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The History of Large Senior – The Cheerleading Worlds 2004-2026
The History of Large Senior The Cheerleading Worlds 2004 – 2027 Large Senior has been, and likely always will be, one of the most popular and talked-about divisions in all star cheerleading. The…
CheerSounds Music and Inside Cheerleading Magazine Partner To Shine the Spotlight on Creative Choreography and Standout Teams!
Inside Cheerleading magazine and CheerSounds Music are proud to announce a program designed to showcase standout cheerleading teams, Inside Cheerleading dedicated athletes and creative choreography!
How It Works: The AIA Global Tournament 2026
The AIA Global Tournament 2026 will take place July 15–20, 2026, in Montréal, Canada, bringing a new kind of all star cheer and dance event to the international stage. Designed as a first-of-its-kind …
Do’s and Don’ts for Parents When It Comes to Supporting a Positive Team Culture
TrueSport Expert Roberta Kraus, PhD The word “culture” is a buzz word we hear or read about all the time. With regards to the youth sport arena, it is about the everyday behaviors and interactions of …
How to Assess Team Culture: A Guide for Coaches Who Want More Effective Teams
As a coach, one of the most challenging skills in the youth sport world today is to learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of your team culture. How do you objectively diagnosis the culture of the te…
What Every Team Captain Should Know to Drive Positive Team Culture
TrueSport Expert Roberta Kraus, PhD Picking team captain(s) is a daunting and challenging task for athletic teams, especially given how their role can impact team culture over time. Sometimes selectio…
Welcome to MetaSpheres! An All-New AI Platform Empowering Learning & Growth
MetaSpheresAI features a combination of 3 vital business elements with immense benefits to users. First – Your MetaspheresAI Private MetaSpace© enhances your Business Growth Architecture in conjunctio…
Cheer Hairstyles: Ideas For Practice, Games, & Competitions
Key Takeaways There are many types of cheerleading hairstyles that vary by the type of event you’re participating in, such as practice sessions, sideline cheering, and competitions. Hairstyles for pra…
USASF Trademark Case Over The Cheerleading Worlds Moves Forward – June 2026
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit has ruled that USASF’s trademark case involving “WORLDS” and “THE CHEERLEADING WORLDS®” may continue, allowing the organization to further present it…
Balancing Techniques For Flyers
Even though stunting is a cheer team involvement and flyers would be nothing without their back spotters or bases, there is still a huge responsibility of performance on the individual flyer. You̷…
The European Summit 2026 Medal Count
The European Summit 2026 Medal Count 2026 Medals Only The European Summit 2026 took place June 20-21, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. We’re taking a look at each team that won a medal in the Finals r…
Cheerleading Tryout Checklist
You’ve been training, conditioning, and learning your basic cheerleading moves all year, and tryouts are almost here! Now that you’ve got yourself physically and mentally prepared for your audition, m…
TEAM iC: Creating a Welcoming Environment for New Team Members
If you could go back and give yourself one piece of advice at the start of the season, what would it be and why?
Why Cheerleading ISN’T a Sport (And What it Means for Cheerleaders)
The Ongoing Debate You think it. I think it. All the Omni Cheer Blog writers think it. Cheerleading is a sport. It takes stamina, confidence, flexibility, and strength to succeed. You work… The …
Introducing THE CHEER AND DANCE NOVAS: A New Awards Show Celebrating the Stars of All Star
The all star cheer and dance industry is getting its own awards-show moment. THE CHEER AND DANCE NOVAS, hosted by MotUS, is a new live, end-of-season awards show created to celebrate the people, progr…
How to Rock Your Cheer Facials
Why Cheer Facials Matter More Than You Think Cheerleaders wouldn’t be quite as cheerful without their trademark smiles. Cheer facials are an important part of any competition routine or game night. So…
How to Watch The European Summit 2026 Livestream
How to Watch The European Summit 2026 – The Summit brings together some of the best cheerleading teams in the United States and the world. Fans can tune in to watch every routine live and follow…
What Do You Do at Cheer Camp? Everything You Need to Know
The most significant part of many cheerleaders' summer breaks is cheer camp. You wait all year for it, and summer means it's finally here! We covered everything you need to know about cheer camp on th…
David’s Cookies – Loudest in the Gym. Now Lead the Fundraiser Too.
When your cheerleader shares their personal fundraising link, they’re not asking for a favor. They’re giving family and friends access to something genuinely delicious. That’s a completely different c…
The Cheerleading Worlds 2026 Grand Champions and Level Champions
The Cheerleading Worlds 2026 Grand Champions and Level Champions The Cheerleading Worlds does not officially award Grand Champion or Level Champion titles, but that has never stopped athletes and fans…
Herkie Versus Hurdler Debunked
Key Takeaways Understanding the basic jump entry is the first step before learning either a herkie or a hurdler jump. A herkie uses a motion punch arm position, with the bent arm… The post Herki…
The Top 7 Myths About Cheer Shoes
Cheer shoes are one of the most important pieces of cheer gear when it comes to ensuring you have a safe and successful season. They keep your feet protected and are designed to optimize your performa…
The Globey Awards 2026: Worlds-Level Coed Team – Fan Favorite
The Globey Awards 2026 Vote For Your Faves! Worlds-Level Coed Team – Fan Favorite Top Gun TGLC Prodigy Allstars Midnight Spirit of Texas Royalty Top Gun Legends The California Allstars Black Ops…
Head in the Game: Concussions in Female Athletes
After reading the TrueSport article below, visit the USA Cheer Concussion Education and Resources Hub Concussions are one of the most common injuries in high school and youth sports. And while they ar…
Dos and Don’ts of Fitness Data: What Parents Should Know to Help Athletes Thrive
Laura Lewis, PhD Sport science can be overwhelming, and it’s easy to get bogged down in acronym-rich terminology that seems critically important to your athlete’s success. If you don’t know their VO2 …
Do Trendy Recovery Strategies Really Work? What Athletes and Coaches Need to Know
Laura Lewis, PhD Recovery strategies are increasingly trendy in the sports world, from new spa-like centers that feature ice baths, saunas, compression boots, and red-light therapies, to old staples l…
5 Ways Athletes Can Prepare to Train, Compete, and Recover at High Altitude
Laura Lewis, PhD If you’re an athlete living at sea level, the idea of training or competing at a high-altitude location can feel intimidating. Maybe you’ve heard horror stories from teammates who str…
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Advertorial: 4 Ways to Increase Your Business Value
At 3rd Level Consulting Group, we believe every business owner should know their numbers. Increasing your business value doesn’t just make a future sale better; it makes your business stronger and mor…
5 Ways Caregivers Can Reduce Athlete Anxiety and Improve Performance Through Retrieval Cues
Kevin Chapman, PhD Athletic success doesn’t happen just because of fast legs or strong muscles. Success is often due to mental strength as well as physical prowess, at any age. That’s why retrieval cu…
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