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The Stark County Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps just pulled off a perfect season, capping an undefeated run with a near-flawless world championship performance that earned one of only five scores of 99 in the sport's 54-year history. Their stunning victory in Indianapolis marks their third world title in a decade and cements their place among drum corps legends.
The Bluecoats drum and bugle corps delivered one of the highest-scoring performances in competitive marching history, capturing their third world title in a decade. Their 99.1 score places them among only five ensembles to ever break the 99-point barrier.
A Rancho Mirage High School junior landed the lead trumpet position in one of America's most competitive marching music programs. Andy Martinez is now fundraising to join the 2026 Gold Drum and Bugle Corps national tour.
