In the face of challenges, the cheerleaders come together. Alumni from past decades return for a special show as the season comes to an emotional end.

For the remaining contenders, it's all about power and kicks. Each girl gets a dazzling Dallas makeover, but will it help them secure a spot on the team?

A controversy with a group leader shocks the DCC. As the season nears its end, one veteran faces big decisions and another debuts her brave new look.

A critical injury late in the season rattles the roster. From heartbreak to homesicknesses, the girls rally around one another and look to the future.

Dreams come full circle when the team roster is announced. Amid glamours perks and game day preparations, some veterans take issue with their contracts.

Pop quizzes and the DCC legacy weigh heavy as the candidates learn complex choreography, try on uniforms and bond over the stress of training camp.

Hairography and glam take the spotlight as the girls undergo makeovers. The veteran candidates discuss the growing pressure of social media.

Eighty one soloists make it to final auditions for training camp. But with the largest returning veteran class in history, the judges are cutthroat.

Rookie candidates and seasoned veterans prepare for this year's auditions. While some dazzle the team's directors, others leave more to be desired.

With five more cuts to make, the time for "maybe" is over. Kelli and Judy seek a third opinion. Later, group leaders and the final lineup are decided.

Amid nerves and tall orders, standing out in this rookie class is anyone's game. Kelli and Judy dole out both positive reinforcement and reality checks.

The girls grapple with their newfound celebrity status as the NFL season kicks off to the tune of passionate — and opinionated — online commentary.