Tryouts
Tryouts to become The Leprechaun take place over a grueling month long process each spring. Prospect leprechauns are presented with several mental and physical challenges that only true leprechauns are capable of completing until the field is narrowed down to under ten finalists. During the final round of tryouts, each contestant must lead a 5 minute mock pep rally, answer questions during an interview with a local media personality, respond to a game situation, answer Notre Dame trivia, dance Notre Dame's version of the Irish Jig, and complete 50 pushups. A panel of judges then interviews each candidate in private before making the final decision.
Despite popular belief, there are no strict requirements for becoming the leprechaun. Notre Dame students of any height are eligible to try out regardless of their ability to grow a beard. The overall "look" of candidates does weigh into the decision, however, and more often than not a dashingly handsome young man with the exceptional ability to grow a chinstrap beard will be chosen. Candidates must also prove that they seek to become the leprechaun for the right reasons, and they must truly have a special love for the tradition and spirit of Notre Dame in their hearts.
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