Cheerleaders Cheerleaders Noted for their spirit and enthusiasm, the Francis Marion University cheerleaders encourage participants in the intercollegiate athletic program. A panel of off-campus judges selects a cheerleading squad each year.
Tryouts are open to all students and are held in the spring and fall.
Practice prior to tryouts will be announced in the University newspaper and posted on bulletin boards. The Head Cheerleader is chosen by the adviser based on grade point averages, leadership, and participation. Each year a student is selected during tryouts to serve as the Patriot mascot. Interested students should contact the Athletics Office.