Below are the winners of the 2006 Spirit Industry Trade Association (SITA) Merit Awards. Congratulations to all the winners and hats off to SITA for recognizing individuals and companies that go above and beyond in their representation of the cheerleading industry. Please note the winners are not listed in any particular order.
The 2006 SITA Merit Award for "Best State Association" went to the Golden State Spirit Association (GSSA).
The 2006 SITA Merit Award for "Best Coaches Conference" went to Cheer LTD for their National Coaches Conference (NCC) held in Fayetteville, NC.
The 2006 SITA Award for "Best Philanthropic Initiative" went to CHEERSPORT for their Special Olympic divisions.
The 2006 SITA Award for "Best Philanthropic Initiative" also went to COA for their CHEERforLIFE program.
The 2006 SITA Award for "Best Competition Event Venue" went to the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center.