Hey, Cowboys Nation! I am so ecstatic to say this is my second season as a dancer for DCRB. This team has been a dream and inspiration of mine for many years now and I can't believe I am now surrounded by all the people I've always looked up to. It's incredibly humbling.
I was born and raised in Fort Worth, TX (Yes, my family and I are HUGE Cowboys fans). I graduated from Texas Tech University with a double-major in International Studies and Spanish. Aside from dance, I am currently in the process of getting my teaching certification and plan to teach middle school or high school Spanish in the area. I am very passionate about languages and cultures, and I am excited to inspire young minds in our community.
I can't exactly express into words just how much this opportunity means to me. To continue my dance journey with a team like DCRB, surrounded by the most talented, incredible people, is something I will never take for granted. I strongly believe the Cowboys Nation deserves nothing but the best, and I promise you this year's team is here to give just that!
Go Cowboys,
-Kate
Number of years on the team: This is my second year as a DCRB dancer!
Prior Dance/Entertainment Industry experience: Before joining DCRB I trained and competed with Team Athena in Dallas for a year. Before that, I danced with several hip-hop crews at my University and served as officer and captain of my dance team in High School.
Nicknames: AK
Hometown: Fort Worth, TX
I dance because: Dance fulfills something in me that cannot be fulfilled by anything else in this world. I spent several years taking a little break from dance thinking I wanted to pursue other things in life. I quickly realized I felt so deeply lost without it. Dance heals me in all ways: mentally, physically and spiritually.
What I like to do most besides dance is: Hanging out with good friends, watching movies, meeting new people and going on lots of spontaneous adventures.
I've always wanted to: Live in a little shack on a tropical island and live off the land.
Advice to youngsters: Do all the things your heart desires. Don't plan too far ahead. Don't forget your inhaler.
My biggest role model is: Without a doubt, I owe this title to my mother and father. I want to love life and love people the way that they do wholeheartedly.
What I enjoy most about being a DCRB dancer is: My teammates and directors. They have created a space that inspires, encourages and challenges me in ways I never thought possible. They are the epitome of family, teamwork and integrity and they push me to be better every single day.
Favorite Cowboys Player past or present: Ceedee Lamb
Favorite performer: Parris Goebel
Favorite music: My favorite music kind of depends on the time of day and what mood I'm in. I like anything that lets me create a little scenario in my head and allows me to romanticize my life. It can range anywhere from smooth Jazz and Reggae to underground Hip-hop and Reggaeton.
Favorite quotes: "Pulling someone down will never help you reach the top"
"We cannot become what we want by remaining who we are"
"Seek not the answers, but a belonging in the mystery"
The three guests I would invite to my fantasy dinner party: Steve Irwin, Snoop Dogg, Frida Kahlo.