2011 marked the inaugural year for the Spirit of San Antonio (SOSA) Marching Band. With that came the establishment of a team of twirlers!

THE UTSA TWIRLER TEAM IS COMPRISED OF HIGHLY TRAINED AND TALENTED PERFORMERS. TWIRLERS PERFORM AND CHEER AT ALL HOME FOOTBALL GAMES AND VARIOUS UNIVERSITY EVENTS. OUR PERFORMERS ARE DEDICATED, TALENTED, AND ONE OF A KIND! WE STRIVE TO REPRESENT AND SUPPORT OUR ATHLETIC TEAMS, OUR UNIVERSITY, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY THE GREAT STATE OF TEXAS!

Interested in joining our team?! Here’s what you need to know…

Spirit of San Antonio Marching Band Feature Twirlers and Twirling Line

We are excited to offer Feature Twirler and Twirling Line positions for the Fall 2024 season!

2024-2025 AUDITION INFORMATION! 🤙

ALL 2024 FEATURE TWIRLER AND TWIRLING LINE CANDIDATE IMPORTANT DATES:

• MARCH 25: aPPLICATION AND VIDEO SUBMISSIONS DUE

• march 28: CANDIDATES INVITED TO THE LIVE AUDITION WILL BE CONTACTED VIA EMAIL

• april 7: LIVE AUDITIONS AT utsa mAIN CAMPUS CONVOCATION CENTER

  POSITION AWARD LETTERS WILL BE SENT NO LATER THAN APRIL 14, 2024

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Feature Twirler candidates:

• Application

• Video submission

  • Short introduction- include name, incoming year at UTSA, how long you’ve been twirling, and why you want to be a UTSA Twirler

  • 2-3 minute, unedited solo including the following skills:

    • 1, 2, and 3 baton. 4 baton is preferred but not required

    • Variety of catches/releases (blind, behind the back, left hand, etc.)

    • Intricate baton and body work appropriate for the field

    • Various leaps, kicks, and jumps

    • Double illusion/walkover preferred

    • Traveling tricks/downfield tricks

    • Solo must include novelty tricks (toss walkovers, cartwheels, leaps, etc.)

  • UTSA Moving Fight Song

  • Any twirling highlights from field performances, competitions, etc.

• Interview with panel of judges at live audition

• 4 eight count routine you will learn and perform at the live audition

All videos should be emailed/shared to utsatwirlerauditions@gmail.com

CANDIDATES INVITED TO THE LIVE AUDITION SHOULD BE PREPARED TO PERFORM THEIR SOLO AND THE FIGHT SONG!

details regarding the live audition will be included in the email to invited candidates

Additional Information:

• Please indicate on the application if you are auditioning for a feature position, team position, or both. One solo submission will cover all requirements if trying out for both

• consideration for any position is dependent on what is indicated on the application

• all interviews will take place with the panel of judges on the day of auditions

• video tips: Candidates should dress in black, form fitting clothing that allows viewers to see movement and body lines clearly

• after any solo auditions are complete, candidates will learn a 4 eight count routine to evaluate a twirler’s ability to learn, apply, and perform a routine

• Announcement of Feature Twirlers and Twirling Line members will be announced within 2 weeks of the audition date. an email will be sent to all twirlers who have been offered a spot. no announcements will be made on the website or social media until we hear from each twirler.

FUN FACTS!

• UTSA Twirlers and Feature Twirlers share the field in different capacities - you can see them all together, solo, or in groups!

• Twirlers are a part of the Spirit of San Antonio (SOSA) Marching Band Auxiliaries and attend events, including bowl games, as members of the marching band

• The 2021 Football season was the first year a twirling line took the field!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - AUDITIONS!!

DO I HAVE TO ATTEND UTSA TO BE A UTSA TWIRLER?

You must be enrolled at UTSA in order to be a twirler at UTSA. We are an official part of the SOSA Marching band and is an official class. Each member MUST take the one-credit class once on the team. Class/team rehearsals are held Mon/wed/friday 6-9:30pm. We no longer accept community college students as members of SOSA. 

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

Yourself, personal equipment, filled out paper work (can be found above) water bottle, and a positive attitude!  

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?

Please dress in black, form fitting clothing that does not restrict movement and allows for body lines to clearly be seen. No jeans, long pants, or overly baggy clothing. No large jewelry. Hair and make up should be performance quality. Twirling costumes are not necessary for the auditions

WHAT TYPE OF THINGS WILL I HAVE TO DO FOR THE AUDITION?

You will be expected to demonstrate skills both movement and baton oriented. You can also expect to be taught material at the the audition as well as partake in a personal interview. In addition to twirling skills, you will be observed throughout the audition process on your ability to learn, enthusiasm, projection, showmanship and overall performance. We will be looking for your potential and ability to become a collegiate member and performer.

DOES IT COST ANY MONEY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE AUDITION?

No. It does not cost you to participate. 

WHEN WILL I KNOW IF I MADE THE TEAM?

You will know if you have made the team or not within 1-2 weeks after the day of the auditions. No announcements will be made on the website or social media until we hear back from each twirler offered a position

WILL HOUSING BE PROVIDED FOR AUDITIONS? 

No. You will need to find your own accommodations for audition dates. There a few hotels near campus should you need a place to stay.

Thank you for your interest in the UTSA Auxiliaries!

Questions about auditions? 

Please email MaryAnn Pozzi at utsatwirlerauditions@gmail.com