B.A. Showoff

New Episode Alert: The Queen of College Dance is in the Building!  We’re turning up the heat on the B.A. Showoff Podcast with none other than Joyce Winter, the powerhouse coach behind the nationally ranked UCF Knights Dance Team!  From the sidelines to the spotlight, Coach Winter shares:      •    Her journey building a collegiate dynasty      •    What it really takes to win on the national stage...

B.A. Showoff x Melissa McGhee She’s not just coaching a team — She’s building a DYNASTY. Championships. Standards. Legacy. National titles? STACKED. Game-changing leadership? UNMATCHED. Setting the standard? ALWAYS. On this episode of BA Showoff, we sit down with Melissa McGhee, the powerhouse behind the unstoppable Ohio State Dance Team — fresh off another historic national title run. We’re talki...

NEW EPISODE ALERT You do not want to miss this one. We sat down with the insanely talented Derek Piquette—and trust us, this episode is packed with gems. From his jaw-dropping performances with Cirque du Soleil, to being a finalist on So You Think You Can Dance, dancing with the Rockettes, and slaying in the commercial and film world—Derek’s done it all. Now, he’s launched Prodigy Dance Team Conve...

Welcome back to B.A. Showoff, the mother-daughter podcast where we dive deep into all things dance team! In this episode, we’re talking about the key players who help take a team from good to great—coaches, choreographers, and consultants. We start by breaking down the vital role of a coach—how they set the culture, push the team, and create a foundation for success. Then, we highlight the importa...

In this exciting episode of B.A. Showoff, we interview Kaitlyn Conley, an accomplished dance choreographer with a wealth of experience in the studio, NBA, and collegiate dance worlds. Kaitlyn takes us behind the scenes of her journey, including her incredible experience competing in the prestigious WORLDS dance competition. We explore how her time as a dance team choreographer and coach has shaped...

On this episode of B.A. Showoff, hosts Becky and Alexandra sit down with Nicole Dias, a current member of Coral Reef Varsity Cudettes who just signed with the Ohio State Dance Team! Nicole shares her journey from high school dance to preparing for college tryouts, offering key insights on the recruitment process and what dancers should be doing to make their college dance dreams a reality. Tune in...

New Episode of B.A. Showoff is live! Hosts Becky & Alexandra are breaking down the dance team audition process—from middle school to high school, college, and even pro teams. Whether you’re just starting out or going for that dream team, we’ve got the insider tips, prep advice, and confidence boosters you need to show up and show off at your next audition. Listen now for:     •    What judges...

In this episode of the BA Showoff Podcast, we’re joined by the amazing Jonni Rodgers, head coach of the University of Miami Dance Team and former NFL Raiderette. With years of experience in both the collegiate and professional dance worlds, Jonni brings powerful insight and advice for dancers chasing big dreams. Tune in to hear:     •    What it takes to make the University of Miami dance team   ...

New Episode Alert! This week on the B.A. Showoff Podcast, your hosts Becky and Alexandra sit down with one of the most respected voices in the dance world—Teri Rowe! From coaching at every level to leading the National Dance Coaches Association, to raising Tribe 99’s Carsen Rowe, Teri shares her powerful insights on coaching culture, leadership, mentorship, and building a lasting legacy. Whether y...

B.A. Showoff Episode 1: “Dancing to the Top: A Mother-Daughter Duo on Training, Teams & Championships” In this episode, we dive into the high-stakes world of competitive dance with a dynamic mother-daughter duo who know what it takes to win at the highest level. As national champions, they share their journey through the demanding world of dance teams, intense training, and balancing school da...

Episode 2: “Beyond the Dance Team: Exploring Your Next Steps with Dani Solano” In this episode of BA Showoff, we sit down with the incredible Dani Solano to talk about where your dance journey can take you after high school or college dance team. Whether you’re dreaming of dancing in college, stepping into the commercial dance world, or making it onto a professional sports dance team, Dani shares...

In this week’s episode of B.A. Showoff, Becky and Alexandra sit down with the incredible Valeria Canas to dive into the world of dance team choreography, the balance of being a strong studio dancer, and the importance of continuous training. Whether you’re looking to improve your technique, stay sharp while managing multiple dance commitments, or gain insight into the competitive dance world, this...