GREENVILLE, Pa.—The Thiel College cheer team claimed its fifth consecutive top three national finish at the prestigious NCA College Nationals on April 10-11 in Daytona Beach, Fla.
This was the first year the Tomcats competed in Inter Small Coed Division III. Thiel earned an average score of 89.12 to place third in the new division. The Tomcats won a national championship in 2023, finished second in 2022 and third in 2025 and 2024.
“We are incredibly proud,” said coach Randall Burnett M.A.'22. “This achievement speaks volumes about the commitment, resilience, and belief this team has shown all season.”
About Thiel College
Thiel College is an independent college founded in the Lutheran tradition. Located in Greenville, Pa., the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports, and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The College is also home to a new Master of Science in speech-language pathology and 2Master of Business Administration. Both master’s degree programs offer innovative and accelerated five-year paths which allow students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The speech-language pathology program also has an accelerated 15-month graduate-level program. The M.B.A. program also has a 12-month post-graduate program.A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. Coeducational from its beginnings, the College remains committed to combining tradition with innovation as it celebrates 150 years.