Competitive Cheer (Game Day) | 3/22/2026 9:44:00 PM

ELMIRA, N.Y. – The Gannon University Competitive Cheer and Dance team returned to action Sunday and delivered a dominant performance, sweeping all three categories at the Upstate Collegiate Championship hosted by Elmira College.

The Golden Knights competed in the Game Day, Hip Hop, and Team Performance categories, earning first-place finishes in all three. The Golden Knights earned first-place finishes in Hip Hop and Game Day, each featuring two teams, and also claimed first place in Team Performance in an uncontested division.

Gannon showcased strong execution across all routines, marking one of its most complete performances of the season.

Head Coach Kelli Makowski praised the team's effort following the meet.

"It was our first time back on the road since early in the season, and I'm really proud of the growth we showed across all three performances. We put out some of our strongest full outs to date today!"

THE COMPETITION FACTS
Event: Upstate Collegiate Championship
Location: Elmira, N.Y. (Elmira College)
Date: March 21, 2026

THE KNIGHT CAP
• Clean Sweep: Gannon placed first in all three categories at the competition.
• Hip Hop Champs: The Golden Knights finished first out of two teams in Hip Hop.
• Game Day Winners: Gannon placed first out of two teams in Game Day.
• Team Performance: Gannon earned first place in an uncontested Team Performance division.
• Strong Return: The meet marked Gannon's first road competition since early in the season.

UP NEXT
Gannon will host its annual Road to Daytona Showcase on Sunday, March 29 at 1:00 p.m. inside the Highmark Events Center. The event will also serve as Senior Day for the program.

This story was written using the support of AI.