Spirit Squad
The Illinois College Spirit Squad consists of dancers and cheerleaders at IC. The spirit squad is under the supervision of the Illinois College Athletic Department. The members of these teams are an integral part of the gameday atmosphere, promoting good sportsmanship and adding to the unforgettable experience of IC athletics. All while being full-time undergraduate students at Illinois College. 

Illinois College Competitive Dance Team
The IC dance team members must maintain high academic standards and carry a full credit load to participate. The members of the dance team commit 8-10 hours per week of practices. We are looking for skilled and talented athletes, as well as well-rounded students, who embrace the ability to be coached. You must be able to balance academics, athletics, family and friends. There will be opportunities for growth as a dancer by working with different choreographers, team bonding, and competing on a national level.

The IC competitive dance team plays an important role in adding to the unforgettable game-day atmosphere of IC athletics and promoting sportsmanship. The team performs at all home football and basketball games and other requested community events. Members of the team compete at the Dance Team Union- College Classic National Championship Competition under the jazz, pom, and team performance categories.

Illinois College Cheer Team
The IC cheer team members must maintain high academic standards and carry a full credit load to participate. The members of the cheer team commit 8-10 hours per week to practices, games, and any other requested appearances. We are looking for skilled and talented athletes, as well as well-rounded students, who embrace the ability to be coached. You must be able to balance academics, athletics, family and friends. Cheer team members are expected to be great crowd leaders, tumblers (if applicable), base/top pyramids and be able to project the image of a collegiate athlete while representing Illinois College. There will be an opportunity for growth as a cheerleader by choreographing sidelines, halftime performances, and implementing innovative stunts/jumps/pyramids with the team.

For information on cheer auditions for the 2021-22 season, please contact Samantha Laster and visit this link for information on video tryouts.

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For more information regarding the Illinois College Spirit Squads, please contact:
Samantha Laster
Head Dance Coach and Director of Spirit Teams
samantha.laster@ic.edu
217-245-3546