Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team
The Hopefuls' Public-Speaking Prowess Is Put to the Test
Season 15 •

On media day, the hopefuls demonstrate their communication skills while answering a series of questions from Kelli, Judy and four notable guest judges.
01/05/2021
Highlight
04:21

The Retiring Vets Say Goodbye

The retiring veterans give emotional farewell speeches to the rest of the squad, and Yuko makes an exciting announcement about her future.
08/09/2019
Exclusive
00:00

The DCC Meet Cirque du Soleil

Members of the 2018 DCC squad meet performers from Cirque du Soleil's "Amaluna," and the two groups share some of their iconic moves.
08/16/2019
Exclusive
06:40

The Transformation Begins

The rookies try jump splits and high kicks, Kelli and Judy consider squad leaders, the dancers get fitted for uniforms, and guest choreographer Travis Wall comes to rehearsal.
08/31/2019
Highlight
03:45

The Candidates Visit the Dallas VA Medical Center

The candidates perform a dance routine at the Dallas VA Medical Center, and Kelli pays close attention to the rookies as they interact with the veterans.
09/06/2019
Highlight
03:47

A Picture Is Worth a Spot on the Team

The dancers don the DCC garb for photo shoots during which Judy and Kelli evaluate the ladies' photogenic qualities with a fine-tooth comb.
10/11/2019
Highlight
03:54

Kelli and Judy Reveal the Team

After a grueling summer of training, Kelli and Judy announce the final roster, and the ladies chosen for the team celebrate.
10/25/2019
Highlight
04:14

The Team Performs at Their First Game

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.
10/25/2019
Exclusive
16:43

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.
11/24/2020
Highlight
02:45

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.
11/24/2020
Highlight
02:44

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.
12/08/2020
Highlight
03:54

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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.
01/05/2021
Highlight
02:22

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.
01/12/2021
Exclusive
07:36

Overtime - Judges' Showcase

Kelli and Judy discuss the season premiere, including the training camp's return to the field, Maddie's retirement and Daphne's knee injury; then Claire takes the Star Spotlight.
09/28/2021
Exclusive
08:29

Overtime - You Came to Play!

Judy and Kelli reveal what Brittany Perry-Russell's guest choreography showed them about the dancers and discuss the first cuts of the season, and Armani takes the Star Spotlight.
09/28/2021
Exclusive
08:18

Overtime - Call the Medic!

Kelli and Judy discuss Kya's perfectionism and Daphne's devastating second knee injury, and KayDianna takes the Star Spotlight.
10/05/2021
Exclusive
10:31

Overtime - Social Media Dilemma

Kelli and Judy comment on the energizing effect of Denise Dicharry's choreography, Cailey's graceful exit, Ava's questionable social media posts, and an emotional uniform fitting day.
10/12/2021
Exclusive
09:47

Overtime - Turn Them Out

Kelli and Judy discuss Maddie and Criscilla's inspirational stories, Ashley's second chance, and what makes Travis Wall such an outstanding choreographer.
10/19/2021
Exclusive
11:24

Overtime - Stomp the Roach!

Kelli and Judy break down the hardest things about learning the official entrance routine, the magic of the rookie locker room, the nerves associated with the famous jump splits and more.
10/27/2021
Exclusive
10:18

Overtime - Show Group Showdown

Kelli and Judy discuss the far-reaching influence of the signature dance routine, NFL sportscaster MJ Acosta's role as judge and interviewer, the judges opinions during a tough cut and more.
11/02/2021
Exclusive
12:12

Overtime - I've Heard Rumors...

Kelli and Judy highlight the most dramatic transformations from makeover day, discuss Lisa's emotional decision to leave camp, and talk with Gina about being named point of the triangle.
11/08/2021
Exclusive
08:27

Overtime - You Are Wasting Our Time!

Judy and Kelli share their thoughts on one of the hopefuls auditioning for The Rockettes, making their final cuts to the team and the excitement when the dancers get their custom boots.
11/15/2021
Exclusive
11:13

Overtime - Everybody Needs a Dream

Kelli and Judy discuss the tough decision to cut Ava, Meet the Team night glitches, the surprise announcement of the final squad and more.
11/22/2021
Exclusive
08:27

Overtime - You Are Wasting Our Time!

Judy and Kelli share their thoughts on one of the hopefuls auditioning for The Rockettes, making their final cuts to the team and the excitement when the dancers get their custom boots.
11/15/2021
Exclusive
12:12

Overtime - I've Heard Rumors...

Kelli and Judy highlight the most dramatic transformations from makeover day, discuss Lisa's emotional decision to leave camp, and talk with Gina about being named point of the triangle.
11/08/2021
Exclusive
10:18

Overtime - Show Group Showdown

Kelli and Judy discuss the far-reaching influence of the signature dance routine, NFL sportscaster MJ Acosta's role as judge and interviewer, the judges opinions during a tough cut and more.
11/02/2021
Exclusive
11:24

Overtime - Stomp the Roach!

Kelli and Judy break down the hardest things about learning the official entrance routine, the magic of the rookie locker room, the nerves associated with the famous jump splits and more.
10/27/2021
Exclusive
09:47

Overtime - Turn Them Out

Kelli and Judy discuss Maddie and Criscilla's inspirational stories, Ashley's second chance, and what makes Travis Wall such an outstanding choreographer.
10/19/2021
Exclusive
10:31

Overtime - Social Media Dilemma

Kelli and Judy comment on the energizing effect of Denise Dicharry's choreography, Cailey's graceful exit, Ava's questionable social media posts, and an emotional uniform fitting day.
10/12/2021
Exclusive
08:18

Overtime - Call the Medic!

Kelli and Judy discuss Kya's perfectionism and Daphne's devastating second knee injury, and KayDianna takes the Star Spotlight.
10/05/2021
Exclusive
08:29

Overtime - You Came to Play!

Judy and Kelli reveal what Brittany Perry-Russell's guest choreography showed them about the dancers and discuss the first cuts of the season, and Armani takes the Star Spotlight.
09/28/2021
Exclusive
07:36

Overtime - Judges' Showcase

Kelli and Judy discuss the season premiere, including the training camp's return to the field, Maddie's retirement and Daphne's knee injury; then Claire takes the Star Spotlight.
09/28/2021
Highlight
02:22

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.
01/12/2021
Highlight
03:54

Now Playing
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.
01/05/2021
Highlight
02:44

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.
12/08/2020
Highlight
02:45

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.
11/24/2020
Exclusive
16:43

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.
11/24/2020
Highlight
04:14

The Team Performs at Their First Game

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.
10/25/2019
Highlight
03:54

Kelli and Judy Reveal the Team

After a grueling summer of training, Kelli and Judy announce the final roster, and the ladies chosen for the team celebrate.
10/25/2019
Highlight
03:47

A Picture Is Worth a Spot on the Team

The dancers don the DCC garb for photo shoots during which Judy and Kelli evaluate the ladies' photogenic qualities with a fine-tooth comb.
10/11/2019
Highlight
03:45

The Candidates Visit the Dallas VA Medical Center

The candidates perform a dance routine at the Dallas VA Medical Center, and Kelli pays close attention to the rookies as they interact with the veterans.
09/06/2019
Exclusive
06:40

The Transformation Begins

The rookies try jump splits and high kicks, Kelli and Judy consider squad leaders, the dancers get fitted for uniforms, and guest choreographer Travis Wall comes to rehearsal.
08/31/2019

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