Miami Metal Claims Victory in Pro Cheer League’s First Sell-Out

The Pro Cheer League marked a significant milestone on February 14, 2026, as it attracted its first sell-out crowd in Atlanta during the second match of its inaugural season. The event showcased the elite athleticism of its teams, particularly the Miami Metal, who secured a dominant victory, earning 15 out of 16 possible points.

This match followed a successful season opener in Indianapolis, which captivated over 1.6 million viewers on ION. The atmosphere in Atlanta was electric, and the fans fully embraced the league’s theme of “All The Love.” John Newby, Commissioner of the Pro Cheer League, expressed his excitement: “Congratulations to Miami and a huge shoutout to the incredible fans in Atlanta who bought into our theme with a wild atmosphere in a sold-out arena,” he stated. He added that the league looks forward to continuing this momentum in Houston.

Miami Dominates the Competition

The Miami Metal’s performance reaffirmed their strength, as they built on their narrow season-opening win by demonstrating remarkable skill throughout the match. Despite Miami’s lead early on, the competition remained fierce, particularly with a growing rivalry against Dallas. Both teams engaged in several head-to-head matchups that kept the audience on edge.

The match began with the Atlanta Air showcasing their talents in front of a supportive home crowd. However, the Miami Metal quickly made their mark with a newly introduced “shooting star” move executed by Josh Hill and Hailey D’Lynn Smith, which energized the arena. Coach Jose Gonzalez noted the team’s determination to improve upon their previous performance, leading to their success in the first quarter. Dallas followed in second place, with Atlanta and Golden State trailing behind.

The competition intensified as the teams navigated through a series of specialized events designed to determine scoring and seeding. The “gauntlet” segment featured head-to-head games where winning teams selected new challenges to further test their skills.

Highlight Performances and Fan Engagement

The second quarter showcased Miami’s Kollin Cockrell, a seasoned athlete and Olympic weightlifter, who astounded the crowd by nearly doubling the league record with 52 popovers in the Coed Endurance game. Miami advanced to face Golden State in the Hangtime event, where Julia Romero clinched victory with a narrow win in a toe touch basket toss.

Atlanta’s athletes also shone during this segment, particularly in the All Girl Big Trick competition, where they executed a stunning double back twist layout dismount. This performance was later awarded the Performance of the Night, further fueling the local crowd’s enthusiasm.

As the match progressed, Miami continued to gain an advantage, although Dallas managed to secure a point in the Last Pass event. This event saw Dee Joseph of Atlanta attempting a quadruple full, which, despite the crowd’s excitement, was deemed illegal according to league rules, leading to disappointment among their fans.

In a thrilling final round, teams faced off in the Flash Pyramid event, racing to build cheer pyramids. Miami’s quick performance against Golden State and Dallas’s successful round against Atlanta set the stage for the concluding Coed Big Trick matchup. Miami ultimately triumphed, displaying a wider variation of elements in their routine.

As the match concluded, Atlanta secured third place thanks to a remarkable performance from Corey Pullen in the Bullseye event, which required precision and control. The next match is scheduled for February 27, 2026, in Houston, promising to deliver even more excitement as the league progresses.

For further details, including ticketing and viewing options, visit procheerleague.com. Replays of this match will be available on ION and through Varsity TV, with additional media content regularly updated on the league’s platforms.