2005 Mayhem Tryouts
Frequently Asked Questions

  • When and where are Mystics Mayhem Tryouts?
    Tryouts will take place on Sunday, April 10, 2005 at MCI Center from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

  • Do I have to pre-register?
    Yes, you must pre-register by 3:00 p.m. April 6, 2004. We will not be accepting walk-ups. All mail must be postmarked by 4/1/05. Payment must be in full for registration to be processed.

  • What if I cannot make tryouts in April 2005?
    Unfortunately this is the only time we will be holding tryouts for this year�s team, but check back next year.

  • How will I know if you received my registration?
    You will receive a confirmation email or call from the Mystics office by 5:00 p.m. April 6, 2005, stating that we received your registration and the time you need to be at MCI Center. We are not responsible for lost registration forms

  • What if I do not hear from the Mystics organization by 5:00 p.m. April 6, 2005?
    If you do not hear from us, then we did not receive your registration form. Please call the Mayhem hotline (202-628-3200 ext. 3595) by 5:00 pm, Thursday, April 7, 2005 and leave a message on how you sent in the registration form. We will do our best to accommodate you, but we are not responsible for any lost registration forms.

  • What should I wear to tryouts?
    Please dress in appropriate gym clothes and tennis shoes. Please do not bring any valuables (i.e. jewelry, bags, etc) with you to tryouts.

  • Do I have to come up with my own dance?
    No, you will be taught a dance at tryouts.

  • How will kids be judged?
    The Mystics Mayhem consists of 25-30 boys and girls ages 7-18 years old. We look for a diverse group of enthusiastic kids. We focus on showmanship, potential, cooperation, coordination, athletic ability and personality.

  • Does my parent/guardian have to remain at tryouts?
    Each participant must arrive at tryouts with a parent/guardian in order to successfully check-in. The parent/guardian must remain at tryouts while their child is trying out. There will be a waiting area for those parents who would like to remain at tryouts.

  • Is parking provided?
    No, parking is not provided. There is parking available on the streets and in lots surrounding MCI Center. We encourage you to take the metro (Gallery Place/Chinatown).

  • Do I have to fill out a waiver form?
    Each participant must complete a waiver form in order to tryout. We ask that these forms be turned in with registration form, but we will have extras the day of tryouts.

  • Will the kids be given food or drink before, during or after tryouts?
    Water will be provided throughout tryouts. If your child is there past 1st Cuts the Mystics organization will provide a snack. We recommend your child brings a bag lunch and a water bottle.

  • What if we pay the $10 registration fee and do not make the team or miss tryouts?
    The registration fee is non-refundable, no exceptions.

  • What if I have more questions?
    Please leave your name, phone number and question on the Mayhem hotline (202-628-3200 ext. 3595)