Texas Tech University

Spirit Program

Members of the Texas Tech Spirit Program are supported through Student Affairs. Benefits and additional support are given to Spirit Program members meeting expectations.  

Spirit Leadership Scholarship:

  • $1,000 Leadership Scholarship per academic year.
  • Waives Out of State Tuition Fee.
  • Applied to Student Account.

On-Campus Meal Plan:

  • On-Campus Meal Plan
    • Applied to student's ID card. Works on-campus eating establishments.
    • Amount is contingent on budget year academic year.

Additional Financial Support:

  • Uniforms, practice attire, warm-ups, bags, and accessories related to squad will be provided. High care must be priority for athlete using items. Some items must be turned back in at end of year. 
  • Paid national competition opportunities for squads meeting qualifications and expectations. 
  • Transportation and per diem provided for travel athletic events.

Strength & Conditioning Program:

  • Spirit Program members are required to work out at designated time with squad.
  • Strength & Conditioning coaches are provided through Athletic Department.

Academic Tutoring:

  • Academic progress and success is our primary focus for our student-leaders. Students are expected to contact coach to gain assistance in classes needing additional support.

Safety & Training:

  • Squads will attend a training camp each summer to be trained and updated on safety techniques and progressions. Coaches are trained and certified each year through courses in NCA/NDA, AACCA, and USA Cheer.
  • Athletic Trainer will be in attendance at each practice, home game, and competition.
  • Spirit Program members have access for emergency care to a Team Doctor and Nurse.

Additional Benefits:

  • Active and supportive Spirit Alumni Program.
  • Cheering for a Big 12 School and game day experiences.
  • Family discounted season ticket pricing options. 

Sponsorships:

Spirit Program members will have access to services and products available at various businesses around Lubbock. Sponsorships are made possible through maintaining our high level of representation on and off the field. To become a sponsor, please contact Stephanie Rhode at stephanie.rhode@ttu.edu.

Body Bronzing Bar: spray tanning and skin care products

Paint Nail Bar: finger and toe nails services

Eclipse Lashes: eye lash extension services

Waxing the City: facial waxing service

United Supermarkets: official sponsor of the Masked Rider Program

Texas Tech Credit Union: official sponsor of the Raider Red Program

Cardinal's Sport Center: official athletic clothing supplier for Spirit Program

Dollar Western Wear: official boot supplier for Pom Squad & clothing supplier for Masked Rider Program

Lucchese Boots: official dance boot for Pom squad

Thank you to all our sponsors for your continued support!

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Texas Tech Spirit Program