BRASSO Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 I don't necessarily disagree with that. I think the Northeast needs a more focused tour, for one thing. Despite the easier driving distances, the three shows in and around Boston near July 4 are the only real concentration of shows in the NE. The later CYO show in Boston seems to be problematic logistically from a tour perspective. There are no shows in southeastern NY (incl. Long Island), none in CT, VT or Maine, a single Open Class show in New Hampshire, and only 1 show in New Jersey. Admittedly, there are both a regular and a regional show in Allentown, and a TOC show in Chester, Pa. But as you say - presence is important, and often a result of appearance, and the northeast could be assisted by a better organized tour through the area. And note, I'm not saying this because I personally want more shows to attend myself - I'm in central NJ, and I can get to Allentown & Chester as easy as anywhere else. But as long as there are ~30 million people in the NYC to Boston corridor, I agree with you Brasso that "presence" ... in one form or another ... should be a focus of DCI Edit: I also think this is one area where YEA! does a good job, providing the primary competition organization in NJ (US Bands). Centralized organization of high school competitions, tied to DCI, is a great way to maintain that presence. I know US Bands extends beyond NJ, but I don't know if there are similar levels of penetration and coverage through the NE. Good reply, imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cappybara Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 Thanks for at least quoting me this time. I don't trash anyone. I'll say if I don't like something, sure. But I don't just sling #### and watch it hit the wall. I'll come back on and say everything I do like tonight just for you sweetie. I cringed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkvillain Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 I'm enjoying my Sunday morning DCP geography lessons. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy. Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 If anyone has the detailed recaps, pm me? <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florida Sun Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 The last good junior show was at Hofstra run by the Sunrisers many many years ago.It featured Boston,@7th Lancers,,The Pacers,sorry don't rember the others but it had 6-7 corps and a packed stadium.l think it was in 66=or 67. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcicolts Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 If anyone has the detailed recaps, pm me? <3 Same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drumcorpsfever Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 By the way, not sure if this was noted elsewhere, but record size crowd in San Antornio - over 14,000 in attendance. I've been to a number of contests this year and the stands are pretty darn full. Atlanta could be a record crowd. Indy should be a record. Attendance is up and DCI should be happy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrumManTx Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 By the way, not sure if this was noted elsewhere, but record size crowd in San Antornio - over 14,000 in attendance. I've been to a number of contests this year and the stands are pretty darn full. Atlanta could be a record crowd. Indy should be a record. Attendance is up and DCI should be happy. It was barely over 10,000 the last time I went. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrownBariDad Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 OK lets move BK and Academy to the west. Now we have top 12 = 10 from the west and 2 from the east. Or how about 10 from the West, 1 from the East, and 1 from the South. Just trying to keep this nonsense going a little longer. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrumManTx Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 If anyone has the detailed recaps, pm me? <3 Bump. Please with puppy dog eyes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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