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Review & Consolidation
Submitted nominations are reviewed, and repeated nominations for the same nominee within the same category are consolidated for an accurate selection process.
THE CHEER & DANCE NOVAS
Nominations Are Closed
The 2026 nomination period has officially ended. Thank you to everyone who helped shine a light on the people, programs, events, and organizations moving the cheer and dance industry forward.
Nominations Closed July 27, 2026
Finalists Announced
Public Voting: August 17–24, 2026
Awards Night: September 28, 2026
The Spotlight Moves Forward
Thank You for Nominating
Every submission helps tell the story of the individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact across cheer and dance. The finalists have been announced, and public voting is now underway for the 2026 awards.
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Finalist Selection
MotUS will select the official finalists in each category and prepare the approved finalist profiles for announcement.
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Public Voting
Voting is open August 17–24. Verified voters may cast one vote per category each day throughout the public voting period.
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Nomination Period Complete
The Names Are In
Nominations are no longer being accepted through this page. The next chapter belongs to the finalists who will step into the spotlight as THE CHEER & DANCE NOVAS moves through public voting and toward the live awards celebration in Nashville.
Finalists have been announced. Voting Period: August 17–24, 2026.
