The 2026-2027 Stanley High School Varsity Cheer Team is returning home with an impressive list of accomplishments after an outstanding week at NCA Summer Camp, where the Lady Panthers showcased their talent, teamwork, and school spirit.
Over the course of four days, the team participated in leadership development, team-building exercises, advanced cheer instruction, and stunting training while continually improving their performance.
“Our athletes participated in team-building activities, learned a tremendous amount of new material, developed their stunting skills, strengthened their leadership abilities, and pushed themselves to improve every single day,” the program shared. “We could not be more proud of how much this team grew throughout the week.”
Five Cheerleaders Named NCA All-Americans
Nine of the team’s 12 cheerleaders earned nominations to try out for the prestigious NCA All-American Team, completing a challenging evaluation that included a triple jump routine, spirit performance, and cheer.
Those nominated included:
Emmalee D.
Ty S.
Jezelle S.
Sunnie B.
Penelope N.
Princess E.
Lillie P.
Karlee M.
Ava G.
Following the tryouts, five Stanley cheerleaders were selected as 2026 NCA All-Americans:
Emmalee D.
Penelope N.
Princess E.
Lillie P.
Ava G.
The coaching staff praised every athlete who stepped outside their comfort zone to compete, noting that their hard work and dedication paid off.
Superior Performances Throughout Camp
The Lady Panthers were evaluated daily in three categories:
Band Chant
Game Day Cheer
Situational Chant
The team’s scores improved each day, culminating in an exceptional final performance.
Day 2
Superior (Blue Ribbon): Situational Chant
Excellent (Red Ribbons): Band Chant and Game Day Cheer
Day 3
Superior (Blue Ribbons): Situational Chant and Band Chant
Excellent (Red Ribbon): Game Day Cheer
Day 4
Superior (Blue Ribbons) in all three categories
Band Chant
Situational Chant
Game Day Cheer
Finishing camp with Superior ratings across every performance category marked a significant achievement for the team.
Team Brings Home Multiple Prestigious Awards
In addition to individual honors, Stanley High School earned several coveted team awards during camp:
Herkie Team Award – Recognizing leadership, teamwork, sportsmanship, and outstanding character.
NCA Stay S.A.F.E. Award – Presented for exceptional stunting technique and a commitment to safety.
Technical Excellence Award – Honoring outstanding execution and performance quality.
NCA Spirit Stick – Awarded for enthusiasm, determination, and positive spirit throughout the week.
Looking Ahead to the Season
While the awards highlight the team’s success, coaches emphasized that the experience was about much more than trophies.
“This week was about becoming stronger teammates, better leaders, and representing SHS with pride,” the program shared.
With new skills, stronger leadership, and renewed confidence, the 2026-2027 Stanley High School Varsity Cheer Team is eager to bring the lessons learned at NCA Summer Camp to the sidelines and competition floor this season.
The Lady Panthers’ outstanding performance at camp has set the stage for what promises to be an exciting year of school spirit and cheerleading excellence at Stanley High School.