TyYouTwo

I agree. The placements were very strange for every band in finals. Every band except Aledo experienced huge shifts in placements from prelims to finals, which was not the case for most years in this Area's finals competition. Either every band had extreme differences in their runs from prelims to finals or the adjudication was inconsistent, meaning it may have been inefficient. Many students and band staff were surprised and confused by the results yesterday. Either way, the results were made and I wish good luck for every band that made state, and an incredible job for all the bands that performed yesterday!

My predictions for finals: 1. Aledo -No doubt, they are one of the best 5A bands in this metroplex and are a few members away from being a 6A. 2. Burleson Centennial -I feel like they have been consistent in this area for years now and I don't believe they can fall off this year, especially with their outstanding percussion. 3. Colleyville Heritage -Their show this year is much better and more entertaining than last year's, I could see them make state this year for sure. Their color guard would win the guard caption if UIL Area gave out captions. 4. Birdville -They got 4th both in prelims and finals last year; they have been very consistent and their show this year is spectacular. They also defeated Fossil Ridge at Don Hanna by a safe margin; I also see them possibly switching rankings with Richland: they are neck and neck. 5. Richland -Their show is pretty solid and incredible, and they have scored consistently well in all of their competitions so far; I could definitely see them make state like last year. I do have to admit, they will be neck and neck with Birdville for sure. 6. Midlothian -Their show has gained a reputation this year, and I feel like they 100% could make state; I don't deny their capability. 7. Fossil Ridge -Recently moved down from 6a, and their show is pretty solid but not spectacular enough to beat these other bands; additionally, they scored lower than all top 4 bands in recent competitions. 8. Grapevine -Although an entertaining show, I don't think they can make state despite their sweepstakes at BOA Waco 2A awards simply because of their past results and size. I could see them make state if they have a really solid run. 9. Azle -I have to admit, I have not seen their show so I am assuming for this one based on past UIL Area rankings. 10. Chisholm Trail -They did well at Birdville Marching Festival and they could make area finals but I don't see them making state. Good luck to all those performing this Saturday.