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Auditions for a new season begin, with fresh hopefuls and returning vets all vying for spots on the Sophisticat flag corp and 14K dance team.

14K and the Sophisticats pick new members -- and make some shocking cuts. Band camp heats up just weeks before the Wildcats' first performance.

Section leaders run field tests to determine which Wildcats will march. A lack of larger uniforms forces Mr. Wells to make a difficult decision.

After losing four freshmen, Sophisticat co-captain Daina tries to rally the rest of the squad. Newbie 14K dancer Tweet is told to tone up.

14K co-captain Ebonee cracks down on her dancers to get them ready. Mellophone section leader Markus wants to make his mother proud.

Tension flares among the Sophisticats as Daina drills -- and disciplines -- the freshmen. The dance committee finalizes the band's field choreography.

With just a week left before battle of the bands, Mr. Wells gives the Wildcats a dose of brutal honesty. An injury sidelines a freshman dancer.

In the wake of Mr. Wells’s critique, the drum majors push the band to turn it up. The Sophisticats aim for unity -- and a unified look.

The drum majors prep for battle by shaving their heads. Tweet works hard to pass inspection, and Markus shares disappointing news.

After a 12-hour road trip to Charlotte, the Wildcats check in to the hotel and rush to get performance-ready in spite of rain -- and ominous skies.

The Wildcats take their seats in the stadium, and the sky opens up in reply. But the fans still expect a stellar show.

With their stand set cut short by heavy rains, the Wildcats march onto the field for the main event. Can they pull off their best performance yet?