The Carbon High School Marching Band finished as state runner-up at the 3A State Marching Band Championships held at Utah Tech University, capping a season marked by top honors across Utah competitions. ETV News reported the Dinos earned first-place finishes at the Nebo Tournament of Bands and the Davis Cup Invitational on Oct. 31, along with third-place results at the Wasatch Front Invitational and the Oquirrh Mountain Invitational.
Individual sections also stood out throughout the season. The color guard earned Outstanding Color Guard honors at all four competitions, while the percussion section collected Outstanding Percussion Section awards at three events. The full band received Outstanding Music awards at both Nebo and the Davis Cup Invitational, according to ETV News.
Director of Bands Adam Cunningham said the season was especially rewarding as students worked through new challenges in show design and logistics. He noted that directors were proud of the students for navigating those obstacles while continuing to build momentum. Cunningham said the group walked off the field in St. George proud of its performance, describing the season as a great one.
The state runner-up finish came behind Canyon View and reflected hours of preparation and commitment from students throughout the marching season, ETV News reported.
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