During the 2025-2026 Spirit Sports Cheer & Dance season, more than a dozen events will bring competitors to locations across the United States and into Canada.

Colorado Springs, Colorado, and the Broadmoor World Arena have become a regular part of the Spirit Sports history and tradition, and that will continue in 2026.

The second competition on the schedule, and the first of the new calendar year, is Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals on Jan. 24-25. And, once again, Varsity TV will be there to provide live coverage of all the action.

Spirit Sports facilitates cheerleading and dance competitions that are about more than just the events themselves. 

While showcasing their skills and talent and picking up points for the Varsity Cheer League, teams also are battling for bids to national events, but there’s an important bonus focus on enjoying the overall experience and all the things the host cities have to offer. 

The competitions aren’t all business, though. They also include giveaways, dance parties, dance competitions for the parents, singalongs and recognition for each team. 

Enjoy complete coverage of the 2026 Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals, as standout teams from Division I and Division II go head-to-head with their sights set on obtaining points to The Varsity Cheer League and a bid to one of the prestigious end-of-season championships!

• Who: All Star Cheer Teams
• When: Jan. 24-25, 2026 
• Where: Broadmoor World Arena in Colorado Springs, Colorado
• Watch: LIVE on Varsity TV
• Rebroadcast: Watch HERE
• The Varsity Cheer League: 400 Points Up For Grabs

What To Know About The Broadmoor World Arena

Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals makes a return trip to Colorado Springs, Colorado, and the Broadmoor World Arena, which has become a regular part of the Spirt Sports schedule each year. 

Timing-wise, there are few places as beautiful as Colorado in the winter, but for those who don’t enjoy the cold, they can look over picturesque Colorado Springs from inside the top-notch facility. 

Along with a growing role in competitive cheer and dance history, the Broadmoor World Arena regularly attracts a variety of exciting sporting events and entertainment for fans of all ages. The 8,000-seat arena, opened in 1998, hosts competitions, comedy shows, ice skating events, concerts and more. 

Among the noteworthy visitors have been Cirque du Soleil, Disney On Ice, the Harlem Globetrotters, Carrie Underwood and the Trans-Siberian Orchestra – along with past stops by the Spirt Sports competitors.

The facility features more than 19,500 feet of versatile floor space, which can add an additional 2,000 seats to the arena’s 7,343 permanent seats. 

Next to the arena, is the World Arena Ice Hall, which is a U.S. Olympic training site and home to the Broadmoor Skating Club. 

Between the arena and the ice hall, there are three sheets of ice – two are Olympic-size, and the other meets NHL dimensions. 

Learn more about the arena and its policies. Click here for directions and information about parking.

For the ultimate experience, the area also includes the expansive Broadmoor Hotel, which features luxurious accommodations, fine dining, golf, tennis, tours, activities and meeting space – plus, more than a century of history. 

Things To Do In Colorado Springs, Colorado

As mentioned above, and supported by the fact that Team USA trains there, Colorado Springs definitely is a hub for winter and outdoor sports, but there are many other things to do and enjoy in the Pikes Peak Region, regardless of the time of year or the weather.

For those who favor the outdoors and want to explore the mountain landscape, they can take hikes, explore caves, go river rafting or ride in a hot air ballon. There’s also golf, rock climbing, horseback riding, kayaking and snowshoeing. 

Click HERE to learn more about Colorado Springs and all there is to do.

If the weather is uncooperative, or you’d just rather stay inside and be warm, you’ll find museums, trains, ranches, zoos – even a castle. 

Here’s a helpful list of events that may be going on in conjunction with the 2026 Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals.

Once you’ve worked up an appetite, or just want to kick back with friends and family, Colorado Springs offers a delightful variety of culinary options that range from familiar favorites to regional must-try options. 

The area is influenced by many different Southwest cultures, so the menus will be diverse. 

Green chile has found a home in Colorado, Rocky Mountain Oysters may be an acquired taste, but they’re famous (Google it), and there’s even Colorado-style pizza, often made with locally sourced ingredients. 

Click HERE to see a list of recommended shops and restaurants for before and after the competition. 

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How To Watch The 2026 Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals

The 2026 edition of the Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals will stream LIVE on Varsity TV.

If you’re going to be in Colorado and want to see the event in person, keep an eye on this page for spectator and ticket information.

Missed the Action? Watch The Rebroadcast

The rebroadcast will stream on Varsity TV on a delay of 24 hours.

Relive The Action With Varsity TV 24/7 Network

Whether you're a die-hard fan, a coach or an athlete, Varsity TV 24/7 Network brings the action of the competitive cheer and dance season straight to you—anytime, anywhere. 

The always-live stream will feature all-access content and video replays hand-picked by experts on the Varsity TV team. Tune in to Varsity TV 24/7 Network live, starting on Nov. 1.

The 2026 Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals Results

Results for the 2026 Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals can be found here.

The 2026 Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals Schedule

The schedule for 2026 Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals can be found here.

Bids Up For Grabs At The 2026 Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals

• 2 Partially Paid Bids to The Summit
• 8 At-Large Bids to The Summit
• 2 Partially Paid Bids to The D2 Summit
• 6 At-Large Bids to The D2 Summit
• 1 Partially Paid Bid to The Youth Summit
• 5 At-Large Bids to The Youth Summit
• Top 3 teams in eligible divisions qualify for The Regional Summit
• 5 At-Large Bids to The Recreational Summit
• 1 Silver Bid to The Quest
• Top 3 teams in eligible divisions qualify for The Quest
• Golden Tickets to The U.S. Finals

The Varsity Cheer League

The Varsity Cheer League is the official ranking system for the sport of All Star cheerleading, changing the conversation from “Who won the weekend?” to “Who ranks at the top this season?”

Every All Star elite team in Youth, Junior and Senior divisions will be included in the Varsity Cheer League.

Team rankings are determined by the point system displayed here. 

At each Varsity All Star event your team completes, your team will earn points based on the assigned event and placement point value. 

At the end of the season, your six best Varsity All Star event scores will be used to calculate your final rank.

In total, 92 winners will be recognized from first to third place across each region.

One champion will be crowned in each of the five regions across the six eligible divisions and two League 6 conferences. Champions will win cash and prizes!

Click here to learn more about The Varsity Cheer League.

400 Points Up For Grabs In Colorado Springs

Click here to view the full points system/breakdown. 

Tune in to Varsity TV on Jan. 24-25 to watch all the action live from the 2026 Spirit Sports Colorado Springs Nationals in Colorado Springs, Colorado!

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