It is common knowledge that sporting events at historically black colleges and universities are not popular for sports, alone. Yes, the athletes do draw large crowds, but they do not do it alone! There are tons of elements to enjoy from the fun and inviting mascot, the glamorous campus royalty, and the catchy tunes of the band. The most lively element of the HBCU sports world is not on the field, it is in the stands, within the powerhouses known as marching bands— the ladies of the dance lines.
These small groups of ladies that often form into sisterhoods, captivate the crowd one move at a time. Dance lines are responsible for the eye-catching, rump-shaking, soul-stirring moves that get you out of your seat, and up, dancing to the music. Who cares if it’s cold? They don’t. Ladies in the dance line serve fierceness and flavor on a platter if it is 75 degrees, or 7.5 degrees.
View the Top 5 HBCU Dance Lines in 2015
To make the dance line is a privilege, as tons of young women audition for a spot in the stands. Only a select few actually have what it takes, sticking it out through band camp and often managing 2 practices daily, while maintaining academic competitiveness. It is not easy, but when done right, fluidity and ease of motion is all you see. Which squad deliverS without fail, every game, and is far greater than any dance line you have ever laid your eyes on ? Only one can reign supreme. Considering costume, captain, squad, technique, and consistency. See this years Top 5 HBCU Dance Lines.
Alabama State University – Stingettes 16%
Some may fear The Alabama State University Hornets but everyone wants to be stung by a Stingette. With 16% of the entire poll, these ladies climbed up 1 spot from last year’s competition, earning the second spot of the TOP 5 HBCU Dance Lines. Since the mid 1970s, this organization has been adding sass and soul to the band. Even gaining its own television reality show, “Bama State Style”, the Alabama State University Stingettes symbolize a legacy of talent.
Behold the Green and Gold? Go Norfolk State!!
Behold!!!! The green and gold!!!!! Hot ice hands down
Stingettes!!!
That Orange and Blue!!! #HailState #VSU #EssenceOfTroy
How are the ladies of Mahogany n Motion from Morehouse not in your list???
GO FOXES! #PVNATION
I’m here for those BEAUTIFUL AND SENSATIONAL #STINGETTES!!!
Alright Motion of the Ocean!!!!! #ClassActoftheSWAC
Thee Dancin Divas of the Marching Maroon & White Band of Alabama A&M University
The lovely, beautiful, and sensational Stingettes are the hit squad right now brother. The Divas can continue to work hard but the Stingettes are just too hot!
The stingettes have no REAL dance skill. You have to actually have technical dance training to be a Diva.
umm the stingettes do have tehical dance training, what are you talking about lol.
umm the stingettes do have tehical dance training, what are you talking about lol.
Black Foxes and Ebony Fire over Alcorn State Golden Girls and TxSU Motions??? okay then. Agreed on the Stingettes, Dolls, and J-Settes, though.