Insider Info: 2021 UCA and UDA Smoky Mountain Showdown

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Get ready for the 2021 UCA and UDA Smoky Mountain Showdown in Sevierville, Tennessee! This two day competition gives both all star and school teams the opportunity to experience the trip of a lifetime through the glory of competition. 

If you want a first look at some of the talent you will see at the UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship, this competition is one you won't want to miss!


Who: All Star, School, Rec Cheerleading & Dance Teams

When: December 18-19, 2021

Where: Sevierville Convention Center in Sevierville, Tennessee.

Watch: LIVE on Varsity TV


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The  2021 UCA and UDA Smoky Mountain Showdown will take place December 18-19 at the Sevierville Convention Center. Some of the top all star, school, and rec cheerleading teams in the country compete all weekend long for titles and bids to the end-of-season championship events.

The 108,245-square-foot facility features two event halls and is connected to the Wilderness at The Smokies, the Smoky Mountains' biggest waterpark resort! The beautiful smokies offer so much to do and see. Check out these family-fun activities while you're in town! 

Hungry after a long day of competition? Check out these local Sevierville restaurant favorites!


School and all star cheerleading and dance teams will take the mat to debut their new routines in Tennessee. If you want a first look at some of the talent you will see vying for titles at NHSCC and The Summit Championships, you do not want to miss the 2021 UCA and UDA Smoky Mountain Showdown.

It will be an exciting weekend as teams take the mat for the very first time. Be sure to tune in to Varsity TV to watch the competition LIVE!


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