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About CCD

CCD is not only one of the most recognizable names in cheerleading and dance competitions, Champion Cheer & Dance is a Legacy within the cheerleading and dance community, being passed down from coach to coach through the teaching of what founder Cathy Buckey originated and established over a quarter of a century ago. The legacy continues to be shared and passed on with each competition.

Cathy Buckey, Founder of Champion Cheer & Dance, started her cheerleading and dance legacy as Champion Cheerleading Camps, Inc. in 1979. After closing the camp chapter in Champions life, Champion Cheer & Dance dove head first into providing the absolute best Championships and Nationals in the industry. CCD provides:

The Best Awards, Medals & Banners!
Professional Judges
Affordable Prices
Seamless Events
A Piece of History

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Champion Cheer and Dance - Grand Nationals - DI/DII

Baltimore, MD, 12/6/2025 - 12/7/2025

Champion Cheer and Dance - Grand Nationals (Dance)

Baltimore, MD, 12/7/2024 - 12/7/2024

Results

Champion Cheer and Dance - Grand Nationals (Cheer) - DI/DII

Baltimore, MD, 12/7/2024 - 12/8/2024

Results

Champion Cheer and Dance Grand Nationals (Cheer)

December 2-3, 2023
Baltimore, Maryland

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ALL STAR NEWS

Insider Info: 2026 Spirit Sports Kansas City Nationals

The 2026 Spirit Sports Kansas City Nationals returns for another year, as All Star teams will compete at the Kansas City Convention Center on Feb. 7-8.

Insider Info: 2026 Southern Nationals By Cheer Power

American Cheer Power is known for putting together action-packed cheer and dance events around the country and will be making its next stop in San Antonio for the 2026 edition of Southern Nationals by Cheer Power , which will take place at the Alamodome on Feb.7-8.