Event Overview: What Is UCA College Nationals 2025?
The UCA College Nationals 2025—officially the 2025 UCA & UDA College Cheerleading & Dance Team National Championship—took place from January 17–19, 2025, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, Florida. Recognized as the nation’s most prestigious collegiate cheer and dance competition, this event gathered top-tier college teams from across the U.S., competing for national titles across multiple divisions.
Schedule & Streaming Details
Competition Timeline
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Prelims & Semifinals: January 17–18
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Finals: January 19, concluding what began with the Game Day Live segment on Day 1.
How to Watch
Fans could stream live via Varsity TV and the FloSports app, with replays available after 24 hours.
2025 Champions: Top Results
Teams across various divisions claimed titles—here are some spotlight winners:
Cheer Divisions
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Division IA Coed: University of Alabama (94.8 pts)
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Division I Coed & All Girl: University of West Georgia records multiple wins (92.6 in All Girl)
Game Day, Mascots & Stunts
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Game Day Live: Grand Canyon University (96.18)
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Division IA Spirit Game Day: University of South Florida (96.7)
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All Girl Division IA Game Day: UNLV (95.1)
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Mascot Division IA: University of Cincinnati (93.44)
Stunt Divisions
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Coed Partner Stunt: Weber State University (91.9)
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Girls ’4’ Group Stunt: University of West Georgia (95.5)
Click below to see the full list of UCA College Nationals 2025 champions.
Notable Performances & Traditions
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Game Day Live: This innovative division blends pep band, cheer, dance, and technical precision—GCU won the finals (96.18), edging out Wake Forest.
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Flagship Programs: Teams like UCF, Kentucky, Alabama, and USF remain powerhouse competitors, each with deep UCA legacies.
Division Breakdown
The competition featured multiple divisions to accommodate team sizes and styles:
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Large Coed (Division IA)
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Division I Coed & All Girl
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Open Coed & All Girl
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Small Coed
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Game Day Divisions (various levels)
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Mascots, Stunts, and Spirit Program Live
Each division emphasized tumbling, stunts, pyramids, baskets, dance, and team chemistry—highlighting the intense preparation of UCA athletes.
Event Highlights & Standout Moments
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University of Alabama reclaimed the Division IA Coed crown—part of an impressive competitive run.
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University of Mississippi earned its first All Girl Division IA title (91.4).
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Minnesota State & West Georgia shone in stunt and performance categories, showing depth across team programs.
Where to See Highlights
Aside from full streams on Varsity TV, event clips and highlights are available on social media and platforms like FloCheer.
Why UCA College Nationals Matter
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Legacy & Prestige: Since 1978, this championship has been the ultimate collegiate cheer contest.
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Athlete Development: Participants gain gymnastics, dance, teamwork, and leadership experience.
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Fan & Alumni Engagement: The Disney venue creates a festive atmosphere combining competition and celebration.
Looking Ahead to UCA 2026
Mark your calendars! UCA College Nationals will return January 16–18, 2026, at the same Walt Disney World venue. Expect more thrilling performances and fierce competition.
Tips for Attendees & Fans
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Stream smart: Subscribe to Varsity TV or FloSports for full coverage.
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Plan your visit: Disney events are busy—book accommodations and event tickets early.
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Follow teams: Check social media for updates from squads like Kentucky, Alabama, West Georgia, and USF.
Conclusion
The UCA College Nationals 2025 delivered elite-level cheerleading and dance performances, crowned new champions, and upheld its reputation as the nation’s top collegiate spirit showcase. From thrilling Game Day Live battles to banner-worthy trophy wins, it was a weekend of unforgettable energy.
