Mascot Tryout Packet - University of Arizona Athletics

The University of Arizona
WILBUR AND WILMA WILDCAT
2013 Mascot Tryouts
Packet Information
• Check List
• Timeline
• General Information (Mission, Skills, Expectations, Commitment, and Benefits)
• History
• Tryout Process
• Evaluation Sheet
• Application/Information Sheet
• Application Questions
• Recommendation Form
• Assumption of Risk, Indemnity and Release from Liability Form
• Medical Release Form-FOR FINALISTS ONLY
• Finalists Instructions

THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
2013 MASCOT TRYOUTS CHECKLIST
Please make sure to return all paperwork by Friday, February 8, 2013 by 5:00PM.
Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the deadline will not be
accepted. Please use this checklist to assist you with submitting the necessary
paperwork for the 2013 Mascot Tryouts and enclose this form with your completed
application. If you are an incoming Freshman, please send to (must be received by
2/6/13):
The University of Arizona
Attn: UA Cheerleaders & Mascots
1 National Championship Drive, #N301
Tucson, AZ 85721
Application Form/Information Sheet
Application Questions
_______
_______
Letter of Recommendation and Signed Recommendation Form _______
(In signed back flap sealed envelope)
* This must be submitted on time or you will not be allowed to continue in the tryout process.
Assumption of Risk, Indemnity and Liability Release
Medical Release (only for selected Finalists)
Verification of Enrollment & Unofficial Transcript
Current UA Student- Go to the UA Registrar
Office and Request a Verification of Enrollment
& Unofficial Transcript or Print off UAccess
High School Student – Copy of current high school
transcript and Verification of UA Acceptance
_______
_______
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$25.00 NON-REFUNDABLE Application Fee _______

(Checks made payable to The University of Arizona Cheerleaders & Mascots Program)
(Please Print Legibly)
Last Name: ________________________ First Name:________________________
Friday, February 8, 2013
The University of Arizona
2013 Mascot Tryouts Timeline
APPLICATION DEADLINE
All paperwork listed on the checklist must be submitted by 5:00 PM in
The Jim Click Hall of Champions, McKale Office - Room N301
(McKale Memorial Center – 1 National Championship Drive)
Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the deadline will
not be accepted.
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Preliminary Interviews Scheduling
(You will be notified via email and/or phone)
Monday or Tuesday, February 11 and 12 , 2013
Preliminary Interviews (Times to be Determined).
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Finalists selected and notified.
Friday, February 15, 2013
Props must be approved and Medical Release Form Due
(Finalists ONLY)

Sunday, February 17, 2013
MASCOT FINALS - McKale Memorial Center
Perform as Wilbur or Wilma T. Wildcat at the Arizona
Women’s Basketball game vs. Utah – Game Time: 5:00PM
(Physical tryout)

Mission:
The University of Arizona Cheerleaders & Mascots
General Information
A non-competitive co-ed cheerleading and mascots program who will promote crowd interaction and school spirit through
cheering, tumbling, stunts, dance, and interactive crowd participation. Act as a representative of The University of Arizona
student body and alumni at University functions and public appearances.
Skill Requirements:
Expectations:
Must be spirited and enthusiastic
Must have excellent crowd interaction
Must interact well with kids
Must be able to execute one-arm push-ups in suit (Wilbur only)
Must be in excellent physical condition
Must be able to handle/deal with negativity from opposing teams’ fans; always stay positive
Must have strong leadership skills
Must be accountable, timely and responsible
Must be positive and respect your teammates, coach and advisor
Commitment:
Wilbur - Perform at all home Football and Men’s Basketball games, select home Women’s Basketball games,
select home Volleyball games, select home Baseball games, and travel on occasion (Football and Basketball)
Wilma – Perform at all home Women’s Volleyball and Women’s Basketball games, select home Men’s
Basketball games, select home Football games, select home Gymnastics meets, select home Softball games,
and travel on occasion (Women’s Basketball)
Benefits:
Must commit to program as a mascot for two years
Must attend a minimum of 20-community service appearances per year
Must pay membership dues of $150 per school year, fundraise $300-$500 per year
Must attend an average of 3 practices per month (at Coach’s discretion) and conditioning practices
Must be available for bi-weekly Mascots meetings
Must be available for Training Camp practices and workouts beginning late-July/early August
Must maintain a minimum semester and cumulative GPA of 2.00
Must commit to approximately 25-30 hours per week (appearances, games, practices, and workouts)
Must participate in program fundraising
Nike Attire (warm-ups, practice t-shirts, practice shorts, travel bag, shoes, etc.)
Affiliation with one of the Top-20 Athletics Departments in the country
Occasional and/or possible travel for Football games, Post-season Men’s and Women’s Basketball games,
Volleyball and Final Four
Ability to see a nutritionist and have a custom nutritional plan developed
Use of Athletics Department Strength and Conditioning Center and a customized training program
provided by a Strength Coach
Access to Athletics Department team physicians and athletic trainers in the Kasser Sports Medicine
Center
Use of the Athletics Department Academic Center with 50-work station computer lab

The University of Arizona
Mascot Program – Wilbur and Wilma Wildcat
History
The University of Arizona Wildcats got their name after a hard fought football
game against the Occidental College Tigers on November 7, 1914. A Los Angeles
Times Columnist wrote that the Arizona team showed the fight of Wildcats. The
University of Arizona’s original mascot was a live bobcat purchased by the freshman
football team. The team presented the bobcat as a gift to the student body in October,
1915. Shortly thereafter, the bobcat was named Rufus Arizona after the President of
the University. Rufus Arizona died in the line of duty in April, 1916. While live
mascots were used on and off for the next several years, two students decided it was
time to give Arizona a mascot with a more human look and personality.
Wilbur T. Wildcat was born in 1959 and was first introduced at the
Arizona/Texas Tech football game. Although the first costume was very cartoony
with big rounded eyes, a button-nose, and a curved black line for a mouth, Wilbur was
an immediate hit with both the student body and the fans. Wilbur then saw several
costume changes, but the basic concept of a mascot head and furry human-like body
has remained.
Wilma T. Wildcat was born in the early 1980's. She made her first appearance
in March 1986 on a blind date with Wilbur. In November, 1986, Wilbur and Wilma
exchanged vows and were married at the Arizona/Arizona State football game during
half time. In November, 2006, Wilbur and Wilma renewed their wedding vows to
celebrate their 20 th anniversary, at the Arizona/Arizona State football game.
Both Wilbur and Wilma are very committed and attend men’s and women’s
Basketball, Football, and Women’s Volleyball games, and they are responsible for
attending several community & University based appearances.

TRYOUT PROCESS:
COMPLETED APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Friday, February 8, 2013 by 5:00PM
In the Jim Click Hall of Champions, #N301
NO EXCEPTIONS
1. Applications and all appropriate forms are due by Friday, February 8, 2013, no later than 5:00
PM in McKale Memorial Center - The Jim Click Hall of Champions, Room N301 (Community
Relations Office). Make sure to submit application and forms along with the $25.00 nonrefundable
application fee (checks can be made payable to The University of Arizona
Cheerleaders & Mascots Program). Application packets received after the deadline, or
incomplete, will not be considered!
2. After review of all applications, selected applicants will be notified and will be asked to sign-up
for an interview time, to be held on Monday or Tuesday, February 11 or 12, 2013. (Interviews
will last for roughly 20 minutes).
3. Finalists (a maximum of 6) will be selected (based on interviews) to audition at the Arizona
Women’s Basketball Game vs. Utah on Sunday February 17, 2013 starting at 5:00 PM.
4. All finalists will need to obtain either a pre-participation physical from Campus Health (please
call 520-621-9202) or have their own physician sign and date the Medical Release Form, prior
to February 15 th .
5. The selected Mascots will begin immediately upon their selection!!

The University of Arizona
2013 Mascot Tryouts - Evaluation Sheet
Application Questions:
Reference:
Interview:
Final Performance:
Enthusiasm-
Creativity-
Interaction with fans, peers, and children-
Understanding of the sport-
Judgment (reaction to surroundings and the game)-
Interaction with cheerleaders and the band-
Portrayal of emotion-
Animation-
Character Definition/Development-
Overall Presence-
Total -
Musical Reaction/Freestyle:
TRYOUTS TOTAL
20 points
20 points
100 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
10 points
100 points
20 points
260 points

Please print
The University of Arizona Cheerleading and Mascot
Application/Information Sheet
Full Legal Name: _________________________________________________________
Parent(s) Name(s):________________________________________________________
UA Student ID: __________________________________________________________
Wilbur or Wilma
Please circle one
Date of Birth: _______________________________
UA Email Address: ________________________________________
PERMANENT CONTACT INFORMATION
SCHOOL CONTACT INFORMATION
STREET
CITY
STATE
ZIP CODE
PHONE ( ) ( )
Primary Insurance Company:_________________________________________________________________________________
Insurance Policy Number: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Height: _______’_______” Waist Size: ___________ Weight: _______________ LBS.
Shoe Size (exact): Women: ______________ Men: _______________
Please circle the correct size:
Warm-ups XS S M L XL XXL
T-shirts XS S M L XL XXL
Sweatshirt XS S M L XL XXL
Polo XS S M L XL XXL
Shorts XS S M L XL XXL
Sports Bra
(female)
Compression
Shorts (male)
XS S M L XL XXL
XS S M L XL XXL
Major in School: _______________________________________________
Expected Graduation Date: ________________
Enrollment Status: ( FR SO JR SR GRAD )
Cumulative Grade Point Average: ______________________
Fall 2012 Semester GPA:______________________________
College (i.e., BPA, Arts, Sciences, etc.):_____________________________________________________________________
MY SIGNATURE BELOW CONFIRMS THAT I AM CURRENTLY ENROLLED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
(12 UNITS UNDERGRADUATE, 6 UNITS GRADUATE).
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
SIGNATURE
DATE

WILBUR or WILMA the Wildcat – APPLICATION QUESTIONS
This position is for the mascots at The University of Arizona - Wilbur and Wilma Wildcat. The mascots serve as goodwill ambassadors for the
University, the Athletics Department, and the local community. Certain expectations exist for the standards of behavior and time commitments.
Please consider very carefully your commitment to the University and to this position before applying. Please note: THERE MUST BE A TWO-
YEAR COMMITMENT IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION. (Should you be selected as Wilbur or Wilma Wildcat, your
position will last for 2 academic years).
Please answer the following questions. Limit answers to the spaces provided.
1. Why do you want to be a mascot at The University of Arizona
2. What are some ideas you have for promoting or portraying a mascot at the University of Arizona
3. What expectations do you have about being a mascot
4. How would your best friend describe you
5. List other organizations you are a member of on campus or in the community.
6. In your opinion, what is the role of Wilbur and Wilma T. Wildcat with the community and the University
7. How do you feel about being anonymous
9. Do you have your own vehicle while here in Tucson YES _____ NO _____
If you do not have a vehicle, how do you plan on getting to and from required appearances

The University of Arizona
Mascot Program – Wilbur and Wilma Wildcat
2013 Recommendation
All Mascot applicants must submit one letter of recommendation. Applicants should complete this form and the
reference should mail this form with their letter of recommendation to the address listed below. The
recommendation cannot be from family members, current UA Cheerleader/Mascots, UA Cheerleading and
Mascot Coach, or UA Cheerleading and Mascot Advisor.
The recommendation letter must be received by February 8, 2013. If not received by this date, the
application will be denied. Recommenders must enclose this signed form along with their letter of
recommendation. Please send letter of recommendation and form in a sealed envelope with recommender’s
signature on the sealed back flap. Send to:
The University of Arizona
Attn: Roberta Quiroz
UA Cheerleaders & Mascots
1 National Championship Drive, Room N301
Tucson, AZ 85721
Mascot Applicant’s Name: ____________________________________________________________________
Recommendation Name: ______________________________________________________________________
Student Amendment Waiver: Mascot Applicant must check one of the following boxes.
I waive my right of access provided by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 to
view this recommendation form, letter or attachments that have been written by
_________________________ (name of reference) for my application to The University of
Arizona Cheerleaders & Mascots Program.
I do not waive my right of access to view this recommendation form, letter or attachments written
by _____________________________ (name of reference) for my application to The University
of Arizona Cheerleaders & Mascots Program.
Applicant’s Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: _______________________
Recommendation letter should cover the following areas:
Maturity, Composure, and Communication: Please comment on the applicant’s maturity level, self-confidence, stress
management, listening skills and ability to work with others including peers and supervisors.
Initiative, Responsibility, and Creativity: Please comment on the applicant’s motivation and resourcefulness in
situations, commitment to fulfill expectations, and ability to act responsibly.
Social Sensitivity: Please comment on this person’s sensitivity to and understanding of reactions and feelings of
individuals and groups.
Organization, Time Management: Please comment on the applicant’s ability to organize ideas and work, be
responsible for delegation of tasks to a group, take control of situations, and to maintain balance between
cheerleading/mascot duties, academic responsibilities, extra curricular activities, and job responsibilities.
Concerns: Please comment on any reservation you may have concerning this applicant’s ability to perform
cheerleading/mascot duties. Please address any weaknesses or areas which need improvement.

The University of Arizona Cheerleaders & Mascots Program
Risk, Indemnity, and Release Form
ASSUMPTION OF RISK, INDEMNITY, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY:
In consideration for access to the services, cheerleading or mascot tryouts and facilities provided by The University of Arizona Department of
Intercollegiate Athletics, its officers, directors, employees, agents and volunteers, on behalf of the Arizona Board of Regents, its officers,
directors, employees, agents and volunteers (collectively referred to as the “University”):
1. I acknowledge the existence of risks in connection with my use of the equipment, facilities, clinics and services provided by the
University. My participation in physical education, exercise activities, clinics and other University activities is purely voluntary, and I elect to
participate with full knowledge of the risks of injury or illness. I accept full responsibility for any injuries or illness that I may sustain in the
course of such activities. More specifically, I acknowledge and accept the following risks:
a. Possible accidents, injuries, medical disorders, pain and suffering, lost income and medical expenses resulting from my use of the University’s
equipment, facilities, premises, clinics and other activities, including negligent instruction, supervision or failure to warn by the University.
b. Possible injuries and medical disorders arising out of such activities include, but are not limited to, heart attack, stroke, heat stroke or
exhaustion, sprains, broken bones, torn muscles, torn ligaments, nerve damage, eye injury, tendonitis and brain or spinal cord injuries, which
may result in paralysis, permanent loss of bodily functions, disability or death.
c. The risks listed herein may be caused by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in such activities, the
conditions under which such activities take place, or the negligence of the University.
d. The following is a description and examples of additional significant non-obvious dangers and risks that may be associated with the
cheerleading clinic: Physical activity that involves inversion and rotation of the body that could result in serious accidents, injuries or medical
disorders.
2. I declare that I am in good health and physical condition, and that I am physically and mentally able to participate in the activities listed above. I
acknowledge the existence of certain rules and procedures concerning my participation in clinics and the use of equipment, facilities and premises, and I
agree to abide by those rules and procedures. I agree to inspect the equipment and facilities prior to participating, and to immediately report any unsafe
conditions to the University. I agree that if at any time I believe the conditions of the equipment or facilities to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue
use of such equipment or facilities and notify the University. If I am injured, I authorize the University to obtain or provide emergency medical treatment,
if necessary, and I will be responsible for the costs of such treatment.
3. I hereby release, discharge, and covenant not to sue the University, from any claims, liability, demands, losses, or damages on my
account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by: (a) defective or dangerous equipment, facilities or University premises; or (b) the
negligence of the University related to instruction, supervision, failure to warn, or the maintenance of the equipment or facilities, including
negligent rescue operations or emergency medical treatment. I further agree that if I or anyone on my behalf makes a claim against the
University, I will indemnify, save, and hold harmless the University from any litigation expenses, attorneys’ fees, loss, liability, damages, or costs
that are incurred as the result of such claims.
I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL
RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT AND HAVE SIGNED IT FREELY AND WITHOUT INDUCEMENT OR ASSURANCE OF ANY NATURE AND
INTEND IT TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED
BY LAW AND AGREE THAT IF ANY PORTION OF THIS AGREEMENT IS HELD TO BE INVALID THE BALANCE,
NOTWITHSTANDING, SHALL CONTINUE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT.
__________________________________________ ____________________________________ Witness: ___________________________________
Printed Name of Participant:
______________________________________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________
Participant’s Signature (only if age 18 or over)
AND I, THE MINOR’S PARENT AND/OR LEGAL GUARDIAN, UNDERSTAND THE NATURE OF THE ACTIVITIES DESCRIBED
ABOVE AND ACCEPT THE RISKS DESCRIBED ABOVE. I AM AWARE OF THE MINOR’S EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITIES AND
BELIEVE THE MINOR TO BE QUALIFIED, IN GOOD HEALTH, AND IN PROPER PHYSICAL CONDITION TO PARTICIPATE IN
SUCH ACTIVITIES. I HEREBY RELEASE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE THE UNIVERSITY, FROM ALL
LIABILILTY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, LOSSES, OR DAMAGES ON THE MINOR’S ACCOUNT CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED
IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE UNIVERSITY, AND I FURTHER AGREE THAT IF, DESPITE THIS
RELEASE, I, THE MINOR, OR ANYONE ON THE MINOR’S BEHALF MAKES A NEGLIGENCE CLAIM AGAINST THE UNIVERSITY,
I WILL INDEMNITY, SAVE, AND HOLD HARMLESS THE UNIVERSITY FROM ANY LITIGATION EXPENSES, ATTORNEYS’ FEES,
LOSS LIABILITY, DAMAGES, OR COSTS THAT ARE INCURRED AS THE RESULT OF SUCH CLAIMS.
_______________________________________________________________________________
Printed Name of Parent/Guardian
Witness: _________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address
_________________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian’s Signature (only if participant is under the age of 18)
Date: ________________________________

THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
STUDENT TRYOUT MEDICAL RELEASE – FINALISTS ONLY!
THIS FORM IS DUE BY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2013 IN THE HALL OF
CHAMPIONS, MCKALE RM. N301!
In order to tryout for the Cheerleaders & Mascots Program at The University of Arizona, there
must be no health reason prohibiting you from doing so. For permission to tryout you must have
your own licensed physician (MD or DO) complete this form, or have a pre-participation
physical completed by Campus Health. Failure to do so will prohibit you from trying out.
Please bring this form or the pre-participation physical to the final physical tryout. Your
physician must sign and date this form, indicating that you may tryout based on your health
status (see below). If/once you are named to the team roster, you will need to report to the
Kasser Athletic Treatment Center in McKale Room N108 to undergo the complete
Intercollegiate Physical Examination.
In addition, participation in athletics as well as the tryout for any sport carries an inherent danger.
The University of Arizona does not assume any responsibility for any injury you may suffer
during tryouts.
If you have any questions, please contact the Kasser Athletic Treatment Center at (520) 621-
4674.
I, _________________________________________ have read and understand the above
mentioned statement and accept responsibility for any injuries incurred during the tryout period.
___________________________________________________
Signature
__________________
Date
Please print your name in the space provided. Please have your physician sign and provide the
appropriate information below.
I know of no reason that _____________________________________________ should not be
Last Name, First Name
allowed to tryout for The University of Arizona Cheerleaders & Mascots Program.
PHYSICIAN NAME:____________________________________________________________
PHONE:______________________________________________________________________
SIGNATURE__________________________________________________________ MD/DO
DATE: ___________________

MASCOT FINALIST INSTRUCTIONS
FOR SELECTED FINALISTS ONLY
PHYSICAL TRYOUT – February 17, 2013
Arizona Women’s Basketball vs. Utah
1. Report to The Jim Click Hall of Champions, McKale Room N301 on Sunday, February 17th at 3:30 PM.
2. Attire: Please wear a t-shirt, athletic shorts, and white sneakers during your performance.
Females: Please wear a sports bra and make sure that your hair is up
(You may want to bring a headband or a bandana).
3. Props can be used; however, they must be approved by the Mascots Head Coach and Advisor no later than
Friday, February 15, 2013.
PERFORMANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Once you have arrived at The Jim Click Hall of Champions (at 3:30 PM), you will be escorted downstairs to a
locker room facility where you will change into the Wilbur/Wilma costume.
All mascot finalist candidates will be allowed 7 real-time minutes (as opposed to game-time minutes) to portray
Wilbur or Wilma T. Wildcat, in suit. Each candidate will be randomly assigned a number. A representative
from the UA Cheerleaders & Mascots Program/ ICA will lead each candidate out to a designated area in the
arena (in numerical order). At that time, the representative will raise the candidate’s number in order to signal
the judges that a mascot candidate has taken the floor. Judges will consist of UA alumni mascots, Arizona
Athletics department personnel, alumni association personnel, and club presidents. Judges will be scattered
randomly throughout the arena.
Each candidate has only 7 real-time minutes.
Please be aware of the following rules:
1. Listen to all event management/security staff.
2. Do NOT perform near the visiting team.
3. You may NOT communicate with other mascot finalists trying out (if so, you will be disqualified).
4. Stay away from game officials.
5. Do not perform on or near the press tables.
6. Perform in the stands or in the immediate vicinity of the cheerleaders and band only. You may
NOT perform on the court at any time.
7. All props must be approved before performing (by 2/15/13). Use of unauthorized props will result
in immediate disqualification.
8. If at any time you are unsure of anything, please ask Head Cheerleaders & Mascots Coach and/or
representative, or the ICA representative.

Timing begins the moment the representative holds up the candidate’s number. Time ends when the candidate
leaves the arena floor. Each candidate is required to remain in the staging area until the tryouts conclude.
YOU MAY NOT LEAVE OR ENTER THE ARENA FLOOR UNTIL TOLD TO DO SO.
Once you have concluded your performance in suit, you will be escorted back to the locker room facility and
will be asked to perform:
Wilbur Finalists:
One-arm push-ups in suit (as many as possible).
Upon conclusion of the in-suit fitness evaluation (Wilbur), you will proceed to the Arizona Golf Room, and will
be asked to react/freestyle to random music selections (up to 1 minute). This will conclude your 2012 Mascot
Finalist Tryout.
For the in-game tryout, you are being judged on a scale of 1-10 in the following categories:
Enthusiasm
Creativity
Interaction with fans, peers, and children
Understanding of the sport
Judgement (reaction to surroundings and the game)
Interaction with cheerleaders & band
Portrayal of emotion
Animation
Character Definition/Development
Overall presence.
After calculation of the scores from the performance (100 points), fitness evaluation (Wilbur), and musical
freestyle section (20 points), candidates for Wilbur and Wilma will be selected to assist in fulfilling the duties
and obligations of the 2013 – 2014 season. Each candidate will be contacted by phone with the results of their
tryout.
Thank you and Good Luck.
BEAR DOWN and GO CATS