by Jeremy Williams
December 23, 2025
Building a strong marching band or color guard program takes more than reps—it takes culture. In this featured workshop clip, Joey Montes (MarchingByMontes) breaks down 10 Culture Anchors to help directors create consistency, clear expectations, and student ownership that lasts beyond one season.
Watch: 10 Culture Anchors
Want the full unlisted workshop replay? Email design@guardcloset.com (name + school/program + role).
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by Jeremy Williams
September 17, 2025
Nicole Younger’s design career includes BOA finalists, WGI medalists, and DCI corps. Explore her work at Round Rock, Tomball, Corbin, Monarch, and The Academy.
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August 18, 2025
Guard Closet welcomes Marching by Montes, the creative partnership of Joey Montes and Sara Shields, bringing drill design, choreography, and marching band show design.
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