On this week’s episode of Dancing with the Stars, the producers had one more surprise in store for both the competitors and the audience.

In addition to their solo numbers, the six pairs had to perform in the first team dance. After being split into two groups of three (captains Warren Sapp and Susan Lucci were responsible for the assignments), the teams were then charged with working together on an ensemble performance. Unlike last Monday’s previous group hip hop number, these two performances - a Cha Cha Cha and a Paso Doble - were actually being scored. (Those scores would then be added to the individual totals.)

Who showed us they could work in unison…and who still needed work on their solos? Read on!

Warren Sapp (partner Kym Johnson)

(Dance: Foxtrot/ Song: ‘Is You Is Or Is You Ain’t My Baby’)
On the plus side, the football player looked quite dapper in his pin-striped vest and pants tonight. He also seemed very relaxed and was extremely light on his feet. Unfortunately, Sapp’s posture looked a bit too sloppy for the style and his timing was a little off.

Len said the performance wasn’t a classic foxtrot in the true sense of the word. The head judge also thought the “heavy” dance was a bit of a disappointment. Bruno said Warren had a promising start. Unfortunately, the technique eventually went into recession. He advised the “flat-footed” competitor to go back to the ease of movement he had at the beginning of the season. Carrie Ann said Sapp didn’t look secure this week. His foxtrot simply didn’t wow them.  Score: 7/7/7 (21)

(Dance: Paso Doble/ Song: ‘The Ride’)
This performance lacked oomph from start to finish. Although Lucci is known as a soap opera diva, the actress didn’t inject any passion or fire into her dance. From the moment Susan began, she looked completely unsure of herself. Although she managed to deliver the steps, her moves lacked any sense of musicality.

Bruno – who could not be heard during most his critique – thought it was well done. Carrie Ann had Lucci proclaim outloud that she was “doing good.” Len said the performance was right up there with some of Susan’s best. Goodman thought it had passion and drama. (I stick by my assessment.)  Score: 8/8/8 (24)

(Dance: Cha Cha Cha/ Song: ‘Cupid Shuffle’)
Had I not known Maurice had hyperextended his leg, I would have never guessed there was anything wrong with him. The sprinter kept a smile on his face the whole time and even got the cheering section warmed up. Greene appeared to be having a lot of fun tonight; his performance was extremely animated and groovy.

Carrie Ann said it was nice to see Maurice bring his A-game. She thought he was the perfect mix of form and freedom. Len said the performance was like cheap jewelry. Even though it wasn’t always top quality, he thought it was bright, sparkly and dazzling. Goodman said it was his best dance yet. Bruno said happy days were there again for Greene. Tonioli complimented the athlete on his natural sense of rhythm.  Score: 8/9/8 (25)

(Song: ‘Mercy’)
You can see the result of that performance below:

Score: 6/7/7 (20)

(Dance: Viennese Waltz/ Song: ‘Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman?’)
Although this was Cody’s first time dancing with Edyta, the two appeared to have great chemistry together. Unfortunately, I felt his performance was a little uneven overall. He did a really nice job getting into the emotion of the dance. He also had nice posture and musicality. But Linley’s arms looked incredibly funny. They were flapping like a bird at one point.

Len said the only thing comfortable about the performance was the couple’s chemistry. He didn’t think Cody was lyrical enough for the style. Bruno said Linley looked too clumsy for a dance that required control. Carrie Ann disagreed with the other judges; she thought it was great.  Score: 8/7/7 (22)

(Dance: Rumba/ Song: ‘Your Body is a Wonderland’)
Anyone who’s ever watched So You Think You Can Dance would probably say this dance screamed Mia Michaels – from the bench…to the bare feet…to the choreography. Luckily for Lacey (and Lance), it was a good Mia-esque performance. It was an extremely youthful and romantic twist on the Rumba.

Bruno said “Barefoot in the Park” has never been more seductive and romantic. He thought it was an inspiring and refreshing take with a contemporary spin. Carrie Ann thought it was a great risk with a great payoff. She said it was Lance’s best dance yet. Len, of course, simply didn’t get it. He didn’t think the bare feet or the bench did anything to enhance the performance. He said Lance was too good to need any of the “nonsense.”  Score: 9/7/9 (25)

(Dance: Foxtrot/ Song: ‘Lullaby of Birdland’)
This performance epitomized class and elegance. It really looked like we were watching a segment from an old movie. Brooke was absolutely beautiful tonight. I’m continuously amazed by her growth. Kristi may have seen higher scores last season, but Burke delivers the emotion the skater always lacked.

Carrie Ann couldn’t stop saying “Wow.” She said the frontrunner was looking as good as some their pros. Len thought the “fantastic” dance was full of so many great elements. Bruno said the beautiful performance was thrilling from start to finish.  Score: 10/10/10 (30)  **First perfect score of the season**

(Song: ‘Rocks’)
You can see the result of that performance below:

Score: 10/9/10 (29)

(You can find all the Dancing with the Stars: Season 7 posts here.)