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Chandi Dayle to Leave Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Following Bahamas Incident

Her departure comes after a mental health leave sparked by a safety protocol violation on a Bahamas team retreat

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Overview

  • During a Bahamas retreat in 2025, Dayle brought an unknown individual into the squad’s hotel, breaching the DCC contract’s confidentiality and safety provisions.
  • Head choreographer Judy Trammell placed Dayle on leave after the incident to address escalating mental health concerns documented in Season 2 of Netflix’s docuseries.
  • By the end of the 2024–2025 season, Dayle had returned to the squad but was removed from her first-group leader role as she recovered.
  • Fellow cheerleaders and directors, including Kelli Finglass, commended the team’s professional and supportive response to Dayle’s challenges.
  • In the Season 2 finale, Dayle announced she would not rejoin the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, expressing gratitude for the organization and plans to cheer from the sidelines.