Please read the updates below!! There is a lot of information about STATE!!
FROM DR. EBERT
**It’s hard to believe that State Week is here! **
We need to stay healthy as this is the culmination of our season’s hard work. Great sleep, hydration, diet, and preparation are key to having two outstanding performances on Saturday.
10/19 MB Practice 3:30-6PM; SENIOR DINNER 6:30PM
10/20 MB Practice 3:30-7PM (celebrate the juniors)
10/21 MB Practice 3:30-7PM (celebrate the sophomores)
10/22 MB Practice 3:30-7PM (celebrate the freshmen)
10/23 MB Practice 3:30-5:30PM; Load the truck; Section Activities; Candlelight 7:00PM (Students only) Please plan to pick up students at 8:00PM so they can get home and get to sleep.
10/24 CBA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS (CALL 6AM/Itinerary will be posted to the Band Calendar date by 8:00AM Monday October 19, 2026)
Last chance before state for uniform alterations!
This week the uniform team will be going through all uniforms to make sure they are ready for state. This is your last chance to have us make any alterations with the uniform. If you have an issues with your pants length, shako strap, gloves, etc. please email with the students name and issue, and we will work to have it fixed prior to Saturday.
Pit Crew Volunteers Still Needed for State!!
A handful of helpers are still needed for pushing pit instruments and props onto and off of the field this coming Saturday.
We’ve got a few regular volunteers that are senior parents and are taking this last opportunity to watch their seniors compete at state, so we are in need of some extra help for the Semi-Finals and Finals performance. The call time has been updated in SignUp Genius to 9:15 at the North Parking Lot of Falcon Stadium. The following is the link to the sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084FAEA922A1FA7-64887396-2026#
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Cody Schulte at . Thanks in advance for your time and effort in making these last state performance memorable ones!
CBA State Marching Band Championships Update
Congratulations to our band on qualifying for the 2026 CBA State High School Marching Band Championships at Falcon Stadium!
Action Items for Attending Families:
Complete Base Access Pre-Screening: All spectators ages 18+ must apply for a Visitor Pass using the Air Force Academy Base Access Application. Upon approval, you will receive a pass via text, which must be presented alongside a RealID at the gate.
Buy Tickets Online: Purchase tickets in advance via GoFan.com (search Colorado Bandmasters Association). Ensure tickets are loaded on your mobile device for entry. Tickets are sold individually per show (no Semi-Finals/Finals combo option).
Important Venue Policies & Information:
Cashless Venue: On-site ticket sales and stadium vendors/concessions are 100% cashless.
Clear Bag Policy: Falcon Stadium strictly enforces a clear bag policy for entry.
Spectator Entrance- the main entrance for the general public is through gate 3 at the south end of the stadium. This is also where the ticket booth is located.
Spectator Parking- Free parking! Spectators are asked to follow signage and park in Lot 1 on the south side. Lot 2 that has been used in the past is CLOSED, all parking will be in Lot 1 with the exception of handicap with mobility issues (use Lot 2). Lot 1 still provides direct access to Gate 3 and handicap parking. Handicapped parking is available as marked on the map.
Handicap Parking- Handicap parking is located in Lot 1 directly south of the scoreboard or in the paved area at the top of Lot 2. Volunteers will be operating a courtesy shuttle for guests needing further assistance to the stadium south entrance.
* If you have not been in contact with parents in your section for State week preparations, PLEASE email Carla ASAP! *
FROM THE FOOD TEAM
On Saturday, we will be providing breakfast (bagels, muffins and fruit) as we load the buses and dinner after the final performance (chicken sandwich, chips and brownie). Lunch will be at the Academy Hotel. Students are encouraged to bring backpack stable healthy snacks for the long day.
Thank you to all of the fans who purchased Divisi Sabers!
Show your support for red or green as the kids are taking the field, shine purple when it’s over! Don’t miss the show worrying about having the right color at the right time! Please be conscious of people around you and be respectful of everyone. The sabers looked amazing from the field!
FUNDRAISING
Remember to register for our Butter Braid and wreath fundraisers. All orders will close on 10/30. Butter Braid delivery is scheduled for November 18th. Local wreath orders will arrive BEFORE Thanksgiving. If you have family and friends that are not local there is a direct delivery option for wreaths and a place for donations in the butter braid store. All earnings will go directly towards your FRG.