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All of the LakeShoremen feel the loss within the Kiltie's and throughout the drum corps activity. Prayers go out to all whom this tragedy has affected. Thank you to the Kilties for showing tremendous heart during that trying evening. Being in the stands, sympathy was felt by all and admiration for the courage and commitment to him that was displayed. Bless You and best wishes for the future. Duane Jones Rochester Crusaders LakeShoremen

Thanks for the words of encouragement. The confidence of the corps is inspiring as well considering that plans were not to be compete on the field, but the secret plan was to march our show at mini-corps since they moved the venue! The group is facing the challenge well and we are plotting on what we can do to lessen some undertime penalties, and liven up the drill a bit. A 208 count hold does not work too well, see expect some minor tweaks in the opener, and adding what we can where we can. Our effort will be to present what we have as well as we can, and to heck with everything else. This will be my 10th DCA, and first since 2000, and the one responsible for all of the members of Cru now in LSM. Our goal is to have fun and bring the crowd along for the ride. Looking forward to seeing you all in lovely Lackawanna Stadium!! Duane Rochester Crusaders 1990-7, 2000 Lakeshoremen 2004-5

Actually, How about 26 corps? Chops Inc was at Kalamazoo and scored 61.775, which would make 26 active senior corps in one night. LakeShoremen did an exhibition last week at DeKalb, but is currently planning to take the field competitively in 2006. We will be at DCA mini-corps this year! See you there! Duane Rochester Crusaders 90-98, 2000 LakeShoremen 2004-5