Register Now For NE All-Stars Cheer Program In Central MN

Last year marked a major milestone for one Central Minnesota cheer program, and it ended in a big way.

We have a group of athletes from across Central Minnesota heading to compete as part of the NE All-Stars AAU Junior Olympic Team in July. Cheerleading was just added to the Junior Olympics (new last year), so this is a pretty big deal for these kids.

GOLD MEDALS FOR ALL

Last year, only two teams were sent from Minnesota, BOTH from the NE All-Stars, and both teams came home with gold medals.

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By late July, the only teams from Minnesota traveled to Houston, Texas, for the Junior Olympics, bringing along 19 athletes in all.

Now, they’re preparing to build on that success, and are inviting anyone interested in taking part in the 10-12 week program to act now. They would love to grow the program and share this exciting experience with kids all over the region.

WHAT MAKES THIS PROGRAM DIFFERENT

The AAU Junior Olympics season stands apart from traditional cheer. Taking place outside the regular season, which is currently wrapping up, it runs just 10 to 12 weeks, and the program is often described as a “pickup team.”

This opportunity gives young athletes a shorter, more flexible opportunity to compete, which works really well for students who have multiple sports interests and don't want to commit to a longer program quite yet.

ALL ARE WELCOME

Athletes of all backgrounds are encouraged to join, even those with no prior All-Star cheer experience. The team welcomes cheerleaders, dancers, gymnasts, wrestlers, football players, and more. Anyone who has a dream and is willing to work hard, learn, and be part of a team is encouraged to attend.

TALENT FROM RURAL AREAS

The roster highlights the strong sense of community across Central Minnesota, with athletes coming from Milaca, Princeton, Cambridge, North Branch, Forest Lake, Isanti, and several surrounding areas. Practices take place in Cambridge.

DON'T LET FINANCES KEEP YOU DOWN

The program doesn't want funding to be a roadblock for student participation. Through ongoing fundraising efforts, they work to keep costs manageable so that no athlete is turned away. Speaking of that, there is a GoFundMe page for people who want to help young athletes participate in this program, and you can find it by clicking HERE.

The 2026 AAU Junior Olympics are set to take place in Des Moines, Iowa, making travel much easier for families and supporters this year.

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER TODAY

The team is currently looking for motivated athletes to join the 2026 Junior Olympics roster. Do you know someone who should be involved in this program? Let them know that now is the time to sign up.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Registration to join the NE All-Stars based out of Cambridge, is open through the end of April, offering athletes of all experience levels a chance to be part of something special and step onto the Junior Olympic stage.

To register and learn more, click HERE now.

You can learn more about the program by clicking HERE.

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