This Year's Rookie Class Is Already Game-Day Ready 😍

[@Youluvimani]

I really like the way this season is being filmed! The diversity, the backstories, the way everything is moving quicker! and the talent! THESE GIRLS DID NOT COME TO PLAY!

[@Mebuggiefan]

It shows them in their own environment. Not the stress of introducing themselves right in the judges faces. More relaxed.

[@candicew.1096]

This actually seems a bit more humane of a process so I hope it might changes things...by staying in the hotel, if they are cut they can head home. Unlike when some girls find apartments, sign leases, and set up a new life only to be cut a few weeks into TC.

[@annaconigliaro2907]

I agree with that 1000% since most auditions will at most make you get a hotel or something like that if it's a far travel

[@plutosprincess]

THIS 🙌🏿

[@lillyjames3985]

I actually agree with you!

[@destineeallen88]

Oooh your right!! Good idea!

[@silky0439]

That’s so true. It doesn’t make sense to completely uproot yourself until you know you’ve made the team. These girls are young and . Too young to know anything about weasel clauses in contracts or leases.

[@raelolzers]

okay but the poc girls this season are rlly doing well i cant wait to see more of them

[@MsWaterlily100]

It's so exciting seeing more people being represented and having the opportunity than before. I definitely think having digital auditions helped with that. They dance so well and I can't wait!!

[@kennyb1588]

Didn't one girl even get to wear her natural hair during season? Or am I being wishful 😂

[@raelolzers]

Kenny B i saw someone in here wearing their natural hair! i hope judy and kelly dont straighten her hair

[@raelolzers]

Amya Mills YAY!

[@walover165]

So this year I'm 100% ride or die for Armani, Elli and Darian. They're so great!

[@courtneyneal1385]

Yes my favorites!

[@titasbillah9478]

Duh!

[@bulansalyapradit]

They are amazing

[@heatherlynsey3092]

I’ve got the biggest girl crush on Armani. She’s absolutely beautiful and her spirit is so sweet!

[@whointhehellputthemoffinsi4066]

If Claire W doesn’t make the team this year that’s a crime lol. She’s amazing!

[@CMBauer]

Right?! I started watching her dance right away and kept looking back at her.

[@findyouradventure466]

My favorite!

[@findyouradventure466]

And Kelly!!

[@thepurrfectpencil]

Yessss I rewatched her audition video so many times lol!

[@drew-ih7bx]

Ik I was so impressed with her. Def the strongest of the night I think.

[@maezin1386]

These ladies are coming for their spots. I see you Armani.

[@lauramorgan27]

She’s got the cutest smile

[@courtneyneal1385]

I loved her. One of my favorites so far

[@SUGAR_XYLER]

@@courtneyneal1385 😁 I have a cat named Courtney

[@plutosprincess]

Armani is so cute ☺️

[@lauramorgan27]

Ya hear that, Courtney? You and a domestic house cat share the same name 🤣

[@RealTalk1411]

I see now why Meredith got cut. These rookies aren't playing any games. Armani is everything!!!😍. She has so much power. She dances with so much ease. I am definitely rooting for her. Darian is great as well. Claire W is amazing. Elli was outdancing everyone in her group. If Elli makes the team do not sleep on her. That is future group leader and point of the triangle. Meredith could not make this team this year. The field was too wide. Meredith didn't stand a chance. It was a miracle she made the team. Amelia is gonna get cut for sure. She didn't stand out at all. She was boring. I had high expectations for Alora-Rose especially from her tryout video. She really disappointed me. I ain't lying. I saw in the preview that they are gonna show you the moment where they cut Meredith and Lily. I wanna see that.

[@uglyandfat1]

Facts

[@elizabethsullivan3838]

Spoiler Alert! Some of us didn’t know that and are actually trying to watch the season.

[@christinalyn3]

100% agree.

[@antwonnyy]

@@elizabethsullivan3838 looking at the comments is a bad idea then lol

[@elizabethsullivan3838]

@KATHRYN BRANSFIELD I don't have Instagram, so it still spoiled the outcome for me lol.

[@cj222100]

I like Claire W, she seems quiet & soft spoken, but she dances so powerfully. Her audition tape was one of my favorites as well

[@elizabethsullivan3838]

I think they should keep letting the girls learn the choreography at home prior to training camp. I don’t know how much time there normally is between finals and the first day of training camp, but they should at least let them have practice videos at home.

[@rebeccaspellmeyer5761]

I wish they would sell their outfits and dvds of the dances so people could pretend to be on the show. There are little (and big) girls that would die to learn thunderstruck.

[@UncoordinatedPixie]

Usually 8-9 weeks as Kelli always says “this is x week of training camp” during the show.

[@millionairegym]

It varies. Some Seasons it’s been as short as 2-3 days and others like Season 13 it was about 2 weeks. Normally they do their Calendar shoot after Training Camp, but Season 13, they did it before Training Camp started.

[@Mebuggiefan]

Yes I think that is a great idea too.

[@ericaallen9971]

I do too

[@jff748]

Damn the black women simply aren’t taking any prisoners. Plus they’re all stunning

[@jonathanthomas9677]

Black excellence, I love to see it!

[@northtexasdude]

@@jonathanthomas9677 lots of White excellence too. So great to see!

[@awill3992]

@@northtexasdude Black Excellence is a term created to bring positivity to the black community after white America has belittled them in many aspects of life. Dance included... saying white excellence is like saying white power. With your level of ignorance I don't expect you to understand this.

[@lostchild06]

Yes! #BlackGirlMagic

[@SUGAR_XYLER]

😂😂😂😂

[@xkathleenle]

I love this format. It’s definitely beneficial for everyone to have them stay in hotels, learn the routines beforehand, & keep things fast pace w/small groups to really see who’s strong/weak. You can easily spot the ones that can’t keep up. No wonder the vets are getting cut..

[@cuddlypop23]

Armani is def my new favorite rookie so far she’s such a strong dancer and seems like she has such a pure personality

[@Kytti-not-kitty]

I love her name

[@ashleygordon2076]

FINALLY SEASON 15. CAN'T WAT TO SEE WHO MAKES THE TEAM. THESES ROOKIES ARE LIT!!!😂😊

[@sugarkisses888]

Armani, Elli, and Darian. 😍😍😍 If I were a veteran cheerleader, I'd be scared about losing my spot. These rookies didn't come to play!

[@Beccastyles_]

I would be totally okay with them doing it this way from now on because they don’t have to drag the elimination process out so long. The only thing I’d miss is the bad auditions, those are my favorite! 😂

[@LindaKayHolevas]

Mine too, but I think a lot of those girls show up just to be on the show, it makes for good exiting. Doing it this way would rule out a lot of those wannabes and not waste the judges time.

[@heatherlynsey3092]

Oh the bad auditions are the best 😭😭

[@jeffgreen3376]

I think they intended to cut Amelia, but she talked her way out of it.

[@Mebuggiefan]

I didn't think they would cut here on the first night. It's just rushing. She knows the routines just needs to slow down.

[@jeffgreen3376]

@@Mebuggiefan They did cut her a few days later though.

[@rentme2011]

1:58 They had to home learn 17 dances. I always thought it would be smart to give rookies DVDs to watch as a guide. Looks like Kelli and Judy enjoyed how smooth it was to see them already know choreography

[@RealTalk1411]

I believe this will be the format from here on out even post-COVID. Its a great way to test the rookies. With them learning the routines at home, Kelli and Judy will be able to see who can learn on their own without the need of constant supervision and having to talk to them every 2 minutes

[@Flashygrrl]

They REALLY seemed to enjoy being able to watch the submissions and skip the crap too.

[@jeannelucas3132]

I've always kind of thought that every training camp candidate should come in knowing Thunderstruck, the kick line, and jump splits. It's not like those aren't all over the internet...

[@millionairegym]

Yes I think it is a great idea! You’re nervous as it is, so being able to learn on your own first will help some who could make the team but the nerves not going away fast enough.

[@RealTalk1411]

@@jeannelucas3132 Yes I do think they should come in knowing the basics but you have to remember doing the kick line at home and on the field are too completely different things. So it will definitely have a different effect on the girls.

[@ferrelgillett4780]

Claire W, Armani, Jada, Dani, Darian, Elli, Mckenzie, Sydney and Marissa are who i am rooting for. Hopefully they all make it

[@jeffgreen3376]

Good call. They all made it. I thought that Tori should have made it too, instead of Alora Rose.

[@HeatherLynseyMusic]

These are the best rookies yet!!! They’re all killer beautiful wow

[@vivitv6425]

I know right ! I was shocked !

[@ericaallen9971]

Facts

[@mh2038]

I love how they always use little mix songs YASSSSS I will support Jesy forever :D

[@mkjprofessional5134]

u can honestly hear the excitement in Kelli's voice ....I always laugh when every year Kelli or judy say "we have great talent this year" but they ain't lying this yr cuz every one of those rookies are amazingly talented.... and not to mention drop dead gorgeous.

[@glampreda3803]

Wow! Lots of power! It's great that they already know the routines, it just makes it easier to get down to business. Although, how quickly do they learn routines has always been something they used to consider but maybe it's because they have to have all of them down by a specific date and if you get to training camp and you still don't know them, then we have our answer. Times are changing and no matter what the DCC organization is top notch and will always get the very best- they NEVER disappoint, with their expectations the women and performance are world class and on point.

[@marissagonzalez4141]

Claire W is fantastic

[@kianatube]

Claire W and Elli really stood out in their group, I hope they make it!!!

[@yannanextdoor]

So excited for this new seasonnn!!

[@zozoey_0537]

loving the little mix song choice :)

[@Applezauxe]

i like this way better cause some people can dance with premade choreography with that being said i feel like this group of women can be a whole team themselves

[@amandajs21]

Poor Amelia was just chilling in her room lol

[@2themoon863]

Seems like the rookies had some advantage, in that they weren’t having to look for a place to live or worry about work (at least initially), and they generally came not only ready but were about, what, at the equivalent of Week Three or Four already? What were the veterans doing at this point? Not having seen an episode where the announcement of who made training camp among the veterans is shown-I guess the “announcement” was online-how will the returning veterans deal with the bubble, in terms of their non-DCC jobs and such? And, were there veterans eliminated at that stage-that is, prior to going into the bubble?

[@jenniferblair8171]

All the veterans will join the group in a week or so to try out just as the rookies are doing.

[@jang5918]

What exactly is the “bubble”?

[@solrxjas]

@@jang5918 They are 'isolated', so they can't leave the hotel until they get cut out

[@EmVee.]

Vets will join in weel 2 and 3. 8 vets retired and there are some vet cuts too. The solos that usually get done at finals will now be part of showgroup auditions

[@dovenflight2056]

I am loving this new Setup! They know the dances and are able to put their own style on it! Look out Veterans, I am watching Elle, Claire W, Armani and Darian!

[@sarahlee988]

Wow! What a group! It was a great first episode. Can't wait for next week. The best came out!

[@antwonnyy]

Yesss this group is already amazing 😍🤩 and it’s nice to see Sheridan back, rooting for her

[@laymarisol]

Claire W., Armani, Elli, are serving!! 🔥🔥All of the rookies looked much stronger than previous years, but this is a new level of strength, in my opinion.

[@amandajs21]

I'm so sad no one that got cut last year came back. Would have loved to see Shaina, Madeline, or Alexandria.

[@Lyra_01.]

Yes me too I was looking forward to them coming back but nope...

[@plvltchick1]

Madeline said she auditioned this year on her instagram.......

[@cocofluff]

Yup. I was hoping to see katie try again. Sad.

[@EmVee.]

Madeline S and Gina Marie auditioned. Jasmin from 2018 too

[@plvltchick1]

@@EmVee. just based off this video Madeline was already better than a couple of girls this year. It’s sad but she said she was auditioning again next year

[@pimserella9460]

A Little Mix Song!!! In the U.S.!! My ears are blessed

[@tessajones2764]

I've watched so many DCC videos from this channel and game day and I practically know the songs and choreo to these dances> I want more please, Cant wait for the new seaon

[@bonny96123]

I think them picking people online versus auditions shows how someone really dances. This process was so much nicer for the girls!

[@ashleymasseyofficial]

They are my favorite cheerleaders and it is my dream to be on the team some day! Y’all keep inspiring me and I can’t stop watching!

[@HeatherLynseyMusic]

Keep working and we will be watching you in training camp one day!!

[@ashleymasseyofficial]

@@HeatherLynseyMusic Thank you so much I really appreciate it💝

[@ashleymasseyofficial]

@katlynpinegar Thank you so much! I might buy one of them☺️

[@HeatherLynseyMusic]

Melissa T. A former cheerleader sued and they get $200-400 a game which isn’t that good but beats their old $8-$12 for sure

[@HeatherLynseyMusic]

Melissa T. Agreed!! The cowboys are huge and could afford to pay their cheerleaders like their players!

[@Donnaploss]

These girls are BRINGING IT!

[@marie3322]

Omg I’ve missed dcc so much!!!

the online auditions gave the opportunity for sooooo much more talent... it's incredible

[@PureAloha78]

My favorites so far are Elli, Darian, Claire, And Armani.

[@rhondawickline8891]

Daaaammm!! They are all so great!! Lots of power.

[@mrcleane6559]

Yeah, when I first heard how and why some of the Vets were cut, I was like that's not fair, but now after seeing some of these rookies perform; I think a lot of Vets need to legit be worried. I rooted for her but there is no way Meredith would make this team with these rookies.

[@boopsscoopz2206]

Sydney’s gonna make the cut and Elli was awesome!

[@mariahazcueta3621]

Elli probably replaced Meredith- she’s more powerful. I see why three vets got cut- these rookies just out danced them

[@johnmayor48]

@@mariahazcueta3621 which vets were cut

[@atethatlice]

Which veterans was cut Ik meredith was

[@kda4003]

Meredith, Lily, Brennan and Hannah were cut

[@alexmartinez4751]

UGH Darian is beyond beautiful omg! 😍

[@kassm2771]

Rooting for Darian😍 she’s beautiful and a great dancer!!

[@BeckGho]

So glad to see Sheridan back.

[@meredithroberts846]

It's so different now!!

[@SarahMBreaux]

Loving Armani and Marissa!! Killing it!!

[@meredithroberts846]

This is so exciting!!! I love you guys and look forward to this season:)

[@Mebuggiefan]

I missed the show on Tuesday but it's re-airing tomorrow. I can not wait to see the whole show.

[@mariholst-larsen5950]

Clair w is like the new holly!!

[@EmVee.]

More the new Melissa as she has a good attitude

[@soymarianadelanoche]

the Little Mix music yes!!! 🥰

[@mk7593]

We love ourselves some mixers

[@angiegutti6839]

Their announcement 😞😞😞

[@mk7593]

@@angiegutti6839 ikr literally crying since yesterday

[@meganyates8799]

Can you tell me the name of the song please??

[@hannaanderson1476]

Few minutes in and I definitely have a girl crush on Darian! She's a babe and super cute personality that comes through in her bomb as* dance style. Loveeee it!

[@coll4455]

Clair and Ell!! Love them!!

[@kenny2173]

Darian and Armani my favs already! 😍😍😍

[@FantabulouslyCherry]

Yes!!! My girl Marissa killed it!!! 💙

[@Ale_ER]

I’m pretty sure Claire W will become the next point of the triangle. These rookies are seriously strong

[@CharlieOlivia4]

I wish other reality shows were more entertaining like DCC seasons 1 through 15+. Other shows are about breaking down girls for the sake of breaking them (=$$$). I find it way more fascinating to see such iconic brands (DCC) and legends (Kelly and Judy) bestowing opportunities to cultivate hopefuls with constructive critique and genuine praise whether or not they make it to the field. P.S. Rookies Darian, Armani, Claire just inspired me to make my Fantasy DCC team.🥰😘👏

[@sydnie292]

ARMANI! love her already

[@destineeallen88]

They should partner up with apt place and have the girls (rookies) stay there while in training camp and if they make it they can move out. It would make the process easier for everyone.

[@sarae1509]

So Alora-Rose is no joke my cousin AND I'M SO FREAKING PROUD OF HER!!

[@vivitv6425]

Oh my gosh! Lucky !!

[@taylorbelle2011]

These veterans were not preapred for the HEAT these rookies are bringing. Tryouts are normally in DFW, so for those girls who cannot make it down here, they miss their shot. Tryouts were online this year, so all these girls who may have not been able to travel to Texas before got the green light for Training Camp virtually! Makes it much more competitive and interesting to watch. Last season killed me watching dancers get sent home while others made it through by looks. The rookies this year are stunning and strong! Looking good ladies!

[@gracemullins9920]

Watched this on tv last night and I am so glad you are doing highlights and updates like this incase I miss something.

[@conniezeng6023]

Hi love these previews

[@DANNYTHEFROG123]

Cheers to the rookies. They were prepared

[@katelyngray8645]

Back in SC, Armani lives in my neighborhood

[@desmondlane7984]

It's not a fair comparison judging this season's rookies who've had time beforehand to learn choreography. Although at this point in the game- it's surprising that rookies wouldn't have learned some routines prior to even auditioning and most certainly arriving at training camp.

[@DANNYTHEFROG123]

They learned by watching videos. The others could've went online before auditions

[@smoothiegreenburg6065]

they never show the full choreo its prob like intellectual property they dont send them home with videos since it could be leaked or stolen by the rancho country toros

[@cocofluff]

True. I'm sure this group will have to learn some routines on the spot. It's important to know whether they are quick learners or not like past groups. But honestly, this group still has more style and power already than past rookies did at the end of training camp.

[@desmondlane7984]

@@smoothiegreenburg6065 😏👏🏿

[@desmondlane7984]

@@cocofluff dancing in their game day groups alongside vets would be a better indicator of their power and projection.

[@rileymorgan7893]

Marissa, Armani, and Elli are my very favorites! Oh! And Claire!

[@jamiehlchen]

rookies are strong this year! my favorites are definitely claire w and marissa!

[@nananoodle5020]

Of course u choose only white girls because you wish you were one

[@carolynwilliams6738]

CAN WE please stop the same old horror movie music when the girls get called to the office...? Sounds like they are about to be stabbed! Over it...

[@cocofluff]

They cry like someone stabbed them.

[@carolynwilliams6738]

@@cocofluff That is true!

[@JustKiwiJess]

Claire W was incredible!

[@coll4455]

ARMANI!!! Right away killing and Kelly!!!

[@allisoneuph1]

Armani killed it

[@coll4455]

I wish the showed more of Ell this season!!

[@sunnysideupbrown]

They got an advantage as they got to watch the video over and over again. So they trained waaaaayy more

[@Stprincess]

Wow, everyone's so good!

[@mk7593]

We love them using Little Mix

[@ericaallen9971]

Armani, Dorian, Sydney, Claire W, Elli r amazing so far

[@PatriceWolfe]

WOW, I can't afford cable; so I am loving this...Thanks CMT!!!

[@Youluvimani]

you can watch the first episode FREE on the CMT website!

[@larrydeleon4362]

@@Youluvimani thank you!!!

[@emmaoroxom4022]

@@Youluvimani thank you for letting us know; I love you

[@beyourself2444]

Love Armani, great spunky little dancer with a cute face and personality....

[@mehjabeendinzey1723]

Love Jada!

[@Flashygrrl]

Ok, pretty sure Armani made it. I remember seeing a gif of her high kick and I swear I saw that hair of hers in a clip from their first win.

[@Youluvimani]

she did, lol all the black girls made it!

[@emmaoroxom4022]

@@Youluvimani love that 💕

[@drew-ih7bx]

@@Youluvimani HOW DO YOU KNOW? Yay, they r so good.

[@jasminewashington5953]

@@Youluvimani they better

[@xkathleenle]

Elli is sooo mesmerizing to watch! 💖

[@nicknavarro629]

This is kinda random but is there any way to get the full version of the song they use for the outro of every video?😅😅

[@mamameliora5252]

Claire W is a star

[@emilyerickson7706]

Everyone is sleeping on Marissa!!! 😭❤️

[@bellablow4287]

Freaking love claire

[@shaunlucas2229]

Love Dani!

[@ellaridge940]

Claire W is an alumni from my high school, so I’m rooting for her!!

[@celestea4853]

So excited!!!!!

[@kimberlybrown5843]

Claire is amazing!! I would love to put her next to Holly and have those 2 battle it out for the best DCC dancer Ever!!

[@ansleyburns5715]

idk how their hair does not drive them insane. I have long hair and always have to keep it in a ponytail or bun

[@acbelton19]

I have my favorites already Armani, Claire W, Darian, Elli, Danni, Marissa.

[@amandawayne2124]

Hands up who wants to see Judy do a hair tutorial 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@valdoubell2951]

I like Jessica and Sheridan and also Claire

[@aprilinaugust99]

Claire W and Armani are perfect.

[@justanotherjt]

I know people say Meredith looks like a grown-up Kendall Vertes from Dance Moms and I agree but now I feel like Shannan looks like that at least as much, if not more

[@kda4003]

For all of you international DCC fans that want to (re-)watch the episode 💁🏽‍♂️ watchtvseries.si/?s=Dallas+Cowboys+cheerleaders+

[@louiswilliamson7391]

Armani 😍😍