Minnesota Swarm set date for performance team tryouts

The National Lacrosse League’s (NLL) Minnesota Swarm have announced that tryouts for the Swarm Performance Team (SPT) will take place at CorePower Yoga in Minneapolis on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 6:00 p.m. Ten will women will be selected to the team and join Head Coach Tami Krause and Assistant Coach Allison Drusch for the 2010 season.

Krause, will be entering her sixth season as the Head Coach and Coordinator for the Swarm Performance Team. For the past twelve years, she has also served as the Head Coach and Coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings (NFL) Cheerleading squad. A mother of three boys, Krause was a dance major from the University of Minnesota, and is a former Pro Cheerleader.

Joining Krause on the coaching staff is first year coach, Allison Drusch, who has previous experience with the Swarm as a former three-year SPT member and guest choreographer.
“We have so many new and exciting things going on with the Swarm this year and bringing Allison on board is another addition to the list,” stated Krause. “I can’t wait to see which ten amazing women will gear up for the 2010 team.”

A mother of two girls, Drusch is a former Minnesota Vikings Captain and Pro Bowl Cheerleader. She also serves as a UPA Judge Coordinator for National Dance and Cheer Competitions.

“I’m looking forward to coming back to the Swarm in this new role. I loved every year of dancing on the SPT and I’m honored for the opportunity to share my passion and expertise as a coach,” said Drusch.

Courtesy: Minnesota Swarm