đ GLOBAL NEWS: Ole Miss Cheerleading Squad Named Worldâs Best by ESPN After Historic, Jaw-Dropping Performance Stuns Global Audience
In a moment that will go down in cheerleading history, the Ole Miss Cheerleading Squad has been officially crowned the Worldâs Best Cheer Team by ESPN, following a breathtaking and high-energy performance that electrified the crowd and stunned judges at the International Cheer Summit held in Tokyo, Japan.
The Rebels delivered a gravity-defying, emotionally charged routine that flawlessly combined elite stunts, synchronized tumbling, and bold choreography. Performing in front of a packed global audience and millions streaming online, Ole Miss took center stageâand the world took notice.
“This was more than cheerleading,” said ESPN commentator Jordan Daniels. âThis was art, athleticism, and passion exploding together. Ole Miss didnât just winâthey redefined the standard.â
The cheer squadâs historic performance included an unprecedented triple-layer pyramid, perfectly executed tumbling passes, and a creative blend of Southern pride and international flair. The grand finaleâfeaturing a synchronized aerial basket toss sequence to a remix of classic Ole Miss fight songsâbrought the crowd to its feet and earned the Rebels a rare perfect score from the judges.
Head Coach Ryan O’Connor shared, âThese athletes worked relentlessly. They believed in each other, and they believed in the moment. This title belongs to every Rebel who ever wore the red and blue.â
The win marks a massive milestone for the University of Mississippi, solidifying its place not just as an athletic powerhouse, but as a global leader in performance excellence.
Fans around the world have flooded social media with praise, with hashtags like #GlobalRebels, #HottyToddyElite, and #WorldChampCheer trending across platforms.
đĽ A performance for the ages. A championship for the legacy. Ole Miss Cheer has officially soared into history.
đ Full performance footage, interviews, and behind-the-scenes content available via official ESPN+ and Rebel Athletics channels.
