About Us
We are an auxiliary to The University of Arizona "Pride of Arizona" Marching and Pep Bands. The primary goal of our line is to perform at UA football and men's basketball games. In addition, the Pom Line is a separate performance group, competing nationally while also providing outreach to the community through appearances, performances, and volunteer work.
"The UA Pom/Dance Line is an integral part of our nationally renowned 'Pride of Arizona' Athletic Bands program. It is my privilege as the director to work with this outstanding group of talented and dedicated young ladies. The artistry and energy that the UA Pom/Dance Line brings to our university community is unequalled around this country. They are simply spectacular!"
-Jay C. Rees, director
The Pride of Arizona
Our Coaches
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Alison Zeper is originally from Mesa, Arizona where she started dancing at the age of four, competing nationally in multiple styles of dance. She was captain of the State Champion Pom Line at Mesa Mountain View High School. She then went on to dance on the Pom Line at The University of Arizona from 1996 through 2000 before heading off to teach history, dance and coach the Varsity Spiritline at Red Mountain High School. She moved back to Tucson in 2005 to pursue a career in pharmaceutical sales. Recently, Alison coached the UA Pom Line Competition Squad to a 4th place finish at the USA Collegiate Nationals in Las Vegas in the Spring of 2007.
Alison has over 25 years of dance experience, and is excited to share her passion and knowledge with this talented group of dancers. She remembers not only enjoying every second of being a member of the UA Pom Line, but also making friendships to last a lifetime.
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Dana Jacobs was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona where she began dancing at the age of three. She has competed nationally in numerous styles of dance throughout her childhood. A graduate of Red Mountain High School, she was president of the dance team and co-captain of the Varsity Spiritline. Upon entering college, she continued dancing as a member of The University of Arizona Pom Line from 2004 through 2008, and participated in several collegiate level competitions as a member.
Dana received her teaching degree in elementary education from The University of Arizona in 2008. Showing intense leadership, work ethic, and perseverance, she credits her success to her dance background and teaching experiences. Currently, Dana teaches third grade in Tucson, Arizona, and is soon to be married to her fiancé, Adam. Dana is excited and honored to have this opportunity to work with such a talented group of dancers.
Events and Performances
The UA Marching and Pep Bands exist mainly in support of Arizona Athletics. The Pom Line performs sideline routines and halftime shows at all home football and men's basketball games. Come see us in action!
The Pom Line competes at the United Spirit Association Collegiate Nationals in Las Vegas. The competition is held annually and usually takes place in the month of February. This is one of the most exciting and rewarding times of the year. The competition is always fun and turns out to be great bonding experience. We first began competing in 1999 and we are the 2002 USA National Champions.
In addition to our regular responsibilities, the Pom Line does volunteer work, hosts dance clinics, and makes appearances at events around the Tucson community. See our calendar for upcoming events. To learn more about having the UA Pom Line appear at your next event, click here.
