Aloha Grand Championship

Aloha Grand Nationals
March 11-12, 2023

Phoenix Convention Center
100 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ, 85004

• Performance Order & Awards Schedule

Entrance to south building is on 3^rd street

Watch Live:

Join Varsity TV and tune-in to watch live streaming coverage of every performance! Visit the event hub for exclusive event coverage including on-demand routine videos, interviews, highlights, results and more! CLICK HERE for more information

Security Screening:

The safety of the athletes and guests is our number one priority, and many of our host facilities have implemented enhanced security procedures for attendees. Some of these enhanced security measures include: All bags, purses, backpacks, waist packs, etc. will be examined prior to entering. *We anticipate that additional time will be required for the coordination of these additional security measures. Please plan your arrival time accordingly.

Media Policy & Social Media:

• Varsity will allow recording on personal devices. No commercial recording (audio or visual) or commercial live streaming is allowed in the competition venue or other event related venues (including but not limited to, hotels and restaurants) or on the grounds of any such venues (collectively, ‘Event Locations’).
• Please share your journey to this event and pictures captured at the event with us on social media!

·       Tag us @VarsityAllStar and be sure to use the hashtag #AlohaGrandNationals!

Thank you for choosing a HOUSING REQUIRED event!

For your convenience we have secured attendee blocks throughout the city with amazing rates specifically for Varsity All Star customers. Team Travel Source (TTS) has also successfully negotiated team friendly terms and conditions with each of our host hotels to take the worry and hassle out of booking hotel accommodations so that you can focus on your teams preparation and performance. Booking through our housing partner TTS is required for all athletes, coaches and spectators attending this event. Please use the link below for next steps to secure your team housing for this exciting event.

CLICK HERE to book REQUIRED Housing.

If you have questions about Stay Smart please e-mail staysmart@varsity.com.

Spectator Tickets:

Click here to purchase tickets!

Parking & Entrance:

Please check back for additional information coming soon.

Venue Information:

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Priority Viewing:

Please check back here for additional information coming soon.

Watch Live:

Join Varsity TV and tune-in to watch live streaming coverage of every performance! Visit the event hub for exclusive event coverage including on-demand routine videos, interviews, highlights, results and more! CLICK HERE for more information.

Security Screening:

The safety of the athletes and guests is our number one priority, and many of our host facilities have implemented enhanced security procedures for attendees. Some of these enhanced security measures include: All bags, purses, backpacks, waist packs, etc. will be examined prior to entering. *We anticipate that additional time will be required for the coordination of these additional security measures. Please plan your arrival time accordingly.

Media Policy & Social Media: 

• Varsity will allow recording on personal devices. No commercial recording (audio or visual) or commercial live streaming is allowed in the competition venue or other event related venues (including but not limited to, hotels and restaurants) or on the grounds of any such venues (collectively, ‘Event Locations’).
• Please share your journey to this event and pictures captured at the event with us on social media!
• Tag us @VarsityAllStar and be sure to use the hashtag #AlohaGrandNationals!

2023 Bid Information:

The League
600 points

The Cheerleading Worlds
2 Paid Bids & 6 At-Large Bids

2022-23 Worlds Bid Declaration

The Summit
3 Full Paid Bids, 4 IASF At-Large Bids & 5 At-Large Bids

The D2 Summit
3 Full Paid Bids & 5 At-Large Bids

The Youth Summit
1 Full Paid Bid & 2 At-Large Bids

The Regional Summit
2 Full Paid Bids (1 DI & 1 DII) & At-Large Bids (Top 3 Teams in Eligible Divisions)

The U.S. Finals
Golden Tickets

Additional Coaches Information can be found in the Coaches Event BAND Group.

Division Splits:

• D1/D2 splits will be guaranteed in every (Elite Cheer) division, then will follow the USASF split guidelines by team size. No additional D2 recognition awards given beyond the awards in each division.

• Registration/Check-In:  
  • You must register a minimum of 30 minutes PRIOR to your assigned warm-up time
  • Please bring the following items to registration:
    • Proof of music license (All performances)
    • USASF Rosters/ ID (All Star)
    • USASF Compliance Cover Sheet (All Star)
    • Rec Verification Form (Rec)
    • USA Cheer Proof of Membership (Rec/School)
    • Waiver Forms PER ATHLETE & PER COACH (Rec/School) 
    • Team Roster (Rec/School)
  • At this time, you will sign all necessary Bid Intentions.

  Warm-Up:

  • Everyone entering the warm-up room, and not in uniform, must be wearing their USASF/USA Cheer approved wristband.

  Scoring: 

  • Scoresheets will be sent to the email attached to the team or registration contact approximately 15-20 minutes after performance. Paper copies will be available upon request at the scoresheet table. *The coaches attached to your teams will receive their team’s scoresheets at the event ONLY if their email AND mobile phone number is added and correct on the portal account.

Event Contacts:

Our team is here for your team. The following staff members can assist your program with this event.

• Registration Specialist: Rebecca Virgadamo – rvirgadamo@varsity.com
• Event Coordinator: Malcolm Bluffington – mbuffington@varsity.com
• Customer Experience Manager: Matthew Goto – mgoto@varsity.com
• Cheer Scoring: Nic Wurtsmith – nwurtsmith@varsity.com
• Performance Order & General Event Info: Malcolm Buffington – mbuffington@varsity.com
• Additional Issues or Concerns: Matthew Goto – mgoto@varsity.com

• The Final Performance Order & Awards Schedule will be posted on HERE on Thursday evening the week of the event.
• Awards Ceremonies will take place in the performance hall at the conclusion of each event session, approximately 1-3 hours after each team’s final compete time. Please check the final schedule for exact division/session times.
• Event Results will be available Tuesday following the event HERE.

2022 Aloha Grand Nationals Results:
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