Mar. 15, 2026 at 12:08am
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The Pro Cheer League’s final regular season match in Anaheim delivered a close competition that tightened the standings and set the stage for an exciting league championship. Despite Miami Metal’s dominance through the first three matches, a judging review after the last match adjusted the standings and gave Dallas Drive their first official win of the season. The win secured another $15,000 team prize for Dallas and left them just two points out of first place heading into the league championship.
Why it matters
The Pro Cheer League is the world’s first professional cheer league, featuring paid elite-level cheer athletes competing for the league championship. This close match highlights the growing depth and talent across all four teams, raising the stakes for the upcoming championship in Nashville.
The details
Dallas Drive broke through with a first-quarter routine that impressed the judges, followed by a dramatic fourth-quarter win in the Highest Tumbler event that clinched their first victory. Other highlights included Miami’s Kory Little landing the first perfect bullseye in league history and newcomers Sam Ditta and Tyson Carter of Atlanta pulling off a major upset in the Coed Big Trick event.
The match took place on March 14, 2026 at the Anaheim Convention Center.The league championship will be held at 8 p.m. ET on March 27, 2026 in Nashville.
The players
Dallas Drive
One of the four teams competing in the Pro Cheer League, based in Dallas.
Miami Metal
One of the four teams competing in the Pro Cheer League, based in Miami.
Golden State Grit
One of the four teams competing in the Pro Cheer League, based in San Diego.
Atlanta Air
One of the four teams competing in the Pro Cheer League, based in Atlanta.
John Newby
Commissioner of the Pro Cheer League.
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What they’re saying
“Hats off to the Dallas Drive for rising to the moment and keeping their title hopes alive.”
— John Newby, Commissioner of the Pro Cheer League
“We are so used to being the underdogs in any situation. People think we bring the entertainment and that’s it, but the best thing Dallas does is make it work when the lights and music are on. Expect even more in Nashville.”
— Anuhea Keene, Dallas Drive Athlete
“That was probably luck. But I came here both to show out for my Stumble family watching and to makes sure everyone knows we’re hungry for the title.”
— Kory Little
What’s next
The league championship will be held at 8 p.m. ET on March 27, 2026 in Nashville.
The takeaway
The close competition and growing talent across all four teams in the Pro Cheer League has set the stage for an exciting championship finale in Nashville, where the league will crown its first-ever champion.