Returning for another year, the 2026 NCA High School Nationals will crown the country's best cheer squads in Fort Worth this weekend.
Organized by the National Cheerleaders Association, this event is often referred to as the premier championship for high school cheerleading teams. Each team heading to Texas has qualified by earning a bid at local and regional competitions.
This weekend, squads will be fighting for national titles in categories like Game Day, Crowd Leading and Performance, while being evaluated for elements like stunts, tumbling and school spirit.
Make sure to tune in for all the action.
Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 NCA High School Nationals, including TV channel and streaming options for the cheer championship.
Where to watch NCA High School Nationals: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Varsity TV
The 2026 NCA High School Nationals will not be broadcast on traditional television. Instead, fans can watch the action live on Varsity TV.
When are the 2026 NCA High School Nationals?
- Date: Friday, Jan. 23 - Sunday, Jan. 25
- Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET
The 2026 NCA High School Nationals will take place from Friday, Jan. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 25 from 8 a.m. To 5 p.m. Daily, depending on the flow of competition. The event will be held at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas.
NCA High School Nationals schedule 2026
The NCA has announced the weekend's performance schedule on their website.
The majority of competition will take place on Saturday and Sunday, with intermediate squads in the morning, and advanced in the evening.