2020 Auditions, Finals, and Training Camp

[go4luca]

53 minutes ago, AYTOfan said:

I also love the glamour girls, especially as point.

I'm not a pageant glam fan.  I much more prefer a pretty, approachable lady who's got great dance technique and personality.  Like Bridget.

[SmpIsimon]

12 hours ago, DCCFan2021 said:

While I'd love for this to be true, the fact that VK was the one chosen to take Gina's spot in Thunder makes me think otherwise. But if we're talking plainly, I think that VK has several things to work on before getting close to point. Dancing is definitely one. Makeup: get rid of the spider lashes, lighten up the under-eye liner, and use a more neutral lipstick. Hair: run a brush through it and smooth it out before curling, then don't backcomb and tease quite as much. She also needs to watch her figure and focus on a softer smile. Side note: even during her cameos (can't remember if it was season 13 or 14), Kelli made a point of saying that her "soft smile was pretty." So even she sees that VK's wide smile isn't very photogenic.

Yeah. While you can photoshop a picture to make her look good or, you can catch her at just the right angle, overall she’s got a look that’s hard on the eyes. And you’re right, whoever taught her to do her makeup should be ashamed of themselves. 

[UnicornKicksBack]

44 minutes ago, go4luca said:

I'm not a pageant glam fan.  I much more prefer a pretty, approachable lady who's got great dance technique and personality.  Like Bridget.

Same! I am so glad Bridget left with grace instead of staying and passing out again, going too far with procedures, etc. but damn wish she’d been point. 

[Isolabella]

22 hours ago, SmpIsimon said:

Kelli doesn't think Gina is pretty enough to be point (it's the same thing that held Jinelle back in the triangle).

But she thought Jenn A. was? 🤔

[raindancer]

I'd love to see Ashlee at point eventually....she looks like the perfect glam girl next door, and it seems like she keeps her head under pressure and has the kinds of leadership qualities that would be ideal for point.

[Weeklydcc]

20 hours ago, vivianspoetry said:

I was just going to say this. The girls are already getting cheated, just like everyone else, because of the circumstances surrounding this year. The show not airing won’t affect their experience. Some of the veterans may even decide things are easier without the cameras. 
 

I do hope the show airs. I am still a fan. I have enjoyed this forum because it has enhanced my knowledge of the team and process, which has made the show even more enjoyable. I think for all the negative stuff I read about here, there are many more positive things going on. 

Great post.  Took the words outta my mouth. 

[AYTOfan]

31 minutes ago, DCCFanatic82 said:

I might be in the minority, but I really like it with two up front.

I liked it too, especially seeing Ashton as one of the 2, I wish she stayed longer and becoming point her 5th season

1 hour ago, go4luca said:

I'm not a pageant glam fan.  I much more prefer a pretty, approachable lady who's got great dance technique and personality.  Like Bridget.

I think I worded my post wrong, I should have used the term "eyecatcher" instead of glamour as eyecatcher is wider too see. My personal favourite DCC is Danielle and would have loved to see her as point (even tho she wasn't the strongest dancer). I found her eyecatching. (Beautiful and naturel)

[go4luca]

7 minutes ago, AYTOfan said:

I think I worded my post wrong, I should have used the term "eyecatcher" instead of glamour as eyecatcher is wider too see. My personal favourite DCC is Danielle and would have loved to see her as point (even tho she wasn't the strongest dancer). I found her eyecatching. (Beautiful and naturel)

Danielle was indeed very pretty.  She looked great on the opening video played on the jumbo screen.

[lizbiz06]

On 8/17/2020 at 12:33 AM, 123brook said:

It’s been verified that Kelly long was cut

This is makes me so upset because there's a video of her (pre-training camp) doing Thunderstruck and she's incredible.

[parrotfeathers]

3 hours ago, Blue hues said:

Wonder about squad photo this year,,,  who will be up front, or will any be moved back?  Please, no vacant smiles in the front!  {Rachel W)

Rachel W is just stunningly beautiful.  DCC is fortunate to have her I think.

[SmpIsimon]

1 hour ago, parrotfeathers said:

Rachel W is just stunningly beautiful.  DCC is fortunate to have her I think.

I disagree. Her intolerant homophobic views hurt the organization.  

Edited September 5, 2020 by SmpIsimon

[Holly85]

Sydney’s boo got cut from the team !! He didn’t make the final 53 man roster 

Edited September 5, 2020 by Holly85
Added something

[AYTOfan]

17 minutes ago, SmpIsimon said:

I disagree. Her intolerant homophobic views hurt the organization.  

Doesn't really seem like it is hurting the organisation lol

[PicnicLife77]

Danielle didn't do much for me. I know this is mean, but her face/head looked way too big.

[Jennv]

35 minutes ago, abracadabra said:

Danielle didn't do much for me. I know this is mean, but her face/head looked way too big.

Lol, same here.

[AYTOfan]

Danielle is my fave DCC 🙈👀

[SmpIsimon]

53 minutes ago, AYTOfan said:

Doesn't really seem like it is hurting the organisation lol

I’m sure that’s true for many, but for those who find her views repugnant, it undermines the integrity of the organization that they’d use her as an ambassador for the brand. 

Just now, AYTOfan said:

Danielle is my fave DCC 🙈👀

I agree. I loved her and miss her!

 

Can someone help Lisa find her neck? She looks like an evil hobbit. 

[AYTOfan]

1 minute ago, SmpIsimon said:

I’m sure that’s true for many, but for those who find her views repugnant, it undermines the integrity of the organization that they’d use her as an ambassador for the brand. 

I agree. I loved her and miss her!

I miss so many of that rookie class honestly. Danielle, Kinzie, Jacie, Jordan, Jennifer Colvin, Jenna, Jessica, Kelsey B, even Jasmine who seemed a very good teammate

[Pau84]

16 minutes ago, AYTOfan said:

Danielle is my fave DCC 🙈👀

Danielle is my number 1 too!

[pinkandsparkly13]

26 minutes ago, SmpIsimon said:

I’m sure that’s true for many, but for those who find her views repugnant, it undermines the integrity of the organization that they’d use her as an ambassador for the brand. 

I agree. I loved her and miss her!

 

Can someone help Lisa find her neck? She looks like an evil hobbit. 

Yeesh! Lol that's not a good pic. 

[EricaShadows]

1 hour ago, Holly85 said:

Sydney’s boo got cut from the team !! He didn’t make the final 53 man roster 

Well, THAT'S got to be awkward, especially since she left the Falcons for him and without a commitment from him.  I wonder if she'll follow him should he go somewhere else.  I wonder how Sydney quitting the squad will play with Kelli and Charlotte should she "follow him wherever he may go" (and yes, I sang that phrase as I typed it).

 

Edited September 5, 2020 by EricaShadows

[SmpIsimon]

37 minutes ago, AYTOfan said:

I miss so many of that rookie class honestly. Danielle, Kinzie, Jacie, Jordan, Jennifer Colvin, Jenna, Jessica, Kelsey B, even Jasmine who seemed a very good teammate

Agree!  That was the "golden age" of MTT -- before it became all about BS reality show drama.

Actually, I think Chelsea's surprise cut was the first example of reality BS.  However, she was also a poor dancer who I thought should never have made it to begin with (she also seemed like a Marissa -- someone who is all about the attention). But the way in which she was cut seemed orchestrated to enhance the drama of it all.

Edited September 5, 2020 by SmpIsimon

[dbell1]

Is Lisa trolling us with the photos or is she in training to be an MMA fighter?

[SmpIsimon]

2 minutes ago, dbell1 said:

Is Lisa trolling us with the photos or is she in training to be an MMA fighter?

Yeah, I can't believe she is serious.  Those are ridiculously bad.

[JarlenaFan2024]

1 hour ago, SmpIsimon said:

Actually, I think Chelsea's surprise cut was the first example of reality BS.  

You don't think she deserved to be cut for her "explosion in the locker room"?  Notice that she's the only one mouthing off and all the rest of the vets that were called in were seen crying.

Edited September 6, 2020 by BluegrassDCCFan
Added something.

[JarlenaFan2024]

RE the Chelsea situation:   Wonder if Kitty showing up outside when she did was a "setup" by CMT/TPTB?

[aeroluv327]

2 hours ago, AYTOfan said:

I miss so many of that rookie class honestly. Danielle, Kinzie, Jacie, Jordan, Jennifer Colvin, Jenna, Jessica, Kelsey B, even Jasmine who seemed a very good teammate

That was a good group!  I liked the rookie class right before that, too (I'm watching it on Pluto now).  Holly Arielle (who would go on to be point), Emma (who would be a longtime All Star), MaKenzie Lee, Brittany Schram, Aussie Angela, Courtney Cook, Amber Lea.

[Mabinogia]

2 minutes ago, BluegrassDCCFan said:

RE the Chelsea situation:   Wonder if Kitty showing up outside when she did was a "setup" by CMT/TPTB?

That bit always did feel "staged" to me. I feel that production probably witnessed the Chelsea "joking" stuff and told Kelli about it and they sent Kitty to get Chelsea to come in for the one on one. I do 100% think Chelsea was in this for the attention/to be a 'star' more than to be a cheerleader so it worked in her favor in that it made her memorable when I think, if not for that, she would be one of the blended/forgotten. So yeah, I think parts of it were staged for reality because I think Chelsea was more interested in being on a reality show than being on the team so she would certainly have played along. 

[JarlenaFan2024]

1 minute ago, Mabinogia said:

I think Chelsea was more interested in being on a reality show than being on the team so she would certainly have played along. 

 Hmmm her cut scene looked like she was genuinely heartbroken at her cut....unless she's an awful damn good actress

[aeroluv327]

1 minute ago, Mabinogia said:

That bit always did feel "staged" to me. I feel that production probably witnessed the Chelsea "joking" stuff and told Kelli about it and they sent Kitty to get Chelsea to come in for the one on one. I do 100% think Chelsea was in this for the attention/to be a 'star' more than to be a cheerleader so it worked in her favor in that it made her memorable when I think, if not for that, she would be one of the blended/forgotten. So yeah, I think parts of it were staged for reality because I think Chelsea was more interested in being on a reality show than being on the team so she would certainly have played along. 

I always got that feeling from Chelsea, tbh.  Which is too bad, because she really was a cute dancer.

[JarlenaFan2024]

On 9/2/2020 at 11:29 PM, sugarplum said:

Is this the one you are referring to?

*not sure why the thumbnail is Kelli with Queen’s star...that definitely isn’t what is linked or what comes up when you hit play. 😂

Willing to be this is an "unpopular opinion" but that's actually not half bad!!!  Was Kelli on Show Group during her time as a DCC?

[Sister Tab]

46 minutes ago, BluegrassDCCFan said:

Willing to be this is an "unpopular opinion" but that's actually not half bad!!!  Was Kelli on Show Group during her time as a DCC?

I agree. She would sound even better in a key more suited to her vocal range.

[hannahbanana]

3 hours ago, SmpIsimon said:

Can someone help Lisa find her neck? She looks like an evil hobbit. 

She needs a new expression. That "I'm so fierce, I'll beat you down & bite your nose off" look is just not attractive -- and getting really old. All her pics are looking the same/giving the same vibe -- and it's not good.

[methadonna]

52 minutes ago, BluegrassDCCFan said:

Willing to be this is an "unpopular opinion" but that's actually not half bad!!!  Was Kelli on Show Group during her time as a DCC?

I don't think it's so unpopular. Not only was she on show group, but, iirc, she was also a music major (instrumental) of some sort in college. Or maybe I made that up and it was marching band in high school. Whatever it was, I remember thinking it was interesting because it didn't seem like she had a strong dance background but something that required and built on a strong sense of musicality, rhythm, and movement. She had a few rough notes, but mostly I thought she had a lovely, effortless sound (and, as we still haven't recovered from the effects of Annie and American Idol, where loud is better than good, I'll take not making my ears bleed and not trying to blow the roof off with the power of your tone-deaf big voice any day (looking at you America's Got Little Vocal Talent).

Edited September 6, 2020 by methadonna
ETA @SisterTab - I actually assumed that's why she was telling her [husband?] that's why she needed him to learn to play it on piano, so he could play it in a more appropriate key!

[scorpio1031]

3 hours ago, EricaShadows said:

should she "follow him wherever he may go" (and yes, I sang that phrase as I typed it).

Watched Peggy March sing that on a PBS concert tonight:)  

1 hour ago, Mabinogia said:

So yeah, I think parts of it were staged for reality because I think Chelsea was more interested in being on a reality show than being on the team so she would certainly have played along

I felt bad for the other girls.  I don't think they were expecting Chelsea to play to the camera like that

5 minutes ago, hannahbanana said:

She needs a new expression.

Prune is taken

4 minutes ago, methadonna said:

Not only was she on show group, but, iirc, she was also a music major (instrumental) of some sort in college. Or maybe I made that up and it was marching band in high school.

Drum major for her high school marching band which is why she is so strict about lines.  

[SmpIsimon]

19 minutes ago, scorpio1031 said:Prune is taken

Prune is taken.  

😂

[Weeklydcc]

10 hours ago, Blue hues said:

Wonder about squad photo this year,,,  who will be up front, or will any be moved back?  Please, no vacant smiles in the front!  {Rachel W)

Do they have to social distance in the photo?  I know they all tested negative, but wearing masks and social distancing are required in any so-called safe environment.  It will be interesting to see.

[SmpIsimon]

46 minutes ago, hannahbanana said:

She needs a new expression. That "I'm so fierce, I'll beat you down & bite your nose off" look is just not attractive -- and getting really old. All her pics are looking the same/giving the same vibe -- and it's not good.

She needs a NECK! When you’re short and squaty, you don’t pose for photos with your chin down. 

[Weeklydcc]

5 hours ago, Holly85 said:

Sydney’s boo got cut from the team !! He didn’t make the final 53 man roster 

You beat me to it.  What will Sydney do now?  We're about to find out if she was just following him or really wants to be a DCC.  He could make the practice squad, though.

[Holly85]

4 minutes ago, Weeklydcc said:

You beat me to it.  What will Sydney do now?  We're about to find out if she was just following him or really wants to be a DCC.  He could make the practice squad, though.

Yeah that could happen as early as towmrow 

[Laurawithcats]

No spoiler. Couldn't figure out how to remove spoiler. Accidentally tapped it. Sorry. 

Spoiler

 

 

I will never accept that Lisa is still on the team and Hannah was cut. This is not an attractive picture.

Edited September 6, 2020 by Laurawithcats

[Holly85]

7 minutes ago, Laurawithcats said:

No spoiler. Couldn't figure out how to remove spoiler. Accidentally tapped it. Sorry. 

  Reveal spoiler

 

 

I will never accept that Lisa is still on the team and Hannah was cut. This is not an attractive picture.

Hannah spoke up abt concerns Lisa didn’t 

[kalibean]

I like the bright smile better than the whip your ass doom face she’s got going in those other pics, tho! 
 

What did Kelly ask Loren? If she had a catalog of expressions? Just a pleasant smile, please! 

[loveaux]

5 hours ago, Holly85 said:

Sydney’s boo got cut from the team !! He didn’t make the final 53 man roster 

and that's what ha ass get!!

 

also Lisa looks like some kind of creature-demon-thing you'd see at the bottom of your bed in an episode of sleep paralysis.

[Laurawithcats]

10 minutes ago, kalibean said:

I like the bright smile better than the whip your ass doom face she’s got going in those other pics, tho! 
 

What did Kelly ask Loren? If she had a catalog of expressions? Just a pleasant smile, please! 

Her smile is the only thing acceptable in that picture. She looks like she's a contestant in a body building competition, not teaching a dance class or whatever the picture is for. She doesn't look like a dcc to me. 

[Holly85]

15 minutes ago, loveaux said:

and that's what ha ass get!!

 

also Lisa looks like some kind of creature-demon-thing you'd see at the bottom of your bed in an episode of sleep paralysis.

Lol 😂 we will see if he gets signed to tbe practice squad lol 

[methadonna]

1 hour ago, hannahbanana said:

She needs a new expression. That "I'm so fierce, I'll beat you down & bite your nose off" look is just not attractive -- and getting really old. All her pics are looking the same/giving the same vibe -- and it's not good.

I think you guys are being way too harsh about this.

I feel like this would be the perfect profile pic for her page on the prisonpenpals.com site, and I have complete faith that at least six creepy guys would put money on her books in return for nothing more than an exchange of scintillating conversation and a promise of engagement and conjugal visits upon her release to a halfway house in their home states. Especially if they believed the image was taken while incarcerated, with make-up luuk created by commisary pencils and flavorade and wardrobe designed by destroying state property, ill-advised cutouts explained by their being cut with a toothbrush fashioned into a sharp, hardened point. (ObTopic: "Hardened point" is a likely descriptor of the next triangle lead position. Sharp, not so much).

[Laurawithcats]

11 hours ago, methadonna said:

I think you guys are being way too harsh about this.

I feel like this would be the perfect profile pic for her page on the prisonpenpals.com site, and I have complete faith that at least six creepy guys would put money on her books in return for nothing more than an exchange of scintillating conversation and a promise of engagement and conjugal visits upon her release to a halfway house in their home states. Especially if they believed the image was taken while incarcerated, with make-up luuk created by commisary pencils and flavorade and wardrobe designed by destroying state property, ill-advised cutouts explained by their being cut with a toothbrush fashioned into a sharp, hardened point. (ObTopic: "Hardened point" is a likely descriptor of the next triangle lead position. Sharp, not so much).

😂😂🏆👏👏

Edited September 6, 2020 by Laurawithcats

[Deweymom]

Wonder if Rachel W got that Freddie  was gay and she was enjoying Queen's music? 🤣😂  I think they should pan to her everytime there's a guest choreographer!  I'm guessing their openness bothers her🤣. Wonder if she's way in the back with the group pics...

[JC123]

Sooo I didn’t bother getting invested with TCCs or the process this year as I (naively) thought they’d want an easy training camp/drama free process and cuts etc would be harder to follow. I stand corrected 🤣 just caught up and it seems the whole thing has gone to hell in a handbasket!