Pom-Cheer-Dance Program

The Cardinals Pom-Pom Program began in 1997 and has grown in popularity in the last 15 years. Squads have traveled from over three hours away to participate. Hundreds of different Pom, Dance & now Cheer Squads have performed before a Cardinals game.

Looking for a unique performance venue?

Do you need practice performing before a large audience?

Want to stay fresh between camp & football season?

Is your squad ready for a new fundraiser?

Need a fun night out with your team?

...then the Cardinals want to see you perform!

Game Dates to choose from:

Wednesday April 18th vs. Reds

Monday May 14th vs. Cubs

Wednesday June 13th vs. White Sox

Saturday June 16th vs. Royals

Tuesday July 24th vs. Dodgers

Wednesday August 8th vs. Giants

Wednesday August 15th vs. Diamondbacks

Tuesday August 21st vs. Astros

Monday September 3rd vs. Mets

Wednesday September 19th vs. Astros

Monday October 1st vs. Reds

Program Highlights

All squads will gather in the Ford Plaza, where your 2-4 minute routine will be performed approximately 1 hour prior to game time. The Cardinals own DJ will emcee the event & get the crowd excited!

Performances will be simulcast on in-house TV's throughout the Ballpark & groups will be welcomed on the Diamond Vision scoreboard during the game!

Two representatives from each group will be recognized on the field in a Pre-Game Ceremony! (This can be any 2 team members you choose, but we suggest your Top Ticket Seller and Coach/Sponsor)

2012 Ticket Pricing & Fund-Raising

Tickets are sold to squads at a discounted rate. You can then sell them to family, friends, classmates and community for up to Full Face Value!

Each squad MUST sell a minimum of 150 tickets to perform!

Tickets are sold on consignment...so money is not due up front

You may return up to 25% of the tickets (2 weeks prior to game date) Any return tickets must accompany payment & be in the Cardinal office 2 weeks prior to game date, or you will be billed for all of them.

Returning tickets may cancel your performance, if minimum of 150 tickets are not kept.

You may always add tickets... based on availability!

Schedule of Evening Events:

5:10-5:15 - Arrival at Busch Stadium (Gate 6) Broadway Entry

5:30-6:00 - Walk-through & Stretching (performance area is 42' wide x 42' deep)

6:00-6:35 - Performances!

6:40 - 2 representatives from each squad are led to the field

6:50 - Pre-Game Ceremony, on the Field, right behind Home Plate!

7:15 - Play Ball!

*Times are for a 7:15pm game. Specific times will be sent in the event any game time is changed.

Please note that ALL game times/performance times are subject to change

Planning Ahead:

A pre-game packet will be sent to you approximately 3 weeks prior to your game date.
Please read it carefully & make sure all information is shared with squad, parents, and anyone you sell tickets to!

Packet will include:

Specific times for arrival, performances, field ceremony - tailored for game start time & number of squads performing.

Order of performances

Details regarding entry & performance area

Reminders of what needs to be turned in (Waivers, Payment, Returns, Roster, etc.)

It is each group's responsibility to get all required information to the Cardinals on time, including return tickets & payment

Surface for the performances is 42 X 42 carpet bonded foam that is used for competition cheer and dance. Please make sure you are comfortable with those dimensions.

Limit of 35 dancers per routine

Limited performances per date so make sure to book your date early

All music must be on CD & we recommend you bring 2 copies