Guard Closet News & Updates
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10 Culture Anchors to build your 2026 Marching Arts Program (with Joey Montes)
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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.
Want the full unlisted workshop replay? Email design@guardcloset.com (name + school/program + role).
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Nicole Younger: From BOA Finalists to DCI Corps — A Designer’s Journey
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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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Kim Jones | Pennsauken’s “Let Them Eat Cake,” The Light & Downingtown West
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Kim’s foundation began as a performer herself — marching with Crossmen, Blue Devils, and Blackwatch — before moving into instruction and design. Across Archbishop Wood, Pennsauken, Downingtown West, and her independent ensembles, her shows are remembered for their creativity, strong performer training, and unforgettable visual impact.
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Exploring the Excitement of WGI Percussion: Interviews with 2025 Performers
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In this action-packed episode of the On A Water Break podcast, we dive deep into the world of WGI Percussion, featuring insightful interviews with some of the brightest talents and rising stars in the marching arts. From the challenges of maintaining top-tier performance standards to the personal stories of the field, this episode covers it all. If you’re a fan of Winter Guard International, drumlines, or marching percussion, this episode is a must-listen!
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Recruiting for Fall? Get a jump start!
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Let your current members recruit around the high school for you. I hung up flyers and gave information to my vets before clinics started. Some of this information was even announced at the beginning of their school day...
