DETROIT – The Detroit Lions announced Monday that cheerleaders will be joining the team this upcoming season.
“The Ford Family is unwavering in their commitment to improving the Detroit Lions fan experience on and off the field,” said Detroit Lions Team President Rod Wood. “After thorough consideration and receiving input from our fans through season ticket member surveys and focus groups, we believe that this is an opportunity to elevate our game day entertainment.”
Auditions for the 2016 Detroit Lions Cheerleaders will begin Saturday, June 25 at Ford Field with call backs the remainder of the weekend. Pre-registration is required and details are available online at Detroitlions.com/cheerleaders or by calling 313-262-2300.
There will be an industry standard $25.00 fee for registration. Detroit Lions Cheerleaders auditions will be closed to the general public.
Following auditions, there will be a five day training camp for finalists in mid-July.
The 2016 Detroit Lions Cheerleaders squad will be introduced in early August and fully integrated into the game experience by the regular season home opener September 18 against the Tennessee Titans.
The team’s cheerleaders will perform choreographed dances and cheers as an integral part of the in-game entertainment. The squad will also have a presence in the community, appearing at various media, fan and sponsorship events.
Thrilled to announce the addition of Detroit @Lions Cheerleaders! More info: https://t.co/QmAseHw8LX #DETLionsCheer pic.twitter.com/4xgKyHV7zX
— Lions Cheerleaders (@DETLionsCheer) June 13, 2016