is proud and excited to welcome her to our university. Squad History
The FIU Golden Panthers shocked the cheerleading world by bringing home the National Cheerleaders Association Grand National Championship Award. FIU defeated a favored Louisville in the finals, becoming the first team from Florida to win the national crown. After the team won the Division I title at Daytona Beach, it went on to compete against five-time champion Louisville and community college winner Miami-Dade for the Grand Nationals. The judges crowned the Golden Panthers as new champions with a team score of 9.4. It marked the first time that a Division I non-football school had ever beaten a Division I football squad in a head-to-head competition. Auditions The FIU Cheerleaders are always looking for talented women and men who wish to excel in the sport of cheerleading at a collegiate level. Auditions for spring 2008 are scheduled for a three-day audition process. Please note that attendance is mandatory for all three days: Requirements: Must be a full-time (12 credits) undergraduate or graduate student at FIU for the Fall 2008 semester with at least a 2.0 grade point average. If you are an incoming freshman or transfer student, you must provide a letter of acceptance into the university or if you have not yet been accepted by the audition date, you must provide verification that you have applied. All candidates MUST have health insurance coverage. A copy of your insurance card (front and back) must be turned in on the first day of auditions.
Areas of Judging: Personal interviews will be conducted during the first and second days of auditions.
Please keep in mind that we DO understand that many of you have not stunted with a male partner, this will not be held against you in scoring, and again, we are looking for potential. If you are experienced in stunting, please be prepared to demonstrate your most difficult skills. Motion Technique Fight Song Routine NOTE: Eliminations may begin as early as Day 1 of auditions. We are looking for athletic ability and potential. The best asset you can bring with you to these auditions is a positive mind set, eagerness to learn and your spirit! What to bring: Please download all required forms from www.fiucheerleading.com and fill out completely prior to first day of auditions in order to cut down on the registration time. Attire: You must present a "clean cut" image to be selected as a team member. Show your personal style at auditions with hair bows, etc., but follow the above dress codes. Video Auditions All of the above requirements must be demonstrated and ALL forms (downloaded from http://www.fiucheerleading.com/) must be completed and included in your audition packet. You will be notified on May 3 after final auditions via e-mail if you have made the squad. Video auditions are for those who live out of the state of Florida or cannot be present during the audition process.
For further information, please contact Maria George (FIU Cheer Director/Head Coach) and Racquel Duncombe (Assistant Cheer Coach) at (305) 348-6203, or send an email to fiucheer@fiu.edu.
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