News Details 03/10 Kevin Paulus Sportsmanship Award Nominations
Nominations are now open for the 2010 Kevin Paulus Sportsmanship Award. Nominations come from the directors, and a final slate is selected by the FFCC Board of Directors. The voting is done by Unit Directors during the week of Championships. The deadline for nominations is 11:59PM, Saturday, March 20.
FFCC Championships DVD pre-sale discounts can save you nearly 40% off contest day prices! For the cost of 3 DVD's on show day, you could have the complete all day contest in a keepsake album of 10-12 disks if you order this week! Check the discounts out at the FFCC DVD page:
Directors, please use this form to register the names for your seniors and age-outs. Please do so by March 4 so we may accurately procure sufficient medals for championships!
It's that time of year again, we need your unit photos! There are always units that feel left out because their unit didn't get a photo in the yearbook. The only way we can include photos, is if we have a quality photo to use.
Please do not submit more than 3 photos of your group. It would be great to have a group and action shot when possible. High resolution photos are required for printing. If very small photos are submitted, they cannot be used.
02/18 Championships Draft Schedule
A draft schedule has been produced for the 2010 Championships contest. Actual order of performance and divisions in B, AAA, AA and SA classes will be finalized on Sunday, March 21 after the Auburndale and East Lake contests. However, the draft schedule will give you earliest and latest performance times for your class. Times are still subject to change, but not significantly.
The FFCC wishes to congratulate East River HS on their promotion to Scholastic AA for the remainder of the season. Congratulations to the performers, instructors, and designers and we wish you the best of luck in your new class of competition.
The FFCC looks forward to recognizing East River on their promotion at their next circuit appearance,
The FFCC is excited to announce the 2010 FFCC Championships weekend! Units from all over the FFCC will meet in Orlando on March 26th, 27th, and 28th at Cypress Creek High School. Percussion units will perform Friday the 26th, Color Guard Novice through AA units will perform on Saturday the 27th, and Color Guard A through World units will perform on Sunday the 28th. We look forward to an exciting 25th anniversary championships event.
02/08 Percussion Scholastic A and AA Split
Based on performances at this past weekend's Percussion Premiere Events, the following Scholastic A and Scholastic AA Marching Classifications have been created:
Marching - Scholastic A:
Countryside HS, Fleming Island HS, Fletcher HS, Gainesville HS, Land O'Lakes HS, Largo HS, Matanzas HS, Nease HS, Santa Fe HS, Seminole HS, St.Cloud HS, West Orange HS, Winter Park HS
Marching - Scholastic AA:
Cape Coral HS, Citrus HS, Dixie County HS, George Jenkins HS, North Marion HS, Northside Christian School, Sebring HS, St. Augustine HS
All units in Scholastic AA will be continually reviewed during the season for possible promotion to Scholastic A. If you have any questions regarding your classification, contact the Chief Judge at ffja@ffcc.org
Congratulations to the following FFCC units that have been promoted based on their performances at Premiere 1 or 2:
From Class B to AAA - East Lake HS and Santa Fe HS
From AAA to AA - Freedom HS JV and Robinson HS
Good luck to these units in their new class of competition. We will recognize their promotions at their next FFCC appearance. The schedules for Seminole and Fleming Island will unlock briefly today so these changes can be reflected in the performance schedule, and then immediately lock again.
01/26 Slight Change to Winter Springs Critique Schedule
Due to a couple scheduling errors on my part, I have made a few small changes to the Winter Springs critique schedule. Please review this on the Event Page. Thank you...
You can even watch shows from last year via the online video network. Check it out today and check back later as they are always adding new shows after each show the video.
01/21 A note from the Contest Coordinator
Please read the following from the Contest Coordinator in regards to last minute preparations for the Premier shows...
The deadline for critique sign up passed at midnight on Friday, January 15th. The critique schedule for the Hagerty show has been posted on the event page and can be viewed at this time. Critique schedules for upcoming shows will be released once the performance schedule locks for each event.
If you missed the sign up period, there is still room in many FFCC shows for you to have a critique session with the judges. The shows that have full critique schedules and may not be selected are the Premiere at Hagerty HS, the Premiere at Winter Springs HS, and the color guard critiques at the University and Freedom HS contests. Color Guard contests other then those events can still be selected. ALL percussion critiques remain open for late sign up.
To sign up late, email Tom Slaughter at ffja@ffcc.org . Late sign up will completely and unequivocally end on Sunday, January 31st at midnight. There will be no further extensions past that date.
The January 23rd Colorguard Premier contest for Cadet, B and Scholastic AAA Class guards has been closed and the schedule locked. Any unit still wishing to register for the 2010 FFCC season should contact FFCC Contest Coordinator Jim Taylor at contests@ffcc.org.
01/12 Required Unit Documents
The FFCC requires several important documents in order for units to be able to perform. With premier quickly approaching, there are still many units missing important information. You should be contacted by your class representative this week if you still have outstanding documents. Enclosed are details regarding the specifics of these required documents and contact information.
Judge Assignments for the 2010 season are now current and complete on the FFCC website. Visit each event's respective page to see the judges scheduled for that particular contest.
With the release of this information, critique sign ups for the season should now be forwarded to the Chief Judge. Please send an email to ffja@ffcc.org and include your name, your unit, and the dates (maximum of 3) you would like to attend critique during the 2010 season. Your email needs to be received by midnight on Friday, January 15th.
Critique schedules for each show will be posted one week before the event on the FFCC site. Critiques WILL begin during the awards retreat of each show, so please take that into account as you decide which events you want to attend. A failure to show up for a critique without notification does make your surety bond subject to forfeiture, so choose carefully.
If you have any questions regarding critiques in the FFCC, contact Tom Slaughter directly at ffja@ffcc.org
The February 13 contest at University has reached 67 units and has been closed to further registrations for both colorguards and drumlines until further notice.
11/23 Contest Registration Update
The March 13 contest at Freedom HS has reached its capacity for colorguard units, and the February 27 contest at Colonial HS is near capacity. On dates when more than one contest is offered, a maximum of 45 colorguard units may compete. Units may still register but will be placed on a waitlist based on date of registration. If a unit withdraws from the contest, the first unit on the waitlist is automatically confirmed.
11/19 Membership Dues Increase December 1
Just a reminder that membership dues paid after November 30th increase by an additional $75. If you have not paid your member dues or registered this year. Register now!
This online form should be completed prior to the meeting this coming Sunday if you wish to be included in the first draw. Please bring a printed copy the application you submitted online along with payment to be included in the first show draw.
09/10 Initial Membership Meeting Reminder
The initial membership meeting will be held in Orlando, Florida at Oakridge HS on September 20th at 1:30PM.
IMPORTANT:To be eligible to register for shows on this date and as a result be guaranteed admission into any events you request and get the best possible position on the schedule, you must be in attendance WITH your unit dues (or pre-pay online) AND have completed the online membership form (coming early next week). Dues must be IN HAND - checks in the mail and holding checks will NOT be an option for the first draw and registration.
09/01 2010 Unit and Show Host Invoice Generator
Need an invoice for your unit in order to get a school check or for records? You can now generate an FFCC invoice directly at http://ffcc.org/invoice.php
07/27 Tim Bell Update
UPDATE:
Services will be held Saturday August 22nd at 10:00 AM
Florida Memorial Gardens
5950 South U.S 1
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321)636-5054
Regretfully and with heavy heart I write to inform you of the passing of a good friend and colleague. Tim Bell; so vibrant and energetic and such a vital part of our success as an organization and the success of our members with his thoughtful and insightful commentary passed away last night. To say he will be missed is an understatement, he will leave a void in the judging community and in our hearts. He was always up to the task and held himself, the judging community, and all of our teams to the highest of standards. His delivery was on point and always with a sparkle in his eyes. He had a great manner of telling you what you did not want to hear in a light hearted way that left you with dignity and laughter. It is a sad occassion and we will all mourn his passing knowing that we are better people and color guards for having known him. Rest in peace my good friend Tim. I know all of your prayers and good thoughts would be appreciated by his family.
Michael Higbe
President FFCC
07/20 Tim Bell
The FFCC would like to send warm wishes to Tim Bell and his family. Tim is a long time judge and close friend to many in the FFCC. Tim is currently facing serious health issues and we ask that you keep Tim and his family in your thoughts and prayers.
The FFCC now has a NEW MAILING ADDRESS. All dues payments and correspondence will go to this address effective immediately:
Florida Federation of Colorguards
P.O. Box 1863
Orange Park, FL 32067-1863
06/05 Championship Videos Start SHIPPING!
The 2009 FFCC Championship DVDs are COMPLETE and shipping has begun! It will time for all of the orders to be fullfilled and shipped out, but orders should start arriving in the next few weeks. If you don't already have a copy, you can order one online at http://www.alliancemedia1.com/trailers/2009ffcc.php
06/02 SAVE THE DATE: Initial Membership Meeting
The 2009/2010 Initial Membership meeting will be held in the Orlando area, following the WGI Spinfest event on Sunday, September 20th. Time and location will be announced at a later date.
06/01 The 2009 FFCC Board of Directors
The newly elected board for the 2009-2010 season is:
President: Mike Higbe
Vice President: Bette Brown
Secretary: Cichele Fields
Treasurer: Jackie Price
Contest Coordinator: Jim Taylor
Public Relations: Jay Owen
Chief Judge: Tom Slaughter
A, Open, World Rep: Erin Brown
AAA, AA: Trevor Cox
Cadet, Novice, B: Shelba Waldron
Percussion: Chris Koss
06/01 2010 Contest Dates Planned
The attached contest dates will be open for bid from schools looking to host a show during the 2010 season. More information is coming soon.
The 2009 end of season meeting is scheduled for next Sunday, May 31st at University High School (Orlando, FL) in the Freshman Cafeteria starting at 2PM. This is an important meeting where we will review proposals submitted and select board of officers for the 2010 season. Please make plans to attend.
Attention all units - there are many units missing DVD information and need to submit to alliancemedia1.com ASAP. Click more info to see the current list.
The FFCC would like to congratulate our percussion units for another great showing at the 2009 WGI World Championships. This year, TCI and Infinity made Independent World Finals, placing 11th and 14th. University HS also made Percussion Scholastic A Finals with a 4th place finish and a final score of 92.975. Complete results can be found at wgi.org.
The 2009 FFCC End of Season meeting has been scheduled for Sunday, May 31st in the Orlando Area. Specific details on time and location will be announced soon.
This is an important meeting where we will review the past season, discuss proposals for changes, and nominate and elect a board of directors for the 2010 season.
Many FFCC units made the trip to Dayton, Ohio for the 2009 Color Guard World Championships and are having great success.
A special congratulations to Lyman HS for securing the Scholastic A Class BRONZE MEDAL with a final score of 94.7 in Scholastic A Finals. River City Independent also secured a place in finals with a top 10 finish in the Independent A Class and a final score of 87.2.
Today, USF will be performing in Independent Open finals. Later this afternoon and evening, the FFCC will make a strong showing in the world class as Seminole HS & Freedom HS will performin Scholastic World finals, while The Knights and Northeast Independent will perform in Independent World Finals.
Best of luck to all units and safe travels home after the big event.
04/01 Championships Results
Congratulations to all of the great performances at the 2009 FFCC Championships this past weekend.
Complete results for the Colonial Show (AAA-World Class)
Complete results for the University Show (Cadet-B & Percussion)
We are working on some new banners on the web site - do you have photos you would like to see included? Send them to pr@ffcc.org. (We are looking for good action shots only for this.)
03/31 Lost Keys?
Did you misplace a set of keys at Circuit Championships? If so, we may have them. Send the vehicle type and your contact information to pr@ffcc.org.
03/25 Championship DVD Discount
DVD DISCOUNT INDIVIDUAL DISKS OFFERED until Friday!
You asked for PRE SALE DISCOUNTED prices by disk, so until Friday, for $29 you can pre-order and avoid the hassle at the show by ordering ONLINE now & save money!
Tomorrow is the LAST DAY you can submit photos and have a chance for them to appear in the 2009 FFCC Yearbook. Upload your photos here.
03/08 2009 Championship Questionnaire
To allow planning for awards, including your senior awards, at Championships we are requesting that all units submit the on-line FFCC 2009 Championships Questionnaire this week. If you need to change any of the information after submitting, just resubmit another form. If you have already submitted a form, we would like to thank-you for being prompt with this information. Form must be complete by March 14,2009.
Alliance Media is offering a half price Championships Set for PRESALE ONLY through the Freedom HS Contest weekend only. With two sites running simultaneously, this is a way for parents/fans to have a record of the 2009 season (including all percussion and color guard!)
Congratulations to the members and staff of Brahma from USF for their promotion from PIA to PIO by the WGI administration at the recent WGI Orlando Percussion Regional! This is the unit's second season in existence, and will now be attending the WGI Percussion World Championships and the Florida Federation of Color Guard Circuit Championships in the Independent Marching Open Class!
03/05 Critique Schedules - March 14th
Critique schedules for the March 14th FFCC Shows at Freedom HS in Orlando, and Jefferson HS in Tampa have been released. Visit each event's respective information page to see the assigned times.
02/27 2009 Martha Stark Scholarship - Deadline Extended
The 2009 Martha Stark Scholarship application deadline has been extended to March 4th, 2009. You can find the updated application and details in the resources section of the web site.
02/27 Critique Schedules - March 7th
Critique schedules for the March 7th FFCC events at Fletcher HS and Lyman HS have been released. Check each event's respective page for your assigned time.
02/23 FFCC Mobile
The FFCC is excited to announce the new FFCC.org Mobile. The page is optimized for iPhones but should work better for any mobile phone than the regular site. This will give you quick access to news, scores, schedule, and soon to be more. Check it out and send any feedback to pr@ffcc.org. You can also access it directly by going to http://m.ffcc.org/
02/22 East Ridge Percussion Promoted!
Congratulations to East Ridge HS Percussion on their promotion from Scholastic Marching AA to Scholastic Marching A after their performance at the FFCC Hagerty contest.
Good Luck to East Ridge in their new class of competition.
The FFJA is proud to announce the promotion of the following units to a higher classification, based on their achievements at this past weekend's FFCC shows at Colonial and Seminole.
Promoted from Class B to Scholastic AAA - Ocoee HS
Promoted from Scholastic AA to Scholastic A - East Ridge HS, Sickles HS, and Apopka HS
Promoted from Percussion Marching A to Percussion Marching Open - Mariner HS
Good luck to all of these units in their new classificaions and congratulations to their members on this accomplishment.
02/15 Send us your PHOTOS
Have photos of your unit that you want to see appear in the FFCC yearbook or on the FFCC web site? We are ready for your photo submission! Upload your photos here.
02/15 Percussion Class Split
After 2 great weeks of performances at our Fleming Island and Seminole "Percussion Focus" events, the FFJA announces the following divisions of Scholastic Marching A and Scholastic Marching AA for the rest of the 2009 season. Units in Scholastic Marching AA are still subject to promotion after each FFCC apperance for the remainder of the season.
For Percussion Scholastic Marching A:
Mariner HS, University HS, Seminole HS, South Lake HS, Fletcher HS
For Percussion Scholastic Marching AA:
Springstead HS, Nease HS, Gainesville HS, St. Augustine HS, Osceola HS (Pinellas), North Fort Myers HS, North Marion HS, Northside Christian, East Ridge HS, Largo HS, Countryside HS, Sebring HS
Critique Schedules for this weekend's FFCC events at Colonial High School and Seminole High School have been released. Check each event's respective page on this site for the complete schedule. Inform the Chief Judge immediately if you will not attend critique at your assigned time. Failure to show for an assigned critique time does make your surety bond subject to forfeiture.
02/01 Critique Schedules - Fleming Island and Riverview
Critique schedules for the upcoming February 7th shows at Fleming Island HS and Riverview HS have been released. Check each respective event page for details.
After two weekends of fantastic performances, the FFJA is proud to announce the following groups have been promoted to a higher classification after their performance at Premiere:
From Scholastic AAA to Scholastic AA
Apopka HS
From Class B to Scholastic AA
Land O' Lakes HS
From Class B to Scholastic AAA
Frostproof HS, Robinson HS, Sickles HS B, Winter Park HS, University HS, and Gaither HS
Congratulations to the directors, instructors, and performers for these groups on receiving the ultimate honor of promotion.
The critique schedule for the January 31st FFCC Contest at Land O' Lakes High School has been posted. Due to the unique structure of this "double-run" schedule, all units attending the show will get a chance to critique with the judges between performances.
Reviews for promotions after our two FFCC Color Guard Premiere Shows will occur on Sunday, January 25th and Monday, January 26th (after the second premiere weekend has concluded). All units are subject to promotion and will be reviewed by the Chief Judge and an appointed committee to assure appropriate classification for the 2009 season. If a unit is promoted, the FFCC-registered director will be notified by the Chief Judge via email on Monday evening, January 26th, and announced publicly via a press release to the FFCC website on Tuesday, January 27th.
Units who feel they have chosen a classification too high to meet their students needs, may appeal to the Chief Judge to move to a lower classification. This appeal must be in written form and sent to the Chief Judge from the FFCC-registered unit director.
Percussion units in Scholastic Marching A will be split into Scholastic Marching A and Scholastic Marching AA after the second percussion focus show concludes on February 14, 2009 at Seminole High School.
Any questions regarding promotions can be sent to Tom Slaughter, Chief Judge at ffja@ffcc.org
The critique schedule for this weekend's second FFCC Premiere Show at University HS has been posted. You can find the schedule in the adjudication section of this contest's event page.
01/15 URGENT: Units Missing Information
The following units are missing the listed required items that are necessary to perform this weekend at Premier. Absolutely no one will perform without proof of liability insurance. These items (proof of liability insurance and rosters) were due on December 15, 2008. If you believe you have sent these items, please re-fax them to 877-905-0358 or email to secretary@ffcc.org. We have had many incidents this year of items being faxed and/or mailed to wrong numbers/addresses. I have also received hundreds of faxes, and I apologize if something was overlooked.
All fees must be paid at guard check in on Saturday or you will not be allowed to perform. Please remember that if you are missing a roster, it MUST be signed by the PRINCIPAL as well as the unit director, and it should list all students and their school of attendance. This is especially important if you have students from a feeder school marching with your program. Please contact your class representative (Trevor Cox for AAA and Chris Palau for B/Cadet) for help or more information.
01/15 Video at Premiere
This a reminder to everyone that both of the FFCC premiere events will be professionally video taped and produced on DVD which can be purchased here: http://www.alliancemedia1.com/
Each unit will also have ONE (1) video pass to record their unit only. NO OTHER VIDEO RECORDING will be allowed at either of these events.
01/13 In Memorium
It is with deep regret that we announce the death of John J. Kenney Jr., husband of Karen Kenney one of our dearest FFCC family members. Please keep Karen and her family in your prayers. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to Life Link Foundation in John's memory.
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01/11 FFCC Video Update
Below is important information regarding the FFCC Premiere & Championship Video projects...
Alliance Media wants to encourage you to order your Premier DVD with complete confidence, so we will be offering you GUARANTEED 3 day (postmarked) delivery or it's FREE if you pre-order at our website, you will save $$. Get a PROFESSIONAL memory of the start of the 2009 season and enjoy the performances of your class of competition.
The critique schedule for the January 17th Premiere Show at University High School has been released. You can view the schedule in the Adjudication Details section of the event page for this show. A few reminders about critique.
1. Judges will be set up in 3 stations (Downstairs, EA, and GE). You will have 3 minutes at each station, then 1 minute of time to wrap up and transition to the next station.
2. It is to your benefit to listen to the judges commentary on your CDs before entering critique. Your time is short, and if you can get past the judge "rehashing" what was already said in their commentary, you can have a more in depth conversation.
3. Your time is set in stone and cannot be changed unless a conflict is extreme. Do not arrive late and still expect to enter the critique room. A failure to show up for an assigned critique time without notifying the Chief Judge or Contest Director for the day, does make you subject to forfeiture of your surety bond.
4. It is understood that most directors will have to leave the awards ceremony to attend critique. Please make arrangements for your students to be supervised so you can go.
Any questions on critique can be directed to Tom Slaughter at ffja@ffcc.org
01/08 Circuit Championships Location Announced
Check out the details regarding this years circuit championship location here.
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01/06 FFCC on Facebook
The FFCC is now active on Facebook. Join the group, RSVP for events, and invite others to attend shows quickly and easily at online. Check it out here.
12/21 Critique Sign Up - Due 1/10/09
Attention all FFCC member units -- Judging Assignments for the 2009 season are now complete. Though still subject to change, all assignments are now confirmed and only unforeseen circumstances will cause them to change from here forward.
With the completion of assignments, all units should now review their show selections, and send the three shows they wish to attend critique to the Chief Judge ASAP. Critique selections are due to Tom by Saturday, January 10th. Email your three critique selections to ffja@ffcc.org
The following units' critique selections have been received as of 9am on Saturday, January 3rd:
ASAP Independent, Auburndale HS, Brahma, Colonial HS, Cypress Creek HS, Deltona HS, Dr. Phillips HS, Durant HS, East Lake HS Percussion, Fletcher HS, Infinity, JW Mitchell HS, Lake Wales HS, Lakewood Ranch HS, Menendez HS, Ocoee HS, Plant City HS, South Lake HS, South Lake HS Percussion, TCI, The Knights, Thomas Jefferson HS, Timber Creek HS, University HS A, University HS Open
If your name is not on this list, your selections have not been received. Please send them prior to January 10th if you wish to participate in critiques this season.
Click "more" for an additional message from Tom Slaughter in regards to judging in 2009.
12/02 Deadlines Approaching
Several important paperwork deadlines are quickly approaching.
*Independent Release Letters Due December 15th
*Scholastic Eligibility Letters Due December 15th (You can use the WGI form on the Directors Only Website…)
*Insurance Due December 15th (Same coverage requirement as WGI…)
The FFCC is proud to announce the talented adjudicators who will join us for the Percussion Premiere Shows on February 7th at Fleming Island HS, and on February 14th at Seminole HS.
At Fleming Island, Julie Davila (Nashville, TN), Dave McCarthy (Orlando, FL), and Ed Argenziano (Newark, NJ) have confirmed to join us for this particular show. At Seminole, we look forward to welcoming J.J. Pipitone (Dallas, TX) and Chris Hestin (Pittsburgh, PA) to Florida. Dave McCarthy will pull double duty and serve on the Seminole panel as well.
We look forward to the national perspective these judges will be able to bring to our FFCC winter percussion units at their debut events for the 2009 season.
10/13 Color Guard Premiere Show Judging Panels Released!
Judging panels for the two color guard premiere shows on January 17th and January 24th have been released and are available by viewing each contests' respective "event page". The judging panels for these two shows are extraordinary and will give all of our color guard units an excellent early season read on their programs.
Percussion premiere show judging panels for February 7th and February 14th will be released shortly.
FFCC contest staff positions are available for Tabulator, Announcer, Digital Media Specialist, and Soundperson for the 2009 Contest season. Applications are due by September 30.
If you are interested in a contest staff position, please fill-out the on-line application after you have read the draft job description for the position that you are applying for (located in the resources section above). You will need to fill out an application for each position that you are applying for with the exception of the combined announcer/soundperson position. These job descriptions may be revised as we complete the planning process for the 2009 season. If you have any questions, please send an email to contests@ffcc.org.
09/10 2009 Contest Calendar
The 2009 FFCC Contest Calendar is now available. There are 2 weekends still available for bid - If you would like to host a show that weekend, please complete the form here and fax your letter form your principal confirming the date availability to 877-378-6101
09/10 FFCC Welcomes New Regional Contest Directors
Diane Rhatigan serving the Southwest Region
Vic Kulinski serving the Central Region
Randy Blackburn serving the Northern Region
All bring incredible talent and experience to the position and will be a huge asset to our contest staff. Look for details on these individuals at this weekend's membership meeting.
09/08 Update from the Board Meeting
The FFCC Board meet yesterday to finalize the 2009 FFCC Contest Schedule, select Regional Contest Directors, and put together plans for the new season. This coming Sunday, we will have the INITIAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING to provide important details regarding the upcoming season and signup for shows. Please note that you MUST complete a unit application and have dues paid by the meeting in order to be included in the first show draw. More details coming soon.
The meeting will be held at University High School's Freshman Cafeteria (Orlando, Florida) with information and discussion starting promptly at 2 PM.
The 2009 Contest Schedule will be announced as soon as each of the show hosts confirm their dates with the FFCC Secretary. The FFCC board has decided to allow for ADDITIONAL BIDS for 2 show weekends which are 1/31 and 2/28. If you would like to host a show that weekend, please complete the form here and fax your letter form your principal confirming the date availability to 877-378-6101.
08/22 JOB OPENING: Contest Staff
This will be a paid position and there will be three positions, one each in the Northeast, Central and Southwest areas of the circuit. Please read the Regional Contest Director’s job description for qualifications and responsibilities (attached below). To be considered for a position you must submit an online application by September 5th. The board will make their decisions soon thereafter. If you have any questions please email contests@ffcc.org. At this time this application is only for regional contest director. Those interested in being contest staff as either sound person, announcer, or tabulator please stay tune. APPLY ONLINE
08/20 Membership Meeting & Details
The initial membership meeting will be held September 14th. Details on time and location are coming soon.
2009 Membership Applications are now available for returning members. All of the details can be found here. We are working out some details with the new member application and it will be available soon. Check back often for updates.
2009 Non-Membership Application is now available and can be found here.
08/16 Show Bid Form is Here
Any units interested in hosting a show this year should download the 2008 bid form
and have to the FFCC board prior to the September 6th deadline.
Below are the dates that will be available for this year's FFCC events.
January 17 - Novice, Cadet, B, AAA Premiere (Central)
24 - AA, A, Open, World Premiere (Central)
31
February 7 - Percussion Focus North
14 - Percusssion Focus South
21
28 - ORLANDO REGIONAL
March 7
14
21
28+29 - FFCC Championships
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06/26 ATTENTION DIRECTORS: DVD Shipping Information
Alliance Media 1 is missing director shipping information for the following units. Please submit information ASAP at http://www.alliancemedia1.com/forms/3_free_vid.htm in order to prevent a delay in receiving your 2008 FFCC Championship Video.
06/17 Championship Video Update
The 2008 FFCC Championship Video is in the final stage of production. The FFCC Board is in the process of reviewing the current drafts and providing a list of final corrections to Alliance Media One. Once these revisions are complete the videos will begin shipping soon. Keep an eye out here for an update as to an exact shipment date.
06/16 Summer Clinics
FFCC Units wishing to post information about summer clinics available to the public can email pr@ffcc.org and have them posted on the CLINIC PAGE.
06/10 2008/2009 FFCC Board
The end of season circuit meeting wrapped up this past weekend. Complete details are coming soon. Below is a list of the 2008/2009 FFCC Board of Directors.
President: Mike Higbe
Vice President: Bette Brown
Secretary: Cichele Fields
Treasurer: Karen Kenney
Contest Coordinator: Christine Sands
Public Relations Coordinator: Jay Owen
Chief Judge: Tom Slaughter
A/Open/World Representative: Erin Brown
AAA/AA Representative: Trevor Cox
Novice/Cadet/B Representative: Chris Palau
Percussion Representative: Michael Johnson
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05/28 FFCC Units Promoted by WGI
Congratulations to the following FFCC units promoted by WGI:
Freedom HS to Scholastic World
Colonial, Cypress Creek, & University to Scholastic Open
05/20 FFCC End of Season Meeting
The FFCC End of Season meeting will be held on June 8, 2008. Please plan on attending this important meeting where the FFCC board will recap the season, rule change proposals will be discussed, and a new board of directors will be nominated and elected. If you would like to submit a rule change, please see the previous news posting for details.
05/01 Rule Change Proposals
Unit Directors and FFJA members are now able to submit rule change proposals for the upcoming end of season meeting. Please complete the form here.
04/21 WGI Percussion Results
Congrats to Infinity Independent and Timber Creek Independent for making finals at the WGI World Championships in Percussion Independent World.
04/17 2008 FFCC Yearbook
Check out the digital version of the 2008 FFCC Yearbook...
04/13 WGI Championships Results
Congratulations to the following FFCC color guards for their performance at the WGI Championships:
Colonial High School - Gold Scholastic A
Freedom High School - Silver Scholastic Open
Fahrenheit - Bronze Independent A
Northeast Independent - Bronze Independent World
Also, congratulations to the following units for making finals:
Cypress Creek & University - Scholastic A
USF - Independent Open
Seminole - Scholastic World
The Knights & Fahrenheit - Independent World
The FFCC had finalist in all six classes this year.
Based on performances at this past weekend's FFCC Championships, the following units have been promoted to a higher classification for the 2009 FFCC Season. Congratulations to the students, staff, and directors of these units on this tremendous accomplishment:
Promoted to Scholastic AAA: Braden River HS, Liberty HS, Matanzas HS, Olympia HS, West Nassau HS, Wiregrass Ranch HS
Promoted to Scholastic AA: Auburndale HS, Durant HS, Hagerty HS, Middleburg HS, Northside Christian School, Palm Bay HS
Promoted to Scholastic A: Dr. Phillips HS, Fleming Island HS
Congratulations to all FFCC members for a great Championships weekend! And, good luck to our units traveling to Dayton, Ohio for WGI World Championships. Travel safely and represent the FFCC with pride!
03/31 Promotion - East Lake HS Percussion
Congratulations to the members and staff of East Lake High School Percussion for their promotion from PSA to PSO at the WGI Ft. Lauderdale Regional. East Lake will now appear in PSO at the FFCC Championships.
03/31 Promotion - Fleming Island HS Percussion
Congratulations to the members and staff of Fleming Island High School Percussion for their promotion from PSA to PSO by WGI. Fleming Island will now appear in PSO at the FFCC and WGI Championships.
03/31 Championships Critique Schedule
Here is the critique schedule for Championships weekend:
Percussion - Friday, April 4th:
10:45pm - Fleming Island HS, East Lake HS
11:00pm - Timber Creek Independent, Infinity
Color Guard - Sunday, April 6th:
5:00pm - Freedom HS, River City Independent, Satellite HS
5:15pm - Cypress Creek HS, Fahrenheit A, USF Winterguard
5:30pm - Fahrenheit, The Knights, Northeast Independent
Congratulations to the members and staff of Timber Creek Independent Percussion for their promotion from PIO to PIW by WGI. This is the unit's second promotion this year having started the year in PIA. Timber Creek will now appear in PIW at the FFCC and WGI Championships.
03/26 IMPORTANT: Video Information REQUIRED
ATTENTION all units attending circuit championships...
In order to ensure you receive a directors copy of the circuit video for your performance and that your units information is correct, you MUST complete the forms at http://www.alliancemedia1.com/directors.htm prior to championships weekend.
03/20 LAST CALL... Submit Unit Photos for the Yearbook!
DEADLINE NOW PAST...
LAST CALL TO GET YOUR PHOTOS IN FOR THE YEARBOOK IS TODAY! Email photos directly to pr@ffcc.org to have them included. Please include the unit name and class in your subject line of your email.
03/20 Championships Information
All details regarding championships will be posted here: http://ffcc.org/championships
Please visit this page often as it will be updated on a regular basis the closer we get to championships.
03/20 Championships Solo/Duet Update
With the advent of a three day Championship, time and space have become very limited. It is important that we support every aspect of our competing units. Friday night, which was our traditional evening for the solo and duet competition, is now the FFCC Percussion Championship. Until such time that we can truly honor the performances and efforts of our individual performers without taking away from our other competing members at Circuit Championships, we have decided to discontinue an official FFCC Solo and Duet Championship.
03/18 ATTENTION UNITS: Championship Volunteers Required
Attention all Unit Directors, unit's are required to submit volunteer information for championships before March 29th. Failure to provide volunteers is a fine of $250.00 per volunteer. Submit online: http://ffcc.wufoo.com/forms/2008-volunteer-registration-form/
A complete championships information site is coming soon!
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03/17 Dunnellon Critique Schedule
The critique schedule for this weekend's FFCC Show at Dunnellon HS has been posted. We apologize for the delay.
03/17 Championships Critique
This year, at FFCC Championships, Percussion and Color Guard units who are attending WGI World Championships in Dayton have the option to sign up for a critique with their judging panel. For Percussion Units, the critique will begin 15 minutes after the conclusion of the Friday Championships Contest. For Color Guard units, critique will begin 15 minutes after the end of the Sunday contest.
To attend, your unit must be attending WGI World Championships, and you must understand that the critique will take place during the retreat ceremony. Due to time constraints, you must make a choice between attending either retreat or critique. Or, appoint members of your staff to take care of your students during retreat, and then other members of your staff can attend critique. Please plan carefully...signing up for this critique, and then not showing up does still make your unit subject to forfeiture of their surety bond.
Critique times will be pre-assigned, as we have done all season, and posted Monday, March 31st (the Monday before Championships).
If you wish to attend critique at Championships, email Tom Slaughter at ffja@ffcc.org prior to 11:59pm on Thursday, March 27th to secure your spot.
Judging Panels for FFCC Circuit Championships, being held April 4th-6th, have been released. Panels are available on each event's respective page.
03/17 2008 FFCC Yearbook Ads & Championships Vendors
The FFCC is offering Yearbook ads and Vendor opportunities for interested Business Sponsors as well as FFCC Member units. Click more info to read the details.
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03/12 Solos & Duets at St. Augustine Show
St. Augustine HS is offering solo, duet, and ensemble performances prior to the regular performances. Details below...
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03/12 Promotion News!!
Congratulations to the members and staff of Timber Creek Independent for their promotion from PIA to PIO at the WGI Orlando Regional this past weekend. They went on to win PIO in Finals. Timber Creek will now appear in PIO for all future FFCC and WGI shows this season.
To allow planning for awards, including your senior awards, at Championships we are requesting that all units submit the on-line FFCC 2008 Championships Questionnaire this week. If you need to change any of the information after submitting, just resubmit another form. If you have already submitted a form, we would like to thank-you for being prompt with this information.
Championship seedings as of March 01, 2008 and a tentative schedule have been posted on the Championship event pages in the "Download Info Packet". Please be aware that one position change in the rankings can affect your performance time by two hours. The seedings will be updated through March with the final seeding and schedule posted on March 31, 2008. Additional information on Championships will be posted as it becomes available.
02/24 Promotion News!!
The FFCC would like to congratulate Fletcher High School on their promotion from Class B to Scholastic AAA after their performance yesterday at the Lake Howell contest.
Promotion is the most significant reward a unit can achieve as it means the students have exceeded the expectations that their curriculum had for them at the beginning of the season.
All students and staff of Fletcher High School are to be commended for this achievement.
02/21 Championships DVD Pre-Order Special!
For a LIMITED TIME ONLY, Alliance Media 1 is offering an incredible discount on the FULL SET of Circuit Championships DVDs. This is a 12 disc set that will cost over $100 after championships and available for PRE-ORDER for only $59. CLICK HERE TO ORDER NOW
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02/19 Martha Stark Scholarship Application
The Martha Stark Scholarship application is now available in the resources section of the website. The application is due on March 01, 2008.
02/15 February 23rd Critique Schedules
Critique Schedules for the February 23rd, FFCC Percussion Focus Show at Timber Creek High School, and the Lake Howell Color Guard contest have been released. Please review and make note of your assigned times. Surety bonds will be forfeited if your group is a no-show for your requested critique time.
Due to the increase number of percussion units that have registered for these contests, the schedule has been changed to move percussion to either the beginning or end of the contest. Color Guards and Percussion Units, please verify your performance times as they may have changed.
The critique schedule for this weekend's show at Lake Mary High School is now available. We apologize for the delay in it's release.
02/04 REMINDER: Critique Policy
All units are reminded that it is their responsibility to check the website and know what critique time has been assigned to them in advance of each show. Critique schedules are posted 8-9 days before the contest happens. For example, the Seminole and Colonial critique schedules have been up since last Friday. The Lake Mary critique schedule will be posted this coming Friday.
A couple of additional points. CRITIQUE WILL ALWAYS START DURING RETREAT. Arrive at the judges room at your assigned time, even if awards are still being presented. If you have questions regarding critique on show day, ask the Timing and Penalties judge. The administration of critique at each show is their responsibility.
A failure to not show up for a critique, without notice, is now grounds for forfeiture of your surety bond. If unforeseen circumstances arise, and you have to pull out of critique, we will of course be fair. Please contact the Chief Judge immediately if you know that a conflict like this will occur. But simply not showing up, or arriving late is not acceptable. If you notice a scheduling conflict or error (i.e. critique is schedule for you during your promotion ceremony, two of your groups are scheduled to critique at the same time, etc..) please notify the Chief Judge in advance and "politely" inform him he has overlooked this.
Please note.... this policy is the same for both Guard AND Percussion units. Any questions, email ffja@ffcc.org
The FFCC congratulates the following color guards, who have been promoted to a higher classification based on their performances at the Winter Springs and Newsome Premiere Shows.
Middleburg HS - Promoted from Class B to Scholastic AAA
Colonial HS "B" - Promoted from Class B to Scholastic AAA
Sickles HS - Promoted from Scholastic AAA to Scholastic AA
Nease HS - Promoted from Scholastic AA to Scholastic A
Timber Creek HS - Promoted from Scholastic AA to Scholastic A
The circuit looks forward to recognizing the units listed above on this accomplishment at their next FFCC appearance.
01/16 Digital Judge Commentary to debut at Newsome this weekend!
This weekend's Premiere Show at Newsome will mark the beginning of a new era in the FFCC. Judges' commentary will be provided to units on one single CD, with a separate digital track burned onto the CD of each judge.
01/10 Premier VIDEO Pre-Sales! ORDER TODAY - PICKUP AT PREMIER!
The FFCC is once again excited to announce Alliance Media 1 as our exclusive video partner for the 2008 season. This year they will be putting together DVD Videos at both Premier contests, University HS on March 1st, Freendom HS on March 15th, and Circuit Championships weekend.
Critique schedules for the upcoming Premiere Shows have been released and can be found on the event page for each contest.
Review the schedule carefully. You MUST arrive at the judges room at your assigned time to take advantage of critique. Changes to this schedule cannot be made. Critique will be in a 3 station format (IA Judges, EA Judge, GE Judges). Their will be 3 minutes of conversation and then 1 minute of transition time allotted at each station. Do not go over time! Disregarding the scheduled time your are allowed will make it necessary to exclude you from future critiques.
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01/08 FFCC VIP Contest Pass - NOW INCLUDES ACCESS TO ALL FFCC SHOWS!
The FFCC VIP Pass is NOW AVAILABLE in LIMITED quantities.
Have you ever wondered if there was some way to secure premium seating at the FFCC's biggest events? What about parking at Circuit Championships - wouldn't it be nice to have a reserved premium spot?
For the 2008 FFCC Season, the circuit is offering a limited number of VIP PASSES. These passes include the following:
* Access into Premier ($10 value)
* Access to ALL 3 DAYS of Circuit Championships ($45 value)
* Access to ALL FFCC Contests during the 2008 Season (est. $72 value)
* A 2008 FFCC Yearbook ($5 value)
* Premium Parking, Premium Seating, and your name in the yearbook (Priceless)
Total cost will be only $100 for the above package. ORDER NOW before they run out! Email pr@ffcc.org with any questions.
01/06 Critique SignUp Deadline Passes
The deadline to sign up for Critiques in the 2008 FFCC season has passed. Check each contest's respective event page to verify the selections you submitted. Actual critique times will be assigned and posted 10 days before each event.
Contact Tom Slaughter at ffja@ffcc.org if you have any questions.
01/05 Color Guard Registration Deadline – 1/9/08
All color guards that are planning on competing at the FFCC Championship in April must have their on-line applications submitted, directions registered on the FFCC website and all fees, $475 Membership Fees and $100 Surety Bond (if the unit did not compete last year) paid by 1/9/08. To attend Championships all color guard units must compete in a Premier contest that is scheduled for 1/19/08 and registration will be closed on those events on 1/9/08 at 11:59 PM.
Click on the following link at the top of the page, NEW 2008 Membership Application and Details Now Available,for additional information. If you have any questions, please email contests@ffcc.org.
01/04 Deadline for Critique Sign Up Approaches
The deadline to submit your choices to attend critique at this season's FFCC shows is rapidly approaching. Make sure to submit your three choices to Tom Slaughter ... ffja@ffcc.org ... by Saturday, January 5th at 11:59pm. Submitting your choices by the deadline is the ONLY way you can attend critiques at FFCC shows this coming season. Don't delay...Email your choices to Tom right away.
Click more info for a complete listing of groups who have already submitted their critique choices...
Spiel Sheets can now be filled-in online at the below link. Save time and stress and complete your Spiel Sheet prior to arriving at the show. Since the forms are date controlled, if information changes during the year, just submit another form on-line. See Spiel Sheet for additional information.
12/22 Full Judging Panels Released and Critique SignUp Continues!
Complete judging panels for all FFCC Regular Season Shows have been released and can be viewed on each respective event page. Championships Judging Panels will be released on March 1st.
Critique sign ups are underway. Email your top 3 choices for shows to critique at to Tom Slaughter at ffja@ffcc.org before 11:59pm on January 5, 2008.
Units who have had critique requests received as of December 21st include: USF Percussion, Countryside HS Percussion, Melbourne HS, Timber Creek Independent Percussion, Northeast Independent, The 27th Parallel, University HS Percussion, River City Independent, Menendez HS Gold, Menendez HS Blue, Oak Ridge HS, Lake Wales HS B, Lake Wales HS A, Lake Wales HS Percussion, Ocoee HS, Freedom HS, Chamberlain HS, Auburndale HS, and Colonial HS A.
If your group has not yet submitted their critique choices, make sure to do so by the January 5th deadline. This is the ONLY way you can reserve your spot in FFCC critiques this season.
12/21 FFCC Video Bid
The FFCC is accepting bids from companies interested in handling the FFCC Video for Circuit Championships this year. Please see the attached PDF and submit details to pr@ffcc.org prior to 1/31/2008.
12/15 Location Change for Premier II
Do to problems with the spectator bleachers at Countryside High School, the Premier Contest scheduled for that location has been moved to Newsome High School in Lithia. If you have any questions, please email contests@ffcc.org.
12/12 Unit Rosters (Scholastic Eligibility Letter)
Unit rosters can be submitted on-line by updating your unit profile in the director's section of the web site. Units will also be required to have in their possession at all contests a copy of their roster. Download the appropriate sample roster form from the resources section. The scholastic unit's form (Scholastic Eligibility Letter) will require the signature of the principal. If you have any questions, please email contests@ffcc.org.
12/12 Rule Changes
All units, please review the following new interpretation of the "Competition Area".
Judging Panels for FFCC Shows through March 1st have been released, and can be found on each respective FFCC Event Page. Please note these panels are subject to change.
Units should begin deciding which shows they want to sign up to attend critique at. Critique sign ups will begin once the remainder of the March Panels are released. Expect more information on this by December 20th.
The FFJA held a successful Pre-Season meeting on December 8th at University HS in Orlando. Curtis Costanza and Chris Hestin facilitated the event and passed along valuable information to both judges and instructors in their sessions.
The FFJA wishes to thank the University High School Band and Color Guard, and especially Band Director Adam Steff, for their hospitality and support of the event. It is truly appreciated.
11/30 Upcoming Deadlines
The following deadlines are quickly approaching for FFCC units...
*Independent Release Letters Due December 15th
*Scholastic Eligibility Letters Due December 15th (You can use the WGI form on the Directors Only Website)
*Insurance Due December 15th (Same coverage requirement as WGI)
The FFJA will hold it's annual Pre-Season Judge Training Sessions on Saturday, December 8th at University High School. Sessions will run from 10am to 4pm and will be facilitated by Curtis Costanza on the Color Guard side, and Chris Hestin on the Percussion side.
Directors, designers, and instructors from units are welcomed and encouraged to attend free of charge. Simply email Tom Slaughter at ffja@ffcc.org to let us know you are coming. University High School band students will have snacks and beverages available for purchase throughout the day as a fundraiser for them.
We look forward to a great turnout on December 8th at University HS.
11/07 January Judging Panels Released
Judging Panels for FFCC shows schedule for January, 2008 have been released and are available by viewing each respective event page. Panels for the remainder of the season will be released shortly.
10/07 Contest Staff Positions Available
FFCC contest staff positions are available for Tabulator, Announcer and Soundperson for the 2008 Contest season. These are paid postions and applications are due by November 1.
A color guard only show will be held at Newsome High School on 3/1. Color guard units can now register for this show on-line.
09/26 Percussion Focus Show - 2/23/08
The Percussion Focus Show will be held at Timber Creek High School on 2/23. This will be a percussion only show featuring a national panel of judges. Percussion units can now register for this show on-line.
09/23 Show & Unit Information Updated
All show registrations and unit information have been updated. If you have any questions, please email contests@ffcc.org
09/11 2008 FFCC Show Schedule
The FULL 2008 FFCC Schedule is Now Online...
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09/09 Membership Meeting & Registration Information
The Initial Membership meeting is THIS COMING SUNDAY (September 16th) at Lake Mary High School in Orlando, FL. Meeting will start at 2PM. Attendance at this meeting is required to receive "first draw" status for show schedules. Complete details regarding registation and other information is available below.
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09/05 2008 Dues Invoice Generator
Need an invoice from the FFCC for your membership dues? You can automatically generate one for your unit here.
07/13 Independent Auditions & Summer Clinics
Check out the auditions page for details on summer clinics and auditions. Click Here
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07/06 Show Host Details, Updated Policy Manual & More
Five new forms have been added to the site. Check out the details here.
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06/26 Percussion Advisory Board Update
An update from the Percussion Representative, Clif Walker.
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06/22 FFCC Mourns Wengert Passing
FFCC is mourning the passing of Wayne Wengert, member of WGI Hall of Fame.
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06/18 FFCC Proposal Update
The discussed proposals from the end of season meeting.
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06/13 DVD Update
Check out the latest news on the 2007 FFCC DVDs from Alliance Media One...
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06/07 PROMOTIONS!!
The Florida Federation of Colorguards Circuit wishes to congratulate the following units that have been promoted to a higher level of competition based on their performances at FFCC Championships last April...
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06/05 THE VIP - coming soon...
A limited edition VIP pass for Premier and Circuit Championships Weekend. You will want one. Online sales start soon.
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06/05 Member News: Training Clinics...
Our resident Independent World Units, Northeast Independent and new to world class Fahrenheit, are each offering summer Clinics. Check out the details here.
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06/05 The FFCC at WGI for 20 Years
Twenty Years of FFCC units who made finals at WGI.
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06/05 FFCC, Meet RSS
You asked for it and here it is. The FFCC news is now broadcast as an RSS feed. Don't know what that is? Read more...
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06/04 2008 FFCC Board of Officers
A complete list of the newly elected FFCC Board of Officers for the 2007-2008 Season. Other details regarding the end of season meeting will be posted soon.
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06/04 2008 Show Schedule
This is the 2008 show schedule. Dates that will be available for bid are listed below. Contest bid forms are availalbe in the resources section of the web site..
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06/04 End of Season Meeting Summary
Summary of the updates at the 2007 End of Season Meeting.
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06/01 2007 Proposals
Attached is a list of the proposals that will be discussed at this weekends meeting. We will also be nominating and voting for the 2007-2008 FFCC Board of Directors.
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05/31 CONGRATULATIONS - Fahrenheit & Seminole HS!
After both receiving bronze medals in the Independent and Scholastic Open Class at World Championships, Fahrenheit and Seminole HS have been promoted to the World Class. Congratulations to the performers and staff on reaching the highest level our sport has to offer. We all look forward to what you will bring to this level of performance.
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05/15 Goodbye to a Long Time Member
The FFCC would to say thanks to Paradigm for 13 years of good color guard memories. Good luck to all involved in your future endeavors.
Joe Flynn, former director of Paradigm, has set up a scholarship to be awarded to a member of an Independent unit each year at championships. This will be a separate award from the Martha Stark Scholarship fund. Details to follow as they become available.
04/23 Teal Sound Mourns the Loss of One of its Founders
It is with great sadness to report that on Wednesday April 18, 2007 Trevor Jones passed away of a heart attack. Trevor was the corps 1st brass caption head and show coordinator. He held that role from 1998-2002.
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04/20 ANNUAL FFCC MEETING Announcement
The ANNUAL FFCC meeting will be held on June 3rd starting at 2PM. The meeting will be held at LAKE MARY HS in Lake Mary, Florida.
04/19 An FFCC Family In Need
It isn't often that we are able to focus on a family within our circuit as there are many who do so much. The Carey family, however, has had some unexpected and tragic events this week.
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04/17 FFCC Scholarships
Congratulations to the 2007 FFCC Scholarship Winners...
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04/15 NEWS FLASH: Northeast finishes 5th in IW at WGI
Northeast Independent finished 5th place at WGI World Championships IW Finals with a score of 94.8. Congratulations!
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04/14 NEWS FLASH: Seminole and Fahrenheit win SO and IO Bronze Medals at WGI
Seminole with a score of 95.3 and Fahrenheit with a score of 95.1 took home bronze medals from WGI World Championships in Scholastic Open and Independent Open Classes. Freedom HS also made finals in SO class and finished 11th place. CONGRATULATIONS to an excellent showing by FFCC units in Open Class today.
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04/13 NEWS FLASH: Bartram Trail makes A Class Finals at WGI
Congratulations to the FFCC's first WGI World Championships finalist in 2007. Bartram Trail HS placed 14th in the Scholastic Class A Finals. Congratulations also to Jay and Claire Owen on the birth of their second son earlier this week.
More updates will be posted later - visit wgi.org for all scores.
04/11 WGI.org gets "Performer's Perspective" from Infinity member
The WGI website has been running a series of interviews with performers leading up to the WGI World Championships. On April 10th they featured an interview with Alicia Vause of the Infinity Percussion Ensemble. Click here to read the article.
Independent Class A
Gold Medalist - 27th Parallel - 82.20
Silver Medalist - Storm - 79.05
Scholastic Class A Shaktai Division
Gold Medalist - Colonial HS - 87.90
Silver Medalist - Lyman HS - 87.70
Bronze Medalist - Spruce Creek HS - 86.15
Scholastic Class A Company Division
Gold Medalist - Bartram Trail HS - 91.60
Silver Medalist - Cypress Creek HS - 87.95
Bronze Medalist - Sandalwood HS - 87.75
The Shaktai Performance Company, under the direction of Ron Comfort and John Wil, first became a WGI World Championships finalist in 1991, and were the 1993 WGI Independent Class A Bronze Medalist. They were a WGI Independent World Class Finalist five times, with their highest finish being 5th place in 1999.
The Company colorguard, under the direction of Adam Sage, Michael James and Alan Smith, made a meteoric rise through the WGI ranks that remains unmatched to this day. They were the WGI Independent Class A and Open Class Gold Medalists in 1995 and 1996, their first two years of existence and were World Class finalists from 1997 to 1999, with their highest finish being 5th place in 1997.
In recognition of the accomplishments of these premier colorguards from FFCC’s history, the Scholastic Class A divisions have been named the ‘Shaktai Division’ and the ‘Company Division’ in their honor.
Scholastic Class AA
Gold Medalist - St. Augustine HS - 83.1
Silver Medalist - Seminole HS (Sanford) - 79.6
Bronze Medalist - Bartow HS - 78.6
Scholastic Class AAA Coast One Division
Gold Medalist - Orange Park HS - 74.6
Silver Medalist - Baldwin HS - 70.6
Bronze Medalist - Dr. Phillips HS - 70.3
Scholastic Class AAA Beyond Division
Gold Medalist - Fleming Island HS - 73.9
Silver Medalist - Hagerty HS - 67.3
Bronze Medalist - West Orange HS B - 67.2
The Coast One Winterguard, based out of St. Augustine High School under the direction of Jeff Dodd, was the FFCC’s premier Scholastic Colorguard, earning the WGI Scholastic Open Class Silver Medal in 1995, and then being a Scholastic World Class finalist from 1996-2004.
The Beyond Colorguard, under the direction of Michele Dershimer, Jon and Cathy Kersten, and Cheryl Wimberly, was originally an outgrowth of the Lake Howell HS ‘Imagination’ colorguard and included among its membership many current and former FFCC directors, including Adam Sage, Michelle Stissel, Daniel Helton, Shawn McCaig, Kevin Griner, Jenn Treulieb, Steve Porter, Shawn Bennett, Mark Dwyer, Mary Kelly, Bobby Hezelton and Chris Martone. In 1994 they were the WGI Independent Class A Bronze Medalist
In recognition of these guards who had a significant role in the growth of the FFCC, the Scholastic Class AAA divisions have been named the ‘Coast One Division’ and the ‘Beyond Division’ in their honor.
In 1987, Lake Howell HS ‘Imagination’, under the direction of Michele Dershimer and Jon Kersten became the first FFCC colorguard to be a WGI World Championships finalist, placing sixth in Scholastic Class A.
In 1989, Lake Gibson HS ‘Illusion’, under the direction of FFCC founder Roanna Combs, became the FFCC’s first Scholastic Open Class finalist, placing 15th in the highest Scholastic Class at the time.
In recognition of the FFCC’s first WGI finalists, the Class B divisions have been named the “Imagination Division” and the “Illusion Division” in their honor.
Cadet Class
Gold Medalist - Seminole MS - 86.9
Silver Medalist - Trafalgar MS - 84.1
Bronze Medalist - First City Cadets - 81.4
Cadet Novice Class
Gold Medalist - Largo MS - 64.7
Silver Medalist - Murray MS - 64.6
Bronze Medalist - Cocoa Beach JHS - 64.6
PERCUSSION CLASSES
Independent Marching World Class
Gold Medalist - Infinity - 88.0
Independent Marching Open Class
Gold Medalist - The 1st Degree - 78.7
Scholastic Marching Open Class
Gold Medalist - Timber Creek HS - 91.5
Silver Medalist - Mariner HS - 86.6
Scholastic Concert World Class
Gold Medalist - Osceola HS (Kissimmee) - 92.1
Scholastic Concert Open Class
Gold Medalist - East Lake HS - 85.6
Scholastic Concert Class A
Gold Medalist - Nease HS - 87.3
Scholastic Marching Class A
Gold Medalist - Fleming Island HS - 89.9
Silver Medalist - Wesley Chapel HS - 89.3
Bronze Medalist - East Ridge HS - 89.1
SOLO/DUET CLASSES
Flag Solo
Gold Medalist - Brendan White - Northeast Independent
Silver Medalist - Samantha Malone - Countryside HS
Bronze Medalist - Summer Romano - Clearwater HS
Rifle Solo
Gold Medalist - George Furlipa - Northeast Independent
Silver Medalist - Frederick Bartelt - USF
Bronze Medalist - Steven Martinez - Colonial HS
Sabre Solo
Gold Medalist - Tori Baker - Menendez HS
Silver Medalist - Steven Martinez - Colonial HS
Bronze Medalist - Brandon Simpson - USF
Congratulations to Timber Creek HS Percussion, who was promoted by WGI into Scholastic Marching Open Class following prelims at the WGI Nashville Regional. They went on to win the class in finals.
03/21 Championships Judging Panels Released
Judging Panels for FFCC Championships have been released, and can be viewed on each respective event page.
03/19 March 17 WGI South Power Regional Results
Congratulations to the FFCC members who were finalists and champions at the 2007 WGI South Power Regional in Tampa:
Independent World Class 1st Place - Northeast Independent - 93.4 5th Place - The Knights- 85.4 7th Place - Paradigm - 82.7
Independent Open Class 1st Place - Fahrenheit - 91.6
4th Place - USF - 83.5
Scholastic Open Class 1st Place - Seminole HS - 90.7 2nd Place - Freedom HS - 88.1
8th Place - Countryside HS - 78.5
Scholastic Class A 4th Place - Bartram Trail HS - 88.6 5th Place - Colonial HS - 86.3
7th Place - Lyman HS - 85.2 9th Place - Spruce Creek HS - 83.1 12th Place - University HS - 81.5
Full Finals Scores, plus all Prelims scores are available at www.wgi.org.
03/05 March 3rd WGI Regional Results
Congratulations to the FFCC members who were finalists at the 2007 WGI Atlanta Colorguard Regional:
Independent World Class 1st Place - Northeast Independent - 87.20 4th Place - Paradigm - 79.20
Independent Open Class 1st Place - Fahrenheit - 83.90
Scholastic Open Class 1st Place - Seminole HS - 86.90 6th Place - Countryside HS - 74.50
Scholastic Class A 9th Place - Sandalwood HS - 76.90
Full Finals Scores, plus all Prelims scores are available at www.wgi.org.
Also, congratulations to Fleming Island HS, 3rd place in Scholastic Marching A Class at the March 3rd WGI Pensacola Percussion Regional with a score of 77.60.
03/02 CHAMPIONSHIPS VENUE UPDATE - Now at UCF Arena!
The FFCC Board of Directors is excited to announce that recent changes in availability have made it possible for the FFCC to once again host its Championship weekend at the UCF Arena in Orlando, Florida. The weekend will run March 31st - April 1st. More details and information coming soon.
02/25 2007 FFCC Solo/Duet Championship Contest
The FFCC will host a Colorguard Solo/Duet Championships contest on Friday, March 30 at Lake Mary HS. More details will be released soon.
02/24 WGI West Palm Beach Regional Results
Congratulations to the FFCC members who were finalists at the 2007 WGI West Palm Beach Regional:
Independent World Class 2nd Place - The Knights - 77.2
Independent Open Class 1st Place - USF - 77.5
Scholastic Open Class 2nd Place - Freedom HS - 79.0
Independent Class A 1st Place - 27th Parallel - 73.7
Scholastic Class A 3rd Place - Cypress Creek HS - 80.9 6th Place - Frostproof HS - 74.7 7th Place - Mariner HS - 74.1 9th Place - Satellite HS - 72.4
Independent Marching World Class 1st Place - Infinity - 80.3
Full Finals Scores, plus all Prelims scores are available at www.wgi.org.
Also, congratulations to Paradigm, 2nd place in Independent World Class at the February 17th WGI Pensacola Regional with a score of 75.5.
02/23 2007 FFCC Yearbook Information Request
ATTENTION ALL UNIT DIRECTORS: Please submit the form located at http://ffcc.org/yearbook/ in order to ensure your unit is included in the 2007 FFCC Yearbook. You can also upload photos on this form - please note it may take several minutes for photos to upload - wait for a success page before closing. The DEADLINE for submission is March 2nd. Anything submitted after that date will not be accepted and your unit may not be in the yearbook. E-mail pr@ffcc.org with any questions.
02/19 Promotions from this past weekend
Congratulations to the following guards, who have been promoted based on their performances at this past weekend's FFCC Contest at Winter Springs:
Nease High School - Promoted to Scholastic AA
Boone High School - Promoted to Scholastic A
Menendez High School - Promoted to Scholastic A
Oviedo High School - Promoted to Scholastic A
02/12 Martha Stark Scholarship Form
The application form for the 2007 Martha Stark Scholarship Program is now available in the "resources" area. UPDATE - The postmark deadline is March 1st.
02/12 Winter Springs Driving Directions Update
We have prepared a clarification to driving directions and an accurate map to Winter Springs HS. All units attending the contest should download this update available in the resources area. It is also now part of the contest information packet.
02/03 WGI Orlando Regional Results
Congratulations to the FFCC members who were finalists at the 2007 WGI Orlando Regional:
Independent World Class 1st Place - Northeast Independent - 77.4 3rd Place - The Knights - 72.3
Independent Open Class 1st Place - Fahrenheit - 73.6 3rd Place - USF - 71.2
Scholastic Open Class 1st Place - Seminole HS - 76.5 2nd Place - Freedom HS - 74.1 3rd Place - Countryside HS - 70.6
Independent Class A 1st Place - Storm - 66.3 2nd Place - 27th Parallel - 62.9
Scholastic Class A 2nd Place - Bartram Trail HS - 77.5 3rd Place - Cypress Creek HS - 73.9 7th Place - University HS - 70.8 8th Place - Lyman HS - 70.6 9th Place - Colonial HS - 69.3 10th Place - Menendez HS - 68.9 11th Place - Lake Howell HS - 67.6 12th Place - Lake Mary HS - 67.1
Full Finals Scores, plus all Prelims scores are available at www.wgi.org.
01/29 Week 2 Promotions
Congratulations to the following color guards, who have been promoted to a higher classification after FFCC competitions held on January 27th:
From Cadet Novice to Cadet -- First City Cadets
From Scholastic AA to Scholastic A -- North Fort Myers HS,Chamberlain HS
We look forward to recognizing this accomplishment at each respective units next FFCC appearance.
01/23 Week 1 Promotions
Congratulations to the following FFCC members who have been promoted to a higher classification after the first weekend of contests:
Nease HS - From Class B to Scholastic AAA
North Fort Myers HS - From Scholastic AAA to Scholastic AA
JW Mitchell HS - From Scholastic AA to Scholastic A
Below is a portion of the letter these unit directors received today which emphasizes what an honor promotion is:
Promotion represents one of the most significant honors that an FFCC member can achieve. It means that the students have exceeded expectations that the WGI Educational philosophy as well as their respective instructors had for them when they entered the FFCC for the 2007 season. Please relay to your students the honor and satisfaction they should feel in going "beyond" their perceived limits and use it as a lesson in life to always expect more from yourself and set goals that push your achievements to the ultimate.
Congratulations to these 3 guards and ALL of our FFCC members for two tremendous Color Guard Premiere contests. Great shows are scheduled for this weekend at Countryside HS and Fleming Island HS, with our Percussion units making their 2007 debut at Fleming Island. We wish great performances to everyone in the FFCC who will "wow" the crowd this weekend!!
01/22 January 27th Schedules
Registration for the January 27th contests at Countryside HS and Fleming Island HS is now closed. Warm-up schedules have been posted in the "Resources" area. The schedules reflect unit promotions and are locked. No unit will be required to perform earlier than the time posted on the final schedule.
01/21 Reclassifications
In line with our change in procedure this year, all groups who finished in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Place in Class B, AAA, and AA at yesterday's Premiere Shows are currently being reviewed for possible promotion to a higher class. Any groups who happen to be promoted, will be notified by the Chief Judge prior to Tuesday of each week. The promotions will then be announced here on the website by Wednesday.
Units who wish to request to compete in classification lower then they did at Premiere, should send a written appeal to the Chief Judge. The appeal will then be acted upon within 48 hours and the director informed of the outcome.
The FFCC follows the WGI Contest Rules at all events. All directors should review the rules before attending Premier. They are available in the "Resources" area.
Added Jan. 12: At the last WGI Meeting, Timing and Penalties Judges established clarifications on some rules. The FFCC will follow these interpretations. Of special note is a new interpretation of front boundary violations. This paper is available in the "Resources" area.
01/10 FFCC Show Music Policy
All colorguard directors should read this policy concerning show CD's and mp3 compatibility. Click More Info> below, or download it from the Resources section.
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01/10 Colorguard Premier Information Packets Available
Informational packets and preliminary schedules for the January 20 FFCC Premier Shows have now been posted in the "Resources" section.
01/09 Membership Deadline Approaching
Colorguards wishing to register as FFCC members must do so by Sunday, January 14 or they will not be able to attend the FFCC Championships. Units may still register for membership after that day, however they will not be able to compete at a Premier Show, thus not qualifying for Championships.
Drumlines wishing to register as FFCC members must do so by Sunday, January 21 or they will not be able to attend the FFCC Championships. Units may still register for membership after that day, however they will not be able to compete at the Premier Show, thus not qualifying for Championships.
01/04 Contest Registration Update
Contest entries for the units registered as of January 1 have been entered into the online database and are viewable now in the "events" section.
01/04 Premier Schedules Posted
The schedules for the 2007 Premier Contests at Cypress Creek HS and Mitchell HS have been posted. The schedules are still tentative. The schedules will be locked at 11:59PM, Sunday, January 14. For this year's Premiers, Class B has been scheduled to perform first, followed by Cadet Class.
12/19 Championships Location Announcement!
The 2007 FFCC Circuit Championships will be held at Winter Springs HS
130 Tuskawilla Road
Winter Springs, FL 32708 (map)
12/08 Policy Manual now available online
The 2007 FFCC Policy Manual is available in the resources areas. All directors should download and print this important document.
12/03 Ridgeview and Dunnellon Shows Now Offering Percussion
The March 10 contest at Ridgeview HS in Orange Park and the March 24 contest at Dunnellon HS have added percussion competition to the event. If you wish to register for either contest, you may do so online or by contacting
Jim Taylor, FFCC Contest Coordinator
11/29 PreSeason Judge Meeting - December 9th
On Saturday, December 9th, over 50 members of the Florida Federation of Judges Association will commence their annual Pre-Season meeting at the Holiday Inn Airport - Jacksonville. Faciliators will include WGI judges Curtis Costanza and Christine Clayton on the Color Guard side. Chris Hestin, WGI Percussion Judge and part of the Glassmen Drum and Bugle Corps will faciliate the percussion side.
The wide range of changes and clarifications to WGI's judging philosophy that is new this year will be addressed in detail, making these sessions a huge benefit to both our judges AND our designers and instructors.
Designers and instructors from the Florida Federation of Colorguards Circuit, South Florida Winter Guard Association, Carolina Winter Ensembles Association, and the Southwest Florida Indoor Ensembles Association may all attend these sessions free of charge.
The sessions will begin at 8:30am on Saturday, December 9th. General sessions will conclude at 4:30pm with some individual judge meetings lasting until 8:00pm.
To register to attend as a designer or instructor participant, please contact Tom Slaughter at ffja@ffcc.org.
Additional details on the location and oppurtunities to secure hotel rooms from Holiday Inn at a discounted rate can be found on the FFJA website -- www.ffja.org
We look forward to seeing you on December 9th in Jacksonville.
10/16 Judging Panels for Premiere Released
Judging Panels for the two FFCC Premiere shows on January 20, 2007 are confirmed and have been released. View the "event page" for either of the two premieres to view the judging panel for that respective show.
Judging panels for remaining FFCC shows will be released as they are confirmed.
10/06 FFCC Internship Opportunity
The FFCC has opened up an opportunity for 2 students who are either majoring or interested in Philanthropy (Fundraising) and or Marketing. This Volunteer position can also fulfill volunteer needs at your current college. Below is a job description and responsibilities ( Read Carefully )
Requirements:
1. Be an active member of a colorguard of FFCC for the 2007 season.
2. Work independently as well as with a coworker to achieve goals.
3. Have reliable phone access to make and receive calls.
4. Report monthly to the VP and board of FFCC on progress.
5. Have computer access for e mail correspondence.
A letter stating you interest should be sent to VP@ffcc.org by October 25, 2006 and the 2 positions will be filled by November 7, 2007 ( All applicants will be notified)
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09/18 Initial Membership Results
The initial membership meeting was a great success with over 70 Color Guard units registered and 10 percussion units registered. It is not to late to add your unit to the list. Complete details are available here.
09/06 2007 FFCC Show Schedule
The 2007 FFCC Show Schedule is now complete.
January 20th
Cypress Creek HS (Orlando) Colorguard Premier I
Mitchell HS (New Port Richey) Colorguard Premier II
January 27th
Fleming Island HS* (Orange Park) Percussion Premier
Countryside HS(Clearwater)
February 10th
Seminole HS* (Pinellas County)
Edgewater HS* (Orlando)
February 17th
Winter Springs HS (Seminole County)
February 24th
Colonial HS (Orlando)
Chamberlain HS* (Tampa)
March 3rd
Frostproof HS* (Polk County)
Middleburg* HS (Clay County)
March 10th
Freedom HS* (Orlando)
Ridgeview (Orange Park)
March 24th
Bartram Trail HS (Jacksonville)
Dunnellon HS (Marion County)
March 31st & April 1st
Circuit Championships* (Site TBA)
*shows include percussion & color guard events -- all others are color guard only
09/05 Promotions
Congratulations to the following FFCC units that have been promoted to a higher classification based on their performance at the 2006 FFCC Championships:
From Class B to Scholastic AAA
Palm Bay HS
Wesley Chapel HS
Edgewater HS
Boca Ciega HS
From Scholastic AAA to Scholastic AA
Umatilla HS
From Scholastic AA to Scholastic A
Land O'Lakes HS
Sandalwood HS
Osceola HS
The FFCC congratulates these units on the tremendous accomplishment of promotion.
08/17 Membership Invoice
Just a reminder to all directors, you can generate an FFCC invoice for your school to pay for your guards membership by going to http://ffcc.org/members/invoice.php
08/08 Summer Board Meeting
The FFCC Summer Board Meeting has been postponed to August 13. The contest schedule will be announced soon after.
07/16 2007 Show Bid Form
The 2007 Show Bid Form has been created. Units interested in hosting a show should download the form and submit it by August 5. Remember that complete bids are considered before incomplete bids.
06/06 WGI Update
Congratulations to Countryside HS and USF on their promotion to Open Class by WGI. They will further be recognized with special promotion ceremonies at their 2007 Premier contest. For a full list of WGI promotions,click here.
06/05 FFCC Annual Meeting News
The 2006/2007 FFCC Board of Officers was elected at the June 4 Annual Meeting:
President - Mike Higbe
Vice President - Jim Van Romer
Secretary - Bette Brown
Treasurer - Karen Kenney
Chief Judge - Tom Slaughter
Contest Coordinator - Jim Taylor
Public Relations - Jay Owen
Southwest Area Rep - Erin Brown*
Central Area Rep - Ben Adams*
Northeast Area Rep - Cichele Fields*
*The Area Reps were elected to represent units by class, rather than area, with the following distribution: Southwest - World/Open/National A; Central - Local A/AA; Northeast - AAA/B/Cadet.
The proposal to change the representative designations in the Constitution and create an elected Percussion Representative failed due to lack of quorum. The Board chose to have the President appoint a Percussion Representative in an advisory position. Match Bradford was appointed to this position.
04/22 WGI Update (FFCC Percussion Units) - 1st Degree Wins Gold!
Congratulations to The 1st Degree, the 2006 WGI Independent Open Class Marching Percussion Champions, finishing atop the class with a final score of 91.20. The is a tremendous accomplishment for a unit that began as an A Class unit just last year.
Two FFCC drumlines made the trip to Dayton, Ohio for the WGI Percussion World Championships, and both are leaving as Gold Medalists. and Mariner HS have served notice that the FFCC (in just its second year sponsoring percussion competition) is a major player in the activity. Congratulations to both units!
04/21 WGI Update (FFCC Percussion Units) - Mariner Wins Gold! - 1st Degree on top of PIO going into finals
Congratulations to Mariner HS, the 2006 WGI Scholastic Class A Marching Percussion Champions. Mariner earned their gold medal in their first trip to the WGI World Championships and is the FFCC's third medalist in Dayton this year.
The 1st Degree enters the Independent Marching Open Class finals on Saturday in first place after prelims, setting up a possible medal two-fer for the FFCC.
04/09 WGI Update (FFCC World Class Units) - Northeast finishes 5th..Knights 11th in IW
Congratulaions to Northeast Independent for their 5th place finish in Independent World at WGI World Championships on Saturday night. Northeast scored a 93.25 in achieving the highest World Class ranking in their history.
Congratulations to The Knights on their 11th place finish on Saturday night. Their score of 84.9 was a great way to end their season, and successful transition to World Class.
The entire FFCC congratulates these two units on their achievements this season.
04/08 WGI Update (FFCC Open Class Units) - Freedom snags 7th, Seminole 15th. Fahrenheit takes 8th place.
Great performances have led to a successful Saturday for the FFCC Open Class units representing the circuit in Dayton.
Freedom HS followed up last year's Gold Medal in Scholastic A with a 7th place finish in Scholastic Open.
Seminole HS continued their history of great success at WGI by finishing 15th in Scholastic Open.
Fahrenheit also did the FFCC proud by finishing 8th in Independent Open. Check out www.wgi.org for a special, inspiring article written on Fahrenheit and their esteemed director, Jim Van Romer.
Congratulations to all three of these units on their tremendous seasons. Also, Lisa Girard of Fahrenheit was a recipient of a WGI Scholarship Award.
04/08 WGI Update (FFCC A Class Units) - Countryside and USF win bronze; Knights A finishes 9th!!
Congratulations to Countryside HS and USF Winterguard for winning bronze medals at WGI World Championships on Friday night.
Countryside finished 3rd in Scholastic A, taking the bronze with a score of 93.45.
USF Winterguard captured the bronze medal as well, finishing 3rd in Independent A with a score of 91.90.
The Knights A, in their first year of existence, finished in 9th place with a score of 84.60. Congratulations to these lovable penguins on achieving finalist status in their inaugural season.
In addition, the following units had great performances in Dayton:
Bartram Trail HS - Scholastic A Semi-Finalist Satellite HS - Scholastic A Semi-Finalist Lake Mary HS - 7th place in Scholastic A - Round 4; Block B Storm - 9th place in Independent A - Round 2; Block A 27th Parallel - 12th place in Independent A - Round 2; Block A
Congratulations to all of our A Class World Championships competitors. The FFCC is proud of you!
04/02 Championships Results
The FFCC congratulates the medalists from the 2006 Championships competition.
Sunday, April 2
Independent World Class
Gold Medalist - Northeast Independent
Silver Medalist - The Knights
Independent Open Class
Gold Medalist - Fahrenheit
Scholastic Open Class
Gold Medalist - Freedom HS
Silver Medalist - Seminole HS
Independent Class A
Gold Medalist - Univ. of South Florida
Silver Medalist - The Knights
Bronze Medalist - 27th Parallel
Scholastic Class A
Gold Medalist - Countryside HS
Silver Medalist - Bartram Trail HS
Bronze Medalist - Mariner HS
Percussion Scholastic Concert World Class
Gold Medalist - Frostproof HS
Percussion Independent Marching Open Class
Gold Medalist - The 1st Degree
Percussion Scholastic Marching Class A
Gold Medalist - Mariner HS
Silver Medalist - Timber Creek HS
Bronze Medalist - Fleming Island HS
Saturday, April 1
Scholastic Class AA
Gold Medalist - Land O'Lakes HS
Silver Medalist - Sandalwood HS
Bronze Medalist - Osceola HS
03/22 Bartram Trail Schedule Locked
The schedule for the March 25 contest at Bartram Trail has been locked. No unit will be required to perform any earlier than the time posted. A full schedule is available.
02/28 WGI Rule 4.1 Reminder
WGI Rule 4.1 addresses equipment and prop construction and floor protection. Beginning with the March 11 contests, this rule will be enforced with no more warnings. Click More Info for full details.
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02/27 2/18 Promotion
In accordance with the updated promotion policy for AAA units, Fletcher HS has been promoted to Scholastic Class AA following their performance at the 2/18 Ridgeview contest and subsequent review by the judging panel and the FFCC Chief Judge.
The FFCC congratulates Fletcher HS on their promotion. A special promotion ceremony will take place at their next contest appearance.
02/27 2006 Championships Video
The FFCC is excited to have Alliance Media contracted to produce the 2006 FFCC Championships video. Alliance Media has many years of guard related video experience and it should result it an incedible product for this year. Pre-sales of the DVDs is now available here. Also, just a reminder, no one will be allowed to video any portion of the FFCC Championships other than those assigned by Alliance Media.
02/14 The Knights and the Daytona 500
Please read this article posted on the wgi.org website about The Knights upcoming performance at the Daytona 500!
