Dave609 Posted February 28 Share Posted February 28 Guess who's back :). The 2023 state marching season was truly one of the best we have seen in a long time, and I feel 2024 will be a step up from that. Even though we are months away from any contests, I thought it would be fun to bring the 5A State contest topic back for another year. Many changes are going to happen this year, so please ensure to look at all the other topics that will be covering all the areas (And don't worry, the every Area Results topic will be making its return). Can't wait to see how each area will shape up this year to make this state contest one to remember! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubalord11 Posted February 28 Share Posted February 28 I'm gonna throw out a super bold prediction: Cedar Park will win again 🫣 But in all seriousness, I don't know if there will be a new 5A state champ until Cedar Park gets moved out for one of many possible future reasons. Yes, I know in 15,17 and 19, they didn't win prelims, but Rouse last year has been the closest since Covid, and while they are IMO the band to do it, I just don't see it happening. We know what CP does every year when it comes finals, and NOBODY in the nation can do it like they do. The only possible way I see it happening soon is if they were to somehow get a 2 at region, which just won't happen. Dave609 and utee94 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaritoneBallah Posted February 29 Share Posted February 29 22 hours ago, Tubalord11 said: I'm gonna throw out a super bold prediction: Cedar Park will win again 🫣 But in all seriousness, I don't know if there will be a new 5A state champ until Cedar Park gets moved out for one of many possible future reasons. Yes, I know in 15,17 and 19, they didn't win prelims, but Rouse last year has been the closest since Covid, and while they are IMO the band to do it, I just don't see it happening. We know what CP does every year when it comes finals, and NOBODY in the nation can do it like they do. The only possible way I see it happening soon is if they were to somehow get a 2 at region, which just won't happen. We'll see 👀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarinetistkai05 Posted March 1 Share Posted March 1 I’m gonna be following this forum closely along with 6A forums for Forney. I am genuinely excited for what the aftermath of last season will bode for these bands! I just know every band will be better and stronger 💪 utee94 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarinetistkai05 Posted March 1 Share Posted March 1 On 2/28/2024 at 2:52 PM, Tubalord11 said: I'm gonna throw out a super bold prediction: Cedar Park will win again 🫣 But in all seriousness, I don't know if there will be a new 5A state champ until Cedar Park gets moved out for one of many possible future reasons. Yes, I know in 15,17 and 19, they didn't win prelims, but Rouse last year has been the closest since Covid, and while they are IMO the band to do it, I just don't see it happening. We know what CP does every year when it comes finals, and NOBODY in the nation can do it like they do. The only possible way I see it happening soon is if they were to somehow get a 2 at region, which just won't happen. I do believe this to be likely knowing Cedar Park. This year’s show is likely to be amazing because of Grand Nats, but I am hoping eventually someone pulls through. Also for Leander, I do know their show will probably be amazing, and they’ll probably be 3rd/4th this year. That’s the only prediction I am making. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted June 30 Author Share Posted June 30 well we are getting very close to the beginning of summer band camp and I am really excited to see how many bands will advance to state from each area! Below is my guess as to how many bands, plus which bands I could see advance from each area- Area A- If they keep it split like last year, then I don't see any major changes as to who advances, but these are my predictions- JM Hanks Lubbock-Cooper Lubbock Area B- This area will have a very interesting outcome, but overall, I see Wakeland and Lone Star being "locks" and then the final two spots being between McKinney North, Lebanon Trail, Argyle, and possibly The Colony? But here is how I see the results- Wakeland Lone Star Lebanon Trail Argyle Area C- this area has a huge change with Pine Tree and Forney both leaving. I feel that Lakeview Centennial will be the one to win this area, followed by Mesquite Poteet. But here is my predictions- Lakeview Centennial Mesquite Poteet Highland Park North Mesquite (If they send 4) Area D- This area will be interesting because of the way each band has a great chance of advancing. I think we will definitely see Hendrickson, Pieper, and Lake Belton advance. Then from there, I could see plenty of bands take the final spots, but here is what I predict- Hendrickson Pieper Lake Belton McCallum New Braunfels Jack C. Hays (If they send 6) Area E- This group had the biggest change for the upcoming season, and I think we could see a good amount of bands advance. Personally, these are the bands I see advancing- Friendswood HS A&M Consolidated Barbers Hill Kempner Porter Area F- This area will most likely send 5 bands to state, or even 6 if things work out well. These area the bands I see advancing- Aledo Burleson Centennial Richland Colleyville Heritage Birdville Azle or Fossil Ridge (If 6 bands advance) Area H- With this being the last area, I really hope they are able to send 4 bands to state. I don't see much change happening, but I do think Glenn will take it this time- Rouse Cedar Park Leander Glenn or Liberty Hill (I actually could see Glenn winning this time) Tubalord11 and Betty white 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BandNerd07 Posted June 30 Share Posted June 30 I know this is kind of a random thought, but should the UIL create split divisions (Division 1 and Division 2) for Area/State marching contests? Because it seems like now all sports (Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Baseball and Softball) is having a division split, essentially doubling the state champions, just like in football. So could we see this in marching band in the next few years? Here's how I think it could work: Once you have finished Region contests for your entire area and you get the number of bands that have advanced to Area, you then rank all of the bands by their school enrollment number. Once you do that, the top half of schools go to Division 1, while the others go to Division 2 (ex: 24 bands advance, 12 in D1, 12 in D2). In the event that there is an odd number of bands that advanced, the one right I the middle can choose what division they want to compete in (ex: 25 bands advance, top 12 go to D1 and the bottom 12 go to D2, the 13th school could go wherever they want). And then for state contests, there would also be a D1 and D2, but the bands that were D1 at the Area level would continue to stay D1 at the State lever, and vice versa. So, do yall think this could be a reality one day? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sideswiperr Posted June 30 Share Posted June 30 1 hour ago, BandNerd07 said: I know this is kind of a random thought, but should the UIL create split divisions (Division 1 and Division 2) for Area/State marching contests? Because it seems like now all sports (Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Baseball and Softball) is having a division split, essentially doubling the state champions, just like in football. So could we see this in marching band in the next few years? Here's how I think it could work: Once you have finished Region contests for your entire area and you get the number of bands that have advanced to Area, you then rank all of the bands by their school enrollment number. Once you do that, the top half of schools go to Division 1, while the others go to Division 2 (ex: 24 bands advance, 12 in D1, 12 in D2). In the event that there is an odd number of bands that advanced, the one right I the middle can choose what division they want to compete in (ex: 25 bands advance, top 12 go to D1 and the bottom 12 go to D2, the 13th school could go wherever they want). And then for state contests, there would also be a D1 and D2, but the bands that were D1 at the Area level would continue to stay D1 at the State lever, and vice versa. So, do yall think this could be a reality one day? No Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubalord11 Posted June 30 Share Posted June 30 2 hours ago, BandNerd07 said: I know this is kind of a random thought, but should the UIL create split divisions (Division 1 and Division 2) for Area/State marching contests? Because it seems like now all sports (Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Baseball and Softball) is having a division split, essentially doubling the state champions, just like in football. So could we see this in marching band in the next few years? Here's how I think it could work: Once you have finished Region contests for your entire area and you get the number of bands that have advanced to Area, you then rank all of the bands by their school enrollment number. Once you do that, the top half of schools go to Division 1, while the others go to Division 2 (ex: 24 bands advance, 12 in D1, 12 in D2). In the event that there is an odd number of bands that advanced, the one right I the middle can choose what division they want to compete in (ex: 25 bands advance, top 12 go to D1 and the bottom 12 go to D2, the 13th school could go wherever they want). And then for state contests, there would also be a D1 and D2, but the bands that were D1 at the Area level would continue to stay D1 at the State lever, and vice versa. So, do yall think this could be a reality one day? As much as this would be helpful for some programs, I think the system they have now is good. Having a D1 and D2 would make things to “completed” and also less competitive, which takes away motivation for programs to improve rather than having an “easy” way in, though I understand the thought. Sideswiperr and BandNerd07 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BandNerd07 Posted June 30 Share Posted June 30 32 minutes ago, Tubalord11 said: As much as this would be helpful for some programs, I think the system they have now is good. Having a D1 and D2 would make things to “completed” and also less competitive, which takes away motivation for programs to improve rather than having an “easy” way in, though I understand the thought. Yeah, it is understandable. Like for example, in Area B 6A, Southlake Carroll is the one right smack in the middle and in my scenario for bands in the middle, they would most likely go D2 because that's basically a lock for them rather than going D1 and having to compete with Copppell, Keller, Timber Creek, and Bell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew_0613 Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 On 6/29/2024 at 8:04 PM, Dave609 said: well we are getting very close to the beginning of summer band camp and I am really excited to see how many bands will advance to state from each area! Below is my guess as to how many bands, plus which bands I could see advance from each area- Area A- If they keep it split like last year, then I don't see any major changes as to who advances, but these are my predictions- JM Hanks Lubbock-Cooper Lubbock Area B- This area will have a very interesting outcome, but overall, I see Wakeland and Lone Star being "locks" and then the final two spots being between McKinney North, Lebanon Trail, Argyle, and possibly The Colony? But here is how I see the results- Wakeland Lone Star Lebanon Trail Argyle Area C- this area has a huge change with Pine Tree and Forney both leaving. I feel that Lakeview Centennial will be the one to win this area, followed by Mesquite Poteet. But here is my predictions- Lakeview Centennial Mesquite Poteet Highland Park North Mesquite (If they send 4) Area D- This area will be interesting because of the way each band has a great chance of advancing. I think we will definitely see Hendrickson, Pieper, and Lake Belton advance. Then from there, I could see plenty of bands take the final spots, but here is what I predict- Hendrickson Pieper Lake Belton McCallum New Braunfels Jack C. Hays (If they send 6) Area E- This group had the biggest change for the upcoming season, and I think we could see a good amount of bands advance. Personally, these are the bands I see advancing- Friendswood HS A&M Consolidated Barbers Hill Kempner Porter Area F- This area will most likely send 5 bands to state, or even 6 if things work out well. These area the bands I see advancing- Aledo Burleson Centennial Richland Colleyville Heritage Birdville Azle or Fossil Ridge (If 6 bands advance) Area H- With this being the last area, I really hope they are able to send 4 bands to state. I don't see much change happening, but I do think Glenn will take it this time- Rouse Cedar Park Leander Glenn or Liberty Hill (I actually could see Glenn winning this time) Jack C. Hays trumpet here, we had our freshman camp, spring camp, and leadership camp so far we are honestly making more progress this early in the season than we did at the end of last season (music and marching fundamental wise). If we were able to make 2nd place at area in 2022, we’re definitely able to make state this year Dave609 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Author Share Posted July 17 2 minutes ago, Andrew_0613 said: Jack C. Hays trumpet here, we had our freshman camp, spring camp, and leadership camp so far we are honestly making more progress this early in the season than we did at the end of last season (music and marching fundamental wise). If we were able to make 2nd place at area in 2022, we’re definitely able to make state this year I hope ya'll do! Which is why I'm also hoping that 6 bands can advance from the area since there are plenty of amazing bands! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeadMascot Posted July 19 Share Posted July 19 ROMA SWEEP!!!! Dave609 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Tubalord11 Posted July 27 Popular Post Share Posted July 27 Well everyone, now that it’s public via BUGWB Instagram, I’m happy to announce that this year, I and the Golden Wave Band will be this years prelims for exhibition band for the 5A state contest! I’m really excited to perform for all of the thousands of parents and students, and have my first performance in the dome 🥳 fluteyboi, utee94, J-Mike16 and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Mike16 Posted July 27 Share Posted July 27 16 minutes ago, Tubalord11 said: Well everyone, now that it’s public via BUGWB Instagram, I’m happy to announce that this year, I and the Golden Wave Band will be this years prelims for exhibition band for the 5A state contest! I’m really excited to perform for all of the thousands of parents and students, and have my first performance in the dome 🥳 Performing in the Alamodome is special! Dave609 and Tubalord11 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluteyboi Posted July 28 Share Posted July 28 12 hours ago, Tubalord11 said: Well everyone, now that it’s public via BUGWB Instagram, I’m happy to announce that this year, I and the Golden Wave Band will be this years prelims for exhibition band for the 5A state contest! I’m really excited to perform for all of the thousands of parents and students, and have my first performance in the dome 🥳 I'm glad you'll get to experience it as well! Enjoy it, that exhibition crowd is amazing and they will be cheering you guys on! Tubalord11 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyKentsGhost Posted September 7 Share Posted September 7 Doesn't Area H potentially send 5 bands this year? Region 11 5A: Winn HS - Eagle Pass ISD Cast Stem HS - Southwest ISD Southwest HS - Southwest ISD Southwest Legacy HS - Southwest ISD South San Antonio HS - South San Antonio ISD Harlandale HS - Harlandale ISD McCollum HS - Harlandale ISD Southside HS - Southside ISD Veterans Memorial HS - Judson ISD Wagner HS - Judson ISD Region 14 North 5A: Alice HS - Alice ISD Gregory Portland HS - Gregory Portland ISD Flour Bluff HS - Flour Bluff ISD Branch Academy HS - Corpus Christi ISD Carroll HS - Corpus Christi ISD Collegiate HS - Corpus Christi ISD King HS - Corpus Christi ISD Miller HS/Metro MS - Corpus Christi ISD Moody HS - Corpus Christi ISD Ray HS - Corpus Christi ISD Veterans Memorial HS - Corpus Christi ISD Region 29 5A: Tivy HS - Kerrville ISD Boerne HS - Boerne ISD Champion HS - Boerne ISD John Jay HS - Northside ISD Brackenridge HS - San Antonio ISD Burbank HS - San Antonio ISD Edison HS - San Antonio ISD Fox Tech HS - San Antonio ISD Highlands HS - San Antonio ISD Jefferson HS - San Antonio ISD Lanier HS - San Antonio ISD Region 32 5A: Liberty Hill HS - Liberty Hill ISD Cedar Park HS - Leander ISD Glenn HS - Leander ISD Leander HS - Leander ISD Rouse HS - Leander ISD *Laredo ISD 5A schools are assigned to Area G. Victoria ISD 5A schools are assigned to Area D. Corpus Christi ISD 5A schools, Alice HS, Flour Bluff HS, and Gregory-Portland HS are assigned to Area H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted September 7 Author Share Posted September 7 21 minutes ago, RoyKentsGhost said: Doesn't Area H potentially send 5 bands this year? Region 11 5A: Winn HS - Eagle Pass ISD Cast Stem HS - Southwest ISD Southwest HS - Southwest ISD Southwest Legacy HS - Southwest ISD South San Antonio HS - South San Antonio ISD Harlandale HS - Harlandale ISD McCollum HS - Harlandale ISD Southside HS - Southside ISD Veterans Memorial HS - Judson ISD Wagner HS - Judson ISD Region 14 North 5A: Alice HS - Alice ISD Gregory Portland HS - Gregory Portland ISD Flour Bluff HS - Flour Bluff ISD Branch Academy HS - Corpus Christi ISD Carroll HS - Corpus Christi ISD Collegiate HS - Corpus Christi ISD King HS - Corpus Christi ISD Miller HS/Metro MS - Corpus Christi ISD Moody HS - Corpus Christi ISD Ray HS - Corpus Christi ISD Veterans Memorial HS - Corpus Christi ISD Region 29 5A: Tivy HS - Kerrville ISD Boerne HS - Boerne ISD Champion HS - Boerne ISD John Jay HS - Northside ISD Brackenridge HS - San Antonio ISD Burbank HS - San Antonio ISD Edison HS - San Antonio ISD Fox Tech HS - San Antonio ISD Highlands HS - San Antonio ISD Jefferson HS - San Antonio ISD Lanier HS - San Antonio ISD Region 32 5A: Liberty Hill HS - Liberty Hill ISD Cedar Park HS - Leander ISD Glenn HS - Leander ISD Leander HS - Leander ISD Rouse HS - Leander ISD *Laredo ISD 5A schools are assigned to Area G. Victoria ISD 5A schools are assigned to Area D. Corpus Christi ISD 5A schools, Alice HS, Flour Bluff HS, and Gregory-Portland HS are assigned to Area H. If they send 5 bands to State, this will be a great year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFNDOWBFAN Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 On 7/27/2024 at 11:00 AM, Tubalord11 said: Well everyone, now that it’s public via BUGWB Instagram, I’m happy to announce that this year, I and the Golden Wave Band will be this years prelims for exhibition band for the 5A state contest! I’m really excited to perform for all of the thousands of parents and students, and have my first performance in the dome 🥳 Congrats. Very cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristopherRoden Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 I think lone star could make a run for a medal… Idkwhattoputhere and OGFISD99 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LKendrick Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 21 minutes ago, ChristopherRoden said: I think lone star could make a run for a medal… I'm super into what they're doing, show is awesome and the sound great. I think they'll make a run for sure. ChristopherRoden 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tubaguyig Posted October 7 Share Posted October 7 why isnt there a 4a state topic yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flutelolbro Posted October 8 Share Posted October 8 On 6/29/2024 at 8:04 PM, Dave609 said: well we are getting very close to the beginning of summer band camp and I am really excited to see how many bands will advance to state from each area! Below is my guess as to how many bands, plus which bands I could see advance from each area- Area A- If they keep it split like last year, then I don't see any major changes as to who advances, but these are my predictions- JM Hanks Lubbock-Cooper Lubbock Area B- This area will have a very interesting outcome, but overall, I see Wakeland and Lone Star being "locks" and then the final two spots being between McKinney North, Lebanon Trail, Argyle, and possibly The Colony? But here is how I see the results- Wakeland Lone Star Lebanon Trail Argyle Area C- this area has a huge change with Pine Tree and Forney both leaving. I feel that Lakeview Centennial will be the one to win this area, followed by Mesquite Poteet. But here is my predictions- Lakeview Centennial Mesquite Poteet Highland Park North Mesquite (If they send 4) Area D- This area will be interesting because of the way each band has a great chance of advancing. I think we will definitely see Hendrickson, Pieper, and Lake Belton advance. Then from there, I could see plenty of bands take the final spots, but here is what I predict- Hendrickson Pieper Lake Belton McCallum New Braunfels Jack C. Hays (If they send 6) Area E- This group had the biggest change for the upcoming season, and I think we could see a good amount of bands advance. Personally, these are the bands I see advancing- Friendswood HS A&M Consolidated Barbers Hill Kempner Porter Area F- This area will most likely send 5 bands to state, or even 6 if things work out well. These area the bands I see advancing- Aledo Burleson Centennial Richland Colleyville Heritage Birdville Azle or Fossil Ridge (If 6 bands advance) Area H- With this being the last area, I really hope they are able to send 4 bands to state. I don't see much change happening, but I do think Glenn will take it this time- Rouse Cedar Park Leander Glenn or Liberty Hill (I actually could see Glenn winning this time) Area B will almost definitely have Wakeland and Lone Star at state. I think after seeing their bands and some results I think pretty much any of the finalists and even some bands that might not make finals have a small chance of making state. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted October 8 Author Share Posted October 8 1 hour ago, flutelolbro said: Area B will almost definitely have Wakeland and Lone Star at state. I think after seeing their bands and some results I think pretty much any of the finalists and even some bands that might not make finals have a small chance of making state. I'm definitely going to re-do my predictions now since there are multiple areas that have chances to send a good amount of bands to State. So when I get the chance I'll definitely make a new one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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