SF2K4 Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Some believe that holes have no bearing on the judges scores. I used to think that ( say ) 12 holes in line would hurt your performance scores, particularly in the Visual captions. However, I've seen this year where it's entirely possible for a Corps scores to go up by having 12 holes. So I'm not as confident any longer that holes affect one's score in a negative manner. The research data this year ( ie, the judges scores from show to show ) in fact does not support the contention that holes negatively affect a Corps score. As long as the hole can be seen during the entire show, as if it were a member itself, and is not lost occasionally due to interval problems, then usually the score won't suffer... and it shouldn't... the members can't control the fact that there's a hole so as long as they leave the hole and leave it the same the whole time they shouldn't be punished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark in AZ Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I saw a couple of holes in the Academy horn line early, but they closed up later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaos001 Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Regiment had a tuba hole due to injury...but now someone who was injured during spring training is back and will fill the hole. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PioSop06 Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Glassmen are advertising a baritone hole and a mellophone hole that they need people for. They have a piece of paper on their souvie trailer about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrumpetVinny Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I recall Bluecoats having some holes but I'm not sure if they still had them in San Antonio since I didn't watch it yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barigirl78 Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I've been watching the Houston shows and I can't believe how many corps still have holes at this late stage in the game (as DCI is August 8th). I'm wondering if it's mostly due to injuries or if they are still in need of members.Some shows just look extra dirty right now because of the holes - and you know it must be affecting scores! It's a very demanding activity. People get injured. People decide it's too grueling and quit. Some corps have replacements who are coming in, but haven't learned the drill yet. Drills and music are demanding and it takes time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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