Season 13
All Episodes
Episode 1
The Road to World-Class Begins
August 2, 2018
Hundreds of eager hopefuls -- ranging from starry-eyed rookies to experienced NFL cheerleaders -- gather at AT&T Stadium for a shot at joining the world’s most famous squad.
Episode 2
Field of Dreams
August 9, 2018
The 125 remaining hopefuls must nail a choreographed routine before advancing to the final rounds, and the DCC veterans reveal their plans for the future.
Episode 3
Leave It All on the Dance Floor
August 16, 2018
A former Laker Girl who survived the Las Vegas shooting chases her dream, and the women work on their solo presentations and interviews as finals approach.
Episode 4
Success Is Such Hard Work
August 23, 2018
The returning veterans travel to the Bahamas to shoot the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders swimsuit calendar, and the rookies feel the pressure as training camp begins.
Episode 5
Getting the DCC Look
August 30, 2018
The first-year hopefuls get new looks on Rookie Makeover Day, DCC alumni give the candidates feedback, and Cowboys' Head Coach Jason Garrett stops by during a rehearsal.
Episode 6
Jump Split Reckoning
September 6, 2018
Before Kelli and Judy make roster cuts, the rookies learn the famed kickline and jump splits, get fitted for the iconic uniform and face Jay Johnson's power squad training.
Episode 7
Big-Time Dance
September 13, 2018
Emmy-winning choreographer Travis Wall tests the hopefuls’ contemporary dance skills, Kelli and Judy make show group selections, and Melissa Rycroft teaches injury prevention.
Episode 8
Here Comes Kitty
September 20, 2018
A veterinary technician chases her dream, Kelli has an uncomfortable conversation about an applicant’s weight, and the women explore their new city.
Episode 9
Field of Fears
September 27, 2018
Candidates hit the football field for the first time as Judy teaches them the DCC entrance. If a candidate can’t pick it up quickly, she will be cut!
Episode 10
The Next Level
October 4, 2018
Candidates take their publicity photo. Being photogenic is a must. You either take a good photo or not. Kelli puts the ladies through media training.
Episode 11
Staying Strong
October 11, 2018
Michael Jackson dancer Marcea Lane comes to town to shake things up; the candidates learn how to rejuvenate; the swimsuit calendar covers are revealed at a special event.
Episode 12
Time's Up
October 18, 2018
Judy gets tough at rehearsal; the candidates learn how to carry themselves under pressure at etiquette training; the first Show Group performance of the year; new members of Show Group, the ladies must shine in front of Charlotte and Mr. Jones.
Episode 13
Game Day
October 25, 2018
The final rehearsal - to cut or not to cut, that is the question; dreams come true as the squad photo is taken; the ladies hit the field for their first game, but first they must prove the moment isn't too big for them.