Bet Step-off
 

I was disappointed with the step-team that represented for us. I know I'm going to catch hell on this but I have the right to my opinion. We have many sgrho step teams that are very good and I wish one of these teams would have represented for us. The girl that introduced the step-team had an accent and could barely be understood. I was also disappointed that there were only 3 sorors in the 106 audience. I know for a fact that we have a lot of sorors around that area so where were they? Little things like this is why people think there are only two Sigma Gamma Rho's in the universe. Please don't get me wrong I'm proud of the ladies for getting out there and doing their best, but this was national television so I think we could have represented better.

Sigma Gamma Rho> BET Step-Off
 

Hello Soror,

First I want to say that I am not going to give you hell about your statement, because I believe that everyone has a right to their own opinion! :) Personally I thought the step team did rather well. For having such a short period of time to step, I thought the steps were pretty tight and were together as they stepped. Now I agree that our Soror had a thick accent who introduced us but, she showed that we are a diverse sorority and I thought that they could have had anybody to say what we are about, but they picked her. I can not think of exactly what she said her title was, but I do remember it being in a leadership position which is more than I can even say for myself!! :) So I trust they had their reasons. Now I can not confirm or deny that there were only three sorors in the audience, but I am sure we all know that we may be small in numbers. And there has been many a day when I have been the only soror surrounded by other Greeks, but that did not stop me from representing SGRho with an EEE-YIP that could break an ear drum!! :) Soror as long as you know that we got it going on...that is all that matters. I think in time who knows
what may happen. But just because you have a load of people in the house doing the call etc., does not mean that they are going to represent you in the best light! :) I think we were called on to step and that is what we did. Of course there is always room for improvement, and I know that you said what you said out of concern, but BET in my opinion is boot leg, and I have seen complaints from all in the Divine 9 about the program in itself and how it was conducted. You still can't even vote:( But just know Soror that I feel you on what you said, but remember that we
not only as individuals make up SGRho, but as a collective whole we all need to do our part to represent, and I am sure that issue will be discussed, but just not in a public domain. EEEE-YIP Soror

Tenacious1922

I forgot to add this to my response. Yes soror Tenacious1922 I did go on the BET website and vote :) .

ROYAL BLUE WISHES AND GOLD KISSES

just a little insight on the taping
 

Hello Sister Greeks!
I went to the taping. There were more Sigma Gamma Rhos and Zetas for that matter at the taping. Some of us decided not to sit in the audience because quite frankly, we would like ridiculous amongst the teeny boppers. ;)

Please know the Royal Blues are definitely represented in NY something strong! But, remember 1. the taping was done during finals and 2. The show's demographic is "pre-college age"...an ideal setting for Archonettes and Rhoers. ;)...not college students and grads. 3. A local step team works to the benefit of the show's production, if a quick change is needed.

I also know your Soror who spoke on behalf of your organization. Let me tell you, that sister is FLY! I have heard her speak in other settings. She is very knowledgeable and has a fabulous personality. I believe she is a regional coordinator. (forgive me if I have the title wrong.) The adrenaline of being on NATIONAL television :eek: I am sure played in to her speaking faster than her normal speed.

Good luck!

Yall represented!!!
 

I saw your sorors perform on BET, and I thought they showed real well.

SGRHO!
 

Sorors,
I would like to first start off by telling my fellow sorhors you did a very good job ;). And Anilsa Nunez, is the Area 4 Coordinator. She represents harder than anyone I know and I think she did a wonderful job. I have had numerous Hispanic's come up to me and say they didn't know they could join Sigma Gamma Rho, now they know because of Anilsa. She holds it down for SGRHo and I can't think of anyone that could have done a better job. Kudos to Anilsa and the sorhors that stepped.
EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE-YIPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP

Re: Yall represented!!!
 

Thanks :)

soror nunez is an awesome soror! a few years back (prolly around 97ish) i was having some issues that had to do with sigma and i voiced them on our old listserv at the time.... i dont even remember what the problem was about, but i do remember that she called me (from the east coast to california) to talk and see if there was anything she could do to help (and i had not known her before our conversation)!

she is beyond hardworking and TRULY her sisters keeper!

here are the results:
 

SGRHO 1,635 - 49.7%

ZPHIB 1,697- 50.93%

it was VERY close! congrats to the ladies of ZPhiB!

Sigma Gamma Rho>BET Step-Off
 

Hello Soror Sweet-N-Rho,

Soror I know you said what you said out of Love for Sigma, and it is all good!! :) We all want what is best for SGRho. Now... Soror Pretty Poodle6, please say it ain't so!! :( I thought we had until 6pm to vote. It is just too close, but if that is the case...Then Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta, do it for all of us who wear that beautiful blue!! :)


Tenacious1922

Re: here are the results:
 

It was indeed CLOSE! Congratulations and Good Luck to the Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta!!

Pretty Poodle were did you get the results from? Because I looked and looked, still couldn't find them.

Hey SisterFriends,
Props to your soror Anilsa. I know her to be a hard worker and a dedicated member of SGRho. You should be proud of her!

Zeta and Sigmas Win the Finals
 

A Zeta from the step team posted they won yesterday which was judged by the audience.
fyi :)

the results for all the teams were give to the team members.

Sorors,

Great Job Representing.
I think you all did an awesome Job especially since I know you all :D

I want to say to the ladies of Zeta Phi Beta you know the Rhoyal Blue reigns supreme. Do your best and go for the win.

Congratulations to all of those who represented on national tv, being a star isn't easy.

Also Sorors Soror Anilsa is the Area IV Coordinator in the Norhteastern Region. Soror Anilsa thank you for representing our diversity.

The Royal Blue in full effect! :)
 

The royal blue was definitely in FULL effect at BET yesterday! Your Sorors represented and did a wonderful job! I and the team really appreciated all the sisterly love we received from the women of Sigma Gamma Rho.

Sisterly,
Malica Ahmad
Nu Xi Zeta Chapter Stepteam

BET Step Off
 

Greek Sisters,

Just wanted to take this opportunity to tell you that your Sorors looked great!!!

It takes a lot of courage to get on National TV (or in any competitive arena) and attempt to represent the organization that you love so dearly.

All the teams represented well.

Levette Jones
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Delta Zeta Zeta Chapter

I heard that the audience was composed of primarily Phi Beta Sigmas, Zetas, and Deltas and that there was no Sigma Gamma Rho representation
:( :confused:

I was there...
 

Thats not entirely true. There were actually 5 Zetas in the audience, 3 Sigma men in the audience and about 15-20 deltas do not recall seeing any Sigma ladies, which did suprise me. There are a lot of SGRhos in NY. But the crowd was definitely dominated by non-Greeks...and ironically an older than usual crowd.

the step team was notified at the last minute at around 1pm that they were going to be included in the finals (and the taping was to start at 4pm). so unfortunately sorors we not on the guest list to attend.

BET STEP-OFF (three teams)
 

Pass this along to all sorors and soror listservs. We have come to an agreement with BET and the Poodle Prints team is on their way to the studio as we speak to compete in the final of the BET Stepoff.

They will compete against Zeta Phi Beta and the winner between DST and AKA, so there will be THREE teams.

The show airs on Wednesday 6 p.m. EST, VOTE on Wednesday so we can insure that this time the results are legit.

Good luck Poodle Prints!!!

Romunda M. Harris
Northeastern Region Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator

Ps. I recieved this today.....

Re: BET STEP-OFF (three teams)
 

Hey Tenacious1922,
The audience judged the final round. The Zetas won. Your sorors put on a very good show!

Bet Step-off
 

Hey Everybody,

This email surprised me as well!! I have to go the BET Website and take a look around and see what is really going on. I as well thought it was over. But regardless of the outcome, I don't mind seeing anybody step! :) Maybe this will show BET that they need to do things right the first time around.


Tenacious1922

now sorors, are u all threatining folks.

what's really going on!:eek: :eek: :eek:

congrats to all of the teams that participated

Sigma Gamma Rho> BET Step-Off
 

I went to the BET Website and it said for Weds, along with their other guests.....sororities step final, and I just saw a commercial on BET about it, so I will just watch and see what is going on. :confused: I aplogize in advance if I have confused anybody...I was just trying to pass on the message I recieved. I am watching it now and they named all three groups, but was this taped yesterday??????

Tenacious1922

Ps. Just saw the show, and I am so sorry!!!! :( The way the email was worded, I thought we could vote online today... But congrats to the Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta:)

Sorhors and Sisterfriends,

Sorhors you did a wonderful job representing us and I really enjoyed watching them break down those blue-ti-ful steps. To the ladies of Zeta Phi Beta you did a great job and congrats!

I don't think that BET needs to host any more step shows since they really don't know what their doing.

Serioussigma22:cool:

HMMMM.. THREATS... C'Mon I think that is a little strong LOL

I guess we all like to be treated fairly ;)
If you get my drift.....:cool:

Truly. .
 

Actually, I must back my linesister PrettyKitty on this one. The coordinator for the BET show told myself and our other 7 team members that some threating emails, phonecalls, etc. were received. However, I'm feeling your point about being treated fairly but from her standpoint, everyone was.

As for BET hosting anymore stepshows. .I think they need to take a 1-2 year hiatus to really get it organized and running smoothly. Is that even possible at BET? lol. .:)

I agree 100%. At first I didn't understand why many greeks on here would disagree to the stepoff but now I see why. As I saw in another thread, the D9 was put on TV to be Sambos. Shuck and jive so our viewers can watch what they perceive greek life is all about. AJ even said the show would cause girls to want to "pledge" a sorority. Face it-- this atrocity even had members of SGRho call and make demands for them to rectify the voting calamity that happened last Friday. I think stepshows should stay on the yard and out of the national media.
SexzZeta and PrettyKitty, you and your team did a wonderful job on BET. Your performance was very professional IMO, and please don't be offended by my remarks. I just think BET saw this in the wrong light and the show your sorority and all of the D9 did means so much more to your respective orgs. than just a sideshow for the public. For example, there will be girls who would want to join XYZ because they step so good. Could anyone say they will consider including someone into their org. just by their stepping abilities? Ican see it now..."I want to join XYZ because I am able to step and I know you all want good steppers in your org. so your team will be tight for the BET Stepoff!":D :D ok, i'll stop my rambling here...

No offense taken at all :) You make some really good points too.

The truth
 

1. BET did not handle business and violated their own contract.
2. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. handled business.
3. We were put back into the competition.

BET doesn't give a rat's behind about idle threats. They would not cave in behind a bunch of emails and phone calls from us. Don't believe everything you hear. Especially from BET, who you guys were gearing up to boycott not even a year ago.

:D
TRSimon

Re: The truth
 

At this point Sister Soror, it's a moot point. But from what we were told by the AKA who organized the show, she was personally threatened and based upon the preponderous of all that went on they decided last minute to add the Rho team to the show. I am not sure what contract you are referring to, because no where in the contract that I am looking at does it state how the show was to be voted on or the winner selected. All of that was decided and agreed upon word of mouth by BET and the teams.

To us (the Zeta team) it was not that serious. We were just out to represent our Sorority and have fun while doing it. We had no idea who won the online voting thing until after asking for it to be stopped to give us enough time to prepare our journey from VA to NYC in the event that we won. We had fully decided if we lost to move on and be happy with our performance. So, it just so happened that we won and then again with the overall competition.

All and All I was happy with the performances.

Now as far as the boycotts...from what I was told that came from the NPHC execs not the actual organizations and the letter went out w/o their approval. And that is why there was no boycott.

Sisterfriends and Greeks in General,

Please don't call us Rho we are the ladies of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and our founders put Sigma First for a reason. I'm not trying to be rude or even cruel but I do take offense to being called Rho. I will always be a blue-ti-ful lady of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. I'm very serious about the usage of my sorority's full name!


Serioussigma22:cool:

Girl I know I guess I am in that mood of you can't believe everything you hear LOL and plus someone who did not win said it.:eek: Go Figure.

I too thought everyone stepped well. I am glad you all had fun, but you could have picked a sister up on the way to NYC you know I am in in VA now :D

Next time remember me and swing by and let me roll with ya :)