Pom Squad Recruitment

 

Prospective Member, 
 
Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the Texas Tech Pom Squad, the official dance team of Texas Tech University! We are a part of the Texas Tech Spirit Program, which also consists of the Co-Ed Cheerleading Squad, All-Girl Cheerleading Squad, Raider Red, and the Masked Rider.  Our team serves as ambassadors for Texas Tech University and helps promote spirit at several athletic events.  Our team members will also compete at the UDA Collegiate Championships in 2027. 
 
We are looking for confident, talented, humble, dedicated, and passionate dancers to be a part of our 2027-2028 team. Squad members are responsible for representing Texas Tech in the classroom, on the court/field, and on stage at the national level.  Being a member of our team comes with several exciting opportunities and benefits but is also a major commitment.  Please review the materials and requirements thoroughly.  

*UPDATE* We are EXCITED to be a part of the Common College Dance Team Recruitment Video & Timeline! Inspired by the Common Application for College Admissions, the Common Dance Team Recruiting Video provides a standardized starting point for all applicants.

September 1: Early Universal Date for Recruiting Videos to be due to respective schools

For the Texas Tech Pom Squad, we will ONLY be accepting submissions at the early deadline of September 1, 2026. 

We are in our fourth year operating with a recruiting-based model for the team selection process. Please read the information below to understand how the process works.  If you have any additional questions, please e-mail our Head Coach, Erin Alvarado at erin.harold@ttu.edu. 
 
This is a life-changing opportunity, and we are excited about the possibility of having you in our program.  We are excited to learn more about you and watch you dance! 
 
Wreck ‘Em, 
 
Erin Alvarado
Head Coach, Texas Tech Pom Squad 

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Recruitment Process:

• Step 1: 
  Class of 2027, Complete Application & Submit Videos (Video Requirements Below) 
  • Common College Dance Team Recruitment Video Requirements - Due September 1, 2026. 
• Step 2: 
  Work with us in person!  This can include a campus tour or a clinic/recruiting event. Click here for more information on our camps and clinic dates.
   
• Step 3: 
  Follow us on social media & stay up-to-date with our team! 
   
  Instagram: @TTUPom 
  Twitter: @TTUPom 
  Facebook: @TexasTechPomSquad 

Timeline:

• Sophomore Year of High School: Prospective candidate emails Coaching Staff expressing interest in the program. Attendance at clinics & training camps are strongly recommended. 
• Junior Year of High School: Prospective candidate fills out Recruitment Interest Form in order for Coaching Staff to begin the assessment process. 
• June 1 Entering Senior Year - September 1 of Senior Year: Complete the Recruitment Form & secure requirements. Attendance at clinics is strongly recommended. Senior Year, Fall (or Fall for current college students): Apply to Texas Tech University
• September 1-January 2027 – Coaching Staff Evaluation Period 
• November 1-End of January 2027: Coaching Staff extends offers for positions on the Texas Tech Pom Squad. 

Recruiting Events:

• May 28-31, CP Officer Camps - Galveston/Austin/Ft. Worth, TX 
• June 3-4, UDA Masters Camp - New Orleans, LA
• June 27-28, National Dance Honors - San Diego, CA
• June 28-30, CPD Spirit - San Antonio, TX
• July 3-5, The Dance Awards, Las Vegas, NV
• July 14, Streetz Dance Nationals, Orlando, FL 
• July 16-17, The Dance Awards, Orlando, FL 
• July 19-20, Texas Tech Pom Squad Summer Intensive 
• July 25-26, Prodigy, Austin, TX
• July 31-August 2, Prodigy, Phoenix, AZ

Deadlines:

• 2027 High School Graduates & Transfer Students, Video Submissions Due by September 1, 2026. 
• 2028 High School Graduates & Transfer Students, Video Submissions Due by September 1, 2027.