Tennessee Cheer Wins 4th National Championship in 7 Years

The University of Tennessee cheerleading team is proving that excellence isn't a one-time achievement. It's a tradition.

The Volunteers captured their fourth national championship in seven years at the UCA & UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship in Orlando. Tennessee took gold in the highly competitive Division IA Cheer Coed Game Day category, beating out both South Florida and Central Florida.

This 2026 squad joins an elite group. They follow in the footsteps of the 2020, 2021, and 2024 championship teams, creating a remarkable legacy of sustained success at Rocky Top.

The win showcases more than just athletic skill. Cheerleading at this level demands synchronized precision, creative choreography, strength, and the ability to energize an entire stadium while making it look effortless.

Why This Inspires

What makes Tennessee's streak remarkable is the consistency. Championship teams graduate, new members join, and the program keeps winning anyway.

That kind of sustained excellence requires a culture bigger than any individual athlete. It's about coaching, mentorship, and upperclassmen teaching newcomers what championship standards actually look like in practice.

For young cheerleaders across Tennessee and beyond, this team represents proof that dedication pays off. The sport continues to gain recognition as the demanding athletic discipline it truly is, requiring the strength of gymnastics and the teamwork of any championship squad.

The Volunteers' winning routine is now available online, giving aspiring cheerleaders a masterclass in what national championship performance looks like.

Four championships in seven years isn't luck. It's a dynasty in the making.