UIL 5A State Marching Contest 2023

[ATrumpet]

15 minutes ago, SaxMeow said:

that’s what happens aledo when you boo richland at bisd marching fest😘

I’m sorry but this never happened, idk what you are on about

[PenguinGuy]

Very curious about where McKinney north placed, the crowd seemed to love it but the judges placed them way lower than i expected

[Tubalord11]

Well, it seems Cedar Park won't be going down without a fight! I think the bottom half is scheduled really good, with Rouse and CP going back-to-back, Forney, and then Leander and Wakeland going back-to-back. We get what will most likely be the battle for first, and then the battle for second. Congrats @clarinetistkai05 on 5th, can't wait to watch yall's run tomorrow, will be a super exciting 5A finals comp! 

[ValleyBandFanatic]

Wow, the level of toxicity is the highest I’ve seen here. Can’t we all just celebrate the hard work EVERYONE has done? At the end of the day if the kids had fun through the entire season, then what else is there to fight about? We are here to celebrate Texas Marching band, not be sore losers/winners. Think about all the other bands who weren’t fortunate to be at this comp. They will gladly take your preferred schools place if you aren’t happy with it. Be grateful, and be happy. Push others, not drag them down!

[QuadMonkey]

what did the mesquite bands get ...

[TheSV-001Gamer]

UNT got robbed for finals 😔

[clarinetistkai05]

1 minute ago, ValleyBandFanatic said:

Wow, the level of toxicity is the highest I’ve seen here. Can’t we all just celebrate the hard work EVERYONE has done? At the end of the day if the kids had fun through the entire season, then what else is there to fight about? We are here to celebrate Texas Marching band, not be sore losers/winners. Think about all the other bands who weren’t fortunate to be at this comp. They will gladly take your preferred schools place if you aren’t happy with it. Be grateful, and be happy. Push others, not drag them down!

EXACTLY! I don’t understand why people can’t be happy with each other and celebrate these achievements. I’m dumbfounded, but I’m just happy for everyone’s accomplishments this season!

[Jingle]

35 minutes ago, yayband914 said:

You’re welcome. 

1. Cedar Park - 12

2. Rouse - 17

3. Wakeland - 23

4. Leander - 25

5. Forney - 45

6. Centennial - 54

7. Lone Star - 62

8. Roma - 62

9. Friendswood - 67

10. Richland - 67

11. Lebanon Trail - 70

12. Hendrickson - 74

Where did you get these scores? I don’t see them on the website…

[BandKid_2]

Everyone was amazing tonight and congrats to the bands that made finals, i’m excited to preform with y’all tomorrow. 

[fluteyboi]

1 minute ago, TheSV-001Gamer said:

UNT got robbed for finals 😔

I heard they were immediately bypassed to 0 place so we’re all good!

Also why can’t people be happy for each program. It’s such a huge accomplishment to make state and every performer did absolutely amazing! We should be proud of each and everyone of them. 

[clarinetistkai05]

7 minutes ago, Tubalord11 said:

Well, it seems Cedar Park won't be going down without a fight! I think the bottom half is scheduled really good, with Rouse and CP going back-to-back, Forney, and then Leander and Wakeland going back-to-back. We get what will most likely be the battle for first, and then the battle for second. Congrats @clarinetistkai05 on 5th, can't wait to watch yall's run tomorrow, will be a super exciting 5A finals comp! 

AHHHH THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! IM SO HONORED TO EXPERIENCE THIS ONE LAST TIME 😭😭

[clarinetistkai05]

3 minutes ago, Jingle said:

Where did you get these scores? I don’t see them on the website…

that’s what I’m tryna figure out

[The_Synth_Queen]

I’ve noticed a lot of nastiness and mean spirited comments recently. That makes me so incredibly sad. Marching band should bring us together under the common love for the sport. We all care so much about how our and our children’s bands do, but that shouldn’t give us an excuse to tear down each other or other programs. We all need a refresher on etiquette. Everyone in every band did great today, and we should be acknowledging that.

Congratulations to all those who made it to state, and good luck to all those who made finals. I’m excited to see what comes tomorrow!

[Band Dad 2021]

5 minutes ago, Jingle said:

Where did you get these scores? I don’t see them on the website…

They get leaked…

[Bill_Hou]

2 minutes ago, clarinetistkai05 said:

that’s what I’m tryna figure out

All the directors and people in the know get the scores.  Many of them will share with other friends in the music community.  So that's how quick summaries go out and eventually a copy of the page will go out.  Theoretically they aren't formally released to the public until after finals.

[BandKid_2]

2 minutes ago, clarinetistkai05 said:

that’s what I’m tryna figure out

legit i don’t know where these scores came from

[Tubalord11]

1 minute ago, clarinetistkai05 said:

that’s what I’m tryna figure out

Lets just say certain people have their ways of getting the scores early, but I can confirm these are the scores from prelims. But yeah some people have access to them either through connections or I'd imagine so people can get a "taste" of results, but yes these are the placements and total scores of prelims, scores won't become public till tomorrow after finals. 

[packwick]

43 minutes ago, yayband914 said:

You’re welcome. 

1. Cedar Park - 12

2. Rouse - 17

3. Wakeland - 23

4. Leander - 25

5. Forney - 45

6. Centennial - 54

7. Lone Star - 62

8. Roma - 62

9. Friendswood - 67

10. Richland - 67

11. Lebanon Trail - 70

12. Hendrickson - 74

see, UIL is still its own thang!!

[BandDad4Life]

39 minutes ago, meowmeowmeow11 said:

can someone explain how the scoring works🤔 less numbers is best? 

The bands are ranked 1- the number of bands in different areas by the judges. Those numbers are added up so the lower number wins. 

[GradDad]

1 minute ago, Tubalord11 said:

Lets just say certain people have their ways of getting the scores early, but I can confirm these are the scores from prelims. But yeah some people have access to them either through connections or I'd imagine so people can get a "taste" of results, but yes these are the placements and total scores of prelims, scores won't become public till tomorrow after finals. 

They get leaked super easily. All of the directors get the recap during their director’s meeting before announcements. I’ve seen them share the recaps pretty liberally before. 

[Bill_Hou]

1 minute ago, GradDad said:

They get leaked super easily. All of the directors get the recap during their director’s meeting before announcements. I’ve seen them share the recaps pretty liberally before. 

Yeah, and realistically there's no reason not to.  Not sure why after prelims it's so important to hide the results from everyone.  I know they say it may impact the kids but many of the directors tell the kids anyway.

[TheSV-001Gamer]

Bouncing back on the topic of negative commments. Big reminder that while competitions are cool and all. UIL was made to give a student an experience they will never forget. An experience that pushes them to be their best no matter what sport. Marching Band is something that gives students a chance to be proud on what they have accomplished no matter how good their season went no matter how well they are, but giving something to look back on and give a show for every marching enthusiast to enjoy! While state contest is exciting we gotta be considerate of others!

[BandDad4Life]

UIL Conference 5A Finals Schedule 

Block 1: 12th - 7th Place (Random Order)
Block 2: 6th - 1st Place (Random Order)

2:15 PM - Lebanon Trail H.S.
2:30 PM - Friendswood H.S.
2:45 PM - Roma H.S.
3:00 PM - Richland H.S.
3:15 PM - Lone Star H.S.
3:30 PM - Hendrickson H.S.
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4:00 PM - Burleson Centennial H.S.
4:15 PM - Rouse H.S.
4:30 PM - Cedar Park H.S.
4:45 PM - Forney H.S.
5:00 PM - Leander H.S.
5:15 PM - Wakeland H.S.

[ValleyBandFanatic]

I’m excited to find out how all the AREA G bands did in prelims🤔 

Very competitive season in the Valley, A lot of bands down here historically take bragging rights seriously as motivation for the upcoming season (in a respectful way for the most part). Very much looking forward to next year already based on results!

[GradDad]

5 minutes ago, Bill_Hou said:

Yeah, and realistically there's no reason not to.  Not sure why after prelims it's so important to hide the results from everyone.  I know they say it may impact the kids but many of the directors tell the kids anyway.

Exactly. Directors will use them to help motivate the kids for finals.