As interest in these "all-star" teams grew, various organizations and competitions were formed, often with their own sets of rules and potentially lax and/or dangerous safety standards.

[9] From its establishment, the USASF had been largely controlled and influenced by Varsity Spirit—as part of an overall pattern that has led to accusations of anti-competitive practices.

[12][10] USASF bylaws also required at least seven of its 15 board members to be representatives of one of multiple organizations ultimately controlled by Varsity Spirit.

[10] In March 2023, as part of a settlement of the class-action lawsuit Fusion Elite All Stars, et al. v. Varsity Brands LLC, et al., Varsity Spirit agreed to stop paying the salaries of USASF executives, and prohibit its board members from occupying seats on the USASF board.

In addition, the USASF agreed to not allow any one cheerleading body from controlling more than 40% of the voting seats on its board.