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Application Date Extended!!!
Fri, Jul 23, 2010 - 5:14 AM
Please note that the deadline for both Color Guard and Percussion Liaison applications/resumes has been extended to Friday, August 27.... [read more]


SCGC now accepting applications for Guard and Percussion Liaisons
Mon, Jul 12, 2010 - 2:08 PM
SCGC is now accepting applications for the positions of SCGC Guard Liaison and SCGC Percussion Liaison.  Job descriptions can be found in the resources section of the website.  Those interested in applying please send cover letter and resume to Donna McKinney at DonnaNBama@aol.com.  Closing date for applications will be Friday, July 23 2010. Update--closing date for applications has been extended to Friday, August 27th!!!!!... [read more]


2011 contest application information.
Wed, Jul 07, 2010 - 8:56 PM
Directors and potential Sponsors, The 2011 Sponsor Hanbook, including the Contest Bidding application form is available in the Director s Secured Area. All contest application forms are due by September 1st, 2010. If you have any questions, contact us at contestcoordinator@scgconline.org      ... [read more]


Happy 4th!!!!!
Thu, Jul 01, 2010 - 6:19 AM
SCGC wishes you all a very happy and healthy weekend!!!... [read more]


Design Clinic Op
Fri, Jun 18, 2010 - 12:51 PM
Dear Donna,I am writing to inform you and your circuit that the GCGPC is offering a show design clinic on Saturday, June 26, at Daphne HS, Daphne, AL.  I realize we are getting the word out a bit late, but I wanted to make sure everyone in our part of the world was informed.  I know you have severalAlabama units and they might be able to make the trip.  Please pass the word on.  Thank you.Mark Foster - GCGPC Show Design Clinic June 26th, 1- 6 p.m. Daphne HS, Alabama Clinicians: Randy Nelson & James Cork Unit registration is $40.  Please email jmrf@juno.com for details!! There will be no individual fee so bring as many staffmembers as you want.  This could be a great first training for new and young instructors as well as everyone else.  Also this clinic is directed to guard design and not percussion per se. Although percussion is invited and could get something from it.  Mark Foster--GCGPC... [read more]


2010 Advisory Board Meeting
Thu, Jun 10, 2010 - 12:43 PM
SCGC Advisory Board Meeting June 5, 2010 Mt. Juliet High School   Executive Board in attendance: Donna McKinney - President,  Melissa Bailey - 1st Vice President,   Alan Rice - 2nd Vice President,  Kim England - Treasurer,  Rebecca Hope - Secretary   BOD in attendance: Tony Cox (P), Troy Jones (CG), Jim Reed (P), Jeanna Rice (SR), Tim Vaughn (CG)   Staff in attendance: Dave Coheley - Percussion Judge Liaison,  Gilles Ouellette - Contest Coordinator/CG Judge Liaison, Dean Payne - Color Guard Coordinator,   Benja Russell - Percussion Coordinator   State Representatives in attendance:  Rebecca Hope - Alabama, Troy Jones - Kentucky, Jeanne Rice - Tennessee   Welcome and introduction by Donna McKinney   Agenda Topics: (Old Business)   Color Guard Coordinator Report given by Dean Payne, questions and comments taken from the floor and discussion held. 2010 field day survey results wer... [read more]


Last Call!!
Thu, May 27, 2010 - 7:38 AM
Good Thursday Morning!! We are about one week away from the SCGC June meeting.  Proposals submitted for this year's meeting were mass emailed to all Unit Directors and posted earlier on our web site.   Please take a look at the proposals prior to the meeting so you are familiar with the topics and ready to share your thoughts. SCGC Unit Directors who will be unable to attend next week's meeting are asked to submit their votes via proxy.  The required PROXY FORM found in the resource section of our web site.  The deadline for submission of proxy forms is Friday, May 28th...that's TOMORROW!!  Your proxy must be emailed or faxed to SCGC Secretary/Rebecca Hope by midnight on that date.  You can email Rebecca at HOPEJRAH@aol.com or fax her at 205-379-5045. We obviously prefer you attend, but if you can't PLEASE take time to select a trusted adult who plans to come to the meeting, submit your proxy form, and let that person place your votes.  St... [read more]


2010 Proposals
Mon, May 24, 2010 - 12:46 PM
Proposals are available for your review in the RESOURCES section!! ... [read more]


June Meeting Info!!!
Thu, May 20, 2010 - 11:25 AM
SCGC Directors,   The following contains information regarding our annual Advisory Board Meeting, submission of 2010 proposals, and absentee/ proxy voting procedures. Also included is information regarding nominations for open Board of Director seats.     Advisory Board Meeting…   The 2010 AB Meeting will be held at Mt. Juliet High School on Saturday, June 5th at 2:00 PM central.  If your Guard/Percussion program paid SCGC membership dues for the 2010 season, you are a voting member of the SCGC...one vote per unit.  Now is the time to voice any concerns or comments regarding policy, BOD, Staff Members, or anything you may find needing attention related to the operation of SCGC activities.  Suggested changes to our procedures would need to be in the form of a proposal, comments or concerns about any other issue should be forwarded to the Eboard or an appropriate Staff Member.  The AB Meeting serves as a place for you to voice your concerns... [read more]


Deadline for Nominations and Proposals Extended!!!
Fri, May 14, 2010 - 9:42 AM
The deadline for submission of nominations and proposals has been extended...all are due no later than Friday, May 21st!!!  ... [read more]


June Meeting Info!!
Thu, Apr 22, 2010 - 9:10 AM
SCGC Directors,The following contains information regarding our annual Advisory Board Meeting, submission of 2010 proposals, and absentee/ proxy voting procedures. Also included is information regarding nominations for open Board of Director seats. Advisory Board Meeting… The 2010 AB Meeting will be held at Mt. Juliet High School on Saturday, June 5th at 2:00 PM central.  If your Guard/Percussion program paid SCGC membership dues for the 2010 season, you are a voting member of the SCGC...one vote per unit.  Now is the time to voice any concerns or comments regarding policy, BOD, Staff Members, or anything you may find needing attention related to the operation of SCGC activities.  Suggested changes to our procedures would need to be in the form of a proposal, comments or concerns about any other issue should be forwarded to the Eboard or an appropriate Staff Member.  The AB Meeting serves as a place for you to voice your concerns on ... [read more]


THANK YOU!!!
Wed, Apr 21, 2010 - 10:24 AM
Thanks to everyone involved with SCGC during the 2010 season!! To the performers...thank you for your dedication to growth and excellence. Your progress this season was amazing. To the directors...thank you for your dedication to the education of our performers. Your endless work ethic and creativity were well represented on the floor. To the parents, family, and friends...thank you for your boundless support of this activity. Performers and Directors could not make it work without your endless contribution of time and resources. To our judges...thank you for sharing your expertise and encouraging the growth of our units this season. Your knowledge is imperative to the success of our programs and is much appreciated. To the SCGC staff members...kudos on jobs well done!!  From the day to day grind of circuit business to the committee's work for championship weekend, everything was done and done well. To the SCGC BOD...it is my pleasure and privilege to serve the circuit with each ... [read more]


2010 SCGC Scholarship Winners
Wed, Mar 31, 2010 - 11:12 AM
Congratulations to the following SCGC Scholarship winners…..   -Anna Brazier or Lawrenceburg Co HS Winter Guard -Melissa Dever or Sparkman HS -Lucas England of Hart County Winter Guard -Sabrina Gomar of Cannon Co HS Winter Guard -Rachel Sharber of Father Ryan Winter Guard -Callie Stewart of Sycamore Winter Guard -Allison Truitt of Shades Valley Varsity Winter Guard     Congratulations to the Pearl Percussion Scholarship winners…   -Forrest Eagle of Broookwood Indoor Drumline -Allie Graham of Centennial HS Indoor Drumline  ... [read more]


Good Luck!!
Mon, Mar 29, 2010 - 10:03 AM
Good luck and safe travels to all our units headed to Dayton over the next few weeks.  We know you will make SCGC proud!!... [read more]


Advisory Board Meeting
Mon, Mar 29, 2010 - 9:52 AM
SCGC will hold it's annual Advisory Board Meeting on Saturday, June 5th.  The meeting will take place at Mt. Juliet HS in Tennessee.  Unit directors please mark your calendars and check our web site in late April for meeting details.  Thanks!!... [read more]


Good Luck!!
Mon, Mar 29, 2010 - 9:46 AM
Good luck and safe travels to all our units headed to Dayton over the next few weeks.  We know you will make SCGC proud!!... [read more]


Thank You!!
Mon, Mar 29, 2010 - 9:45 AM
THANK YOU!! Thank you to our membership...to all Participants/Parents, Directors/Staff members, our SCGC Board & Staff...to everyone involved in SCGC 2010!!!  Thanks to all of you SCGC is a great place to be each winter.  ... [read more]


CHAMPIONSHIPS
Mon, Mar 22, 2010 - 12:42 AM
A Championship packet and schedule are available in the director's secure area. The Fan packet is also available in the EVENTS section.  Have a great week!!... [read more]


CHAMPIONSHIP QUICK UPDATE
Thu, Mar 18, 2010 - 2:34 PM
The following is a copy of an email that went out to all Directors on Thursday afternoon...Hey all,Just a quick update...The Championship contest packet and official schedule will be posted on Monday (3/22) by 5pm.The order of appearance is determined as followed;... each unit will be ranked based on an estimated score for the end of the season. We basically use your last score and put it in a math formula as does WGI for WGI rankings.... Scores from WGI Regionals are not used (for all fairness to those that do not participate). ... Once placed in a chart we regroup units in neighborhoods.A neighborhood is a group of units that score within a confined range, where spreads occur we create a 2nd and possibly 3rd grouping..... then finally, we draw within each neighborhood.The official Championship draw will occur Sunday afternoon at the Antioch CG contest (at the tab table). All Directors are invited to attend. If you are not in the contest or can't make it, we will have someone fr... [read more]


Congrats to Percussion Units at the WGI Nashville Regional
Mon, Mar 15, 2010 - 9:52 PM
Congratulations to our drumlines who made finals this past weekend at the WGI Nashville Percussion Regional.  Northwest - SCO, Muscle Shoals - SCW, Greenwood, Oak Grove, Centennial - PSA, Double Stop - PIA, Harpeth, Brookwood, Father Ryan, Mt. Juliet - PSO, Page Independence - PSW, and Music City Mystique - PIW.  Great Job!... [read more]


Championship Program
Tue, Mar 02, 2010 - 1:56 PM
All SCGC Units!!!It’s the time of year to begin getting the SCGC Championship Program together. What we need from you is the following information...Unit Name/School:Director(s):Instructor(s):Show Name:Show description (20 words or less):We also need a group photo!!! Please note:  Show descriptions longer than 20 words will be editted to meet publishing guidelines.  Directors who do not provide information and photo for their unit by the required date will have only the unit name listed in the program at SCGC Championships.  You can get this information to us in one of two ways... Email the info require to mikebest05@comcast.net  OR Update your unit's profile on the SCGC web site.  Deadline for submission of information is March 20th!!!... [read more]


SCGC, Pearl, & Scholarships
Tue, Mar 02, 2010 - 12:51 PM
Students...The Southeastern Color Guard Circuit will once again be accepting applications for our scholarship program. This is a great opportunity for you who do well in the classroom to be honored and recognized for more than just your spinning/playing ability. Please consult your Director for additional information and forms.  All of the scholarship info is located in the Director's secured area on the SCGC web site. New this year the following scholarships are offered: · Two (2) scholarships of $500 each, sponsored by Pearl Drums, will be awarded to applicants who are declared percussion majors. · Seven (7) scholarships of $250 each, sponsored by SCGC, will be awarded to the highest scoring applicants regardless of affiliation.The postmark deadline for applications is March 10, 2010. Any applications received that are postmarked after this date will be disregarded.... [read more]


BEECH contest update
Tue, Mar 02, 2010 - 11:05 AM
A revised schedule for this contest for posted on Tuesday 3/2Directors, the percussion contest flow was revisited on 3/2 and included in the Revised Contest Packet available in the secured area.... [read more]


2010 Scholarship Application
Fri, Feb 26, 2010 - 9:29 AM
Scholarship Information/Application is now available in the director's secure area of our website!!... [read more]


Blast From The Past!
Fri, Feb 26, 2010 - 8:38 AM
Check out Tryptch Color Guard at the 1980 SCGC Championships.... [read more]


WGI instructor registry
Thu, Feb 25, 2010 - 6:40 PM
If you are an instructor of a color guard or indoor drumline….. YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO MISS OUT ON THIS! The WGI Instructor Registry is an exciting new way for WGI to communicate educational materials such as interactive videos and articles on our activity geared exclusively towards those teaching color guard and percussion ensembles.Even if your group does not participate with WGI events, SIGN UP!  When you opt to participate, a username and password will be sent to you. Be sure to login each time you visit WGI.org in the bottom left corner site login area. Additional Instructor/Director news and articles will be displayed on the dashboard. Here's the link to it;http://www.wgi.org/instructors/instructor-registry.php... [read more]


Check out SCGC on the Fan Network
Tue, Feb 23, 2010 - 12:12 PM
Check out some of your favorite SCGC groups on the WGI Fan Network Nashville Regional Review!http://wgi.thefannetwork.org/?vod_id=ad6dce64-9e87-46db-b184-5e9ff5de7908&mode=viral... [read more]


CG promotions in Russellville
Mon, Feb 22, 2010 - 2:31 PM
Following the Russellville contest this past weekend, the following units were promoted to a new class of competition.Lavergne HS from Novice to SB,Madisonville No. Hopkins "B"  from Novice to SB,Greenwood HS "A" from SAAA to SAACreek Wood HS from SAAA to SAA.Also, Decatur HS opted to moved into the SA class  following their appearance at the WGI Nashville Regional.Congratulations to all for a job well done.... [read more]


WGI Nashville Guard Regional
Tue, Feb 09, 2010 - 9:52 AM
 SCGC units attending the 2010 WGI Regional in Nashville did the circuit proud with the following results:Scholastic Regional A ChampionThe Color Guard of ChelseaIndependent Regional A ChampionBrooks Winter Guard2nd Place Vivace of Huntsville B Scholastic A Class2nd Place Father Ryan3rd Place Mt. JulietFinalists - Decatur, Clarksville, Hart County, Madisonville North Hopkins and GreenwoodIndependent A Class 1st Univ. of Alabama Alta Marea2nd Place Amor WGFinalist  - Vivace of HuntsvilleIndependent Open Class1st Eklipse2nd CapellaFinalist - Elysian ... [read more]


Updates as of Feb. 3
Wed, Feb 03, 2010 - 6:51 PM
Please note that;- a revised schedule for the Independence contest was uploaded today (Wednesday).- a schedule for the Russellville contest is also available.... [read more]


Upcoming Contest
Mon, Jan 25, 2010 - 10:07 PM
Our next competition with be at Russellville High School in Russellville, Kentucky.47 units will be in attendance.  More information can be found on the events page.... [read more]


Guard Reclassification
Sun, Jan 24, 2010 - 10:04 AM
Both Guard Field Days are behind us and we now move on to the regular season.During the process a few units were reclassified;  Sumner Winter Ensemble into SB class, Centennial, Dickson Co, McGavock, & Oakland HS into SAAA class, and Sycamore & Anomaly into the IA class.  Father Ryan goes into SA class Based on the 2 weekends we can loudly say that the season promises to be exciting, entertaining, and competitive. Congratulation and best of luck to all!!... [read more]


1st contest is now behind us!!
Mon, Jan 18, 2010 - 11:30 AM
Staff, Sponsors, Judges, Clinicians, and Units....THANK YOU for a GREAT weekend!!!  From what we saw the season promises to be quite exciting. Off to Greenwood we go...have a great week!!!... [read more]


Welcome to 2010!!!
Wed, Jan 13, 2010 - 6:00 PM
The SCGC Board of Directors & Staff would like to welcome everyone to the 2010 season.  Please don't hesitate to contact us with questions, comments, or concerns. Visit us here online for all official SCGC information during the season, and you can also search "Southeastern Color Guard Circuit" to find our fan site on Facebook.  ... [read more]


Staff Change!!
Sat, Jan 09, 2010 - 8:08 AM
SCGC recently accepted the resignation of Christine Clayton who had served as our Guard Judge Coordinator.  Gilles Ouellette will fill this position for the 2010 season. Please make note of this change and contact Gilles as needed. We wish Christine all the best with her new job in Arizona!!  ... [read more]


Guard Field Days
Thu, Jan 07, 2010 - 11:27 PM
Please note that both schedules for the Lawrence Co and Greenwood Field Days days are now available. An email was sent out to all CG units.  If you did not receive the email (sent out via our mass email system) please let me know and I'll send you a copy.  Schedules and contest packets are available in the Director secured area. contestcoordinator@scgconline.org ... [read more]


Lawrence Co Field Day
Tue, Jan 05, 2010 - 1:36 PM
Indeed ... counting the days to our 1st Winter Guard Field Day contest. A performance schedule was posted this morning in the EVENT section. Directors can get a detailed schedule with warm up times and other information in the secured area of the web. An email was also sent to the units attending that particular event. Directors please make sure you received it and if not let me know at ContestCoordinator@scgconline.org See you soon!! ... [read more]


Guard Rule Changes!!!
Fri, Dec 11, 2009 - 2:35 PM
Please take note of the following rule changes for the 2010 season.  These are included in the 2010 WGI rule book which can be found in the Director's area.Rule 4.2 changed to add the following:Authorized equipment and/or hand-held props may be placed in front of the front boundary not to exceed five (5) feet.Rule 4.3.2 amended to delete “simulated rifles”The Color Guard Steering Committee has determined that simulated rifles (i.e. sickle rifles, Airblade, etc.) will no longer be defined as authorized equipment towards minimum equipment time.  This type of equipment may be used but will now be considered a prop.Rule 4.8 amended to authorize the use of batteries.Battery operated devices using “common use” batteries (AA, AAA, AAAA, C, D, N, 9V and button cells) are allowed.  Car and/or truck batteries are not allowed. ... [read more]


Contests Closing Dec 11, 2009
Fri, Dec 11, 2009 - 12:33 PM
Directors and Staff, The following contests reached the maximum amount of units they can handle and are now forming wait lists. To add your unit to the wait list, please email me at contestcoordinator@scgconline.org  Lawrence Co- 01/16-17/2010 - Both Saturday and Sunday.   Will accept a few more units with priority given to Alabama and West TN units. Independence- 02/6-7/2010.   Both Saturday and Sunday.  Priority given to the percussion units since this is a drum premier. Beech- 03/6/2010 Saturday .  Priority based on 1st come, 1st served. CG note that Sunday is still open.... [read more]


HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!
Mon, Nov 30, 2009 - 2:38 PM
Happy Holidays from SCGC!!!... [read more]


PERCUSSION EDUCATION!!
Mon, Nov 30, 2009 - 2:36 PM
SCGC Percussion event is this Saturday, December 5th!! Check out previous news post for more info!!... [read more]


CLASSIFIEDS!!
Mon, Nov 30, 2009 - 2:35 PM
Have equipment, flags, or floors you want to sell??  Have some unit information you want others to know about??  Looking for guard or percussion work??  Our new "classified" section is the place!! Type up what you want to say, email it to SCGC Secretary, Rebecca Hope at HopeJRAH@aol.com and she will take care of the rest.  Thanks!!... [read more]


Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Fri, Nov 20, 2009 - 10:23 AM
The Board of Directors and Staff members of the Southeastern Color Guard Circuit would like to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving.  We want you to know that we are working very hard to make sure the 2010 season is the best ever for SCGC.  We are excited and hope you are too!!As we head into the holiday season please be reminded that the December 1 deadline for payment of membership fees is fast approaching.  As well please remember that any unit paying after December 1 will have a late fee accessed and will be subject to the new policy regarding postmark & show performance order.  Once your memberhsip fee has been paid you will receive an email instructing you as to how to register for 2010 shows.Scholastic, Insurance, and Copyright forms required for your unit should be mailed to the attention of Gilles Ouellette, Contest Coordinator, via our ciruit address OR hand delivered to him at unit checkin before your unit's first performance of the season.  Pleas... [read more]


Classifieds!!!
Wed, Nov 18, 2009 - 9:17 AM
Have equipment, flags, or floors you want to sell??  Have some unit information you want others to know about??  Looking for guard or percussion work??  Our new "classified" section is the place!! Type up what you want to say, email it to SCGC Secretary, Rebecca Hope at HopeJRAH@aol.com and she will take care of the rest.  Thanks!!    ... [read more]


Percussion Workshop presents...
Mon, Nov 09, 2009 - 4:36 PM
The SCGC is proud to present the 2009-2010 percussion workshop. This event will be held on December 5th, 2009 at Independence High School located at 1776 Declaration Way Thompson's Station, TN 37179. The Workshop will start at 10 a.m. and conclude around 4 p.m.(keep in mind we will take a 1hour  lunch break). All SCGC Directors, Staff, Judges, Potential SCGC members and Guest, are encouraged to attend. This will be very hands on education event that will discuss a wide array of topics.  Our goal is to give the attendees a very fulfilling and well-rounded experience preparing for the indoor activity. By better educating the Directors, Staffs and Judges, we hope to achieve a higher standard that will benefit our most valued commodity “OUR PERFORMERS”. Our Clinicians for this event will be Michael McIntosh and Julie Davila. Both are WGI judges and two of the most well respected percussionist in the business today.   Michael McIntosh is a Yamaha artist/clinician as wel... [read more]


Capella Announces Their 2010 Production on WGI!
Thu, Nov 05, 2009 - 9:10 AM
Visit www.wgi.org to see their announcement!... [read more]


Deadline Extended!!
Wed, Oct 28, 2009 - 8:29 PM
The November 1 deadline for postmark regarding show performance order has been extended by the Board of Directors to December 1.  The new policy will be applied as previously stated, the due date was the only part adjusted.  We hope this change will allow our membership breathing room and that everyone will be sure to get everything done by December 1, 2009.... [read more]


To all percussionists
Fri, Oct 16, 2009 - 10:15 PM
Southeastern Color Guard Circuit is very proud to announce Mike McIntosh & Julie Davila as featured Education Clinicians for the 2010 Percussion Education Workshop. The workshop will be held for all Percussion Directors & Staff, Judges and Future SCGC Members at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 5th at Independence High School.    This should be a very exciting and fully informative day. All participants are encouraged to contact us in advance to insure we have adequate materials available for this event as well as keeping you up to date with this event. Please RSVP at scgcpercussion@gmail.com ... [read more]


CG rule changes for the 2010 season
Thu, Oct 15, 2009 - 11:10 PM
To all Staff and Directors of CG units.Please take note of the following rule changes for the 2010 season.These are included in the 2010 WGI rule book which will be uploaded in the Director's secure area when it becomes available. Rule 4.2 changed to add the following:Authorized equipment and/or hand-held props may be placed in front of the front boundary not to exceed five (5) feet. Rule 4.3.2 amended to delete “simulated rifles”The Color Guard Steering Committee has determined that simulated rifles (i.e. sickle rifles, Airblade, etc.) will no longer be defined as authorized equipment towards minimum equipment time.  This type of equipment may be used but will now be considered a prop. Rule 4.8 amended to authorize the use of batteries.Battery operated devices using “common use” batteries (AA, AAA, AAAA, C, D, N, 9V and button cells) are allowed.  Car and/or truck batteries are not allowed.... [read more]


Welcome Jolesch!!
Fri, Oct 02, 2009 - 3:28 PM
SCGC proudly announces that Jolesch Photography will be the official photographer for SCGC Championships!!  You can visit them at www.jolesch.com .... [read more]


Can my unit compete at SCGC events if we are not a member?
Sun, Sep 20, 2009 - 12:08 PM
Absolutely and it is pretty simple! Create a user name and password at the top of the HOME page of the SCGC web site.  You will receive an email once your unit has been approved.  LOGIN and register your unit as a "non-member unit" from the choices in the pull down menu. Fill out your info, print the invoice, and mail it with your payment.  Fees & SCGC policies/procedures can be found in the 2010 Policy Manual located in the RESOURCES section of the Director's secured area. Please note...all non-member units must provide Proof of Insurance as described in the Policy Manual, and as well any scholastic class non-member units must provide the school enrollment verification form. If you have any questions please email our Contest Coordinator at contestcoordinator@scgconline.org... [read more]


Want to sign up a brand new unit??
Sun, Sep 20, 2009 - 12:00 PM
No problem!! Create a user name and password in the upper right corner of the HOME page of the SCGC web site.  You will receive an email once your LOGIN account is approved.  Login and register your unit as a new unit.  Then fill in all required information on the membership form, print an invoice, and mail it with your membership fee. OR... If you already manage an existing SCGC unit from a different organization, use that same user name, Login and register your new unit by filling in all required info, print an invoice, and mail it with your membership fee. Please note...multiple unit profiles will be kept separate but will all be under your Director's ID#. If you any questions email our contest coordinator at contestcoordinator@scgconline.org... [read more]


Welcome to the 2010 Season!!!
Fri, Sep 18, 2009 - 8:26 AM
Unit registration has begun!!! Directors please LOGIN and click on "register a new/existing unit".  From there just follow the directions.  Units will be cleared to sign up for shows as soon as SCGC has received their 2010 membership fee. If you have any questions, email our Contest Coordinator at contestcoordinator@scgconline.org... [read more]


Photography Bids for 2010
Wed, Sep 09, 2009 - 11:04 AM
SCGC is now accepting bids for Photography Services for 2010.  Bids are due to Rebecca Hope/SCGC Secretary via fax (205-379-5045) or email (HopeJRAH@aol.com) on or before September 25, 2009.  Please contact Rebecca via email above for more information regarding bid specs.... [read more]


2010 Policy & Administration Manuals
Tue, Aug 18, 2009 - 12:52 PM
The Policy and Administration Manual for the 2010 season are available in the resources section of the secured area. Directors must login to have access to these documents.... [read more]


Contest Bidding Form for the 2010 season
Sun, Aug 16, 2009 - 3:31 PM
Note that the 2010 Sponsor Handbook including the contest bidding form is available in the Resources section of the SCGC web and Secured area. 2010 SCGC units can submit a bid to host a SCGC event this coming season. Contest bid and fee are due by September 15th. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to email us at:  ContestCoordinator@scgconline.org      ... [read more]


Want to host an SCGC show??
Thu, Aug 13, 2009 - 10:23 AM
Show bids are due on or before September 15th!!  Check out the Contest Sponsor Handbook on our Resources page, get your dates ready, and watch for more info and instructions to be posted here soon!!... [read more]


Happy 4th!!
Thu, Jul 02, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Hope you all have a wonderful 4th of July!!... [read more]


SCGC Percussion Coordinator Staff Position
Tue, Jun 30, 2009 - 2:08 PM
The SCGC Percussion Coordinator staff position is currently vacant and will be hired per the BOD job description below.  Interested parties should forward their letter of interest and formal resume/references via email to Donna McKinney on or before close of business on Friday, July 17, 2009.   PERCUSSION COORDINATOR Employment: The position of Percussion Coordinator shall be appointed by the Executive Board and/or President/CEO with the approval of the Board of Directors for an indefinite period of time. Although the Percussion Coordinator could have an affiliation with any unit, presently or during the previous season, it is understood that the Percussion Coordinator will act independently of his/her own unit. Path of Responsibility: The Percussion Coordinator shall implement the educational and philosophical directives of the Percussion Advisory Board and is responsible to the Board of Directors through the 2nd Vice President. Salary Structure: Salary and... [read more]


Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
Tue, Jun 09, 2009 - 11:49 AM
SCGC Advisory Board Meeting Mt. Juliet HS June 7, 2009 Executive Board in Attendance:Donna McKinney (CG) - President Melissa Bailey (CG) - 1st Vice President Alan Rice (P) - 2nd Vice PresidentRebecca Hope (CG) - SecretaryKim England (CG) - TreasurerBoard of Directors in Attendance: Tony Cox (P), Lindsey Lingerfelt (CG), Jim Reed (P), Tim Vaughn (CG)SCGC Staff in Attendance: Dean Payne - Color Guard Coordinator , Dave Coheley - Percussion Coordinator ,  Jason Harvey - Percussion Judge Liaison, Gilles Ouellette - Contest Coordinator, Christine Clayton - Color Guard Judge CoordinatorState Representatives in Attendance:  Rebecca Hope - Alabama , Troy Jones - Kentucky Welcome and Introduction by Donna McKinney Contest Coordinator Report given by Gilles Ouelette, questions and comments taken from the floor and discussion held.  Members present were polled and discussion was held regarding schedule for 2010. Color Guard division report given by Dean Payne and Christine Cl... [read more]


SCGC Proposals 2009
Tue, May 26, 2009 - 12:26 PM
Below are proposals which have been submitted for the June Advisory Board Meeting......         Both Advisory Boards       Title: 2009-01 Allow SCGC member units to count one (1) non-SCGC contest towards championships qualification. Submitted By: Kim England, Hart County High School Referred To: Both Advisory Boards   Proposal: Allow SCGC member units to count one (1) non-SCGC contest towards championships qualification.  Member units can count only one non-SCGC contest whether that is a WGI event or another circuit, but not both. All WGI events will continue to count towards championships qualification. Scores from non-SCGC contests will not be used in ranking for SCGC Championships neighborhoods.   Rational: Many of our units are on the border between circuits and though we are happy to have them as members of the SCGC, the circuit should not discourage participation in local events simply because of championships qual... [read more]


Our Apology!!
Thu, Apr 23, 2009 - 7:40 AM
In preparing the email/posting regarding our annual AB meeting two positions were omitted.  At last year's meeting those listed below were elected to fill a 2-year State Rep Seat and will be serving the 2nd year of those terms in 09-10... Troy Jones, Kentucky State Rep Rebecca Hope, Alabama State Rep Apologies to these fine directors for our error!!... [read more]


AB Meeting Info!!
Tue, Apr 21, 2009 - 10:36 AM
SCGC Directors,   The following contains information regarding our annual Advisory Board Meeting, submission of 2009 proposals, and absentee/ proxy voting procedures. Also included is information regarding nominations for open Board of Director seats.     Advisory Board Meeting…   The 2009 AB Meeting will be held at Mt. Juliet High School on Sunday, June 7 at 2:00 PM central.  If your Guard/Percussion program paid SCGC membership dues for the 2009 season, you are a voting member of the SCGC...one vote per unit.  Now is the time to voice any concerns or comments regarding policy, BOD, Staff Members, or anything you may find needing attention related to the operation of SCGC activities.  Suggested changes to our procedures would need to be in the form of a proposal, comments or concerns about any other issue should be forwarded to the Eboard or an appropriate Staff Member.  The AB Meeting serves as a place for you to voice your concerns on ... [read more]


Advisory Board Meeting Update!!
Tue, Apr 21, 2009 - 8:37 AM
Due to unforeseen date conflicts for many of our BOD & Staff Members the date for our Advisory Board meeting has been changed to Sunday, June 7th.  That is one day later than the date announced here online and on the flyer directors received in their championship check-in packet.  Please correct your calendar to reflect this change, and make plans to attend.  Watch for an email later this week with all the meeting details.  Thanks!!... [read more]


Congrats!!
Mon, Apr 20, 2009 - 9:21 AM
Congratulations to the following units who made finals at the WGI Percussion World Championships this past weekend..... Music City Mystique - 3rd place  PIW Muscle Shoals HS - 1st place PSCO Fred J Page HS - 8th place PSW Harpeth HS - 12th place PSO We are very proud of all the units who represented SCGC in Dayton!  ... [read more]


Good Luck!!
Tue, Apr 14, 2009 - 11:21 AM
Safe travels and much good luck to our percussion units headed to Dayton this week!!... [read more]


Mr. Video!!
Tue, Apr 14, 2009 - 11:19 AM
Mr. Video is ready to serve you!!  Please click the link to order your SCGC Championship video!!  http://mrvideoonline.com/searchresults.asp... [read more]


"WGI Championships and the Green Shirt Guy"
Tue, Apr 14, 2009 - 9:10 AM
The following was written by Devon Rose, a 2nd year member of Eklipse Winter Guard and submitted by Matt Caudill. “Championships and Green Shirt Guy” Like last year, I walked into the arena and looked into the crowd...scanning. I saw a particular man this weekend in the crowd. He was in the second row on my left. He wore a green shirt and a watch. I set my ‘ballad’ flag, then my flag feature flag, and then my brick flag. I listened for "is the guard ready?" As always my insides were in knots. I set in my pose. I remember taking a breath every time Katie did. Then, I saw that green shirt guy. I put on my face and the show started. I saw Tiffany and Sierra next to me dancing. I could feel the nerves in them. I could see the momentary burst of energy making them early and couldn't help but thinking about a year ago...when I did the same thing. I picked up my brick flag out of muscle memory and only got back into the show when I caught the opening toss. A... [read more]


Photos Online
Sat, Apr 11, 2009 - 10:49 AM
Some great Championship photos are online now at Bateman. Check it out! http://www.photoreflect.com/pr3/storesearch.aspx?p=5385  ... [read more]


Hoppy Easter!!
Fri, Apr 10, 2009 - 4:15 PM
"Hop" you have a great weekend!!... [read more]


SCGC Members Participate in "Two Hours with Mia Michaels"
Wed, Apr 08, 2009 - 9:41 AM
Lucas England/Hart Co HS & Katy Graham/UA Alta Marea excerpt from WGI.org....."Two Hours with Mia Michaels"Apr 7, 2009 By Michael Boo It hardly seems humane to have asked hundreds of  winter guard members to consider showing up for a morning choreography session just hours after the end of the WGI World Championships World Class Finals. But for the hundreds who heeded the call Sunday morning, April 5, 2009, the sacrifice of time and sleep was repaid in huge dividends. Filling up the floor of the University of Dayton Arena, the effects of any partying that took place after the Worl... [read more]


Capella Adventures!!
Mon, Apr 06, 2009 - 4:39 PM
Congrats to Capella!!  WGI Open Class Finalist!  To see pics of their great adventures this season please visit  www.capellawinterguard.com .... [read more]


Congrats!!
Mon, Apr 06, 2009 - 10:47 AM
Congratulations to Capella Winter Guard for making finals and Mt. Juliet Winter Guard for making semis at the WGI World Championships this past weekend.   We are very proud of all the units who represented SCGC in Dayton!  Good luck to our drumlines as they continue to prepare for the Percussion Championships beginning April 16th!!... [read more]


Great Weekend & Good Luck!!
Sun, Mar 29, 2009 - 4:43 PM
Congrats to everyone involved with SCGC's 2009 Championship weekend.  The performances were amazing, the fans were great, and the event staff cooridinated by Champsionship Chair/Melissa Bailey did a fabulous job.  The weather even cooperated for the majority of both days!! Directors please don't forget to hold the date for the SCGC Advisory Board meeting in June as it was listed in your check-in packet.  More info will be posted/emailed in late April.  Watch for all the details TBA. And last but certainly not least, we wish safe travel and the very best performances of the season to our units headed to Dayton during the next few weeks.  We know you will represent SCGC in a big way and can't wait to see what happens!! Thanks for a great season...don't hesitate to contact us with questions, comments, or concerns...all the best...Donna :0)   ... [read more]


Nashville Percussion Regional
Mon, Mar 23, 2009 - 1:09 PM
Congratulations to the groups below who competed at the Nashville Percussion Regional.   The SCGC was well represented as the following units made the finals round:Music City Mystique - 1st Place Fred J. Page - 1st Place Harpeth - 1st PlaceBrookwood - 2nd Place                                                                                                                  &... [read more]


Final Call for Program Info/Pics!!
Sat, Mar 21, 2009 - 8:22 AM
Units listed below have NOT had their information and group photo submitted for publication in the championship program.  Directors must submit the required info/photo by close of business on Monday, March 23 (extended deadline) or the unit's name will be the only thing listed in the 2009 Championship Program.  The details for submitting this information must be followed and is listed in previous news posts. Winter Guards  North Drive TW Hunter  Moody Camden John Overton Northwest Sparkman Gibson County Centennial Amor Percussion  Beech Dickson Co Spain Park SBEC Bartlett Centennial Cullman Greenwood Independence Oak Grove Owensboro Russellville Vestavia Hills Visual Frequency 101 Fred J. Page Kinesis Legend Music City Mystique ... [read more]


Championship Guide and Schedule
Fri, Mar 20, 2009 - 11:49 AM
The 2009 Championship Guide and Schedule are now posted in the director's secured area.  A schedule for general viewing is also available in the EVENTS section of the web site.  Should any promotions occur this weekend at the WGI  Percussion Regional in Nashville a revised schedule will be posted on Monday 3/23.  Those adjustments would be minor and have little effect on your planning. To all Percussion Directors, an email with specific warm up guidelines will be sent out on Monday, March 23rd.  Please make sure you stay tuned for this critical piece of info. Have a great week and we will see you next weekend in Nashville.   Thanks, Gilles Ouelette/Contest Coordinator ... [read more]


Championship Program Reminder!!
Mon, Mar 16, 2009 - 9:35 AM
Unit photos and information for the championship program are due via email by close of business this Friday, March 20th.  Please see olders posts/email for all the details!!... [read more]


HOOVER SHOW!!
Fri, Mar 13, 2009 - 10:58 AM
The Hoover show is this Saturday and Sunday at Hoover HS in Hoover, AL!! Our apologies go out to the great folks at Hoover who sponsor this event.  They are wonderful show hosts, do a great job, but due to a glitch in our web programming their event was not properly reflected in the online ticker this week. So sorry HHS...go Bucs!!  ... [read more]


Issue Resolved!!
Thu, Mar 12, 2009 - 8:40 PM
The email issue has been resovled...please submit your info per the original instructions repeated for you here...if you have a problem email me at DonnaNBama@yahoo.com and I will do my best to help. Thanks again for your patience!!  Donna :0) --------------------------------------------------------------------- SCGC Directors, Championships is fast approaching!!  If you would like for your unit to appear in the 09 Championship program please submit the following info (and a picture) via email by close of business on Friday, March 20th.  1.  Unit name.2.  Director and staff names.3.  Show name.4.  A one line description of your show.5.  Group pic of your unit. Email the info listed above to...  SCGCYearbook@inbox.com Please note that if we do not get the info by the requested deadline your unit name will be the only thing listed in the program.  We simply have no way to publish what we don't get...lol. All the best...Donna :0) ... [read more]


URGENT...Program Update
Thu, Mar 12, 2009 - 1:20 PM
There is a spam program blocking the email info being sent to the address we gave you for the championship program.  We are working to resolve this problem and ask that you HOLD all submissions of info and photos until further notice.  Note as well that info and pictures sent to BOD or staff members can't be forwarded for placement in the program.  We appreciate your patience and hope to have this taken care of by close of business Friday. Thanks!!   Donna  :0)... [read more]


Tabulation error at Clarksville
Tue, Mar 10, 2009 - 3:18 PM
Please note that a tabulation error was discovered for the Percussion Non Movement class this past weekend at Clarksville. The Non Movement class is not offered on a WGI level, therefore the tabulation program does not accept any entries and must be done manually. Marshall Co. WDL score was incorrectly calculated and should of been announced as a 75.0 Our apology to all students, staff and parents of the Marshall Co HS. winter drum line.  ... [read more]


promotions at Clarksville
Tue, Mar 10, 2009 - 3:09 PM
Clarksville HS "B"  was promoted to a new class of competition this past weekend at the Clarksville contest. Congratulations for a job well done... and Welcome to the Scholastic B class.... [read more]


Championship Program Info
Mon, Mar 09, 2009 - 4:51 PM
SCGC Directors, Championships is fast approaching!!  If you would like for your unit to appear in the 09 Championship program please submit the following info (and a picture) via email by close of business on Friday, March 20th.  1.  Unit name.2.  Director and staff names.3.  Show name.4.  A one line description of your show.5.  Group pic of your unit. Email the info listed above to...  SCGCYearbook@inbox.com Please note that if we do not get the info by the requested deadline your unit name will be the only thing listed in the program.  We simply have no way to publish what we don't get...lol. All the best...Donna :0)... [read more]


Percussion Tabulation Error
Mon, Mar 09, 2009 - 12:58 PM
Due to a tabulation error Marshall County percussion’s score for Saturday, March 7th at Clarksville was miscalculated.  The correct score should read 75. The SCGC does apologize for the mistake.... [read more]


Revised schedule for Clarksville...
Wed, Mar 04, 2009 - 10:45 AM
Please note that a revised schedule for the Clarksville contest was uploaded in the director's secured area and in the event page of that particular event. SCGC ... [read more]


CG promotion at Independence
Mon, Mar 02, 2009 - 5:54 PM
Madisonville North Hopkins Cadets were promoted to a new class of competition this past weekend at the Independence contest. Congratulations for a job well done... and Welcome to the Novice class.. Madisonville North Hopkins Cadets will now be called Madisonville North Hopkins "B"  ... [read more]


2009 Scholarship Application Deadline
Mon, Mar 02, 2009 - 1:13 PM
Directors...you can find 09 scholarship application information on the resource page of our website.  Due to our lack of providing a reminder via email or as a news item here online we are extending the deadline postmark to Friday, March 6th.  All the best...Donna   ... [read more]


SCGC Photos!!
Wed, Feb 25, 2009 - 1:01 PM
Performing Arts Photography by Bateman have pictures available to view from the Cane Ridge and Oak Grove shows... here is a link:  http://www.photoreflect.com/pr3/store.aspx?p=5385  They will also be taking photos at Independence, Hoover and of course Championships!!... [read more]


WGI Results
Mon, Feb 23, 2009 - 11:23 AM
SCGC Directors, Please make sure you email SCGC Secretary Rebecca Hope @ HopeJRAH@bellsouth.net to let her know how your group did or is doing at WGI events. We have so many units going so many places we want to make sure she has the info so she can get the good news posted!! All the best...Donna ... [read more]


CG promotions at Oak Grove
Mon, Feb 09, 2009 - 10:28 PM
The following Color Guard units were promoted to a new class of competition at the Oak Grove contest. Congratulations for a job well done... Fort Payne HS from Novice to SB. Pelham HS JV from SB to SAAA.... [read more]


Independence HS Contest
Wed, Feb 04, 2009 - 5:25 PM
Please note that a revised schedule was uploaded on 2/9/08.... [read more]


CG Promotions
Wed, Feb 04, 2009 - 9:53 AM
The following Color Guard units were promoted to a new class of competition at the Cane Ridge contest. Congratulations for a job well done... Greenwood HS "B" from Novice to SB. Station Camp HS from SAAA to SAA. Greenwood HS "A" from SAAA to SAA.... [read more]


North & South Field Days
Mon, Jan 26, 2009 - 6:21 AM
Thanks to everyone involved with North & South Guard Field Days.  The hosts were great, the shows were great!! Directors report that the new Student Critique and digital recording plans were huge pluses for our circuit.  We appreciate your patience as we got both of those up and running. All units have now been placed correctly in our class system for the season.  Any promotions that could occur in coming weeks would be driven by unit scores.  Our membership roster has been updated to reflect the changes made during Field Days, please take a moment to review that info. Directors please watch for an email (from Donna) coming your way later this afternoon.  If you don't get it today please check the securred area to see a copy tonight or in the morning. Again...congrats to all on a great start to the season!  Please don't hesitate to contact us with questions, comments, or concerns...we are indeed here to serve. Bring on the Drum Premiers!!... [read more]


Server Problems
Fri, Jan 23, 2009 - 7:47 PM
So sorry about the server problems experienced today and any inconvenience the delay caused.  We appreciate your patience as we worked to get the site back up & running!!... [read more]


Color Guards, "What do I put my music on? "
Tue, Jan 13, 2009 - 2:26 PM
This year both SCGC sound systems will have the capability to play music from a flash drive and/or cd-r, (WAV or mp3 format).  The system used by Doug England will NO LONGER be able to play from a cassette but can utilize a dvd disc if necessary, so please plan accordingly. Gilles for Douglas England... [read more]


WGI defines use of "air blade"
Tue, Jan 13, 2009 - 1:57 PM
WGI defines authorized equipment as a flag, rifle or sabre to satisfy the minimum equipment time (see Page 76 in the 2009 WGI Adjudication Manual and Rulebook). There might be some confusion as defining the Air Blade as a “rifle”. While the “sickle rifle” was grandfathered into the definition of a legal rifle some years back, the Color Guard Steering Committee felt that the Air Blade did not fit the traditional definition of a rifle. Since 2009 is a rule change year, proposals to change that definition could be considered by the Advisory Board at the end of this season should one be submitted.   What does this mean to those guards using the Air Blade this season? Only that the Air Blade will be classified as a prop and not authorized legal equipment. Color guards can choose to use the Air Blade in their program as long as the minimum equipment time is fulfilled using the standard rifle, flag and/or sabre.   To avoid penalties, color guards must m... [read more]


To All Color Guard Directors & Instructors
Tue, Jan 06, 2009 - 4:20 PM
Two mass emails were sent out on 1/6/09.  The first one containing general information for the 2009 season, and a second one regarding the new Color Guard Field Day process. Copies of both emails are also located in the "RESOURCES" section of the Director's secured area. Unit packets and schedules for shows at Lawrence County and Pell City are available in the "CONTEST INFO AND RECAPS" section of the Director's secured area as well. Remember...you MUST LOGIN to have access to these documents. SCGC Contest Coordinator... [read more]


2009!!
Wed, Dec 31, 2008 - 8:06 PM
Happy 2009!!... [read more]


Happy Holidays!!
Sun, Dec 21, 2008 - 7:56 AM
The BOD & Staff of SCGC would like to wish all of you a very healthy and happy holiday season...see you in 2009!!  ... [read more]


Field Day Guard Clinic Op
Tue, Dec 16, 2008 - 11:22 AM
SCGC is excited to announce two guard clinics on Saturday nights following retreats at our field days this January!!  The directors and current members of "Capella" and "Alta Marea" will be featured instructors.  Capella/WGI Bronze Medalist in IA will teach the clinic for us at Lawrence County HS, and the University of Alabama's Alta Marea/WGI IO Finalist will instruct for us at Pell City HS. Clinics will be free of charge for current SCGC members but space is limited and does require Director's preregistration via email.  Please register with Donna @ DonnaNBama@aol.com providing the name of your unit, number of participants, and which field day your group will attend on or before January 1st to secure your unit's participation.... [read more]


SCGC Goes Digital in 09!!
Thu, Dec 11, 2008 - 10:59 AM
Plans are in place for SCGC to be fully digital during the 2009 season!! In tandem with WGI, we are purchasing and will use digital recorders & mp3 players for the judging process this winter.  Our adjudicators will use the new digital recorders for their show comments, and our new Digital Tech/Bill Murphy will then transfer unit information onto mp3 players for Directors.  Following WGI's lead and based on their extensive product testing we feel it is imperative to have everyone use the same type equipment.  Thusly, unit directors should be prepared to purchase an mp3 player from SCGC at unit checkin of the first show they attend in 2009.  Cost should be in the $15 range...watch for more info in January!!... [read more]


Independence Contest Closed
Tue, Dec 09, 2008 - 2:41 PM
Please note that the Independence contest on February 28th & March 1st is closed as of 12/9/08. To add a unit to the wait list please email contestcoordinator@scgconline.org When/if a confirmed unit pulls out of this contest it will be replaced by a unit from the wait list. No entries will be accepted after February 13th.... [read more]


Membership Registration Deadline
Fri, Nov 28, 2008 - 10:27 AM
December 1st is the end of the registration period without paying a late fee. We accept new or returning memberships up to Jaunuary 1st but there will be a late fee of $150 applied during that period. SCGC Required Documentation... 1) Insurance---Certificate of Liability & Medical Incidental Coverage 2) Eligibility---Notarized SCGC Scholastic Eligibility form.(Scholastic groups only. Form available in the RESOURCES section of the web site) 3)Music Forms---(Form available in the RESOURCES section of the web) Guard = Music Licensing Percussion = Synch Form & Permission to Arrange or Original Composition Form SCGC Fees... First year member = $450...unlimited shows and Championship Returning member = $400...unlimited shows and Championship 2nd member unit of like kind = $350 (2 guards or 2 drums but not 1guard and 1 drum)... unlimited shows and Championship Non-member = $150... per performance. Non-member units are not elligible for Championships.   Units can sign up to sho... [read more]


Happy Thanksgiving!!
Thu, Nov 20, 2008 - 8:16 PM
The SCGC Board of Directors & Staff hope each of you have a very safe, healthy, and happy Thanksgiving. We look forward to working with you in 2009!... [read more]


Centennial Contest Relocated
Wed, Nov 12, 2008 - 10:41 AM
The SCGC Eboard has approved the change of sponsor and venue for our show scheduled on January 31st.  Due to conflicts at Centennial HS and  their subsequent inability to host as scheduled, other sites in the  Nashville area were recruited.  The event has now been awarded to Mt Juliet HS who will host the contest at Cane Ridge HS on that same date. Cane Ridge is also the site of the WGI Guard Regional.Please note that it will take a few days to update the website and sign up forms.  Until then, if you have any questions don't hesiate to email Gilles atContestCoordinator@scgconline.org... [read more]


Digital Recording Technician Position
Mon, Nov 10, 2008 - 9:54 AM
SCGC is now accepting applications for the position of Digital Recording Technician.  The tech will be responsible for attending all SCGC sponsored events to transfer the judge’s recordings from the digital format to a CD.  Those interested in applying should email resume and references to Rebecca Hope at HopeJRAH@bellsouth.net.  Deadline for applicants is Friday, November 21, 2008.  ... [read more]


December 1st Deadline!!!
Sat, Nov 08, 2008 - 7:12 AM
Only three work weeks until the deadline!!! December 1, 2008-----End of registration period.  All fees and forms due by this date.  Any unit registering after this date will be accessed a $150 late fee. January 1, 2009------Last date to register for SCGC Championships. Dates listed above are RECEIVED BY dates, not postmarks. SCGC Required Documentation Insurance---Certificate of Liability & Medical Coverage Eligibility---Notarized SCGC Scholastic Eligibility form.(Scholastic groups only) Music Forms---Guard = Music Licensing Form    Percussion = Synch Form & Permission to Arrange SCGC Fees First year member = $450...all member benefits and registration for unlimited shows selected by director. Returning member = $400...all member benefits and registration for unlimited shows selected by director. 2nd member unit of like kind = $350...must be like kind from same parent organization. Non-member = $150...fee is... [read more]


Amendment to Guard Class Descriptions
Fri, Nov 07, 2008 - 11:22 AM
WGI’s resurrection of the Regional A class at Power Regionals, including Nashville, led to the following amendment to SCGC policy:Novice, Scholastic B and Independent B may now compete at WGI events in the Regional A Class.  SCGC Scholastic A, AA, AAA units must compete at WGI events in the Scholastic A class. ... [read more]


Centennial Guard Contest Closed
Tue, Nov 04, 2008 - 10:45 AM
Please note that the Centennial Guard contest is closed as of 11/04. We may take a few more units once we know how many percussion units plan to attend this contest. This is a Drum Premier event and priority is given to percussion units. To add a guard unit to the "wait list", please email: contestcoordinator@scgconline.org   All guard units listed in the entries are good to go. Percusion units not listed can sign up as usual via the web site.... [read more]


2009 Registration Reminders!!
Wed, Oct 15, 2008 - 1:36 PM
2009 SCGC Registration Dates September 2008-------Unit registration begins for the 2009 season. December 1, 2008-----End of registration period.                                        (Any group registering after this date will be accessed a $150 late fee) January 1, 2009------Last date to register for SCGC Championships. Please note...dates listed above reflect received by dates, not postmarks. SCGC Required Documentation Insurance---------------Certificate of Liability & Medical Coverage Eligibility--------------Notarized copy of SCGC Scholastic Eligibility form.(Scholastic groups only) Music------------------Guard = Music Licensing Form                        ... [read more]


Independent Groups Get Ready for WINTER!
Fri, Sep 19, 2008 - 10:58 AM
The following Independent groups from the SCGC will be holding auditions this fall.   Check out their websites for more information.   Amor of Tuscaloosa, AL http://www.amorwinterguard.com/   Capella Winter Guard http://www.capellawinterguard.com/   Eklipse http://www.myspace.com/eklipsewinterguard   Legend Independent Percussion http://www.musiccitylegend.org/indoor/   Moxie Oct. 5th 10 – 6 @ Northwest high School Clarksville, TN.   Nu Winterguard NuWinterguard@yahoo.com   Vivace of Huntsville http://www.vivaceofhuntsville.com/   SPREAD THE WORD!... [read more]


Welcome to 2009!!
Fri, Sep 19, 2008 - 10:30 AM
Registration for 2009 will begin on Monday, September 22nd!! Director Login box will be available up top at that time.... [read more]


Coming Soon!!
Mon, Sep 15, 2008 - 12:56 PM
Coming soon to a town near you!!  SCGC 2009!!!!! Please know that folks are working very hard to make this winter the best ever for our circuit. The 2009 show schedule, new and returning unit registration, and an updated web design should be up in the next few days. Please check back late this week for the "411" on all things SCGC for 2009!! Til then...hope your fall is fabulous...all the best....Donna :0)... [read more]


MCM
Mon, Sep 08, 2008 - 7:29 PM
Click here to see a feature on our own Music City Mystique!! http://wgi.org/featured_detail.php?id=1729... [read more]


Happy Labor Day SCGC!!
Sat, Aug 30, 2008 - 10:35 AM
Hope your fall season is off to a wonderful start and hope that you are able to enjoy the long weekend with family & friends!! Please don't forget that the show host bid deadline is September 1st and that the education survey needs to be completed on or before September 4th. All the best...Donna :0)... [read more]


Educational survey...
Tue, Aug 26, 2008 - 11:02 AM
The SCGC Education Department is evaluating options for upcoming Instructor and Performer education.  Your responses on the attached survey will help us plan future events for the SCGC membership.  Please respond to this short survey no later than September 4th.  Thank you!http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=RBGe7lym11KLTZUeJ4Uf8A_3d_3d... [read more]


Contest bidding period almost over...
Sun, Aug 24, 2008 - 12:06 PM
To following is an email that was sent to all Directors from this past season.To all Directors,Just want to remind you that if you wish to run a contest next coming season, you must submit the application form and fee by September 1st (postmarked).The form and pertinent information regarding all SCGC contests can be found in the "2009 Sponsor Handbook" located in the resources section of the web site.If you have any questions, don't hesitate to email me at ContestCoordinator@scgconline.orgGilles... [read more]


2009 contest bids.
Wed, Jul 23, 2008 - 1:51 PM
The following is an email that was sent out to all SCGC unit directors. Many servers are blocking our emails. So for those that haven't received it, here's a copy.Hey all, Believe it or not, here we are, in the planning stage of the 2009 season. Please note that any organization wanting to hold a contest can submit a bid. The deadline to receive your form and fee  is Sept 1st 2008 (postmark).  The form is available in the 2009- sponsor handbook, located in the resource section of the web. If interested, print pages 17-18-19-20  and send it to my attention (address on the form) with your fee of $200 (payable to SCGC) before Sept 1st (postmark). Here's a tentative SCGC- Show Schedule for the 2009 season: January 17-18      North Guard Field Day/open for bid January 24-25      South Guard Field Day/open for bid      January 31          Drum Premier in the Nashville area/open for bid February 7-8        Guard & Drums/open for bid  (can count as a drum premier) February... [read more]


Staff Changes!!
Fri, Jul 11, 2008 - 8:33 PM
SCGC proudly welcomes Christine Clayton as our new Color Guard Judge Coordinator, and Troy Jones as our new Kentucky State Representative.  Their roles with SCGC begin today and we all look forward to working with them!! Please don't hestitate to contact either of them with questions, comments, or concerns about their particular areas of service when our contact page is updated later this month.... [read more]


SCGC Annual Meeting Minutes
Wed, Jun 18, 2008 - 9:51 AM
SCGC Annual Meeting Brooks High School June 7, 2008   BOD members in attendance: Donna McKinney, Melissa Bailey, Alan Rice, Rebecca Hope, Tony Cox, Jennifer Huddleston, Michael Keeton, Lindsey Lingerfelt, Tim Vaughn   Staff members in attendance: Dean Payne, Dave Coheley, Jason Harvey, Gilles Ouellette    Meeting called to order by Donna McKinney at 2:00 pm.   Old Business: Contest Coordinator report presented by Gilles Ouelette. Floor was open for discussion of report presented.   Color Guard Division Report presented by Dean Payne. Floor was open for discussion of report presented.   Percussion Division Report presented by Dave Coheley. Floor was open for discussion of report presented.   Financial Report presented by Donna McKinney. Floor was open for discussion of report presented.   Website Report presented by Donna McKinney via proposal submitted by Lance England wishing to continue services. Floor was open for di... [read more]


Color Guard Judge Coordinator
Mon, Jun 16, 2008 - 10:40 AM
The SCGC Color Guard Judge Coordinator staff position is currently vacant and will be hired per the BOD updated job description below.  Interested parties should forward their letter of interest and formal resume/references via email to Donna McKinney on or before close of business on Friday, June 27, 2008. SCGC COLOR GUARD JUDGE COORDINATOR Employment:  The position of Color Guard Judge Coodinator shall be appointed by the SCGC Executive Board with the approval of the Board of Directors. The Color Guard Judge Coordinator shall not have an affiliation with any unit, presently or during the previous season. Path of Responsibility:  The Color Guard Judge Coordinator shall be responsible to the President/CEO and Eboard. Salary Structure:  Salary and expense allocations shall be determined by the President/CEO with the approval of the Executive Board. Purpose:  To assist in planning and reviewing the overall activities of the... [read more]


Kentucky State Rep Position
Mon, Jun 16, 2008 - 10:26 AM
The Kentucky State Rep seat is currently vacant and will be filled per the job description below.  Interested parties should forward their letter of interest via email to Donna McKinney on or before close of business Friday, June 27th. SCGC State Representatives Employment:  One state representative will be elected from each state with at least three (3) paid members of the SCGC.  These representatives will serve a two (2) year term.  The State Rep cannot be a marching member of a unit and must be at least 23 years old. Path of Responsibility:  The State Representatives are responsible to the member units of their respective states.  They will report to the Board of Directors via the 1st Vice President. Examples of Duties:  Maintain communication with unit members from their state.  Keep the member units abreast of information and/or issues pertaining to SCGC operation.  Keep the SCGC BOD abreast of concerns and/or issues ... [read more]


Meeting Results!!!
Sun, Jun 08, 2008 - 3:55 PM
Minutes from the meeting will be posted online the week of June 16th.  Here are the basics... Proposals -- Both Advisory Boards 01-2008 Judge Travel Pay = No 02-2008 Ties and Medals = Yes 03-2008 Elimination of State Reps = No Proposals -- Guard Advisory Board 04-2008 CG Field Day Format = Yes 05-2008 Promotion Criteria for CG = Yes with amendment removing "Only when all parties agree, will the promotion become official". 06-2008 Championships Medal Award Policy = Withdrawn 07-2008 Field Day = Withdrawn 08-2008 Education = Yes/BOD tabled for develoment. Proposals -- Percussion Advisory Board 09-2008  Allow SCGC Judges to promote within circuit = Yes with amendment reading "Allow SCGC judges and Percussion Coordinator to classify units according to skill set." 10-2008 Eliminate Percussion Solo&Ensemble Class = Yes Advisory Board Vote Results Melissa Bailey, Guard Seat Kim England, Guard Seat Rebecca Hope, Guard Seat Donn... [read more]


Board of Directors - Nominations 2008
Sun, Jun 01, 2008 - 6:21 PM
Board of Directors - Nominations 2008 Color Guard Rep Nominations: Melissa Bailey – Brooks Winter Guard Chris Cooper – Independence High School Kim England – Hart Co. Winter Guard Amy Hagler – Hatton HS Winter Guard Rebecca Hope – Oak Grove HS Winter Guard Donna McKinney – Oak Grove HS Winter Guard   Percussion Rep Nominations: Keith Anderson – Bob Jones Indoor Percussion Sally Coultas – Lawrence Co. Percussion Ensemble Michael Keeton – Brookwood Percussion Alan Rice – Centennial HS Percussion   **Note The following were elected in 2007 to serve two-year positions on the BOD: Guard Reps: Matt Caudill, Jennifer Huddleston, Lindsey Lingerfelt, Tim Vaughn Percussion Reps: Tony Cox, Jim Reed The following BOD members were elected in 2006 to serve for a two-year term and thus their positions are open for nominations/election. Guard Reps: Melissa Bailey, Kim England, Brian Giddens, Donna McKinney, Percussion Reps: Michael Keeton (replaced resigned position),... [read more]


Proposals submitted for June meeting...
Sun, Jun 01, 2008 - 6:10 PM
Proposals – Both Advisory Boards   Title: 01-2008 Judge Travel Pay Submitted By: Kenneth Coultas (Lawrence County HS) Referred To: BOTH Advisory Boards Proposal: All judges will receive the current government mileage rate for travel (as of Jan. 1 of the calendar year) to and from all SCGC events. Rationale:  Fuel costs are rising at an alarming rate. If judges are expected to be professionals and act professionally, they should be remunerated as such.  WGI does it. Financial Impact: This could be handled in one of the following ways:  Show sponsors are responsible for the cost. The travel fee that show sponsors currently pay could be abolished and the mileage fee could be added to each judge’s check. A roster of judge’s addresses could be maintained by the SCGC contest director. Mileage to and from the event could be calculated before-hand and the charges given to the contest host in time to include it on the salary check. Show hosts would have to budget... [read more]


June 7th @ 2 p.m. --updated!!
Thu, May 29, 2008 - 8:34 AM
The next Southeastern Color Guard Circuit meeting will be held at Brooks High School in Killen, Alabama on Saturday, June 7 at 2:00PM. If your Winter Guard or Indoor Percussion program paid SCGC membership dues for the 2008 season you are a voting member of the SCGC.  Proposals and current BOD nominations will be posted under resources on Monday prior to the meeting for your review.  If you are the director of a program interested in participating during winter of 2009 this meeting will be very informative for you as well. The June meeting serves as a place for members to voice concerns on how to improve the experience of everyone involved in the circuit. It offers those interested in becoming a member the chance to see how things work and more importantly provides a chance to get questions about starting a winter program answered. In our effort to continue to move forward and foster positive growth of winter programs in our service area, we need input/feedb... [read more]


Happy Memorial Day!!
Mon, May 26, 2008 - 9:42 AM
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Midnight Deadline!!
Tue, May 20, 2008 - 8:47 AM
All proposals, nominations, and proxy forms must be emailed/faxed to HopeJRAH@bellsouth.net by midnight tonight.  See the info below for more information.... [read more]


May 20th Deadline!!
Wed, May 14, 2008 - 9:25 AM
Deadline for receipt of proposals, nominations, and proxy is next Tuesday.  Everything goes to SCGC Secretary/Rebecca Hope.  Please see the news item below for all the details!!... [read more]


SCGC Circuit Meeting Information
Thu, May 01, 2008 - 9:15 AM
Dear SCGC Members, The following contains information regarding the annual Circuit Meeting, the submission of 2008 proposals, and absentee/ proxy voting procedures. Also included is information to submit nominations for open Board of Director seats, which will be voted on at the June Circuit Meeting.   Circuit Meeting… The 2008 Circuit Meeting will be held at Brooks High School on Saturday, June 7 at 2:00PM. If your Guard/Percussion program paid SCGC membership dues for the 2008 season, you are a voting member of the SCGC...one vote per unit. The Circuit Meeting serves as a place for you to voice your concerns on how to improve the experience of everyone involved in the circuit. In an effort to continue to move forward and foster growth within the circuit, we need feedback on how to make this great circuit even better for directors, show sponsors, spectators, and most importantly the students involved.   Proposals… Opinions of our membership are heard in the form of... [read more]


Circuit Meeting
Sat, Apr 19, 2008 - 7:07 PM
Our annual circuit meeting will be held on June 7th.  Directors please mark your calendars and plan to attend.  Location, time, and much more info TBA May 1st.  Please check back then for  all the meeting details. Enjoy the remainder of your spring and I hope to see you all then....all the best...Donna :0)... [read more]


WGI Percussion Finals!!!
Sat, Apr 19, 2008 - 7:01 PM
Great job by all our Percussion units at Dayton!!! To see the amazing results click here... http://www.wgi.org/events/scores/current/perc.php... [read more]


WGI Guard Finals!!!
Sat, Apr 12, 2008 - 8:55 AM
SCGC Guards Rock WGI Finals!!  BRAVO!!!!! To see how Alta Marea finished click here... http://wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Open_Finals.html To see how Capella & The Mark finished click here... http://wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_IA_Finals.html... [read more]


Thanks to everyone involved with SCGC this season!!
Sun, Apr 06, 2008 - 11:41 AM
Thanks to everyone involved with SCGC this season!! To the performers...thank you for your dedication to growth and excellence. Your progress this season has been amazing. To the directors...thank you for your dedication to the education of our performers. Your endless work ethic and creativity were well represented on the floor this weekend. To the parents, family, and friends...thank you for your boundless support of this activity. Performers and Directors could not make it work without your endless contribution of time and resources. To our judges...thank you for sharing your expertise and encouraging the growth of our units this season. Your knowledge is imperative to the success of our programs and is much appreciated. To the SCGC staff members...kudos on jobs well done this season. From the day to day grind of circuit business to the committee's work for championship weekend, everything was done and done well. To the SCGC BOD...it is my pleasure and privilege to serve the circui... [read more]


Percussion Warm-up at Championships
Wed, Apr 02, 2008 - 11:24 AM
Due to issues at the WGI Percussion Regional last weekend, Vanderbilt University has issued the following requirement for all Percussion units for SCGC Championships. It is crucial that all Percussion Units follow this policy: As the Unit Packet details, ALL Percussion Warm-Up MUST take place along the Concourse between the baseball and football stadiums. There is to be NO Percussion Warm-Up in the auxiliary parking areas or areas outside of the Memorial Gymnasium complex. Vanderbilt University is a new venue for SCGC Championships. The staff of Vanderbilt Athletics and the SCGC are committed to working together to ensure a successful event. Your assistance in assuring that the SCGC is a "good neighbor" to the surrounding community is essential to our mission. Thank you, SCGC Board of Directors... [read more]


Service & Golden Rule Awards
Tue, Apr 01, 2008 - 2:09 PM
Directors, if you did not get the mass email with information about voting for the 2008 Service and Golden Rule Awards please email me ASAP @ DonnaNBama@aol.com    Voting closes at noon April 3rd.   Thanks!!!... [read more]


Championships information
Mon, Mar 31, 2008 - 5:35 PM
Please note that the Information Guide and Master Schedule are available in the EVENTS section of the web site...    ... [read more]


Brookwood Percussion Promotion!!
Mon, Mar 31, 2008 - 9:07 AM
BRAVO!!   Brookwood Percussion was notified this morning that they have been promoted to Open Class by WGI.  Congrats on a job well done...keep up the great work!!... [read more]


WGI Percussion Results!!
Mon, Mar 31, 2008 - 9:03 AM
SCGC Percussion units "ROCKED" WGI Nashville...check it out... http://www.wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Nashville_Perc_Finals.html... [read more]


Spin Off @ Championships!!
Sat, Mar 29, 2008 - 7:39 AM
Click here for more info... http://www.scgconline.org/resources/109.pdf... [read more]


Championship Info Update!!
Sat, Mar 29, 2008 - 7:35 AM
There have been 3 updates to the 2008 Championships Guide today, March 28. The changes are as follows: 1. Spectator Tickets - Vanderbilt is a cash-only site. Credit cards cannot be accepted for this year's event. 2. Photo Area - The photo area is in the South Lobby near Unit Check-In 3. Order of Events - Group photos will be taken following your unit's performance. Groups may re-enter at unit check-in for your photo sitting. These changes have been made to the 2008 Championships Information Guide and will be posted to the Championships Event page and the Director's Only Section of SCGCOnline. Thank you and best wishes to all units as we close the final weekend of regular season competition! Melissa... [read more]


Championship Info!!
Sat, Mar 22, 2008 - 8:40 AM
The Championship Info Packet is now available in the EVENTS section of the web site.  A copy was sent to our webmaster and will be uploaded in the director's secured area as well.  All information unit directors will need to plan for SCGC Championships should be found in this guide.  If you have questions, comments, or concerns don't hesitate to contact me/us for assistance. The OFFICIAL performance schedule including unloading, warmup, performance, loading, & photo times will be posted by the end of the day on Monday, March 31st. Melissa and the championship committee have done an amazing job to prepare for this event.  It looks to be another great championship weekend for SCGC!! Enjoy the Easter holiday with your family & friends and I will see you all in Nashville on April 4th/5th!! All the best...Donna :0)... [read more]


SCGC @ WGI Events!!
Wed, Mar 19, 2008 - 3:40 PM
Check out the following link to see which SCGC percussion units rocked WGI Dayton last weekend... http://www.wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Dayton_Perc_Finals.html Also click to see the sweet guard action at WGI Atlanta... http://www.wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Atlanta_Finals.html... [read more]


Performance schedules ....
Thu, Mar 13, 2008 - 5:01 PM
Notes that TENTATIVE schedules for the Smyrna, Hoover and a revised schedule for Championships, have been posted in the EVENTS section of the SCGC web site. All OFFICIAL schedules will be posted on the Monday prior to these events.... [read more]


URGENT UPDATE_ Clarksville contest
Fri, Mar 07, 2008 - 9:43 AM
Directors, Staff, Students and Fans....Due to inclement weather in the Clarksville and NW Tennessee area, the school administration and the Clarksville HS WG and WDL Boosters have decided to cancel this weekends SCGC event.Many schools in the area are already closed, ice is starting to form in Clarksville and they are expecting 4 to 6 inches of snow by noon tomorrow. Needless to say, it will be messy....Units will not be penalized and will receive a qualifying credit toward circuit championships.Note that entries will reopen for the Beech and Centennial contests for those wanting to add a performance to their schedule.We will accept entries until the close of the business day, Tuesday March 11th.Smyrna and Hoover will remain open for 1 extra week and close on March 14th,Thanks allHave a safe weekend.... [read more]


Promotion at Oak Grove
Thu, Mar 06, 2008 - 12:27 PM
Congratulations to Pelham HS Varsity WG for their recent promotion from the SAA to the SA class. Again Congrats... for a job well done.... [read more]


Huge Regional Drum News!!
Thu, Mar 06, 2008 - 8:24 AM
5 SCGC percussion groups represented the circuit at the WGI Indianapolis Regional this past weekend. Among those groups were Independence and Centennial High Schools (PSA), Mt. Juliet High School (PSO), Fred J. Page High School (PSW) and Legend Independent (PIW). The circuit produced 4 finalist including second place finishes by Mt. Juliet and Legend Independent and a fourth place finish by Fred J. Page. Non-member unit Houston High School also attended and made finals.  And down south, Brookwood Percussion participated in the WGI Pensacola Regional and is now under review for promotion to the Open Class. Congrats to all these amazing percussion units!!... [read more]


Pictures for Championships Program
Fri, Feb 29, 2008 - 1:47 PM
Directors please email the group photo you want used for your unit in the 2008 Championship Program to SCGCYearbook@inbox.com .  Submissions must be received by close of business on March 10th.  Editor's choice will be used to select a unit picture for those missing the deadline.  Please remember as well that Bateman has only taken "action" shots thus far and those of course would be the ones from which a picture is selected for your group.  Thanks!!  ... [read more]


More Scholarship Info....
Tue, Feb 26, 2008 - 7:18 AM
Our apologies as the scholarship packet still contains conflicting information.  Please note and adhere to the following... Essay is required. Three (3) letters of reference are required. Two (2) photos are required. Postmark & mailing deadline is March 12. Please mail all scholarship applications to the address at the top of the application and guidelines... Emily C. Williams 5617 Toulouse Street Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 If you mistakenly mailed your applications to the circuit address please email Emily to let her know.   emily_c_williams@yahoo.com... [read more]


Promotions at Independence...
Sun, Feb 24, 2008 - 2:28 AM
On Saturday and Sunday Feb. 23-24, at the Independence HS Contest, the following units were promoted to a new class of competition. CONGRATULATIONS for a job well done... Saturday:    Henry Co WG  from Novice to SB,   Beech HS WG from SAAA to SAA, Hoover HS WG from SAAA to SAA, Creek Wood WG from SAAA to SAA, Decatur HS "A" WG from SAA to SA, Independence HS Vatsity from SAA to SA   Sunday: Greenwood HS "A" from SAAA to SAA.  ... [read more]


SCGC Scholarship Info & Deadline!!
Wed, Feb 20, 2008 - 9:37 AM
A link to the 2008 SCGC Scholarship information will be placed in the Resource section of our site later today.  As Scholarship Coordinator/Emily Williams noted in her recent forum post, initially only part of the information was loaded and when an update was made yesterday it did not reflect scholarship changes in place for 2008. Please discard any information or applications printed out prior to today as they contain incomplete/incorrect scholarship information.  We are working diligently to update the information and do apologize for the delay & any inconvenience. The postmark deadline has been extended to March 12, 2008. All the best...Donna :0)    ... [read more]


WGI Nashville Finalists!!
Mon, Feb 18, 2008 - 7:59 AM
Check out this link to see which SCGC guards rocked finals at WGI Nashville.... http://wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Nashville_Finals.html  ... [read more]


Congratulations...
Sun, Feb 10, 2008 - 1:27 AM
On Saturday Feb. 9 at the Hart Co HS Contest, the following units were promoted to a new class of competition. CONGRATULATIONS for a job well done... Lawrence Co JV WG  from Novice to SB Greenwood HS "B" WG  from Novice to SB Greenwood HS "A" WG from SB to SAAA... [read more]


Congratulations Decatur A!!
Sun, Feb 03, 2008 - 9:32 AM
On Saturday February 2nd at the Brooks show Decatur HS "A" Winter Guard (AL) was promoted from Scholastic AAA to the Scholastic AA class. Congratulations for a job well done!!... [read more]


2008 SEASON OFF TO A GREAT START
Fri, Feb 01, 2008 - 12:31 PM
SCGC Looks to Have Stellar Year!! Providing 25+ years of service, the Southeastern Color Guard Circuit looks stronger than ever in 2008. The SCGC provides winter competitive opportunities for drumlines and guards representing the states of Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee. During this season 120 units will participate in SCGC sponsored events. Membership growth is apparent with the state of Alabama experiencing an incredible 45% increase in unit participation this winter alone.  SCGC is also seeing an increase in the number of units participating at the WGI level which is another indicator of the growing strength and vitality of the circuit. SCGC's launch of a new website in fall of 2007 provided enhanced access, a clearer structure, simplified navigation, and improved search functions that makes finding SCGC information easier than ever before.  An exciting new addition to the site is Space[SCGC], t... [read more]


Pictures from Lawrence Co and Antioch
Fri, Feb 01, 2008 - 11:06 AM
Pictures from the Lawrence Co and Antioch shows are available to preview/purchase on Bateman's website.....www.batemanfoto.com !... [read more]


Congratulations Thompson HS!!
Sun, Jan 27, 2008 - 10:00 PM
On Saturday 1/26 at Antioch HS Thompson HS Winter Guard was promoted from the Scholastic B to the Scholastic AAA class.  Congratulations!!... [read more]


Congrats on Promotion!!
Sun, Jan 20, 2008 - 8:07 PM
On Sunday January 20th the following units were promoted to a new class of competition. CONGRATULATIONS for a job well done... Pelham JV  from Novice to SAAA The Color Guard of Chelsea HS from SB to SAAA Lawrence Co Varsity from SAAA to SAA Pelham Varsity from SAAA to SAA... [read more]


Housing at Lawrence Co HS
Thu, Jan 17, 2008 - 9:47 PM
Due to the possibility of inclement weather in the Birmingham area, Lawrence Co HS is opening their doors on Friday night for any units that would prefer to travel that evening. For more information please contact Sally Coultas at the number listed in the unit packet.... [read more]


PreSeason Newsletter
Mon, Jan 14, 2008 - 1:34 PM
Directors if you have not received a PreSeason Newsletter sent via email last week please contact Gilles ASAP at SCGCContestCoordinator@comcast.net ... [read more]


Lawrence Co Contest and the Press
Mon, Jan 14, 2008 - 1:01 PM
Pretty awesome. Check this link  http://www.wdxe.com  ... [read more]


Show Schedule Updated!!
Fri, Jan 04, 2008 - 7:55 AM
Our show schedule has experienced an update!!  Directors please make sure you take time to check out the EVENTS page just in case it impacts your unit.... [read more]


Payment and Paperwork Reminder!!
Fri, Dec 28, 2007 - 12:10 PM
Please don't forget that payments for membership fees and any applicable late fee must be postmarked by January 1, 2008 to be cleared to participate in Championships. Note that units will not be cleared to perform in 2008 until any prior/current debt, 08 membership fees, and all required paperwork are submitted. If you have questions about your unit's current status please contact Contest Coordinator/Gilles Ouellette (ASAP) by emailing SCGCcontestcoordinator@comcast.net ... [read more]


Happy Holidays!!
Sat, Dec 22, 2007 - 10:58 PM
On behalf of SCGC Board of Directors and our wonderful staff members, I want to wish you all a very happy holiday season.  Enjoy the time you share with family & friends...be safe in your travels...we will see you all in January 2008!!   All the best...Donna :0)... [read more]


New Sound Technology for 2008
Thu, Dec 13, 2007 - 8:02 PM
This season the sound guys will be testing a unit that will play wav or mp3 files directly from a flash drive.  It will be with sound tech, Doug England's system & if it works well enough the circuit will purchase another one for the 2009 season.  So go out & buy a cheap USB Flash Drive & put just your performance track on it & we will see how it goes!!!  Please have a back up CD with you just in case :)  ... [read more]


Alta Marea Feature!!
Fri, Dec 07, 2007 - 9:54 AM
Competitive teams from The University of Alabama are typically associated with the accomplishments of the Crimson Tide on the football field.  In 2006, The University of Alabama began fielding another team: the Alta Marea Winter Guard.  In its first year of competition, Alta Marea which translated from Italian means, “high tide,” was an Independent A class finalist at the 2006 WGI World Championships.  Its show was titled Once in a Lifetime, a unique rendition of the Talking Heads song of the same name sung over the jazz standard Birdland by Jacqui Naylor. Read more...   http://wgi.org/featured_detail.php?id=1239... [read more]


MCM to perform with Keith Urban
Wed, Nov 28, 2007 - 11:34 AM
From the WGI news page"MCM to Perform with Keith Urban Nov 28, 2007On Friday night, November 30th, Music City Mystique will take the stage at the Sommet Center in Nashville, TN to perform live with country music star Keith Urban!  Members from the Music City Mystique marching drumline, staff, and a member of Keith Urban’s band will strap on the marching drums to for a percussion feature at the end of one of the country superstar’s songs.Prior to the beginning of this latest Keith Urban tour, producers decided to feature a marching drumline as part of the show.  The producers turned to Carl Eppler , MCM Staff Member, to help put together this section of the show.  Carl organized a studio recording session with members of MCM to record the marching piece that is used during the concert.  Additionally, a video shoot was organized to film the drumline marching and playing the piece that is used for video segments during the show.At each stop on Keith Urban’s tour, a local drumline is selec... [read more]


Updated...time is running out!!
Mon, Nov 26, 2007 - 12:22 PM
Please note this is the last week to pay for a unit at the standard membership fee rate.  Membership payments postmarked after December 1st will be charged an additional $150 per unit.  Units paying/postmarked after January 1st are not elligible to participate in SCGC Championships. Hurry, time is running out!! ... [read more]


A Quick Reminder
Tue, Nov 13, 2007 - 10:57 AM
Just want to remind everyone that all membership fees must be postmarked by December1st.  We'll be accepting membership applications until January 1st but there will be a late fee of $150 applied to all units postmarked/paying after December 1st. All additional paperwork is due on or before the first contest (scholastic letter, certificate of insurance, copyright forms).... [read more]


2008 FAQs!!
Thu, Nov 08, 2007 - 4:49 PM
Check this out... http://www.scgconline.org/resources/11.pdf... [read more]


2008 SCGC Championships
Wed, Oct 31, 2007 - 4:25 PM
On behalf of the SCGC Executive Board and Board of Directors I am very excited to announce the Home of the 2008 SCGC Championships: Vanderbilt University - Nashville, TN Beginning next week, the SCGC Championship Committee will release details regarding this tremendous event as they become available including host hotels, sponsorship information, and site specifics. Stay tuned as we plan for an awesome "Music City" Championship event! Best wishes for a wonderful 2008 season to all SCGC units. May this one be your best yet!_________________Melissa H. Bailey/Championship CoordinatorSCGC 1st Vice-President... [read more]


Reminder :0)
Fri, Oct 26, 2007 - 2:06 PM
Unit Directors please don't forget that any/all outstanding debt from the 2007 season must be paid in full prior to participation in the 2008 season.  If you have questions about your unit's current financial status please contact Treasurer/Kim England.  Her contact email can be found on the "About" page here online. Thanks!!... [read more]


SCGC Photo/Video Services
Mon, Oct 22, 2007 - 1:48 PM
SCGC is pleased to announce the official photographer for the 2008 season will be Performing Arts Photography by Bateman, Inc.   Providing video service at our 2008 SCGC Championships will be Mr. Video Productions.... [read more]


Nashville WGI Regional update
Fri, Oct 05, 2007 - 11:20 AM
The WGI Nashville Regional is now closed.  Good luck to all SCGC groups attending!... [read more]


Contest sign up for Non Members
Thu, Oct 04, 2007 - 11:03 AM
If you are not a member of our circuit and wish to perform and compete in any of our contests, please fill out the form found in the resource section and mail it to us. All Non Member Units are welcomed but keep in mind that Non Member Units can not attend the SCGC Championships.... [read more]


WGI Regional Events
Fri, Sep 28, 2007 - 5:27 PM
The WGI Nashville Guard and Percussion Regionals are filling up very fast.  Last year we had several SCGC member units who waited too late and couldn't get in.  Registration for WGI events began this week...please go to www.wgi.org to get your unit signed up before it's too late!!!... [read more]


SCGConline.org Correspondence
Wed, Sep 26, 2007 - 2:55 PM
In order to best receive correspondence delivered automatically via the website (password reminders and mass mailings from the eBoard), please add admin@scgconline.org to your email address book. Thank you, SCGConline.org administration.  ... [read more]


2008 Photo & Video Bid Info!!
Mon, Sep 24, 2007 - 1:45 PM
The SCGC is now accepting photography and videography bids for 2008!!  Bids will be accepted until October 15, 2007. Please contact SCGC Secretary/Rebecca Hope via email (HopeJRAH@bellsouth.net) for more information. ... [read more]


WELCOME!!!
Sun, Jul 01, 2007 - 4:04 PM
Welcome to the new SCGC web site!! We hope our Performers, Parents, Directors, and Judges will bookmark the site and visit often.  The memberlist from our old site did not transfer, so EVERYONE must register on the new site to be included in the system (which now includes online registration) and Director's mass email. ... [read more]


David Coheley On WGI Website
Thu, Sep 13, 2007 - 9:32 PM
Check out one of our drum judge's picture on WGI! Looking good Dave! http://wgi.org/resources/judging.php... [read more]


Father Ryan on TV!!
Wed, Sep 05, 2007 - 9:09 PM
Our own Father Ryan HS Percussion is featured in the new WGI TV Commercial...click here to check it out... http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid527658239/bctid1165620233  ... [read more]


SCGC gets New Webmaster!
Sun, Jul 29, 2007 - 11:25 PM
The SCGC would like to welcome Lance England as the new SCGC webmaster. Many of you may remember Lance from his days as marching member for Hart County or as the old forum administrator. Lance is the son of SCGC Treasurer Kim England and sound tech Doug England.  He makes his home in Pittsburgh, PA but still manages to keep up with his old SCGC family. Welcome Lance & we look forward to seeing what you can do!... [read more]