The University of Texas at Austin Athletics
Texas Spirit Program Appearance Requests
| Group Type | Hook 'Em (Costumed Mascot) | Cheer/Pom Small Group (4-6 members) | Cheer/Pom Large Group (10-12 members) | Hook 'Em + Cheer/Pom (Small Group) Bundle | Hook 'Em + Cheer/Pom (Large Group) Bundle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas: Student groups, Departments, Camps; Texas Athletics sponsors; Official Texas Exes events; Schools; Non-profit organizations | $250/hr | $250/hr | $400/hr | $400/hr | $500/hr |
| Private Personal Events (e.g. weddings); Corporate events held at Texas Athletics facilities | $500/hr | $500/hr | $750/hr | $750/hr | $1000/hr |
| Private Corporate Events and Other Offsite Events | $750/hr | $750/hr | $1000/hr | $1000/hr | $1500/hr |
Cheer, Pom, and Hook 'Em are unable to make appearances during UT Final Exam Periods. Final Exam Periods are listed below:
December 11-15, 2025 AND April 30 - May 4, 2026
To request an appearance by Texas Cheer, Pom, or Hook 'Em, please review all directions and guidelines below and submit a request at the link above.
- The requesting group/organization must submit a completed appearance contract prior to the event. All events are subject to approval and contracts must be submitted in a timely manner in order to be considered. Please see the appearance "request now" button
- Appearance requests are reviewed on a weekly basis. We will review your request and notify you regarding the status of your requests within 7 days following your submission. Requests are filled on a first come, first served basis and subject to team availability.
- After the appearance takes place an invoice will be sent to you for payment. Payment is expected within five business days.
- Any cancellation within a week prior to the appearance is subject to a cancellation fee if your appearance is approved.
- Please contact the Spirit Program email at txcheer@austin.utexas.edu a week prior to the event to confirm all details.
- Event date/time changes may be requested for approved appearances but cannot be guaranteed and are subject to cancellation.
APPEARANCE GUIDELINES
Texas Spirit Program and Mascot Program Appearance Guidelines
- Spirit Program members may not attend a function that causes them to miss classes, practices, Texas Athletics events, or other program obligations.
- For events not located on The University of Texas campus, client agrees to pay the standard IRS mileage rate of $0.54/mile (valid through December 31, 2016). For all appearance requests outside the Austin area, the requesting group/organization must provide round trip travel and lodging (if applicable) through a certified Texas Athletics travel partner.
- Outside groups may not use UT trademark logos, including the Longhorns silhouette or images of Texas Spirit Program and Mascot Program members for promotion of an event.
- Requested Spirit Program and Mascot Program members may not accept gifts, special promotions, or other items unless those items are approved by coaching staff and compliance prior to the event.
- Texas Spirit Program and Mascot Program reserves the right to cancel an appearance at any time due to schedule changes, illness, emergencies, etc.
- Appearances are charged by the hour! We recommend limiting to a two-hour timeframe for Cheer and Pom and limiting to a one-hour timeframe for Mascots.
- Keep in mind that Spirit Program and Mascot Program members attend events as special guests to represent the University. They are there to meet and greet guests, take photos and/or perform. They are not available to assist in any manual labor, set up or tear down of the event. Please contact us if you have questions regarding this policy.
- Requesting group/organization must provide the following:
- Parking
- Private changing room and break area for mascots that is not a restroom
- Secure area to store personal belongings
- On site contact person to communicate all details of the event
- A sound system for any appearances involving a performance
- Texas Athletics may provide a handler to assist in escorting Hook 'Em depending on the event.
- Texas Spirit Program and Mascot Program members enjoy entertaining a friendly and safe audience. They reserve the right to walk away from any appearance in which they feel unsafe.
CONTACT US
For questions regarding Texas Spirit Program requests, please contact txcheer@austin.utexas.edu.