The Carroll County Public Schools (CCPS) Varsity Cheerleading teams will compete in the 2026 CCPS Cheerleading County Championship, scheduled for October 31 at Century High School in Sykesville, Maryland. This annual championship event showcases the skills and team spirit of squads from across Carroll County.
Participating schools include Liberty High School, South Carroll High School, Manchester Valley High School, Century High School, Francis Scott Key High School, and Westminster High School. The competition will take place in Century High School’s gym with two sessions: a morning session beginning at 10:00 a.m. and an evening session at 6:30 p.m.
On the same day, additional cheerleading events will be held at other Carroll County locations—including Winters Mill High School in Westminster, Oakdale High School in Ijamsville, and South Carroll High School in Sykesville. These are distinct events separate from the County Championship at Century High School.
2026 CCPS Cheerleading Championship and Other Events Schedule
- 10:00 a.m. – CCPS Cheerleading County Championship at Century High School gym, Sykesville, MD
- 6:30 p.m. – CCPS Cheerleading County Championship session at Century High School, Sykesville, MD
- 6:30 p.m. – Cheerleading event at Winters Mill High School, Westminster, MD (separate event)
- 10:00 a.m. – Cheerleading event at Oakdale High School, Ijamsville, MD (separate event)
- 6:30 p.m. – Cheerleading event at South Carroll High School, Sykesville, MD (separate event)
MSB Take
The announcement of the 2026 CCPS Varsity Cheerleading County Championship at Century High School highlights the growing prominence and competitive spirit of cheerleading programs within Carroll County. Hosting multiple sessions and locations confirms the depth of participation and community support these teams enjoy. For Winters Mill High School and its county rivals, this championship presents a key opportunity to measure progress and build momentum heading into their competitive seasons.
Source: Original report
