Welcome to the home of the University of West Alabama Cheerleading program! Squad members promote spirit and support UWA Athletics including cheering on the sidelines of every home football game in Tiger Stadium as well as home basketball games inside Pruitt Hall. UWA Cheerleaders also travel to cheer at selective away football games, GSC basketball tournaments and NCAA tournaments.
UWA Cheerleaders are committed to representing the University of West Alabama and are active in appearances for the university and the Livingston community. These events include pre-game pep rallies, half-time and sideline routines at football and basketball games and more!
Tryout Information
If you are interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 UWA Cheerleading squad, information will be available soon.
Luie the Tiger!
For over 50 years, Luie has roamed the sidelines at UWA athletic challenges! He can also be seen at numerous events across campus as a true ambassador of our UWA community. He loves cheering on the Tiger family both on and off the field.
Request an appearance from Luie
Terms and Conditions
The following terms and conditions apply to all Luie appearances:
- Luie does not do private events (e.g., weddings, birthday parties) or any promotional events. All events must be sponsored by The University of West Alabama or approved through the Office of Student Life at UWA.
- A minimum of two (2) weeks notice must be met for all requests for Luie to appear.
- A private and lockable place for Luie to change must be provided if the appearance is outside of the Livingston area.
- Requests are not guaranteed. A confirmation email will be sent to verify the request.
For assistance, please email studentlife@uwa.edu or cheer@uwa.edu.
UWA Cheerleading Frequently Asked Questions
The number of cheerleaders on the squad (16-20 members) is determined by the Head coach.
Yes, but you must be accepted to UWA.
Yes, all appropriate forms can be found in the tryouts section on the website. There is a $20.00 non-refundable tryout fee.
No, tryouts will be closed to the public.
Yes, but there are a limited number available. You can receive a scholarship per semester. Not all chosen to be on the team are awarded a scholarship. Scholarships are awarded at the discrepancy of the head coach.
Everyone on the squad must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to remain on the team. To try out for the team, you must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher and be accepted to UWA. If you are conditionally accepted, you can make the team but must be unconditionally accepted by the end of the summer to participate with the team.
Tryouts are held on campus in Hughes Gym.
Standing Skills
- Back hand spring
- Best standing pass (standing tuck) – preferred
Running Skills
- Best running pass (BHS, tuck, layout, full) – preferred
Stunting
All-Girl Flyers:
- Quick toss platform
- 3 body positions on one leg
- Full down (cradle) from one leg
- Elite stunt with a release (switch up or Tic-toc) or a full up to the top
All Girl Bases:
- Quick toss platform
- Hold a one-leg stunt with a full down cradle
- Elite stunt with a release (switch up or Tic-toc) or a full up to the top
No, however appropriate appearance and build are important to the safety of the person.
The squad is selected based on the requirements and ability to represent UWA. This is done by the head coach and athletic administration.
Practice can be up to 3 days per week. Practice and times are determined by the coach.
Yes, there will be some mandatory practices in the months of May-July.
The Cheerleading program is responsible for all travel and practice clothes.
- Returner: $100.00 Cheer Fee.
- Rookie: $100.00 Cheer Fee and $125.00 Uniform Fee for a total of $225.00.
Yes, but it must be a flexible employer as team commitment is a priority.
Yes, but team commitment is a priority.
- Football
- Men’s Basketball
- Women’s Basketball
- Volleyball
Yes, there is a travel team that will cheer at selected away football games and the GSC men’s & women’s conference basketball tournament plus any post-season play.
Yes, there are many appearances throughout the year that the cheerleaders are required to attend.
Currently, we are only a Game Day program.
All academic rules and tryout rules above apply to mascot tryouts. Tryout day: mascots will try out after cheerleader tryouts are complete. You must come with a 1-minute routine including props, music and anything else you may need. Mascot tryouts are performed in front of all cheerleading tryout participants. Height minimum applies.