Upland Highland Regiment wins in Utah
Upland High's Regiment and Color Guard captured first place late last month at the Bands of America regional championship in St. George, Utah, beating out more than 30 other bands from nine states.
Band director Ernie Miranda said the students had their best performance of the season at the competition.
"Winning a Bands of America regional championship is always a big a deal," Miranda said.
"It's a pretty prestigious thing, and it puts us as part of a small club in the country. They're very excited. They had a good time."
In addition to the championship win, the Regiment finished first in "Outstanding General Effects" and tied for the top spot for "Outstanding Visuals."
Miranda said the victory has given students an extra boost of confidence.
"One thing that changed the kids is their attention, their focus and their drive," Miranda said. "It gave them a little pep in their step."
The Regiment will next host its 3rd annual Review of Champions show on Nov. 15 to help support Upland High's instrumental program.
The Rancho Cucamonga Marching Cougars and the Riverside City College Marching Tigers will also perform.
The show will be at 7 p.m. in the school's stadium, 565 W. 11th St.
Cost is $5 for anyone aged 5
