The marching band program has been a staple of high school extracurricular activities in Utah for nearly 100 years. In that time, Cache County schools have earned numerous awards and gained recognition for their polished performances. This year’s competition was no different, with all four Cache County School District high schools winning accolades in their respective divisions.

 

Unlike other Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA)-sanctioned events, which are one-on-one competitions between schools, marching bands participate in a variety of tournaments and invitationals across the state, culminating in the UMEA Red Rocks State Marching Band Championships in St. George.

 

 

Here’s a recap of the marching bands’ performances throughout the season:

 

   
Photo Credit: John Bedingfield 

 

Green Canyon High School had a standout year, with their show, Apex, competing in the 5A division. Under the direction of Jake Anderson, the band swept the 5A Open event awards during regional competitions, claiming titles at the Davis Cup Invitational, Bridgerland Band Invitational, Mt. Timpanogos Invitational, and Oquirrh Mountain Band Invitational. They also placed second at the Nebo Tournament of Bands just before state. At the UMEA Red Rocks State Marching Band Championships, Green Canyon claimed the 5A Open title and earned additional honors for Outstanding Color Guard, Outstanding Visual Performance, and Outstanding Musical Performance.

 

 

 

   
Photo Credit: @mchsband83 Instagram account

 

Under the direction of Joel Yoder, the Mountain Crest High School marching band competed in the 4A division and placed in several events throughout the season. They earned third place in the 4A Open category at the Oquirrh Mountain Band Invitational, Bridgerland Band Invitational, and Mt. Timpanogos Invitational. Mountain Crest also ranked third in the 4A Open division at the UMEA Red Rocks State Marching Band Championships.

 

 

 

   
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Ridgeline High School performed in both the 5A and 4A divisions during the season, taking home numerous awards. At the Nebo Tournament of Bands, Ridgeline placed third in the 5A Open division—the largest category they competed in. The band also earned second-place finishes in the 4A Open division at the Davis Cup Invitational, Mt. Timpanogos Invitational, Wasatch Front Invitational, Bridgerland Band Invitational, and Oquirrh Mountain Band Invitational. Ridgeline capped the season with a silver medal at the UMEA Red Rocks State Marching Band Championships. Ridgeline's marching band is directed by Jeremy Wells.

 

 

 

   
Photo Credit: @svhsmb Instagram account

 

Sky View High School, under the direction of Brian Carpenter, excelled in the 4A Scholastic division, sweeping first-place titles at all regional invitationals and tournaments, including the Nebo Tournament of Bands, Oquirrh Mountain Band Invitational, Bridgerland Band Invitational, Wasatch Front Invitational, Mt. Timpanogos Invitational, and Davis Cup Invitational. At the UMEA Red Rocks State Marching Band Championships, Sky View earned second place in the 4A Scholastic division.

 

Congratulations to all of our bands for an exceptional season! 

 

For more information about our schools’ performances and awards at the UMEA Red Rocks State Marching Band Championships, check out this article from Cache Valley Daily: Cache Valley marching bands bring home awards and titles from state competition.