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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

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 t

The Battle at DTU Nationals is on full display. In this episode of No Counts Given, we’re putting some of the weekend’s top routines head-to-head and letting you decide who takes the win. No score breakdowns. No judging analysis. Just the routines. Kyle Rush showcases the standout performances from this division and turns it into a challenge for the audience: Who actually won The Battle? Watch the routines, compare the performances, and lock in your prediction before the resu

In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the Jazz and Lyrical divisions at Dance Team Union Nationals - the scores, the strategy, and the stories behind the performances. From technical precision and extension control in jazz to emotional execution and musical nuance in lyrical, we’re unpacking what separated the champions from the finalists. We’re talking composition, transitions, difficulty choices, caption strengths, and where certain routines either soared… or left points

Kyle Rush breaks down the 2026 Dance Team Union Nationals Hip Hop and Spirit Showdown divisions with zero fluff and full receipts. From score sheet strategy to the teams that actually understood musicality, spacing, and texture... this is the real conversation behind the numbers. 🔥 MAJOR THANK YOU to our sponsors! Show some love to Dance Team Union & Sharpen Up Dance Team Training and let them know No Counts Given sent you! No Counts Given is excited to partner with Rebel At

In this episode of No Counts Given, Kyle Rush breaks down the Pom and Kick divisions at Dance Team Union Nationals, going far beyond placements and into what actually separates good from great. What really moves a score? What is “overall impression” actually rewarding? And why is one emotion not enough anymore? Kyle unpacks the DTU Pom score sheet, explains how judges evaluate technique, difficulty, choreography, and thematic clarity, and calls out where teams are leaving poi

🔥 MAJOR THANK YOU to our sponsors! Show some love to Rebel Athletic, Dance Team Union & Sharpen Up Dance Team Training and let them know No Counts Given sent you! No Counts Given is excited to partner with Rebel Athletic — one of the fastest-growing names in the dance industry. Known for delivering show-stopping costumes to some of the biggest teams in the nation, Rebel creates custom looks for every style, every vision, and every budget. If you're ready to take your team's

In this episode of No Counts Given, Kyle Rush breaks down the energy building toward Dance Team Union Nationals, spotlighting three routines already sparking conversation before teams even hit the floor. From Pasco's explosive, texture-driven hip hop to Bingham’s precision-packed jazz and Floyd Central’s legacy-defining pom, this episode digs into what separates contenders from champions. 🔥 MAJOR THANK YOU to our sponsors! Show some love to Rebel Athletic, Dance Team Union &

Nationals season is officially loading… and the clock is ticking. ⏱️ 🔥 MAJOR THANK YOU to our sponsors! Show some love to Rebel Athletic, Dance Team Union & Sharpen Up Dance Team Training and let them know No Counts Given sent you! No Counts Given is excited to partner with Rebel Athletic — one of the fastest-growing names in the dance industry. Known for delivering show-stopping costumes to some of the biggest teams in the nation, Rebel creates custom looks for every style,

🔥 MAJOR THANK YOU to our sponsors! Show some love to Rebel Athletic, Dance Team Union & Sharpen Up Dance Team Training and let them know No Counts Given sent you! No Counts Given is excited to partner with Rebel Athletic — one of the fastest-growing names in the dance industry. Known for delivering show-stopping costumes to some of the biggest teams in the nation, Rebel creates custom looks for every style, every vision, and every budget. If you're ready to take your team's

🔥 MAJOR THANK YOU to our sponsors! Show some love to Rebel Athletic, Dance Team Union & Sharpen Up Dance Team Training and let them know No Counts Given sent you! No Counts Given is excited to partner with Rebel Athletic — one of the fastest-growing names in the dance industry. Known for delivering show-stopping costumes to some of the biggest teams in the nation, Rebel creates custom looks for every style, every vision, and every budget. If you're ready to take your team's

No Counts Given is excited to partner with Rebel Athletic — one of the fastest-growing names in the dance industry. Known for delivering show-stopping costumes to some of the biggest teams in the nation, Rebel creates custom looks for every style, every vision, and every budget. If you're ready to take your team's presence to the next level, it's time to experience the Rebel Difference. Are you registered for The Rankings, Regionals, or Nationals yet? 👀 Don’t miss your shot

Major THANK YOU to our sponsor, Dance Team Union! Head to www.danceteamunion.com to learn more about their regional and national events! Alright, here is part 2! If you haven't watched part 1, go watch!

Major thank you to our podcast sponsor, Dance Team Union. Head over to www.danceteamunion.com to learn more about their summer camps, regional competitions and nationals events. This week on No Counts Given, Kyle Rush sits down with Troy and Marisa Corrales to pull back the curtain on the dance team competition world. Now listen, I understand. Dance Team Union is a big sponsor and partner to No Counts Given. This conversation comes from a non-bias perspective. From all-star c

Thank you to our INCREDIBLE sponsor, Dance Team Union! For more information on The Rankings, go to www.danceteamunion.com Today’s episode… Wow. Three incredible judges weighing in on my favorite dance team category. From judging misconceptions, acro skills, turn combinations… we touch on so much… SO MUCH. Let me know what you think… are we in a pom pandemic? Eeeek.