The Toro cheerleading team are from the Rancho Carne High School in San Diego. This team is renowned for its spirit, back talk and brilliant routines that is sure to land them the national championship trophy for the sixth year in a row.
However for newly-elected team captain, Torrance (Kirsten Dunst), the teams road to victory takes a dark and sinister turn when she discovers that their perfectly-choreographed routines have been lifted from the 'Clovers Squad', a hip-hop squad from the East-side.
While the Toros desperately try and come up with a new routine, the Clovers, led by squad captain Isis (Gabrielle Union) have their own problems - coming up with enough money to cover their travel expenses to the championships.
With time fast running out and the pressure mounting, both captains drive their squads to the point of exhaustion: Torrance, hell bent on saving the Toros' reputation, and Isis more determined than ever to see that the Clovers finally get the recognition that they deserve.
But only one team can bring home the title, so may the best moves win!