Riverside City College Secures Top Marks at USA Collegiate Championships
Riverside City College delivered standout performances at the USA Collegiate Championships, competing across three divisions and earning multiple podium finishes against a highly competitive national field.
In the Spirit Rally/Fight Song division, which featured 16 teams largely comprised of four-year universities, RCC earned a silver medal with a second-place finish. The routine highlighted strong execution, precision, and dynamic school spirit, demonstrating the Tigers’ ability to compete at the highest level.
The RCC Small Coed team competed in the Junior College Two-Year Intermediate Division and also secured a second-place finish. Their performance showcased technical strength, synchronization, and athleticism, earning high marks from judges and reinforcing RCC’s reputation for excellence among two-year programs.
Capping off an exceptional weekend, the RCC All-Girl team captured first place in the Two-Year College Advanced Division, earning the Collegiate Championship title. The winning routine reflected advanced difficulty, clean execution, and powerful performance quality that distinguished the Tigers from the field.
Throughout the championship weekend, RCC athletes represented the college with pride, discipline, and unwavering commitment, competing successfully against programs from across the nation.
“Watching our teams compete on a national stage and deliver performances of that caliber was incredibly inspiring,” said Jennifer Spalding, Dean of Instruction, Kinesiology/Athletic Director. “They demonstrated not only elite athletic ability, but also heart, resilience, and a deep sense of Tiger pride. Competing against primarily four-year institutions and finishing at the top of their divisions speaks volumes about the strength of our program and the dedication of our student-athletes.”
RCC continues to build a legacy of competitive excellence while fostering leadership, teamwork, and school spirit that extends far beyond the mat.