NOVEMBER 21, 2026
This isn't just another stop on your competition schedule. It's a championship experience built to celebrate every athlete, every coach, and every program that takes the floor.
WHY ATTEND?
Championship Experience
Compete in a state-of-the-art, 4,000-seat arena featuring a live Jumbotron, professional event production, certified judges, and an exciting awards ceremony that makes every athlete feel like a champion.
A Place For Every Program
School, Recreation, and All Star teams all call PSCC home. Whether you're building a young program or leading an experienced team, PSCC offers competitive opportunities for programs across Pennsylvania.
Outstanding
Value
More included. No unnecessary fees. Affordable athlete registration, spectator-friendly admission, no crossover fees for All Star teams, and championship awards that recognize every division's top performers.
On the agenda
The day begins with the All-Star competition followed by School & Recreation Divisions. Final performance schedules will be released in advance, making it easy for teams and families to plan their arrival and enjoy the championship experience.
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All-Star Competition Begins
All-Star Awards
School & Recreation Competition Begins
School & Recreation Awards
Competition Concludes
Find Your Division
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Take the Road to Worlds through our partnership with The All Star Cheerleading Championship. The top three Grand Champion cheer teams will receive paid entry to a qualifying event, where they can compete to earn a bid to The All Star World Championship or Small Program Mega Nationals. With divisions from Tiny Novice through Coed Senior 5, Hip Hop, and International U18 Team, registration is just $40 per athlete, with no crossover fees and free Tiny Novice registration.
Compete one step closer to Nationals with expanded Traditional divisions for 2026, including new Intermediate, Medium, and Coed options. Registration is just $25 per athlete, or $40 to compete in both Traditional and Game Day. Every division winner receives an exclusive championship sweatshirt, with routines evaluated by Varsity-credentialed judges in a true championship atmosphere.
Compete in Pennsylvania's only State Championship offering Game Day! Showcase your school's spirit through crowd-leading, mascots, signs, flags, fight songs, and sideline traditions in an exciting championship atmosphere. Registration is just $25 per athlete, or $40 to compete in both Traditional and Game Day, with routines evaluated by Varsity-credentialed judges.
OUR VENDORS
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American Eagle Screen Printing & EmbroideryÂ
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Pittsburgh Poster Company
Take home more than memories. Explore a curated selection of cheer apparel, custom merchandise, accessories, gifts, photography, and local favorites throughout the event.
Rebel Athletics
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Fill-a-friend
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Monster Novelty
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Bows by Jane Streeter
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Feathered Lane
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Manis by Mar
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Twelve Fifteen Jewelry
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World Class Bows
COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS
125K
Athletes Competed
For more than four decades, over 125,000 athletes from communities across Pennsylvania have taken the floor at PSCC. Every season, new teams become part of one of the state's most celebrated cheerleading traditions.
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Consecutive Years Running
As Pennsylvania's longest-running cheerleading championship, PSCC has set the standard for excellence since 1987. Year after year, we're proud to continue a tradition that generations of athletes and coaches have come to trust.
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Competition Experiences
All-Star, Traditional, and Game Day bringing together programs from across Pennsylvania under one championship year after year.Â
Know before you go
The Arena: Kovalchick Athletic Complex
Experience one of Pennsylvania's premier competition venues at the Kovalchick Athletic Complex. This five-star facility features seating for up to 4,000 spectators, high-definition Jumbotrons, professional lighting and sound, and a spacious open concourse overlooking the competition floor. With ample on-site parking, convenient concessions and beverages, and a true championship atmosphere, it's the perfect stage for athletes to perform at their best.
Accommodations & Hotels
Make your championship weekend easy by staying just steps from the venue. The Hilton Garden Inn Indiana at IUP is within walking distance of the Kovalchick Complex, making it the most convenient option for teams and families. Additional hotel accommodations are available just minutes away by car, giving you plenty of nearby options to fit your needs. We recommend booking early, as hotels can fill quickly during championship weekend.
Admissions & Parking
Spectator admission is $10 per person, and children under 2 are admitted free. On-site parking is available at the Kovalchick Complex for a flat rate of $10 per vehicle. Admission and parking are cash only, while most event vendors accept credit cards.