SYTYCD: Last chance to vote before a winner is announced

Below is a recap of tonight's nine dances, as well as a few points I would like to make about this episode of So You Think You Can Dance.

- Kathryn and Ryan danced a samba choreographed by Jason
The tricks in this dance were entertaining, but I honestly didn't love the routine. There were some movements that seemed to be repeated too often, which left me wanting more. I just wasn't as impressed as I wanted to be.
- Ellenore and Jakob danced a Tyce Broadway routine
The Fosse style is always entertaining and I really liked Tyce's choreography for this routine. Ellenore and Jakob were perfect for this style and the funk of the routine fit them well. Tyce also did a great job choreographing so that it showed off both Ellenore and Ryan's techniques.
- Ashleigh and Russell danced a lyrical jazz routine choreographed by Sonya
This routine was like a breath of fresh air. I could see their emotion and, as one of the judges said, the audience was, simply put, carried away. This routine showed off Russell's technique, which, might I remind you, he should not have. He is a krumper with no training! He never stops impressing me. One negative about the dance, the two lifts near the end of the routine seemed a bit too planned and staged for me instead of continuing with the natural flow of the routine.
- Ellenore and Ryan danced a jazz routine choreographed by Gary
This was a very techno dance that contained solely robotic movements. I kept waiting for them to break out of the robotic movements, but they never did. As part of this, the dancers showed no emotion. This made it difficult, as an audience member, for me to connect with the dancers. I do agree that there were some good moments, but overall I didn't enjoy it.
- Ashleigh and Jakob danced a Jean Marc foxtrot
For me, this is the couple of the season. They have such great chemistry and are a great team, which was obvious throughout this routine. They looked like they were having so much fun. Overall, this dance was as great as a foxtrot can be.
- Ellenore and Ryan performed a Jason paso doble
As expected, this was a very passionate and intense routine. There were moments that were wonderful, but there were still some that lacked. Honestly, I caught Ellenore not finishing her arm lines at times, which was a bit distracting. It was ok, but not great.
- Kathryn and Jakob danced a contemporary routine choreographed by Dwight and Desmond
I fully believed the passion and connection between Kathryn and Jakob throughout this entire routine. The dance was full of exciting tricks and had me sitting on the edge of my seat. I literally got goose bumps and agree that this dance deserved a standing ovation. It is one of those dances I want to watch again and again.
- Ashleigh and Ryan danced a Travis contemporary routine
While I almost expected more passion because this was a routine choreographed by Travis, I did love seeing this married couple dance together. They seemed so happy throughout the routine and when they teared up during the critiques I also got a little teary eyed. It was nothing outstanding, but the routine was still a joy to watch. As Adam said, the tenderness in their relationship was obvious in their dancing.
- Kathryn and Russell danced a Tabitha and Napoleon hip hop routine
This was a very gangsta routine that was right up Russell's alley. While Kathryn could have lagged far behind, she didn't. Kathryn actually held her own and I appreciated that she continued to be feminine even in this rough style. I was also very impressed that they continued to dance for a few counts while Kathryn was sitting on Russell's shoulders. It was a great trick.

Other thoughts:
- I don't like that there was never a real explanation as to why the finale was following the top six performing instead of the top four. I feel gypped out of a full season. I want more and am sad to have to part with the show one week earlier than I should.
- This was the second episode this season where there were only performances and no pre-dance packages of rehearsal footage. I hate missing this part of the episode. I like seeing how much the dancers struggle while learning the routine because it makes me appreciate the finished product even more. It also lets the audience connect with the dancers. Episodes like tonight's seem almost a little cold without these packages.
- I know I have said it before, but I must repeat: I do not see Kathryn's appeal. I also want to say here and now that if she wins I will be very disappointed. I think she is a good dancer, she wouldn't be in the top six if she were not, but I do not think she has any personality. We are voting for America's favorite dancer and I can't imagine it being her.

So, what do you think? Who do you want to win and who do you think will win? And, be careful, because those are two very different questions.