Divisions
Allstar Cheer/USASF Divisions
9 Panel Brands will be offering the USASF Divisions that can be found in the current USASF Age Grid.
All Star Cheer Tiers
All Star Elite Cheer
All Star Elite International Cheer
All Star Prep Cheer
All Star Novice Cheer
All Star CHEERABILITIES
If you do not see your division listed, or if you want to make sure your division is offered at a specific event, please contact kathrine@9panel.net
TOP Select
9 Panel Brands has adopted the TOP Select Divisions for travel cheer teams. TOP Select is for teams who travel to competitions but do not fit in other overall divisions. This is not for USASF Teams but Travel Competitive Cheer.
All teams must classify as one of the following:
• ELITE – This division is for teams that represent their program’s highest level, showcasing advanced skills, execution, and performance readiness.
• ADVANCED – This division is designed for teams refining skills and increasing difficulty. This level prepares the athlete for a higher level of competition but, due to the lessened tumbling requirement, is great for community-based programs who are looking to travel but during a limited time of year.
• FOUNDATIONS – This division focuses on the first-time athlete. The purpose is to learn fundamentals and build confidence.
If you do not see your division listed, or if you want to make sure your division is offered at a specific event, please contact kathrine@9panel.net
Recreation Cheer Divisions
9 Panel Brands will be offering Traditional Recreation Cheer and Performance Recreation Cheer divisions for the 2026-2027 season.
RECREATION PROGRAMS are NOT required to have any USASF athlete membership or program membership!
Recreation Cheer Divisions 26-27
If you do not see your division listed, or if you want to make sure your division is offered at a specific event, please contact kathrine@9panel.net
School Cheer Divisions
9 Panel Brands will offer school cheer divisions for all ages. Routines can be comprised of all music or a cheer/music mix.
2026-2027 School Cheer Divisions
Elementary
Junior High
Junior Varsity
Varsity
Collegiate
If you do not see your division listed, or if you want to make sure your division is offered at a specific event, please contact kathrine@9panel.net
OPEN Dance Divisions
Open Dance is for Allstar, Studio, Recreation, & Individual programs. Please see the scoring page for all guidelines, rules, & regulations.
9 Panel Brands will be offering the Division Categories listed below.
Jazz
Pom
Hip Hop
Contemporary/Lyrical
Kick
Variety
Tiny Open- 6U
Mini Open- 9U
Youth Open- 13U
Junior Open- 16U
Senior Open- 18U
DanceABILITIES- All Ages
If you do not see your division listed, or if you want to make sure your division is offered at a specific event, please contact kathrine@9panel.net
Specialty Divisions
9 Panel Brands is proud to offer specialty divisions. Competing in a specialty division allows athletes to showcase skills they may not get the chance to perform in the team routine.
Cheer- Solo/ Duos/ Trios
Dance- Solo/ Duos/ Trios
Cheer- Group stunt and Partner Stunt (coed)
If you do not see your division listed, or if you want to make sure your division is offered at a specific event, please contact kathrine@9panel.net
Specialty Divisions will NOT be offered at Low Country Showdown.