Department of Athletics From the Desk of Glenn A. Caston, Head Cheer Coach

2025 Recruitment Clinic Schedule

*Gold Colored Text Indicate Parent Sessions *Black Colored Text Are Athlete Specific Sessions

Friday , October 10th

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Optional Parent Reception

A welcoming evening for parents to meet the coaching staff, current cheerleaders, and other families. This informal gathering provides an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the program in a relaxed setting. Light refreshments will be served.

Saturday, October 11th

8:00 am - 8:30 am | Registration/Meet & Greet (Meet at Convocation Center) | 7900 Stroelitz St., New Orleans, LA 70125

Upon arrival, participants and their parents will check in and receive their clinic materials. This is a great time to meet the XULA cheerleading team, make new friends, and start the day on a positive note.

8:30 am - 9:00 am | Post-Clinic Evaluation & Interview Sign-Ups

Participants will have the opportunity to sign up for individual evaluations and interviews with the coaching staff. This is a chance to receive personalized feedback and discuss future opportunities.

9:00 am - 10:15 am | Dynamic Warm-Up (Participants)

Participants will engage in a dynamic warm-up led by XULA Cheer Strength and Conditioning Coaches.

10:30 am - 11:00 am | Standing Tumbling Evaluations

Participants will be grouped based on stunt positions with specific signups during the registration period. Each group will be assigned a coach that will evaluate standing tumbling skills and tumbling potential. We want to emphasis a safe environment that promotes executing only skills that the athletes are comfortable throwing on dead mat.

11:05 am - 11:35 am | Running Tumbling Evaluations

Participants will be grouped based on stunt positions with specific signups during the registration period. Each group will be assigned a coach that will evaluate running tumbling skills and tumbling potential. We want to emphasis a safe environment that promotes executing only skills that the athletes are comfortable throwing on dead mat.

10:15 am - 11:00 am | Parent Meeting with Admissions & Financial Aid

While participants are warming up, parents will meet with representatives from the Admissions and Financial Aid offices. This session will cover the application process, scholarships, and financial planning for college.

11:35 am - 12:15 PM | Campus Tours "On Saturday We Serve"

Parents and participants will embark on a guided tour of the XULA campus. You'll experience the vibrant campus life and see key facilities. The tour will emphasize XULA’s commitment to service, highlighting how our athletes give back to the community.

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm | Brunch

Enjoy a traditional New Orleans brunch at XULA's on-campus dining facility. This is an opportunity to experience the local culture while connecting with current cheerleaders in a relaxed environment. ( Please note Brunch is for athlete participants only)

1:30 pm - 2:00 pm | What it Means to be a Student-Athlete at XULA | Ballroom -University Center

A presentation for all participants discussing the expectations and rewards of being a student-athlete at Xavier University. This session will include insights from current athletes and coaches about balancing academics and athletics.

1:30 pm - 2:00 pm | Meet Our Administrators ( Parents) | Convocation Annex Room 111

Parents will have the opportunity to meet the Athletic Directors and the Vice President of Student Affairs. This session will provide insight into why they choose to invest in XULA Cheer and how the team contributes to the vibrant culture on campus.

2:15 pm - 2:40 pm | Individual Warm-Up Time

Athletes will have a brief period to prepare themselves for the afternoon sessions. This is a time to stretch, review techniques, and mentally prepare for the next round of activities.

2:15 pm - 2:50 pm | Future XULA Cheer Parents: "Helping Your Athletes Transition to College" | Film Room

A special session for parents, focusing on how to support their children through the transition to college life. Topics will include academic support, time management, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

2: 45 pm - 4:35 pm | Stunting Evaluation

Participants will engage in a basic, elite, and advanced stunting. This clinic will focus on more complex stunts, building on the fundamentals for inverting and twisting stunts. Emphasis will be placed on

2:45 - 3:30 | Twisting Entries & Twisting Dismounts

3:35 - 4:15 | Inverting Entries & Inverting Dismount

4:40 pm - 5:00 pm | Debrief

A wrap-up session , where athletes can reflect on what they learned, ask questions, and receive final tips from the coaches.

Sunday ,October 13th

8:00 am - 11:30 am | Individual Meetings and Offer Letters ( 11th & 12th Graders Only)

Participants will have individual meetings with the coaching staff to receive personalized feedback and discuss potential offers. This is an opportunity to address any final questions and outline next steps.

11:00 am - 12:30 pm | Attend Mass with Our Team (Optional) | Parents and Athletes

An optional opportunity for participants and their families to attend Mass with the XULA cheerleading team. This is a chance to experience a part of the XULA community and reflect on the weekend’s events.

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