Yell Contest
Team: _____________________________
Excellent
Criteria
(10 pts)
Relevance to the Theme Yell aligns perfectly with the
(25%) theme, uses clear references,
and reinforces it throughout.
Mastery and Timing Movements are well-
(20%) rehearsed, precise, and
synchronized with the yell.
Timing is perfect, enhancing
the delivery and energy.
Costume and Costumes are highly creative,
Props/Creativity original, and directly related
(20%) to the theme. Props are
innovative and used
effectively to enhance the
performance.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING
Good
(8-9 pts)
Yell generally fits the theme,
includes some relevant
elements, but connection could
be stronger.
Movements are mostly
rehearsed, some minor
stumbles or inconsistencies.
Timing is generally good, but
some off-beat moments.
Costumes are generally
creative, mostly related to the
theme. Props are present and
somewhat helpful in
enhancing the performance.
Judge Name: _______________________________
Date: _______________________________________
Average
(7 pts)
Yell somewhat relates to the
theme, but connection is weak
or not readily apparent.
Movements are somewhat
coordinated, with some clear
errors or lack of practice.
Timing is inconsistent,
affecting the flow and impact.
Costumes are average, with
limited creativity or
connection to the theme.
Props are minimal or not
well-integrated.
Needs Improvement
(6 pts)
Yell barely connects to the
theme, lacking references or
meaningful integration.
Movements are poorly
rehearsed, lacking
coordination and precision.
Timing is uneven, hindering
the performance.
Costumes are basic, lacking
creativity or theme
connection. Props are absent
or ineffective.
Poor
Score
(1-5 pts)
Yell completely ignores the
theme or contradicts it.
Movements are haphazard and
improvised. Timing is chaotic,
negatively impacting the yell.
Costumes are plain or
inappropriate. Props are
absent or distracting.
Loudness and Clarity of Yell is consistently loud and
Voice clear, easily heard throughout
(15%) the venue. Pronunciation is
precise, ensuring message
delivery.
Yell is mostly loud and clear, Yell is somewhat loud and Yell is often faint or muffled, Yell is barely audible and
with occasional lapses in clear, with frequent issues in making it difficult to hear. poorly articulated, making it
volume or enunciation. volume or clarity, making Pronunciation is poor, almost impossible to
parts difficult to understand. hindering understanding. understand.

Originality Yell incorporates unique Yell includes some original Yell is mostly derivative, Yell is completely unoriginal, Yell lacks any originality or
(15%) ideas, fresh approaches, and elements but relies on some lacking distinctive features or copying existing material or creativity, appearing entirely
avoids clichés. Presentation is common tropes or borrowed innovative approaches. using overused concepts. uninspired.
distinct and memorable. ideas.

Over-all Impact Yell is highly engaging, Yell is generally engaging, Yell is somewhat engaging, Yell is not very engaging, Yell is uninspiring, lacks
(5%) energetic, and leaves a lasting energetic, and creates a but energy is inconsistent, or lacks energy, and fails to make energy, and has a negative or
positive impression on the positive impact on the impact is limited. a significant impact on the no impact on the audience.
audience. audience. audience.

Total: ____________
100 %

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