About CCD

CCD is not only one of the most recognizable names in cheerleading and dance competitions, Champion Cheer & Dance is a Legacy within the cheerleading and dance community, being passed down from coach to coach through the teaching of what founder Cathy Buckey originated and established over a quarter of a century ago. The legacy continues to be shared and passed on with each competition.

Cathy Buckey, Founder of Champion Cheer & Dance, started her cheerleading and dance legacy as Champion Cheerleading Camps, Inc. in 1979. After closing the camp chapter in Champions life, Champion Cheer & Dance dove head first into providing the absolute best Championships and Nationals in the industry. CCD provides:

  • The Best Awards, Medals & Banners!
  • Professional Judges
  • Affordable Prices
  • Seamless Events
  • A Piece of History

2024 Championship Information

General Information

Location:

Baltimore Convention Center
One West Pratt St
Baltimore, MD, 21201

Event ContactsOur team is here for your team. The following staff members can assist your program with this event: 

Schedules

  • Block Schedule
  • Performance Order – Coming Soon
  • Awards Schedule – Coming Soon  

Housing Information:

This is a Housing Required Event.

For your convenience we have secured attendee blocks throughout the city with amazing rates specifically for Varsity All Star customers. Team Travel Source (TTS) has also successfully negotiated team friendly terms and conditions with each of our host hotels to take the worry and hassle out of booking hotel accommodations so that you can focus on your teams preparation and performance.  Booking through our housing partner TTS is required for all athletes, coaches and spectators attending this event. Please use the link below for next steps to secure your team housing for this exciting event. 

Book REQUIRED Housing 

If you have questions about Stay Smart please e-mail staysmart@varsity.com. 

Coaches Information

2025 Information Coming Soon!

Spectator Information

Admissions:  

  • We will not sell physical tickets at the door or take cash for admittance at any Varsity All Star competitions. Spectators purchasing tickets will need a valid email address and a credit card number. They will receive a digital ticket that can be scanned upon entry. MAKE SURE EVENT IS NOT BOX OFFICE! 
  • Digital tickets can be purchased HERE!  

Parking:  

  • Parking garages are available around the venue. For more information, click here.

Venue Information:  

Please note the facility has restrictions on the following:  

  • Spectator Entrance is at the Sharp Street Lobby.
  • No outside food or drink is allowed, though concessions may be purchased inside the venue. 
  • No firearms.
  • Priority Viewing will be available for spectators.
  • Athletes are encouraged to bring their own water bottles to the event and throughout the warm-up process. There are water filling stations available throughout the venue.  Coaches, it may be helpful to bring an extra bag or tote with you into warm-ups to collect your team’s water bottles before they take the performance floor.

Concessions & Vendors: 

  • Concessions will be available.
  • ASO will be selling event merchandise throughout the weekend.

Results

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ALL STAR NEWS

Insider Info: 2024 Encore Grand Nationals

Insider Info: 2024 Encore Grand Nationals

The second event on the 2024-2025 Encore Championships schedule is the 2024 Encore Grand Nationals, which will take place at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, and it will give the best cheer AND dance teams the chance to shine in the Lone Star State.

Nov. 19, 2024