WELCOME SKATERS
We’re thrilled to see your interest in joining the University of North Dakota’s esteemed Hockey Cheer Team! Our program is built on a foundation of excellence—on and off the ice— and we’re always eager to welcome talented figure skaters to our team. As a member of our team, you’ll have the chance to showcase your skills at games, events, and special appearances throughout the year. With access to top-tier coaching and training, we’ll help you reach your full potential and shine. But being part of our team is about so much more than figure skating. It’s about building lifelong friendships, developing leadership skills, and representing the University of North Dakota with pride, passion, and unwavering spirit. If you’re ready to take your figure skating career to the next level and join something truly special, we encourage you to apply today. We can’t wait to see the energy, talent, and dedication you’ll bring to our team. - Coach Amanda
COMMITMENT
SUMMER
- Physicals and Pre-Season Training Camp (Tent. July)
- Season Prep-Week (August)
FALL
- Practice 2x Per Week
- Open Ice 2x Per Week
- Strength Training 2x Per Week
- All Home Hockey Games
- Select Home Volleyball and Football Games
- Select Fundraising Events
SPRING
- Practice 2x Per Week
- Open Ice 2x Per Week
- Strength Training 2x Per Week
- All Home Hockey Games
- Season-End Showcase
- NCHC & NCAA Post-Season Tournaments
- Select Fundraising Events
FINANCIAL COMMITMENT
Approximately $150. Dues are subject to change.
Costs associated with early arrival on campus (travel, housing, dining).
APPLICATION & REQUIREMENTS
LEVELS
To be eligible to apply, you must have passed Silver Skating Skills and Pre-Bronze Singles. ISI figure skaters should include their current test levels in the application.
APPLICATION
The application asks about your skating experience, educational background, and notable achievements. You'll also use this form to upload your required video and letter of recommendation. Application Link.
VIDEO
Applicants must submit an official recruitment video featuring the following sections:
- Introduction
- Required Skills
- Skills Showcase
- Individual Solo
- Synchronized Skills
- Cheer & Dance Skill
Please ensure the video is filmed horizontally in clear, high-quality footage. The Required Skills and Skills Showcase sections must be recorded in one continuous take without cuts. Videos should be uploaded to YouTube or Google Drive for submission.
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
Joining the North Dakota Hockey Cheer Team is about more than just skills and technique—it’s also about demonstrating strong character, a solid work ethic, and serving as a role model in the community. Your letter of recommendation should be written by a coach or another trusted adult in your life (not a family member).
RECRUITMENT PAPERWORK
All fees and paperwork are due on March 1st. Submit the waiver and medical release to Spirit Squad Advisor, Nicole.Letofsky@und.edu
OFFICIAL RECRUITMENT VIDEO
INTRODUCTION
Provide a brief introduction that includes your name, hometown, cheer and figure skating background, current skill levels, and your reasons for wanting to join the North Dakota Hockey Cheer Team.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Jumps
- Loop with arms overhead
- Split jump or Russian split jump
- Axel
Spins
- Backspin with arms overhead
- Sit spin or sit spin variation
- Layback spin
- Flying camel spin
Field Elements
- Change-edge spiral (outside to inside or inside to outside)
- Choice of Ina Bauer, Spread Eagle or Leg Lift
SKILLS SHOWCASE
- 2 jumps of your choice
- 2 spins of your choice
- 2 field elements of your choice
INDUVIDUAL SOLO
An on-ice individual solo that highlights jumps, spins, footwork, and spiral elements. This should not be a standard free skate program, but instead a program created for this recruitment video that showcases upbeat cheer- style choreography. 1:30 min-max. Poms are optional.
SYNCHRONIZED SKILLS
Learn the circle footwork and perform it to upbeat music. We ask that you collaborate with 1-2 others (such as a coach or fellow skater) to learn and perform this sequence together, as we want to see how you demonstrate your synchronized skating skills. Clinic footwork video tutorial.
CHEER & DANCE SKILLS
Learn and perform the following material, performing each item twice. You will be judged on your form and entertainment value.
TIMELINE
- March 1: Application Deadline
- April 1: Official Team Roster Announced
INTERVIEW
After reviewing your application, we will reach out to selected candidates to schedule a virtual interview. This interview will provide an opportunity for us to get to know you better, discuss your goals, and explore your passion for joining our team.
QUESTIONS
Any questions about the recruitment process can be emailed to Head Coach, Amanda Lilleberg at undhockeycheer@gmail.com. We wish you the best of luck in the recruitment process.
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