Introduction

The spirit groups are an integral part of the William Penn University athletic department.  The William Penn Golden Girls Dance Team performs at home basketball games and home football games.  The dancers also make various community appearances and perform across the state at spirit events and competitions.

The dancers perform at many prestigious events across the state as they work hard to elevate PENN DANCE to new heights!  The team competed at the The Iowa State Dance Team Association Competition at Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Des Moines where the team received a DIVISION I RATING, in addition to getting a first place trophy and spirit stick at NDA camp in Chicago, Ill.

*2008-2009 AUDITION INFORMATION**
Sunday April 20, 2008 at 2 p.m.
and/or
Sunday May 25, 2008 at 2 p.m.

POTENTIAL MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO TRY-OUT BY VIDEO SUBMISSION!
Video try-outs are typically submitted the semester PRIOR to when the dancer anticipates attending Penn (winter/early spring HS seniors).

Video Tryouts for DANCE should include the following:
1)  Introduction and a brief description of your scholastic dance/studio dance/cheerleading background.
2)  Fight Song Routine
3) Dance Routine of any style (Pom, Jazz or Hip Hop...can be competition footage, please send formations so you can be identified.)
4)  Sideline chant (dancers at Penn appear at all home football games and perform sidelines with the cheerleaders)
5)  Letter of recommendation from a previous coach.
Bonus:  Any dance recital video footage or dance competition video footage that you feel highlights your individuals dance ability.
Mail video tryouts to:
Kristin Libby
611 N. Hancock
Ottumwa, IA 52501

Dancers are eligible to receive athletic scholarships typically ranging between $2,000-$8,000 per year based upon need and other factors.  In addition to the GENEROUS scholarships, the university also supplies the spirit groups with work out facilities, athletic trainers, several official uniforms, warm-ups, camp fees, and poms.  The dancers also attend one of the nations' top residential camps each summer paid for by the University and are always working towards becoming one of the most prestigious spirit programs in the state!

If you are planning a trip to Penn, please contact one of the coaches; we would LOVE to personally meet with you!

Achievement expectations set by the coaches include:
1) inspire athletic teams by creating an energizing and entertaining environment for the crowd;
2) maintain high quality performances at all events;
3) to represent William Penn Athletics with dignity, pride and professionalism at all times; and
4) have lots of fun!

If you would like more information about WPU Spirit Squads, please contact Coach Kristin at (573) 579-7047 or by email at libbyk@wmpenn.edu for more details about the Spirit Programs at William Penn University.

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News

Penn Spirit Squads Gearing Up for National Competition Competitive Dance -- Thursday, February 7, 2008 Oskaloosa--Cheer Squad and Competitive Dance to compete at the COA Mid America Collegiate Championships next month.

Penn Dance Squad Earns Second-Straight Division I Rating at ISDTA Competition Competitive Dance -- Tuesday, December 4, 2007 Oskaloosa--Needing 240 points for a Division I rating, Penn scored 246 points, including perfect scores for appearance and showmanship.

Southeast Warren HS Dancer Signs to Come to Penn Competitive Dance -- Thursday, April 5, 2007 Oskaloosa--Stephani Wickett, a two-time Division I ratings recipient, will begin school this coming fall.

Pair Sign to Compete on Penn Spirit Squads Competitive Dance -- Sunday, March 18, 2007 Oskaloosa--Tiffany Hoch signs for the dance team, while Stephanie Morris will be a cheerleader at the University.

Penn Spirit Squad Earns Division I Rating at ISDTA Competition Competitive Dance -- Tuesday, December 5, 2006 Des Moines--Spirit Squad receives top possible rating from the Iowa State Dance Team Association.

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