I have read this board for many years and never really entered the discussion, but as a Tennessee resident who is very impressed with how MCDC has developed, I registered just to throw out some support for them.
If I have interpreted MCDC's schedule appropriately, they haven't even had their most significant training camp of the season yet. Given the circumstances, I view the number at the Martin, TN show as insignificant. Slow and steady wins the race. This group has a great staff and what looks to be like a strong and eager membership base. I have a feeling they will do just fine come August.
Congratulations on finally doing drum corps the right way in Tennessee.