2019 BOA Grand National Championships

[LeanderMomma]

so - I refuse to make predictions this year - even with a dog in the hunt.

 

I have resigned myself to the idea that we need to show what Texas can do - I am excited with the engagement we have seen on the #teamtexas facebook page, excited on the post that I saw that the TXbands crew was going to follow our 6 Texas bands and do something special with a behind the scenes coverage for our Texas bands in Indy since they are not doing the MFA blog. Excited about our gathering in Indy and to get to meet so many people that I chat with on here regularly. Making new like minded band parents is always fun

 

I got my tickets and my Texas Flag - let the fun begin

Got mine too! Can’t wait to see the Texas invasion!

[airons0678]

We are 6 days out, so I will lay out my predictions for the Texas Takeover.

 

Music: Vandegrift

Visual: Vandegrift

General Effect: TWHS/Leander

 

1. Vandegrift

2. Avon

3. The Woodlands

4. Leander

5. Carmel

6. Hebron

7. CTJ

8. William Mason

9. Homestead

10. Round Rock

11. Ayala

12. Union

 

I still see TWHS as a sleeper pick for the eagle. Obviously the likely outcome is Vandegrift coming away with the eagle, with both Hebron and Leander in the hunt as well, but I see TWHS surprising a lot of people. And maybe if it isn't the Eagle, I see them breaking top 3. TWHS has always been the type to make insane improvements the last couple weeks of the season, and for the first time in a while, there is almost a two week gap between BOA SA and Grand Nats. I have a strong feeling that TWHS will be taking advantage of that 10 fold. If cleaned up well, their show could be a GE monster.  

 

I also see Ayala returning to Finals this year, or at least being the first band out of finals.

 

I was really hoping to have 5 TX bands in the top 6 this year, but you just can't count out Carmel and Avon. However, (and someone please correct me on this if I'm wrong), we could be seeing the first time where all Texas bands that attend Grand Nats make finals. 

 

I really wish I could be able to attend Grand Nats this year, but college takes priority, even if Indy is only an hour away ugh. GO TEXAS.

 

Not sure about Ayala.  Their show seems a bit run-of-the-mill.  Plus, they scored in the mid-80's in prelims and finals at the last BOA show (11/02).  They will need to be spectacular to make it.  

[An Inspirational Pinecone]

 

Not sure about Ayala. Their show seems a bit run-of-the-mill. Plus, they scored in the mid-80's in prelims and finals at the last BOA show (11/02). They will need to be spectacular to make it.

Yes but they also beat the competition by 10 points and their score is likely deflated because of the competition they were against (though this season has proven that we can trust scores from contest to contest... Mostly)

[airons0678]

Yes but they also beat the competition by 10 points and their score is likely deflated because of the competition they were against (though this season has proven that we can trust scores from contest to contest... Mostly)

 

Eh.  Maybe.

 

Look for Marian Catholic to make a triumphant return to finals...

[principalagent]

Eh. Maybe.

 

Look for Marian Catholic to make a triumphant return to finals...

So I actually really like their show and wouldn’t mind at all. As long as it’s along with Round Rock’s 4th appearance in a row.

[lost]

How long has Round Rock had their pattern for attending Grand Nats

[gmtb617]

Alright, I’m challenging myself to see all 6 Texas bands on FloMarching 3 times next weekend, in the midst of University Life. I’m ready and willing! Hoping to catch all of finals and some of semis.

 

What I absolutely love about #TeamTexas this year is that each of the Texas bands has something unique to bring to the table. Leander has exhilarating and fun pop repertoire. TWHS has constant energetic jazz. Hebron has...Hebron music. And Hebron Mellos. Vandegrift transforms the field into an outdoor concert hall with their impeccably clean orchestral repertoire. CTJ jams to lively and vivid film-inspired music. And Round Rock rounds it out with their warm and luscious “Simple Gesture.”

 

It doesn’t feel like BOA SA is the “end of the season” like it used to for me. However, it’s strange how close the end of the season actually is.

 

Cannot wait for GN!

[Nny14]

How long has Round Rock had their pattern for attending Grand Nats

Since 2013.

[abtwitch]

I'm hosting a watch party for finals next Saturday and it's going to be a blast. A lot of my friends out here in Abilene know next to nothing about BOA bands and I'm looking forward to "educating" them. Gonna test my setup tonight after today's football game with the St. George stream, but I also just wanna watch BOA...

[DeepEllum]

Went to Hebron’s parent send off today...they’re a lot cleaner. So much better musically and their visuals are a lot tighter though they seemed to be missing people in the drill (probably because it was rescheduled from Monday). The show was kinda iffy for me last weekend, but just being a little tighter visually and musically was enough to boost it for me. And they weren’t even wearing their gray uniforms!!

[CTJBandPops]

Just a reminder - we have a face book page for #teamtexas and the 6 bands attending Indy. we are seeing some fun interactions with all our programs and hope you will join us at that site.

 

it can be found by searching #teamtexas 2019 grand nats - it will ask for your band - it does not need to be one of the 6 - just that you are a fan of band

 

join us as the Texas 6 Pack makes its journey to Indy this next week

[SpartanBandAlum]

These darn playoff games getting scheduled during finals!

[ChristopherRoden]

I saw that Carmel was 2nd place at ISSMA so I’m assuming Avon won that as well?

[TWHSParent]

I saw that Carmel was 2nd place at ISSMA so I’m assuming Avon won that as well?

 

Yes. You can see the scores at HornRank.

[thewho]

Grand Nationals is this week! I hope you all are ready for the big day. I've seen them once, I'm ready to see the 6 Texan bands again! With this historic contingent heading north, I'm sure many of you would want to explore the city of Indianapolis while you can. There are some very obvious picks that you'd probably hear already, but the city recently added new transportation services that would greatly expand the scope of your trips. Indianapolis 4 years ago is not quite the same as the Indianapolis today.

 

I made a post a few weeks ago on Hornrank about some new things in Indianapolis to take advantage of for Indy Super. This was a work in progress at that point, to be fully completed. Some people wanted some quick tourist advice, so I realized it would be best to expand on this post a bit further as it became a little too big for a forums post. I'm pleased to say that the full product is here.

 

Another thing for the weather here: pack tons of layers. The day weather on Thursday, Friday and Saturday are looking to be roughly 40's with wind (ew). Forecast across those days have the wind dying down, but this is Indiana- the only accurate weather forecast is the one that's 5 minutes before. Pack wind-breakers and layers. It. will. be. COLD. Please take care to stay warm whenever possible, entering into the tunnel. If you'd like to stay in, there's a list attached with the walkways across the southwestern part of the Indianapolis metro area. Students, parents, and directors with the appropriate passes for the day will be allowed to access the stadium through the Convention Center- there will be security at that point and they have been instructed to turn everyone away.

 

I'd be pleased to be considered your local Indianapolis expert, so if you have any questions or anything of the sort, feel free to reach out to me in this thread or by PM.

 

Can't wait for the weekend!

 

GN weekend Indy.pdf

downtown-indy-skywalk-map.pdf

[LeanderMomma]

@thewho I know you put a lot of effort into that, friend. Thank you so much for all of the helpful information!

[IndyTarHeel]

Weather Update:

 

I live in Westfield, IN and wanted to give you guys a heads up. 

You will need to bring some heavy coats, not windbreakers or lightweight jackets. Well, it all depends on your tolerance for cold weather. The temps are as follows:

 

Day                    High                        Low

Wed                   35F                          26                 cloudy

Thur                   39F                          22                 partially cloudy

Fri                      39F                          25                 sunny

Sat                     42F                         26                  partially cloudy

Sun                    47F                          30                 cloudy

 

As you may know, the high of the day is usually late afternoon, so 5-6PM.

Hope all have a safe trip and good luck at GN.

[xxneontreesxx]

Weather Update:

 

I live in Westfield, IN and wanted to give you guys a heads up.

You will need to bring some heavy coats, not windbreakers or lightweight jackets. Well, it all depends on your tolerance for cold weather. The temps are as follows:

 

Day High Low

Wed 35F 26 cloudy

Thur 39F 22 partially cloudy

Fri 39F 25 sunny

Sat 42F 26 partially cloudy

Sun 47F 30 cloudy

 

As you may know, the high of the day is usually late afternoon, so 5-6PM.

Hope all have a safe trip and good luck at GN.

Pshhh it's 23 degrees with a feel of 5 degrees here in the Texas panhandle.

[LeanderMomma]

Pshhh it's 23 degrees with a feel of 5 degrees here in the Texas panhandle.

It was 70 this morning in Leander and now it’s 35 and still falling.

[TWHSParent]

And the cold front has just started going through Houston - had dropped to 51 on my way home from 75 around 1:00.

[CTJBandPops]

And the cold front has just started going through Houston - had dropped to 51 on my way home from 75 around 1:00.

San Antonio at 43 and predicted to hit 29 in the next few hours - importing Indy weather to Texas???

[gmtb617]

The cold front hit Dallas at noon! Hope this icy weather just passes before Saturday. Rather it be 40 in Indy than 30!

[LeanderMomma]

It should begin improving tomorrow but man it’s cold.

[BenedictCucumberpatch]

It's snowing here in Indy. I am happy.

[Indianamarchingfan]

Can't wait to see the Texas bands this weekend! Was at the Indiana State finals on Saturday, and it will be a great GN final, of course I am biased towards Avon and feel they have one of their best shows in years, guard is unbelievable. Good luck to all bands and have to admit I am in awe of the number of great Texas bands each year. Hope you are welcomed well in Indy and enjoy our Hoosier hospitality, even if it's only 40 degrees.