USA
Spirit
Nationals

Feb 19 – 23, 2026 | High School Teams

Feb 22, 2026 | Jr High & Recreational Teams 

Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim CA

USA Spirit Nationals

About USA Spirit Nationals – Celebrating 40 Years in 2026!

USA Spirit Nationals began in 1986, bringing together competitors from the cheerleading, song/pom, mascot and pep flag activities. We’re thrilled to be back in Anaheim, CA for our 2026 National Championship and look forward to seeing you and your teams there!

2026 Spirit Nationals Information

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

All Divisions, including Game Day – Prior qualification through a USA Regional competition or other sanctioned event/process is required in order to attend USA Nationals in any division.

Bids to Nationals are awarded to teams receiving 80% of total possible points for all cheer, group stunt and game day cheer divisions and 75% of total possible points for all song, pep flag, mascot, and game day song divisions, regardless of any penalties received.

NEW! All High School Divisions: 75% of the team competing at USA Spirit Nationals will be required to complete the Varsity Spirit/NFHS Squad Credentialing Program. More information about this can be found by contacting your Varsity Spirit State Director.

GENERAL INFORMATION/EVENT PAPERWORK

EVENT SCHEDULES

2026 Information Coming Soon!

PRACTICE SCHEDULES

2026 Information Coming Soon!

WATCH LIVE

Varsity TV is your destination for the very best in school and all star cheer and dance coverage. Click here to join Varsity TV and watch this event live.

EVENT HOUSING

The United Spirit Association is partnered with Team Travel Source – the official hotel partner of USA Spirit Nationals.

Please visit our event housing homepage HERE to book or hold hotel rooms over the USA Nationals Weekend.

USA SPIRIT DIVISIONS, RULES, & SCORING

Please visit our Divisions, Rules & Scoring page to view competition information.