The Texas Southern University cheerleaders have made history by becoming the first HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) to win an NCA (National Cheerleaders Association) National Championship title in the division of competition cheer. This achievement has generated excitement and pride among the university and the HBCU community.
The Texas Southern University cheerleading team has a history of competing at the NCA Nationals, but this year they brought their passion and energy to a whole new level, leading them to the top of their division. The team participated in the 2023 NCAA Collegiate Cheer and Dance Championship in Daytona Beach, Florida, where they won the title in the Intermediate Coed Division I category.
Their win was the result of months of hard work, dedication, and training. The team had a rigorous training schedule, which included early morning practices, long hours of gym sessions, and countless rounds of individual and team training. Each member of the team had to put in extra effort to ensure they were in peak condition, both physically and mentally, ready to compete at the national level.
The Texas Southern cheerleaders showed their talent at the competition with their technical skills, choreography, and athleticism. Their high-energy routine, which included impressive stunts, tumbles, and jumps, sealed their win at the national level, making them the first HBCU to have that achievement.
David Woodard, the head coach of the Texas Southern University cheer team, spoke about the victory: “This is a dream come true for our team, university, and community. We broke barriers and proved that we can compete at the highest levels with the best teams in the country.”
The win has brought a lot of pride and motivation to the HBCU community. It showed that with hard work, teamwork, and dedication, institutions like Texas Southern University could compete and succeed in national competitions traditionally dominated by predominantly white universities.
The team’s success at the NCA Nationals will undoubtedly provide a boost to HBCUs, encouraging more students to explore the possibility of attending these institutions, knowing they can go toe-to-toe with any other university.
This historic win by the Texas Southern University cheerleaders showcases the excellence and talent of HBCUs. It is a reminder that HBCUs are vital parts of the academic and cultural landscape of our country and that they can compete and win at the highest levels of collegiate athletics. Congratulations to the Texas Southern University cheerleading team for making history and inspiring others to reach for their dreams
