Day 80 - Drum Corps International Finals - Corps Dismissal Information

DCI Finals : Indianapolis, IN

Current Housing: John E. Worthen Arena, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN
Show: Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S. Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tomorrow Housing: None
The Colts would like to take this time to thank all of our volunteers, staff, family, friends, and fans for a fantastic 2014 season. We couldn't be happier with those who gave so much time and energy to help make this season truly remarkable. Your efforts have made this a truely world class season for our 150 young performers. 
Ultimately, we want to congratulate and thank our members. Their hard work, dedication, trust, and commitment to excellence is what drives this drum corps. We couldn't be happier with your attitudes, professionalism, and drive; both on and off the field. You are the reason we love what we do. 

Congratulations on an incredible season Red Team. 

Announcements

• All members must stay with the corps until dismissal 
• Luggage
• Members will place their luggage in designated bays underneath busses depending on their destination
• Parents are allowed to pick up their luggage at Ball State prior to departure if they wish
• Luggage will not be available to be picked up until after the corps relocates to the Auxiliary Lot by Lucas Oil 
• Drumline Battle
• The Colts and Colt Cadets will be competing in this year's Drumline Battle! 
• All events will be held on Georgia Street in Indianapolis beginning at 12:30 pm
• We need all the support we can muster! Please come and support us live and by voting online!
• For more info, check out http://www.drumlinebattle.com/
• Wrap-Up
• The Corps will have our final meeting in Military Park, Corner of W. New York St. and N West Street
• We strongly encourage family and friends to attend at 2:45 PM
• All corps personnel and belongings must be out of the park by 5:00 PM
• If the wrap up goes past 4:45, we will finish the wrap up at the Auxiliary Lot
• Dismissal
• Once the corps director dismisses the corps for the season, members are free to leave with their families
• Those going to the airport or traveling with the corps vehicles back to Dubuque will stay for Finals
• Load Busses @ 11:30 PM in Auxillary Lot
• Depart at 12:00 AM 

Today's Schedule

  7:00 AM - Wake/Eat/Pack Sack Lunch
  7:30 AM - Begin Equipment Check-In/Cleaning 
  8:30 AM - Dubuque/EnRoute Luggage by CC bus 959
  9:45 AM - Crews Begin
10:25 AM - OTB
10:30 AM - Depart for Indianapolis
12:00 PM - Arrive @ Georgia Street
12:30 PM - Drumline Battle Begins
  2:00 PM - Battle Ends, Walk to Military Park
  2:20 PM - Reload Equipment
  2:45 PM - Wrap Up Begins
  4:45 PM - Move to Aux Lot
  5:00 PM - Luggage Available for Stadium Pickup
  7:00 PM - Finals Begin
11:30 PM - Return to Busses
12:00 AM - Depart for Dubuque

RETURN ROUTE:

Stop 1 – I-74 exit 204, Oakwood Travel Plaza, 
502 Oakwood Road, Oakwood, IL – arrive 
around 12:30 am CENTRAL Time

Stop 2 – I-74 exit 102, Morton Travel Center, 
1801 N Morton Avenue, Morton, IL – arrive 2:45 
am 

Stop 3 – I-80 exit 292, Flying J Travel Center, 
8200 NW Boulevard, Davenport, IA (approx 7 
hours after departure) – 5:00 am 

Destination – Roosevelt Middle School 
Dubuque, (approx 8.5 hours after departure) –
7:15 am 

Forecast

Sun and clouds mixed with a slight chance of thunderstorms during the afternoon. High 83F. Winds ENE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30%.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:           Pancakes
                         Sausage
                         Must Go Extravaganza 

Lunch:                Sack Lunches
                             Ham, Turkey or Cheese Sandwich
                             Chips
                             Fresh Fruit
                             Snacks

Dinner:               NA

Snack:                NA

Cooks

Lisa Carson
Ed Eberling
Alf
Cathy Roberts 
Dianne Higgins

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Day 79 - Drum Corps International Semi-Finals

DCI Semi-Finals: Indianapolis, IN

Current Housing: John E. Worthen Arena, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN

Show: Lucas Oil Stadium - Prelims, 500 S. Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tomorrow Housing: John E. Worthen Arena, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN

On every level; from the bottom to the very top of Lucas Oil, fans were standing on their feet, cheering as the Scarecrow skipped down the yellow brick road. After last night's performance, the corps is ready to give every ounce of themselves to today's rehearsal and performance. More than 100 "tweets" were posted on the cooktruck this morning; all of them from last night. The corps has seen immense support on social media... giving the members a chance to see that their performance is having an effect on people is just another way of fueling this final drive to the end. 

Announcements

• Don't miss today's run through at 11:20 AM at the Rehearsal Fields
• The 2014 Age Out and Volunteer of the Year Ceremony will be held today at Lucas Oil Stadium
• 10:00 PM

Today's Schedule

  6:30 AM - Wake

  7:30 AM - Bus to Field

  7:45 AM - Stretch

  8:00 AM - Warm Up

  9:30 AM - Ensemble

11:20 AM - Run

12:00 PM - Bus to Housing

12:15 PM - EPL

  1:45 PM - Depart

  3:30 PM - Warm Up

  5:15 PM - Load for Stadium

  5:30 PM - Gate

  5:49 PM - Perform

  6:05 PM - Full Corps Gather to Await Scores

  6:45 PM - Pizza

  8:15 PM - Watch Corps

10:00 PM - Age Out / Volunteer of the Year Ceremony

11:10 PM - Return to Buses

11:30 PM - Depart

  1:00 AM - Snack

  1:30 AM - Bed

Forecast

Cloudy. High 78F. Winds ESE at 10 to 15 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

TBA

Cooks

Lisa Carson

Ed Eberling

Alf

Cathy Roberts 

Dianne Higgins 

Day 78 - Drum Corps International Prelims

DCI Prelims: Indianapolis, IN 

Current Housing: John E. Worthen Arena, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN
Show: Lucas Oil Stadium - Prelims, 500 S. Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tomorrow Housing: John E. Worthen Arena, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN

**- TONIGHT ONLY-**

Can't make it to DCI Prelims? No problem! DCI will be broadcasting live in a theater near you for tonight only! The Colts are second in the Live Broadcast Line Up, so be sure to get there early! 

More information on nearby theaters and about tonights show can be seen here. 

http://www.fathomevents.com/event/dci-big-loud-and-live-11/more-info/theater-locations

Live in Iowa? Here is a map of all nearby theaters showing tonight's BIG, LOUD, and LIVE event! 

Announcements

• All warm ups are to be held in Military Park. These are open to the public. 
• Military Park, Corner of W. New York St. and N West Street
• Following warm up, the corps members and staff will bus to Lucas Oil Stadium
• Post-show hats, wrap up, and section meetings will be in the South Parking Lot of Lucas Oil
• Corps Photographs will be taken by Jolesch Photography and can be ordered at their booth in the South Parking Lot
• The cooks and members would like to personally thank all those that have donated to the cooktruck over the last few days. If you would still like to make a donation, we would graciously accept
• Fresh Fruit
• Milk
• Bread

Today's Schedule

  7:00 AM - Wake/Eat

  8:00 AM - Bus to Field 

  8:15 AM - Stretch

  8:30 AM - Visual

  9:15 AM - Sectionals

10:15 AM - Ensemble

12:20 PM - Full Run

12:45 PM - Bus to Housing

  1:00 PM - EPL 

  2:30 PM - Depart 

  4:30 PM -Warm Up

  6:37 PM - Gate

  6:57 PM - PERFORM

  7:50 PM - Pit Load Truck

  8:15 PM - Cooks Depart for Ball State

  9:00 PM - Corps Depart 

10:30 PM - Snack

11:30 PM - Lights Out 

Forecast

Considerable clouds this morning. Some decrease in clouds later in the day. 

High around 80F. Winds E at 5 to 10 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:           Biscuits n' Gravy

                          Fruit

                          Grits n Cheese

Lunch:                Lemon Chicken

                          Veggies

                          Pasta

Dinner:                Sack Lunch

Snack:                 Baked Beans n Wieners

                           Brownies 

Cooks

Lisa Carson

Ed Eberling

Alf

Cathy Roberts

Dianne Higgins  

Day 76

Final Rehearsal Day : Ball State Muncie, IN

Current Housing: John E. Worthen Arena, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN
Show: NA
Tomorrow Housing: John E. Worthen Arena, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN

Yesterday's full rehearsal day pushed the corps to a new level of excellence. Tough work in last night's 4 hour ensemble block is paying off today - the corps is stronger than ever before. Today marks the final full rehearsal day for the 2014 Colts.

Announcements

• All rehearsals are open to the public
• We encourage family, friends, and fans to join us for these last few rehearsals 
• Please be considerate of the rehearsal environment for both the staff and members 
• Triangle Ceremony
• Tonight, 10:30 PM, Outside Worthen Arena 
• The Itenirary is UP! 
• http://www.colts.org/documents/Itinerary_2014_August5.pdf

Today's Schedule 

  7:30 AM - Wake

  8:30 AM - Bus to Field

  8:45 AM - Full Corps Stretch 

  9:00 AM - Visual 

12:30 PM - Lunch

  1:30 PM - Sectionals 

  5:00 PM - Dinner 

  6:00 PM - Ensemble

  8:15 PM - Full Run

  9:15 PM - Depart for Housing

  9:30 PM - Snack

10:30 PM - Triangle Ceremony 

11:30 PM - Lights Out

Forecast

Cloudy with a few showers. High 78F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:       French Toast Bake

Lunch:            Cream Cheese Turkey Wraps w/ Lettuce 'n Bacon
                      Chips
                      Fruit 

Dinner:           Corn Dogs
                      Fries 
                      Fruit 

Snack:            Spaghetti Bake
                      Garlic Toast 
                      Salad Bar

Cooks

Lisa Carson

Ed Eberling 

Alf

Cathy Roberts

Dianne Higgins 

Day 75 - Final Housing Information

Rehearsal Day: Ball State, Muncie, IN

Current Housing: John E. Worthen Arena, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN
Show: NA
Tomorrow Housing: John E. Worthen Arena, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie IN

Even before the horns came down, the crowd was on their feet. Hundreds of cheering fans celebrated an awe - inspiring performance by the Red Team last night in Centerville Ohio. The thunderous applause continued even as the corps left the stadium. 

The drumline cut like never before. The colorguard's emotional performance captivated the audience. The first release of the hornline after the opening impact seemed to suck all the air out of the stadium. A majority of the corps hats shot into the air with such excitement and intent, this only confirmed to the members and the staff, last night's performance was the best show to date.  Going into a 2 day rehearsal stretch, the achievement level they accomplished is exactly what the corps needed. The drive is there; they have tasted the excellence of a new realm of performance. 

"There is nothing more dangerous than a determined group of people with nothing to loose" - Jason Schubert

After a fun-filled and emotional final bus-ride, the corps arrived safely to our home - away from home, Ball State University in Munci, Indiana. 

Click the link below for an interactive map of the housing site.

https://mapsengine.google.com/map/edit?mid=zQsDsnJC_8Bk.kZXU7xRgheIQ

Announcements

• All rehearsals are open to the public
• We encourage family, friends, and fans to join us for these last precious few rehearsals. 
• Please be considerate of the rehearsal environment for both members and staff 
• Triangle Ceremony 
• Wednesday Evening, John E. Worthen Arena 
• 11:15 PM
• A full itinerary for the week will posted on www.colts.org sometime today

• If you would like to donate food to the corps, we would greatly appreciate 
• Fresh Fruit (apples, oranges, bananas, etc)
• Fresh Veggies (for salads)

Today's Schedule

  8:30 AM - Wake/Eat

  9:30 AM - Bus to Fields

  9:45 AM - Stretch

10:00 AM - Visual

  1:00 PM - Lunch [At Fields]

  2:00 PM - Sectionals

  5:00 PM - Dinner [At Fields]

  6:00 PM - Ensemble IN STADIUM 

  9:30 PM - Full Run

10:15 PM - Bus to Housing

10:30 PM - Snack

11:45 PM - Lights Out 

Forecast 

Mainly cloudy. A few peeks of sunshine possible. High near 80F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:         Scrambled Eggs

                        Sausage

                        Oatmeal 

                        Grits

Lunch:              Hot Dogs

                        Apple Peanut Butter Wraps

                       Chips

                       Fresh Fruit

Dinner:            Deli Sandwiches

                       French Fries

                       Fruit

Snack:             Asian Stir Fry

                       Egg Roll

                       Surprise Dessert 

Cooks: 

Lisa Carson

Ed Eberling

Alf

Cathy Roberts 

Dianne Higgins 

Day 74

Competition: Centerville, OH 

Current Housing: 220 Yankee Road, Monroe, Ohio 45050
Show: Centerville H.S. Stadium, 500 E. Franklin Ave., Centerville, OH 45459
Tomorrow Housing: Fieldhouse, Ball State University, 2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN 47306

With yet another drive East, the corps is one day closer to championships in Indy. Today marks the final regular season performance of Dark Side of the Rainbow. Even with the realization that the days are limited, the corps is pushing harder than ever. The members are motivated to reach a level of performance they never thought possible. 

Announcements:

• Check out our latest video! 

• Finals housing information will be released along with tentative plans for Championships in the coming days . Stay Tuned!

Today's Schedule

  8:00 AM - Wake/Eat

  9:00 AM - Stretch

  9:15 AM - Visual 

11:00 AM - Sectionals

12:45 PM - Lunch

  1:45 PM - ReWarm

  2:00 PM - Ensemble

  4:00 PM - Full Run

  4:25 PM - EPL

  6:10 PM - Depart

  7:00 PM - Warm Up

  9:00 PM - Gate

  9:15 PM - Perform

  9:50 PM - Snack

11:20 PM - Depart

  2:00 AM - Arrive in Muncie, IN

Forecast

Abundant sunshine. High near 85F. Winds light and variable.

What's Cookin' ?

TBA

Cooks

Lisa Carson

Ed Eberling

Alf 

Cathy Roberts 

Dianne Higgins

Day 73

Competition: Pittsburgh, PA 

Current Housing: Harrison Middle School, 129 Windvale Dr. , Pittsburgh PA, 15236
Show: Baldwin High School Stadium4653 Clairton Blvd. (PA Route 51) Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Tomorrow Housing: 220 Yankee Road, Monroe, Ohio 45050

Although yesterday's ensemble block was rained out, the corps had a productive evening in sectionals preparing for today's show in Pittsburgh. Rain is still in the forecast for today, so the corps will be prepared to continue work in the school at a moment's notice. The show this evening, tucked away in the hills (and only a few minutes from our housing site) will host 8 DCI corps, with a special performance by the Marine Drum and Bugle Corps. Corps in performance include: Cascades, Mandarines, Pacific Crest, Colts, Blue Knights, Blue Stars, Boston Crusaders, and Phantom Regiment. Following the show, the Colts will perform in a head to head Drumline Battle with the Blue Stars! 

Announcements

• The final mailing address for the 2014 summer tour is
• General Delivery

                     Hold for Colts Drum & Bugle Corps
                     (Member Name)
                     Muncie Post Office
                    501 West Memorial Drive
                    Muncie, IN 47302-9998

Today's Schedule

  7:00 AM - Wake

  8:00 AM - Stretch

  8:15 AM - Visual 

10:15 AM - Sectionals

12:15 PM - Lunch

  1:00 PM - Ensemble

  3:05 PM - Run

  3:30 PM - EPL

  5:15 PM - Depart

  5:45 PM - Warm Up

  7:44 PM - Gate

  7:59 PM - Perform

  8:30 PM - Snack

  9:35 PM - Percussion at Gate

  9:55 PM - Battle

10:45 PM - Depart

  4:15 AM - Arrive in Monroe, OH 

Forecast

Mixed clouds and sun with scattered thunderstorms. High around 80F. Winds light and variable. 

Chance of rain 60%.

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:        Scrambled Eggs
                       Bacon
                       Tator Tots

Lunch:             Sloppy Joes
                       Fries
                       Corn

EPL:               ColtsBowls
                              Mashed Potatoes
                              Chicken Nuggets
                              Corn
                              Cheese
                              Gravy

Snack:            Postcard Pizza
                      Pudding

Cooks

Lisa Carson
Ed Eberling
Alf
Cathy Roberts
Diane Higgins

Day 72

Rehearsal Day: Pittsburgh, PA

Current Housing: Harrison Middle School, 129 Windvale Dr. , Pittsburgh PA, 15236
Show: NA
Tomorrow Housing: Harrison Middle School, 129 Windvale Dr. , Pittsburgh PA, 15236

As members of the “Red Team” from Dubuque, Iowa reflect on their summer season to this point, they don’t just see drill formations improving or hear notes sounding more in tune. The corps members have also found a lot of growth and achievement in the way they interact with one another.

“We’ve definitely been getting a lot stronger physically and mentally, but we’ve also gotten a lot closer,“ said Colts drum major Jason Schubert. “It’s always great to see all the friendships that form through this activity and to watch this group come together as a family is really special to me.” -Drum Corps International

Read more: http://www.dci.org/news/view.cfm?news_id=056B2F12-B319-4703-8967-6B7D66AAE91B#ixzz39Fk6l8EV
                     

        For the first time since 2007, the Colts performed under the lights of J. Birney Crum Stadium in Allentown Pennsylvania. For many, this was a once in a lifetime opportunity. The performance was well received by the audience, earning a standing ovation from the crowd as the corps left the field. One volunteer who was in the stands mentioned that "the old school drum corps guys sitting around me loved the show and gave it a thumbs up". Even after rain delays, the corps was able to produce a solid and memorable performance. 
       

Today's Schedule

  9:30 AM - Wake
10:30 AM - Stretch
10:45 AM - Visual
  1:30 PM - Lunch 
  2:30 PM - Sectioinals
  5:15 PM - Dinner
  6:15 PM - Ensemble
  8:30 PM - Full Run
  9:15 PM - Wayne Block
10:00 PM - Snack
11:00 PM - Lights Out 

What's Cookin' ?

Breakfast:     Pancakes 
                    Sausage

Lunch:          Grilled Ham n Cheese Sandwiches
                    Tator Tots
                    Fruit

Dinner:         Chicken Patty Sandwich
                    Other Stuff

Snack:          Yogurt Parfait Bar
                    Cake
                    

Cooks

Lisa Carson
Ed Eberling 
Alf
Cathy Roberts 
Diane Higgins 

Day 71 - Allentown Regional

Regional Competition: Allentown, PA

Today's Housing: Penn State Schuylkill / 200 University Drive / Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
Show: J. Birney Crum Stadium, Linden St. & 20th St. ,Allentown, PA 18105
Tomorrows Housing: Harrison Middle School, 129 Windvale Dr. , Pittsburgh PA, 15236 

Hailed as the longest running drum corps show still in existence, the Allentown Regional comes from an extremely drum corps-rich environment. To adequately accomidate all corps, the regional is divided into two shows; neither of which is better or worse than the other. Most corps get to choose which day works best with their schedule. Tucked away in the heart of Allentown, the show is held at J. Birney Crum Stadium; a massive, steep, concrete partial wrap-around stadium. The stadium is in a large park, filled with trees, flowers, ducks (don't feed them), walking bridges, and a huge pond/stream that cuts right through the middle. If the location isn't memorable, than the crowd sure will be. Many people refer to them as "Cadets Only" crowd; selectively giving out applause to corps that only really impress them. Maybe this is because they are such seasoned drum corps veterans. Applause are not given with this crowd; they are earned. If the Colts perform the way they did last night, they can get this crowd on their feet. 

Today's Schedule 

  6:30 AM - Wake
  7:30 AM - Stretch
  7:45 AM - Visual
  9:35 AM - Sectionals
11:25 AM - Short Lunch
12:10 PM - Ensemble
  2:10 PM - Full Run
  2:35 PM - EPL
  4:20 PM - Depart
  5:50 PM - Warm Up
  7:52 PM - Gate
  8:12 PM - Perform
  8:45 PM - Snack
10:30 PM - Depart
  4:30 AM - Arrive in Pittsburgh 

Forecast

Scattered thunderstorms. High 81F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%.

What's Cookin'

Breakfast:         Breakfast Burritos 

Lunch:              Chicken Fingers

                        Tatortots 

                        Corn

EPL:              TBA

Meal 4:           TBA 

Cooks

Lisa Carson

Dianne Higgins

Alf