Jeff Webb, the man widely credited with transforming modern cheerleading into a global powerhouse, has died at 76 following a tragic accident.
Webb passed away on Thursday, March 19, after suffering a traumatic head injury in a fall while playing pickleball just two weeks earlier.
According to Cheer Daily, he was hospitalized after the incident before his family made the difficult decision to take him off life support.
Back in 1974, Webb founded Varsity Spirit, a company that would go on to redefine the sport and become the largest organization in cheerleading. Through competitions, training camps, apparel, and media ventures, Varsity Spirit became one of the most influential forces in cheerleading history — a multibillion-dollar juggernaut
In a statement confirming his passing, the company honored his impact:
”Jeff played a pivotal role in shaping cheerleading as it exists today and in building a community that has impacted generations of athletes, coaches, and teams.”
The statement also highlighted his global influence:
”In recent years, his contributions helped grow the sport both in the United States and globally, including his work with the International Cheer Union, which achieved full recognition by the International Olympic Committee in 2021.”
“We extend our condolences to Jeff’s family and loved ones, and to the many across the spirit community who were influenced by his work.”
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