Venue Insider: USA Spirit Nationals & Collegiate Championship

If you’re looking for more than 65 years of spirit leading tradition, make your way to Anaheim, California March 24-26! Home to Disneyland and the USA Spirit Nationals & USA Collegiate Championships; Anaheim, CA is the place to be this weekend for the best in spirit leading.


It’s all taking place at the Anaheim Convention Center starting bright and early Friday, March 24 when the first team takes the stage at 8:00AM PT. The addition of 200,000 square feet of flexible space makes this the perfect venue for teams to give a show-stopping performance all weekend long at the USA Spirit Nationals & Collegiate Championship.


We will be celebrating the 32nd annual Spirit Nationals and 23rd annual Collegiate Championships so make your way to the Arena and Hall A when you arrive. Whether you are looking for Pep/Short Flag, Mascot, Song/Pom or the best in cheerleading and Crowdleading; you can watch it all LIVE on Varsity TV!



If you’re in search of a great food spot or need to take a break from the competition, check out these places to eat within walking distance.

• ​Bubba Gump Shrimp
• Tony Roma’s Steak House Restaurant
• Mix Restaurant & Lounge – Hilton Anaheim

Need to celebrate your championship win or just looking for a day of fun? Then head over to the Disneyland Resort!