ORLANDO, FL / MORGANTOWN, WV – In a groundbreaking and unforgettable performance, the West Virginia University Cheerleading Squad has earned the title of World’s Best Cheerleading Team, as officially declared by ESPN after their dominant showing at the UCA & UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship in Orlando, Florida.
The Mountaineers’ cheer squad captivated the global audience with a flawless, high-energy routine that fused athleticism, grace, innovation, and a contagious team spirit. Their performance, hailed as a “revolution in collegiate cheer,” broke previous records for difficulty, synchronization, and creativity. Judges and spectators alike were left in awe, with several calling it one of the most breathtaking displays in the history of the competition.
Scoring an unprecedented 99.7 out of 100, the WVU cheerleaders soared through gravity-defying stunts, elite-level tumbling passes, and impeccable choreography, all while proudly representing their university and the state of West Virginia on the international stage. The championship-winning performance was streamed live to millions and has since gone viral, drawing praise from alumni, professional cheerleaders, and celebrities.
ESPN analysts lauded the squad’s unity, technical prowess, and emotional expression, noting that they “not only raised the bar — they reinvented it.” Guinness World Records representatives, also present at the event, confirmed the Mountaineers had achieved multiple new records, including highest pyramid elevation and most synchronized flips in a collegiate routine.
For head coach Sarah Tomlinson, this moment is the culmination of years of discipline, culture-building, and perseverance. “This victory is bigger than trophies — it’s a testament to the soul and strength of West Virginia. These young athletes gave their hearts to this moment, and now the world knows who we are,” she said tearfully after the announcement.
Back in Morgantown, the celebration erupted across campus and the town. A parade is already being planned, with messages of congratulations pouring in from across the globe. The squad’s next step? A White House invitation, multiple media appearances, and perhaps, as fans insist, a Netflix documentary.
From now on, the phrase “Mountaineer Spirit” won’t just refer to loyalty — it will symbolize global cheerleading excellence.
🏆💙💛 West Virginia, you didn’t just cheer—you changed the game.
