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Gophers cheer team crowned national champions for first time in program history

Minnesota earned first place in the Small Coed Gameday category.

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Oct 5, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers cheerleaders celebrate on the field after the game against the USC Trojans at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
Oct 5, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers cheerleaders celebrate on the field after the game against the USC Trojans at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images / Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

The University of Minnesota's cheer team was crowned national champions for the first time in its 126-year program history on Friday night.

At Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) Nationals this weekend, Minnesota earned first place in the Small Coed Division IA - Game Day category. Cheer is not a NCAA-sanctioned sport, but the Gophers competed against other Division I programs across the country.

This year's event took place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla. University of South Florida won the Division IA - Game Day category, but the Gophers are champions in Small Coed Game Day. There are nine different categories in which teams can win a national championship.

According to the University of Minnesota website, the Gophers team consists of 31 athletes along with Goldy Gopher.

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Tony Liebert
TONY LIEBERT

Tony Liebert is particularly known for his coverage of the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers, though he also contributes to coverage of the Minnesota Vikings, Timberwolves and Twins. His writing style is noted for providing in-depth analysis and insights, making him a go-to source for fans looking for comprehensive coverage of Minnesota sports.

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