With the school year coming to a close, graduation is on the brain.  For most seniors that means making plans for college.  If any of you think you would like to cheer in college but aren’t sure what to do, I hope these ideas point you in the right direction.

 The first and most important thing to remember is that you must be admitted to the school of your choice before you can try out.  So, even if you’re not completely sure where you’d like to go, apply to some of your top choices.  Whether or not you make the squad, you will have created options for yourself academically.  

 Next, the good news is most schools have their tryouts in the spring so they are either going on or are about to happen.  Even though it is a bit late in the game, it’s not too late.  The best thing to do is get on the website for the school you’re interested in and find out what the requirements are for the team you want to be on.  Most programs have an application you can download online.  Also, double check the exact tryout date to be sure you have time to apply.

 Another thing to consider is, just like any other athletic activity, when you move to the collegiate level, it’s more demanding and difficult.  That isn’t meant to be discouraging, just to give a realistic idea of what to expect.  Ultimately, I think the decision of where you will go to college should be based on academics rather than athletics, but there is nothing wrong with doing both.  It is important to get on the ball though, if you haven’t applied to schools, get to it.

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