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Post by BandHomer on Nov 6, 2022 11:22:14 GMT -6
I watched it, and I'm still baffled that San Marcos didn't get an 86 or an 87. Their show was so clean! And so dramatic! And just really good!
Looking at who else is attending Grand Nationals, it's not looking super competitive for the finals cutoff. Very few Texas bands are going. No Reagan, FloMo, Vandy, Round Rock, Vista Ridge, CTJ, etc. Prosper is the only Texas band that I think has a real lock on finals. Wando and Blue Springs are also not attending, which frees up two more spots.
Beyond that, though, there are a lot of bands American Fork will have to outdo in order to make finals—mostly older bands that usually outscore them, like Marian Catholic and Center Grove. It will still be a challenge for them, for sure. But, for once, I think it is at least within the realm of possibility.
I am, of course, very impressed with Cedar Valley and Lone Peak—but also Davis and Westlake, of course! As much as Davis's show still isn't my favorite, it sure looks like Utah bands are moving up in the world. Exciting times may lie ahead!
Agree this year lines up nicely for AF to return to GN finals. But beyond that, I’m impressed with their drive and dedication to prepare for Grand Nats. If it pays off, AF can be a template for other bands to step up and collectively hit that next level. This midwesterner will be cheering for them! Can’t wait to see how this shakes out.
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Post by marimba11 on Nov 6, 2022 11:51:56 GMT -6
Scoring a 90 is still a great sign. I think AF is pretty solidly in finals
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Post by hewhowaits on Nov 6, 2022 13:27:37 GMT -6
Scoring a 90 is still a great sign. I think AF is pretty solidly in finals They're definitely in the conversation, along with a large group of bands that appear to be in the "anywhere from 10th to 20th" realm.
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Post by pitplayer19 on Nov 6, 2022 19:08:27 GMT -6
Y'all, I stared at these recap scores for a while and they are all over the place. Lone Peak taking third in music, Cedar Valley 11th in visual GE, Westlake snagging visual in finals but getting low Music GE. I don't believe in judging conspiracies, nor am I saying a band got robbed or anything, just very interesting seeing the score differences. It was a very fun day!
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