Cheer Produces Two All-Americans & NAIA Cheerleader of the Year

Marshall, Mo., (April 3, 2025)- The Missouri Valley College cheer team has put two of its student-athletes on the 2025 NAIA Competitive Cheer All-America Team, including the NAIA Cheerleader of the Year.

Leading the selections is Sophomore Carter McCourt (Bristol, Ind.) who was named the NAIA Competitive Cheerleader of the Year, becoming the first cheerleader in program-history to earn the award.  In addition to the individual award, McCourt was also named a first team All-American.  McCourt was also named the Heart of America Athletic Conference Cheerleader of the Year, last month.

Also earning All-American honors is Freshman Hailey Stephenson (Las Vegas, Nev.), who was second team selection.

The Missouri Valley cheer team earned a ninth-straight berth into the NAIA Competitive Cheer National Championship, and placed ninth overall with a final score of 86.74.  This is the eighth time the team has finished in the top ten at the National championship.

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About Missouri Valley College

Standing out as one of the most innovative and student-focused liberal arts colleges in the Midwest, Missouri Valley College (MVC) is committed to preparing students for success beyond the classroom. Through the Viking Voyage program, MVC prioritizes career readiness from day one, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel after graduation. Each of MVC's 30+ in-demand majors—including nursing, business, cybersecurity, computer science, criminal justice, and exercise science—integrates personal instruction, experiential learning, and professional opportunities to prepare graduates to thrive in a rapidly changing and globally connected world. At Missouri Valley College, higher education is more than earning a degree—it's a transformative journey that begins with the end.