Since then, the JMU cheerleaders have won NCA Division I National Championships in 1986 and 1996. Information Tryouts are held in the spring for current JMU students and in the fall for all new freshman. After the fall tryout, the coaches choose purple and gold teams. Men's Basketball Gold Cheers - Home Football, Women's Basketball Members of the purple team must be able to perform a tumbling series of at least a back handspring layout, heel stretch full, as well as a standing back tuck. Gold team members must be able to perform a backhandspring.
Scholarships are available in varying amounts.
If you are considering visiting JMU, feel free to stop by the cheerleading office in Godwin Hall 123. Go to the James Madison University Home Page Information has been published by the JMU Sports Media Relations office. We welcome your inquiries, questions and suggestions.