Walterboro High School - Paw Print / Lair Yearbook (Walterboro, SC)

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Tense Moment . . For the first few moments everyone was just shocked at the announce- ments. One member even fainted, oth- ers just stood stunned. Every member was silent for a few seconds not know- ing what to do or say. To the surprise of everyone, except the judges, the Band of Blue had received a 3rd place rating. They received this rating at the South Carolina State Band Contest on Octo- ber 31, 1981. The band was mostly shocked and surprised because they had received a 2nd place rating the year before. “We should have done better because the show was harder and more exciting than last year ’, says George Hamil- ton. The Band of Blue has placed in the prestigious contest for the second year in a row. Summerville repeated as State Champions, while Richard North- east swapped positions with Walter boro. “We had hopes of placing higher. I think the audience thought we should have also, but after I overcame the shock I was happy that we are 3rd in the state , says Jowanda Cockrum. “I was very disappointed and hurt after receiving 3rd, I thought we would do better in my senior year.’ , re- marked Judy Conrad. For some band members it was a long trip back home. After spending the night at Days Inn. The Band of Blue left for home about 9:30 the next morn ing. The ride to Walterboro was quieter than It was leaving. After entering Walterboro, there was a police escort to the band room. At the band room there was posters everywhere mostly saying “We Love You Big Blue,” When asked about the whole situa- tion. Renee Baker replied “1 feel it is a real privilege to be in, what 1 feel is, the best band in the state. I like going to contests because of the excitement and trophies; (especially first place tro- phies). That about sums up the feelings for every band members this year. Best of luck to the Band of Blue next year! 1. Displaying their showmanship, the Band of Blue performs expertly. 2. Enjoying the activities, Rhonda Jones. Jen- 3. Feeling the cold weather and wind. Marie niter llderton. and Cheri Hudson watch Stiider wraps up in a blanket, what's going on. 20 Band Contest

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We Will Be Back For the moment, the atmosphere was very relaxed. Everyone was calm by doing different activities. Some were playing cards, listening to music, having conversations, or just sleeping until the time came for the perfor- mance. The Band of Blue has been very suc- cessful in previous contests leading up to the State Contest. Winning first place and getting an invitation to par- ticipate in the Oange Bowl parade from the contest in Furman was one award. The band was also successful again in Barnwell and Camden but re- ceived third in Columbia. Many band members thought this was the year to do it all. 1 thought that we would be the new state champs. After the first three contests the thought started to become real, with the dynamite show we had,” replied Dan Bodison. In preparation for this important contest many members get together and pray. “1 usually pray and practice until I sometimes fall asleep.” stated Carl Mosley. Many members thought it was a dis- appointment receiving third place but I think third still ranks us among the best in the state replied Thomas Pick- ney. Probably in words of all the band members except of course seniors, Ve- ronica Clayton said ‘‘We’ll be back next year and go for number one.” Tuning up their instrumenti, the clarinet section gets ready for the contest. Kneeling in performance, Devry Padgett «hows his showmanship. 22 Band Contest