Top Teams from the SEC, Big Ten, and Big 12 To Compete Live on Varsity TV January 16-18
AUSTIN, TX – (January 14, 2026) — It is one of the biggest weeks in college athletics. The 2026 UCA & UDA College Cheerleading & Dance Team National Championship, featuring the best cheer and dance programs in the nation from top power conferences – SEC, Big Ten, and Big 12 – alongside other major university teams, will meet for heart-pounding, high-flying competition across cheer, pom, jazz, hip hop, and Game Day divisions to crown the best. FloSports will stream the event exclusively on Varsity TV with additional coverage on FloCheer.
Fans tuning in will see if the University of Alabama can capture a second consecutive Division IA Coed National Championship after a decades-long drought or if The University of Mississippi can repeat as the Division IA All Girl National Champions. In dance, UNLV is defending its DIA Hip Hop and Game Day champion titles, The Ohio State University is looking to repeat its Jazz championship, and the University of Minnesota is looking to return as Pom Champion. With so many storylines and athletes to cover, Varsity TV will be there to capture it all live with enhanced broadcasts designed to elevate storytelling for the programs and their participants, including:
- Expert Commentary and Analysis — Cheer and dance professionals, former national champions, and industry veterans provide real-time insights, performance breakdowns, and post-routine reactions throughout the competition.
- Enhanced Broadcast and Replays — Multiple camera angles, replays, and an expanded graphics package highlight team profiles, scores, and provide historical context.
- Comprehensive Content Packages — Division previews, behind-the-scenes features, athlete interviews, and editorial storytelling extend coverage beyond the mat.
- Social Integration — Select moments and segments shared across Varsity Spirit and FloCheer’s social platforms help extend reach and engage new audiences in real time.
Coverage of the UCA & UDA College Nationals is further supported by the Varsity TV 24/7 Channel, a first-of-its-kind continuous stream featuring live event rebroadcasts, highlights, and original programming. In a first for the industry, thousands of on-demand archives will include full music soundtracks for the routines, offering fans and teams an unmatched viewing experience.
This year’s coverage builds on the most expansive cheer and dance season in history with nearly 200 events nationwide, ranging from regional competitions to the sport’s premier national championships. Throughout the year, Varsity TV serves as the central destination for fans to watch live and on demand.
Varsity TV is the premier live-streaming platform for Varsity Spirit competitions and events, delivering unparalleled access to the heart of the cheerleading and dance community. Streaming more than 150 events annually on the FloSports platform, Varsity TV brings fans closer to the action with live coverage, results, and scores. Beyond live streaming, Varsity TV offers exclusive content, including event highlights, team profiles, and in-depth interviews and team features. Fans can also follow the Varsity Cheer League leaderboard, providing a season-long rankings of the nation’s top All Star teams.
Varsity TV and FloCheer are available via web, mobile apps (iOS and Android), and connected TV platforms including Samsung TV, VIZIO, Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV. For more information and complete event coverage, visit tv.varsity.com or flocheer.com.
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