York Cougar Bands Earn Silver Medal at 4A State Marching Band Championship

The York Cougar Bands finished second in the state at the SCBDA 4A championship in Blythewood.

Based on a release from York School District One.

The York Cougar Bands earned Silver Medalist honors at the 2026 South Carolina Band Directors Association 4A State Marching Band Championship in Blythewood, finishing among the top marching bands in the state, according to York School District One.

The district said the result reflects months of preparation by student musicians and staff, including early morning rehearsals, Friday night performances and competition days throughout the season.

York School District One credited the band’s directors, instructors, families and supporters for their role in the program’s season.

Source: York School District One original release.

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Thomas Hyslip