Davenport University Heads To Finals On Top In New Division

Posted April 5, 2018

California Baptist University has a winning tradition at the NCA & NDA Collegiate Cheer and Dance Championship in Daytona, Florida. But this year, the reigning five-time national champions will face their toughest competition yet.

New to the division, Davenport University came ready to leave their mark this season, and they're no stranger to championship gold. The Michigan team is the five-time NCA National Champions in Division III, and their experience showed in Thursday's performance. The Panthers climbed the ranks and are heading into finals on top.

But don't count out the Lancers just yet. They bring a high-energy, high-difficulty routine to the mat and they are poised to make a comeback.

The prelim rankings determine the performance order for finals, but teams start with a fresh slate and score for Day 2—it's still anyone's game.

All-Girl Division II Prelim Results

RANKING	TEAM NAME	CITY	STATE	RAW SCORE	DEDUCTION POINTS	SAFETY DEDUCTIONS	FINAL SCORE
Finalist	Davenport University	Grand Rapids	MI	94.83	0.50	0.00	94.33
Finalist	California Baptist University	Riverside	CA	95.00	1.50	0.00	93.50
Finalist	Grand Valley State University	Allendale	MI	93.00	0.75	0.00	92.25
Finalist	Oklahoma Baptist University	Shawnee	OK	93.37	0.50	1.00	91.87
Finalist	Southern New Hampshire University	Manchester	NH	90.03	2.50	0.00	87.53

What To Watch For

Davenport University

Prepare for an action-packed performance from start to finish. Highlights include an impressive front flip transition into their 1-1-1, solid two-base libs and back handspring ups to immediate libs.

California Baptist University

Known for their top-notch skills, this year is no exception. The routine opens with strong visual tumbling, flawless technique in their baskets, and you'll be on your feet after their crowd-effective game day performance.

Both teams are hungry to claim their sixth title here in Daytona, but who will it be? Either way, finals are be a must watch. Tune in to Varsity TV on Friday, April 6 at 4:54 PM ET to watch the All-Girl Division II Finals on the Bandshell at the 2018 NCA College Nationals!

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