I'm putting my money on O'Fallon to make finals this year. One of the sweetest guys I've ever known and was fortunate enough to be in high school band with back in the day in Memphis is one of the Color Guard directors there and I'm sure rooting for them! While I'm not the hugest fan of the entire field being covered in a white tarp, that doesn't mean that their show isn't phenomenal because it is! And their guard....just wow.
I also wonder about and feel a little broken hearted for William Mason and all of the issues they've struggled with this year with the entire change in band staff for them. I know that they are struggling mentally and show-wise, and I'm really pulling for those kids. They are so capable of amazing things if only given the chance! Hopefully the new directors will tap into that potential in coming years and give them a product that they can run with!!