Porter’s Chapel Cheerleaders Earn Honors at UCA Camp

OXFORD, Miss.(VDN) — Porter’s Chapel Academy cheerleaders brought home well-deserved honors last week at the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) Camp held on the University of Mississippi campus in Oxford.

PCA’s squad finished second in their division, capping off a strong performance against other teams from across the region. The program, led by Coach Megan Sumrall, was praised for its spirit, effort, and team unity.

“We’re proud of this team’s spirit, hard work, and determination,” PCA said in a post on Facebook Thursday. “Let’s give them a big Eagles cheer as they head into the upcoming season.”

Rising junior Mia Abdo earned individual recognition by being named a UCA All-American — one of the top honors at the camp, awarded to standout performers who demonstrate superior skills and leadership.

The varsity cheerleading team includes: Mia Abdo, Neelie Alexander, Charlee Bass, Miya Bittues, Audrey Carraway, Wilniya Conner, Ansley Conway, Isabella Fife, Lily Fowler, Brooklyn Nicholson, Kinsley Rogers, Kendall Smith, and Alexis Whittington.

Junior varsity cheerleaders are: Jayden Chapin, Bella Davis, Anniston Ford, Gianna Galarza, Anna-Lea Jones, and Chloe Taylor.

The Eagles cheerleaders will now shift their focus to the 2025 season, bringing momentum from their summer success into the school year. The official football season begins in August.