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Varsity Spirit Founder Jeff Webb Dies at 76

Cause remains unconfirmed despite reports of an accident.

Overview

  • Varsity Spirit confirmed Webb's death and shared a tribute, praising his pivotal role in shaping modern cheerleading.
  • Webb founded the Universal Cheerleaders Association/Varsity Spirit in 1974 and advanced the sport globally through the International Cheer Union, which gained full IOC recognition in 2021.
  • No official cause has been released; the ICU referenced complications after an accident and multiple outlets reported his death followed an accident.
  • The Post Millennial reported a fall at a sporting event, while Sportico, citing an email described on Facebook, reported a head injury during pickleball and removal from life support two weeks later.
  • Webb previously owned Human Events and The Post Millennial and sold both to Just The News' parent last fall, drawing tributes from company leaders noting ongoing projects with him.