Universal Spirit of Hope

Universal Spirit

Universal Spirit’s philosophy is to provide innovative and creative competitions that promote a positive experience for everyone involved. Events feature high energy production, a first-class warm-up area featuring full-size floors, and an elevated performance floor.

Universal Spirits 2-Day National Championship – Spirit of Hope Grand Nationals is dedicated to Hope Stout, a young cheerleader that lost her life to cancer. This National Championship is more than an amazing event, it is a way for cheerleaders to get involved in a wonderful cause.

Upcoming Events

Spirit of Hope - Grand Nationals - DI/DII

Charlotte, NC, 1/17/2026 - 1/18/2026

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Location
Charlotte Convention Center
501 South College Street
Charlotte, NC, 28202
US
Dates
1/17/2026 - 1/18/2026
Sunday Doors Open - 7:00 AM
Monday Doors Open - 7:00 AM
Housing Designation
Housing Required
Spectator Pricing
  • Adult - 1 DayAdult - 2 DayMilitary/Child/Senior - 1 DayMilitary/Child/Senior - 2 Day
  • $ 37$ 63$ 32$ 43
Child Ages - 6 to 16 (Under 6 are free)
Adult Ages - 17 to 64
Senior Age - 65+
Military must provide ID
Points

The Varsity Cheer League

600 Point Event

pageLocation: all-star
Bids

The Cheerleading Worlds

4 Paid Bids & 8 At-Large Bids

The Summit

3 Paid Bids & 12 At-Large Bids

The D2 Summit

3 Paid Bids & 8 At-Large Bids

The Youth Summit

1 Paid Bid & 5 At-Large Bids

The Regional Summit

2 Paid Bids & Top 3 Teams in eligible divisions qualify

The Recreational Summit

5 At-Large Bids

The Quest

1 Silver Bid & Top 3 Teams in eligible divisions qualify

The U.S. Finals

Golden Tickets

Universal Spirit - Winston Salem - Challenge - DI/DII

Winston-Salem, NC, 2/22/2026 - 2/22/2026

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Location
Oak Grove High School
3507 Midway School Rd
Winston-Salem, NC, 27107
US
Dates
2/22/2026 - 2/22/2026
Sunday Doors Open - 8:00 AM
Housing Designation
Housing Offered
Points

The Varsity Cheer League

300 Point Event

pageLocation: all-star
Bids

The Summit

4 Wild Card Bids

The D2 Summit

4 Wild Card Bids

The Youth Summit

4 Wild Card Bids

The Regional Summit

6 Partial-Paid Bids (3 DI, 3 DII) & Top 3 teams in eligible divisions qualify

The Recreational Summit

3 Wild Card Bids

The U.S. Finals

Golden Tickets

Universal Spirit - Raleigh - Challenge - DI/DII

Raleigh, NC, 3/15/2026 - 3/15/2026

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Location
Broughton High School
723 Saint Mary's Street
Raleigh, NC, 27605
US
Dates
3/15/2026 - 3/15/2026
Monday Doors Open - 8:00 AM
Housing Designation
Housing Offered
Points

The Varsity Cheer League

300 Point Event

pageLocation: all-star
Bids

The Summit

4 Wild Card Bids

The D2 Summit

4 Wild Card Bids

The Youth Summit

4 Wild Card Bids

The Regional Summit

6 Partial-Paid Bids (3 DI, 3 DII) & Top 3 teams in eligible divisions qualify

The Recreational Summit

3 Wild Card Bids

The U.S. Finals

Golden Tickets

PAST EVENTS

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Universal Spirit - Raleigh - Challenge - DI/DII
Raleigh, NC, 3/9/2025 - 3/9/2025
Results
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Universal Spirit - Winston Salem - Challenge - DI/DII
Winston-Salem, NC, 2/15/2025 - 2/15/2025
Results
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Spirit of Hope - Grand Nationals - DI/DII
Charlotte, NC, 1/18/2025 - 1/19/2025
Results
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Universal Spirit - Concord - Challenge - DI/DII
Concord, NC, 11/24/2024 - 11/24/2024
Results

Spirit of Hope Grand Nationals 2024

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