The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Cheerleading Division has announced a partnership with The Open Championship Series for the 2025 AAU Cheerleading Junior Olympic Games. The event is scheduled to take place July 28–29, 2025, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas.
Houston is set to host the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic Games from July 23 to August 2, 2025, marking the fourth time the city has welcomed the event. Recognized as the largest youth multi-sport competition in the United States, the Games will feature approximately 15,000 participants competing in 12+ sports, including cheerleading. The event also includes the Celebration of Athletes, a tradition that brings together teams, coaches, families, and supporters.
The collaboration aims to bring together cheerleading programs from across the country, offering athletes an opportunity to compete on a national stage. The event will be part of the larger AAU Junior Olympic Games, a multi-sport youth competition featuring athletes from various disciplines.
Event Details:
- 📅 Dates: July 28–29, 2025
- 📍 Location: George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, TX
- 💲 Cost: $85 per athlete (includes participation in the Junior Olympic Opening Ceremony)
The competition will include Levels 1–3 across four age divisions: Mini, Youth, Junior, and Senior teams. Athletes will also participate in the AAU Junior Olympic Opening Ceremony, which brings together young competitors from multiple sports.
“Partnering with The Open Championship Series expands the reach of AAU Cheerleading and provides additional opportunities for athletes,” said Cayla Myers, AAU National Cheerleading Chair. “Teams from across the country will compete at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston.”
Houston has previously hosted the AAU Junior Olympic Games in 2012, 2016, and 2021 and is set to welcome them again in 2025, 2027, and 2031. The city, known for its rich history of sporting excellence, continues to be a premier destination for youth athletics.
AAU Cheerleading and The Open Championship Series are inviting cheerleading gyms, coaches, and teams to register for the event.
The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports. During its early years, the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing the U.S. in the international sports federations. The AAU worked closely with the Olympic movement to prepare athletes for the Olympic Games. After the Amateur Sports Act of 1978, the AAU has focused its efforts into providing sports programs for all participants of all ages beginning at the grass roots level. The philosophy of “Sports for All, Forever,” is shared by nearly 800,000 participants and over 150,000 volunteers. For registration details, event updates, and additional information, visit AAUcheerleading.org.
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