Willis High School Sweethearts
2025-2026 Tryouts
Tryout Details
Mandatory Student/Parent Meeting on
March 18th at 6:30 PM in the WHS PAC
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Tryout Packet due to Ms. Trotter on
March 31st at 3:30 PM
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All candidates must attend the tryout clinic on
April 1st and 2nd from 4:30-6:30 PM
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All candidates will officially tryout on
April 3rd starting at 4:30 PM
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Results will be posted the
afternoon of April 4th
Prep Classes
Optional Prep Classes
March 5th at 4:00 - 5:30 PM in the WHS Dance Room
March 19th at 4:00 - 5:30 PM in the WHS Gyms
March 26th at 4:00 - 5:30 PM in the WHS Gyms
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All candidates are highly encouraged to come to our prep classes to work on tryout technique, learn practice combinations, and develop the Sweetheart signature style.
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Candidates coming to the prep classes should wear all black athletic attire, bring dance shoes, and a bottle of water. These class are free for any dancers interested in joining Sweethearts.
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Each prep class will include a stretch, across the floor technique, stylized combo, and Q&A session with current Sweethearts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can tryout for the Sweethearts?
Any 8th-11th grade student who will be attending WHS for the 2025-2026 school year.
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Is there a set number of dancers who make the team?
There is no maximum or minimum number of dancers selected for the team each year. The number of dancers selected for the 2025-2026 team will be determined by the natural break in the judges scores.
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In years past, the team has been as small as 17 members and as large as 60 members. The team size truly depends on the quality of talent from year to year.
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What is the time commitment?
This is a full year commitment as the Sweethearts have various performances and appearances throughout the year. Individuals who are considering trying out should be aware of the weekly practices before and after school, occasional weekend events, and dedication required to be a Sweetheart.
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What can I do to prepare for tryouts?
We offer three tryout prep clinics to teach the technique that will be in the tryout routine, and provide candidates the opportunity to learn our style(s). Prep clinic are not mandatory.
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If you can't attend a prep clinic class, we highly recommend taking recreational dance classes at local studios in the weeks leading up to tryouts. Our current team members have taken classes at LSJ Dance, Backstage Dance Studio, MC Dance, Extreme Performing Arts Center, Dance Dynamics, and the Dance Valut.
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What grades to I have to have to be on the team?
Candidates must be passing all of their classes in order to tryout. Due to the UIL No Pass No Play rule, Sweethearts are held to a higher academic standard in order to participate.
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What if I have a referral, can I still tryout?
As ambassadors for our campus, district, and community it is important that our Sweethearts obey our school policies and are model students. Therefore, candidates must have no discipline referrals resulting in In School Suspension (ISS), Out of School Suspension (OSS), or expulsion for the 2024-2025 school year.
