ATLANTA, GA –- The Atlanta Hawks recently unveiled its new 20-member “Hawks ATL Dancers” as the official new dance squad of the NBA team. Formerly known as Atlanta Hawks Cheerleaders, the Hawks ATL Dancers were chosen after a rigorous 10-day audition. This year’s tryouts were comprised of mini boot camps, public interviews and a focus on more technical dance acumen.
To tip off the audition process, famed choreographer Jamaica Craft of the hit FOX TV show, Empire, joined the VIP clinic and led the way with her choreography. Throughout the rest of the selection process, the panel of judges included special guests: American animation dancer Marquese Scott, founder of Xcel Talent Agency, Aris Golemi and the club’s Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Nzinga Shaw.