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Hey Hawks Fans -- you have a chance to help select the 2004 Atlanta Hawks Dance
Team! Below are the 36 finalists for this year's squad. Take a moment to read
each hopeful's bio, and then vote at the bottom of this page. There are
three polls, so vote for three different dancers. Voting is open until Saturday,
Sept. 18, when the Dance Team Finals will be held from 7-9 p.m. at Club Eleven50
in midtown Atlanta. (All photos by Colby Kidd)
UPDATE: After a thrilling final audition Saturday night at Club
Eleven50, the 36 finalists were narrowed to the 18 dancers who will make up the
2004-05 Hawks Dance Team. Congratulations to Angie, Brandy C., Brandy K, Casey,
Danielle, Denisse, Desiree, Jennifer B., Jennifer D., Jessica, Lindsay, Natalie,
Rae, Sonni, Star, Tameka, Terri and Vera!
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ANGIE
Hometown: Powder Springs, GA Education: Tennessee State University Occupation: Software Engineer Dance Experience: 6 years Jazz and Hip-Hop, '03-'04 Golden State Warrior Cheerleader Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I'd like to be a part of the whole game day experience as well as try to help motivate a crowd and city as great as Atlanta. Vote For Angie |
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BRANDY C. Hometown: Atlanta, GA Education: Attended Breanau University and Georgia State Occupation: Dancer and Dance Instructor Dance Experience: 24 years of technical training Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I enjoy being a part of any organization where people work together in a positive way. Performing is a passion of mine and to have the opportunity to be a Hawks team member would be a great accomplishment, something to be really proud of. Vote For Brandy C. |
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BRANDY K. Hometown: Atlanta, GA Education: University of Georgia, Mercer University (MBA) - expected '05-'06 Occupation: Legal Assistant Dance Experience: 15+ years in Jazz, Modern, Tap, Hip-Hop, and Ballet. 3 years with the Atlanta Hawks Dance Team Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: My years on this dance team have been the best of my life. I want to continue making unbelievable friends and having unforgettable experiences. Plus…I'm a huge Hawks fan! Go Hawks Vote For Brandy K. |
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CARI Hometown: Olney, MD Education: BS in Business Marketing Occupation: Entrepreneur/President of Fly Enterprise, LLC; Editor in chief of Rumba Magazine Dance Experience: Tap/Jazz (13 years), Ballet (4 years) Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I want to take part in as many people's lives as possible. I love being a part of a team and making new friends. Vote For Cari |
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CASEY Hometown: Roxboro, NC Education: New World School of the Arts, University of Miami Occupation: Owner - Dance Convention Co./Dance Teacher/Choreographer Dance Experience: 20 years of extensive training Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I love to perform, love to learn, and I love being a part of a team and meeting new people. Go Hawks! Vote For Casey |
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DANIELLE Hometown: Girard, Ohio Education: Baldwin-Wallace College Occupation: Bartender/Dancer Dance Experience: Began at age 3. Professionally, I danced for 1 year with the Cleveland Cavs Dance Team, and 2 years with the Atlanta Hawks Dance Team Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: To support a team and a city that I love. The Hawks have so much potential in the NBA and I'm very proud to be associated with such a great organization. Dance is my passion and to be able to use that in this capacity is amazing. Vote For Danielle |
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DENISSE Hometown: San Juan, Puerto Rico Education: Computer Programming Occupation: Nurse/Secretary Dance Experience: 6 years of Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, etc. Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: It would be an honor to represent such a great organization. Vote For Denisse (aka "Nee Nee") |
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DESIREE Hometown: Sarasota, FL Education: University of Florida Occupation: Magazine Sales Assistant, Coach Dance Experience: 2 years Hawks dance team, dancer for Ejay Day, choreography for GT and the Atlanta Hawks Jr. Dance Team. Training in Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Modern. Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I love performing - it's my happy time. I also enjoy interacting with people, and games are the perfect place for that. Vote For Desiree |
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GLENDA Hometown: Atlanta, GA Education: American Intercontinental University Occupation: Administrative Assistant Dance Experience: 8 years of Jazz, 6 years as a Dance Choreographer Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I am a very innovative, smart, outgoing team player, and I know that I will be a great ambassador for the Hawks organization on and off the court! Vote For Glenda |
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JAMIE Hometown: Plainfield, NJ Education: Brenau University Occupation: Marketing Director/Manager Dance Experience: Ballet, Pointe, Hip-Hop, Modern, and former Atlanta Falcons Cheerleader Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: My passion is dance and I love to perform and interact with the community (especially charities involving children.) I also grew up in a "sports family" and I'd love to combine my passions for dance, performing, sports, and dealing with people as a member of the Atlanta Hawks Dance Team. Vote For Jamie |
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JAQUI Hometown: Winston-Salem, NC Education: NC State University Occupation: Allstate Insurance Company Agent Dance Experience: NCSU dance team member (4+ years), head coach (2+ years) Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: From prior experience, I feel the Hawks will allow me to utilize my training as well as perform for an array of people Vote For Jaqui |
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JENNIFER B. Hometown: New Orleans, LA Education: Columbus State/Bauder/UCF Occupation: Bartender Dance Experience: Atlanta Hawks Dance Team, company, college dance team Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I have been performing my whole life to be able to achieve my dream of becoming a professional dancer. I love the friendships that are created and the valuable skills that are learned. Vote For Jennifer B. |
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JENNIFER D. Hometown: Mobile, AL Education: Auburn University, University of Central Florida (Masters) Occupation: High School Guidance Counselor Dance Experience: 14 Years of studio dance training in Mobile, Al, Auburn University varsity cheerleader, Orlando Magic dancer (3 years). Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I would like to be a member of the Hawks Dance Team because I have truly enjoyed being a member of an NBA dance team for the past 3 years. I have a love for basketball and dancing, and the opportunity to combine them both has been amazing. Vote For Jennifer D. |
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JESSICA Hometown: Ft. Wayne, IN Education: Spelman College, Smith College (MED) Occupation: Special Education Teacher Dance Experience: Dancing for over 10 years Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I'm a big basketball fan, and I love to dance! Vote For Jessica |
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JERMAINE Hometown: Annistan, AL Education: High School, College Occupation: Choreographer Dance Experience: Tina Turner Super Bowl Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: To become a better person in dancing, and to have the opportunity to meet and greet people. Vote For Jermaine |
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JOIE Hometown: Annapolis, MD Education: University of Maryland Occupation: Financial Center Manager Dance Experience: 2 years NBA, 2 years AFL, High School and College Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I love the energy and excitement of the NBA and I love to put on a performance in Atlanta! The Hawks deserve a #1 Dance Team, and I know I can deliver! Vote For Joie |
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KELLI Hometown: Dallas, TX Education: Florida A&M Occupation: Production Assistant Dance Experience: 2 years Georgia Force Football Team, All-Star AFL Squad, 20+ years traininig in Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, and tap. Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: It combines my two passions: dance and pro basketball. I would like to be a part of the new direction of the Atlanta Hawks organization. Vote For Kelli |
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KEVIN Hometown: Memphis, TN Education: Business Administration Degree (MBA) Occupation: Office Staff Assistant with Publix Dance Experience: 17 years Professional, 6 years Atlanta Hawks Dance Team Took off a year and now I want to come back. Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I missed the team and the constant relationships with people, and it seems like our basketball team is going to be great! Vote For Kevin |
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KITONYA Hometown: Covington, Ga Education: Morris Brown College Occupation: 2nd Grade Teacher Dance Experience: 9 years of Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrican, including dancing for the Georgia Force, Morris Brown College, and Redan High School. Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I would like to be a member of the Hawks Dance Team because I love performing and being a member of a team. I also think it is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and bring joy to the people of Atlanta. Vote For Kitonya |
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LESLIE Hometown: Birmingham, AL Education: Auburn University Occupation: Benefits Analyst, Medical Insurance Consulting Dance Experience: Captain of the Auburn University Dance Team, head instructor of MA Dance in Dallas, TX, and trained with Boston Ballet and Pacific Northwest Ballet School. Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: It seems as though I've been a part of a dance team or company my entire life, and honestly I miss being able to contribute my time, efforts, and dance ability to an organization such as this. I would contribute a sense of team motivation to the Hawks dance team, and also to the Atlanta community in any way I can. Vote For Leslie |
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LINDSAY Hometown: Ellicott City, MD Education: Georgia Tech (will graduate in December) Occupation: Student, Teaching Assistant, Part-time Nanny Dance Experience: Georgia Tech Dance Team, Mt. Hebron High School Dance Company member and Cheerleader Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I would love to be a part of a team where I can contribute on and off the court while doing what I love the most…dancing!! Vote For Lindsay |
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MARKESHA Hometown: Atlanta, GA Education: Jackson State University Occupation: Dance Coordinator/Marketing Assistant Dance Experience: Atlanta Hawks Dance Team, Georgia Force Arena Football Cheerleader, premier of 20th Century Fox's "Drumline," 1996 Opening and Closing Olympic Ceremonies, 18 years dance training. Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I am a people's person and I love to perform. The Atlanta Hawks dance team enables me to interact with people, and perform in front of an audience. Vote For Markesha |
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MARLA Hometown: Atlanta, GA Education: B.S. in Computer Information Systems Accounting Occupation: Technician Dance Experience: 18 years of Ballet, 16 years of Jaz, 13 years of Lyrical. Bubblin Brown Sugar Dance Team, Northstarette Dance Team, Atlanta Ballet Nutcracker, Urban Nutcracker, and in the movie "Drumline." Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I would like to be a part of the Hawks Dance Team because I have a genuine love for dance and I love to perform for people. I have always wanted to be a member of this team since the age of 13. Vote For Marla |
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MASHARA Hometown: Shreveport, LA Education: Ashland University Occupation: Independent Insurance Agent Dance Experience: 8 years of Ballet, 6 years of cheerleading in high school, 1 year on the dance team in high school Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I would like to become more involved in the community. I love to dance and I would like to make a positive contribution to the organization. Vote For Mashara |
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MISHA Hometown: Roanoke, VA Education: University of Tennessee Occupation: Patient Care Coordinator Dance Experience: 18 years studio experience, 4 years University of Tennessee Dance Team, 1 year on the Hawks Dance Team Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I have a passion for dancing and performing. I believe I would be add great contributions to the team! Vote For Misha |
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NATALIE Hometown: Germantown, TN Education: Auburn University Occupation: Intern at CNN Dance Experience: I have danced and cheered since I was 6. I also spent 2 years on the Auburn University Dance Team Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I have had a passion for all performance types since birth, especially dance. My outgoing personality, dance experience, and love for all Atlanta sports makes this experience a blessing and a dream! Vote For Natalie |
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RAE Hometown: Atlanta, GA Education: Spelman College Occupation: Dance Teacher Dance Experience: 17 years of Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, African Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: Who wouldn't want the opportunity to dance, go to basketball games, meet people and reach the Atlanta community all at once? Plus, I have always wanted to dance for the Hawks! Vote For Rae |
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RENEE Hometown: Lawrenceville, GA Education: GA Perimeter College Occupation: Full-Time Student Dance Experience: I've danced since age 2 in studio. I danced competitively for 2 years in High School and 2 years in College Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: Dancing is my passion, and I love being around people, so the combination of both was calling my name. I'm enthusiastic and enjoy working hard to get where I want to be. I believe my personality and dance skills are perfect for the team. Go Hawks! Vote For Renee |
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SHAMEA Hometown: Atlanta, GA Education: Georgia State University Occupation: Full-Time Student and Part-time receptionist Dance Experience: 2 years Modern, 3 years Jazz, 1 year Tap, 2 years Ballet, 4 years Street, 2 years Ethnic Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I look at the Hawks organization as my second family. It represents a variety of intelligent, smart, and fun individuals, and that is how I love to be viewed. I feel I'd be a great asset to this family/team and I aspire to continue to grow as a dancer. Vote For Shamea |
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SHARELLE Hometown: Chesapeake, VA Education: Spelman College, Georgia State University (Masters) Occupation: Student, Part-time Substitute Teacher Dance Experience: 10 years of Hip-Hop, Jazz, and Modern Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I want to perform center stage at Philips Arena for all the Hawks fans. I want to make the fans experience an all-around great time when they enter the building. Vote For Sharelle |
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SHEENA Hometown: Atlanta, GA Education: North Atlanta High, some college at Bauder College Occupation: Administrative Assistant Dance Experience: 13 years and counting in jazz, ballet, modern Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I would love to be a member because of this team because the overall business interests me. I love to dance and network! Vote For Sheena |
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SONNI Hometown: Philadelphia, PA Education: Temple University Occupation: Substitute Teacher Dance Experience: 18 years of extensive training. Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I love to perform, and to be able to make a great environment for those who come to the games or support the team! I am a team player and I hope to bring lots of energy and excitement to the Hawks family. Vote For Sonni |
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STAR Hometown: Springfield, IL Education: Georgia Tech Occupation: Quality Engineer Dance Experience: 5 years of extensive training, Georgia Tech Goldrush Dance Team, former Atlanta Falcons Cheerleader, '03-'04 Hawks Dance Team Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I love to entertain and dancing is a great way to do it. I had so much fun last year, and this experience has helped me grow as a dancer as well as a person. Vote For Star |
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TAMEKA Hometown: Decatur, GA Education: Spelman College Occupation: Full-Time Student Dance Experience: 16 years combined of Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Litugical, Mime. Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I love to perform, I am a Hawks fan, and this would be a great experience. Vote For Tameka |
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TERRI Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA Education: Kent State/American International University Occupation: Pilates Instructor Dance Experience: 25+ years of Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Lyrical, and Hip-Hop. 2 years as a Georgia Force Cheerleader, 1 year ECHL Columbus Cottonmouths Cheerleader Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: The Atlanta Hawks Dance Team is a fabulous opportunity to share your love of dancing and performing with the community. I have been very lucky to dance and I want to share my knowledge and love for it to make someone laugh, smile, or just feel good to be in Philips Arena at an Atlanta Hawks game. Vote For Terri |
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VERA Hometown: Temple Hills, MD Education: Spelman College Occupation: Doctorate of Chiropractic student at Life University Dance Experience: Washington Wizards Dance Team, '03-'04 Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: I enjoy working together with talented dancers who have a common goal of excellent entertainment! Vote For Vera |
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ZARI Hometown: Lancaster, OH Education: Kennesaw State University Occupation: Professional Dancer, pursuing career in Criminal Justice Dance Experience: 2 years Georgia Force Cheerleader, Music Video & Country Music Awards dancer for Big & Rich Why I would like to be on the Hawks Dance Team: It would be an honor and a privilege to be a part of the Atlanta Hawks association. My passion for dance drives me to be the best I can be with high ambition. Vote For Zari |
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Voting Is Now Closed -- Please Check Back On Sunday To Find Out Who Made The Team!
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