Mackenzie began dancing at 3, and continued her training in Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Clogging, Acro, Contemporary, Lyrical, and Pom. As a graduate of Clemson University, Mackenzie has a degree in Biological Sciences and Athletic Leadership. During her 4 years in college, she was a member of the Clemson Rally Cats, where she was named an NDA All American and competed in the Rally Cats' highest scoring routine to date. She has won numerous regional entertainment & choreography awards, as well as multiple regional and nationals titles. Mackenzie is a two time National Champion Soloist. She has trained under industry names such as, Kathryn McCormick. Misha Gabriel, Teddy Forance, Al Blackstone, Kirsten Russell, Jaci Royal, Robert Rowland, Caroline Lewis Jones, Billy Bell, and many more.