What better iconic record attempt to represent the US in Guinness World Records Day then cheerleading? 

A total of 297 cheerleaders from across the Mid-South successfully cheered and danced their way into the history books, breaking a record for the 'Largest Cheerleading Dance.'

The record-breaking routine was performed at the Universal Cheerleaders Association’s Mid-South Regional cheerleading event held November 7 at the University of Memphis.

Cheerleaders were prepped to perform a sideline cheer they learned at camp, along with the “Cupid Shuffle.”

To break the record, all participants had to be properly uniformed, registered to participate and well versed in the dance routine in order to perform in unison with each other. The dance had to be a minimum of 5 minutes long. The UCA cheerleeders danced for a total of 5 minutes 43 seconds.

The visiual of all the colorful cheerleading squads dressed to represent their distinct schools and uniting together to achieve a goal, embodies the true spirit of what Guinness World Records Day is all about.

“Our cheerleaders are honored to represent the United States during Guinness World Records Day,” said John Newby, UCA general manager and senior vice president. “This record is a shining example of the enthusiastic spirit, competitive drive and dedication that lives in every cheerleader.”

This performance broke a record set earlier this year by a group of 225 UCA cheerleaders at an event sponsored by Baskin-Robbins.

16 November 2009