The Illinois Cheerleading Coaches Association Coach of the Year is someone who has coached for 7 or more years and has made a significant impact in cheerleading, their school and the lives of those they have coached. If you would like to nominate a current ICCA member who meets these qualifications, please use this form to submit their name for consideration. Coach of the Year deadline is February 15.
Award Recipients
2026 Recipients
High School Recipient
Natasha Plumlee
Pinckneyville High School
Junior High Recipient
Amy Hopper
Knoxville Junior High
