Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making The Team

Season 14 •

The real gridiron competition kicks off this August on an all-new season of Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team.

06/05/2019

Kelli welcomes the DCC hopefuls to the first day of the audition process, and the women find out who is moving on to the semifinal.

Phil Whitfield reveals which DCC hopefuls are heading to the semifinal, and the semifinalists prepare for a grueling first day at rehearsals.

Expectations are high as Charm La'Donna and Melissa Rycroft join Kelli and Judy to decide which hopefuls will advance to the semifinal.

When Kelli and Judy have notes for the DCC, the only response they'll accept is "yes, ma'am."

The hopefuls have less than an hour to memorize and perfect their choreography before going through a grueling kick line, and Kelli and Judy make cuts for the final round.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders choreographer Judy Trammell and director Kelli Finglass look back at emotional moments from past seasons when the candidates made the team.

Former Dallas Cowboys linebacker Bradie James learns hair flips, sexy hips and more dance moves from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.

Phil and Kelli provide an inside look at the DCC locker room before the new season premieres Friday, August 2 at 8/7c.

Heather and her fellow teammates break down the moves for their signature kick line in anticipation of the upcoming season of DCC, premiering August 2 at 8/7c.

Whether they're making cuts or motivating the women, Kelli and Judy have doled out their fair share of tough love on DCC, returning August 2 at 8/7c.

Judy and Kelli emphasize the importance of mastering the kickline, a signature move Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders usually perform at the end of their routines.

Stadium ambassador Phil Whitfield offers an exclusive look at AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and the Dallas Cowboys.

Security guard Phil Whitfield, cheerleader of cheerleaders, can always be counted on to fire up the hopefuls when they need an energy boost.

From botched kick lines to wardrobe malfunctions, Judy and Kelli look back at some of the biggest audition debacles.

Kelli and Judy look back at dramatic, emotional and awkward moments from past eliminations.

Through the years, Kelli and Judy have delivered heartbreaking news to many candidates.

Candidates' reactions span from tears of joy to hugs to shock when the women learn they'll be a part of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders team.

Mastering the effortless, sexy hair flip is a must to earn a spot on the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders team.

The squad saga returns in August with a new season of Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team.

The real gridiron competition kicks off this August on an all-new season of Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team.

After making it through the auditioning and training process amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the dancers perform the team's signature pre-game routine for the first time as a squad.

On media day, the hopefuls demonstrate their communication skills while answering a series of questions from Kelli, Judy and four notable guest judges.

After a long day of show group auditions, Kelli and Judy have the heartbreaking task of telling returning veteran Meredith that her journey with the team has come to an end.

Former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Melissa Rycroft helps Kelli and Judi choose which hopefuls are ready to continue to the next round.

A rookie finds out if her training camp will come to an end when she sits down with Kelli and Judy.

With plenty of experience under their belts, the 29 veterans return to training camp with every intention of showing Kelli and Judy they deserve one of the 36 spots on the squad.

Kelli and Judy give one hopeful more time to improve her performance skills and send another home because she's not picking up the moves fast enough.

Working on an abbreviated training schedule, Kelli and Judy evaluate the first night of auditions and call down a nervous rookie to address her hurried dance moves.

Women aspiring to be Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders remotely audition for the squad, sharing a bit about themselves and showing off their impressive moves.

Kelli considers an unorthodox option on the final night of training camp, the full roster is announced, and the dancers suit up for the first official team photo.

The ladies shine bright at their first performance, and rookie Lily talks about her dream coming true after being cut on the last day of the competition the prior year.

After a grueling summer of training, Kelli and Judy announce the final roster, and the ladies chosen for the team celebrate.

With one week until the season starts, the show group nails its first performance, one lady gets cut, and Charlotte Jones Anderson helps Kelli and Judy pare down to 36 women.

The ladies in show group perform in front of Dallas Cowboys fans and executives in their first public test as cheerleaders.

Julia panics when Kelli -- with only two cuts left -- asks to meet with her after practice.

The ladies pose for press photos, Kevin Curry guides the hopefuls through Tex Mex meal prep, and one dancer's health becomes a concern during practice.

Judy and Kelli have a difficult conversation with Shaina, who's struggling to demonstrate her skills on the field while trying to cope with a personal tragedy.

The dancers don the DCC garb for photo shoots during which Judy and Kelli evaluate the ladies' photogenic qualities with a fine-tooth comb.

Media training interviews trip up some of the hopefuls, the women find out their spots in the opening formation triangle, and one of the dancers is injured in a car accident.

Julia talks with Judy and Kelli about whether or not she's medically fit to proceed with training camp after being in a serious car accident.

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The Squad Performs the Signature Dance for the First Time

After making it through the auditioning and training process amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the dancers perform the team's signature pre-game routine for the first time as a squad.

The Hopefuls' Public-Speaking Prowess Is Put to the Test

On media day, the hopefuls demonstrate their communication skills while answering a series of questions from Kelli, Judy and four notable guest judges.

It's the Toughest Cut Yet for Kelli

After a long day of show group auditions, Kelli and Judy have the heartbreaking task of telling returning veteran Meredith that her journey with the team has come to an end.

A Veteran Cheerleader Joins Kelli and Judy for Deliberations

Former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Melissa Rycroft helps Kelli and Judi choose which hopefuls are ready to continue to the next round.

A Hopeful Learns Her Fate

A rookie finds out if her training camp will come to an end when she sits down with Kelli and Judy.

The Vets Enter the Training Bubble with Something to Prove

With plenty of experience under their belts, the 29 veterans return to training camp with every intention of showing Kelli and Judy they deserve one of the 36 spots on the squad.

Which Rookie Lives to Fight Another Day?

Kelli and Judy give one hopeful more time to improve her performance skills and send another home because she's not picking up the moves fast enough.

A Rushed Training Camp Is No Excuse for Rushed Moves

Working on an abbreviated training schedule, Kelli and Judy evaluate the first night of auditions and call down a nervous rookie to address her hurried dance moves.

Meet the 2020 Hopefuls

Women aspiring to be Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders remotely audition for the squad, sharing a bit about themselves and showing off their impressive moves.

Kelli considers an unorthodox option on the final night of training camp, the full roster is announced, and the dancers suit up for the first official team photo.