The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC) are one of the most talked about professional dance teams in the world, and now two of them—Julissa Garcia and Trinity Miles—are opening about what it’s really like to be a pair of America’s Sweethearts. From why they tried out to what director Kelli Finglass is really like, the two held nothing back. To discover what they had to say, keep scrolling.

Julissa Garcia opens up about her time as a DCC

Garcia is a second year cheerleader and according to her, “It was always a dream of mine to become a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader.”

“When I was six years old, I actually went to a DCC youth camp in 2008 back at Valley Ranch. I grew up in a Cowboys loving family, so every Sunday we would always watch the Cowboys play,” she continued. “I auditioned in 2024 and am now wrapping up my second season as we speak. It has been a dream come true every single day, every single opportunity, every single game, every single appearance, has truly been so impactful and meaningful to me. I’m honored to have this amazing platform and the opportunity of a lifetime.”

“Getting my uniform for the first time and being officially a squad member on the team in 2024 was probably the highlight of my life. Like I said, I’ve been wanting to be a DCC ever since I was a little girl. I have looked up to this organization in so many ways, because they are such inspirational women and so amazing at being role models to the younger generation. So whenever I was officially announced on the squad, I would have to say that was my favorite, most memorable memory ever,” Garcia noted.

Since auditioning in 2024, she was a part of the Netflix docuseries America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, something that she says “really highlights the sisterhood.”

“You don’t realize how impactful sisterhood is until you’re actually in it. I am surrounded by 35 amazing, talented, inspiring women who not only are phenomenal dancers, but they are such impactful human beings,” she continued. “They have made me a better person. They have helped me prioritize my own health. They have been a shoulder to lean on and cry on when I need it. So it’s truly so special to be a part of the sisterhood.”

Speaking of sisterhood, two of the key people involved in the DCC are Finglass and head choreographer Judy Trammell, both of whom are heavily featured in the show.

“They are so iconic,” Garcia said. “I feel like every day that I get to see them and have a conversation with them, I’m like, Is this real life? They are so sweet, so humble, so hard working, so fearless, and we are so blessed with amazing directors and choreographers that really are constantly there for us and drive us to be the most iconic team that we can be.”

Trinity Miles shares her favorite DCC memory

Miles is also a second year DCC and, according to her, “My favorite memory as a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader has to be the time I was able to take my dance students into our locker room and show them my locker.”

“My students were actually performing at AT&T Stadium that day, so being able to share such a special, behind-the-scenes moment with them felt incredibly full circle,” Miles continued. “Watching their eyes light up, answering their questions and letting them see that big dreams are truly attainable reminded me why I love what I do so much.”

Julissa Garcia and Trinity Miles share how they are using their platform for good

Along with their DCC duties, Garcia and Miles are working with Novartis and the “Your Attention, Please” campaign to help raise awareness for breast cancer awareness and screenings.

“As a Dallas Cowboy cheerleader, I’m given the opportunity of a lifetime and have such an amazing platform that I’m truly so thankful to have. I’m here today to use my voice and platform to inspire change,” Garcia said. “So I’m super excited to partner with a leading medicines company like Novartis and the ‘Your Attention, Please’ campaign to raise awareness. I believe there is so much empowerment through awareness and talking openly about breast health can turn fear into knowledge, community and strength.”

“My mom is a breast cancer survivor. She will be celebrating 10 years cancer free this month, and her journey has inspired me to prioritize regular self checks and overall health,” she continued. “She has sacrificed so much for me in my life, and has played an extreme role in shaping me and kind of instilling so much in me. So her fight has inspired me to never take a moment for granted. So I’m honored to be able to express how breast cancer has impacted my life and bring more awareness to it.”

Miles agrees with that, saying, “To me, ‘Your Attention, Please’ is a call to stop putting breast health on the back burner.”

“Breast cancer doesn’t always come with loud warning signs, so this campaign is about choosing awareness before urgency. It reminds women to pay attention to their bodies, to advocate for themselves and to prioritize screenings, even when life feels too busy,” she concluded.

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