USA Cheer Recruiting Combines
USA Cheer Combines are geared toward high school juniors and seniors and junior college students/athletes interested in cheering and/or competing in college. This event is a way for in-state and out-of-state coaches to recruit potential athletes for their college cheer and/or STUNT teams. The intention is that coaches and athletes connect to find the best fit academically and athletically.
The 2026 College Cheer & STUNT Recruiting Combines are not yet open for registration.
Please follow USA Cheer and STUNT on social media to be informed of registration opening for 2026 college recruiting combines.
College Coaches, be sure to update your program information on our College Directory!
COLLEGE PROGRAMS REGISTRATION!
College Coaches Attend Free!
Make sure your program is listed in our College Program Directory, then register your school to recruit at a USA Cheer combine. Registration is free for college cheer, spirit, and STUNT programs.
Coaches will need a USA Cheer membership in order to register.
Once you select a combine for registration, click the “Looking for Staff Options” to register in person or virtually. You can change your registration type in the future if plans change.
PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION!
Athlete Pricing $99 (Member Pricing $89)
Early Bird Discount Additional $10 off! Early registration includes a free USA Cheer or STUNT tee! We can’t wait to see you!
2026 Combines
Nashville, Tennessee – Thu, Jul 9 (5:00 – 7:00 pm) – Renaissance Nashville Hotel by Marriott
Dallas, TX – Sat, Aug 15 (11 am – 2 pm) – Location TBA
Oklahoma City, OK – Sun, Aug 16 (11 am – 2 pm) – Location TBA
Chicago, IL – Sat, Aug 22 (11 am – 2 pm) – Concordia University Chicago
Newark, Delaware – Sat, Sep 26 (11 am – 2 pm) – Location TBA
Raleigh, NC – Sun, Sep 27 (Session 1: 9:00 am – 11:30 pm, Session 2: 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm) – Location TBA
Fresno, California – Sat, Oct 3 (10 am – 1 pm) – Location TBA
Spokane, Washington – Sun, Oct 4 (11 am – 2 pm) – Whitworth University
Ogden, UT – Sat, Oct 24 (10 am – 1 pm) – Location TBA
Gilbert, Arizona – Sun, Oct 25 (11 am – 2 pm) – Location TBA
Frequently Asked Questions
Coaches and any Junior College participants who are 18+ years must have a current USA Cheer Professional, Cheer Coach, STUNT Coach, or STUNT Official membership PRIOR to registering for the event.
- To obtain or renew your membership please click the appropriate links above.
- If you have been a member with USA Cheer or attended a previous event, LOGIN to renew your membership.
- If you forgot your login, you can select “Forgot User ID or Password”.
- Once your membership is current, please return to this page to sign up for the combines you’ll be attending.
Do I have to attend with a stunt group?
No. Groups are encouraged but not required. During the stunting portion of the event you will be able to work with other individuals that attend.
If I attend with a stunt group, can we stay together or would we likely be split up?
Yes, you can stay with your stunt group unless a coach specifically requests to see you work with other athletes.
Do I have to be a high school junior or senior? How old do I have to be to attend?
Yes, juniors and seniors are welcome and must be 15 years or older by 7/1/25.
What is required to register?
Participants who are 18 years and older as of 8/1/25 are required to have a current USA Cheer Professional Membership.
Are spectators/parents allowed in the practice area or is it a closed event?
In most cases, spectators/parents are welcome to observe free of charge. There are some facilities that don’t allow spectators, may not have seating, or may not have enough space for spectators. Please check for any updates prior to arriving and note that there may be circumstances beyond our control on site.
Is my coach allowed in the practice area to spot and watch?
Coaches are not allowed to practice or spot. Only those that sign up for the event and have a waiver on file will be allowed on the main floor.
Are there fees for spectators (parents and/or coaches)?
There is no fee for spectators.
What is required to attend the event as a coach?
Coaches must have a current USA Cheer Professional, Cheer Coach, STUNT Coach, or STUNT Official membership AND must be registered for the event prior to arriving.
Can I bring assistant coaches, athletic trainer, team managers?
Yes. Anyone who can assist in your recruiting efforts is welcome but must have a current USA Cheer Professional, Cheer Coach, STUNT Coach, or STUNT Official membership AND must be registered for the event prior to arriving.
What if I am unable to attend the event in-person, is there a virtual option?
Yes. We will have a virtual option available as well but you must have a current USA Cheer Professional, Cheer Coach, STUNT Coach, or STUNT Official membership AND must be registered for the event prior it starting. You will not receive the virtual login link unless you have a current membership and are registered for the event.
Can I bring a stunt group or squad representatives?
Yes, it’s encouraged. You may bring up to 8 athletes to the event. They need to register for the event using the “College Athlete Representative” option. You are responsible for supervision of your athletes.
Will Wifi or electrical outlets be available?
Usually there is public wifi but we can’t guarantee wifi or electric outlet access. Have your devices charged and come prepped with a personal hot spot just in case.
Will I get the athletes’ information from the event?
Yes, we will provide athletes’ basic information at the event and all of the athletes’ information post event.
What should I bring for my display table?
We will provide a table for each university in attendance. Feel free to bring whatever best represents your institution and provides information about your program. A good tip is to have handout information attendees can take with them or QR codes where they can find out more information. Here are a few examples of tables from previous years. * Note: NCAA programs, be sure to check your compliance rules on information distribution to recruits.
