Varsity and the Cheerleading Monopoly

In this episode, Mitch and Austin take a close look at Varsity Brands, the company that has a stranglehold monopoly over competitive cheerleading.



SOURCES:

Washington Post article on the American Academy of Pediatrics' findings on catastrophic injuries

Houston Press article on Varsity

Matt Stoller's article on monopolies
Matt Stoller update

Slate article on businesses operating outside of Varsity

The Cheer Buzz overview on Varisty

Fusion Elite All Stars, et al. v. Varsity Brands, LLC, et al.

Take Back Cheer