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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Kelli Finglass, Judy Trammell, Jay Johnson, Where to watch: CMT)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 10, age appropriate for kids over 0; suggested age 12.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Reality show is a mix of hard work and sexuality.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 12 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders were created to appeal to a wide variety of (presumably mostly male) fans. While the women must be pretty and sexy, they must also be intelligent, articulate, talented, and hardworking. The team is primarily Caucasian but welcomes women from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Sex appeal is part of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' persona. The practice uniforms and performance outfits are both skimpy and tight. The opening sequence features close ups of cleavage and midriffs. Some of the choreography is suggestive.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    The Cowboys' team logo, star emblem, etc. are all clearly displayed. Calendars and other DCC items are discussed. The cheerleaders wear white Capezio brand dance boots on the field and occasionally dance to popular, recognizable songs.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Wine and beer are visible during very specific occasions.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team

Parents need to know that this cheerleading reality series -- which will probably appeal to young cheerleaders, as well as to longtime fans of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders -- includes lots of cleavage shots, skimpy costumes, suggestive dance moves, and discussions of "male appeal." On the flipside, the series also shows the hard work that goes into becoming a team member. The women are judged on their physical appearance, including their weight and sex appeal, as well as their intelligence, athleticism, and strength of character.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about cheerleading. What do kids/teens think about the sport? What are the origins of cheerleading? Did you know it started out as an all-male activity? Why do you think that changed? Families can also discuss the stereotypes that are typically associated with cheerleaders. How are cheerleaders typically portrayed in the media? Do professional teams like the DCC eliminate or perpetuate these stereotypes? Why? Does this show change your opinion of cheerleaders?
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
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    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 4.0
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    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    wooo

    im a cheerleader and i think that this show is really interesting. its completly clean for any kid, i just think it might appeal more to tweens and cheerleaders.

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