2013 BOA San Antonio Super Regional

[whitewing09]

I'm very, VERY excited for this SA. Next year we'll probably go to Grandnationals and State, but this is honestly just flat-out fun to perform nowadays, and most audiences love our show too. It's weird though, a very large amount of people are supporting us (as in Hebron) simply because they seem to hope we beat marcus. Honestly, I'm more worried about the Woodlands than Marcus....if this was a UIL contest, then it would be vice versa. Either way, can't wait to see y'all at retreat! 

 

I'd be worried about more than just the Woodlands. There is just so much talent at the top of the BOA food chain.

 

Marcus was able to secure 1st in prelims at Duncanville winning multiple captions (you can argue that it's a different format, but historically Marcus does extremely well in both formats). 

 

Bell has a lot of material to build on.

 

CTJ was a close second in both of the BOAs they attended (let's see if they kept up their early season drive)

 

Bowie is normally phenomenal.

 

That said, I love Hebron's show. Ugh if there were ever an event that I would want to go to live it would be BOA SA this year! I'll be enjoying the shows via live webcast though and I'm still stoked.

[takigan]

Name a band that is the dark horse in this competition

 

Considering they've never attended.....Blue Springs (MO) :-)

 

They'll probably make Finals.  I think the last time we've had an out-of-state band perform in Finals at the Alamodome was when Carmel (IN) came down and won the whole thing in 2002.

 

EDIT: Nope.  Owasso (OK) placed 3rd in 2004.

[Xenon]

EDIT: Nope.  Owasso (OK) placed 3rd in 2004.

 

With the huge bouncy ball flails!

[~ME~]

With the huge bouncy ball flails!

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Haha what? Huge bouncy ball flails??? I'm trying to picture that in my head but I just can't. I need to take a look at that

[BaritoneBro]

Name a band that is the dark horse in this competition

Cedar Ridge and Blue Springs are two groups I think will shake up finals. They might push out some regular finalists this year!

[TromboneMan77]

I'd be worried about more than just the Woodlands. There is just so much talent at the top of the BOA food chain.

 

Marcus was able to secure 1st in prelims at Duncanville winning multiple captions (you can argue that it's a different format, but historically Marcus does extremely well in both formats). 

 

Bell has a lot of material to build on.

 

CTJ was a close second in both of the BOAs they attended (let's see if they kept up their early season drive)

 

Bowie is normally phenomenal.

 

That said, I love Hebron's show. Ugh if there were ever an event that I would want to go to live it would be BOA SA this year! I'll be enjoying the shows via live webcast though and I'm still stoked.

Here at hebron, we're worried about them too, but Marcus and the Woodlands are our primary competitors. That being said, I haven't seen CTJ since Conroe (I heard they peaked?...) and honestly, I'm surprised Bell hasn't taken us down. And I haven't seen Bowie at all this year....

[TrumpetDude7]

 

I haven't seen your guys at all this season! Good luck to you guys, and I feel like Hebron is in the same position this year. See you at retreat!

I know!!!!! Its like all the bands just turned up the dial. Its going to be a fun weekend for sure!!

[TrumpetDude7]

Also I cant wait to see Blue Springs. I hear they can go really far on Saturday.

[justabandkid94]

Here at hebron, we're worried about them too, but Marcus and the Woodlands are our primary competitors. That being said, I haven't seen CTJ since Conroe (I heard they peaked?...) and honestly, I'm surprised Bell hasn't taken us down. And I haven't seen Bowie at all this year....

Question. Totally sincere. I noticed that you crossed out "2011" in your bio. I understand that 2011 was somewhat of a misstep for Hebron, but why does the program seem to act like it doesn't exist? What exactly happened? There is no trace of a free video of the show on the internet and I always see band members comment things like "2011. never again." on youtube. Was it just that it was a bad year? or did other things happen?

 

Big fan of you guys 

[Trumpet927]

Boa SA is going to be a HUGE dogfight. Kinda nervous. I'm pretty sure Marcus, Bell, and Woodlands are going to be great regardless if their show is just finished or not! Hebron and Bowie will be really really close together! And let's not forget CTJ!!! Saw them and Boa Austin and they were awesome! Can't wait till this weekend. Glad to spend my last year competing with these great bands.

[~ME~]

Boa SA is going to be a HUGE dogfight. Kinda nervous. I'm pretty sure Marcus, Bell, and Woodlands are going to be great regardless if their show is just finished or not! Hebron and Bowie will be really really close together! And let's not forget CTJ!!! Saw them and Boa Austin and they were awesome! Can't wait till this weekend. Glad to spend my last year competing with these great bands.

Good luck! Enjoy your last performance! You experience kind of a surreal feeling as you are getting ready for the final performance of your senior year. Enjoy every moment of it and have fun!

[Jackson1]

Not to get Doctor Phil"ish" but here is my advice for all bands:

 

1.  DON"T WORRY ABOUT OTHER BANDS! - They are doing exactly what you are doing.  Cleaning and polishing their show to put on the best product they can.  You cannot control that so focus on your show and your role.

 

2.  APPRECIATE THE SUPPORT! -   Win or lose, think about the support you have had in order to get here.  Band directors and staff, parents, student leadership, etc.  Your have an army behind you.

 

3.  ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE - Bond with friends.  Enjoy the trip.  Remember everyone there has a love of music and marching.  Break out of your comfort zone and meet other people from other areas.  You don't get the chance to meet so many other people from so many other places with the same passion.  Reach out!!!!

 

4.  JUST PLAY!!!!!! -  That rush of adrenaline you get right before walking on the field - Use it, harness it, own it!!!!  Play your heart out!!!   Leave the field thinking "I didn't leave anything out on that field and neither did the rest of my team". 

 

5. BE RESPECTFUL - EVERY BAND IS AMAZING!!!!!

 

Good luck to all!!!

[TromboneMan77]

Question. Totally sincere. I noticed that you crossed out "2011" in your bio. I understand that 2011 was somewhat of a misstep for Hebron, but why does the program seem to act like it doesn't exist? What exactly happened? There is no trace of a free video of the show on the internet and I always see band members comment things like "2011. never again." on youtube. Was it just that it was a bad year? or did other things happen?

 

Big fan of you guys 

I have it crossed out sorta as a way to show how far we've (Hebron) come, because 2011 was the worst year ever for the band, and 2012 was the best, until 2013. 

[BaritoneBro]

CTJ and Round Rock seem to be really quiet so far. I'm excited to see how much they've improved since BOA Austin and Conroe!

 

I've also been wondering, if Marcus didn't perform their full show at DMI, will they be finished by this weekend? Or are they building up to Grand Nationals?

[Percussionization]

I have it crossed out sorta as a way to show how far we've (Hebron) come, because 2011 was the worst year ever for the band, and 2012 was the best, until 2013. 

That's really inspiring... That's amazing how y'all went and made a comeback as hard as you did! You beat us last year with one of our best shows! That's amazing!

[Lolwhatsup]

Cedar Ridge is really stepping up their game. I think they might be pretty high up there in finals. Possibly big competition.

[BaritoneBro]

Cedar Ridge is really stepping up their game. I think they might be pretty high up there in finals. Possibly big competition.

I agree. They've definitely grown a whole lot compared to last year and they've shown that they'll keep growing until they're on the field at Lucas Oil. I have high hopes for them at BOA SA and GN. 

[Percussionization]

CTJ and Round Rock seem to be really quiet so far. I'm excited to see how much they've improved since BOA Austin and Conroe!

 

I've also been wondering, if Marcus didn't perform their full show at DMI, will they be finished by this weekend? Or are they building up to Grand Nationals?

 

We (Round Rock) are quiet because really we don't know what is going to happen. I personally think that we will either beat CTJ and Bowie, or we will stay behind them yet again for BOA SA. We have the potential to go really far, but so has everybody else. In my opinion I think that we will do something that we have never done before. That's all I got!

[Keegs]

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[Dork_killa]

So how does every one think morton ranch is gonna do this year.. I hear they have a pretty good show

[Hard Core Band Fan]

Some trivia regarding all of the BOA San Antonio finalist from 1994 - 2012:

 

Aledo  - Was 32nd in 2012, 37th in 2011, & 22nd in 2008 prelims. Made finals (14th) in 2010.

Anderson - Attended only twice. Was 30th in prelims in 2012 and 11th in finals in 2011.

Berkner - Made finals in 2010, 2008, & 2007. Was 18th in prelims in 2012.

Brazoswood - Attended 9 times and made finals 6 times (2007, 2005, 2003, 2001, 2000, & 1994).

Carmel (IN) - Attended once in 2002 and won.

Cedar Park -  Has made finals every year attended except 2005 and was 17th in prelims. Was Grand National Finalist in 2010.

Claudia Taylor Johnson - Was 29th in prelims in 2008 - (1st year school opened) and 23rd in 2009. Has made finals since 2010. Was Grand National Finalist in 2011.

Clear Brook - Attended from 2009-2005, but only made finals in 2006 (11th). Attended Grand Nationals once in 2007 and was 17th in semifinals.

Colleyville Heritage - Attended 2011-2005, 2002, and 2001, making the finals in 2009, 2007, & 2001.

Coppell - Attended 2011, 2009, 2007, 2005 making the finals in 2005 (13th).

Creekview - Attended 2008-2004, making finals in 2004 (11th).

Cypress Falls - Attended 2007, 2005, 2003-2000 and made finals in 2005, 2003, 2001.

Edinburg - Attended 2009, 2007, 2005, 2001, 1998, 1995, & 1994, making finals in 1995 (10th).

Edinburg North - Attended 2008, 2007, 2005, 2003-2000, 1998, 1995, & 1994, making finals in 2000 (9th).

Flower Mound - Attended twice and made finals both times - 2012 (11th) & 2011 (9th).

Friendswood - Attended 2012, 2010, & 2008, making finals in 2008 (10th).

Haltom - Attended 2012-2002, 1998, & 1995, making finals 2008-2002 & 1998. Attended Grand Nationals twice - 2002 16th in prelims & 1998 23rd in prelims.

Harlingen - Attended 2009, 2008, 2006, 2004-2001, & 1999, making finals in 2001 (6th).

Hebron - Attended 2012-2003, making finals in 2012 & 2010-2004. Was 19th in prelims in 2011 & 18th in prelims in 2003.

Jackson Academy, MS - Attended 2012, 2009, & 1999, making finals in 1999 (8th).

James Bowie - Attended 2011-2001, & 1995, making finals 2011-2007, 2005-2003, 2001, & 1995. Was 13th in prelims in 2006 & 11th in prelims in 2002, missing finals.

Keller - Attended 2012, 2010-2008, & 2003-2002, making finals 2010-2008.

Klein Forest - Attended 2008 & 1994, making finals in 1994.

Klein - Attended 2007-2005, 1995, & 1994, making finals in 1995 & 1994.

L.D. Bell - Attended 2012-2006, 2003-1999, & 1995, making finals every year attended. Was 1st or 2nd from 2011-1999 when attended and was 1st 6 times, 2nd 5 times, 3rd once (2012), and 7th once (1995). Was Grand National Finalist in 2010-2005, 2003, & 2001. Was Grand National Champion in 2007.

Lake Highlands - Attended 2005 & 2004, making finals in 2004 (13th).

Leander - Attended 2012-2007, 2005-2004, 2002, 1998, & 1995, making finals 2012, 2009-2008, 2002, 1998, & 1995. Was Grand National Finalist in 1999 (11th).

Lewisville - Attended 2007, 2004-2001, & 1995-1994, making finals 2002 & 2001.

MacArthur - Attended 1999, 1998, & 1994, making finals every year attended.

Marcus - Attended 2012-2003, making finals 2012-2004. Did not make finals in 2003 - was 21st in prelims. Has been 1st or 2nd in finals since 2007. Was Grand National Finalist in 2009 (4th).

McCullough - Attended once in 1994 and made finals (10th).

Moore (OK) - Attended once in 1994 and made finals (6th).

New Braunfels - Attended 2011, 2009, 2002-1998, making finals in 1998.

Owasso (OK) - Attended once in 2004 and made finals (3rd).

Plano East - Attended 2012-2010, making finals in 2012 & 2010.

Richland - Attended 2012-2011, 2009, 2007-2002, 2000, & 1998, making finals every year attended. Was Grand National Finalist in 2007 & 2005. Did not make Grand National Finals in 2001 (22nd) & 1997 (14th).

Robert E. Lee - Attended 2000-1998 & 1995-1994, making finals 1999 & 1998.

Ronald Reagan - Attended 2012-2000, making finals every year attended. Was Grand National Finalist in 2012, 2005, 2003, & 2002. Did not make Grand National Finals in 2007 - 16th in prelims.

Round Rock - Attended 2012, 2011, & 2009, making finals in 2012 (8th) & 2011 (7th). Was 28th in prelims 2009.

Seguin - Attended 2006-1998 & 1995, making finals 2000-1998 & 1995.

Spring - Attended 2012-2009, 2007, 2005-2002, & 1995-1994, making finals 2012-2009, 2004-2003, & 1995-1994. Was Grand National Champion in 1993 & Grand National Finalist in 1991. Did not make Grand National Finals in 2011 (13th) & 2002(18th).

Stephen F. Austin - Attended 2012-2011, 2009-2008, 2005, 2003, 2001, & 1999, making finals every year except 2012 (27th in prelims). Was Grand National Finalist in 2010, 2007, 2004, & 2002.

Taft (San Antonio) - Attended 1999 & 1998, making finals in 1999.

The Woodlands - Attended 2012-2009, 2007-2005, 2003, 2002, & 2000-1998, making finals every year attended. Was Grand National Finalist in 2011, 2009, 2007, 2006, 2004, & 2002. Did not make Grand National Finals in 1998 - 18th in prelims.

Union (OK) - Attended twice and made finals both times - 1995 (4th) & 1994 (3rd).

Westfield - Attended 2009, 2007-2002, 2000, 1998, 1995, & 1994, making finals 2007-2002, 2000, 1998, 1995, & 1994. Was Grand National Champion in 2003 & 2nd in Grand National Finals in 1995, 1990, & 1985.

Westlake - Attended 2012-2008, 2006-2003, 2000, 1999, making finals in 2012, 2008, 2006-2003, 2000, & 1999.

Winston Churchill - Attended every year, making finals all years except 2012 (16th in prelims). Was Grand National Finalist in 2006, 2002, 1999, & 1998. Did not make Grand National Finals in 2010 - 23rd in prelims.

 

[Hard Core Band Fan]

That's really inspiring... That's amazing how y'all went and made a comeback as hard as you did! You beat us last year with one of our best shows! That's amazing!

 

Hebron beat Round Rock in the finals by .10 because Round Rock had a .10 penalty. Without the penalty, they would have been tied for 7th and since Round Rock's GE score was higher, they would have actually been in 7th place. At least last year, you two were pretty even.

[takigan]

McCullough - Attended once in 1994 and made finals (10th).

 

McCullough is actually the spiritual predecessor of The Woodlands HS.  McCullough was the high school that served The Woodlands community from its founding in the mid-70s until The Woodlands High School was built in 1996.  The student body of McCullough was moved to TWHS, and McCullough became a middle school.

[jacred]

I've seen a couple of people mention this already, but everyone still seems focused on the top 6 bands. Blue Springs from Missouri is no joke. They will upset some other bands that are in finals contention. Making second place and beating out Owasso and Marion Catholic is serious stuff. 

[itsstephenyo]

I've seen a couple of people mention this already, but everyone still seems focused on the top 6 bands. Blue Springs from Missouri is no joke. They will upset some other bands that are in finals contention. Making second place and beating out Owasso and Marion Catholic is serious stuff. 

That's very true. Owasso and Marion are incredibly good bands and that was a pretty well contested top 5 at that regional up there. That's why it's great that other bands from out of state come down to Texas!