STUNT in the News
STUNT Announced as the Next GLVC Sport in 2025-26
January 10, 2025
The Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) announced Friday it will start sponsoring STUNT as its 26th sport, beginning in the 2025-26 academic year. The inaugural season of GLVC STUNT will feature six institutions, including full-time league members Drury University, Lewis University, Maryville University, Quincy University, and Southwest Baptist University, as well as associate member East Stroudsburg University. East Stroudsburg was approved for associate membership status in September 2024.
Albright to Add Stunt as Varsity Sport – NCAA.org
September 24, 2024
Albright College and the Albright athletic department have announced that Stunt is the newest varsity sport to be offered at Albright. The Lions will begin competing in Stunt in the 2025-26 year and Stunt is a spring sport. With the addition of Stunt, it brings Albright’s intercollegiate offerings to 23. A search for the programs first head coach begins immediately.
Ferris State adding STUNT, a sport based on competitive cheerleading skills, as a new varsity team
September 13, 2024
BIG RAPIDS, Mich. —
Ferris State University is adding STUNT, a competition that incorporates skills derived from cheerleading, as a new varsity sport starting with the fall 2025 season.
STUNT is one of the fastest growing female sports in the country. Ferris State joins Davenport University and Purdue Northwest as Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference schools with a varsity team.
Ashland Kroc Center introduces Club STUNT for young girls
August 23, 2024
The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Ashland is flipping over the newest addition to its program line-up – Club STUNT for girls ages 8-14 years.
As one of the fastest-growing female sports in the U.S., the Ashland Kroc Center team is partnering with Ashland University alumni and former athletes Shila Shreve and Joy Downing to bring the sport to local girls.
Purdue Northwest adds varsity STUNT team
March 11, 2024
HAMMOND, Ind. (WLFI) — A new sport is being added to the athletic program at Purdue University Northwest.
Starting in the 2024- 2025 season, Purdue Northwest will be the first institution in the state of Indiana to add a varsity STUNT team.
Missouri State Will Add Two Women’s Varsity Sports
December 11, 2023
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Missouri State University will officially add two women’s sports to its varsity athletic offerings beginning in 2024-25, as announced today by Director of Athletics Kyle Moats.
The first new sport — STUNT — is one of the fastest-growing female sports in the country and is governed by USA Cheer. The other new sport — Acrobatics and Tumbling — is the evolution of different forms of gymnastics and involves tumbling, tosses, acrobatic lifts and pyramids.
Local 7-year-old gets heartwarming opportunity, signs with Ursuline STUNT team
December 2, 2023
PEPPER PIKE, Ohio — On Wednesday evening, a local 7-year-old girl who loves gymnastics received a heartwarming gesture—becoming a part of the Ursuline College STUNT Team with an adorable signing day. The Ursuline Arrows STUNT Team is a growing group. In its first year as an NCAA program, the high-intensity sport combines elements of cheerleading and gymnastics with its athletes executing tosses, pyramids, jumps and tumbles. It takes a high level of skill and athleticism, which the Arrows can see blossoming within the team as they continue to work together.
SNU’s STUNT Team Set for Spring 2024 Season – The Echo
November 29, 2023
STUNT will officially start their first season for SNU in Spring 2024 and most of SNU’s cheerleaders will join the team. However, many students are not aware of the sport or that SNU even has the team, so I interviewed the STUNT’s coach, Coach Hamilton, to bring light to the sport. I asked Coach Hamilton her opinion on what STUNT is. Hamilton responded, “STUNT is a new female sport that incorporates skills derived from cheerleading. STUNT is an exciting head-to-head game between two teams who execute skills-based routines in various categories, such as partner stunts, jumps and tumbling, pyramids and tosses, and team routines.”
NKU to establish six new varsity athletics programs to aid in enrollment efforts
November 8, 2023
At the NKU Board of Regents meeting Wednesday, the board voted to approve the establishment of the following new varsity athletic programs: women’s stunt, men and women’s swimming, men and women’s triathlon, and men’s volleyball in hopes of increasing enrollment by 150 new students by the 2026/27 academic year.
TWU’s stunt team gets a bump as Lone Star Conference makes it official league sport | TWU Pioneers | dentonrc.com
July 19, 2023
Stunt, one of the fastest-growing female sports in the country, continues to expand and provide empowering opportunities for women to learn, lead and compete. The expansion of stunt continued this week, as the Lone Star Conference officially announced the addition of stunt as a league sport. “We are so excited to be one of the first conferences to make this move for a championship,” TWU stunt head coach Jasmine Owens said. “We love to be pioneers in this sport and look forward to advancements as we continue through emerging sport status.”
QUINCY UNIVERSITY ADDS STUNT AS WOMEN’S VARSITY SPORT
June 14, 2023
The Quincy University athletic department is proud to add STUNT as its 27th varsity sport and 13th women’s sport. The Hawks will have their inaugural season in Spring 2025. “We are proud to offer this new opportunity for women’s intercollegiate competition at QU,” said Brian McGee, PhD, QU president. “While Quincy University has a distinguished cheerleading tradition, STUNT provides an important new competitive opportunity for these talented student-athletes.”
Stunt cheerleading is California’s new popular girls high school sport
May 12, 2023
California is one of five states that offer stunt cheerleading as a varsity sport. It’s the state’s fastest-growing girls high school sport.
Green Level’s Bella Cathell becomes first Wake County athlete to sign stunt scholarship
May 10, 2023
Bella Cathell has made history in Wake County athletics. The Green Level High School senior is the first Wake County athlete to sign a scholarship for stunt. Cathell was recognized at the Wake County stunt championships on Wednesday night by district athletic director Deran Coe. Cathell will compete in stunt on a scholarship at St. Mary’s University.
Local teams start up first youth recreational STUNT league in Northern California | Gold Country Media
April 12, 2023
Four Placer County teams from the Sierra Athletic Conference, Woodcreek, Del Oro, Whitney and Lincoln, have come together to start a recreational STUNT league, the first in Northern California. The Sierra Athletic Conference is the same league that involves youth football teams in the fall that junior cheerleaders support. “It has been so exciting to see our junior STUNT season actually come to fruition,” said Kim Watson, the Woodcreek Cheer vice-president. “Our programs help grow young athletes to play at the high school level when they reach that age.”
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS ADDING STUNT AS VARSITY SPORT IN 2023
March 2, 2023
CONWAY, AR. – The University of Central Arkansas will officially add the sport of STUNT to its offerings of varsity athletic programs beginning in the fall of 2023, according to UCA’s director of athletics Dr. Brad Teague.
“STUNT is emerging quickly on the Division I scene,” said Teague. “This is a great opportunity to provide more access to Division I competitions for female student-athletes. This sport will enhance our offerings at Central Arkansas and add to the campus as a whole. We are excited to hire our leader of this new sport and will do so in an efficient manner”
Mercyhurst launches PA’s first college STUNT team | Mercyhurst
January 25, 2023
“It’s really exciting to be the first school in Pennsylvania to offer STUNT and a great new way to put Mercyhurst on the map,” said Ruthanne Mineo, who currently coaches Mercyhurst Cheerleading and has been named STUNT head coach. “This is every cheerleader’s dream to be able to compete in these kinds of events that focus on women’s technical and athletic abilities and be recognized by the NCAA.”
Welcoming STUNT to BVU Athletics – The Tack Online
September 22, 2022
As of the start of the 2022 fall semester, BVU has become the first university in the state of Iowa to add this emerging sport of STUNT to its cheer and dance program. Athletic Director Scott Brown said, “Any time we can provide an additional experience to our students and our student athletes, we are going to take that opportunity.” Associate Director of Athletics and Cheer Administrative Supervisor Amy Maier added, “It gives us another opportunity to recruit athletes from many different backgrounds whether that’s cheer, STUNT, or gymnastics and provides an opportunity that they might not otherwise have.”
STUNT program hurdles its way into Rattler Athletics varsity sports portfolio
September 15, 2022
Toe touches, back tucks and high-air basket tosses signaled the very first practice this summer by recruits to St. Mary’s University’s newest varsity sport — STUNT. STUNT is a four-quarter game version of competitive cheerleading. The first three quarters focus on a specific element of competitive cheerleading, said new STUNT Head Coach Jordan Wait-Parker. Teams reserve the last quarter for a routine showcasing all skills — partner stunts, jumps and tumbling, pyramids and tosses. For Wait-Parker, coaching is more than a passion — it’s a way to carry on deeply rooted family traditions. She began coaching at her family’s cheerleading gym in Bloomington, Illinois, at just 15 years old.
Stunt: Up-and-coming female sport focuses on technical, athletic aspects of cheer
April 18, 2022
With stunt rapidly growing in terms of attendance and involvement, the sport has also brought in much deserved new fans and recognition.
“There is notoriety for the stunt team,” explained Durrey. “The students can attend and watch at school. There is more recognition for stunt than there is cheerleading.”
St. Mary’s University cheers on launch of STUNT team
August 18, 2021
St. Mary’s University and Rattler Athletics are proud to announce the addition of STUNT to their varsity sports portfolio, beginning in the 2022-2023 academic year. STUNT will become St. Mary’s 13th varsity sport and the University’s 12th NCAA Division II program. Three other Lone Star Conference institutions already feature STUNT, one of the state’s and nation’s fastest-emerging sports.
STUNT advances to the final stage for NCAA Emerging Sports for Women Status
August 10, 2021
USA Cheer shares today that the NCAA Division II and III Councils will sponsor legislation to add STUNT as an emerging sport for women in their respective divisions. The legislation will be up for a member vote at the January 2022 NCAA convention. The Division I Council is expected to consider similar legislation at their meeting in October 2021.
Oklahoma Baptist University to host 2021 College STUNT National Championship
March 18, 2021
USA Cheer, the governing body for cheer in the U.S., will host the D1/D2 2021 College STUNT National Championship at Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee, Okla., on Friday, April 30, 2021 and Saturday, May 1, 2021. This annual event, now in its 10th edition, marks the culmination of a 2021 season significantly impacted by the ongoing COVID pandemic.
Texas Woman’s University STUNT Hires Former Athlete of the Year Jasmine Owens
Jan 13, 2021
Jasmine Owens, former STUNT Athlete of the Year, has been hired as the inaugural head coach for Texas Woman’s University, a new NCAA Division 2 Varsity STUNT program.
Westcliff University adds STUNT to its Athletic Programs
May 21, 2020
In a season full of cancelled competitions and closed-down campuses, USA Cheer has some welcome good news to share. STUNT, the organization’s all-female sport, has been added to the NCAA’s roster of Emerging Sports for Women. It now begins the climb to championship sport status.
STUNT Receives Emerging Sport Recommendation from the NCAA’s Committee on Women’s Athletics
May 12, 2020
USA Cheer, the National governing body for the sport of Cheer, is proud to announce that the NCAA’s Committee on Women’s Athletics (CWA) has recommended to add STUNT as an NCAA emerging sport.
Sports Destination Magazine: An Interview with Lauri Harris on STUNT
May 19, 2020
In a season full of cancelled competitions and closed-down campuses, USA Cheer has some welcome good news to share. STUNT, the organization’s all-female sport, has been added to the NCAA’s roster of Emerging Sports for Women. It now begins the climb to championship sport status.
Hope International Royals to Officially Add STUNT in 2020-21
Mar 31, 2020
Hope International is proud to announce its addition of STUNT as a sport during the 2020-21 academic year and onward.
TRENDSETTER: Centenary Athletics to Add Three New Sports
Mar 26, 2020
Centenary becomes the first school in the state of Louisiana to offer STUNT.
“I am very excited we are bringing STUNT here to Centenary,” said Ellen Reid, Centenary Head Competitive Cheer and Dance Coach/Spirit Coordinator. “Being the first collegiate program in the State of Louisiana is really something special that I think will benefit the college and prospective STUNT student-athletes greatly,” said Reid.
OBU Bison Clinch Conference After Three-Win Day
Mar 7, 2020
Sealing the deal on the conference championship, the Oklahoma Baptist’s STUNT team finished its regular season with three wins against Maryville, Texas Tech, and Oklahoma St. 18-2, 19-8, and 15-10, respectively. Those three wins also earned them the No. 2 spot in the nation.
Alma STUNT Wins Two More at Fontbonne Tournament
Feb 22, 2020
The Alma College STUNT team picked up two more wins on Saturday, defeating Oklahoma Baptist University 12-11 and Oklahoma City University 20-7.
USA Cheer Appoints New Director of College STUNT
Feb 17, 2020
Concordia University’s Amy Haney has been named to the position. February 17, 2020 – USA Cheer, the governing body for cheer in the U.S. that developed the sport of STUNT, along with the College
SBU STUNT Picks Up Three Wins in Opening Weekend
Feb 11, 2020
The SBU STUNT team opened their 2020 season on the road at Oklahoma City. They played in 5 games between Saturday and Sunday, going 3-2 on the weekend.
Concordia Season First Look: STUNT’S 2020 Campaign
Jan 21, 2020
The Concordia University Irvine STUNT team looks forward to being one of the top performing teams this upcoming season. Backed by strong recruiting and a tough schedule in the 2020 season, the Eagles look to make a trip to nationals later in the season.
CBU Lancers to Officially Add STUNT in 2020-21
Jan 13, 2020
“We are excited to provide another opportunity to showcase and provide opportunities to compete for our outstanding female athletes,” Director of Athletics Dr. Micah Parker said. “STUNT participation continues to increase across the nation with D-I athletic departments, including many in the West region. We feel like we have the facilities and coaches to be able to compete successfully right away.”
William Jessup Warriors Announce Launch of 15th Varsity Sport, STUNT
Aug 19, 2019
“Jessup Athletics is consistently pushing the envelope and doing our research to identify the best opportunities for us to grow collegiate athletics at our university,” Athletic Director Lance Von Vogt said. “STUNT is an emerging sport that was birthed right in our backyard at Rocklin and Antelope High Schools. Because of that, we have an amazing recruiting base in Northern California, not to mention STUNT is one of the most exciting sports I’ve come across in a long time.”
2019-20 STUNT Honor Roll Athletes Announced
July 22, 2019 – College STUNT
The College STUNT Association announced their 2019-20 Honor Roll recognizing STUNT athletes who achieved a 3.25 or above GPA.
Ursuline College to Add STUNT 2020/2021
Jun 28, 2019 – College STUNT: Ursuline College Arrows Athletics
“We are excited to add STUNT as our 12th varsity sport. This will give female student-athletes an opportunity to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level. To date, we are one of only three colleges in the State of Ohio to offer STUNT,” said Ursuline Director of Athletics Cindy McKnight. The STUNT team at Ursuline will have the opportunity to be awarded athletic and academic scholarships. The team will hold practices and competitions in the Seidman Gymnasium located inside the Sister Diana Stano Athletic Center.
Vanguard University recognizes Vanguard STUNT team in top ten moments of the year at #6
Jun 28, 2019 – College STUNT: Vanguard University Lions Athletics
“We end the first week of the countdown with Vanguard STUNT who reached the National Championships for the first time in their two-year career. The Lions won their final 10 games of the regular season and 12 of the final 13 included overtime upsets of Sacramento State and Concordia University – Irvine. For the teams efforts, Leslie Allen was voted as the Division II Coach of the Year.”
Hanover College to Add STUNT 2020/2021
May 23, 2019 – College STUNT: Hanover College Panthers Athletics
Hanover becomes just the second school in the state of Indiana and the first NCAA Division III institution in the state to add STUNT as a varsity sport. Purdue University is the only other school in the Hoosier state currently offering the program. The Panthers will also join regional Division III institutions such as Alma (Mich.), Hiram (Ohio) and Olivet (Mich.) that compete in STUNT’s Division II/III Conference. A total of 40 schools were listed on STUNT’s website as official varsity programs for 2019.
STUNT Has Potential to Transform Cheerleading Culture
Feb 5, 2019 – High School STUNT: National Federation of State High School Associations
About four weeks into the season and halfway through league play, we started to notice the positive changes in cheer culture at our school. The anecdotes kept coming in from athletes, teachers and parents. A senior team member said, “The football players are asking us when our next game is and if we won last night. They are giving us high fives.” Parents were ecstatic about the game’s fast pace and excited about how much playing time their cheerleaders were getting…”
Hiram grabs first every program victory at DU
Jan 28, 2019 – College STUNT: Hiram College Terriers Athletics
The Hiram College STUNT program competed in their inaugural weekend at Davenport University on Sunday afternoon. The Terriers played three different games, capturing the program’s first victory over Olivet, 14-4, in their first game of the day.
Vanguard University STUNT Announces 2019 Recruiting Class
May 23, 2018 – College STUNT: Vanguard University Lions Athletics
After a successful inaugural season which ended with the Blue and Gold winning three of their final four games, the squad lost four student-athletes to graduation and head coach Leslie Allen has been busy recruiting. The added roster will feature over 40 females competing in STUNT games as well as the addition of a sideline team which will focus on bringing spirit to events across campus. Vanguard STUNT is proud to announce the commitments of 24 new Lions for the spring 2019 roster.
Acalanes and Miramonte STUNT Teams Come to Fore
May 16, 2018 – High School STUNT: Lamorina Weekly
Competitive sports cheer (STUNT) will have as many as 30 girls on the roster. Sallina Boynton (Jazzlyn’s mother and former coach) filled in last year as coach at Las Lomas High School. She will be coaching next year at Acalanes along with her daughter and Caviness and appreciates the difficulty of competitive cheer: “You compete at jumping, tumbling, partner stunts and pyramids There are six levels and three different routines with each level and you have a short window to learn the routines. It’s a lot of work and a lot of fun. I’m very happy that it’s a sport.”
Anchorage School District is launching STUNT
March 7, 2017 – ECHO Alaska
STUNT cheer is a USA Cheer-sanctioned head-to-head sport with teams competing to win the grand champion title. Stunt cheer removes the crowd-leading element and focuses on the technical and athletic components of cheer, including partner stunts, pyramids, basket tosses, group jumps, and tumbling.
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