Nothing lasts forever, and that apparently includes the Silver Dancers, which have been the centerpiece of Spurs sidelines for 26 years, News Radio 1200 WOAI reports.
The Spurs have announced the creation of a still unnamed hype squad to fire up fans before and during games:
"Spurs Sports & Entertainment will be introducing a 35-member coed Spurs hype team at the beginning of the 2018-19 season that will elevate the game day experience and energize crowds with a diverse array of unique family-friendly talents, including tumbling, acrobatics, dance and stunts. As ambassadors of the Spurs brand, hype team members will participate in a variety of community events and public appearances as well as perform at home games. The name of the team will be announced at a later date.
“We are excited to announce our new Spurs hype team,” said Spurs Sports & Entertainment Vice President Tammy Turner. “This team will further enhance the game-night experience for Spurs fans at the AT&T Center.”
Auditions for the official entertainment team of the San Antonio Spurs will be held July 21 and Aug. 5 at the University of the Incarnate Word. Dynamic stunt artists, tumblers, acrobats, cheerleaders, and other performers are encouraged to attend the open tryouts. Registration information and more details on the team will be released soon."
The Spurs have not confirmed it, but the hype team will apparently replace the Silver Dancers. Many pro teams are moving away from all female squads in exchange for coed athletic squads like the hype team, but this would make the Spurs the first in the NBA without a dance specific team.
Photo: The Spurs Silver Dancers perform during the game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Brooklyn Nets at the AT&T Center. (Photo by Chris Covatta/Getty Images)