2021 Auditions, Finals, and Training Camp

[Holly85]

Just now, sATL said:

so all of DCC went to canton, to dance ? not just showgroup ?

The whole veteran squad 

[Weeklydcc]

45 minutes ago, sATL said:

show group has always been this big - in number ? If not - whom are the extra's chaperones, hair, makeup staff ?

Glad the DCC had a good time in going - but I can't figure out why or what led into the decision that the cowboys vs. steelers were the 2 teams chosen to play... I don't think the HOF inductees played on either team

Are you serious?  Three Cowboys and several Steelers were inducted this weekend. 

[MC123]

Okay so I'm making predictions for which group the Vets are in based on videos from HOF and the fact it makes practical sense for them to be dancing in their groups. Please note, I know that pictures from Oxnard have Amber in Group 3 and Erin in Group 2 but based on the videos it looks like they have switched? 

Group 1: Lexie, Ashlee, Chandi, Elli, Jessica, Marissa

Group 2: Gina, Amber, Madeline, Armani, Claire

Group 3: Rachel, Erin, Kristen, Dani, Darian, Mckenzie

Group 4: Caroline, Jalyn, Taylor, Kat, Kelcey, Jada

Kat and Dani might be wrong as they are splitting the group leaders in their row at HOF so could be in either of them 

 

Edited August 8, 2021 by MegzClarkie

[Weeklydcc]

57 minutes ago, Cj1 said:

Gina could just be naturally thin. I am so happy she is point!

Good for her as point, but there's nothing natural about how she looks.

[sATL]

41 minutes ago, Weeklydcc said:

Are you serious?  Three Cowboys and several Steelers were inducted this weekend. 

Yes. I am serious. I am talking about the class of 2021. Since the class of 2020 was the 100th year special class, that included a wider list of players & teams in the league.

Yes - there was someone from each team, that played in the game but it could have very well have been other teams too.

Edited August 8, 2021 by sATL

[DCC.Style.fan]

I know Amanda walked away from the team, does anyone know who the other vet was?   Personally I disagree with these vaccinations being forced on people because of how new they are and this is my opinion for the citizens of United States as a whole. However,  I understand the mandates for team participation considering the amount of travel they do and the close contact, one infected person could affect the entire team.  I don't personally agree with general mandates but if I were on the squad I would get it.

[Domino9062]

28 minutes ago, sATL said:

Yes. I am serious. I am talking about the class of 2021. Since the class of 2020 was the 100th year special class, that included a wider list of players & teams in the league.

Yes - there was someone from each team, that played in the game but it could have very well have been other teams too.

Due to COVID the 2020 game was not played and those individuals were not formally honored. That was pushed to this year. The 2020 class includes Bill Cower (Former Steeler Coach) and Johnson (Former Cowboy Coach) which is most likely why the teams were chosen. 

[Holly85]

6 minutes ago, DCC.Style.fan said:

I know Amanda walked away from the team, does anyone know who the other vet was?   Personally I disagree with these vaccinations being forced on people because of how new they are and this is my opinion for the citizens of United States as a whole. However,  I understand the mandates for team participation considering the amount of travel they do and the close contact, one infected person could affect the entire team.  I don't personally agree with general mandates but if I were on the squad I would get it.

It was Amanda daphne alora and Lisa that are gone 

[LilyD]

14 hours ago, Pau84 said:

Even if Gina is photoshopping everything, there still is a problem in that in her mind if this is what looks good to her.

With eating disorders, the patient's perception of their body image is completely out of tune with reality. We see ribs, they 'see' more fat that needs to go. .  No matter how skinny you are. There's always more 'fat' to be found that needs to go. You can try to confront them in front of a mirror or with pictures, but they will not see it.

Treatment is so difficult because you're always on opposite sides: The patient is convinced they are fat but doing great in getting it off and the family/friends are convinced that he/she is emaciated and could potentially die. There is no middle ground to meet and professional psychological help is needed to change your own perception and eating habits. Even then, it's not always successful with plenty of cases of people who have literally starved themselves to death. I should probably add that while it's more common in girls, boys can, and do, suffer from this as well.

[lctheobald]

2 hours ago, Cj1 said:

Gina could just be naturally thin. I am so happy she is point!

Naturally thin cool.  Taking photos posted on DCC SM and photoshopping yourself even smaller to post on your SM, big issue that says not all natural ly skinny. 

[TB12]

1 hour ago, Domino9062 said:

Due to COVID the 2020 game was not played and those individuals were not formally honored. That was pushed to this year. The 2020 class includes Bill Cower (Former Steeler Coach) and Johnson (Former Cowboy Coach) which is most likely why the teams were chosen. 

Fun fact I have such a crush on Bill Cowher! He’s not conventionally attractive but there’s something about Bill… 

[kalibean]

I’m not sure what “natural” even means in this context. At the end of the day it’s calories in versus calories burned. I think the majority of healthy, thin people have found a way to get the nutrition needed for their activity level. Many eat too much nutrition for their activity, some of us (me, I mean me) get waaaaay too much for their activity level.  Some don’t get enough. Gina is visually underweight, and needs to adjust her nutrition accordingly so she’s hitting weight maintenance and then some. 
 

I was hoping this was a temporary thing the way many DCC accidentally find a ten pound gain and then readjust. I think it’s easy to get caught up in life and find yourself not at your best. Gina is not currently at her best. 
 

They legit need a registered dietician on staff. I’m sure the players have at least one (probably several…many need to bulk or slim down from the off season) and would love to see more than a ten minute segment dedicated to proper nutrition, cooking healthy meals, meal prep to help during peak rehearsal times like Training Camp, etc. 

I would love to normalize healthy goods and good nutrition conversations. Every year we hear about weight gain, let’s talk about building muscle, bring back the power squad, etc. 

[MadHatter]

1 hour ago, kalibean said:

I’m not sure what “natural” even means in this context. At the end of the day it’s calories in versus calories burned. I think the majority of healthy, thin people have found a way to get the nutrition needed for their activity level. Many eat too much nutrition for their activity, some of us (me, I mean me) get waaaaay too much for their activity level.  Some don’t get enough. Gina is visually underweight, and needs to adjust her nutrition accordingly so she’s hitting weight maintenance and then some. 
 

I was hoping this was a temporary thing the way many DCC accidentally find a ten pound gain and then readjust. I think it’s easy to get caught up in life and find yourself not at your best. Gina is not currently at her best. 
 

They legit need a registered dietician on staff. I’m sure the players have at least one (probably several…many need to bulk or slim down from the off season) and would love to see more than a ten minute segment dedicated to proper nutrition, cooking healthy meals, meal prep to help during peak rehearsal times like Training Camp, etc. 

I would love to normalize healthy goods and good nutrition conversations. Every year we hear about weight gain, let’s talk about building muscle, bring back the power squad, etc. 

I remember that one year they had a segment with Jay on healthy cooking, and they used to do ads for Dallas Prep Kitchen. It seems like they do have those resources available, dietician and trainer wise, but it's not required that the cheerleaders use them unless TPTB bring it up with a cheerleader in an office visit.

 

I personally wouldn't go as far as to say Gina has an eating disorder or body dysmorphia disorder. As someone who's suffered from both, that's not something you can really diagnose from a picture, and undereating isn't necessarily an eating disorder. You can have a healthy relationship with food and think you're eating enough, then find that that's not the case. To me, that's vastly different than purposefully restricting your calories in an effort to get lean.

 

I will say, though, that I wish TPTB would reconsider Gina's point position. The woman has definitely earned it, but putting someone with her body type front and center doesn't sit right with me. It bothers me that they post her all over their social media, too. It, to me, seems like they're promoting an unhealthy body type. But that's just me. They must see it differently.

[PepperM]

On 8/7/2021 at 2:25 PM, Manc.UK.DCCfan said:

Not sure if this has been answered for you.

 

but Alora resigned, she’s flown somewhere for an audition. Also as I think you’ve seen Lisa apparently has an injury and is now also out. Lemonbus posted a couple pages back too confirming who GLs and seconds are along with points x

Thank you!! I missed a lot while I was gone and didn’t have the spoons to catch up. Very excited about Caroline as a GL! Sad for Erin not making show group and Lisa having to bow out for injury 😓

[forumborum]

2 hours ago, lctheobald said:

Naturally thin cool.  Taking photos posted on DCC SM and photoshopping yourself even smaller to post on your SM, big issue that says not all natural ly skinny. 

Even in the DCC PLATFORMS she is tiny.  

[forumborum]

On 8/7/2021 at 1:25 PM, Manc.UK.DCCfan said:

Not sure if this has been answered for you.

 

but Alora resigned, she’s flown somewhere for an audition. Also as I think you’ve seen Lisa apparently has an injury and is now also out. Lemonbus posted a couple pages back too confirming who GLs and seconds are along with points x

Love the word “apparent” as it holds truth with Lisa.  Question is if the injury “appeared” with the timing of Show Group or Group Leader choosing, especially with VK out of the mix since Lisa was  a VK suck up 

[KickBallFall]

6 hours ago, TB12 said:

They must've deleted the tweet, was it bad? The poor girl I wish she'd realize she's more than skin and bones she's an amazing dancer... but you're spot on, with well she has stamina, sigh...

It still shows for me so I grabbed the photos. I do love her dancing, but it’s getting hard to watch. 

[forumborum]

38 minutes ago, KickBallFall said:

It still shows for me so I grabbed the photos. I do love her dancing, but it’s getting hard to watch. 

I will say even Rachel and Caroline  looks “fluffy” next to her.  These are DCC photos so she did not photo show them. 

[Erinbridget]

6 hours ago, LilyD said:

With eating disorders, the patient's perception of their body image is completely out of tune with reality. We see ribs, they 'see' more fat that needs to go. .  No matter how skinny you are. There's always more 'fat' to be found that needs to go. You can try to confront them in front of a mirror or with pictures, but they will not see it.

Treatment is so difficult because you're always on opposite sides: The patient is convinced they are fat but doing great in getting it off and the family/friends are convinced that he/she is emaciated and could potentially die. There is no middle ground to meet and professional psychological help is needed to change your own perception and eating habits. Even then, it's not always successful with plenty of cases of people who have literally starved themselves to death. I should probably add that while it's more common in girls, boys can, and do, suffer from this as well.

thank you for this. I've been wanting to speak on it for a while when everyone was making assumptions about Gina. this was perfectly worded.

[ShutterbugCAM]

This was posted from the @DCCheerleaders Instagram (stories) the day of the HoF Game. I doubt they photoshopped her, and am sure the only thing they edited was the little sparkle effects. This is just really her.
 

I won't share any opinion of how I think she looks, as I think all of these girls get their looks picked apart enough by TPTB on a daily basis. I just want her to be fully healthy no matter what. Mentally and Physically. That's all that matters to me.

Edited August 9, 2021 by ShutterbugCAM

[Pau84]

45 minutes ago, ShutterbugCAM said:

This was posted from the @DCCheerleaders Instagram (stories) the day of the HoF Game. I doubt they photoshopped her, and am sure the only thing they edited was the little sparkle effects. This is just really her.
 

I won't share any opinion of how I think she looks, as I think all of these girls get their looks picked apart enough by TPTB on a daily basis. I just want her to be fully healthy no matter what. Mentally and Physically. That's all that matters to me.

I agree.

You were also right when you predicted the Steelers would win against the Cowboys!

[KickBallFall]

7 hours ago, forumborum said:

I will say even Rachel and Caroline  looks “fluffy” next to her.  These are DCC photos so she did not photo show them. 

Exactly my thoughts. And I just can’t reconcile that in my mind with the whole “role models for young girls everywhere” that Kelly likes to preach about. 

[perrie97]

4 hours ago, ShutterbugCAM said:

This was posted from the @DCCheerleaders Instagram (stories) the day of the HoF Game. I doubt they photoshopped her, and am sure the only thing they edited was the little sparkle effects. This is just really her.
 

I won't share any opinion of how I think she looks, as I think all of these girls get their looks picked apart enough by TPTB on a daily basis. I just want her to be fully healthy no matter what. Mentally and Physically. That's all that matters to me.

some people do have medical conditions that mean they struggle to put on weight. Some people also look a certain in certain areas of their body all their lives. I won’t be more specific for this reason- if Gina does have an eating disorder, probably best to refrain posting things that are hyper focused on specific aspects of body, as she may well read them and it could be detrimental to her health. In general, I think it’s good to be mindful of what is posted on the internet about DCCs bodies, as you never know what people are going through. 
I have mixed feelings about Gina being point. An eating disorder or a medical condition are not choices, so if Gina does have either, I would hate for her to miss out on point for things like those beyond her control, since her dancing is up to it. However I understand people’s concerns as she is in the “public eye” to a degree and many young girls look up to her who may see her body type and feel inadvertently pressured to look a certain way. I don’t have a solution. I hope Gina is mentally and physically well. 

[vanillagum]

1 hour ago, perrie97 said:

some people do have medical conditions that mean they struggle to put on weight. Some people also look a certain in certain areas of their body all their lives. I won’t be more specific for this reason- if Gina does have an eating disorder,

I mean, doesn't she look REALLY different from how she did her rookie season (season 12)? As in, she looked perfectly healthy and like a standard DCC + not underweight there?

Either way, I feel bad. I can imagine the pressure that comes from being a DCC and feeling like you have to be the skinniest, prettiest girl ever...how exhausting. I'm sure some are more susceptible than others. And Gina seems like a perfectionist type

[Jess14]

2 hours ago, vanillagum said:

I mean, doesn't she look REALLY different from how she did her rookie season (season 12)? As in, she looked perfectly healthy and like a standard DCC + not underweight there?

Either way, I feel bad. I can imagine the pressure that comes from being a DCC and feeling like you have to be the skinniest, prettiest girl ever...how exhausting. I'm sure some are more susceptible than others. And Gina seems like a perfectionist type

https://www.instagram.com/p/BlWvWv9lujT/?utm_medium=copy_link

Here is a 2018 post from the DCCs featuring her. And yes, she looks significantly different. It’s unfortunate, and I hate to speculate, but when Caroline and Rachel suddenly look fluffy standing next to her, it’s hard to think that there isn’t a problem. I just hope that if there is one, she is getting the support and help that she needs. 

[Holly85]

Alora is leaving New York looks like she was just there visiting 

[Weeklydcc]

58 minutes ago, Jess14 said:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BlWvWv9lujT/?utm_medium=copy_link

Here is a 2018 post from the DCCs featuring her. And yes, she looks significantly different. It’s unfortunate, and I hate to speculate, but when Caroline and Rachel suddenly look fluffy standing next to her, it’s hard to think that there isn’t a problem. I just hope that if there is one, she is getting the support and help that she needs. 

Gina looked great here.

[jcl827]

1 hour ago, Holly85 said:

Alora is leaving New York looks like she was just there visiting 

I personally think that she was in town for Rockette auditions. I find it had to believe her visit just so happened to line up perfectly for Rockette auditions. It would also make sense as to why she quit so suddenly. 

[Holly85]

9 minutes ago, jcl827 said:

I personally think that she was in town for Rockette auditions. I find it had to believe her visit just so happened to line up perfectly for Rockette auditions. It would also make sense as to why she quit so suddenly. 

Her boyfriend lives there in New York also I can’t find anything saying rockettes Auditions was this month only thing I could find was for September 

Edited August 9, 2021 by Holly85

[jcl827]

6 minutes ago, Holly85 said:

Her boyfriend lives there in New York 

Oh I know, but I still think it because she was so panicked about her suitcase possibly not making it to NY due her original flight being cancelled and when it did she thanked the dance gods as if the reason for her flying to NY was an audition. Just my thoughts as to why she might quit training camp so suddenly 🤷🏻‍♀️

[evasworld123]

21 minutes ago, KnyghtRyder said:

 

Agreed! She looks amazing here. This is the Gina I want to see again! 

I get wanting to be the best (physically) that you can possibly be. But how she looks now just isn’t natural looking. So every comment about “maybe she is just that thin” doesn’t make sense. Especially since we see old pictures of Gina looking healthy and toned from only 2-3 years ago.  Almost no one looks like that naturalIy. They look like that through hard work and strict diets (and most that I know that follow that regimen are doing fitness model competitions, but they aren’t like that all of the time, just when they are training to compete). I do think Gina works her ass off to get that sinewy, hard look, and her dedication is admirable. 

The problem is that, in my opinion, it just doesn’t look attractive. I’d much rather watch Lexie, Ashlee, or Amber. 

Gina’s figure was amazing her rookie year! I remember her uniform fitting specifically Kelli complimented her ‘shelf’ (ie adorable butt in the uniform) and Gina commented she did a lot of squats to get it there. I guess I’m just confused why she felt compelled to alter her physique so much, but I can imagine being around a bunch of stick figure girls 24/7 could potentially warp your confidence.

I also remember her coming back her second year much thinner and Charlotte said ‘she looks amazing.’ I wonder if that encouraged her in the wrong direction, kinda like how Christina got her breasts done right after Kelli said she had ‘no figure’ on national television. 

I’m proud of Gina’s character and her getting point. Her performance level is so fun to watch. But like everyone else I hope things behind the scenes are okay mental health wise.

I always lose weight after a break up, and I believe she had that happen in the last year as well. Sending good vibes her way. 

Edited August 9, 2021 by evasworld123

[suzo]

Kat making showgroup has cemented my decision not to watch this season. Just confirms it's no longer about the dancing. At this rate she will probably be a group leader and point / in the triangle next year. Sigh.

[Holly85]

4 minutes ago, suzo said:

Kat making showgroup has cemented my decision not to watch this season. Just confirms it's no longer about the dancing. At this rate she will probably be a group leader and point / in the triangle next year. Sigh.

Just bc she made showgroup doesn’t mean they will all dance sometimes shows only want to hire so many of the girls to come 

[suzo]

10 minutes ago, Holly85 said:

Just bc she made showgroup doesn’t mean they will all dance sometimes shows only want to hire so many of the girls to come 

It's just the premise of they're the "best of the best" whether that's dance / ambassador wise. I just don't get it. Maybe still salty about Hannah and Brennan etc. but I just don't think I can face all the camera time Kat is going to get. I'm genuinely still surprised she made it to training cap her rookie year

[Holly85]

4 minutes ago, suzo said:

It's just the premise of they're the "best of the best" whether that's dance / ambassador wise. I just don't get it. Maybe still salty about Hannah and Brennan etc. but I just don't think I can face all the camera time Kat is going to get. I'm genuinely still surprised she made it to training cap her rookie year

Maybe she won’t get any air time as they don’t announce everyone who makes show group maybe she will just be standing there 

[Christineelgene]

1 hour ago, jcl827 said:

Oh I know, but I still think it because she was so panicked about her suitcase possibly not making it to NY due her original flight being cancelled and when it did she thanked the dance gods as if the reason for her flying to NY was an audition. Just my thoughts as to why she might quit training camp so suddenly 🤷🏻‍♀️

Before she left Dallas she posted a pic of her tap shoes and practice board.  I am pretty sure she went to NYC for the Rockettes, or some other audition(s).  

[Holly85]

Just now, Christineelgene said:

Before she left Dallas she posted a pic of her tap shoes and practice board.  I am pretty sure she went to NYC for the Rockettes, or some other audition(s).  

I think it might of been for something else I can’t find anything rockettes audition wise except for in September 

[Manc.UK.DCCfan]

Isn’t this where the DCC go for recovery? Could this mean she made it?! 🤞🏻

[Holly85]

Just now, Manc.UK.DCCfan said:

Isn’t this where the DCC go for recovery? Could this mean she made it?! 🤞🏻

Yes that’s were they all go to 

[Manc.UK.DCCfan]

1 hour ago, jcl827 said:

Oh I know, but I still think it because she was so panicked about her suitcase possibly not making it to NY due her original flight being cancelled and when it did she thanked the dance gods as if the reason for her flying to NY was an audition. Just my thoughts as to why she might quit training camp so suddenly 🤷🏻‍♀️

I agree with you and think it makes complete sense 

[TB12]

36 minutes ago, Holly85 said:

Maybe she won’t get any air time as they don’t announce everyone who makes show group maybe she will just be standing there 

Hahahaha Kat won't get any screen time, they LOVE her & her goofy personality.  I agree with @suzo I don't think Kat should've made Show Group especially bc its been jammed down our throats SG dancers are the cream of the crop, Kat is not. Her personality to me is an ambassador risk it's not cute I find her exhausting and frankly seeing a pic of her from Canton she's prob overdue for a new wig that one looked tired...

[jcl827]

18 minutes ago, Holly85 said:

I think it might of been for something else I can’t find anything rockettes audition wise except for in September 

I live in NYC and Aside from DCC, I also follow the Rockettes. I love seeing their behind the scene POV of the spectacular every year. Veterans auditioned last week over 2 days. The first day was the day Alora arrived in NYC and the second day I never found a group picture of to confirm if she was there. I’d bet she was though and that is why she quit DCC. 
 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CSFg55XreC5/?utm_medium=copy_link

[Holly85]

2 minutes ago, TB12 said:

Hahahaha Kat won't get any screen time, they LOVE her & her goofy personality.  I agree with @suzo I don't think Kat should've made Show Group especially bc its been jammed down our throats SG dancers are the cream of the crop, Kat is not. Her personality to me is an ambassador risk it's not cute I find her exhausting and frankly seeing a pic of her from Canton she's prob overdue for a new wig that one looked tired...

Ok 

[Holly85]

Just now, jcl827 said:

I live in NYC and Aside from DCC, I also follow the Rockettes. I love seeing their behind the scene POV of the spectacular every year. Veterans auditioned last week over 2 days. The first day was the day Alora arrived in NYC and the second day I never found a group picture of to confirm if she was there. I’d bet she was though and that is why she quit DCC. 
 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CSFg55XreC5/?utm_medium=copy_link

It’s funny to me bc she was only a dancer for them in 2017-2018 so why did she quit them 

[vanillagum]

3 minutes ago, Holly85 said:

It’s funny to me bc she was only a dancer for them in 2017-2018 so why did she quit them 

LOL i find it funny how everyone assumes she's running back to the Rockettes when she willingly left them years ago...I mean she could be auditioning for like anything right

[Holly85]

1 minute ago, vanillagum said:

LOL i find it funny how everyone assumes she's running back to the Rockettes when she willingly left them years ago...I mean she could be auditioning for like anything right

Right heck the New York Brooklynn nets had open call and if she did audition for them she didn’t make the second round as second round is this evening and she is on her way back to Texas 

Edited August 9, 2021 by Holly85

[Jess14]

Are there any recent videos of Kat dancing and screwing up, or is the belief that she couldn’t possibly be top 16 based on her rookie season training camp?  She’s been doing this choreo for 3 years now, and she is very pretty. Not surprising to me at all that she may have scored well with the judges. I mean, it’s not like she was given point or triangle. Show group is almost half of the team at this point.

 

[Pau84]

50 minutes ago, Manc.UK.DCCfan said:

Isn’t this where the DCC go for recovery? Could this mean she made it?! 🤞🏻

 

54 minutes ago, Holly85 said:

Yes that’s were they all go to 

That is it. The final circumstantial evidence. There is no way that Madeline would post this if she was cut.

Sure, she would keep dancing and following classes but she would not use this to recuperate.

Which means: Madeline Salter made it!

 

I wonder who got cut though. I hope it is not Ashlinn.

[katC]

On her Instagram, Lisa announced she is out this season. Like Victoria, she is planning on coming back for auditions next season. 

[onthebubble]

7 minutes ago, katC said:

On her Instagram, Lisa announced she is out this season. Like Victoria, she is planning on coming back for auditions next season. 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CSXnrakrUZL/?utm_medium=copy_link
 

here’s the post for those wanting to see