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MINNESOTA PREMIER TAKES ON NDA POM | TAYLOR VASEK | NCG 70
In this episode of No Counts Given, we sit down with Taylor Vasek, Head Coach of the Minnesota Premier Dance Team at the University of Minnesota, to talk through her journey from dancer to coach and what it takes to lead a competitive program at a high level. From team culture and choreography choices to the pressure of Worlds and NDA, Taylor opens up about the lessons, challenges, and defining moments that have shaped her coaching career. This conversation dives into the det
5 days ago


INTERNATIONAL DANCE LEAGUE (IDL) REACTION & EVENT FOLLOW UP | NCG 68
Kyle Rush is back with a full breakdown of IDL Sydney, diving into the scores, judging trends, team strategies, and standout performances shaping the season so far. From GRV and Royal Family to Jam Republic and Brotherhood, this episode takes a closer look at how teams are building their competitive identities, where the scoring is getting tighter, and why judges may be raising the standard as the season progresses. Kyle also looks ahead to the next stops on the IDL circuit,
Jul 2


THEMES, TECHNIQUE & DIFFICULTY: JUDGES TELL THE TRUTH | SHAN STAVROPOULOS & RAMONA KITCHING | NCG 67
In this episode of No Counts Given, Kyle Rush sits down with Shan Stavropoulos and Ramona Kitching for a deep dive into the world of pom performance, judging, and routine construction. Thank you to our sponsors, this would not be possible without you. Dance Team Union | www.danceteamunion.com Sharpen Up! Dance Team Training | www.sharpenupdtt.com Pom is more than sharp arms and clean visuals. The routines that truly stand out are the ones that combine technique, musicality, s
Jun 18
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UDA: The Biggest School Dance Changes Coaches Need to Know for 2026–2027
UDA has released its updated School Dance divisions and rules for the 2026–2027 season and there is a lot to unpack. The changes that will have the greatest impact involve new Varsity division sizes, Game Day rosters, enrollment verification, athlete trade-outs, Intermediate restrictions, and Nationals eligibility. Here is the simplified version of what every school dance coach needs to know before building rosters and registering for competition. Photo Source: "Results: UDA
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WHY THE UNIVERSITY OF TAMPA DANCE TEAM IS A PROGRAM TO WATCH | LINDSEY GOLDAPER
In this full interview, Lindsey Goldaper, head coach of the University of Tampa dance team, joins No Counts Given to talk about building a standout collegiate dance program from the inside out. Lindsey shares how Tampa continues to grow its presence in the college dance space, the challenges of developing strong team culture, and what it takes to push creative boundaries at Nationals. From leadership development and choreography strategy to community engagement and future goa
1 day ago


INTERNATIONAL DANCE LEAGUE (IDL) REACTION & EVENT FOLLOW UP | NCG 68
Kyle Rush is back with a full breakdown of IDL Sydney, diving into the scores, judging trends, team strategies, and standout performances shaping the season so far. From GRV and Royal Family to Jam Republic and Brotherhood, this episode takes a closer look at how teams are building their competitive identities, where the scoring is getting tighter, and why judges may be raising the standard as the season progresses. Kyle also looks ahead to the next stops on the IDL circuit,
Jul 2
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UDA: The Biggest School Dance Changes Coaches Need to Know for 2026–2027
UDA has released its updated School Dance divisions and rules for the 2026–2027 season and there is a lot to unpack. The changes that will have the greatest impact involve new Varsity division sizes, Game Day rosters, enrollment verification, athlete trade-outs, Intermediate restrictions, and Nationals eligibility. Here is the simplified version of what every school dance coach needs to know before building rosters and registering for competition. Photo Source: "Results: UDA
2 hours ago


Why Your Team Looks Tired Even When They Have Good Stamina
Why Do My Dancers Look Tired When They Have Good Stamina? It is one of my biggest pet peeves in dance team: a routine where the athletes clearly have stamina, but the details disappear by the end. The feet get lazy. The wrists stop being placed. Turn technique starts to slip. Textures blur together. Plie levels change. Picture moments lose their shape. But hey, the team can land a full team back tuck in the last eight-count. And listen, I love a wow moment just as much as the
Jul 7


INTERNATIONAL DANCE LEAGUE (IDL) REACTION & EVENT FOLLOW UP | NCG 68
Kyle Rush is back with a full breakdown of IDL Sydney, diving into the scores, judging trends, team strategies, and standout performances shaping the season so far. From GRV and Royal Family to Jam Republic and Brotherhood, this episode takes a closer look at how teams are building their competitive identities, where the scoring is getting tighter, and why judges may be raising the standard as the season progresses. Kyle also looks ahead to the next stops on the IDL circuit,
Jul 2
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