ORLANDO, FL / MORGANTOWN, WV – In an unprecedented display of athleticism, precision, and sheer artistry, the West Virginia University Cheerleading Squad has been crowned the world’s best by ESPN, following a performance at the UCA & UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship that has been described as nothing short of revolutionary. Their routine not only shattered previous scoring records but also…
In an unprecedented display of athleticism, precision, and sheer artistry, the West Virginia University Cheerleading Squad has been crowned the world’s best by ESPN, following a performance at the UCA & UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship that has been described as nothing short of revolutionary.
The Mountaineers delivered a high-octane routine at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, where the best collegiate cheer squads from across the nation—and the world—competed for the prestigious title. WVU’s performance, packed with gravity-defying stunts, impeccable synchronization, and original choreography, not only captivated judges and spectators alike but also shattered previous scoring records.
Described by ESPN analysts as a “masterclass in modern cheerleading,” the routine featured seamless transitions, unprecedented stunt combinations, and a level of energy and execution rarely seen at the collegiate level. For the first time in the competition’s history, a squad earned perfect marks in both the technical and performance categories.
“This wasn’t just cheerleading—it was performance art,” said lead ESPN commentator Taylor Grayson. “West Virginia didn’t just raise the bar; they obliterated it.”
Head Coach Lindsey Thompson, who has led the team for the past six years, credited the victory to a culture of hard work, innovation, and unity. “We came into this season with something to prove—not just to the judges, but to ourselves,” Thompson said. “Every member of this squad poured their heart into perfecting this routine. This title is the result of months of sweat, sacrifice, and trust.”
The win marks the first time in school history that WVU has claimed the top title at the UCA Nationals, and the recognition from ESPN as the world’s best is a testament to the program’s meteoric rise over the past decade.
Back in Morgantown, the news was met with celebrations across campus, with students and faculty alike expressing pride in what many are calling a watershed moment for WVU athletics. Social media has been flooded with clips of the performance, with hashtags like #MountaineerMagic and #WVUCheer taking off nationally.
As the team returns home to a hero’s welcome, one thing is clear: the West Virginia University Cheerleading Squad has not only made history—they’ve redefined what’s possible in collegiate cheerleading.
