2019 Auditions, Finals, and Training Camp Spoilers

[Dal8las]

Nobody:

Kelli Finglass: "This is the strongest rookie we've ever had" 

Also Kelli: 

Edited August 16, 2019 by Dal8las

[MrsEVH]

1 hour ago, Squeek said:

For the visual people.

So there's 10 rookies. I thought Kelli said there was only 6 open spots unless I heard it wrong.

[Squeek]

3 minutes ago, MrsEVH said:

So there's 10 rookies. I thought Kelli said there was only 6 open spots unless I heard it wrong.

Kelly did her usual.... exaggerating

29 vets were coming back, Lauren retired last minute, Gabby was cut at finals, so 27 went into TC.  Yes, she kept saying 30 returning.  She also said more than 400 auditioned.   

[CaseyLee0911]

30 minutes ago, Agent Gully said:

So we have a couple of mysteries to figure out. Earlier this year we were told that Kashara was not on the All - Stars for a reason, but it was hinted she would somehow be involved with the DCC in some way, shape, or form. Any ideas of how she will be involved?

37 DCC this season. There is a particular reason why according to sources. We've had some guesses - pregnancy, injury, surgery, etc. Any other guesses or inside information? Is the 37th gal an alternate? I wouldn't think so, but who knows?

Im so invested in this "particular reason". I need to know! haha! My only issue with the pregnancy theory is what would be the point of trying out and even attempted to go through the process knowing it was a possibility. it seems selfish of that girl to take that chance away from someone else. the only person I imagine they would make that exception for would be amy and truthfully I dont see her as a selfish person. But who knows! I cant wait to find out. 

[Poodle1922]

2 hours ago, Kayce said:

I saw this and figured you might post it 🙂 So happy for Brennan and Briana!! They are my number 1 and 2 faves!! (Bridget rounds it out...I have the triple B trifecta of favorites!)

I followed Brennan from her beginning so happy she made for 2nd year!

[Jennv]

9 minutes ago, MrsEVH said:

So there's 10 rookies. I thought Kelli said there was only 6 open spots unless I heard it wrong.

She says shit just to fit the show. The year Kelsey retired they had a segment on the vets and  retirees having a last appearance before retirement and Kelsey wasn’t at the appearance because she was with Brodie in the Maldives. Rather than explain that Kelli told the cameras they had seven (iirc) retiriring vets, basically pretending Kelsey didn’t exist. I guess for story purposes it was easier to just pretend it was a last appearance for all the retirees since she was the only one who didn’t make that appearance.

1 minute ago, Jennv said:

Edited August 16, 2019 by Jennv
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[tinabee1967]

 

NOW we know who the team is!!! 

All I can hope for now is that Verucca gets as little screen time as possible. I am also hoping the Botox look on Lisa's face dies down because half of it is frozen in place when she talks. 

[KatieC]

12 minutes ago, Squeek said:

Kelly did her usual.... exaggerating

29 vets were coming back, Lauren retired last minute, Gabby was cut at finals, so 27 went into TC.  Yes, she kept saying 30 returning.  She also said more than 400 auditioned.   

Are we sure they really took 37?  Kelly doesn’t seem to be very good with numbers. 😂 Or maybe she messed up and thought they were down to 36 when she announced the team and there were actually 37. 😂😂😂 JK but you would think she would be more accurate with the things she says. 

[Muckypup61]

Well, I hope we get to know Kelcey and Taylor P. a little better before the season's over. They did the same with Bridget and Caroline (two of my favs) last year, and it's taken me almost a year to get to know them and realize how fantastic they are as DCCs.

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[Dal8las]

10 hours ago, DCCFanInKy said:

Was this from her rookie yr?

Yes

[Kaelha]

Remember that one time about 24 hours ago when someone bamboozled us and said Gina quit and it rocked our world? 😂  

#hitandrun (still my favorite)

Me to me today after yesterday’s madness and I was only 10% (that feels like a stretch - it was probably more like 4%) productive at work:

Edited August 16, 2019 by Kaelha

[Dal8las]

39 minutes ago, Jennv said:

She says shit just to fit the show. The year Kelsey retired they had a segment on the vets and  retirees having a last appearance before retirement and Kelsey wasn’t at the appearance because she was with Brodie in the Maldives. Rather than explain that Kelli told the cameras they had seven (iirc) retiriring vets, basically pretending Kelsey didn’t exist. I guess for story purposes it was easier to just pretend it was a last appearance for all the retirees since she was the only one who didn’t make that appearance.

I remember that! Kelli gets so shady when these girls act like actual humans and just bounce. However, I know they have contract obligations and a bad note from the Dallas Cowboys could harm a girl's future. However, these girls barely get paid for a year and are not always treated kindly. So I don't blame some of them leaving if something comes up. I mean I would haha

Edited August 16, 2019 by Dal8las

[bupbupbip]

10 minutes ago, Dal8las said:

I remember that! Kelli gets so shady when these girls act like actual humans and just bounce. However, I know they have contract obligations and a bad note from the Dallas Cowboys could harm a girl's future. However, these girls barely get paid for a year and are not always treated kindly. So I don't blame some of them leaving if something comes up. I mean I would haha

I was watching season 11 episode 2 and i think that it was unecessary that kelli said "after 5 years of trying..." when she called Amy Simone for training camp, i think that was shady.

[JessG29]

Guys. So I was trying to get information today and the ONLY thing I COULD get is that the confirmed team is correct. But I was asked how do I know like several times lol. I’m like oh cmon on! 

They were like “was that leaked?” 

[go4luca]

Kristin looks adorable!  So happy for her!

[Holly85]

1 minute ago, go4luca said:

Kristin looks adorable!  So happy for her!

I’m so happy for her 

[RedDelicious]

I just figured the 37 was the standard 36 plus VK's spot on the team.  And ftr, I'm not a VK hater either; it's just how it seems to me.  

[itme]

5 minutes ago, RedDelicious said:

I just figured the 37 was the standard 36 plus VK's spot on the team.  And ftr, I'm not a VK hater either; it's just how it seems to me.  

it was probably actually to accommodate another girl, i feel like VK had a great run this season and was never in trouble cuz shes a great dancer. they just show her cuz shes bubbly. i feel like she's really fun in person IMO

[sleepyjean]

I just want to note that having a team of 37 isn't some crazy unusual thing.

While the team aims for 36 every year, it usually ISN'T 36. I don't know how the rumor got started that 36 was a hard line that could never be crossed, but based on the data, that isn't the case.

In the 15 years this has been on the air (including the special in 2005), they've had a team of 36 only four times. 

34: 2010, 2011, 2015
35: 2006, 2009
36: 2008, 2014, 2017, 2018
37: 2016, 2019
38: 2005, 2007, 2013
39: 2012

[Ninamags]

Exactly, RedDelicious!! 

Now they can't say that Veruca took some more deserving girls' spot.  

[KatebytheSea]

2 hours ago, whosadcc said:

Holly was not in Jenna's group, but was good friends with Jenna.  Holly was in Jinelle's group and the second leader was Elizabeth. 

Thanks for the info. Gotta say that as Group 1 leader, Jenna still had an obligation to coach Holly instead of join in. If Jinelle wasn't aware of what Holly was doing, Jenna should have partnered with her to coach Holly. An unfortunate situation all around. 😞

[rl27rl]

They just posted a preview for interviews on FB and who did they showcase the longest you may ask?  Veruca.  And the question was on Social Media hate . . .  All I could still see were her teeth.

[PattiD4DCC]

35 minutes ago, Kaelha said:

Remember that one time about 24 hours ago when someone bamboozled us and said Gina quit and it rocked our world? 😂  

#hitandrun (still my favorite)

Um, no, I have no idea what you're talking about!😲

Seriously. by the time that crisis was cleared up my energy was so drained (and I realize I fan girl over Gina way more than most) that the team announcement was a little anticlimactic for me.  With one exception.

I also remember pages and pages ago when it was hinted Jalyn was on the bubble and then there was an insider hint a vet would be cut. I am very thankful and happy that Jalyn is still on the team!

DCC drama is just one reason to be distracted at work - Friday is another - be the adequatest of the adequate and then reward yourself with a weekend! 

[AAT]

12 hours ago, JessG29 said:

Yeah I feel like she shouldn’t be on the team if that’s the case

I was an OB/ GYN nurse for years, and that is just not true. If you have always worked out, the physician usually encourages the woman to remain active. . The only things she shouldn't do is the jump split. So if she is pregnant, she might not do pre game. 

[go4luca]

6 minutes ago, rl27rl said:

They just posted a preview for interviews on FB and who did they showcase the longest you may ask?  Veruca.  And the question was on Social Media hate . . .  All I could still see were her teeth.

[sleepyjean]

Not that anyone cares, but while I have my spreadsheet out, these are the tenure stats 2005-2019:

234 cheerleaders total

1 year: 66 (28%)
2 years: 67 (29%)
3 years: 47 (20%)
4 years: 27 (12%)
5 years: 24 (10%)
6 years: 2 (1%)
7 years: 1 (<1%)
 

[HowdeeDo]

Whitney Isleib and Cassie were pregnant towards the end of their seasons. Whitney was at Pro Bowl and Cassie was on a USO tour I believe. IF someone is pregnant, they should be fine if they don't over do it. 

[go4luca]

4 minutes ago, sleepyjean said:

Not that anyone cares, but while I have my spreadsheet out, these are the tenure stats 2005-2019:

234 cheerleaders total

1 year: 66 (28%)
2 years: 67 (29%)
3 years: 47 (20%)
4 years: 27 (12%)
5 years: 24 (10%)
6 years: 2 (1%)
7 years: 1 (<1%)
 

I care.  I find it interesting.  Thanks!

[DCC-UK]

6 minutes ago, sleepyjean said:

Not that anyone cares, but while I have my spreadsheet out, these are the tenure stats 2005-2019:

234 cheerleaders total

1 year: 66 (28%)
2 years: 67 (29%)
3 years: 47 (20%)
4 years: 27 (12%)
5 years: 24 (10%)
6 years: 2 (1%)
7 years: 1 (<1%)
 

That's a great insight. Most just do one year as a rookie and a vet and then leave. I wonder how many of those 1st years were actually cut so never made it to get a 2nd year anyway!

[Weeklydcc]

39 minutes ago, go4luca said:

Kristin looks adorable!  So happy for her!

Is it me or do they look alike here?  Who knew Kristin was Shelly Jr.?   LOL.

[DzignerGurl]

14 minutes ago, go4luca said:

I cannot believe I'm saying this, but I actually really liked VK's response about who to cut. Way to think on your feet for a tricky question. Go figure!

Edited August 16, 2019 by DzignerGurl

[ClosetDCCFan]

2 hours ago, parrotfeathers said:

Maybe none of the TCC stood out in a bad enough way to warrant cutting.  What do you do if everyone looks wonderful.  Perhaps TPTB decided not to crush anyone else's "dream" after Julia's cut or . . . decided they didn't want to face this forum's ire if it was done (highly unlikely I know).  

They seemed to have no problem crushing Lily's dreams last year, cutting her on the very last night without giving her any feedback or constructive criticism throughout Training Camp because 36 was a strict max number for the team. 

PS I'm happy for Kristin.  She seemed so defeated all Training Camp last year.  I hope we see a lighter side to her personality this season.   

[go4luca]

Just now, DzignerGurl said:

I cannot believe I'm saying this, but I actually really VK's response about who to cut. Way to think on your feet for a tricky question. Go figure!

She did do well.  Surprised me!

[sleepyjean]

8 minutes ago, go4luca said:

I care.  I find it interesting.  Thanks!

💙 😁

6 minutes ago, DCC-UK said:

That's a great insight. Most just do one year as a rookie and a vet and then leave. I wonder how many of those 1st years were actually cut so never made it to get a 2nd year anyway!

I just started working on exit reason (cut vs retirement) and I also want to add who became an allstar and for how long. Definitely going to need this group's help on all of that. The whole reason I created a spreadsheet is I can't remember anything myself!

[Pickles]

How can you not know the owner of the team??? Wouldn't you have studied up on everything about the team--players, owner, positions, etc??? 

[Christineelgene]

1 hour ago, Squeek said:

Kelly did her usual.... exaggerating

29 vets were coming back, Lauren retired last minute, Gabby was cut at finals, so 27 went into TC.  Yes, she kept saying 30 returning.  She also said more than 400 auditioned.   

I just watched that part again where she was speaking to the judges and she said something like, “no more than 10 spots available”

[sleepyjean]

5 minutes ago, Weeklydcc said:

Is it me or do they look alike here?  Who knew Kristin was Shelly Jr.?   LOL.

They really do!

[KatieC]

2 minutes ago, DzignerGurl said:

I cannot believe I'm saying this, but I actually really liked VK's response about who to cut. Way to think on your feet for a tricky question. Go figure!

She did seem to do well but she is also very comfortable with everyone there. I think it would have been a much tougher question for someone else who doesn’t personally know TPTB. 

[chrishunt]

5 minutes ago, DzignerGurl said:

I cannot believe I'm saying this, but I actually really liked VK's response about who to cut. Way to think on your feet for a tricky question. Go figure!

Yeah even as an adamant Veruka hater I’m even falling for her good edit 🤪 she’s coming off as more polished. Thanks to the insiders who are continuing to remind us that that’s NOT the case!

[DCCFanInKy]

5 minutes ago, DzignerGurl said:

I cannot believe I'm saying this, but I actually really liked VK's response about who to cut. Way to think on your feet for a tricky question. Go figure!

I love it! True...NOBODY'S seen Charlotte dance.  Wonder how that'd look? Haha!

[rl27rl]

1 minute ago, KatieC said:

She did seem to do well but she is also very comfortable with everyone there. I think it would have been a much tougher question for someone else who doesn’t personally know TPTB. 

Agreed!

[chrishunt]

I seriously don’t understand how these girls don’t go in having studied the Cowboys’ history for the year before, knowing the kick line and jumpsplit, and at least knowing parts of thunderstruck. 

[go4luca]

4 minutes ago, KatieC said:

She did seem to do well but she is also very comfortable with everyone there. I think it would have been a much tougher question for someone else who doesn’t personally know TPTB. 

Honestly, I can see it both ways.  As you suggested she was comfortable (she definitely acted too familiar in Kelli's office meetings last year), but this year there could have been feeling added pressure.  She knew she had to find her words and do better or she was never going to hear the end of it.

Edited August 16, 2019 by go4luca
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[dccgirl88]

3 minutes ago, chrishunt said:

Yeah even as an adamant Veruka hater I’m even falling for her good edit 🤪 she’s coming off as more polished. Thanks to the insiders who are continuing to remind us that that’s NOT the case!

Then why is everyone commenting how much they love her? I was stalking the new rookies on instagram and VK has commented on posts and responses to them by the girls were how much they love her. Meredith especially was like "I have a surprise for you tonight <3"

Sorry I don't trust supposed "insiders" over the girls themselves who are with her day in and day out

Edited August 16, 2019 by dccgirl88

[mckeeabbie23]

9 minutes ago, Weeklydcc said:

Is it me or do they look alike here?  Who knew Kristin was Shelly Jr.?   LOL.

Something reminds me of Lacey in this picture. Maybe the eyebrows?

[Christineelgene]

1 hour ago, Dal8las said:

I remember that! Kelli gets so shady when these girls act like actual humans and just bounce. However, I know they have contract obligations and a bad note from the Dallas Cowboys could harm a girl's future. However, these girls barely get paid for a year and are not always treated kindly. So I don't blame some of them leaving if something comes up. I mean I would haha

When Kellie made that statement about 7 vets retiring, that was the day of the NFL draft, which is held in April.  I would imagine that some of the ladies had not decided yet.

[chrishunt]

2 minutes ago, dccgirl88 said:

Then why is everyone commenting how much they love her? I was stalking the new rookies on instagram and VK has commented on posts and responses to them by the girls were how much they love her. Meredith especially was like "I have a surprise for you tonight <3"

As a former member of the mean girls/popular girls/sororities girls group, I don’t give a flying fuck how many times girls post about how much they love each other on social media 😂 the shit that gets said behind closed doors...yikes

My hope would be for her to experience true personal growth during her time on the team and work to prove she deserves her boots. She’s beautiful in my opinion and had a killer body (when she’s maintaining it). I hate to admit that I was once a self-entitled popular little bitch (to cover for my insecurities), but I wouldn’t change that for anything because my fall from grace ultimately humbled me more than anything and allowed me to explore my authentic self. I would hope for the same from VK. 

Edited August 16, 2019 by chrishunt

[ClosetDCCFan]

Does anyone have any tea to spill about Kelli and Tina's relationship?  We all heard it was not good after VK's cut last year, and VK and TK didn't even attend the Meet the Team.  Is all well now that VK made has officially made the team and Show Group?  Or was there permanent damage there?  

[go4luca]

1 minute ago, dccgirl88 said:

Then why is everyone commenting how much they love her? I was stalking the new rookies on instagram and VK has commented on posts and responses to them by the girls were how much they love her. Meredith especially was like "I have a surprise for you tonight <3"

All kinds of reasons come to mind.

[dccgirl88]

Idk I choose not to believe the bad in people unless I see it personally. I don't think people would kiss her ass to stay on her good side so she doesn't "tattle" but that's just me.