Team Ireland 2027 Applications are now open!
Represent Ireland at the ICU World Cheerleading Championships in Orlando, Florida in 2027
Applications are now open for clubs, coaches, and athletes.
Apply below to begin your selection process.
Who Can Apply?
Clubs (Youth & Junior Teams)
Clubs may apply to represent Ireland in Youth and Junior divisions.
- Must be a registered CSI club in good standing
- Submit a full team (18–24 athletes)
- Must meet ICU age and division requirements
Coaches
Coaches applying must:
- Hold valid CSI membership
- Have relevant qualifications and vetting
- Have a minimum of 2 years coaching experience
- Be available for the full selection and training process
Athletes (Open All Girl Elite)
Athletes apply individually for the Open national team.
- Must be aged 16+
- Must be an Irish citizen or resident (minimum 6 months)
- Must be available for all stages of selection and training
Selection Process
The selection process is completed in four stages:
1. Application Submission
Deadline: April 24th, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Submit your expression of interest with all required details.
2. Interviews
May 1st – 15th, 2026
Shortlisted applicants will attend an interview.
3. Video Submission
Deadline: June 14th, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Submit required routine sections for review.
4. In-Person Selection
Date: July 12th, 2026 (Dublin)
Final trial evaluated by certified judges.
Final Results Issued: July 17th, 2026
CSI reserves the right to amend the above timeline based on operational needs.
What You Will Be Assessed On
Selections are based on:
- Technical execution and skill level
- Difficulty appropriate to division
- Creativity and overall performance quality
- Compliance with ICU rules and safety standards
- Commitment, organisation, and readiness to represent Ireland
Team Requirements
If selected, all teams and athletes must:
- Attend regular national team training sessions
- Commit fully to the Team Ireland programme
- Represent Ireland exclusively (not club) during official events
- Follow all ICU and CSI rules, including safeguarding and conduct policies
Cost & Commitments
Participation requires financial and time commitment:
- €15 per training session
- Athletes are responsible for travel, accommodation, and competition costs. This will be outlined if successful during the selection process.
- Additional administrative and team-related costs apply
APPLY NOW
Select the appropriate application below:
Applications must be submitted before April 24th, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do clubs or athletes apply differently?
Yes. Clubs apply for Youth and Junior teams. Athletes apply individually for the Open division.
Do I need a full routine to apply?
No. Routine sections are required later during the video submission stage.
Can athletes miss in-person tryouts?
Attendance is strongly recommended. Exceptions may be considered in limited circumstances.
Who selects the teams?
Selections are made by a panel of CSI-appointed certified judges using ICU scoring systems.
For any questions, please contact us on the details below
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