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Gabby is so pretty. I personally don't think she looks heavy. She's not very tall, so that probably doesn't help. She is in some of the Cowboys fit ads that I've seen floating around. I don't think she would be doing ad work for them if she had a weight issue.

I'm so happy to be reading many of these posts regarding how people form opinions of the DCC. It has always bothered me that these girls can become so disliked based off of minimal knowledge of them and dare I say, lack of any real face to face interaction. I get this is a forum and everyone is entitled to their own opinions. That being said, I was lucky enough to have a brief face to face interaction this fall with Tess and Hannah. They were both very nice. I could tell that they both seem to be more reserved and quiet. I had a nice and engaging conversation with both of them and they both let their guards down after a few minutes. They couldn't have been nicer to myself or my 3 nieces. I must also say that in person, they are both stunning.

You're too funny! Unfortunately I didn't ask them about either of those things. I was a few episodes behind due to travel so I didn't ask those questions. Hannah is from the western suburbs of Chicago so we talked about that. She was curious if it had started getting colder back home yet. She said she misses that. We also talked about a mutual friend that she and my daughter have from my daughter's school and sorority. She couldn't have been nicer. I just told Tess how I had always thought she was pretty, but seeing her in person, she was stunning! I also thanked her for liking a comment I had made on FB. She said it was nice to meet me and thanks for being a fan. Funny note - there was a large guy standing off to the side of them. Just listening and chuckling about our conversation. So I asked if he's their bodyguard. He was like, no, just their friend. So I told him he had a tough job, but somebody had to do it! He laughed at that.

I don't really know if this goes here or not, but couldn't figure out where else to put it. So, I was visiting family in Arlington, TX this week and I saw that Tess and Hannah were going to be at a grocery store right by where I was. So, I went and met them. Let me just say, Tess is stunning. Hannah is too for that matter. They were both so nice and friendly. I actually got to talk to them for quite a bit. They were super nice to my 2 great nieces ( 11 and 13 year olds). I got a team photo and took a pic of them. I'm going to attempt to attach them to this post. I was so excited to see that they were going to be so close to where I was. I was visiting from Chicago.

I just saw the musical, Legally Blonde, and loved it. If you get the chance, you should check it out.

Does anyone on here watch the episodes on Amazon? I'm so annoyed because I bought this season and have been able to watch each episode by Friday afternoon after the original airing but not today. It just keeps saying not available yet. Ugh! I'm getting impatient!

I personally think that they have both been strong dancers. I've caught glimpses of Lindsay more than Jasmine, but from what I've seen, Lindsay is catching on to the dances and she looks good. Jasmine was mentioned by one of the vets as being powerful. I do not like the editing of Dayton at all. Others on here have said that all the closeups of her are when she's doing poorly, but in background shots, she is doing much better, and I agree. I don't really get it. I'm not really seeing the appeal of Kristen so much, but I think she's a good dancer.

A few thoughts I have on this episode - I think Victoria is a strong dancer, but needs better control. I think her personality is fun and exuberant - I can see that coming off as annoying. I think she's just really excitable and somewhat immature. I think Dayton is a beautiful girl and dancer. I just think she is far more reserved than many others. I thought the editing of her being late was overdone. I did appreciate the fact that we were shown Kelli talking to her and what and how Kelli said it to her. I feel she was right on with telling Dayton she has to be on time and she can't get special treatment for being a coach's daughter, but yet, Kelli let her know that she cares about her. I wish they would show more of each TCC. I feel like we don't get a good representation of all of them. I also wish we would see a before and after of each makeover. I think TCC Lindsey is looking fantastic - appears to know dances well, is powerful, and has a great look. I also really like Gabby. Cute, great dancer......

Oh yes, I guess we need to specify which Rachel! You're right about Rookie Rachel being in the group. I thought the comment was about 2nd year, brunette Rachel.

Rachel isn't in this group - she is in Lacey's group.

In the picture of Group 4, I realize shadows play a part, but some of the rookies look like they have huge thighs - Caroline in particular, I believe. I think Maddie looks great. That being said, it seems like camera angle has a ton to do with how they look. I personally think they all look fantastic and would give almost anything to have ever looked like they do! I'm sure in person they are teeny tiny.

This top one says Reppin IL - Madeline, Hannah and Gabby are all from the Chicago suburbs. Madeline and Gabby are from suburbs very close together.

I know I have heard several different girls talk about cleaning the uniform. They are each responsible for their own uniforms. They all said they were scared to death the first time they washed it. I believe it was Miranda that said she washes each piece separately. I'm not sure about their boots though.

Amy is the Gameday Girl today.

I believe it is just showing that she is fluffing her poms.

I would like to hear who made SG please.

I agree with you completely. I just don't see that happening. If it really has happened, then I'm more naive than I thought.

Heather led the group out on the far left side. She was in the back corner opposite the family tent/cover. I was surprised because Tess and Amy were back there with her. Gina is in front of Heather and Amy.

Wow! That was harsh!

Is that Tasha? Doesn't look like her 100% though, but I don't know which rookie it could be?

It's possible. My memory can be sketchy! I just watched all of the seasons from 1 - 12 though, but that doesn't mean I remembered it correctly! From pictures posted on IG of them in CA and ones left in TX it doesn't appear any rookies are with them.

If I remember correctly, last year, none of the rookies who made SG went to Oxnard. I do remember though that the rookies did a performance at AT&T Stadium before the team was announced. I remember because Lauren was right in front of the Jones family and Judy was freaking out that she not make any mistakes.

Looks like a different photographer.

I wonder about this too! Lexi S and Kelli Q both tried out several times. I saw them both when watching previous seasons. Miranda is another that I saw in previous episodes before the season she made it.

I've been watching old seasons. I noticed on season 11 that there were about 4 empty rows behind the girls when Kelli did her intro speech. Now, on season 12, there were probably 6-7 empty rows behind the girls. I don't remember which season, but for one in the past, there was only 1 empty row. Numbers have dropped. I also agree that it is not worth the risk for inexperienced dancers who maybe tried out in the past. They stay home now.