How To Watch The 2026 Varsity Cheer League Awards Show

What an incredible season it has been! But we're not done yet as teams now prepare to make the final climb at The Summit Championships! Each year, The Summit transforms Orlando into the epicenter of all star cheerleading, drawing the sport’s most elite athletes to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. This is more than just a competition... The Summit represents the culmination of a season full of dedication, precision, and teamwork. This year's championship is set to feature top-performing teams from across the country—and increasingly, from all around the world! Varsity TV is looking forward to another memorable weekend of action on one of cheer’s biggest stages. Here's a look at what to look out for at The Summit 2026.

Another year of the Varsity Cheer League is now officially in the books! Season 4 was the biggest yet as teams were bold with their event schedules to rack up those points. We saw some of our highest total point values and countless teams with an undefeated season. These athletes should be so proud of how they made it count all season long! It's time to meet the 2026 Varsity Cheer League champions!

The final climb is officially here! A total of 551 teams are heading to Tampa, Florida for the Youth Summit, all chasing their moment on one of the sport’s biggest stages. After a season of hard work, dedication, and standout performances, these teams have earned their place among the best. As the competition heats up, all eyes are on the programs that have made the climb—here are a few teams to keep on your radar as they take the floor:

The 2026 NDA College Nationals are underway. With the first day of action concluded on Apr. 9, a day full of prelims saw dance teams across the country bring the fire.