Sluggo

it really varies between corps. Majority of the larger corps (Top 12) have much more vehicles/support vehicles than a smaller corps and/or Senior Corps. This is NOT inclusive to all corps, just an idea of what may possibly be used in a Top 12 corps: Three 53' tractor trailers (Instrument/uniforms, equipment, food) (electrical and water hook-ups may be needed for food truck) Five 53' coach buses (members/staff/volunteer) One box truck with attached trailer (souvie/supply) One mini van (support, quick town trips)

After taking massive notes from the Madison Scouts (of their Mardi Gras participation), The Cavaliers took the next step and participated in the 2022 Mardi Gras festivities. Marching in the Endymion and Orpheus parades, it was an awesome experience for all involved! (myself included) For more info, Cavaliers Alumni at Mardi Gras

No, wasn’t ‘90 Allentown.

All the shows from the mid to late 80s were my favs (doesn't it seem that way for every generation, where the shows they watch are their favs?) I do wish I knew more about drum corps while in high school...or knew how to audition before I did. I do remember watching DCI Finals videos during our band camp and it was amazing to see these awesome corps performing on video. My first actual LIVE performance was '90 Allentown. I was truly blown away at the raw-in-your-face wall of sound. I had a friend who was in his 2nd year with the Cavaliers, so all of us were on edge waiting for scores from the other Regional shows as they would write the scores on boards down on the field between performances (yes, this was way before today's instant technology...wait, is 800-DCI-SCORE still active? LOL). However, I'm glad I was able to march two years ('91-'92) and they are still the best two years of my life thus far! 1993 would have been my age-out year, but I joined the Air Force. I did see the guys in Dekalb at DCM, so was able to see all my buds before heading up to North Dakota for my duty station.

There was a bus driver who's name was Skeletor! I remember the guard had gotten a 'new' bus (with air conditioning) and we had missed a turn to a practice site, so the drivers were trying to figure out how we were going to turn around and get where we needed to be. Well, Skeletor (the driver) decided to do a 3-point turn in the street....without going up a block and making the 3-point turn, and as he backed up, backed up into a huge berm which punctured the air conditioning pump.....that totally sucked! anyway, I had gotten my nickname at my first audition camp from the vet while sitting in the library at Rosemont Elementary, and this Vet had walked by and said, "HEY SLUGGO" to me, and I was like...wtf?!! Then he told me to figure out who Sluggo was by next camp, and I was pretty much in...albeit once I passed all auditions and all, but it felt great to be welcomed.

Cavaliers zeroing, aiming high in 2020

Since there usually isn't much discussion from any corps, it was great to see and hear what is going on from The Cavaliers. Mr. Lugo is keeping the Donors, and Alumni well connected with the young men who are looking at marching with the Cavaliers. It will be a long time before we know how everyone is against each other since the first real match up isn't until Jul 20th and 21st.

It would be interesting to see how much the Theater events cost DCI. Sure, we would all love to see DCI everyday, however, what about in BOA in November, then in April, show WGI. I'm sure both of these events wouldn't bring the crowds that DCI would bring, but may be able to keep some sort of 'fix' for those of us wanting something. We are able to see bands in Parades for Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, as well as Rose Bowl Parade, what about other events like Cherry Blossom Parade, or St. Patrick's Day? (yeah, one could hope) Wonder how much 'new' audience DCI will gain with The Rocks Docu-series coming next year Before social media really took off, I know Dan Potter was doing his podcasts, but not sure if he still does them as I haven't subscribed to podcasts the last few years. as for the Kaleidoscopic type drills, it would be great to see them come back and move away from the theatrics we have come to know of DCI/BOA. As others have stated, some corps have been able to emulate those great designs of Michael Gaines, Zingali, or Brubaker, but no one has ever come close to them as we remember.

Nice stadium blog you have!

Matt, great review of the many stadiums around the country. I realize it's not all-inclusive yet, and it's a great work in progress. As a few others have suggested, the DCI Minnesota show at TCF Stadium is a great venue (despite it's opening debut with the severe weather) Also surprised that Broken Arrow's stadium hasn't been listed/reviewed yet as that is a great mid-western drum corps show! Even though there hasn't been a DCI Show at this stadium in a long time, would be good to read something on 1991s DCI World Champion show site at the Cotton Bowl. A few other places for food for blogs: Rice University Citrus Bowl Murfreesboro, TN Veterans Memorial Stadium; Jackson, MS and a slew of others! Definitely look forward to seeing more reviews in the coming years!!!

Glad you liked it. Not too bad for only getting a horn and music on Wednesday and playing on Saturday after a 20yr absence! LOL (although, I just didn't like the arrangement of Star-Spangled Banner. I agree with most to just keep it simple....)

John, how'd you go about adding the module? Another forum where I'm an Admin just switched from Fusion software to IPB, and I spent the past few days trying to figure out how these modules work. (hard when I've been gone from IPB for so long) I know this forum isn't monitored as often, but any incite would be great!

So many people on DCP in MN, this would have been a great venue for a Meet-Up. Unfortunately for me, I won't be there! I would have worn my DCP shirt to be recognized!!!

I'm so bummed I can't be there for this show this year. Had a blast last year (despite the downpour) and was looking forwardto this year, but work got in the way. Spent Tuesday out in Chanhassen watching The Cadets rehearse, I really liked what they were doing. Would have been fun to see the other corps rehearse today, but since I work out of Miami, I had to leave this morning. I do wish for great weather and best of luck to ALL participating corps!