Loren (S9 Rookie)

* Loren says it was an honor to be voted this year’s fan favorite. Her heart is filled with joy, and a huge part of that is due to her students. [*She’s seen leading a dance class*] It was through social media and the support and voting of her students’ families, even all the way to Iran. She dances for the Mavericks, but she got the opportunity to build a high school dance program. She wants to be a DCC because it’s always been her dream. She thinks it’s important for her students to see her following her dreams, but also to give back to the community.

## **Confessionals**

Total: 18

Season 9: 16 (T8th most)

Season 10: 2

### **Season 9**

**(9.2)**

* So today, we are going to find out who the fan pick is, and who gets sent automatically into training camp. Can’t wait to find out who makes it into training camp.
* If you win the fan favorite vote, then you are automatically moved on to training camp.
* I’m very thankful and blessed to all my fans and all my students and teachers who voted for me.

**(9.3)**

* Expectations are really high. So, walking into the meeting, I’m feeling a little nervous.
* Biography

**(9.4)**

* [Before office] I am worried that tonight is a cut night. I’m just hoping and praying that it’s not because I don’t want to go home this early.
* [After office] In order for me to be in that 36, I have to continue stepping up my game, making corrections quicker, and just overall, being better.
* We’re at AT&T Stadium and it’s uniform fittings and I am feeling so excited for the first time.

**(9.5)**

* I’ve always been blonde. I’ve never been any other color. Can’t wait to see what they’re gonna do with my hair. Hopefully it’s nothing.
* Roger, the stylist, and Kelli decided that we are gonna go brown. It’s crazy.
* [After makeover] I don’t really know how I feel about it right now. Now I’m a brunette.
* Meagan was cut from training camp and it’s been really hard, but it just makes us realize how any night could be your last.
* [Before office] I feel like tonight was a little chaotic, with everything that’s going on. My hair is a huge change. Every time I look in the mirror, I have to do a double take because I don’t really realize that it’s me for a minute.
* [After office] When I realized what the conversation was going to be about, I felt relieved, but they really want to see me transform on the floor, as well.

**(9.6)**

* [After office] Right now, I’m just feeling really emotional and just trying to do my best. This is something that I want so bad, and I’m going to fight for it.

**(9.8)**

* [Makes team] Changing my hair absolutely worked and I would go any color they asked.

### **Season 10**

**(10.7)**

* It is absolutely a vet’s responsibility to help new girls make the team. On the field, you’re one big unit, so you got to work together. I’m going to be talking to the girls and just trying to get them psyched up for tonight. The best advice that I can give the girls is if you love dance, go out there and do it, don’t ever think it.
* If they don’t know the polishing for our signature dance, they probably don’t know what’s going on with the other dances. Hopefully they can pick it up quicker.

## **Commentary**

### **Season 9**

**(9.2)**

* [Finals deliberation] This was the former Mavs dancer. – K/ I thought her power was a little too harsh. – Charlotte/ It was an aggressive style. I’m wondering how much of that is basketball trained. – J/ I think it’s going to be a dance problem. And, she just didn’t wow me. I mean, she had a lot of energy, but it was just kind of plain.

**(9.3)**

* Loren has good, powerful style. – K

**(9.4)**

* Good projection. Sometimes you have too spastic of your facials. Are you trying to have a little collection of facials to entertain us? [*Loren says yes*] So, back off on that a little bit. – K

**(9.5)**

* [Makeover] All the judges said was “yellow, yellow, yellow.” I think her hair, it’s very yellow, and I don’t think it’s doing her any favors. – K
* [Makeover] Her hair is as yellow as this highlighter. – K
* [Makeover] She literally looked like a different person. She may be in a little bit of brunette shock. – K
* [Dancing] Loren seems a little distracted. I wonder if it’s her hair?
* [Modelling] This is uncomfortable. – J
* Loren looks pretty. – K/ Yeah, Mallory’s doing worse than her. – J

**(9.6)**

* [Your kicks] weren’t that impressive. – K/ And I was looking at this, and I’m like, “Oh, wow, the hair!” I really like it. But yeah, just those kicks a little bit. – DJ Guthrie
* [Cameos] I think she looks much prettier than she did before. The color is amazing. – K
* Loren looks really clunky, but sassy. – J

### **Season 10**

**(10.6)**

* [Show group auditions] Oh, boy. Thank you, Loren. – K [*said sarcastically*]

## **Office Visits**

### **Season 9**

**(9.4)**

* [Mid episode, first of two] When asked how she’s doing, Loren says she feels good and excited. Kelli says they already mentioned her facials. She seems to be rushing a little. That would be an area of improvement. Kelli says this training group is a great one for Loren to say she’s a part of, but it will be a difficult team to make. She tells her that out of the 43 in the room, she was number 37. So, she made it into training camp with the fans, and thinks she’s in a good place. Loren says she’ll do everything she can to prove to them that she deserves a spot there. Kelli says she believe in Loren’s commitment, dedication, and hard work. Loren thanks them for the feedback, saying she respects them and feels really blessed to be there. [*Loren leaves*] Kelli mentions that nine judges said “yes,” four said “maybe,” and the fans said “yes,” so they’ll see.

**(9.5)**

* [Mid episode, second of three] Kelli asks if she’s still in hair shock. Loren says a little, but even though it’s different, she likes it. Kelli thinks it was the right decision and brings out her features. But the hair isn’t what would keep her out; it’s her dancing. Her dancing received good comments on dance at auditions, but now “good” has to be “great.” [*Loren leaves*] Kelli says if they post her picture now, the fans won’t even know that’s who they voted for.

**(9.6)**

* [Mid episode, second of two, Judy absent] Kelli is concerned about her kicks – they’re not beautiful. For her to have a chance to make the team, every routine has to be her best. And even if she doesn’t make the team, at least she’ll know she did her best. Loren starts crying, and Kelli asks why she’s crying, and Loren says she isn’t. Kelli says she thinks she is. She asks if she’s said something to upset her, and Loren apologizes, saying she’s just emotional from sitting out there, waiting. Kelli says she’s not trying to play games for her emotions. Loren understands, and says that is part of the process too, seeing how strong they are. Kelli disagrees, saying she was the last meeting because she was the last yellow folder on her desk. This is happy faces and high kicks, and she can do that and shouldn’t overthink this. Kelli asks if she likes her new hair, and Loren responds affirmatively. Kelli says she can still go back, and after a pause, Loren declines, saying she wants to do whatever they want her to do. Kelli says she and DJ Guthrie liked her like this.

## **Other**

### **Season 9**

**(9.1)**

* She’s shown dancing at preliminaries in the segment after Judy mentions the best ones being the ones that they can see automatically in a uniform.

**(9.2)**

* She’s shown performing her solo at finals.
* She’s shown introducing herself to the judges for the field portion of finals.
* She’s in the top 3 for the fan vote at the time of the finals judging.
* Announced as the winner of the fan vote.

**(9.3)**

* Introduces herself at the opening meeting: She’s a school teacher and a dance coach [*this leads into her biography*].

**(9.5)**

* At makeovers, Kelli and the stylists decide she should be a brunette, however Loren is leery, preferring her blonde hair.

* Makeover glamour shot, before and after: From blonde to brunette with hints of red.
* Shown walking the runway at the Belk fashion show.

**(9.7)**

* At “girl talk” with Melissa Rycroft, she mentions her biggest concern being kicking in the boots on the field tonight.

### **Season 10**

**(10.4)**

* If you pause, you can see a list of the scores she received at auditions: she was ranked #16 and received 15 yeses and 1 maybe
* She’s shown doing a solo performance at show group auditions.

**(10.7)**

* In Kaleigh’s office visit, she mentions that she’s been working with Loren.
* Loren leads a practice session at Kitty Carter’s Dance Factory for Simone and Courtney.

## **Misc.**

* Fan Vote winner in Season 9
* The only Fan Vote winner to become a DCC
* Former Dallas Mavericks Dancer