Faith Ward has shared that she has not yet secured a spot on the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ 2026-27 squad, as training camp and final cuts are still underway. The Australian cheerleader said she remains in the fight for a place and hopes for good news soon. Ward also reflected on earning Kelli Finglass’ trust after her rookie season and revealed she was selected for the DCC Texas Live Tour, calling it a major milestone. Faith Ward’s journey with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders is not over yet. After completing her rookie season and winning over fans in America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, the Australian performer has shared a fresh update on her status for the 2026-27 squad. While many hoped she had already secured her place, Ward confirmed the final decision is still pending as training camp continues.
Faith Ward says DCC training camp battle is still ongoing
Ward recently revealed that she is still competing for a spot on the upcoming Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders roster, explaining that the final team has not yet been announced.Although she has not officially made the squad, she made it clear that her journey remains alive.”We’re back in training camp, currently. No team announcements yet, no juice for you. Unfortunately, we’re still fighting. Hopefully soon – we’ll see!”Her update comes after an eventful rookie season that introduced her to viewers around the world. As the first Australian to earn a place on the DCC team, Ward quickly became one of the standout personalities featured in the Netflix series.Speaking about what happened after filming wrapped, she explained that audiences only witnessed a small part of the experience.”Cameras only see two per cent of what goes on. There’s so much more behind the scenes. I actually was fortunate enough to get booked on the Texas Live Tour with DCC not long after that.”Ward said the opportunity was a major milestone in her career and helped strengthen her confidence within the organization.”I was one of two rookies that got to go and I performed a solo,” she explained. “I do definitely think I’ve earned Kelli’s trust back, and she understands misunderstandings.”Those comments suggest Ward believes she has rebuilt her relationship with DCC director Kelli Finglass following moments of uncertainty shown during the Netflix series.
Faith Ward continues chasing another Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders season
Despite returning home to Australia for a brief visit, Ward has remained focused on earning another season with the team.She recently surprised her family during the trip, prompting questions about why she was not in Texas for training camp. Ward later clarified that she had returned only briefly before continuing her preparations for auditions.Earlier this year, the rookie took to Instagram to reveal she was preparing to audition again after her rookie season. In April, she said that her last game with the team was her last appearance until she successfully made it through the selection process.It’s still a competitive market. Returning veterans are fighting to keep their spots, while hopefuls are still battling for limited spots on the roster. Some familiar faces have already said their farewells, showing just how tough the selection process can be.But for Ward, the story is yet to be written.Her rookie-year performances, and the opportunity to play in the Texas Live Tour and such, have helped her case for another season. But she knows that past success is no guarantee in the DCC organization.Final cuts are looming during training camp and Ward’s future is still uncertain. Australia’s pioneering Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader is still working towards another season until the official roster is announced, hopeful her persistence and growth will be enough to grab another coveted spot on the iconic squad.