The drum major and members of the percussion section wait as the UCM Marching Mules prepare to take the field.
Twirler Tina Guier twirls the baton while the band plays.
The Trombone players prepare to move to the next formation.
Featured twirlers Jayme Smith (left) and Tina Guier (right) strike a pose at the end of one of the songs.
The UCM Mulekickers also performed during the Marching Mules special performance.
John Starr performed a solo on the trumpet.
Piccolo players of the band march in a line while playing.
The Marching Indians of Shawnee Mission North perform a medley of classic and modern songs from various 007 James Bond films.
The marchers take on an interesting spiral formation.
Spectators fill the stands as they watch the Marching Indians perform.
The flag twirlers wear white outfits (angels) or red outfits (demons) as they dance around in unison to the band’s music.
Unique and interesting formations took place on the field during the Rompin’ Stompin’ Raider Band’s performance.
This saxophonist of The Cutting Edge shows the audience some of his dance moves during the performance.
Dressed in yellow, red, and orange outfits, the flag twirlers performed a mystical dance routine.
The Sousaphones provide the bass sounds to the brass section.
Jaguar Pride marching band from Blue Springs South performing “What If”
The Mellophones stand tall while blaring out their parts.
Marchers hold their instrument out in front of them as the execute their movements from formation to formation.
The flag twirlers waved huge green and black flags alongside the marching band.
During part of their performance, the trumpet players took on an interesting formation as they played.
The Falcon Regiment of Olathe South high school took on unique formations on the field.
The Falcon Regiment of Olathe South high school took on unique formations on the field.
Flag twirlers wore black and white masks while they twirl bright multicolored flags.
Trumpet and trombone players try to stay in step as they proceed to their next formation.
The Panther Pride marching band from Raymore-Peculiar High School took the formation of a ship’s helm at the start of their performance.
One of the drum majors of the Patriot Marching Band from Truman High School keeps the band members marching correctly and in time.
The brass section stands in neat lines as they belt out their song.
The flag twirler waves a vibrant yellow flag during the performance.
Photos by ANDREW MATHER
Performers from 31 high school teams traveled to UCM on Saturday, Oct. 19, for the annual Festival of Champions. The Marching Mules also gave a special performance.
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