About CCD

CCD is not only one of the most recognizable names in cheerleading and dance competitions, Champion Cheer & Dance is a Legacy within the cheerleading and dance community, being passed down from coach to coach through the teaching of what founder Cathy Buckey originated and established over a quarter of a century ago. The legacy continues to be shared and passed on with each competition.

Cathy Buckey, Founder of Champion Cheer & Dance, started her cheerleading and dance legacy as Champion Cheerleading Camps, Inc. in 1979. After closing the camp chapter in Champions life, Champion Cheer & Dance dove head first into providing the absolute best Championships and Nationals in the industry. CCD provides:

  • The Best Awards, Medals & Banners!
  • Professional Judges
  • Affordable Prices
  • Seamless Events
  • A Piece of History

2025 Championship Information

General Information

Baltimore Convention Center
One West Pratt St
Baltimore, MD 21201

Event Contacts – Our team is here for your team. The following staff members can assist your program with this event:  

Schedules

2025 Information Coming Soon!

Bid Information

CHEER:

The Cheerleading Worlds

  • 2 Full Paid Bids
  • 4 At-Large Bids
  • View 2025-2026 Worlds Bid Declaration – Coming Soon!

The Summit Championships

The Quest Recreational Championship

The U.S. Finals

  • Golden Tickets

DANCE:

The Dance Worlds

  • 2 Partial-Paid Bids
  • 4 At-Large Bids
  • View 2025-2026 Worlds Bid Declaration – Coming Soon!

The Summit Championships

The U.S. Finals

  • Golden Tickets

Housing Information

This is a Housing Required Event.

For your convenience we have secured attendee blocks throughout the city with amazing rates specifically for Varsity All Star customers. Team Travel Source (TTS) has also successfully negotiated team friendly terms and conditions with each of our host hotels to take the worry and hassle out of booking hotel accommodations so that you can focus on your teams preparation and performance.  Booking through our housing partner TTS is required for all athletes, coaches and spectators attending this event. Please use the link below for next steps to secure your team housing for this exciting event. 

Book REQUIRED Housing 

If you have questions about Stay Smart please e-mail staysmart@varsity.com. 

Spectator Information

2025 Information Coming Soon!

Coaches Information

2025 Information Coming Soon!

Results

2024 Results – Click Here to View

2023 Results – Click Here to View

2022 Results – Click Here to View

The Varsity Cheer League

The Varsity Cheer League is the official points system for the sport of all star cheerleading. Teams are separated by D1 & D2 and placed by their age group, based on the points they earn throughout the regular season. Winners are named bother regionally and nationally and receive their share of $500k in cash and prizes. This event is worth 500 points.

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