Mello Momma

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The Little Rock show, I believe

My son took a similar path - for him, it has been about pushing himself to see how far he can go. Started with a #14-16 corps right out of HS, had a good experience, but wanted more challenge. Moved on the next year to a #10-12 corps, and again, enjoyed his time with them and was 100% committed during his time with them. He then took one year off for school obligations. This is his age-out year, and he wanted to go out with a bang. He tried out for two top-5 corps and is now marching with one of them, thriving on the challenging program, intense competition and pressure to perform at the highest level. For him, it's always been about having the most demanding music and drill to master that he can, and to excel in competition. That said, there are equally as many kids who value the bond of "family" over "moving up". My son has known many members over the years who could be with a higher-slotted corps from a talent/experience perspective, but they are comfortable with their people, place highest value on the bonds, and want to stay part of the same "family. I don't think either choice is better or worse than the other - it all depends on a kid's emotional makeup and his/her most important goals for THEIR drum crops experience . . .