Padua Cheerleaders Won Delaware District 3A-1 Poll
The squad secured the top spot in the Delaware Online voting competition for District 3A-1 cheerleading teams.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Civic
The Padua cheerleading squad has been named the winner of the Delaware Online poll for District 3A-1 squads. The team, which performs at Salesianum football games, secured the victory through a public vote.
Why it matters
The result highlights the community interest in local high school spirit squads across the state. Winning this district poll marks the first step for local teams vying for the Class 3A championship title.
Padua earned more than 90% of the total votes cast in the District 3A-1 poll. The results establish the current performance benchmark for schools competing in the class-wide competition.
The players
Padua
This high school cheerleading squad is known for performing at Salesianum football games.
Delaware Online
This regional media entity hosted the public poll to determine the top cheerleading squads.
The details
The winner was determined through an online public voting process conducted via Delaware Online. Padua cheerleaders are a familiar presence to the local community due to their regular appearances at Salesianum football games.
Timeline
The Padua cheerleading squad won the district poll in September 2026.
Schools in District 3A-2 are scheduled to appear on the ballot next week.
Industry Dynamics
This poll represents the initial stage of a broader series aimed at identifying the top competitive spirit squads in Delaware. The structure mirrors past championship voting patterns, where winners from district-level polls advance to compete for the ultimate class title.
Readers can participate in future district polls by visiting the Delaware Online website when the next rounds open. These votes directly determine which squads advance to the subsequent stages of the championship competition.
The takeaway
Participating in these online polls allows the public to directly impact the ranking and recognition of their local athletic programs. Supporters should keep an eye on upcoming ballot releases to ensure their favored squads have the best chance to advance to the finals.
What happens next
District 3A-2 schools will appear on the voting ballot next week. Following the district rounds, the top squads in each class will advance to a final round of voting to determine the overall Class 3A champion.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The News Journal.
