KU Mascot Tryouts

How Do I Try Out at KU?

1. Print the Tryout Paperwork (pdf) and mail it in by April 1.

2. To try out, you'll need to show proof of acceptance to KU, so make sure you apply to KU if you haven't already.

3. See the schedule (.doc) and show up at the 3rd floor of Allen Fieldhouse 6pm Friday May 7.

Tryouts for the 2010-2011 squad will be held May 7th and 8th, 2010. To try out, see the box on the right. Also, you'll need to prepare a less than 2-minute skit with a theme, props, and music/sound effects. This skit must be tasteful and will be judged on creativity, effectiveness of props, and overall performance of the skit. Contact catj@ku.edu if you have any questions.

Our Squads

Tryouts will be held to fill multiple people for both Big Jay and Baby Jay. To try out for Big Jay, you must be 6'0" to 6'3" and fit into the Big Jay costume. To try out for Baby Jay, you must be 4'11" to 5'1" and fit into the Baby Jay costume.

What to Wear at Tryouts

Wear comfortable presentable athletic clothes (shorts and a t-shirt) and shoes.

Selection Criteria

Mascots will be selected based on their appropriateness and entertainment value.

Questions?

If you have any questions about tryouts or KU mascots, check the Questions page. If you can't find the answer there, contact Cat Jarzemkoski at 785-864-3002 or catj@ku.edu. Thanks!

UCA Nationals

Kansas Athletics will pay for fees and transportation to and from the national competition with the aid of required fund raising obligations by team members only if the team obtains a “paid bid” or partial paid bid” from UCA/UDA Nationals. Team selection by UCA/UDA is based upon submission of a skills video. If the team is not offered a paid or partially paid bid, the team shall not participate in National competition as a representative of the University of Kansas.