The Cheerleading Worlds
The pinnacle of All-Star cheerleading.
Overview
Held every spring at ESPN Wide World of Sports, The Cheerleading Worlds crowns the world champions in Levels 5, 6, and 7 across every International division. Only bid-winning programs qualify — earned across the USASF-sanctioned bid season.
Schedule
- • Semi-Finals — Levels 5 & 6
- • Finals — Level 5
- • Semi-Finals — International Open
- • Finals — Level 6 & International Open (L7)
Latest coverage
Open Championship Series Hits Back After Federal Appeal Revives USASF Worlds Trademark War
A federal appeals court has reignited the legal firestorm between the USASF and The Open Championship Series, sending the fight over the 'Worlds' trademark back to a jury trial.
Eleventh Circuit Revives USASF Trademark Fight Over 'The Cheerleading Worlds'
A federal appeals court has revived USASF's trademark lawsuit over "The Cheerleading Worlds," reversing a lower court that ruled the marks generic. Here's what happened, what trademark terms like "generic," "descriptive," and "secondary meaning" actually mean, and what it means for the future of cheer.
The Cheerleading Worlds Final Results | 2004-2026
Complete cheerleading Worlds results from 2004–2026. Explore division champions, medalists, and standout performances from The Cheerleading Worlds.
The Cheerleading Worlds 2026: Everything You Need to Know
Everything you need to know about The Cheerleading Worlds 2026 from April 24-27.
Cheerleading & Dance Worlds 2026 Opens With More Than 14,000 Athletes
The Cheerleading Worlds and Dance Worlds opened in Orlando with more than 14,000 athletes competing across both championships.
How to Watch The Cheerleading Worlds 2026
From April 24–27, The Cheerleading Worlds will be streaming live from the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort.
Frequently asked
How do teams qualify for The Cheerleading Worlds?+
Teams must earn a bid from a USASF-sanctioned event during the bid season. Bids come in three tiers — At-Large, Wild Card, and Fully Paid — with the exact allotment per event set by USASF.
Where can I watch The Cheerleading Worlds?+
Every session streams live on Varsity TV. Cheer Daily covers order of appearance, live scoring, and champion announcements as they happen.
When are 2026 Worlds bids awarded?+
Bids are awarded throughout the fall and winter competition season. Cheer Daily maintains a live Worlds bid tracker updated within 24 hours of every awarding event.