South Korean cheerleader Lee Da-hye (李多慧) of the Wei Chuan Dragons' Dragon Beauties topped Taiwan's latest cheerleader popularity index with 126,595 online mentions — nearly double her closest rival — according to a buzz-ranking report from analytics firm DailyView (網路溫度計) covering May 24 to June 22, 2026.
The ranking reflects a broader shift in Taiwanese sports culture, where cheer squads now draw as much attention as the games themselves. Teams in the Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) and the P. LEAGUE+ basketball circuit have encouraged their cheerleaders to build independent social media followings, turning sideline appearances into personal brand moments.
No. 10 — A rare hometown name cracks a Korean-dominated field
Lan Lan (籃籃), real name Lan Ching-wen (籃靖玟), took 10th with 8,274 mentions as a member of the Rakuten Monkeys' cheer squad — one of the few Taiwan-born names on a list otherwise led by South Korean imports.
No. 9 — "Cheerleading AI" earns her spot through precision
Fubon Angels member Lee Hao-jeong (李晧禎) placed ninth with 8,787 mentions. Nicknamed the "Busan Goddess" and praised for dance precision sharp enough to earn the label "cheerleading AI," her trending keyword, "mirror box," tied to a recent media appearance.
No. 8 — Versatility across dance styles keeps her in the mix
Wei Chuan Dragons cheerleader Kwon Hee-won (權喜原) logged 8,990 mentions at eighth, known for shifting easily between pop and hip-hop routines. Her top keyword, "fish ball," pointed to the casual, food-focused content that keeps her online following steady.
No. 7 — Korean-style discipline wins over CTBC fans
CTBC Brothers Passion Sisters member Byeon Ha-ryul (邊荷律) came in seventh with 10,276 mentions, credited with bringing captain-level Korean choreography to Taiwan while winning fans over with an expressive smile. Her top keyword, "food," tracked with lifestyle posts on her personal accounts.
No. 6 — A polished, model-like stage presence draws steady attention
Fubon Angels member Nam Min-jeong (南珉貞) drew 12,263 mentions at sixth for a high-precision stage presence fans call aloof and model-like — offset, commenters noted, by a private enthusiasm for Taiwanese street food.
No. 5 — A ballpark favorite expands into fashion and television
Lin Hsiang (林襄), now with the Wei Chuan Dragons after years with the Rakuten Monkeys, recorded 15,497 mentions at fifth. Her trending keyword, "Ma Jie-sen," tracked team- and player-related chatter, but her career has since expanded into variety show hosting, photobooks and international fashion weeks.
No. 4 — Height and charisma make her a brand favorite
Fubon Angels cheerleader Lee Ya-ying (李雅英) took fourth with 35,334 mentions. At 170 centimeters, she has become a sought-after face for brand partnerships, helped by a commanding sideline presence and an off-field love of Taiwanese food. Her trending keyword, "A-yong," tracked closely with player- and team-related discussion.
No. 3 — Fans push for a long-term contract for "Zhu Zhu"
Fellow Fubon Angels member Lee Ju-yeon (李珠珢) placed third with 57,457 mentions under the fan nickname "Zhu Zhu" — itself the period's top keyword tied to her name. Fans called her the squad's top draw and pushed for a long-term contract extension.
No. 2 — An alleged knife attack fuels concern and renewed attention
CTBC Brothers Passion Sisters veteran Wen Wen (汶汶), given name Wang Jing-wen (王敬汶), took second with 71,814 mentions. Much of the attention followed a widely reported incident in which she was allegedly attacked with a knife by a fan during a private photoshoot, drawing concern for her safety and hopes she would return to the sidelines.
No. 1 — Lee Da-hye's lead is nearly insurmountable
Lee Da-hye's 126,595 mentions left the field far behind. She built her Taiwan fan base first with the Rakuten Monkeys before moving to the Wei Chuan Dragons, where clips of her routines circulate widely online. Fans called her "the face of Wei Chuan" and hoped she would stay focused on cheerleading over commercial ventures. One recurring story among fans: her quietly paying for meals at local restaurants and slipping away before staff could object — a gesture commenters called distinctly, endearingly Taiwanese.
The rankings point to a cheerleading scene increasingly shaped by South Korean talent, even as a handful of homegrown performers work to carve out space of their own. （Related： 23 Year-Old Taiwanese Explorer Wanted Taiwan's Children to See the Southern Ocean. A Theft Erased It ｜ Latest ）
