Union-Endicott and Horseheads Reach NYSPHSAA Cheer Championship Finals

Two local high school cheer teams advance to the state title round after strong preliminary performances.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

The Union-Endicott and Horseheads high school cheer teams have both qualified for the final round of the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Class A and Class B cheer championships, respectively. Union-Endicott placed 4th in the preliminary round with a score of 76.80, while Horseheads advanced from the Class B preliminary round. The championship finals will take place this weekend.

Why it matters

Reaching the NYSPHSAA cheer championship finals is a major accomplishment for these local high school programs, showcasing the talent and dedication of their student-athletes. Cheer is a highly competitive sport that requires immense athleticism, teamwork, and precision, so advancing to the state title round is a significant milestone.

The details

In the NYSPHSAA Class A preliminary round, Union-Endicott scored 76.80 points to finish 4th and advance to the final round. In the Class B preliminary round, Horseheads also qualified for the championship finals. The top 5 teams in each class advanced from the preliminary round to compete for the state title this weekend.

  • The NYSPHSAA cheer championship finals will take place this weekend.
  • Union-Endicott scored 76.80 points in the Class A preliminary round on March 9, 2026.

The players

Union-Endicott High School

A public high school located in Endicott, New York that has qualified for the NYSPHSAA Class A cheer championship finals.

Horseheads High School

A public high school located in Horseheads, New York that has qualified for the NYSPHSAA Class B cheer championship finals.

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What’s next

The NYSPHSAA cheer championship finals will take place this weekend, where Union-Endicott and Horseheads will compete against the other top teams in their respective classes for the state title.

The takeaway

The qualification of Union-Endicott and Horseheads for the NYSPHSAA cheer championship finals showcases the strength and talent of local high school cheer programs, and highlights the hard work and dedication of these student-athletes.