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Kelee's story about encountering racism was heartbreaking. I kept wondering if she was in a small town that is just small minded, and was so happy to hear once she went to college she was surrounded by more viewpoints, peers, diversity and found a home. Her family also seems very sweet and of comfort to her. I hope she does well. I personally do NOT enjoy these long story segments but I appreciated hers.

Yes, I feel they should have some sort of accomodation for injured vets that they know are capable of all the routines, etc. I wish they said she had a spot, and to sit out or come back at certain recovery point. It's unfortunate that they have the "everyone is replaceable" mentality.

I had a little feeling of daphne's injured, oh she's out of training camp, moving on in this episode. And sort of felt like she was deserving of a little montage or something if they are going to name the episode after her. So I was glad to see they spoke more thoughtfully about her in the youtube posting

In the previews for next episode they have the same girl crying again saying "this is like the Hunger Games" I feel for her, but think this does not bode well for her. Kelli doesn't have much patience for cryers.

I'm so glad Madeliene S got a positive shout out! I've always liked her and thought she would be a great addition to DCC. I sort of laughed about Lisa, Judy calling her stiff. She has always danced that way

I LOVE Evan! He is so positive and his choreo seems so FUN!

I'm bummed about Daphne. Seems terribly unfair to go out that way :(

I like Melissa, but I would rather hear what Caroline was saying in way of corrections. Actual technical corrections.

I really liked Melissa Reid Paige and that they are bringing in people that can share perhaps new stretches and techniques to improve everyone's kicks. Love it!

That's so interesting a take. I find her responses to be vacant and lack engagement. Maybe her dancing is stronger, I don't remember

Ashley W, I really like her look and hope we get to see more of her to know more about her. She was shown briefly. Judy's critique said "Ashley has so many cute moments, then she gets stiff" Its early yet, time to get more comfortable with the style

Yeah, I thought it was an odd choice. I'm not clear what they were going for there either.

She said the dance was outside of her comfort zone. I think she was being honest, but glad Brittany Perry-Rusell asked her to do it again.

Although I could do without the grandiose McMansion tour, Natalie opened her home on more than one occasion to a TCC which I think shows her to be a generous person. Maybe we'll get to see more meaningful interactions with alums in future episodes? I wonder if Tina Kolina took anyone in, that woud be 'extra' lol

Seems Thanks for posting this, I loved the feature of Armani and I am not on instagram

sorry I meant to ask how many "available spots" are there typically assuming all Vets get to keep their position. Has it been as few as 8 before?

So currently 8 candidates above the cut line. How many candidates normally come in? It seems small to me.

I'm pretty sure we say this every year about alum powerhouse dancers and they rarely oblige us. :(

I suspect some dishonesty on the board. The top row of veterans is alphabetical

I remember when they featured one alum who is middle aged weight and not as HDTV friendly who married a government worker and traveled.... people on this board had a field day. I for one think people in their middle income houses with content lives would be fine with me, but then again I think a TCC that has had a happy upbringing and just likes to dance would be a welcome story!

Melanie, and I like her! Your comment made me smile. She better be able to kick her nose this season for sure! Judy is actually talking and speaking her mind this season, finally!?

I froze the board to better understand current rankings. I am glad to see return TCC Ashlinn and legacy Madeline S are above 36 line. I also like petite TCC Melanie who is currently 36 ranking. I was surprised to see veteran Amanda in the last veteran spot... I always thought she was better than that.

I agree, she definitely seems more confident. I'm rooting for her

Interesting I would not think anyone in training camp would be paid at all except veterans. I guess perhaps they are paid because they are on the show? Idk

I think because they brought more to training camp they cant mess around and have to get to cuts. Yes, they mentioned in the episode they had dances in advance (except the guest coreo of course)