Joint rules process yields nine updates aimed at clarity, consistency, and athlete safety Dallas, TX - March 17, 2026 - USA Cheer, in partnership with the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), announces updates to the high school cheerleading rules following the conclusion of the joint annual rules meeting. The updated rules will [...]
Historic milestone marks culmination of 16+ year journey to create a collegiate sport derived from cheer and designed for women DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 - STUNT, the head-to-head competitive cheer sport governed nationally by USA Cheer, has officially advanced to NCAA Championship Sport status, marking a historic milestone for women’s collegiate athletics. [...]
2026 STUNT Season Schedule Released DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, November 17, 2025 -- USA Cheer and STUNT proudly announce the full release of the 2026 College STUNT season schedule, marking the largest and most competitive season in the sport’s history. The season officially opens February 2, featuring more than 580 games across five competitive divisions nationwide. This [...]
Supporting Cheerleading and STUNT Athletes Nationwide, with Proceeds Benefiting Adaptive Abilities and Special Olympics Programs DALLAS, TX. (October 23, 2025) – USA Cheer and STUNT proudly announce a new partnership with Mrs. Fields Fundraising, a company renowned for its freshly baked cookies and brownies made on-premises. This collaboration will introduce a unique fundraising opportunity [...]
DALLAS, TX (July 14, 2025) – USA Cheer is proud to announce an exciting Strategic Alliance with Positive Athlete, an organization dedicated to recognizing high school age student-athletes who exemplify character, leadership, resilience and other positive attributes—values that define the heart of USA Cheer. “We are extremely excited to enter into a Strategic Alliance with [...]
Shayna brings a powerful combination of experience, passion, and leadership to this role. With a B.S. in Business Administration from Sonoma State University, Shayna has spent nearly a decade coaching at both the club and high school levels, including with California All Stars and California High School, where her athletes have earned multiple tournament wins, [...]
The NCAA Committee on Women’s Athletics voted at its meeting Thursday to recommend Divisions I, II and III sponsor legislation to add a National Collegiate stunt championship. The recommendation is contingent on official confirmation of the sport’s sponsorship and participation numbers for spring 2025 competition, which will occur over the summer. Read more: https://www.ncaa.org/news/2025/5/15/media-center-stunt-recommended-for-ncaa-championship-status.aspx [...]
Dallas, TX (5-12-2025) – USA Cheer is proud to announce Ben Schreiber has been elected President of the USA Cheer Board of Directors following a formal nomination and vote by the board in accordance with the organization’s bylaws. A respected leader, former athlete, and longtime advocate for cheer, Schreiber brings decades of experience and [...]
NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The 2025 College STUNT National Championship concluded this past weekend, bringing top collegiate teams nationwide together. Hosted by Lipscomb University and Trevecca Nazarene University from April 24–27, the championship showcased elite competition across five divisions, highlighting the growth and athleticism of STUNT, one of the fastest-growing [...]
Dallas, TX – USA Cheer is proud to announce the hiring of Katelin Townsend as the new STUNT Operations Director. With an impressive background in program development, event management, and STUNT advocacy at all levels of the sport, Townsend brings a dynamic and seasoned perspective to the role. Her appointment signals an exciting new chapter [...]
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USA Cheer is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the National Council of Youth Sports (NCYS) in commemorating National Youth Sports Week 2024. Together we celebrate the transformative power of youth sports. This week is dedicated to highlighting sports' positive impact on young people, advocating for their importance, and providing valuable resources to strengthen [...]
Nashville, TN – 9/17/2024 — The 2025 College STUNT National Championship, now in its 14th edition, will take place from April 24-27 at two prestigious Nashville institutions: Lipscomb University and Trevecca Nazarene University. The championship will feature five divisions: Division I, Division II, Division III, NAIA, and Club, bringing together the nation’s top collegiate [...]
DALLAS, TX. (Jun 26, 2024) – We are excited to announce our official partnership with Varsity Spirit – a division of Varsity Brands and a global leader in cheerleading, dance team, and band apparel, camps, competitions, and yearbook – as the "Official Partner of the US National Teams." This collaboration solidifies Varsity Spirit as the [...]
USA Cheer & STUNT Join Forces with Double Good, Empowering the Cheerleading and STUNT Community with a $25,000 Donation DALLAS, TX. (April 8, 2024) – - USA Cheer & STUNT proudly announce a partnership with Double Good, a popcorn-based fundraising company dedicated to raising joy for America’s youth. With an extraordinary $25,000 donation from [...]
DALLAS (February 1, 2024) – USA Cheer, the governing body for cheerleading in the United States, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kaitlyn Lyday as its new Marketing & Social Media Director. With an impressive background in both the cheerleading and marketing worlds, Kaitlyn brings a wealth of experience and a passion for the [...]
The Partnership Marks the 13th Governing Body Partnership for NCSA and will Include Recruiting Initiatives, Visibility to Expansive Network of College Coaches BRADENTON, Fla. (October 9, 2023) – NCSA College Recruiting and USA Cheer have joined together for an official partnership that will provide more recruiting opportunities and increased visibility to a network of over [...]
USA Cheer is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the National Council of Youth Sports (NCYS) in commemorating National Youth Sports Week 2023. We firmly believe that every young person should be able to engage in sports within an environment that champions diversity, equity, inclusivity, support, and safety. “At the heart of National Youth Sports [...]
USA Cheer’s College Cheerleading Rules Committee has voted through several proposals for the 2023-24 school year. The committee received proposals through the public portal and educational service providers, then sent the proposals to over 300 college coaches across the spectrum of college divisions and team makeup for their input and feedback. Rules changes include: minor [...]
The NFHS Spirit Rules Committee made several changes to the 2023-24 season rules. These changes primarily consisted of clarifying and consolidating existing rules and making two changes that allow for additional skills. Summary of Changes: “Hanging pyramid” has been changed to “hanging stunt” to more accurately reflect the skills being performed. 3.3.5: Clarified that [...]
As we begin STUNT's 13th season, we celebrate a milestone accomplishment! Last Saturday, January 14th, STUNT was elevated to NCAA emerging sport status by the Division II membership at the 2023 NCAA Convention in San Antonio, TX. 51 colleges and universities currently offer STUNT as part of their athletic programs, and we’re excited about [...]
DALLAS (January 11, 2023) – USA Cheer, the governing body for sport cheering in the United States, today welcomed the announcement by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee formally welcoming USA Cheer to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic family as a USOPC Affiliate Sports Organization. Additional organizations recognized today include United States Muaythai Federation, [...]
All three NCAA Division councils approve STUNT’s addition ahead conference voting in 2023 DALLAS (May 24, 2022) – After a legislative pause due to the COVID pandemic, USA Cheer shares today that the NCAA Division I, Division II, and Division III Councils will sponsor legislation to add STUNT as an emerging sport for women in [...]
2022-23 College Cheer Rules Changes USA Cheer’s College Cheerleading Rules Committee has voted through several proposals for the 2022-23 school year. The committee received proposals through the public portal and educational service providers, then sent the proposals to more than 300 college coaches across the spectrum of college divisions and team makeup for their [...]
USA Cheer and the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) have released the high school rules changes for the 2022-23 school year. Following the NFHS Spirit rules meeting, of which USA Cheer is a voting member, several changes were made to increase safety while allowing new skills to be performed in a safe [...]