📍TALLAHASSEE, FL — The world just witnessed history—and it wears garnet and gold.
The Florida State University (FSU) Cheerleading Squad has been officially crowned the #1 Cheer Team on the Planet by ESPN following a sensational, show-stopping performance at the 2025 International Cheer and Dance Championship. Their dynamic display of power, unity, and jaw-dropping athleticism has taken the cheer world by storm, elevating the Seminoles to global royalty in the sport.
Held in Orlando, Florida, this prestigious competition brought together the top collegiate cheer teams from over 30 countries, all vying for the highest honor in cheer and dance. But it was Florida State that stunned the audience and judges alike with a routine hailed as “a flawless fusion of skill, story, and soul.”
From the opening stunt to the final synchronized flip, the FSU cheerleaders commanded the mat with unmatched precision and electric energy. Their choreography fused traditional cheer techniques with innovative formations and daring aerials, setting a new global standard in competitive cheerleading.
“This is more than a trophy,” said Head Coach Rachel Jennings, her voice filled with emotion. “It’s a testament to the blood, sweat, and heart these athletes have poured in day after day. They didn’t just execute a routine—they told the world who we are. And today, the world listened.”
Senior captain Maya Ellison, one of the squad’s standout flyers, added:
“We came to make a statement—not just for ourselves, but for every young athlete who dreams big. We cheered, we soared, and now… we reign.”
The victory marks Florida State’s first-ever world championship title in cheerleading and cements the program’s place among the sport’s most elite institutions. The ESPN broadcast of the event garnered record-breaking viewership, and clips of FSU’s routine have gone viral across social media platforms, amassing millions of views in hours.
Fans flooded social media with celebratory messages, tagging posts with #FSUQueens, #NoleNation, and #LegendsInFlight, as the Florida State campus erupted in joy and pride.
With this monumental win, the Florida State Cheerleaders have done more than make history—they’ve inspired a new generation and redefined what it means to lead from the sidelines.
✨ Long Live the Queens of the Mat.
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