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The Clovis High School marching band won its tenth consecutive state championship in competition Oct.15 at the 44th Zia Marching Fiesta at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque.
The win also marked the Wildcat band’s 20th state championship overall.
According to a news release from Clovis Municipal Schools, the finals competition was cancelled due to inclement weather and the Wildcat band was awarded Grand Champion based on preliminary competition scores.
Saturday’s event marks the end of the Wildcat band’s competitive marching season.
The Clovis High School Marching Band is under the direction of Bill Allred assisted by Anthony Gonzales, Juan De Leon, Dustyn Crane, Brandon Rowe, Jenny Flores, Michealla Bailey along with colorguard instructors Alyssa Glaze and Belen Becerra.