Varsity may be over but the success keeps on coming!
Following an electric performance at Varsity 2026, at the end of March, Newcastle University’s cheerleading club, Newcastle Northern Angels, has continued its winning streak with two exciting invitations to perform at major sporting events across the region.
The club was invited to perform again back at Kingston Park at a Newcastle Red Bulls home game on 24 April, before taking to the pitch again at the England v France Select Students fixture on 2 May.
For many members, the events were a chance to perform in front of larger crowds, represent the University, as well as showcase a sport they care deeply about.
Lily Allan, Wellbeing Officer and Northern Angels cheerleader said "we are so grateful for both of these opportunities as it is a chance to showcase our incredible club and more specifically, showcase what cheerleading is - overcoming the stereotypes that often come alongside cheer as a sport, and is an amazing way to perform the sport we love to a large audience".
Modern cheer is built on athleticism, trust, teamwork and resilience.
Behind each routine there are countless hours of training to nail lifts, tumbles, choreography and event preparation. This requires a huge amount of dedication from our student athletes across the club.
Newcastle Northern Angels have grown into the one of the University’s most vibrant, inclusive, and successful sports communities, welcoming students of all experience levels. While previous dance or gymnastic experience can be useful, the club prides itself on encouraging people to give it a go.
That supportive atmosphere has helped the club achieve major success and recognition across its multiple teams.
The team ‘Pearl’, Newcastle Northern Angels Performance Team, performed for over 5,500 people across both the women’s and men’s Varsity fixtures. The routine encompassed high-level stunts, dances, tumbles, kick-lines and pyramid skills, all executed at the highest level.
Following the stellar performance, the team were invited to perform during half-time at the Newcastle Red Bulls vs Bristol Bears home game at Kingston Park, before performing again at the England vs France Select Students fixture the following week.
Tilly, one of Pearl’s coaches, said: “Liv and I are delighted to hear that Newcastle Angels and Pearl are being featured. We are incredibly proud to coach such a talented group of young women who have never failed to impress us time and time again throughout the season. We could not have asked for a better group.”
Diamonds, the club’s Level 1 tumbling team, were crowned national champions in 2024, while Sapphires secured two national titles in 2025. Meanwhile, Ruby, the club’s Level 3 tumbling team, also became division champs this stunt-filled year, following another impressive competitive season.
Alongside competitive cheer, the club’s dance teams have also enjoyed strong results, with Jazz/Lyrical placing first regionally in 2024, hip-hop securing second place, and pom taking third.
Elsewhere, the Performance Team continues to bring spirit to university sport throughout the year, performing at matches, charity events and community showcases across the north east.
It’s not just competition trophies the club has picked up either.
The Angels have achieved Silver Inclusivity awards for three years running, recognising all the work the club does behind the scenes to raise the bar competitively and culturally.
For a sport that can sometimes feel intimidating from outside, that focus really matters to the Angels. It reflects all the work they do to create society where members can develop confidence, friendships and new skills, and have a positive impact on the wider university and civic community, alongside competitive success.
After another high-flying year packed with medals, performances and milestones, the Northern Angels continue to prove there’s far more to cheerleading than people might expect.
With national titles, invitations to national sport events, the Angels are continuing to lift cheerleading to new heights – one tumble at a time.