Day 70

Rehearsal Day: Schuykill Haven, PA

Current Housing: Penn State Schuylkill / 200 University Drive / Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
Show: NA
Tomorrow Housing: Penn State Schuylkill / 200 University Drive / Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
Following another solid performance, the corps has returned to our longtime, East-Coast, home away from home at Penn State Schuykill in Schuykill Haven, PA. It will be a busy day for the corps; while the members are busy cleaning and rehearsing the show, the sewing crew and admin team will be busy refitting and washing uniforms in preparation for the Allentown Regional on Friday. 

Today's Schedule

  7:00 AM - Wake/Eat
  8:00 AM - Stretch
  8:30 AM - Visual
12:15 PM - Lunch
  1:15 PM - Sectionals
  5:15 PM - Dinner
  6:15 PM - Warm Up
  6:30 PM - Ensemble
  8:30 PM - Full Run
  9:00 PM - Section Block
  9:30 PM - Snack
10:30 PM - Lights Out

Forecast

Mostly sunny in the morning then increasing clouds with some scattered thunderstorms later in the day. High 81F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40%.

What's Cookin' ?

TBA

Cooks

Dianne Higgins

Alf (Imported from the Netherlands) 

Day 69

Competition: West Chester, PA

Current Housing: Salisbury Middle School, 3301 Devonshire Rd, Allentown, PA 18103
Show: Farrell Stadium @ West Chester Univ. 875 South New Street, West Chester, PA 19382
Tomorrow Housing: Penn State Schuylkill / 200 University Drive / Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972

As usual, last night's crowd in Salem, Virginia (otherwise known as the home of the Dog Show-Show) really gave it up for the Colts. Even tucked away in the Appalachian Mountains, the crowd was a complete sell out. The performers brought both young and old to their feet, filled with applause and cheering that could be heard for miles. In celebration for the many birthdays yesterday, the entire corps enjoyed these beautiful cakes that were donated by Mrs. Bailey, mother of Mackenzie Bailey! And yes, they tasted as good as they looked!                                                                                                                                

 

Announcements

• Did you see our latest video?

• The final mail drop to the Colts should be sent to
• General Delivery
  Hold for Colts Drum & Bugle Corps
  (Member Name)
  Muncie Post Office
  501 West Memorial Drive
  Muncie, IN 47302-9998

Today's Schedule

  8:00 AM - Wake/Eat

  9:00 AM - Stretch

  9:15 AM - Full Visual

10:15 AM - Sectionals

11:30 AM - Ensemble

  1:00 PM - Run

  1:25 PM - EPL

  3:10 PM - Depart

  5:05 PM - Warm Up

  7:07 PM - Gate

  7:22 PM - Perform

  8:00 PM - Snack

  9:30 PM - Depart

11:30 PM - Arrive

Forecast

Plentiful sunshine. High 77F. Winds light and variable.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:           Cheesy Eggs w/ Potatoes

                          Muffins

                          Fresh Fruit

                          Oatmeal

Lunch:                Fruit Snack @ Field

EPL:                   Chicken Alfredo

                           Steamed Broccoli

                           Carrots and Celery

                           Cheesy Biscuits

Meal 4:               Ravioli

                           Breadsticks

                           Salad 

Cooks:

Dianne Higgins 

Day 68

Competition: Salem, VA

Current Housing: Hollins University / 7916 Williamson Road / Roanoke, VA 24019
Show: Salem Stadium, 1001 Roanoke Blvd. Salem, VA 24153
Tomorrow Housing: Salisbury Middle School, 3301 Devonshire Rd, Allentown, PA 18103

It is a beautiful day here in Roanoke as the corps prepares for the Summer Music Games of Southwest Virginia tonight in Salem. Housing at the beautiful Hollins University Campus, the corps has been hard at work cleaning and preparing the show for yet another awe-inspiring performance.

Today's Schedule

  7:00 AM - Wake/Eat

  8:00 AM - Stretch

  8:15 AM - Visual

10:00 AM - Sectionals

12:00 PM - Lunch

  1:00 PM - Ensemble

  2:40 PM - Run Through

  3:05 PM - EPL

  4:50 PM - Depart

  5:30 PM - Warm Up

  7:34 PM - Gate

  7:49 PM - Perform

  8:20 PM - Snack

  9:50 PM - Depart

 5:30 AM - Arrive

Today's Forecast 

A mix of clouds and sun. Slight chance of a rain shower. High 78F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:  Oatmeal

                 Muffins

                 Fruit

                 Sausage Gravy/Biscuits

                 Sausage

Lunch:       Pasta Bake

                 Garlic Toast

                 Italian Beans

                 Salad

Dinner:       Chicken Nuggets 

                  Loaded Mashed Potatoes 

                  Corn

                  Carrots n Celery 

Meal 4:     Corn Dogs

                 Nachos w/ Cheese

                 Pudding 

Cooks

Diane Higgins 

Amanda Budway

Day 67

Rehearsal Day: Roanoke, VA

Current Housing:       Hollins University, 7916 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA 24019
Show Site:                NA
Tomorrow Housing:  Hollins University, 7916 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA 24019

Checking off another long drive from the season's to-do list, the corps arrived safely in Roanoke VA this morning. Quietly tucked away in the Appalachian Mountains, Roanoke and Salem are two very beautiful towns. For some members of the corps, this could be their first time seeing the east coast mountain range. Tomorrow's show, known to most members as the Dog Show Show, will take place at Salem Stadium, 1001 Roanoke Blvd.Salem, VA 24153. It has earned the title as many's favorite show of the year, due to the hundreds of dogs and their owners that occupy the property between the corps warm up sites and the stadium. This is due to an annual dog show that coincides with the drum corps show. The Salem audience has always been particularly receptive to the Colts; the corps is working hard today to ensure that streak continues.

Today's Schedule

  7:00 AM - Arrive

  9:00 AM - Wake

10:30 AM - Stretch

10:45 AM - Visual

  1:15 PM - Lunch

  2:15 PM - Sectionals

  3:15 PM - Change Locations

  4:00 PM - Change Locations

  5:00 PM - Dinner

  6:00 PM - ReWarm

  6:15 PM - Ensemble

  8:30 PM - Full Run

  9:30 PM - Snack

10:30 PM - Lights Out

Forecast

A mix of clouds and sun with gusty winds. High 81F. Winds WNW at 20 to 30 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:   Cheesy Potato Eggs

                      Muffins

                      Fresh Fruit

Lunch:          Chicken Strips

                       Salad

                       French Fries

Dinner: .        Baked Potato Bar

Snack:           Must Gos

Cooks

Dianne Higgins 

Amanda Budway

Day 66

Rehearsal/Laundry : Cumming, GA

Current Housing:       Otwell MS / 605 Tribble Gap Road / Cumming, GA 30040
Show:                       NA
Tomorrow Housing:  Hollins University / 7916 Williamson Road / Roanoke, VA 24019

After a memorable performance in the Georgia Dome, the corps is hard at work preparing for the upcoming week. The show continues to get cleaner, louder, and more emotional with only two weeks left. From here, the corps turns north to Virginia. 

Today's Schedule

  7:00 AM - Wake

  8:00 AM - Walk to Stadium

  8:15 AM - Stretch

  8:30 AM - Visual

11:45 AM - Lunch

12:30 PM - Ensemble

  4:00 PM - Walk to Housing

  4:15 PM - Dinner

  5:15 PM - Depart for Laundry

  8:30 PM - Return

  9:00 PM - EPL

10:30 PM - Depart 

Forecast

Mostly sunny with temperatures slowly falling to near 84F. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:       Scrambled Eggs with Cheese/Sausage

                      Muffins- Chocolate Chip or Blueberry

                      Fruit

Lunch:            Salisbury Steak

                     Mac n Cheese

                     Fresh Veggies

                     Watermelon

Dinner:         Chicken 

                    Green Beans

                    Loaded Mashed Potatoes 

                    Fresh Peaches from Georgia

Meal 4:        Sloppy Joes

                    Tator Tots

Cooks

Diane Higgins 

Amanda Budway

 

Day 65 - Atlanta Regional

Regional: Atlanta 

Housing:                    Otwell MS / 605 Tribble Gap Road / Cumming, GA 30040
Show:                        Georgia Dome , One Georgia Dome Drive, N.W. Atlanta, GA 30313
Tomorrow Housing:   Otwell MS / 605 Tribble Gap Road / Cumming, GA 30040

Rounding out the Deep South Tour, the corps will head inside for one of the most intense head to head competitions of the summer. Tomorrow's line up includes all DCI World Class corps. The colts will take the stage in the 13 position, after their placement and random drawing from last weeks regional in San Antonio. It has been a crucial weekend for the corps, placing behind Spirit in last week's regional; however the corps has maintained a score of around 80 points the last few shows. With the addition of the new ending, the crowd in Atlanta is in for a real treat on the Dark Side of the Rainbow. 

Announcements

• Mail should be addressed to (UNTIL AUGUST 1st)
• General Delivery
  Hold for Colts Drum & Bugle Corps
  (Member Name)
  Schuylkill Haven Post Office
  2 West Main Street
  Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972-9998

Today's Schedule

  8:00 AM - Wake/Eat

  9:00 AM - Stretch

  9:15 AM - Visual 

  9:45 AM - Sectionals

10:30 AM - Ensemble

12:30 PM - Full Run

  1:00 PM - EPL

  2:30 PM - Depart

  4:00 PM - Warm Up

  6:08 PM - Gate

  6:28 PM - Perform

  7:15 PM - Snack @ Busses

  8:00 PM - Cooks Depart

  9:00 PM - Corps Depart 

10:30 PM - Snack

11:30 PM - Lights Out 

Forecast

Except for a few afternoon clouds, mainly sunny. High near 90F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:     Baked Pancake

                     Ham Slice

                     Fruit

                     Pack Snacks

Lunch:          Spaghetti and Meatballs

                    Salad

                    Mozz Buns

Snack:          Packed Snack from Breakfast

Meal 4:         Corn Dogs

                    Mac n Cheese

                    Banana Pudding with Nilla Wafers

Cooks

Theresa Smith

Toni Jurney
Mary Wacker
Cathy Trotter

Day 64

Competition: Huntsville, AL

Current Housing:        Danville HS / 9235 Danville Road / Danville AL 35619
Show:                        Louis Crews Stadium @ Alabama A & M, Bates Circle Northeast, Huntsville, AL
Tomorrow Housing:   Otwell MS / 605 Tribble Gap Road / Cumming, GA 30040

After breaking 80 points at last night's Alabama Sounds of Summer, the corps is ready to take on their largest performance of the "Deep South" yet.... DCI North Alabama at Alabama A & M. With 12 corps performing, most of which are in the Colts' competition bracket, the corps could do some serious damage with a consistent, compelling, and clean show.

Today's Schedule

  8:00 AM - Wake
  9:00 AM - Stretch
  9:15 AM - Visual
10:45 AM - Sectionals
12:10 PM - Snack
12:30 PM - Ensemble
  2:05 PM - Full Run
  2:30 PM - EPL
  4:10 PM - Depart
  5:40 PM - Warm Up
  7:40 PM - Gate
  7:55 PM - Perform 

  8:30 PM - Snack
10:00 PM - Depart
11:30 PM - Staff Depart
5:00 AM - Arrive in Cumming, GA

Forecast

Mostly sunny skies. High 89F. Winds light and variable.

What's Cookin' ?

TBA

Cooks

Theresa Smith

Toni Jurney
Mary Wacker
Cathy Trotter

Day 63

Competition: Opelika, AL 

Current Housing:         Central High School, 2400 Dobbs Dr, Phenix City, AL 36870
Show:                         Opelika High School, 1700 Lafayette Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801
Tomorrow Housing:    Danville High School, 9235 Danville Road Danville, AL 35619
  
Along with the temperatures, the competition continues to heat up as DCI moves closer to the Atlanta Regional. Tonight, the Colts take on The Madison Scouts, Blue Stars, Pioneer, Mandarines, and Spirit at the Alabama Sounds of Summer in Opelika, AL.

Today's Schedule

7:30 Wakew

8:30 Stretch

8:45 Visual

11:15 Snack (Brass)

11:30 Snack (Percussion)

11:45 Snack (Guard) Brass @ Sectional

12:00 Sectional Perc

12:15 Sectional Guard

2:00 Ensemble

3:30 Run

3:55 EPL

5:40 Depart

6:30 WarmUp

8:29 Gate

8:44 Perform

9:20 Snack

11: Depart

3:30 Arrive in Danville, AL

What's Cookin' ?

Must Go Breakfast

Breakfast Burrito OR Biscuits n Gravy

Bananas

Apple PB Wrap

Granola Bars

Freezer Pops

Southern Bird Dogs

Ranch Potatoes

Green Beans

Sloppy Joes

Fries

Mississippi Mud Pie

Day 62

Competition: Hattiesburg, MS

Housing:          Wayne County High School, 1325 Azalea Drive, Waynesboro, MS
Show:              M. M. Roberts Stadium, College Dr & Eagle Walk, Hattiesburg, MS

Next Housing:   Phenix City, AL (check back for exact housing later today)

Due to yesterday's rain, the official ending to the Dark Side of the Rainbow will not premiere tonight at DCI Southern Mississippi. However, in spite of the weather, the corps did get a lot of great work done, both as a music ensemble and in colorguard sectionals. Tonight the corps will return to M.M. Robert's Stadium at the University of Southern Mississippi. The line up for tonight includes: Pioneer, Pacific Crest, Jersey Surf, Troopers, Colts, Madison Scouts, and the Blue Devils. 

Announcements

• Check out our latest video, the La Crosse review. Stay tuned for more videos on the way soon! 
• Any extra help on the cooktruck is greatly appreciated; even for just a day! Feel free to contact us at colts.cooks@comcast.net to ask questions or sign up to volunteer.

Today's Schedule

  7:00 AM - Wake/Eat
  8:00 AM - Stretch 
  8:15 AM - Visual 
10:15 AM - Sectionals 
12:10 PM - Snack @ Field 1
12:30 PM - Ensemble
  2:00 PM - Full Run
  2:20 PM - EPL
  4:05 PM - Depart 
  5:35 PM - Warm Up
  7:35 PM - Gate 
  7:51 PM - Perform
  9:00 PM - Percussion @ Gate 
  9:15 PM - Drumline Battle 
10:15 PM - Depart 
  5:15 PM - Arrive in Phenix City, AL

Forecast

Scattered clouds with the possibility of an isolated thunderstorm developing this afternoon. High 89F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 30%.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:     Poor Mexican Breakfast

Lunch:          Ham/Cream Cheese Pickle Wrap

                    Pudding Pops

Dinner:          Cornbread Casserole

                     Ambrosia

Snack:          Cinnamon Role Pancakes

                     Bacon 

Cooks

Theresa Smith
Gayle Zahnle
Toni Jurney
Mary Wacker
Cathy Trotter

Day 61

Rehearsal Day: Waynesburo, MS

Housing:                     Wayne County High School, 1325 Azalea Drive, Waynesboro, MS
Show                          NA
Tomorrow Housing:    Wayne County High School, 1325 Azalea Drive, Waynesboro, MS

After an exciting performance in Louisiana,  the corps has successfully made it to Mississippi. The goal for this rehearsal day is to add in the complete ending to the 2014 production, Dark Side of the Rainbow. This will give the corps a few performances to practice the official ending before the regional in Atlanta on Saturday. 

Announcements

• None

Today's Schedule

  8:00 AM - Wake

  9:00 AM - Stretch

  9:15 AM - Visual

  1:00 PM - Lunch

  2:00 PM - Sectionals 

  4:00 PM - Guard to Field 2, Brass to Field 1

  6:15 PM - Dinner

  7:15 PM - Rewarm

  7:30 PM - Ensemble

  9:30 PM - Full Run

10:00 PM - Snack

11:00 PM - Lights Out

Forecast

A mix of clouds and sun with a slight chance of thunderstorms this afternoon. 

High 87F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 30%.

What's Cookin' ? 

Breakfast:          Oatmeal
                         Sausage Links

Lunch:               Sweat Tea Chicken
                         Macaroni Salad
                         Biscuit

Dinner:              Cheeseburgers
                         Loaded Mashed Potatoes
                         Corn

Snack:             English Muffin Pizza
                       Must Gos

Cooks

Teresa Smith

Gayle Zahnle

Toni Jurney 

Mary Wacker

Cathy Trotter 

Day 60

Competition: Lafayette, LA

Housing: Westgate High School, 2305 Jefferson Island RD, New Iberia, LA
Show: Cajun Field - University of Louisiana, 201 Rinehardt Drive, Lafayette, LA
Tomorrow Housing: Wayne County High School, 1325 Azalea Drive, Waynesboro, MS

After a fun filled free-day and a midnight stop at Wal-Mart, the corps is charging into a new week filled with plenty of big shows. Many regard the coming week as one of the most difficult of the entire season. With hot and humid temperatures, big shows, bigger crowds, and the anticipation for performing in one of the largest stadiums of the season on Saturday, the "Deep South" tour has a reputation for making or breaking drum corps. Just like the temperatures, the competition is also heating up. The Colts will see a lot of their rival corps such as Spirit, Troopers, and Blue Stars this week. 
Today, the corps will perform at the University of Louisiana - Lafayette at the Ragin' Cajun field. Three more shows will follow, leading them to the Georgia Dome for the Southeastern Championship in Atlanta on Saturday. 

Announcements

• Be sure to "share" and comment on content you see the corps post on Facebook. While "liking" gives us some response to what you at home enjoy; sharing and commenting help to spread the content on a much broader basis. Join the conversation and help us grow our presence on Facebook! 

Today's Schedule

  7:30 AM - Wake/Eat

  8:30 AM - Stretch

  8:45 AM - Visual 

10:45 AM - Sectionals

12:45 PM - Short Lunch

  1:30 PM - Ensemble

  3:05 PM - Full Run

  3:25 PM - EPL

  5:10 PM - Depart

  6:00 PM - Warm Up

  8:00 PM - Gate

  8:15 PM - Perform

  8:40 PM - Snack

10:20 PM - Depart

  4:30 AM - Arrive

Forecast

Areas of patchy fog early. Scattered clouds with the possibility of an isolated thunderstorm developing this afternoon. High around 90F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 30%.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:             Scrambled Eggs
                             Cheesy Grits
                            English Muffins

Lunch:                   Ham or Turkey n Cheese Sandwiches
                             Fresh Fruit 

Dinner:                  Loose meat Sandwiches 
                             Tator Tots

Snack:                   Cajun Chicken
                             Red Beans &  Rice
                             Whoopie Pies 

Cooks

Theresa Smith
Gayle Zahnle
Toni Jurney 
Mary Wacker 
Cathy Trotter 

Day 59

Free Day: San Antonio 

Housing:                      Natalia High School, 8th & Pearson St, Natalia TX
Show:                          NA
Tomorrow Housing:   Westgate High School, 2305 Jefferson Island RD, New Iberia, LA

With as much hard work the corps has been putting into the program over the last few weeks, some rest and relaxation (or in their case, fried foods and soft drinks) is well deserved. The corps will be taken to downtown San Antonio, an annual free day hotspot for most of the drum corps activity. Members have hundreds of shops and restaurants at their disposal. The historic Riverwalk provides plenty of access to movie theaters and local attractions. For many students, this will also provide their first chance to see and tour the Texas Landmark known as the Alamo. Following the freeday, the corps will rocket into Louisiana. 

Announcements

• The Colts will station our convey in the East parking lot of the Alamodome for the majority of the day. If you plan to meet with one of our members, please insure that ample time is allotted to return them to the buses on time. We appreciate your cooperation! 

• Wanting to send mail? Here is the new drop address.
• General Delivery 
• Hold for Colts Drum & Bugle Corps 
• (Member Name) 
• Schuylkill Haven Post Office 
• 2 West Main Street 
• Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972-9998

Today's Schedule

  8:00 AM - Wake/EPL

10:00 AM - Depart 

11:00 AM - Free Day, Drop off at East Parking Lot @ The Alamodome

  5:30 PM - Load Busses @ Alamodome

  3:00 AM - Arrive at Westgate High School, 2305 Jefferson Island RD, New Iberia, LA

Forecast

A mix of clouds and sun. A stray afternoon thunderstorm is possible. 

Heat index near 105F. High 96F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:              Sausage Patties

                              Hash Browns

                              Fresh Fruit

Lunch:                   On Own

Dinner:                   On Own

Snack:                    NA

Cooks

Theresa Smith

Cathy Trotter

Gayle Zahnle

Toni Jurney

Mary Wacker 

Day 58 - San Antonio Regional

Regional: San Antonio, TX

Housing:                   Natalia High School, 8th & Pearson St, Natalia TX
Show:                       Alamodome, 100 Montana St, San Antonio, TX
Tomorrow Housing:  Natalia High School, 8th & Pearson ST, Natalia TX

"You have the chance to make history".. one of the many quotes from the staff after last night's ensemble rehearsal. Rehearsing in Natalia is always memorable - maybe it's the cool breeze that always accompanies the scorching days once the sun goes down. Maybe it's the soft, short cut Texas grass which is so comfortable to march on. Or maybe it's practicing under the lights...this being one of the few chances that corps has to rehearse at night. Ask any Colts member from the last few years; the evening block before the San Antonio regional is always memorable. The 2014 Colts is no different. 

Today is the first time in the 2014 in which we see every corps in our class in competition. It will be an exciting evening, as the corps has yet to see all of the corps in our scoring bracket. The Colts are scheduled to perform at 5:54 PM. 

Announcements

• Be sure to check out our latest video, thanking the community of Kewanee, IL for their support and hospitality! 
• Tomorrow the corps will have a free day in San Antonio. The corps will be dropped off at 11:00 AM at the Alamodome. The buses will depart from the Alamodome at 5:30.
• Today's Schedule

  7:00 AM - Wake/Eat

  8:00 AM - Stretch

  8:15 AM - Visual 

  9:15 AM - Sectionals 

10:30 AM - Ensemble

12:45 PM - Full Run

  1:15 PM - Eat/Load

  2:45 PM - Depart 

  3:30 PM - Warm Up

  5:34 PM - Gate

  5:54 PM - Perform

  6:30 PM - Eat @ Busses

  7:15 PM - Watch Corps (Do NOT go to San Antonio)

  9:45 PM - Cooks Depart 

10:45 PM - Corps Departs 

11:30 PM - Snack

12:30 AM - Lights Out 

Forecast 

Sunshine and clouds mixed. High 93F. Winds E at 5 to 10 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:                 Pancakes

                                Grilled Ham

                                Syrup

Lunch:                       Ham "HAM"burgers

                                 French Fries (Imported from Paris)

                                 Fruit Cups

                                 

Dinner:                       Pizza delievered to the Stadium

Snack:                       Corn Dogs

                                Fresh Tossed Salad 

                                Fresh Veggies 

Cooks

Gary Metzger 

Carrie Taylor 

Day 57

Rehearsal Day: Natalia, TX

Following yesterday's rainy performance, the show coordinators were forced to cancel the evening's Drumline Battle between the Colts and the Crossmen. Their decision was justified when storm clouds rolled in; lighting sprawled out across the sky, only to be soon followed by torrential downpours. Aside from some a large traffic jam, the corps had a smooth drive out of Austin towards San Antonio. It wasn't long after the corps arrived in our second home of Natalia, TX, that the storm clouds opened up once again. For many, this was some of the heaviest rain they had ever seen. Within minutes, much of the ground was covered in inches of water. This has made for a wet and muggy morning here in Texas. However, miraculously, the fields are in great condition and the members are hard at work preparing for what could potentially be one of the most crucial and exciting performances of the summer; the San Antonio Regional.

Announcements 

• We would like to extend a HUGE thank you to all of the family, friends, and fans who have so graciously donated food over the last few weeks; ESPECIALLY the fruits and vegetables. The members love the fresh, healthy treats as a staple of their diet over the last few weeks. 

Today's Schedule

  8:00 AM - Wake/Eat

  9:00 AM - Full Corps Stretch

  9:15 AM - Full Visual

12:30 PM - Lunch

12:45 PM - Full Staff Meeting 

  1:30 PM - Sectionals

  6:00 PM - Dinner

  7:00 PM - ReWarm

  7:15 PM - Ensemble

  9:20 PM - Full Run

  9:50 PM - Snack

10:50 PM - Member Meeting

11:10 PM - Lights Out

Forecast

Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms possible. Humid. 
High 89F. Winds ENE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30%.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:                Must Go Mania! 

Lunch:                     Chicken Wrap Pita
                               French Fries/Tots
                               Fruit Cup

Dinner:                     Cheese Burgers
                                Pasta Salad

Meal 4:                    Super Nacho Bar
                                Cookies/Banana Cake

Cooks

Lisa Carson
Gary Metzger
Carrie Taylor
Gayle Zahnle

Day 56

Competition: Round Rock, Texas

Following the longest drive of the season, as well as a little Texas shower (there is nothing little about anything in Texas), the corps had a very productive day preparing for tonight's show in Round Rock, Texas. The show as a whole is beginning to mature into one of the best productions in DCI this summer. The judges are taking notice, the crowds are loving it, and the members are pushing themselves to new levels. 

Announcements 

•  The coooktruck is still in need of volunteers! Even if you can only stop in for a day, or even a few meals, a few extra hands on the truck always help. 
• The corps will be having a free day in San Antonio this coming Sunday. More information coming soon. 
• Following tonight's Drumline Battle, be sure to log on to http://www.drumlinebattle.com/ and cast your vote for the Colts! Online voting is what determines the winner of a Drumline Battle! 

Today's Schedule 

   7:00 AM - Wake/Eat
   8:00 AM - Stretch 
   8:15 AM - Visual
 10:15 AM - Sectionals 
 12:15 PM - Snack at Truck
 12:35 PM - Ensemble 
   2:10 PM - Full Run
   2:35 PM - EPL
   4:20 PM - Depart for the Show
   5:35 PM - Warm Up
   7:36 PM - Gate
   7:51 PM - Perform
   8:25 PM - Snack
   9:50 PM - Drumline Battle (Colts v. Crossmen)
 10:30 PM - Depart 
   1:00 AM - Arrive at Natalia HS, 8th and Pearson St.,Natalia Texas 

Forecast 

Thunderstorms likely this afternoon into the early evening. 
High 93F. Winds NNE at 10 - 15 mph. Chance of rain 50%.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:         Blueberry Pancakes  
                       Sausage Patty
                        Orange Juice 

Snack:             Fresh Fruit
                      Granola Bars
                      Fruit Snacks

Dinner:            Pasta w/ Meat Sauce 
                      Garlic Toast 
                      Salad 

Meal 4:            Baked Potato Bar

Cooks

Lisa Carson
Gary Metzger 
Carrie Taylor
Gayle Zahnle 
Vilia Bailey

Day 54

Competition: Bentonville, AK

After a successful night of travel, the corps is preparing for yet another competition. Beautiful weather gave way to an excellent morning of rehearsal. Tonight the corps will see the Crossmen for the first time this season. Following the performance, the corps will take our longest drive of the season to Elgin, Texas.

Today's Schedule 

  8:30 AM - Wake/Eat
  9:30 AM - Stretch 

  9:45 AM - Visual
11:40 AM - Sectionals
  1:35 PM - Snack at the Field
  2:05 PM - Ensemble
  3:35 PM - Run
  4:00 PM - EPL
  5:45 PM - Depart
  6:30 PM - Warm Up
  8:27 PM - Gate
  8:42 PM - Perform
  9:10 PM - Snack
10:30 PM - Depart for Elgin High School, 14000 County Line Road, Elgin TX, 78621

Forecast

Sunny with temperatures falling to the low 60s. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:             Egg n Sausage Bake

Lunch:                  Peanut Butter Apple Wrap

Dinner:                 Super Cheesy Mac n Cheese

                            Hot Dogs

                            Fresh Fruit 

Snack:                 TBA

Cooks

Gary Metzger
Lisa Carson
Gayle Zahnle
Carrie Taylor

Day 53

Competition: Lebanon, Illinois

After our last performance in Iowa, the corps has officially turned south. In less than 6 days, the corps will be in Texas; potentially the farthest that many members have ever been away from home. According to DCI.org, the competition is only heating up....

"Iowa Offensive: Colts passed up Spirit of Atlanta on July 12 in La Crosse, Wisconsin, besting the Georgia corps by a slim margin of five hundredths of a point. Colts widened that lead by nearly a point the following day in Muscatine, Iowa. Before Saturday, it hadn’t been since the 2010 DCI World Championships that the Colts had finished ahead of Spirit. "

Read more: http://www.dci.org/news/view.cfm?news_id=d440b453-91e6-4542-ba7c-491053f2f306#ixzz37T7CaaM1

Announcements

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• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DubuqueColtsMedia
• Instagram: @coltsdci
• Twitter: @TheColts

Today's Schedule

  8:15 AM - Wake/Eat

  9:15 AM - Stretch

  9:30 AM - Visual

11:45 AM - Snack [Brass/Percussion]

12:00 PM - Snack [Guard]

12:15 PM - Sectionals [Brass/Percussion]

12:30 PM - Sectionals [Guard]

  2:15 PM - Ensemble

  3:50 PM - Run

  4:15 PM - EPL

  6:00 PM - Depart

  6:40 PM - Warm Up

  8:40 PM - Gate

  8:55 PM - Perform

  9:30 PM - Snack

  9:46 PM - Drumline Battle (Jersery Surf  v. Colts)

11:00 PM - Depart

  6:00 AM - Arrive, Gravette Middle School, 607 Dallas St. SE, Gravette, AR 72736

Forecast

Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms possible. A few storms may be severe. High 84F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30%.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:            Biscuits 'n Gravy

Lunch:                 Sammies

Dinner:                 Cheeseburgers
                            French Fries

Snack:                  Corn Dogs 

Cooks

Gary Metzger
Lisa Carson
Gayle Zahnle
Carrie Taylor