The Spring-Ford Golden Rams Marching Band earned its first national championship, winning the 2026 USBands Group III Open Class title at MetLife Stadium in Rutherford, N.J., on Nov. 7. pottsmerc.com reported that the ensemble of 82 students in grades 9 through 12 delivered a season-high score of 94.25 and captured the Best Music caption award.
According to pottsmerc.com, the band was led on the field by Drum Major Dylan Morelock and performed its 2026 program, “Dream On,” which featured works by Billy Joel, Brahms, Shostakovich, and Aerosmith. The competition was organized by USBands, which includes more than 700 high school marching bands and over 50,000 students nationwide.
The news outlet reported that Spring-Ford also claimed the 2026 USBands Division III State Championship earlier in the season at Upper Moreland High School, scoring 92.4 and earning caption awards for Best Music, Best Overall Effect, and Best Percussion.
A district press release attributed to communications director Erin Crew said the championship reflected countless hours of rehearsal and dedication by students, directors, and supporters. The band credited the Spring-Ford Music Association, school board, superintendent, principals, and custodial staff for their continued support, pottsmerc.com reported.
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