Championship season is heating up deep in the heart of Texas as the 2026 NCA All-Star National Championship takes over Houston! The nation’s top all-star programs are set to light up the stage at a NEW venue, the George R. Brown Convention Center. Powerhouse teams from coast to coast are ready to work their way to the top at one of the most prestigious all-star events of the year. With critical Varsity Cheer League points on the line and momentum heading into the final stretch of the season, every routine will count in a big way. In preparation for all the action, here are three must-see moments to follow as 2026 NCA All-Star Nationals unfolds.

2026 NCA All-Star Nationals Must-See Moments

(1) L6 Senior Large Showdown:

Known for its jaw-dropping difficulty, high-stakes pyramid sequences, and explosive tumbling passes, L6 always delivers some of the weekend’s most unforgettable moments. With top-tier programs bringing upgraded skills and retooled choreography, the margin for error will be razor thin. Every hit will matter as these powerhouse teams battle for dominance in one of the most competitive divisions in all-star cheerleading.

• The Stingray All Stars Orange is on a roll this season! After hitting zero both days of CHEERSPORT Nationals, this team is undefeated and should definitely be on your weekend watch-list.
• New contenders are ready to shine: Central Jersey All Stars Bomshells and Woodlands Elite Generals are taking on L6 Senior Large under the NCA All-Star Nationals spotlight.
• Brush up on the L6 Senior Large division with LEGENDS, a deep dive into one of the most competitive divisions in all-star cheerleading history!

(2) A Look At Worlds Teams:

World-class talent is headed to Houston as these cheer worlds champions take the stage at NCA All-Star Nationals. Brining the same championship pedigree, these teams are aiming to yet again raise the standard in all-star cheerleading. With 10 Paid and 20 At-Large Worlds Bids on the line, these teams are here to to prove the work is worth it.

• Coming off of their first-ever CHEERSPORT Nationals win, Maine Stars Glory is on a hot streak this season! Watch the reigning world champions take on the L6 Limited XSmall Coed division this weekend at NCA All-Star Nationals.
• East Celebrity Elite Bombshells has already earned a Paid Bid to worlds and is going for 3 in a row at NCA All-Star Nationals this weekend. Stay tuned to see where they land in the lineup!
• Want to see how the defending L6 Senior Large Coed world champions stack up against their competitors? TGLC is ready to serve their best this weekend.
• The California All Stars Rangers, L7 Large Coed reigning NCA All-Star National Champions, are going for their 4th win in a row this year. And who knows, you may see some familiar (or should we say golden) faces take on the 3rd Pro Cheer League match Friday night!

(3) Summit Bids On The Line:

The bar is at its peak as the 2025 Summit Champions take the floor in Houston. Fresh off their title-winning performances last season, these teams proved they can deliver under pressure on one of the biggest stages — and now they’re back with something to defend. Expect unmatched difficulty, sharpened execution, and the kind of confidence that only comes from being crowned champions. With every program hungry to make a statement of their own, this weekend at NCA All-Star Nationals will be a step toward the climb to the top. Here's a list of bids on the line:

• 14 Paid Bids & At-Large Bids for Division Winners to The Summit
• 12 Paid Bids & At-Large Bids for Division Winners to The D2 Summit
• 4 Paid Bids and At-Large Bids for Division Winners to The Youth Summit
• 4 Paid Bids to The Regional Summit

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