The 2026 UCA Southwest Regional will take place at Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, Texas, on Nov. 22. 

The one-day event welcomes school and recreational cheer teams competing for championship titles and momentum on the road to the UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship — and Varsity TV will stream every routine live.

This regional is one of nearly 50 UCA events held throughout the season, continuing a five-decade tradition of combining the motivation and excitement of cheerleading with the entertainment of high-level skills.

What To Know About Freeman Coliseum

Freeman Coliseum, built in 1949, spans 32,000 square feet with capacity for nearly 12,000 spectators. 

The facility includes 10,000 parking spaces and an adjacent Exhibition Hall offering 170,000 additional square feet, with hundreds of dining options within three miles of the venue — a comfortable, convenient stage for a big day of competition.

Things To Do In San Antonio

Beyond the competition, visiting teams and their families can explore the Alamo and the famous River Walk, or make a day of it at Six Flags Fiesta Texas or SeaWorld San Antonio. 

November in San Antonio also brings holiday lights and festivities along the river.

How To Watch The 2026 UCA Southwest Regional

Live coverage streams on Varsity TV on Nov. 22, with a rebroadcast available 24 hours later. 

Check the event schedule on Varsity TV for performance blocks and awards times as competition day approaches.