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2 hours ago, DCC-UK said:

Now Rachel's got shorter hair, it's easier to decipher now! It's Molly in the pic.

Rachel's got shorter hair. Now only if Rachel W. would get shorter airtime. 

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17 hours ago, notvictoria said:

I think that most dancers change studios once they learn all their is to learn from one place. It happens all the time and it is not an unusual thing at all.

Victoria and her mother may have thought that "she learned all there is to learn" from a given studio, but there was likely so much more to learn if she was open to critiques. I studied piano for 19 years, and I only changed teachers once. That was when my teacher actually told me that I had outgrown her and gave my mother recommendations for another teacher. Somehow, I just don't see that being the case with Victoria.

8 hours ago, KickPretty said:

Also, would anyone be surprised if VK replaced Melissa the Mentor in a few years?  Ugh!  From bad to worse.  

Sadly, I believe the long-term plan is for Victoria to replace Kitty as the DCC technical coach. Go ahead and get yourselves up from the floor where you collapsed laughing because I used "Victoria" and "technical coach" in the same sentence. My prediction is that Kitty will retire once Victoria has finished her DCC tenure as a cheerleader. It will be something along the lines of, "She deserves the job of technical coach because she's been preparing for this since birth."

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"It's Season 2.  Those eps aren't on Amazon and they took them off of CMT."

That was the year they took 37 and kept Loni, right?

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1 hour ago, Busy said:

Has anyone else been cut. 

Yes! Hell froze over, pigs started flying, parallel lines now intersect, teenagers across the nation put down their phones, I actually finished my shampoo and conditioner at the same time, AND... Victoria Kalina was cut from training camp.

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1 hour ago, Jennv said:

I hope Jalyn doesn’t get cut over this crap, not only because it’s unfair, but also because I am confident that VK will NEVER be able to keep the weight off and stay a Dcc. She might make it through one year, but she will gain it back and get cut at finals. Keeping weight off just gets harder with each passing year as you age. If she is having this much trouble at 18 or 19 she is going to weigh 200 lbs at 40

When Victoria gains too much weight to fit into the uniform, Kelli will make her Point and declare a new DCC tradition that Point gets a special uniform, which includes a long, flowing top. The Point girl will also be featured in her special uniform on the cover of that year's calendar.

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17 minutes ago, GuiltyJohn said:

Jalyn was seen as insulting Victoria. Victoria ran to her mom and Kelli about it. Jalyn has been in trouble ever sense. Someone asked if this was another Tara situation. I don’t think so. Tara actively complained about Victoria to someone she trusted and was stabbed in the back. Jalyn wasn’t acting maliciously or complaining. As for Heather her situation had nothing to do with Victoria so she could climb back into the graces of Kelli and Judy. You saw what happened to Tara, i expect that Jalyn will see the same fate. 

Jalyn would not have made my Top 5 but she does not deserve what is happening. 

Jalyn to Victoria: "This is a great ab exercise that really helped me to strengthen my core when I was working on my turns."

Victoria to Tina: "MOOOOMMMMMMYYYYYY! Jalyn said that my turns are horrible and that I need special exercises for my abs. She was so mean."

Tina to Kelli: "You have a toxic mean girl on your team. Jalyn was horrible to Victoria. She told her that she didn't know how to turn and no amount of abdominal exercises would ever strengthen her core because she is so fat."

Kelly to Judi: "I'm going to cut Jalyn tonight. She's causing major problems in the locker room with her mean girl statements. She's made several of our Training Camp Candidates burst out in tears".

Jalyn at home: "Alexa, play Carly Simon's "You're so vain" in honor of a certain person whose name I am not allowed to say."

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On 7/4/2019 at 9:23 AM, Jennv said:

Jalyn was my favorite rookie last year. I really hope the sg audition is covered and a reason for her not making it is given. I also hope she does not quit nor get cut from the final team.

Jalyn was my favorite rookie as well last year. Even if she had an "off" day, I will never, ever believe that she was cut from SG due to her dancing.

On 7/4/2019 at 12:08 PM, SmpIsimon said:

I'll be interested to see if they show the (undoctored) announcement of Victoria making show group.  I've been told that it was a very awkward moment with many stunned and disgusted faces.  In contrast, Victoria didn't seem the least bit surprised.

Hey Siri, set an alarm for when MTT shows an undoctored scene for the announcement of Victoria making SG. Siri replies, "Setting alarm for never."

22 hours ago, SmpIsimon said:

There's a reason Jalyn didn't make SG.  

Let me guess... She didn't kiss the ring?

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2 hours ago, Reveala said:

You may be missing two key points Shelley made: one, girls are expected to always be moving forward ("improving") and two, they shouldn't take anything for granted. 

Based on this logic, someone who is a subpar dancer could make Show Group because it doesn't take much for her to improve/move forward. Meanwhile, a great dancer has a much harder time making Show Group because her improvement will be much more subtle.

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4 minutes ago, scorpio1031 said:

Didn't Season 2's Victoria get cut for not losing the weight, even after she was told to work with Jay - which she didn't cause she felt she could do it herself.  Am I remembering that right?

Season 2 Victoria had the wrong last name to get away with disrespecting Kelli's directive on weight management.

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15 minutes ago, itme said:

happy to here that Shelly (one of the judges) said VK did well on merit. a lot can happen in a year and its great that its showing for VK. There's a lot of dances they had to do for important judges (who know their stuff) so im glad she was able to shine through and make SG #redemption

I agree that it's great to have one of the judges say VK did well in her SG audition. I disagree with the redemption hashtag. I don't view dancing well in SG audition as redemption because my disappointment in last season was less about her dancing and more about her behavior. I was appalled to see her throw Jinelle under the bus during the office meeting that was shown on MTT. No amount of great dancing for SG audition this season will compensate for bad behavior last season. 

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19 minutes ago, Tootie said:

I'm counting 17... am I missing someone??

Maddie, Heather, Gina, Amy, Tess, Lexie, Amber, Bridget, Daphne, Hannah (10)

Ashlee, Caroline, Rachel A, Rachel W, Amanda, Kelcey and Victoria (7)

Maybe the 18th spot is actually a second dance space for Victoria since she struggles with staying in her own space when she only has one?

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If Kelli and the DCC organization (as the employer) don't want a toxic environment, then perhaps they should re-think giving orders that mandate everyone on the team (the employees) to edit their communication - social media posts, conversations with family/friends, sleep talking - for the purpose of protecting one sacred TCC.

I've managed a lot of people in my adult life, including hundreds of employees in all-female gym/spa establishments, and if I had ever verbalized a requirement that everyone alter their communication to protect one singled-out employee, then I could only blame myself for the toxicity that would result.

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Not too long ago, we were discussing Jalyn as a contender for point in future years. She was in the rookie triangle, Show Group as a rookie, and a rookie who caught my eye time-and-time again. Now, we learn she didn't even make Show Group. So, unless she personally walked up to every judge and flipped them the bird during Show Group auditions, then I will not accept this decision as anything less than B.S.

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Any predictions on how long it takes for Show Group to become a One-Woman Show?

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Love, love, love Jalyn! She was one of my favorite rookies because of her dancing. These photos now show her natural beauty as well. 

Ashlee is absolutely stunning! I loved her story last season as a rookie, and I love that she brings a completely different life experience to the team.

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3 minutes ago, sleepyjean said:

LOL, I fell down the Bridget rabbit hole. Someone was asking about her age upthread, and off I went to find out. I stumbled across her mom's Facebook along the way.

(For anyone who cares, she graduated from high school in 2013, which would make her about 24 now.)

I also found an old YouTube channel of Bridget's with a handful of dance videos from her high school days. There's one called "my epic halftime fail" where she completely wipes out on the  football field in the middle of a performance. This ability to poke fun at herself is one of the reasons I'm a fan of hers.  (Along with the fact that she seems to be a joyful dancer, an animal lover, and an overall nice person.)

Thanks @sleepyjean for your stellar investigative efforts! I agree that Bridget's ability to laugh at herself just makes me love her even more. Also, regarding the age debate and leadership as discussed in other posts, I think that leaders come in all ages. Lacey was in leadership roles younger than Bridget is now. 

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There seems to be radio silence from DCC on my other favorite rookie (besides Bridget) from this last season, Jalyn. We saw nothing of Jalyn's audition solo, virtually no calendar shots, nada. Unless I missed it?  Anyone see, hear, imagine any updates on Jalyn? Bueller, Bueller, ...?

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5 hours ago, ByTor said:

Victoria didn't do competitive cheer with Samantha? 

Probably not, since competitive cheer doesn't have a lyrical category. 

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1 hour ago, ShellyB said:

They have been chosen...Lacey, Khalyn, Kelli, Tasha, Danielle, Stephanie, Nicole & Emma. #newsflash - Don’t read anything into the selections. There are specific reasons for this season of AS.  

I'm soooooooo happy to see Khalyn as an All-Star. I was sad she retired and thought we'd seen the last of her dancing. I'm thrilled she will still be around. Love the others too, and obviously Lacey is perfect for AS.

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10 hours ago, Bennie said:

Amy, Maddie, Heather, and Tess are GLs

Miranda, Lexie, Alexis, and Gina are second GLs

In that order-1,2,3,4- blondes with brunettes 

Hey Kitty Carter, how do you like them apples? 

3 hours ago, AsIf said:

I'm grateful that my 18 year old mistakes were not documented on national TV and then lambasted by social media.

"Those who live in glass houses should not throw stones" 

If an individual chooses to be filmed for national television, then that individual chooses to be critiqued, even at 18-years-old. You don't want to be "lambasted by social media," as you say? Then, stop acting like an entitled brat on national television.

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Well, I guess we know one veteran who is safe: Brennan. They couldn't possibly cut VK's boot buddy.

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5 hours ago, tteek74 said:

I’ve finally caught up.

first to clarify, Haley Anderson has Jerry Jones features, but she is not ugly. She looks better than some of these collagen lipped, overly made up, orange girls we see. I was just remarking she looks more like Jerry than her mother.  Favors would have been a better word I guess. Shoot me.

Also, say what you want about Victoria. She does look better, her hair is still a hot mess, and her dancing may have improved. I haven’t seen it. HOWEVER, the way she treated Jinelle, other TCC, and the overt favoritism and nepotism, and her LYING and still getting back into training camp and getting a Barbie show me we are due for “more of the same.” I have been on the boards for 6-7 years probably, and that was the worst situation I’ve ever seen. Chelsea got cut for saying, “the fatties are still on the team,” to her friends in the locker room. Tara got cut for being “toxic”. Olivia got cut for being “toxic.” Yet, Victoria gets away with alllll that shit and she’s a shoo-in. F me sideways; that’s not right. Sorry. 

Then Kitty. I know she knows her stuff, BUT she lost me the day she said Victoria deserved the respect to get the weight off. Oh, but all those fantastic dancers who came before her didn’t???!!! Hannah? Allie? Grace Sells? There are more I am sure.

I try not to say bad things about the girls, I really do. However, this year two concern me. I am extremely worried about Daphne and notice very few pictures of her.  The other is Victoria. I have no respect for people who lie and cheat their way through life. Even if you look like a DCC, you will never be one to me.

I won’t watch this season and I won’t attend a game while she’s on the squad (she’ll be a five year girl, point, pro bowl, I’m certain). I know I’m just one person, but I do have principles and I don’t support lying manipulators and that includes the directors and Victoria.

I understand they see her through a lens of family, but that’s the problem. K and C can’t separate “work” from “home” and its very obvious. 

I like how everyone flipped because she looks better. Tigers don’t change their stripes, y’all.

whew, I’ll shut up now. The slate isn’t wiped clean for me. Just because you lost a few pounds doesn’t make you a better person. 

Anyone who knows me on these boards knows I’m not usually like this, but I can’t with her. Beast of bethuselah is right.

Will you marry me?!?! :-))))

Move over Kitty, we have a LEGITIMATE "tell it like it is" commentator here.

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7 hours ago, nrskim said:

What was her story? I found last year's group so overwhelmingly blah that I don't remember their names let alone their stories. 

3 hours ago, veronicamers said:

As I recall, Ashlee fell in love with dance and performing at an early age through school plays. She didn't start formal classes/training until she was in high school. She then went on to attend Louisiana Tech and became the first African American captain of the dance team there. She majored in biology. Her segment had her being like "I believe I can succeed through hard work and determination. I'm proud of how far I've come!"

Ashlee's story:

Yes, everything Veronicamers listed above is correct. She majored in biology and will study pediatric physical therapy in grad school. What really moved me was on Episode 9 when Ashlee was called in to meet with K & J, she shared about how her grandmother was ill with bone cancer, entered the hospital just before she left, and then developed an infection. Ashlee was so strong as she said, "It's part of life. I just keep kicking." Then, she shared that she was living with her cousin, but would soon be without a place to live. Again, she was incredibly strong, fighting tears and smiling as she said, "I'll figure it out."

I was not particularly impressed with Kelli's response when she said, "Yes, that's a lot, but everyone in the locker room as A LOT." You mean like trying to fend-off milkshakes? Because I'm pretty sure that pales in comparison to pending homelessness. Just saying.

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4 minutes ago, DBAAT said:

Absolutely love Ashlee's costume!!!

I adore Ashlee. I was moved by her story last year (what little we heard about her), and she was so adamant about making the team due to her talent, not due to any special considerations. Hard worker, sheer talent, and class act all the way.

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1 hour ago, scorpio1031 said:

One of the gals who didn't make it to TC made a comment about how you shouldn't take it personally - could be your hair color that kept you out.  It's a dance team, not a hair color commercial.  So sick of KJC looking at that instead of how someone dances.  And if it's a problem, they have Marshall to take of it.

I'm convinced that Kelli & co. somehow believe their bouquet of hair colors equates with diversity on the squad.