February 19 – 23, 2026 | Anaheim, CA
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 – This includes ALL divisions – cheer, song/pom, jazz and pep flag: 75% of the team competing at USA Spirit Nationals must complete Varsity Spirit/NFHS Squad Credentialing. The best way to get credentialed is at a Varsity Spirit Summer Camp.
All Divisions, including Game Day – Prior qualification through a USA Regional competition or other sanctioned event/process is required in order to attend Spirit 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.
GENERAL INFORMATION
2025 USA Spirit Nationals Guidelines
2025 USA Spirit Nationals Eligibility Roster – Due in the USA Office on or before December 20, 2024.
2025 USA Spirit Nationals Registration Check List
2026 Information Coming Soon!
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.
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.
Please visit our Divisions, Rules & Scoring page to view competition information.
2025 USA Spirit Nationals Results
2024 USA Spirit Nationals Results
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