$82.5M Cheerleading Varsity Brands Class Action Settlement
The court approved the settlement and later approved the administrator’s final report. The official site said eligible class-member checks would be distributed no later than March 27, 2026.
$82.5M Cheerleading Varsity Brands Class Action Settlement
PublishedMay 8, 2025
UpdatedJuly 26, 2026
The court approved the settlement and later approved the administrator’s final report. The official site said eligible class-member checks would be distributed no later than March 27, 2026.
The court approved the settlement and later approved the administrator’s final report. The official site said eligible class-member checks would be distributed no later than March 27, 2026.
StatusFinal Approval Granted · Payments DistributedSee the current-status update above.
Claim DeadlineMay 5, 2025New claims are not currently accepted.
Settlement Fund$82.5 millionApproved deductions and allocation terms may apply.
Potential BenefitVaries under allocation planEligibility and payment terms apply.
What Happened?
The lawsuit alleged anticompetitive conduct in cheer competitions, camps, and apparel markets. The defendants denied wrongdoing, and the settlement resolved the claims without a trial.
Who Was Covered?
The damages class included qualifying people who indirectly paid Varsity through a gym or school for covered cheer competitions, camps, or apparel during the periods in the official notice.
What Benefits Were Available?
The $82.5 million fund paid approved claims under the court-approved allocation plan after administration costs, legal fees, expenses, and other authorized deductions.
Claims and Payment Information
The court approved the settlement and later approved the administrator’s final report. The official site said eligible class-member checks would be distributed no later than March 27, 2026. People with an existing claim or notice should rely on claim-specific communications and the official source.
• Claim deadline: May 5, 2025 • Final-report approval: February 12, 2026 • Check distribution deadline: March 27, 2026
Settlement Fund and Legal Fees
Administration, legal fees, expenses, benefit payments, and other approved deductions are governed by the official documents and court orders and can affect individual benefits.
Case Information
Jones, et al. v. Varsity Brands, LLC, et al. 2:20-cv-02892 U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee.