Granted, it took some time for that feeling to blossom.

The judges, however, could not get enough of her.

One of the hottest performances I have ever seen!

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And number two, it was like [grunting]AAWWWHHHHH!

Or maybe it will turn out that Las Vegas is exactly where she belongs.

But Chase didnt wag his caboose at the judges, either.

I should move on.

It was actually quite impressive.

But the hour didnt really get going untilArielle Cokertook to the stage.

Put simply: Arielle actually pulled off what the judges kept saying Jordan had done.

NEXT: And then a Hero comes along…

I liked her instantly.

Her performance quality, though, needs a wee bit of work.

No need to patronizePatty Anne Miller.

(*Many thanks to the commenters who pointed out my error.)

How did you feel about the Los Angeles auditions, fellowSYTYCDfiends?

Was it truly the Best City Ever in the history of the show?

Are you concerned about the real lack of standout ballroom dancers this season?

And now that the audition episodes are over, who are your favorite standout dancers so far?