WGI Regional Competition | Anjeanette Photography Senior Anthem, Peoria, North Phoenix Arizona
As I write this blog, it was sadly just announced that due to precaution due to the coronavirus, WGI had to make the difficult decision not to hold World Championships this year. The Dayton Ohio competition is one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, many of the performers are also members of Drum Corp International. It is understandable that Winter Guard International wants to make sure to protect the students and dancers by keeping them safe and following CDC guidelines, its still heartbreaking for everyone who has worked so hard and raised so much money to be on teams, especially high school seniors and age out members in their final year of competition. I have read the WGI is considering extending the age by a year - so that next year is still open for those ending their Winterguard season so abruptly. Have faith, I know the organization is heartbroken too as the plan years in advance to have the convention center and host areas planned and organized, they prioritized the safety of everyone's over a lucrative season. Watching everyone perform is an amazing experience, from seeing new young guard kids tossing their first flag to the precision and mastery of sabers tossed 15 feet overhead while executing a perfect Grand Jete! My daughter and I were remarking on how GOOD everyone was this season, it was like everyone had leveled up significant;y. I am heartbroken for you all on such a short season- and excited for how you will overcome this disappointment to thrive and shine in the years to come in winterguard or beyond.
