The Tiger Girl\u2019s dance team from Louisiana State University stole the attention of the internet with their championship-winning performance of Michael Jackson\u2019s \u201cSmooth Criminal\u201d at the \u201cSuper Bowl of Dance.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Louisiana State University (LSU) Dance Team has done it again, making history by capturing their fourth title at the Universal Dance Association Hip Hop Competition with another show-stopping performance at the \u201cSuper Bowl of Dance.\u201d<\/p>\n
At the 2024 event, held in Orlando, Florida, the Tiger Girls delivered a breathtaking Michael Jackson tribute, blending traditional moves with fresh, modern interpretations of the late icon\u2019s legendary choreography.<\/p>\n
Dressed in white satin suits, glittering ties, Nike sneakers and classic fedoras, the Tiger Girls appeared as if they had stepped directly out of a Michael Jackson music video. Their stylish attire perfectly complemented their homage to the King of Pop as they delivered a flawless performance of the iconic \u201cSmooth Criminal.\u201d<\/p>\n
The chart-topping song, released in 1988 as part of Jackson\u2019s \u201cBad\u201d album, is famous not just for its catchy beats but also for the physically challenging dance moves featured in the video.<\/p>\n
Speaking with Southern Living, head coach Kandace Hale told Southern Living that she didn\u2019t hesitate when the team\u2019s choreographers, Carsen Lowe and Sammy McFadden, pitched the Jackson song: \u201cIt\u2019s a classic\u201d she said, adding that the \u201cteam is obsessed with Michael Jackson.\u201d<\/p>\n
Electric
\nThe LSU dancers, known for their impeccable rhythm and unmatched groove, left no moment unfilled with electrifying energy. The highlight of their routine came when the entire team aligned in a sharp diagonal formation, executing Jackson\u2019s signature hip thrusts in perfect unison.<\/p>\n
In an Instagram post that shares the team\u2019s championship-winning performance, the two choreographers share: \u201cTo be faced with the challenge to take on an icon such as Michael and bring his essence and star power into the present day is hands down the most difficult path we could have picked.\u201d<\/p>\n
The post continues, \u201cBut with the village that is this team, the choreographers, consultants and coaches- we know we have no choice but to aim for the highest form of excellence.\u201d<\/p>\n
Fans say the team \u201cnailed it\u201d with their \u201cuntouchable precision\u201d that was \u201cun-freaking-believable.\u201d
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