Month: August 2021

ELLISVILLE – Motorcycles and ministry were not on the top of Jarrod and Cassidi Hankins’ minds until recently. About a month ago, the 2011 Jones College grads announced they were “moving for the ministry.” The 2008 (Jarrod) and 2009 (Cassidi), West Jones High School graduates and natives of Laurel, Mississippi, have decided to join the ministry full-time at the Christian Motorcyclists Association headquarters in Hatfield, Arkansas, August 16.

“About a year ago, we attended a Christian Motorcyclists Association rally in Hatfield, Arkansas. While there, we met the national evangelist for the area, John Ogden Jr., and his wife, Holly, the International Ambassador for CMA. They contacted us this spring about some job openings, and everything worked out. God took care of every obstacle we thought of like, housing, daycare, everything!” said Cassidi Hankins.

Amongst the concerns the couple had to consider included their two young boys, four-year-old Collin, and two-year-old Benton. Jarrod, a mechanic and classic car lover had just started working as the Assistant Manager of Sales and Production at Headrick Signs and Graphics, in May 2020, after leaving a seven-year career in sales at Southern Pipe and Supply in Laurel. Cassidi left her journalism career with WHLT-TV and the Laurel Leader Call six years ago to begin teaching at East Jones Elementary School. She was ready to leave her students either.

“It’s funny, our foundation at Jones for our careers has completely changed in different directions. I love teaching. I love every minute of teaching and the only way I’d leave the classroom is if God told me to,” said Cassidi. “Which He did so we’re following His lead.”

After God revealed his plans to the couple about a month ago, they started preparing for their new roles. Cassidi’s duties with CMA will include being the event coordinator for CMA’s national rallies and assisting the international ambassador. Her main job will consist of coordinating the Changing of the Colors Rally every year in October and any regional or national rallies, including a CMA International Rally, along with different, smaller events and rallies at the CMA’s campground, Iron Mountain.

Meanwhile, her husband, Jarrod will be heading up the CMA Motorcycle Repair Shop for local CMA riders and coordinating emergency road assistance and repairs for CMA members traveling in the area. Ironically, Cassidi admits now, none of this would have happened if Jarrod had not brought home a sports bike, on a whim.

“Nine years ago, I had no desire to ride a motorcycle, or even touch one,” said Cassidi. “However, a few months after we got married in 2013, Jarrod came home with this ‘crotch rocket’ and I thought he had lost his mind! We went riding after he learned how to ride, and it wasn’t so bad, especially after I told him he had to get a Harley Davidson! Now, I can’t imagine not riding,” said Cassidi.

As they looked for others to join them riding motorcycles, the couple was introduced to the Christian Motorcyclists Association in 2015. Immediately, Cassidi thought this would take up too much of their time but agreed to attend a monthly meeting.

“I was super skeptical. Once he convinced me to go, I met everybody in the local chapter in Laurel and they were like family, instantly. At the second meeting, Jarrod got ‘saved’ or gave his life to Christ and that changed everything!”

It wasn’t long before the couple immersed themselves in participating in the Blessing of the Bike Rallies, fundraising events, and traveling across the country. In fact, Jarrod served as CMA President (2018-2020) and Chaplin (2020-2021) while Cassidi has served as Secretary for four of the six years, they’ve been members of the local CMA Chapter, Freedom Riders. Their two young boys, even “ride” along, said Cassidi!

“Every Christian is called to minister in some capacity. Whether it’s to be a part of the church, another ministry organization like CMA, or in our daily lives. Being able to serve with people who are like family and then to be able to eventually see the fruits of our service is very rewarding,” said Cassidi.

The CMA’s goal is to tell every stranger we meet, you need Jesus. Cassidi explained, the group doesn’t just talk about Jesus, they show the “Jesus in us” as they work, picking up trash, cleaning bathrooms or giving out water.

“We’re not doing anything glamorous as we serve others at CMA and at “secular” events. We see people and they may be talking, spewing out cuss words. Then, they look at your patch and they realize who we are and who we represent, and they respect it, whether they are Christians or not, most of the time, they respect that,” said Mrs. Hankins.

Her respect for Jones College is also apparent. Both Jarrod and Cassidi keep in touch with their teachers and mentors at JC.

“Jones was an awesome experience for me. In high school, I was the quiet, shy girl. I literally grew up at Jones. This side of Heaven, the two most important decisions I tell people are, Know Jesus and Go to Jones!!!”

At Jones College, Jarrod Hankins earned his degree in Automotive Technology and Cassidi (Bush) was a Journalism major. After graduating from JC in 2011, they began dating while Cassidi continued her education at USM. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications in 2013, and they were married a week later.

ELLISVILLE – Jones College’s Maroon Typhoon Marching Band was able to get a little more “Styleish” in tune with this season’s show. The band was able to get photos in uniform for the first time in more than a year and were thrilled to be able to show off before the “Styleish” half-time show performances begin September 2, featuring the music of entertainment icons, Harry Styles and Billie Eilish.  For more information about Jones College or the Fine Arts Department, check out the website: https://www.jcjc.edu/

Band in Uniform Pictures 

Drum Majors: Pictured left to right are the 2021 Jones College Maroon Typhoon Marching Band Drum Majors, Emma Burge-Oak Grove, Genna Ramey-Washington County, AL, and Cambry Holifield of Laurel.

Feature Twirler: Kaia Taylor of Columbia is the Jones College Maroon Typhoon Marching Bands’ solo feature twirler this year.

Touch of Gold Dance Team: The 2021 Touch of Gold Dance Team at Jones College is pictured in the front row, left to right, Erin Buckley of Gallman, Madison Temple of Pearl and Abbey Dodd of Petal. Pictured in the middle row, left to right, is Ivana Bishop of Waynesboro, Mackenzie Drinkard of Lucedale and Meg Matthews of Raleigh. In the back row, pictured left to right is Analee Dumas of Laurel, Morgan Breland of Ellisville and Karlee Green of Laurel.

Colorguard group: The Jones College Maroon Typhoon Marching Bands’ Colorguard group consists of 23 members from throughout South Mississippi and Washington County, Alabama. Pictured in the front row, left to right are Captains, Lexi Millwood-Brandon, Emily Bingham-Petal, Anna Leigh Ragsdale-Mize, and Kaitlyn Little-Oak Grove. Pictured in the second row, left to right is Kaitlin Davis-Enterprise, Jessica Moudy-Richland, Gabriella Lopez-Flowood, Taylor Channell-Pearl, Nataley Evans-Ellisville, and Gabrielle Hankins-Laurel. Pictured in the third row, left to right is Anahi Chercoles-Forest, Doll Swindle-Waynesboro, Hannah Broadwater-Pearl, Sarah Adams-Ellisville, Lily Taylor-Pearl and Jade Peacock-Laurel. Pictured in the fourth row, left to right is Rebekah Brondum-Leakesville, Rachel Turner-New Augusta and Rebekah Sudduth-Pearl. Pictured in the fifth row, left to right is Kenaz Gaddis-Columbia, Alisha Hudson-Laurel and Mikel Whitehead-Columbia.

Colorguard, Touch of Gold, Drum Majors and Feature Twirler : Creating the visual aspect of the Maroon Typhoon Marching Band at Jones College is the colorguard, drum majors, feature twirler and the touch of gold dance team. Pictured in the front row, left to right is feature twirler, Kaia Taylor of Columbia; drum major, Cambry Holifield, Laurel; touch of gold members, Erin Buckley of Gallman; Madison Temple of Pearl; Abbey Dodd of Petal; and drum majors, Emma Burge of Oak Grove and Genna Ramey of Washington County, Alabama. Pictured in the second row, left to right are colorguard members, Anna Leigh Ragsdale-Mize and Lexi Millwood-Brandon; touch of gold members, Ivana Bishop of Waynesboro; Captain-Mackenzie Drinkard of Lucedale; Meg Matthews of Raleigh and colorguard members, Emily Bingham-Petal and Kaitlyn Little-Oak Grove. Pictured in the third row, left to right are colorguard members, Kaitlin Davis-Enterprise and Jessica Moudy-Richland; touch of gold members, Analee Dumas of Laurel; Captain-Morgan Breland of Ellisville and Karlee Green of Laurel; colorguard members Taylor Channel-Pearl and Nataley Evans-Ellisville. Pictured in the fourth row, left to right are colorguard members, Anahi Chercoles-Forest; Gabriella Lopez-Flowood; Doll Swindle-Waynesboro; Hannah Broadwater-Pearl; Sarah Adams-Ellisville; Lily Taylor-Pearl and Gabrielle Hankins-Laurel. Pictured in the fifth row, left to right are colorguard members, Rebekah Brondum-Leakesville; Rachel Turner-New Augusta; Rebekah Sudduth-Pearl and Jade Peacock-Laurel. Pictured in the last back row, left to right are colorguard members, and Kenaz Gaddis of Columbia; Alisha Hudson-Laurel and Mikel Whitehead-Columbia.

LARGE GROUP PICTURE OF THE MAROON TYPHOON MARCHING BAND

The 160-member Maroon Typhoon Marching Band consists of Jones College students who are majoring in a wide variety of subjects who enjoy sharing their musical talents and support the Bobcat Athletics at various sporting events. Pictured in the front row is the feature twirler, Kaia Taylor-Columbia. Next are the drum majors, Genna Ramey-Washington County, Alabama, Emma Burge-Oak Grove and Cambry Holifield-Laurel. In the third row are colorguard captains, Lexi Millwood-Brandon; Anna Leigh Ragsdale-Mize; touch of gold captains, Morgan Breland-Ellisville, and Mackenzie Drinkard-Lucedale with colorguard captains, Emily Bingham-Petal and Kaitlyn Little-Oak Grove. Pictured in the fourth row, left to right are colorguard members, Gabrielle Hankins-Laurel; Doll Swindle-Waynesboro with touch of gold dancers, Ivana Bishop-Waynesboro, Abbey Dodd-Petal and Meg Matthews-Raleigh; and colorguard members Taylor Channel-Pearl and Nataley Evans-Ellisville. Pictured in the fifth row are colorguard members, Kaitlin Davis-Enterprise; Gabriella Lopez-Flowood; Jessica Moudy-Richland with touch of gold members, Analee Dumas-Petal; Erin Buckley-Gallman; Madison Temple-Pearl and Karlee Green-Laurel with colorguard members, Lily Taylor-Pearl; Hannah Broadwater-Pearl; Anahi Chercoles-Forest and Jade Peacock-Laurel. In the sixth row, colorguard members are pictured left to right, Kenaz Gaddis-Columbia; Sarah Adams-Ellisville; Rebekah Brondum-Leakesville; Rachel Turner-New Augusta; Alisha Hudson-Laurel; Rebekah Sudduth-Pearl and Mikel Washington-Columbia.

Instrumental members of the band are pictured by section in random order, in rows seven through 14, beginning with flutes/woodwinds, brass and percussion. Jasmine Decker-Mendenhall; Abby Doiron-Mize; Sophia-Gordon-Seminary; Kelbi Herring-Laurel; Mackenzie Herrington-Laurel; Erica Kitchens-Ellisville; Eileen Ortega-Seminary; Kristlyn Parker-Seminary; Dixie Pinkerton-Quitman; Kambri Pippin-Laurel; Ines Rivera-Laurel; Aidan Slater-Laurel; Amy Thornton-Pearl; Kaylea   Yates-Ellisville; Jessica Long-Waynesboro; Kaitlyn Beasley-Waynesboro; Joshua Brown-Ellisville; Elda Cook-Ellisville; Madison Foxworth-Columbia; Heighlie Frias-Laurel; Victor Heath-  Petal; Tiera Hough Hattiesburg; Isabella Kittrell-Waynesboro; Sandra Massey-Stringer; Lorin Musgrove-Laurel; Madison Myers-Columbia; Katlyn Myrick-Laurel; Madilyn Pitts-Enterprise; Raveon Pruitt-Lane-Laurel; Lena Ruble-Petal; Dallas Trehern   -Mobile, AL; Rhiannon Williams-Laurel; Anthony Evans-Quitman; Brandon Murray-Laurel; Ethan Robertson-Columbia;  Vada Koepp-Columbia; Eboni McDonald-Laurel; Sydney Tisdale-Ellisville; Sara-Beth McKellar-Vicksburg; Jamie Anderson-Sumrall; Tony Ducksworth-Taylorsville; Samuel Burcaw-Petal; DJ (Daniel) Jackson-Hattiesburg; Tyler Broadway-Laurel; Emily Ford   -Clinton; Rachel Hawkins-Pearl; Luis Hernandez-Laurel; Summer Hughes-Mize;  Mary Elizabeth Kebodeaux-Fruitdale, AL; Cambrie McRee-Ellisville; Hunter Overstreet-Laurel; Angel (Luis) Salas-Petal; Summer Satcher-Enterprise; James (Noah) Schumann-Waynesboro; Kyyora Sidney-Laurel; Reagan Thornton-Laurel; Callie Tisdale-Richland; Trinity Williams-Brooklyn; Brandon Broome-Sumrall; Will Eaton-Oak Grove; Corbin Hollifield-Laurel; Marquez Hundley-Waynesboro; Laurel (Tootie) Hunt-Wiggins; John Scott-Oak Grove; Laniyah Barnes-Laurel; Jarrett Darden-Seminary; Miyalexis Douglas-Pearl; TJ May-Mendenhall; Logan Walker-  Waynesboro; Tanner Hubbard-Gautier; Ronald (R.J.) Hughes-Laurel; Daylen Hux-Mize; Travis Kogutkiewicz-Waynesboro; Jaiquan Lyons-Moss Point; Cameron Pippen-Laurel; Xavier Porter-Laurel; William Purser-Oak Grove; Conner Smith-Mize; Jacob Moore-Kiln; Cameron Dewberry-Pearl; Colin Ingram-Pearl; Bonner Welch-Ellisville; Shakeeb Anderson-Quitman; Michael Arevalo-Pearl; Christian Branch-Washington County, AL; Logan Evans-Laurel; Stevonta (Stevo) Mayfield-Waynesboro; Andrew Suttle-Petal; Jeremy Corely-Enterprise; Jacob Dickerson-Mize; Zachary Gregore-Petal; Tyler Nunn-Petal; Michael DeCou-Gray, LA; Jordan Stianche-Petal; Chris Hartfield-Petal; Taikya Ducksworth-Taylorsville; Nicolas Barnes-Purvis; Tyler Cash-Ellisville; Abigail Garick-Laurel; Ema Hudson-Laurel;  Savannah Satcher-Enterprise; Sarah Adams-Ellisville; Emily Bingham-Petal; Hanna Broadwater-Pearl; Rebekah Brondum-Leakesville; Taylor Channell-Pearl; Anahi Chercoles-Forest; Kaitlin Davis-Enterprise; Nataley Evans-Ellisville; Kenaz (Adonijah) Gaddis-Columbia; Gabrielle Hankins-Laurel; Alisha Hudson-Laurel; Kaitlyn Little-Oak Grove; Gabriella Lopez-Flowood; Lexi Millwood- Brandon; Jessica Moudy-Richland; Jade Peacock-Laurel; Anna Leigh Ragsdale-Mize; Rebekah Sudduth-Pearl; Christian (Doll) Swindle-Waynesboro; Lily Taylor-Pearl; Rachel Turner-New Augusta; Isabelle (Belle) Walters-Laurel; Mikel (Dalton) Whitehead-Columbia; Pictured left to right in the last two rows are band managers, in random order, Rachel Carlino-Waynesboro; Tyler Dunn-Waynesboro; Jordan Evans- Leakesville; Garrett Griffin-Morton; Emma Hampton-Petal; Alex Lee-Ellisville; Sydnee Mabe-Petal; Marcus Nixon-Laurel; Hailey Reaves-Laurel and Makaila Valentine-Leakesville.

ELLISVILLE – The first day of the fall semester Monday, August 23, seemed to be more “normal” according to students and administrators at Jones College. After a year of virtual and/or hybrid classes, students are meeting in person while wearing masks and trying to physically distance themselves.

“The campus feels alive today with activity and excitement! We are thrilled to be able to welcome students back to class in a traditional setting and we are offering some of the more ‘normal’ activities we all have missed,” said Dr. Finee’ Ruffin, Jones College Executive Vice President, Chief Enrollment Management, Information Technology and Marketing Officer.

With everyone back on campus, finding a parking spot was challenging, as usual. Freshmen students like Ariyonne Varra of Lake, and Kenaz Gaddis of Columbia were actively searching for their next classes and dodging cars as they traveled across campus.

“It’s going really well today,” said Varra a nursing major. “There’s a nice vibe here and everyone has been so helpful.”

As a member of the colorguard in the Maroon Typhoon Marching Band, Gaddis added, “Everybody has been very friendly. I’m really looking forward to the first performance for the band and pep rally next week during ‘Meet the Bobcats.’”

Especially happy to be living on campus are freshmen, Amberlyn Holifield of Leakesville, and Lily Hendrix of Sumrall. They said being at Jones College this semester has been refreshing.

“I love living on campus because it is so easy to meet people, especially after last year with everything being virtual,” said Hendrix who is majoring in elementary education.

Holifield said she likes living on campus for the convenience. “Besides meeting a lot of people, it’s easier to get to classes, and I don’t have to wake up as early!”

As a dual-enrolled student last year, freshmen, Danielle Fenton of Laurel said she is excited to be able to take traditional classes at Jones College this fall.

“I didn’t mind virtual classes too much; it was actually easier to ‘go to’ class when it fit my schedule. However, I missed the social aspects of college. I am hopeful this year will be much better than last year.”

For more information about Jones College check out the website: https://www.jcjc.edu/

 

 

 

ELLISVILLE –The Jones College Maroon Typhoon Marching Band has been led by some incredible directors over its 90-year history. However, only one band director, Jeff Brown has served just three years longer than Touch of Gold Dance Team Choreographer, Lora Davis. The Jones College 1989 graduate was a member of the Touch of Gold Team before making dance her career for more than 30 years. As choreographer for the dancers, Davis has traveled across the country with the band ensuring her team dazzles the crowd with their routines.

“Reflecting on all the band camps over the last 30 years, the big trips to perform in parades in Chicago, Dallas, New York City and Washington D.C., I have fond memories of the students, their families and the chaperones who have helped over the years. I particularly remember, Willie and Joyce Rigdon, who recently passed. They were a precious couple who poured into students for decades, including me,” said Davis.

The accomplished dancer/choreographer opened her Dance Arts Studio in Ellisville, in 1992. Many of the Touch of Gold dancers consider the studio a second home as they learn routines and perfect skills.

“I appreciate the opportunity to continue to be able to do what I love and offer scholarship opportunities for JC dance students,” said Davis. “I was in their shoes here at Jones and I was able to choreograph some as a student. This college is really a special place and I’m grateful to still be able to share my talent and love for dance with the next generation of ladies.”

JC sophomore Morgan Breland is especially happy to be able to continue her relationship with Davis who could be called the “Dancing Queen.” Spanning nearly four decades, Davis has been inspiring dancers like Breland who said she began her love for dance at Lora Davis’s studio in Ellisville, 14 years ago. The Ellisville resident said she is especially excited to continue dancing for the former Saintsation and Breland’s South Jones High School Bravette choreographer for one more year.

“Over the years, Lora has been a role model for me, as well as thousands of others. It has been a joy to continue to have her in my life at Jones College. She sets high standards for Touch of Gold and spends a lot of time working with the team. I am looking forward to making memories and performing with the best band with the best directors around, JC Maroon Typhoon!” said Breland.

Especially happy to have Davis on the staff of the Maroon Typhoon Marching Band is the Director of Bands, Dr. Ben Burge.

“Lora is a musician, specifically she plays piano. I can give her the drill and music and she knows how to interpret the songs, how to count the routine off and she enhances the overall show with her dancers. I don’t think everyone understands how unique it is to have a dance teacher who knows how to read music and who can read drill instructions. Most schools and colleges have a faculty member who may have some knowledge of dance. Lora is a lady with many talents and we’re especially grateful to have her on our team!” said Burge.

The Maroon Typhoon’s “Styleish” show will be performed during pre-game and half-time at all JC home football games.

ELLISVILLE – Jones College’s 2021-22 Maroon Typhoon Marching Band is ready to blow fans away with a “Styleish” show this fall. Being fortunate to finish a week of band camp after having it canceled last year, the approximately 160 members endured the Mississippi heat fine-tuning their technical and marching skills. Director of Bands, Dr. Ben Burge is thrilled with the group’s accomplishments after an intense week of drills.

“This group of resilient, young people has been a joy to work with during Band Camp,” said Burge. “COVID-19 has impacted them in so many ways. I am glad we were able to get through this very important week of training with almost everyone! I am hopeful we will be able to continue to provide a wonderful college experience for them at Jones. They have already proven to be very flexible and very hardworking. I am looking forward to showing the Jones family what they can do!”

Sophomore Morgan Breland of Ellisville is especially happy to be able to participate in Band Camp this year. The South Jones High School graduate enjoyed her time on the Bravette dance team and was looking forward to coming to Jones College her freshman year before everything was canceled. This year, she almost missed out again because the COVID-19 virus kept her isolated just before Band Camp.

“Although COVID-19 guidelines have strongly impacted our normal activities, we have made the best of the situation. I recently battled COVID-19 myself and have worked hard to get my body prepared for our recent Band Camp. Although the days were hot and tiring, we were all proud to be back at Jones College. It takes all of us giving 100%,” said Breland.

Realizing many students did not get to complete their high school band experience and have missed out on so many normal and traditional experiences because of COVID-19, Burge said band members are grateful for the opportunity to perform again.

“They have missed out on so many normal and traditional experiences because of COVID-19. With the protocols in place at Jones College, I am hopeful COVID-19 won’t interrupt our performances this fall,” said Burge.

This year’s “Styleish” half-time show features the music of entertainment icons Harry Styles and Billie Eilish. The show begins with, “No Time to Die” from the 007 blockbuster movie by the same name. The nine-member Touch of Gold dance team will be featured in “Golden” by Harry Styles and again in the pregame show to the 1968 chart-topper, “Bend Me Shape Me” by the American Breed. The Percussion section and the weapon line are highlighted in, “You Should See Me in a Crown.” The show ends with the One Direction hit, “Steal my Girl” and “Bad Guy.”

JC Sophomore, Emma Burge of Oak Grove will lead the band as Drum Major, joined by sophomore Genna Ramey of Leroy, Alabama and freshman, Cambry Holiefield of Laurel-Northeast Jones. Also guiding the Maroon Typhoon in her eighth season is Assistant Director of Bands and flute instructor, Dr. Lindsey Keay, with percussion instructor, Dr. Josh Frans in his third year, and woodwinds instructor, Michelle Graham beginning her fourth season at Jones. Joining the staff as brass instructor, is former Marine Band member, Caleb Owenby. Lora Davis, the Touch of Gold choreographer/advisor, and 1989 Jones alumna, returns for her 30th season.

“I appreciate the opportunity to continue to be able to do what I love and offer scholarship opportunities for dance students,” said Davis. “Reflecting on all the band camps over the years, the big trips to perform in parades in Chicago, Dallas, New York City and Washington D.C., I have fond memories of the students, their families and the chaperones who have helped over the years. I particularly remember, Willie and Joyce Rigdon, who recently passed. They were a precious couple who poured into students for decades, including me.”

Breland said she began her love for dancing at Lora Davis’s dance studio in Ellisville, 14 years ago. The sophomore said she is especially excited to continue dancing for the former Saintsation and South Jones High School Bravette choreographer for one more year.

“Over the years, Lora has been a role model for me, as well as thousands of others. It has been a joy to continue to have her in my life at Jones College. She sets high standards for Touch of Gold and spends a lot of time working with the team. I am looking forward to making memories and performing with the best band with the best directors around, JC Maroon Typhoon!” said Breland.

Upcoming performances of the Maroon Typhoon include the “Meet the Bobcats” pep rally on Thursday, August 26, at 6 p.m. in Bobcat Stadium/Sim Cooley Field. The Bobcats will go up against Northeast CC in the first home football game on Thursday, September 2, at 7 p.m. A week later, on September 9, Jones will face Northwest CC and on September 30, Jones will square off against Hinds CC. Appearances in October include Homecoming on Saturday, October 9, at 2 p.m. when the Bobcats meet the Southwest CC Bears. The last home football game is between Gulf Coast CC on Thursday, October 21, at 7 p.m. For more information about the Jones College Fine Arts Department, contact 601-477-4203. For more information about the Maroon Typhoon, contact Dr. Ben Burge at 601-477-4095 or by email at ben.burge@jcjc.edu or the Jones College website: http://www.jcjc.edu

MAROON TYPHOON MARCHING BAND 2021 by County

Name                        High School                             County           Instrument

Madilyn Pitts      Enterprise High School     Clarke             Clarinet

Summer Satcher      Enterprise High School  Clarke        Trumpet

Shakeeb Anderson  Quitman High School    Clarke           Snare

Anthony Evans    Quitman High School           Clarke   Alto sax

Dixie Pinkerton     Quitman High School          Clarke    Flute

Jeremy Corley      Enterprise High School      Clarke         Tenors

Kaitlin Davis          Enterprise High School       Clarke      Colorguard

Savannah Satcher    Enterprise High School   Clarke     Percussion

Jarrett Darden   Seminary Attendance Center  Covington    Euphonium

Sophia Gordon         Seminary High School      Covington        Flute

Eileen Ortega         Seminary High School       Covington           Flute

Kristlyn Parker  Seminary Attendance Center    Covington       Flute

Trinity Williams        Forrest County AHS                  Forrest     Trumpet

Tiera Hough               Hattiesburg High School         Forrest             Clarinet

DJ (Daniel) Jackson    Hattiesburg High School      Forrest              Horn

Emily Bingham            Petal High School   Forrest   Colorguard

Samuel Burcaw           Petal High School   Forrest               Horn

Abbey Dodd                  Petal High School   Forrest              Dancer

Analee Dumas           Petal High School         Forrest          Dancer

Emma Hampton         Petal High School    Forrest             Manager

Chris Hartfield            Petal High School       Forrest            Front ensemble

Victor Heath               Petal High School    Forrest             Clarinet

Zachary Gregore       Petal High School   Forrest             Tenors

Sydnee Mabe             Petal High School        Forrest             Manager

Tyler Nunn                    Petal High School    Forrest             Tenors

Lena Ruble                     Petal High School     Forrest             Clarinet

Angel (Luis) Salas        Petal High School   Forrest            Trumpet

Jordan Stianche          Petal High School   Forrest      Front Ensemble

Andrew Suttle                Petal High School    Forrest          Snare

Mackenzie Drinkard   George County High School  George     Dancer

Rebekah Brondum  Greene County High School    Greene   Colorguard

Jordan Evans    Greene County High School  Greene    Manager

Makaila Valentine     Greene County High School  Greene Manager

Jacob Moore    Hancock High School      Hancock    Bass Drum 2

Emily Ford     Clinton High School        Hinds     Trumpet

Tanner Hubbard    Gautier High School  Jackson   Tuba

Jaiquan Lyons   Moss Point High School    Jackson   Tuba

Sandra Massey   Stringer Attendance Center   Jasper Clarinet

Xavier Porter   Laurel High School      Jones   Tuba

Tyler Broadway   Northeast Jones High School    Jones   Trumpet

Logan Evans Northeast Jones High School  Jones    Snare

Gabrielle Hankins Northeast Jones High School    Jones   Colorguard

Luis Hernandez    Northeast Jones High School  Jones   Trumpet

Cambry Holifield   Northeast Jones High School  Jones  Drum Major

Alisha Hudson  Northeast Jones High School   Jones   Colorguard

Ema Hudson  Northeast Jones High School    Jones   Percussion

Raveon Pruitt-Lane  Northeast Jones High School   Jones  Clarinet

Brandon Murray  Northeast Jones High School   Jones   Alto sax

Katlyn Myrick    Northeast Jones High School    Jones   Clarinet

Jade Peacock   Northeast Jones High School    Jones    Colorguard

Cameron Pippen   Northeast Jones High School   Jones   Tuba

Kambri Pippin  Northeast Jones High School  Jones   Flute

Hailey Reaves  Northeast Jones High School  Jones   Manager

Kyyora Sidney   Northeast Jones High School  Jones   Trumpet

Reagan Thornton  Northeast Jones High School  Jones  Trumpet

Sarah Adams     South Jones High School  Jones  Colorguard

Laniyah Barnes South Jones High School    Jones   Euphonium

Morgan Breland    South Jones High School    Jones  Dancer

Joshua Brown     South Jones High School  Jones   Clarinet

Tyler Cash       South Jones High School    Jones   Percussion

Elda Cook   South Jones High School         Jones Clarinet

Nataley Evans      South Jones High School          Jones   Colorguard

Alex Lee      South Jones High School          Jones   Manager

Cambrie McRee    South Jones High School      Jones  Trumpet

Erica Kitchens     South Jones High School         Jones  Flute

Sydney Tisdale    South Jones High School   Jones  Saxophone

Bonner Welch        South Jones High School      Jones   Bass Drum 5

Kaylea Yates      South Jones High School   Jones    Flute

Heighlie Frias   West Jones High School       Jones   Clarinet

Karlee  Green     West Jones High School         Jones   Dancer

Kelbi Herring        West Jones High School      Jones     Flute

Mackenzie Herrington    West Jones High School    Jones   Flute

Corbin Hollifield     West Jones High School     Jones     Trombone

Ronald (R.J.) Hughes      West Jones High School       Jones   Tuba

Abigail Garick      West Jones High School         Jones   Percussion

Eboni McDonald   West Jones High School        Jones    Saxophone

Lorin Musgrove     West Jones High School         Jones    Clarinet

Marcus Nixon  West Jones High School        Jones   Manager

Hunter Overstreet      West Jones High School   Jones  Trumpet

Ines Rivera   West Jones High School         Jones  Flute

Aidan Slater West Jones High School    Jones   Flute

Isabelle (Belle) Walters   West Jones High School    Jones    Colorguard

Rhiannon Williams   West Jones High School    Jones     Clarinet

Emma Burge Oak Grove High School     Lamar     Drum Major

Will Eaton   Oak Grove High School     Lamar  Trombone

Kaitlyn Little     Oak Grove High School    Lamar   Colorguard

John Scott    Oak Grove High School  Lamar Trombone

William Purser Oak Grove High School   Lamar Tuba

Nicolas Barnes   Purvis High School     Lamar   Melodic Percussion

Jamie Anderson  Sumrall High School  Lamar  Tenor Sax

Brandon Broome    Sumrall High School     Lamar    Trombone

Erin Buckley       Copiah Academy      Lincoln    Dancer

Kenaz (Adonijah) Gaddis  West Marion High School    Marion Colorguard

Madison Foxworth        West Marion High School      Marion   Clarinet

Vada Koepp        West Marion High School      Marion  Saxophone

Ethan Robertson   West Marion High School     Marion Alto sax

Kaia Taylor      West Marion High School       Marion    Majorette

Mikel (Dalton) Whitehead     West Marion High School     Marion     Colorguard

Rachel Turner    Perry Central High School   Perry    Colorguard

Lexi Millwood    Brandon High School      Rankin    Colorguard

Gabriella Lopez  Northwest Rankin High School   Rankin  Colorguard

Taylor  Channell     Pearl High School  Rankin    Colorguard

Amy Thornton   Pearl High School       Rankin  Flute

Rachel Hawkins     Pearl High School       Rankin    Trumpet

Miyalexis Douglas  Pearl High School     Rankin   Euphonium

Cameron Dewberry     Pearl High School       Rankin   Bass Drum 3

Colin Ingram      Pearl High School            Rankin    Drum 4

Michael Arevalo    Pearl High School          Rankin   Snare

Hanna Broadwater    Pearl High School         Rankin   Colorguard

Jessica Moudy   Richland High School   Rankin  Colorguard

Callie Tisdale   Richland High School     Rankin   Trumpet

Rebekah Sudduth Pearl High School        Rankin Colorguard

Lily Taylor   Pearl High School            Rankin Colorguard

Madison Temple    Pearl High School        Rankin   Dancer

Garrett Griffin  Morton High School       Scott Manager

Anahi Chercoles  Forest High School       Scott  Colorguard

Jasmine Decker Mendenhall High School     Simpson Flute

TJ May     Mendenhall High School      Simpson  Euphonium

Jacob Dickerson    Mize Attendance Center     Smith Tenors

Abby Doiron  Mize Attendance Center      Smith   Flute

Summer Hughes     Mize Attendance Center      Smith  Trumpet

Daylen Hux     Mize Attendance Center   Smith   Tuba

Anna Leigh Ragsdale  Mize Attendance High School      Smith  Colorguard

Conner Smith  Mize Attendance Center   Smith   Bass Drum 1

Taikya Ducksworth   Taylorsville High School   Smith    Front Ensemble – Rack

Tony Ducksworth  Taylorsville High School    Smith    Tenor Saxophone

Meg Matthews  Raleigh High School    Smith    Dancer

Laurel (Tootie) Hunt   Stone High School    Stone       Trombone

Sara-Beth McKellar   Warren Central High School     Warren  Bari Saxophone

Ivana Bishop  Wayne Academy      Wayne   Dancer

Kaitlyn Beasley    Wayne County High School   Wayne  Clarinet

Rachel Carlino   Wayne County High School    Wayne     Manager

Tyler Dunn  Wayne County High School     Wayne Manager

Marquez Hundley     Wayne County High School     Wayne   Trombone

Isabella Kittrell  Wayne County High School     Wayne       Clarinet

Jessica Long  Wayne County High School    Wayne      Flute

Travis Kogutkiewicz   Wayne County High School      Wayne    Tuba

Stevonta (Stevo) Mayfield   Wayne County High School    Wayne   Snare

James (Noah) Schumann Wayne County High School  Wayne  Trumpet

Christian (Doll) Swindle Wayne County High School  Wayne   Colorguard

Logan Walker  Wayne County High School   Wayne   Euphonium

Out of State  

Dallas  Trehern  Mary G Montgomery High School     Mobile, AL Clarinet

Mary Elizabeth Kebodeaux Fruitdale HS-Washington County, AL  Trumpet

Virginia Ramey    Leroy High School Washington County, AL     Drum Major

Christian Branch   Leroy High School   Washington County, AL     Snare

Michael DeCou Covenant Christian Academy-Gray, LA      Front Ensemble