USA Cheer Hiring STUNT Operations Director

USA Cheer is seeking a STUNT Operations Director to oversee the growth and management of STUNT at the high school, collegiate, and club levels.

USASF Releases 2025-26 Age Grid & Rule Updates for All Star Cheer & Dance

The USASF 2025-26 All Star Cheer & Dance Age Grid and Rules are here! New flex divisions offer more opportunities for teams, while rule clarifications ensure a fair and safe…

National Champions Named at 2025 UCA High School Cheerleading Championship

The 2025 UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship brought together over 27,000 athletes in an electrifying competition. Find out which teams took home the championship titles!

Pop Warner Cheer & Dance Nationals Leave Orlando After 30 Years—New Home in Charlotte

For the first time in three decades, the Pop Warner Super Bowl and Cheer & Dance Nationals will relocate from Orlando to Charlotte, North Carolina, in 2025 and 2026. Pop…

Cheerleaders Speak Out After LSU’s Bold Exclusion from Athlete Meals

A sign at LSU’s athletic dining facility has sparked outrage across the cheer and dance community. The sign states that breakfast sandwiches are available only for student-athletes, explicitly noting that…

The Most Overlooked Skill in Cheerleading—And Why It Matters

Many athletes overlook motion placement, but it's critical for college cheerleading. From sharp execution to crowd leadership, here's why it matters.

Karen Lawrence, Former NCA Executive and Industry Leader, Dies at 74

Karen Lawrence, a pioneer in modern cheerleading and longtime NCA leader, passed away at 74. Her impact on competitive cheer and athlete mentorship leaves a lasting legacy.

Cali Cheer Show Hits 1 Million Views: SMOED Shines with New Episodes!

The Cali Cheer Show hits 1 million views! Celebrate with new episodes featuring SMOED’s first full-outs, their Showcase and their Competition in Palm Springs!

UCA & UDA College Nationals: Alabama, Ole Miss, Ohio State Among Top Winners

The 2025 UCA & UDA College Nationals crowned champions in cheer and dance after an intense three-day competition. Alabama, Ole Miss, and Bowling Green took top honors in cheer, while…

Varsity Launches VARSITY: New Activewear Line for Cheer and Dance Athletes

Varsity has launched VARSITY, a new activewear collection inspired by the athleticism and spirit of cheerleaders and dancers. Designed for the "forever athlete," this line offers premium, performance-ready apparel perfect…