KaShara’s DCC Journey ✨ Then & Now

KaShara’s DCC journey got off to a rocky start, but once she hit her stride, there was no stopping her. As a group leader, point of the triangle, and trusted friend, it’s no wonder KaShara is a fan favorite. Here’s a look back at her journey, from rookie to returning choreographer.
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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.

[@Maddym365]

KaShara is LEGENDARY. She belongs in the DCC hall of fame

[@heatherlynsey3092]

and to think that’s the girl who wore the wrong outfit week one of camp makes it even better 🤣❤️ love her!

[@preppy4lifer1]

@@heatherlynsey3092 Yeah. Imagine if they cut her......

[@OutlawQueen127]

Absolutely!

[@mistyoglesby2577]

Agreed

[@ccinco2094]

They really need to pay these girls more. They put so much into everything they do for the DCC and the time commitment is crazy. Wish they had a paycheck to match

[@heatherlynsey3092]

For real, they could at least give them $1000 a game. That’s not even enough imo. This show makes their organization money plus all their appearances.

[@jenlunceford]

It's crazy. They hint at how much work the group leaders do, but they do so much more than we know. A former DCC said the show overemphasizes how closely kelli and judy work with the girls. The group leaders basically run all rehearsals and are the point of contact for all the girls. I saw an interview where kashara said she was taking notes on their thunderstruck rehearsal at like 2am...

[@macgirl90210]

These hard working talented ladies will never get paid what they deserve. The NFL will give it all to the players rather than the cheerleaders.

[@michelleussia5777]

How much do they get paid?? Why is it football players get millions but cheerleaders..the stress they endure to be a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader!! They should get a big ol paycheck as well

[@pattycakesurbina5283]

Do they even get paid? I heard they don’t. I guess I can look it up on the internet lol

[@michaelhiggins9791]

It’s always humbling to be reminded that the KaShara’s the Maddies, the Amys, the Lacys.... all these stars were once rookies

[@RealTalk1411]

They all started at that bottom like everyone else. Its really inspirational. A lot of them struggled at first. Look at Maddie. Maddie went from getting cut her first year of trying all the way to point of the triangle. They went home and put in the work and came back much stronger. I can't wait to see who comes back from last season. I know a few of them are coming back.

[@blackbull84]

2018 group leaders🔥

[@maybaby13x]

I honestly think the way this did training camp during COVID is better, having them stay in the hotel. It’s crazy that a 23 year old needs to use her life savings to go to what is basically an extended job interview.

[@EmVee.]

The 2021 training camp will also provide housing. Multiple TCCs also live with current DCCs

[@allisoncampbell5759]

I know!

[@ranelgallardo7031]

@@EmVee. Isn’t it back to normal. We got vaccines now to protect such transmission.

[@rentme2011]

I think it would be nice for some sort of housing and transportation assistance for the unemployed / out of towners.

[@alejandroperales7779]

get the job, ask for money up front sell yourself, build smile, wink at them if they or old men that make their day! have building 245 far i will create my GGG Corporation going talk to Lawer liar ha ha

[@KatieRawsthorne]

She is such a delight! Not only a beautiful girl, and a beautiful dancer - but a beautiful person too.

[@ednsav]

You can tell Kelli and Judy respect the hell out of her

[@allisonjohnson6399]

KaShara just seems like that "everyone's best friend" kind of person. Like goofy, over the top crazy, fun, gorgeous, loves everyone but doesn't care what anyone thinks. She's a legend!

[@eloraalbright9874]

I do have to say, I absolutely love KaShara and my heart broke when not only did she forget her costume on the first day but also when she was saying her speech about her retiring. She is such an amazing dancer and an amazing teammate. She is the life of the party no matter where she is, and she was probably and more than likely the mom of the group even though she didn't try to be.

[@myacoleman1717]

Kashara is just such an overall amazing person. A legit firecracker who’s sweet and funny and an amazing leader. Miss her a ton🤎

[@jordannorris2620]

Wow she was a roommate with Yuko, I’m glad the paired the two together!!

[@2themoon863]

One of the most unlikely pairings anyone could imagine yet it worked...

[@2themoon863]

Can you imagine Yuko speaking in a Southern accent-or Kashara speaking Japanese with a Southern accent? THAT would have been fun-that, and a “Pink Party” at every training camp!

[@Dcc333]

The perfect All American badass. What a freaking talented dancer and great personality. Star

[@FernandaReynaDzib]

I don't think there's ever been a most charismatic cheerleader, gotta love Kashara

[@DJClintonPGH]

Kashara is so beautiful, and was perfect for the point of the triangle. She's as entertaining a personality as they've ever had. And that accent is so attractive to me LOL

[@RealTalk1411]

Finally a proper DCC Journey video for Kashara.

[@ramonagaerin258]

I hope Kashara is being groomed to take over Kelly's role someday.

[@carolann811]

KaShara and Melissa. Can you imagine what those calls to the office would be like?

[@h2ogurl1234]

I almost think she's gonna be Judy's replacement

[@paigesantos8755]

@@carolann811 the dream team right there

[@amyjohnson8155]

Omg yes

[@annaconigliaro2907]

I think it might be her and Jen amburn who are getting groomed for that because they're in the same positions K&J were in before they received their jobs

[@kellyanderson7624]

I love Yuko. Her English got so good, I'm sad she retired, she was my favorite

[@2themoon863]

I thought that she and KaShara were the true odd couple but it worked; I’ve always wondered if KaShara was speaking Southern with a Japanese accent or Yuko was speaking Japanese with a Southern accent-what does “y’all” translate to in Japanese anyway?😄😁

[@angelicaplatero8839]

I been watching this show since it’s first season back in 2006. KaShara has always been one of my favorite cheerleaders. I love how you get to see her high energy and her fun personality. I was sad when she retired from the squad.

[@lisaburnette6850]

I NEVER get tired of kashara! She is the epitome of DCC.

[@nursemegz1295]

I am so happy they redid Kashara’s journey. They need a new one for Maddie now.

[@chelseylin6724]

Yay!! Thank you for listening!!!! Who doesn’t love Kash?!? 😍

[@nylotus]

I don't.

[@chelseylin6724]

Then why are you watching? it’s literally an entire video just about her 😂

[@morganhaynes7540]

WE LOVE KASHARA!!!!!

[@Sandy-Texas-]

She was one of my all time favs.. She put it out there like it was. The real deal.

[@TinaMariaJeanette]

KaShara has the best look for a Cowboys Cheerleader,; a big natural smile, beautiful bright eyes and lovely blond hair that just looks brilliant on camera:-)

[@madiehutton6015]

I need another Maddie journey, in light of her announcing her retirement

[@Monica_MALC]

Where do you see who's retiring?!! Maddie is retiring?!

[@bulansalya1950]

@@Monica_MALC im pretty sue she is retiring so she isnt coming back in 2021-2022

[@davewoods8539]

Oh noooooo

[@conniezeng6023]

@@davewoods8539 I saw on her Instagram saying something like thank you for the most amazing four years !

[@CMBauer]

Yes please!

[@minniebartos5992]

I would love to see Kashara as one of the judges when the ladies come back for tryouts. Love her and miss her ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Ian..]

KaShara always makes my day brighter and she seems to have that effect on everyone. What an amazing gift that is.

[@gr82bdanyelle]

Keli: “Kasexyyyyyy” 😂🤣 it’s crazy that originally Jenna was supposed to be point & Kashara snagged it by chance, wonder why Lacey wasn’t the next choice instead.

[@vanessastegall]

Jenna got into trouble

[@shaniawalters6070]

@@vanessastegall wait what did she do to get in trouble??

[@bulansalya1950]

@@shaniawalters6070 I’m pretty sure she was late to something

[@kellyalexa1437]

@@shaniawalters6070 her leadership was questioned when she didn’t stop holly from fraternizing with the players, and after kashara was named point she still asked when she was going to get it back, which was perceived as ungrateful

[@ramonagaerin258]

@@kellyalexa1437 the rumor was Holly was with Dax and Jenna was with her and didn't report it. It says clearly in their contracts that there is no fraternization with players.

[@phoneoperator]

I love that kashara befriended Yuko. Yuko seems so much happier and hope she continues to do well

[@debikierstead9218]

JUST LOVE HER SO DOWN TO EARTH

[@BIGBOYMATD]

I remember the episode her rookie year where she wore the wrong outfit! I remember thinking ohh nooo she seems so cool please don't cut her! I'm so glad they looked past it and gave her a chance! what a Rockstar!

[@Easy_Going__]

KaShara is my all-time favorite! Just kind, generous, beautiful, and FUN!

[@paigesantos8755]

why did this make me cry! kashara is such a light and i am excited to continue to see her involvement in the DCC.

[@v1v1d1ty]

KaShara is literally iconic, i love her

[@DawnBlazex]

Omg!!!! Finally! Thank you so mutch for this! Could you also please do Tasha’s journey?

[@focusonM.E.]

One of the BEST DCC’s to ever do it!! LOVE Kashara!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@vangestelwijnen]

Such a cool girl. Lots of humor!

[@joeuhden5540]

Anyone else just rewatch this everyday because you love Kash so much?

[@MsMorganGirls]

KaShara was my favorite! Beautiful, yes, but so much personality!

[@tonypahi621]

Kashara is the epitome of a DCC Cheerleader. Legend

[@RealTalk1411]

Please let these DCC Journey videos continue. Please do Nicole Bulcher's DCC Journey. We also need Simone's DCC Journey, Kelsey's DCC Journey, Sydeny Durso's DCC Journey, Jacie Scott's DCC Journey, Mia Greenhouse's DCC Journey. Come on guys roll them out.

[@uglyandfat1]

please give us a HOLLY

[@RealTalk1411]

@@uglyandfat1 Highly doubt they will do a DCC journey video on Holly especially given the way she exited. If its anything we could Holly Hubbard's DCC Journey.

[@kerteeveeyuh]

I mean it’s hard to do some of these because there’s not much footage on them. All these journey videos are just show clips. They don’t do outside videos like day in the life stuff which would be great.

[@RealTalk1411]

@@kerteeveeyuh That's the point of the DCC Journey videos. Its to document their journey on the team. All the way from their auditions to when they leave. DCC Journey documents all the trials and tribulations. All the difficulties, getting cut. All the DCC's I listed have more than enough footage for a DCC Journey video. Nicole Bulcher had 11 confessionals during her time on the team and one office visit. Simone had 22 confessionals and 2 office visits. Kelsey had 51 confessionals and 3 office visits. Sydney Durso had 31 confessionals and 2 office visits. Mia Greenhouse had 28 confessionals and 1 office visit. The only person who probably can't get a DCC Journey video is Jacie. She only had 4 confessionals during her time. So all these DCCs can have a Journey video.

[@deltadawn8746]

You can watch DCC all day long from season 1 on pluto they have there own channel and yes I love Kashara I really hated to see her leave but my question is how many years can they cheer before they have to retire I know some are retire 3-5/6 is that as long as they will let them cheer. But the veterans that retired done a dam good job. Couldn't ask for nothing better.

[@oliviasoza3667]

this is the journey that most of us have been waiting to watch

[@Agcb_]

All their stories are inspiring. It is sad what she said about her parents, what they had to do for her to be there :( they are athletes, they should be well paid for their work.

[@jules_1798]

We all needed this so thank you so much!

[@caseycombs8418]

So so very proud of KaShara!!! CheerCats....to Dcc and we are all living vicariously through you pretty girl I just know Mrs Andy is the proudest momma in KY!!! We love you KG!!!

[@Backwoodsbarbie938]

I absolutely adore her accent!!!

[@yesilovee90]

FINALLY!! ✨ This is the one I’ve been waiting for! 💖

[@lesmorrow226]

I would totally watch a KaShara reality show.

[@hannahellis3180]

kashara honestly is so amazing its incredible u go girl

[@davewoods8539]

What a talent, plus compassionate . Wonderful .

[@jamiehudson4894]

Kashara and Maddie will forever be my absolute favorites

[@daylewoolf8734]

Add Brooke Sorenson to Maddie and KaShara and it's and great trio!

[@coll4455]

She is such a beautiful human. Glad to live in a world with people like this.

[@faithdeweese5612]

One of the greatest of all time. 🌟

[@victoriaburcham4320]

We have been WAITING FOR THIS

[@baileybraddock6977]

Finally!!!! I’ve been waiting on this for so long!

[@Devjacksonn]

I need a journey of Amy! She is gorgeous and an AMAZING dancer 😻

[@thejakresky21]

YAYAYAYAYAYA THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!!!

[@heatherhalstead169]

My favorite DCC by far! Love you Kashara

[@emmacoates6406]

KaShara is my fave dcc!Miss her!Great video!

[@zmoore5555]

The one and only...KaShara you are truly an amazing woman.

[@TheLegendaryMovieCritic]

KaShara is my favorite DCC of all time!

[@viktoriasteffen1556]

Yeah!!!! Finally!!

[@Micheleh2o]

She truly puts the "CHEER" in CHEERLEADER! It takes a lot more than just technical dance expertise, it takes spirit and passion and she has it all! I can't help but wonder if she left because of the $ situation?

[@sethbender2863]

The best dcc. The need to bring her in full time to teach or something. We all love her

[@cb5156]

Her Linkd in states she works she is an Event Sales and Presentation Coordinator with Dallas Cowboys

[@lorrainebennett7528]

I just love her personality, she is fun!

[@tiffanydockery6121]

Omg I love Kash.... she is always classy.

[@cuttlefisch]

KaShara is pure 🔥!!

[@byunbacon3880]

I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS I LOVE U KASHARA

[@foodiesglobal101]

One of my favorites to have followed. Such a down to earth sweetheart 💃

[@ac5267]

They really should have included the dance party clip. One of the choreographers I think season 13 asked who thought they had the dance and KaShara stood up and turned around and encouraged everyone to stand up and it turned into a dance party

[@roseejoness]

she is my favorite!

[@ednsav]

Okay why did I cry when Judy said she was very deserving of being first leader and all the stuff about her parents 💙

[@brittknee3758]

I did too.

[@Donnaploss]

KaShara’s my girl!!

[@jaylincampbell4197]

Ka'Shara Was Definitely My Favorite. I Just ❤️ Her

[@bellak46]

Yay!!! KaShara is my absolute favorite cheerleader from the entire series 💖

[@jaleyah2232]

yayayayay finally doing kashara

[@averyflowers8819]

KaShara has such a wonderful sparkle. 💖 Also, a great work ethic!! ❤️😇❤️❣️🎇❣️👏👏👏

[@TikiChaparita]

Love her!

[@antyonecollins9601]

So humble

[@ginagirl2020]

She’s one of my faves. 🙂💙🤍

[@poppinincolumbus5027]

Everyone ❤'s Kashara!!!!

[@claire9790]

My favorite DCC!! I’m so happy she’s still working with the organization!

[@gmoney684]

I love her !

[@smartluck100]

THE ULTIMATE DCC! Goddess KaShara rules!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Dokutahh]

KaShara is the best

[@gr82bdanyelle]

Omg finalllyyyyyyy!!!!!

[@ashlynabrams4142]

I cryed the whole episode

[@morgsmurphy1821]

YESSS my queen love her

[@holliclay7690]

She is my favorite 😍

[@Trisha-yv2jn]

KaShara is probably my favorite!!!

[@click2112]

She's so charismatic

[@tiffanystidham5329]

KaShara makes me proud to be born & raised in Southwest Virginia & have my accent. Lol 💙🤍

[@KESnSC]

Kashara is now an employee with DCC since Aug 2019 👏🏼 ⭐️ **edit: LinkedIn profile is the source

[@savannahrlogrande6993]

I cry all the time this is my dream and when someone gets cut out it’s so sad 💔

[@rebekahsalazar3995]

I'm a Kashara fan but I do find it interesting that she couldn't make show group her first 2 years, then goes to be the point her third..? If Jenna hadn't made her mistakes, Kashara would not have made point.

[@kellyalexa1437]

A lot of growth can happen in a year, and in this case everything happens for a reason!

[@EmVee.]

With or without point she would have been on SG regardless. Her original spot in the triangle was row 3. She was on the right place at the right time with Jenna getting suspended and Erica retiring. She was also a 2nd leader

[@SineadMaria211]

She was the perfect point tho

[@tracygatewood7387]

Kasha’s was a good cheerleader, and a very good mentor and leader.

[@BIGBOYMATD]

Kat barley made the team the first 2 years then made show group her 3rd year. so much growth can happen in a year.

[@isabellatracy8232]

FINALLY KASHARA

[@hula62]

Beautiful!

[@greenisland75]

About time they did Kashara's DCC journey. I would like to see Justine Phillips DCC journey, Julie Jacobs journey, Brittany Evans DCC journey and Brennan's DCC journey

[@__eganista6372]

Absolutely love love love KaSexy. Another real person like Maddie, Lily among many others. Please please consider doing DVD's (Euro/UK compatible) I'd love to be able to own from 2014 - date. They are the reason I started watching.

[@ravercat4]

She is one of my favorite of all time.

[@swedeecklund1933]

My all time favorite cheerleader ❤ , im a Saints fan forever but kashara is the most beautiful and sweetest cheerleader in the history of cheerleaders