Rebel Athletix brings home silver from cheerleading champs
The co-d elite team secured second place and the all-girls elite place fourth overall.
Johannesburg’s Rebel Athletix cheerleading team made history by claiming second place at the prestigious International Cheerleading Cup in Orlando, USA.
Held from April 26–28, the competition saw the team go head-to-head with top teams from around the globe, including France and Guatemala.
Competing in two elite categories, All Girls Elite and Co-ed Elite, the team showcased their skills on the international stage, with the all-girls team securing fourth place and the coed team earning a remarkable silver medal.
According to coach Justin Baxter, this is a huge milestone.
“It’s the first time a team from South Africa has ever brought home a medal. The team’s impressive performance has elevated their status in the South African cheerleading scene,” adding, “This achievement sets us up for the next competition in 2027.”
Justin concluded by saying that the team performed in front of over 10 000 people and that he was incredibly proud of their performance.
