Congratulations

Yesterday's performance at East Central High School was awesome! The band's efforts resulted in a 4th place finish in AA Prelims, 9th place overall. Congratulations for all your hard work! When prelim caption awards were announced, our very own Aaron Alexander was awarded Best Field Commander! Outstanding effort Aaron!

When finalists were announced, we were thrilled when we heard "Silver Creek" ring out across the field. The sound of our band shouting for joy from the far bleachers was indeed a treat. (One of the top 8 bands had a commitment at their school and opted not to march in the finals making a spot for our fine band.)

After gathering the band for a review of the judges comments and a rousing cheer, Mr. Hoover and his staff directed the kids to "Get ready for finals!". Smiles were everywhere.

Your Marching Dragons took the field 3rd in Finals Competition and did an outstanding job. If you can believe it, they performed even better than in the prelims. After loading up all the equipment, everyone moved to the stadium to watch the final bands perform.

Finals results were very predictable. Each of the 8 bands finished exactly were they had placed in prelims. 1st thru 8th saw no change in position. Finals awards placed our band in 8th place. Great effort everyone! Keep up the fine work! We are very proud of you.

Finals caption awards included Best Field Commander...you guessed it...Aaron Alexander was again honored as best of the best! Outstanding Aaron. You lead with a passion that rocks the house (and the podium!).

After a long ride home, everyone was weary, but still smiling as they headed home. What a great day. March on Dragons!

Highest regards to all...Rick Durham