2017-2018 Tigerette Questionnaires!

(Left: Alissa Hatfield, Middle: Rosie Bonnette, Right: Joy Cummings)

Why did you audition for the Tigerettes?
I've had family on the team that had a lot of fun, I thought the uniform was cute, and when I was about nine, I saw a certain Tigerette at Spring Show who caught my eye so I wanted to be her forever. And now she's my director!!!
How did you feel when you made Tigerettes?
Relieved- tryouts were stressful
Did you have any prior dance experience when you tried out?
No
Were you a part of Silsbee Middle School Stars Drill Team / SMS Dance Crew? (Excluding Class of 2019)
No
What is your favorite genre or style of dance?
Military
What is your favorite routine? Why?
My favorite routine that I've done in the past is our contest military to Drum Line my rookie year
What is your favorite part of being on Tigerettes?
The people
How do you prepare before you perform?
We all have our team circle, team chant, and pray
How do you feel under the Friday Night Lights?
Hot and nervous, but excited!
Who on the team, adult or not, has impacted your life? (Once a Tigerette, always a Tigerette.)
Ms. Fisher. I've always looked up to her and she has actually exceeded all of our expectations. She's a great person, dancer, and director!
Do you think that this year will be one for the magazine? (Haha... get it... Magazine for Focus Magazine... books... haha.)
Heck yeah I do!

Why did you audition for the Tigerettes?
I was in the dance class and we we're invited to preform with the Tigerettes a few times and I loved it. (and I thought the uniforms were gorgeous)
How did you feel when you made Tigerettes?
I was excited and also relieved from being nervous all week.
Did you have any prior dance experience when you tried out?
Just basic classes from tigerette officers.
Were you a part of Silsbee Middle School Stars Drill Team / SMS Dance Crew? (Excluding Class of 2019)
Yes
What is your favorite genre or style of dance?
Probably jazz it's very sassy and more advanced.
What is your favorite routine? Why?
The pep rally pom/hip hop routine has to be my favorite, it's fun to learn and do.
What is your favorite part of being on Tigerettes?
The bond that has been created with my teammates.
How do you prepare before you perform?
Stretch and pray.
How do you feel under the Friday Night Lights?
It's nerve-racking but nothing feels better than the rush of energy and excitement you get that split second before the music starts, you learn to love the adrenaline.
Who on the team, adult or not, has impacted your life? (Once a Tigerette, always a Tigerette.)
Former tigerettes Corrine Chustz and autumn Cooley, they taught us how to have a good time and see the light in every situation.
Do you think that this year will be one for the magazine? (Haha... get it... Magazine for Focus Magazine... books... haha.)
I hope so!

Why did you audition for the Tigerettes?
I saw the girls in those sparkly uniforms and I just wanted To be one.
How did you feel when you made Tigerettes?
Excited and proud
Did you have any prior dance experience when you tried out?
Yes, I went to the Dance Acadamy for a year and I did the middle school dance team.
Were you a part of Silsbee Middle School Stars Drill Team / SMS Dance Crew? (Excluding Class of 2019)
No
What is your favorite genre or style of dance?
I really like jazz
What is your favorite routine? Why?
This is a tough one but I think it's one of our newest hip-hop routines
What is your favorite part of being on Tigerettes?
The dancing and the bonding experience, Being in Tigerettes You become family with these girls and it's one of the many things you Can only experience if your on this Team.
How do you prepare before you perform?
Stretch and drink lots of water
How do you feel under the Friday Night Lights?
It's the best feeling ever. The spotlights on you
Who on the team, adult or not, has impacted your life? (Once a Tigerette, always a Tigerette.)
I think it would definitely be Jenny Chandler. Although she was Hard at times she definitely impacted me greatly
Do you think that this year will be one for the magazine? (Haha... get it... Magazine for Focus Magazine... books... haha.)
Yes

Name
Rachael Warren
Grade
Sophomore
Ranking
Returning Line Member
Why did you audition for the Tigerettes?
bc i love dancing and i love the family ship we all have.
How did you feel when you made Tigerettes?
like i accomplished something
Did you have any prior dance experience when you tried out?
none
Were you a part of Silsbee Middle School Stars Drill Team / SMS Dance Crew? (Excluding Class of 2019)
yes
What is your favorite genre or style of dance?
lyrical and most hip hops
What is your favorite routine? Why?
I couldn't pick a favorite, i like too many of them.
What is your favorite part of being on Tigerettes?
being able to have the little kids look up to me.
How do you prepare before you perform?
well i stretch big time of course but nerves wise none
How do you feel under the Friday Night Lights?
like a star
Who on the team, adult or not, has impacted your life? (Once a Tigerette, always a Tigerette.)
Tanna has impacted mine big time.
Do you think that this year will be one for the magazine? (Haha... get it... Magazine for Focus Magazine... books... haha.)
heck yeah!

Why did you audition for the Tigerettes?
I love dancing and it looked fun.
How did you feel when you made Tigerettes?
I was extremely happy and so overwhelmed.
Did you have any prior dance experience when you tried out?
No
Were you a part of Silsbee Middle School Stars Drill Team / SMS Dance Crew? (Excluding Class of 2019)
Yes
What is your favorite genre or style of dance?
I like all styles of dance as long as they look cool.
What is your favorite routine? Why?
I don't have a favorite routine. I love them all
What is your favorite part of being on Tigerettes?
I love being a part of a great sisterhood. I love the girls and our director so much.
How do you prepare before you perform?
I just take deep breaths and do the routine in my head to make sure I don't forget anything.
How do you feel under the Friday Night Lights?
It is the greatest feeling in the whole world. Doing something I love and am so passionate about.!
Who on the team, adult or not, has impacted your life? (Once a Tigerette, always a Tigerette.)
Emily Zoch (my big sister) and my aunt Kim
Do you think that this year will be one for the magazine? (Haha... get it... Magazine for Focus Magazine... books... haha.)
Absolutely!

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