The highly anticipated UAAP Season 86 Cheerdance Competition is set to electrify the crowd on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
This annual extravaganza promises to showcase the pinnacle of athleticism, creativity, and school spirit as cheerleading squads from universities across the league battle for the title of this exhibition event.
"We are thrilled to host the UAAP Season 86 Cheerdance Competition at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. This event is not only a showcase of the incredible talent and athleticism of our student-athletes but also a platform for schools to come together and celebrate the spirit of friendly competition," said UAAP Season 86 Executive Director Atty. Rene Saguisag Jr.
Defending champions National University Pep Squad, who will perform second, are poised to defend their title under the leadership of new head coach Gab Bajacan.
The competition will kick off at 2 PM with a bang as the University of the East Pep Squad takes the stage, setting the tone for a night filled with energy and excitement.
Following suit, the Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles and the Adamson University Pep Squad will showcase their prowess, completing the first half of the event.
The second half will have the University of the Philippines Pep Squad and the De La Salle University Animo Squad taking the floor in succession.
Closing the competition are last year's runners-up, the Far Eastern University Cheering Squad, and the University of Santo Tomas Salinggawi Dance Troupe, who secured the third-place finish in the previous season.
The UAAP Season 86 Cheerdance Competition is set to reach unprecedented heights as it embraces a multi-platform coverage strategy, allowing fans from around the world to experience the excitement and energy of this highly anticipated event.
The event will be available in high definition on the UAAP Varsity Channel. It will also be available on free-to-air One Sports.
Pilipinas LIVE, the only official app in the world streaming Filipino sports leagues, is making history by offering the event for free to both local and global fans, further amplifying the reach of this thrilling competition.
"For the first time, fans around the world can witness the UAAP Season 86 Cheerdance Competition for free through the Pilipinas Live app. This is a game-changer for our global audience, and we are excited to share the energy and talent of our student-athletes with fans everywhere,” said Sienna Olaso, Cignal TV Vice President Channel & Content.
For those unable to watch the Cheerdance Competition live, fans can watch on Pilipinas Live via video-on-demand, ensuring that they can catch up on the breathtaking moments at their convenience.
Fans can download Pilipinas Live via Google Play Store and Apple App Store for free and register to avail of the seven-day free trial, allowing users to fully experience the app and immerse themselves in the excitement.
