Notre Dame Pom Squad
University of Notre Dame
About Notre Dame Pom Squad
Since its founding in November 1975 as the Dancing Irish, the Notre Dame Pom Squad has grown into a cherished student organization that embodies the spirit of the Notre Dame, IN community. The organization represents a unique student-led model, where members from the University of Notre Dame and Saint Mary's College collaborate to create memorable performances that strengthen campus culture and community bonds.
What sets the Notre Dame Pom Squad apart is its deep commitment to serving both the university and broader community. Beyond performing at sporting events, the squad actively gives back through volunteer performances at nursing homes, hosts annual youth dance clinics, and participates in beloved campus traditions like the Bookstore Basketball Championships and Saint Mary's Dance Marathon. This multifaceted approach reflects the organization's belief that performance is about more than entertainment—it's about building connections and fostering community spirit.
The squad's evolution from the Dancing Irish to the Notre Dame Pom Pon Squad in 1985, and finally to its current name, mirrors the organization's growth and adaptation over nearly five decades. Notable performances include appearances at the 1992 Cotton Bowl, 2000 Fiesta Bowl, 2007 Fiesta Bowl, and 2019 Crossroads Classic basketball tournament in Indianapolis, showcasing the squad's reach beyond campus borders.
Today, the Notre Dame Pom Squad remains a welcoming, non-competitive athletic club that prioritizes the college experience and personal growth of its members. The organization actively invites performance requests and maintains strong connections with students, alumni, and community members through social media and email communications, ensuring that the spirit and tradition of the squad continues to thrive at Notre Dame.