<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[NO COUNTS GIVEN]]></title><description><![CDATA[NO COUNTS GIVEN]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:08:37 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.nocountsgiven.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[USASF TRANSPARENCY | BLIND ITEM ADVICE | UDA &#38; NDA NATIONALS PLOT TWIST WITH SFA | NCG 64]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thank you for supporting No Counts Given this past year. I appreciate every single one of you that tune in weekly. I hope you enjoy this 2 hour ONE YEAR B-DAY episode. We couldn’t do this without our sponsors, thank you. Dance Team Union | www.danceteamunion.com Rebel Athletic | www.rebelathleticdance.com Sharpen Up! Dance Team Training | www.sharpenupdtt.com Dance Team Supply | www.danceteamsupply.com Today on the show, I’m breaking down IDL Sydney and sharing my overall predictions for how...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/usasf-transparency-blind-item-advice-uda-nda-nationals-plot-twist-with-sfa-ncg-64</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a18870f8b50f46c29e05daf</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:20:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/WU2N0totMmM" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[SFA Is Doubling Down: Stephen F. Austin Dance Team Set to Compete at Both UDA and NDA College Nationals]]></title><description><![CDATA[SFA Dance Team secures the Runner-Up spot in Division I Pom at the 2026 NDA National Championships For most college dance teams, the road to nationals has one destination. One peak. One championship weekend circled on the calendar. But for Stephen F. Austin State University Dance Team, the 2026-2027 season is shaping up differently. Head Coach T.J. Maple has shared with No Counts Given that SFA is transitioning from the usual college dance team standard of competing at one national...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/sfa-is-doubling-down-stephen-f-austin-dance-team-set-to-compete-at-both-uda-and-nda-college-nation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a10a220a2438924d10d22fe</guid><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 16:50:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/03430a_43dd913963b34a4ca2936de27e69f11c/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE COLLEGE CLASSIC NATIONALS TOP 3 COVERAGE | DII, DI SMALL AND DI LARGE DIVISIONS ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The divisions everyone’s watching? Yeah… we’re breaking it ALL the way down. In this episode of No Counts Given, we’re diving into the DII, DI Small, and DI Large divisions from The College Classic… where the margins are tight, the pressure is real, and every single detail matters. This is where titles are earned… and where the conversation gets LOUD. Dance Team Union | www.danceteamunion.com Sharpen Up! Dance Team Training | www.sharpenupdtt.com Dance Team Supply | www.danceteamsupply.com...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/the-college-classic-nationals-top-3-coverage-dii-di-small-and-di-large-divisions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0f74f48fa816dacc7c9d3a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 21:12:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/BhvPxpTDv74" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building a Championship Program Through Legacy, Innovation, and Community with St. Ambrose University]]></title><description><![CDATA[Explore how St. Ambrose University Dance has built a championship legacy through innovation, athleticism, strong university support, and a deep connection to campus culture. St. Ambrose University NAIA Pom at The College Classic In collegiate dance, success does not happen by accident. It is built through years of consistency, leadership, culture, and the ability to keep evolving while still honoring the foundation that came before. St. Ambrose University Dance is a clear example of what...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/building-a-championship-program-through-legacy-innovation-and-community-with-st-ambrose-universit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a080f4fea733de5ffb5a9b1</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 06:41:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/03430a_1ea0e1c558a4455ebb5c236ae1ba0129/720p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Switching Brands Successfully: How Dance Teams Can Navigate a Nationals Transition With Purpose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switching nationals brands can be a major decision for any dance team. Learn how to transition successfully with clear communication, athlete buy-in, strategic planning, and a strong team-first mindset.  In the competitive dance world, switching nationals brands is more than changing where a team performs at the end of the season. It can shift the way a team trains, builds routines, approaches scoring, manages expectations, and defines success. For some programs, a brand change represents...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/switching-brands-successfully-how-dance-teams-can-navigate-a-nationals-transition-with-purpose</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a080b260b9e4f37fd26b75b</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 06:23:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/03430a_d734db428d6d482182f95b1bdbe0aff2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_910,h_976,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Watch College Dance Like a Judge: Breaking Down NAIA, JUCO and DIII at The College Classic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to analyze college dance competitions through performance quality, scoring trends, choreography, technique and standout routines from NAIA, junior college and Division III programs. Grand Valley State University competing at The College Classic College dance is not just about who hits the hardest trick, who has the biggest team, or who brings the loudest music cut. At its best, college dance is a full competitive product. It is performance, athleticism, musicality, storytelling,...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/how-to-watch-college-dance-like-a-judge-breaking-down-naia-juco-and-diii-at-the-college-classic</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a08053eea733de5ffb59319</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 06:08:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/03430a_ed4b4f6191154e718fb339d2cc422750~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_739,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AVILA DIDN’T JUST WIN THE TITLE. THEY BUILT THE DIVISION. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Avila brought one of the clearest routine identities in the division, fully committing to their monster inspired theme from the very first moment. The music, performance choices, character work, and movement intention all lived in the same world, which made the concept immediately recognizable. This was not a team just wearing a theme on top of the routine. They actually performed through it, and that commitment helped the character bleed into the quality of movement. What stood out most was...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/avila-didn-t-just-win-the-title-they-built-the-division</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a07eef4ea733de5ffb567ca</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 04:19:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/03430a_ceaed5ca7a3d4729bd045126d4e83c65/720p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Trinity Valley’s Winning Formula with Head Coach Emma Cox]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trinity Valley Community College has built a reputation for showing up when the pressure is high, the room is loud, and the expectations are even louder. In this short interview, head coach Emma Cox gives us a closer look at the strategy, preparation, and coaching mindset behind one of the most respected programs in the competitive dance team space. That is where Trinity Valley’s coaching strategy becomes clear. Great routines are not just made by choosing the biggest skills or the most...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/inside-trinity-valley-s-winning-formula-with-head-coach-emma-cox</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a07ecac0b9e4f37fd267aba</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 04:09:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/03430a_c82a0327450d47e9ba084ea8e7dc1bd2/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE COLLEGE CLASSIC | NAIA, JUNIOR COLLEGE &#38; NAIA COVERAGE | FEATURING COACH INTERVIEWS | NCG 62]]></title><description><![CDATA[The divisions that don’t always get the spotlight? Yeah… we’re putting them CENTER STAGE. We couldn't do this without our sponsors: Dance Team Union | www.danceteamunion.com Sharpen Up! Dance Team Training | www.sharpenupdtt.com Dance Team Supply | www.danceteamsupply.com Follow No Counts Given on all social media platforms @nocountsgiven and follow our host, Kyle Rush, on all platforms @itskylerush This episode is dedicated to highlighting the athletes, the coaches and the programs that...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/the-college-classic-naia-junior-college-naia-coverage-featuring-coach-interviews-ncg-62</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a054cb62fe6e98eed48e24e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 04:20:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/vy68m9mYzVk" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Graceland University Jazz: Big Song, Big Expectations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Graceland University made a bold choice coming out with an iconic song. When you bring a track like “Another One Bites the Dust” to the floor, the expectation is naturally set high. The judges know the musicality. They know the moments. They know where the routine should hit. With a song that recognizable, the performance has to match the demand from the very first count. The routine started strong. Graceland came out with energy, confidence, and technical elements that showed they were...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/graceland-university-jazz-big-song-big-expectations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04d925e5f825d008b2ec4e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:04:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/03430a_417bd1dca42a40a691a3bd70816bd006/720p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morningside University Jazz: A Small Team With Big Visual Potential]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morningside University Jazz walked onto the floor with a small but mighty group of 6 dancers, and what stood out immediately was how much visual opportunity this team was able to create with limited numbers. In a division where larger teams can sometimes rely on volume, Morningside had to rely on clarity, intention, and smart formation work. That is where this routine showed promise. This team pushed formation variations well throughout the performance. With only 6 dancers, every pathway,...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/morningside-university-jazz-a-small-team-with-big-visual-potential</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04d89e4c277d8732aeb2ed</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:02:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/03430a_0c0a38ccdca848308d39089dc405478d/720p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[NAIA POM: THE STORY THESE SCORES TELL]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a division like NAIA Pom, the score range tells a story bigger than placement alone. A team sitting at 83.90% (Briar Cliff University) is not necessarily “bad” by any means. That score often reflects a team that has a clear foundation: the routine is recognizable, the style is present, and the athletes are getting through the material. But at this level, the separation usually comes down to consistency. Precision, motion strength, formation control, synchronization, and performance quality...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/naia-pom-the-story-these-scores-tell</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04d75779ecda3e9fe2a033</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:59:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/03430a_9ad2f773c18c4590b038adf7c863fbce/720p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[FROM JUSTIN BIEBER TO NFL PRO: HANNAH STUTTS’ DANCE JOURNEY | #61]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hannah Stutts (@hannahstutts @dtu.therankings) breaks down what it really takes to stand out in the dance and pro cheer world, and it’s not just talent. From her early days in Alabama to performing with a top NFL team, Hannah shares how she built a career by doing what most dancers are told not to do: show her personality. She dives into her journey through studio training, convention circuits, and pro cheer, revealing how each step shaped her resilience, confidence, and growth mindset. The...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/from-justin-bieber-to-nfl-pro-hannah-stutts-dance-journey-61</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04df4948aeb3fcb243584e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/NhGbB5SN3ks" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[DANCE TEAMS: STORYTELLING IS THE REAL WINNING FORMULA | JESSE HERNANDEZ + ICU &#38; USASF WORLDS | #60]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most teams are chasing perfection… but the programs winning RIGHT NOW are chasing something deeper. In this episode of No Counts Given, Kyle Rush breaks down the biggest global stages in the industry, the ICU World Cheerleading Championships and USASF Dance Worlds, and why these events are quietly reshaping the future of dance teams and “performance cheer”. From Team USA’s dominance to the rise of international programs leveling up FAST, this episode dives into how choreography, storytelling,...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/dance-teams-storytelling-is-the-real-winning-formula-jesse-hernandez-icu-usasf-worlds-60</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04dfefe5f825d008b2f98e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:33:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/tUfg5jKgBYs" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE BAYLOR DANCE WITH ANNIE ROSE CARRELL + THE BLIND ITEMS SHAKING THE DANCE TEAM WORLD | #59]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this episode, Coach Annie Rose Carroll takes us inside the rise of Baylor Dance, from her transition into coaching to building a program that’s both competitive and culture-driven. But this conversation doesn’t stop at Baylor… We’re also diving into some of the most talked-about conversations in the dance team world right now, from division shakeups to the pressure being placed on dancers earlier than ever. This one balances insight, honesty, and a little bit of chaos… exactly how we like...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/inside-baylor-dance-with-annie-rose-carrell-the-blind-items-shaking-the-dance-team-world-59</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04e05268a3e7adcb161d27</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:35:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/UWVoh7uRxqg" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE COLLEGE CLASSIC 2026 | FINAL THOUGHTS]]></title><description><![CDATA[The College Classic 2026, it's a wrap! Here are some of my final thoughts... See you next year! We couldn’t do this without our sponsors, thank you. Dance Team Union | www.danceteamunion.com Rebel Athletic | www.rebelathleticdance.com Sharpen Up! Dance Team Training | www.sharpenupdtt.com Dance Team Supply | www.danceteamsupply.com Follow No Counts Given on all social media platforms @nocountsgiven and follow our host, Kyle Rush, on all platforms @itskylerush]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/the-college-classic-2026-final-thoughts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a07dd39ea733de5ffb5430e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/v_cSs-nOReI" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ TOP POM TEAMS TO WATCH AT THE COLLEGE CLASSIC | NCG 56]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Pom division just got flipped upside down. In this episode of No Counts Given, we break down the Top Pom teams competing at The College Classic based on actual data, historical results, and what the scoresheet really rewards. From returning champion Ohio University to rising threats like Central Michigan, Oregon, and Baylor, we’re diving into what each team did in 2025, where they hit, where they missed, and what they need to fix if they want to win this season. Dance Team Union |...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/top-pom-teams-to-watch-at-the-college-classic-ncg-56</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a07dcacdf43effc8cde53b3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/m3ddD_sBY8g" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ LISA NISKAR ON ROCHESTER’S SUCCESS, POM ON NATIONAL TV, STAGE 8 RESPONSE | NCG #55]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rochester isn’t just winning titles… They're building a legacy. In this episode, we sit down with Coach Lisa Niskar to unpack the evolution of one of the most dominant programs in the game. From a COVID-era rebuild to becoming a national powerhouse, this conversation dives into the culture, discipline, and intentionality that fuel Rochester’s success. We talk about injuries, pressure, leadership, and what it really takes to be an elite athlete. Plus, a candid look at coaching dynamics, team...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/lisa-niskar-on-rochester-s-success-pom-on-national-tv-stage-8-response-ncg-55</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a07dc28ea733de5ffb540b2</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/14UZUh9CFaQ" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[NO MORE INTERMEDIATE DIVISIONS | WHY DOES EVERYONE GET INVITED TO NATIONALS? | NCG 54]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rebel vs. Varsity and the Industry Power Plays No One Can Ignore. In this episode, we break down the growing tension between Varsity and Rebel, the business moves shaping today’s cheerleading and dance landscape, and the bigger conversations the industry keeps dancing around. From event access and branding power to the real purpose of novice, intermediate, and advanced divisions, this is an honest look at how competition structure, company politics, and outdated systems can impact athlete...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/no-more-intermediate-divisions-why-does-everyone-get-invited-to-nationals-ncg-54</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a07dbd0ea733de5ffb53ff3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/4R3dkefoPR0" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[DTU NATIONALS COACHES SPEAK OUT: SCORING, FAVORITISM &#38; THE REAL COMPETITION EXPERIENCE | NCG 53]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four DTU Nationals coaches pull back the curtain on what really goes down behind the scenes at one of the biggest events in the dance team world. From emotional highs and crushing lows to tough conversations about scoring transparency, judging consistency, and division structure, this roundtable gets real about the competition experience. The coaches break down everything from registration chaos and venue logistics to the pressure teams face on and off the floor, while also tackling bigger...]]></description><link>https://www.nocountsgiven.com/post/dtu-nationals-coaches-speak-out-scoring-favoritism-the-real-competition-experience-ncg-53</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a07db7adf43effc8cde5122</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/HBQ0HiuKtXE" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kyle</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>