Christina’s DCC Journey | Then & Now

Christina’s DCC journey was not an easy one: she auditioned five times before she made the team. Here’s a look back at her DCC journey, from training camp finalist to making the team and all the moments in between.
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Hundreds audition, but only a select group will secure spots in the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders training camp. DCC director Kelli Finglass and head choreographer Judy Trammell oversee the intense audition process and decide which hopefuls will make the team.

[@thediscostu4127]

Something I noticed about Christina -- her first year at rookie tryouts, her number was 17. Her second year, her number was 4. Her 3rd year, she wore number 1. Another time, she wore number 7. This means that she was always one of the first ones in line for the tryouts. She woke up early and got there early and got a low number and she was practically the one meeting Phil at the door every year. I think that actually really means something.

[@lizlyle3532]

Tyttt

[@kikieaddy2576]

Thanks 👍🏽

[@annaconigliaro2907]

That just added a whole layer of respect for her

[@EricK-ig4ko]

Disco Stu how does it feel to be out of Simpson land and commenting on KZbin

[@diane115]

Daz King me Rebecca and navy mean you’re good

[@leahkrokowski]

You gotta give it to her- she is one of the hardest working dancers I’ve ever seen. Yeah, maybe her flexibility isn’t the best but she is a badass.

[@jedibbq]

She is the comeback kid. Shes proof that you never give up on your dream. Ever.

[@allicianpeters3595]

Christina has my ultimate respect!! YEARS she put up with Judy's attitude and her constant obvious picking on her. What's really incredible is this girl puts JUDY'S DAUGHTER CASSIE to SHAME and she's so arrogant she doesn't see it!!!! I LOVE and RESPECT KELLY for sticking to her guns on Christina!!!!

[@Lexikakes]

How did she put Cassie to shame? They weren’t even in the same year? I’m confused

[@elizandawlarsen8423]

Judy is a huge JERK! Cassie sucked as a DCC cheerleader. She only made it because her mom is the choreographer. Did you watch her screw up her audition rookie year? Anyone else would have been cut! Nepotism certainly came in handy for Cassie!

[@elizandawlarsen8423]

@@Lexikakes she means her dancing and cheer technic in general

[@stardancer1919]

Cassie should worry bout herself, and cheer everyone on and not be negative to these girls who were trying to be on the squad!

[@unknown-lf6zx]

Judy is a mean girl and so is her daughter that should have never made the team. Cassie was awful and the apple doesn’t fall far. Christina is a sweet soul. So proud of her!

[@kellyanderson7624]

She tried out for 5 years Kelly seemed to really like her and liked the fact that she kept trying out. I'm glad she finally made it.

[@nicotinedietcoke]

I really want to see Kashara’s Journey! Even though we have seen her best moments - I’d love to see her beginning to retirement!

[@briannastultz6924]

They’ve already done one for KaShara.

[@decodolly1535]

@@briannastultz6924 They've only done a short "best of" for KaShara, not a full "KaShara's journey".

[@briannastultz6924]

Deco Dolly either way they’ve done KaShara, they probably won’t do her again.

[@mickeybell2633]

Oh my goodness, I wish Christina was still on DCC, she is so real and authentic in her personality. Fun to watch and cheer on. Way to go Christina making your dream come true.

[@CrysTvsky]

@bella lemoncake Yes. She just moved to Washington with her boyfriend.

[@hrclu]

I think it was also a wise decision for her to retire rather than be cut from the team, especially as she was the lowest scoring veteran, she would deffo be cut in the next year!

[@CrysTvsky]

I think that might have partially influenced her. She also just turned 33 or 34, so age had to have played a big role.

[@CrysTvsky]

@bella lemoncake Bridget and one other vet retired.

[@CrysTvsky]

Hannah and Brennan were also cut. There's a bit of controversy around a bunch of cuts.

[@natalielynn6162]

I love how she asked them if they would reconsider their decision. So diplomatic yet assertive! I've never heard another girl ask that.

[@ulrikhgsbro6833]

I noticed that too. And liked it.

[@jadathompson6820]

I love how all the girls are so kind and supportive to each other dispite all of the competition.

[@joyramer2196]

👏NFL👏cheerleaders👏shouldn’t👏need👏to👏have👏a👏full👏time👏career👏on👏top👏of👏cheering👏to👏sustain👏a👏living👏wage

[@prescilia23]

Period! They are ATHLETES and deserve to be paid as ones.

[@AnaMars89]

Amen!

[@MrTeamsnapbacks]

sad but trie i agree

[@leslis3078]

Joy Ramer I don’t think people realize how much they have to pay to keep up there looks and all the rules that have to follow

[@allykuit5384]

Absolutely. Criminal.

[@vivi-jt1oz]

Christina looks like a different person with her long hair

[@mammyewok]

i forgot she had long hair,she looks much cuter in short hair.

[@millienne8201]

It’s like Amy

[@sophiabord2981]

Millie Ember yea

[@sydsan9969]

She honestly looked like a different person every season

[@ennis201]

And the horrible boob job

[@heatherramsey9190]

I really like Christina - and if she is tired, it's because she works as a fitness instructor AND she is doing this. Which is why I am glad the cheerleaders are getting paid more money now. But it's way overdue

[@aria4780]

Christina is so pretty.

[@bethkroa1125]

One of my favorite DCC stories is Christina’s story. I was so happy to see her celebrated in the calendar, as a career woman, and as game day girl’

[@laurarubin1145]

Christina was never my favorite, but I admire her tenacity and her hard work. Always loved that shorter cut she had.

[@kda4003]

Well that's a really backhanded compliment...

[@gracieci572]

@@kda4003 not really. She was never her favorite but the person could see she has positive attributes. Backhanded would be more "she did better than I expected considering how much I don't like her"

[@kikieaddy2576]

@@gracieci572 thanks 👍🏽 everybody takes everything so serious and wrong ‼️

[@aviaforrester1481]

Hi.

[@jenniferblair8171]

This was a great example of sticking with your dream! Please consider doing the best of Bridget-her smile is so beautiful!

[@rachelgreenberg26]

So sad she’s retiring 😭😭😭

[@vanillamarshmallow]

Christina is my favorite comeback girl, her first season auditioning was the first season I watched and I loved watching her journey. I'm so happy for her that she got 3 great years and I wish her well in her retirement!

[@trendymaths2467]

Guys please do ‘Best of Holly’ we’re begging you! Other than that, y’all rock. Thanks for listening.

[@chelseylin6724]

Yes!! And Rachel W. too!! ❤️

[@trendymaths2467]

Chelsey Lin yep, get to work now DCC. We fans are ravenous for more. 😼

[@jedibbq]

They just wont ever. Only the ones that lasted long enough to retire. Not the ones that had to leave under controversy.

[@maxrod1247]

AGREED

[@trendymaths2467]

jedibbq yeah I know, but I was hoping they’d listen regardless. Shame about Holly though, I truly believe she would’ve been the point if she hadn’t left in the way she did.

[@skeet_yeet9751]

WE NEED A JUDY THEN AND NOW

[@jeffbeck5089]

Christina, my favorite DCC by far. I admire this girl’s tenacity and commitment. Those qualities have life long rewards.

[@carlygardner9561]

The short hair is definitely her look. The long hair elongates her face.

[@aviaforrester1481]

Hi.

[@marielaarmendariz3009]

She’s definitely a perfect example of never giving up ! I’m so sad she’s not doing Dcc for her 4th year ):

[@morgansafe857]

Really how do you know?

[@catbarr924]

Morgan Safe it’s on her instagram, she’s moved to Washington state

[@djjones7039]

@@catbarr924 oh she did?; I live here in Seattle Washington, what's the link to her Instagram

[@jedibbq]

Shes not a 20 year old. Shes a career woman that had to move on. She had nothing left to prove so the time was right to retire. She will always be an inspiration to new candidates that you dont give up after one or two years.

[@marielaarmendariz3009]

Morgan Safe her Instagram

[@amyrobinson6901]

She is just amazing to go through all that 5 times...! She deserves the world ❤

[@HippyMiMi]

Didn't she try out 7 times at least?

[@Crissy_tina]

I don't think there was anything boring about Chistina. Her smile & eyes are just captivating... her short bright hair just draws your eyes to her. Her kicks where her biggest issue. I'm glad she finally made it ❣.

[@andrewstanley903]

Yay Christina’s journey. I love her drive and determination. She never gave up on her dream and it inspires me to keep going towards my dream. Go Christina Go DCC!

[@cathysbroomstick691]

I was so glad when she finally had made the team!

[@aimeeveldhuisen2831]

Christina is so beautifullll! Both inside and outside

[@aleciadawn2732]

I absolutely adore Christina!! She is beautiful inside and out and her work ethic is phenomenal! I’m so glad her dreams came true to be a DCC! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@christinemohr8788]

I give mad props to Christina. She kept coming back until she made it and never gave up. She really did achieve her dreams ♥️

[@ThatSouthernGirlSarah96]

And with every setback, handled it and pushed through with grace and poise which I think helped lock in her spot on the team when she made it

[@PinkHeart89]

She was a finalist on season 6 and 10. Made training camp season 9. And was a DCC seasons 12,13 and 14. She really wanted this and tried her best and got it.

[@Star-ly4ir]

I love the short hair on her

[@cj222100]

I really like Christina's shorter, textured hairstyle a lot better than when she had it long

[@Nyquil5]

Glad to see Christina's story featured. My favorite cheerleader and a great example for all of us gals!

[@ashleybrady2186]

Love her!! Can’t believe she used to have long, dark hair!

[@donnellmitchum1495]

PLEASE highlight some of the black women. Thank you.

[@kikieaddy2576]

@@donnellmitchum1495 exactly 💯💯‼️

[@jbp2961]

What a journey Christina has had! ❤️❤️❤️

[@SarahMBreaux]

Christina we will miss you!!!

[@Pieeee1111]

After seeing this video, I really like Christina! I’m surprised they had to wear their hair down during spin class, but I guess that was part of their training. My hair would’ve been drenched lol

[@knznnz6172]

Gosh I’m so proud of christina😍😭 that little girl crying from getting caught off to that beautiful women owning that dance 33:37 as a 3rd years veteran and getting praised by Kelly I mean go off queen ❤️❤️

[@RealTalk1411]

Can we please get Miss Jackie Bob's journey

[@courtneyneal1385]

Yes please!

[@rayray.0]

Jackie Bob is black, so I don't think they'll be posting her journey on here.

[@lilyloves6735]

OMG YES THIS. Where are Jackie, Jaycie, Mia, Jenna? These black queens are literally some of the longest serving show-group stalwart group leaders and for some DAMN REASON they get passed over for filming time and time and time and time again. CMT why are you like this? Do you genuinely just not see the black girls even when they’re some of the brightest stars in the room? Do you think we won’t care about their stories?? It makes me so sad and tired.

[@XXgenderloveXY]

But what about all the other white girls who don't get camera time? Is it because they're white do you think?

[@rayray.0]

@@XXgenderloveXY But what about all the white girls that DO get camera time? White girls on that show get airtime even if it's not all of them unlike the black girls on the show. Try again

[@ashleighnicole8407]

I saw her on an earlier season with brown hair at auditions 😍 I love Christina and I'm so sad that she retired this year

[@Hlirving15]

Me too. She's awesome. Wish her all the best

[@marylynnneill1958]

I’m a fan of Christina! Glad she made it.

[@greenisland75]

Christina was a great DCC. Authentic, genuine and very inspiring.

[@rachaelleight4612]

Great job Christina!! Your perseverance is inspiring!! You did a great job!!

[@krystinorasi7303]

I give her props how hard she has worked and never gave up her dream. It was so sweet when Brennan and Gina ran over to her when Kelly told her that was her best dance for the year

[@marcelak6800]

Christina was my favorite from the beginning! Wishing her the best in the next chapter of her life!

[@ARaelynnM]

Ooh, I want to see Mackenzie Lee Terry’s story. She’s not a DCC anymore but I love this clips that give the girls entire story and journey.

[@Missab4000]

Yes!!! I said this in a different video. Mackenzie worked so hard, I’d Love to see her journey.

[@christinemohr8788]

Me too! I've asked for it about ten times but still absolutely nothing

[@courtneyneal1385]

Would love to see Jackie, Mia, Jenna, or Robin story!!!!

[@rayray.0]

And Nichole Hamilton, Ally Trailor, and Sasha Agent.

[@lilyloves6735]

And Jaycie, Khalyn or Tia Williams

[@lilyloves6735]

The answer is no though of course, because until two seasons ago they really couldn’t be bothered to give the black girls features or interviews, so what footage can they possibly have to show us? None.

[@UncoordinatedPixie]

Tia I doubt we see due to the rumors about her time on the squad. Look it up. She and tobie p both.

[@lilyloves6735]

G Scarlatti What rumours about Tia? With Tobie, some intimate pictures that she sent her ex-partner were leaked onto the internet which is obviously criminal and illegal and ultimately not her fault. But Tia seemed to be on good terms with the DCC and the show- she returned to walk in the Belk fashion show with other alumni in Season 11, and talked about pursuing her love of fashion and styling?

[@jperron]

Christina's story is just so inspiring! It really shows what hard work can get you ❤️

[@marylynnneill1958]

Sweet Christina! She certainly deserved it.

[@kris10x88]

Would love to see the best of Holly or Danielle video next! Hannah was one of my favorite DCC of all time until she showed up to auditions knowing her weight was going to be an issue especially being a Veteran. 😔

[@vyvy947]

Yay Christina! So adorable didn’t know she worked so hard !

[@kokiang123]

Ever since I discovered this channel, all I think about and look at is JUDY'S HAIR SOOOOO BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

[@carsonm456]

Just literally has the best hair. I would LOVE to see a hair tutorial from her 😂😂

[@rb2k196]

Showmanship during a cycling class.....they cannot be serious, dear me 🤦‍♀️

[@JustTyra21]

Mannn it seems like Judy has it out for her

[@sueloo8305]

Judy has had it out for most EVERYONE EXCEPT cassie "REGINA GEORGE" trammel..FACTS FOLKS

[@nursemegz1295]

No footage from her second season? Why? Oh because they wanted to showcase all of the times they had her in the office. Another thing is they should not have to have jobs at all! THEY SHOULD BE MAKING ENOUGH TO LIVE OFF OF DCC!!!!!!!!!!!!!This is infuriating to me. Pay them a working wage so their main focus can be on the team.

[@theknitwit7098]

There is huge money in the NFL, so suck it up and pay these women a living wage!

[@smoothiegreenburg6065]

Judy annoyed the f out of me in this . she really did not like her, she nit picks EVERYTHING Christina does

[@kellywhitfield5968]

Me too

[@abbylantz8055]

I was thinking this too!

[@allicianpeters3595]

Yeah, it's incredible to watch Judy go after girls she clearly does not like!! Funny she was a completely different person when jet her own daughter made the team 5 years and sorry but this girl here puts Cassie to shame in EVERY category!!!!

[@smoothiegreenburg6065]

@@allicianpeters3595 for reals she didnt fake needed an inhaler either !! get called out for running out of gas and then cassie is oh i need an inhaler? yeah ok girl LOL

[@djk5v]

Yes like when they were shaking their heads about not breathing. It’s common especially in ballroom when you’re keeping constant frame and posture. Many a ballroom instructor has reminded their students to breathe!

[@alexperales6728]

She does have great attitude for sure 😂🤣🤣😘😘

[@alexperales6728]

She happy young lady ,🤗😜😘

[@lilyloves6735]

If you think I’m not going thru these comments liking the heck outta every one demanding to see a black girls journey looooooooool FIX UP

[@mikeromeo3579]

I'm glad someone said it, where's our sistas at lol?

[@toughmom7597]

Lambrini Supernova Where’s the Asian girls, they tryout too

[@lilyloves6735]

Mindy Brich Far fewer Asian girls, actually, and Yuko was already featured on this channel sooooo statistically speaking something isn’t adding up

[@madison8568]

If she didn’t need to work an additional full time job just to be able to live then she wouldn’t be so exhausted all the time is my guess. No wonder there have been pay disputes that have been brought up this year.

[@Angelaaa1015]

This is a hobby not a full time job

[@wonderfully-aylin]

I’ve been waiting for Christina’s journey, so glad we got it :)

[@kenny2173]

PLEASE highlight some of the black women. Thank you.

[@lilyloves6735]

Louder louder louder LOUDEEERRRR ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

[@kennedylee7446]

Louder

[@ruthadams6967]

sad to say.... they might not have enough footage to make a video.

[@kenny2173]

Kennedy Lee I get so tired of constantly seeing the white girls. Like damn! Show some ebony girls. 🙄

[@UncoordinatedPixie]

There are more white people on the show than Black people. It’s a numbers thing not racist so that’s the reason why there’s so many videos about the white cheerleaders.

[@Hlirving15]

I'm glad she didn't give up and mafe the team.

[@amysellers519]

Praying for a Danielle Maries Journey! 🙏

[@internetjunkie1075]

she was my FAVORITE, i wanted her to get on the team so bad, my name is also christina

[@daniellorenzo3085]

5 years trying to make the? Not everyone would do that😭💞I was so happy that she made it!

[@emilymarie1239]

Would love to see Kelli Q! Since she auditioned so many times!!!

[@ti6659]

Can we see Holly’s journey?

[@UncoordinatedPixie]

Which Holly? The one who got cut for being around players? I doubt we will ever see that bc of how she left. Same thing with Tobie P and Tia.

[@ti6659]

G Scarlatti yes that’s the one. She was such a great dancer, it would be a shame not to see her journey

[@eunchunglee23]

Doubtful. Holly went against HR regulations and protocol and was caught partying with players and drinking underage. That's why she was kicked off.

[@kellyanderson7624]

@@eunchunglee23 Jenna too

[@anwitawadekar8046]

Please do Holly's journey next please. She is an amazing dancer.

[@kristinreynolds577]

Love Christina!! Get your place in history girl!!

[@CHRISTINAENGLISH1980]

She's so sweet. I love her. So sad she's retiring.

[@SkoolGrlZombies]

I love her with the short blonde hair so pretty !! plus she's super sweet

[@dominiquemichele5322]

awww christina 🥺🥺💞

[@theknitwit7098]

There actually IS such a thing as ‘forgetting’ to breathe during exercise!

[@kellywhitfield5968]

Molly, Brennan, Gina, Holly, and Rachel W. Can you please do their journeys

[@cj222100]

Jackie Bob next please!

[@katieconnew2516]

Can we please have Gina’s journey!! 💗💗

[@Smartlady56]

One of the best and one of my favorites.

[@unknown-lf6zx]

She so deserved it! I never watched this until Covid and to be honest never liked cheerleaders bc I was a college scholarship athlete in three sports and didn’t consider cheerleading a sport and sexiest but I was wrong…these girls are lovely and such hard, talented workers! Definitely amazing athletes! Christina and Maddie were my faves!

[@michaelhiggins2135]

They were so mean to Christina. I don’t remember them being this hard on Cassie… or Meredith? I’m so happy Christina got the recognition and the support from the fans that she deserved

[@knznnz6172]

love love love a channel that is listening to their audience you guys are the best next Jenna's Cassie's and Khalyn journey's love you

[@jazzyhernandez4280]

You should do every point of the pyramid

[@nothelenaz]

Can we see Gina, Jackie Bob, and Jenna Lene’s Journey?

[@lucialara4313]

Please do every retirement announcement!

[@dallascordova9717]

Holly 😍❤❤ please do Holly! For her coming in as an 18 year old you just never woulda guessed that. She was literally perfect in every way as if she'd been on that team for years!

[@briannatanga2591]

can you do Tess’ journey!!

[@mickeykity]

Tess is still a DCC

[@briannatanga2591]

Sammi Cooper they’ve done Victoria and Merediths journey and they’re still DCC’s

[@EmVee.]

@@briannatanga2591 Meredith got cut this season

[@marcelosamaniego6254]

Christina is so beautiful and amazing

[@jennifervonzemmrich266]

Would love to see Cianna’s journey!

[@diane115]

I am so happy fore Christina . I am rioting so many comments

[@formerflautist]

She came in looking so pretty and natural and she left looking like a Barbie. I sincerely hope that the pressure to fit a certain type that DCC likes didn't do that to her although I'm sure it did.

[@Crissy_tina]

I kno I think she also got breast augmentation. It all looks beautiful on her though ❣.

[@allieb770]

Breast implants & a 'perfect DCC look' are encouraged.

[@natalieparrott]

Can y’all do a best of point video with all of the different points

[@nshelitack]

my favorite top 5 DCC, JUDY,AMY,KELLI,CHRISTINA,KELSEY

[@szlozse]

I would like to see best of Judy or best of Kelly 🌝🌝 i know they are a bit harsh on the girls, but i love their comments!

[@clg6373]

Do you mean their DCC journey or their journey as Directors?

[@szlozse]

CL G I would like to see how they have changed in recent years and what their favorite or hardest moments were :) #bossladies

[@simplygeorgie2131]

I need to know these girls makeup base I have no makeup left after my dance classes

[@ambersherman4717]

I want a full kashara journey, not just the best moments

[@alexherrera2356]

BEST OF TESSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ccm5466]

I love watching christen

[@vee9526]

Please do Kelli Quinn's journey next!💖

[@aking4766]

Yes! Never understood why she was over looked for so long!

[@ShannOliver]

"...that will make you a better performer.". You know what else would make her a better performer? Paying her a living wage so she doesn't have to work full time on the side.

[@traceydobesh5446]

My favorite DCC!