Mascots - Tryouts

BIG JAY & BABY JAY PREREQUISITE TRYOUT INFORMATION

It is expected that your time on the squad comes in second only to being a successful student at The University of Kansas. To be considered for Big Jay or Baby Jay, potential squad members must first meet the requirements listed below:

Be a current, full-time student enrolled at The University of Kansas by the tryout date
Cumulative GPA of a 2.0 or higher. (While on the squad, it is expected that the student maintains a 2.0 grade point average per semester to remain an active squad member.)
Commit to at least 15 hours per week for squad related commitments. (Please keep in mind that this changes based on sport seasons & appearance demands.)

HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS

*The suits for Big Jay & Baby Jay are made to accommodate certain sizes of bodies. Potential squad members must meet the following height requirements:

Big Jay: 6-2 to 6-6
Baby Jay: 4-10 to 5-2

*If you do not fall within the height range but are close, please came and see if we can “fit you in.”

WHAT TO WEAR TO TRYOUTS:

Comfortable workout gear (shorts and t-shirt)
Tennis shoes (no flip flops or bare feet)
If you have long hair, make sure that it is tied up securely

MANDATORY COMMITMENTS

In addition to scheduled games & appearances, squad members are required to attend:

Practice: Tuesdays 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Morning Workouts: Mondays & Wednesdays 5:45 AM -6:45 AM

TRYOUT DATE & TIME:

Tryouts will be held in 2026 for the 2026-27 Academic Year.

April 13, 2026 - 6-10 p.m.
April 15, 2026 - 6-10 p.m.

University of Kansas Athletics