DePaul University Athletics
DePaul Competes at NCA Collegiate Nationals
4/11/2026 4:08:00 PM | CHEER
DePaul Cheer took to the mat this weekend at the 2026 NCA Collegiate Nationals in Daytona Beach. Â
Coach Francine Dilay and program alumna Gwen Halik led a team that featured 14 Blue Demon athletes, six of whom made their first appearance at nationals.Â
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The Blue Demons participated in the Intermediate All-Girl category, one of the largest categories in the competition.  California Baptist University claimed the title, with Lindenwood University in second and Stephen F Austin State University in third.
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Roughly 350 cheer teams teams competed at this year's event across intermediate, advanced, gameday and spirit rally.   To learn more about NCA Collegiate Nationals or to watch a replay, visit tv.varsity.com.Â
With the conclusion of nationals, DePaul turns its focus to auditions for the 2026-27 team, set for May 9.Â
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Coach Francine Dilay and program alumna Gwen Halik led a team that featured 14 Blue Demon athletes, six of whom made their first appearance at nationals.Â
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The Blue Demons participated in the Intermediate All-Girl category, one of the largest categories in the competition.  California Baptist University claimed the title, with Lindenwood University in second and Stephen F Austin State University in third.
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Roughly 350 cheer teams teams competed at this year's event across intermediate, advanced, gameday and spirit rally.   To learn more about NCA Collegiate Nationals or to watch a replay, visit tv.varsity.com.Â
With the conclusion of nationals, DePaul turns its focus to auditions for the 2026-27 team, set for May 9.Â
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