Hi. We are the AAA Tigers — a passionate competitive cheerleading team from the North East of England, with one big dream: to be among the best cheer teams in the UK and beyond.

This year, our hard work, dedication, and team spirit have paid off in the most amazing way — we’ve been awarded a “Cheerleading Bid” to compete at The European Summit 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal! Their team name is Fierce which is a made up of 16 girls aged between 8 and 12.

What is a “Cheerleading Bid”?

A bid is an exclusive invitation — a golden ticket — earned only by teams who perform at the very highest level at UK competitions. It’s not something you can buy; it’s something you earn through talent, teamwork, and determination. Receiving a bid means the judges and organisers have recognised our squad as one of the most outstanding teams in the country — worthy of representing the UK on an international stage.

Why This Is Such a Big Deal

The European Summit is one of the biggest and most prestigious cheerleading competitions in Europe, bringing together elite teams from across the continent. For our small community team from the North East of England, this is an extraordinary achievement.

Many of our girls started cheerleading just a few years ago — learning their first stunts in our local gym. To now have the opportunity to stand alongside some of Europe’s top teams is a dream come true. It’s proof that with passion, hard work, and heart, even the smallest teams can make it to the biggest stage.

Why We’re Fundraising

While we have the invitation, getting to Portugal is expensive. Between flights, accommodation, entry fees, and uniforms, the total cost for the team quickly adds up. We’re doing everything we can — from sponsored walks to bake sales — but we need your help to make this dream a reality. Your donations will go directly toward:

Travel costs for our 16 athletes and coaches

Accommodation during the competition

Uniforms and gear so we can represent our region with pride

Competition fees required to perform at the European Summit

What It Means to Us

For these 16 girls, cheerleading is more than a sport — it’s a family. It’s teamwork, resilience, and confidence-building. It’s hours of training, pushing through nerves, celebrating each other’s wins, and learning from mistakes together.

Competing at The European Summit isn’t just about trophies — it’s about showing young athletes that dreams can come true when you believe in yourself and work hard for what you love.

We want to show every young person in the North East that no dream is too big and no team is too small to make it to the top.

How You Can Help

Every single donation, big or small, brings us one step closer to Lisbon. Whether you can give £5, £50, or simply share our story, you’re helping make a once-in-a-lifetime experience possible for 16 dedicated young athletes.

Together, let’s send the AAA Tigers to The European Summit 2026 and show Europe what the North East spirit is all about!

From all of us — thank you for believing in our dream.