This year’s NCA All Star National Championship has reached a new milestone in 2025, setting a record for the largest cheerleading competition in history. A total of 1,712 teams from 460 programs are competing in Dallas this weekend, with registration filling in just 6.5 minutes.
With 178 Worlds-level teams participating and 240 national champions set to be crowned, the competition continues to be a key event in the All Star cheerleading season. It is estimated to generate $64 million in economic impact, according to the Dallas Sports Commission.
NCA Nationals to Relocate to Houston in 2026
After years of being held in Dallas, NCA All Star Nationals will move to Houston beginning in 2026. The relocation is expected to accommodate the event’s continued growth, providing expanded venue space and new opportunities for athletes, coaches, and spectators. While specific details on the transition have yet to be released, the move marks a significant change for one of the longest-running national championships in cheerleading.
Largest Cheerleading Competitions by Participation
With the 2025 NCA All-Star Nationals setting a new participation record, here’s how it compares to other major cheerleading events:
- NCA All-Star Nationals 2025 – 1,712 teams (Dallas, TX)
- Allstar World Championship 2024 – 1,600 teams (Orlando, FL)
- NCA All-Star Nationals 2024 – 1,564 teams (Dallas, TX)
- CHEERSPORT Nationals 2024 – 1,452 teams (Atlanta, GA)
- CHEERSPORT Nationals 2025 – 1,425 teams (Atlanta, GA)
2025 NCA All-Star Nationals Schedule
The competition will take place over three days, with teams in various divisions performing on different schedules.
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- Friday Only
- All Novice
- All Prep
- CheerABILITIES Exhibition
- CheerABILITIES Novice
- Friday & Saturday
- L1 Tiny
- L1-L2 Mini
- L1-L4 Youth
- CheerABILITIES Elite
- Friday & Sunday
- L1 Junior
- L1 Senior
- L1-L4 International & IASF Divisions
- Saturday & Sunday
- L2-L6 Junior
- L2-L6 Senior
- L5-L7 Open
- Worlds Divisions
- Additional IASF Worlds Divisions
Battle in The Arena
One of the most anticipated events of the weekend, Battle in The Arena, takes place on Friday, February 28 at 6:00 PM. Open to the public, this event features exhibition performances from top-ranked League 6 teams, special recognition for CheerABILITIES athletes, and a celebration of 30 years of All-Star Nationals in Dallas.
2025 Battle in the Arena League 6 Performances:
- Maine Stars – Glory
- Ultimate Athletics – Dynasty
- GymTyme Illinois – Fever
- Woodlands Elite – Black Ops
- Prodigy All-Stars – Midnight
- Cheer Athletics – Cheetahs
- Flipping Out Tumbling – Double or Nothing
- New Jersey Spirit Explosion – Fab 5
- Cheer Extreme – XXS Tropix
- Woodlands Elite – Generals
- ATA – Atomic
- Cheer Extreme – Senior Elite
Where to Watch
Fans can follow the action live on Varsity TV. The event will feature teams competing across various divisions, with performances available for streaming throughout the weekend.
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