Varsity Spirit Freed From Claims in Cheerleading Antitrust Suit

Varsity Spirit LLC, a unit of Varsity Brands, settled antitrust claims brought by cheer event producers that previously alleged it conspired to dominate the cheerleading industry.

Open Cheer & Dance Championship Series LLC, The Open Cheer and Dance LLC, and Deep South Cheer Inc.'s confidential deal with Varsity Spirit releases the organization from the litigation. But the plaintiffs will continue to pursue claims against defendant US All Star Federation Inc.

Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk of the US District Court for the Northern District of Texas on Wednesday ordered the plaintiffs and USASF to mediate their remaining claims in person no ...