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The College of the Desert Cheerleading Squad is made up of a competitive squad of girls and also a co-ed team that perform and cheer at football, basketball, volleyball games and will travel to playoff games.

Audition Information

Tryouts are open to COD students and incoming freshmen, and transferring students that have enrolled at COD.

Recommended Skill Levels

General

  • Elite level of enthusiasm and technical cheer skills.  Must be totally commited and dedicated to the program.
  • Must be enrolled at College of the Desert as a full time student ( >12 units).
  • Must maintain a 2.0 GPA.

Co-ed

  • Tumblers-Standing tuck, round off hand spring layout.
  • Flyers-Toss stretch, double down cradle.
  • Flyers-Heel stretch full down.
  • Bases- Base liberty with one side spot.
  • Experience is not required. 
  • Participants must be able to lift 50 pounds and be able to participate in strength training.

Academic Support

Academic orientations are available for team members.

Additional Benefits

The College of the Desert Cheer Team is housed under the Athletic Department and is a club in the Associated Students of College of the Desert.  Some travel may be necessary. 

Contact Information

Cheer Coach, Sheila Ribas:  Ph: (760) 238-8899