The International All Star Federation (IASF) announced plans to introduce a new 100-point score sheet for the global All Star cheerleading market, with the system expected to debut at the 2027 Cheerleading World Championships for all IASF divisions.
IASF says the updated scoring system is designed to support athletes, coaches, judges, and event producers by creating a clearer and more consistent framework for competition across international markets.
The new score sheet will move competitions to a 100-point scale while maintaining the sport’s existing weighting structure that governs how routines are evaluated. IASF officials say this approach preserves the core structure of All Star cheer scoring while aligning the sport with systems commonly used in other international athletic competitions.
Why the Scoring System Is Changing
IASF says the transition reflects the continued global growth of All Star cheerleading and the need for a scoring system that is easier to understand for participants and audiences worldwide.
A 100-point scale is widely recognized in international sport and provides clearer benchmarks for evaluating performances across different divisions and markets. The federation believes the format will improve accessibility for developing programs while still supporting the strategic complexity required at the highest levels of competition.
The organization also noted that the update will retain the comparative judging framework that has long been central to All Star cheerleading. That system allows judges to evaluate routines relative to one another while giving teams flexibility to construct routines that highlight their strengths.
Educational Resources Planned
IASF says additional scoring resources will accompany the new system to help coaches and athletes better understand how routines are evaluated within their specific levels and divisions.
Those materials are expected to include benchmarking tools and educational guides designed to clarify how the scoring criteria are applied during competition.
Timeline for Implementation
IASF outlined several key milestones for the rollout of the new scoring system:
- Mid-April 2026: Official score sheet release
- July 2026: Benchmarking guide and educational materials released
- 2027: Full implementation at the Cheerleading World Championships for all IASF divisions
IASF officials say the change is part of a broader effort to create a more unified and transparent scoring framework as All Star cheerleading continues to expand internationally.
