The Nation Ford High School Marching Band captured top honors at the 2025 BandBEAT Marching Band Championship on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Catawba Ridge High School, sweeping the Class V division and the overall championship.
Nation Ford also earned caption awards for Best Visual Performance and Best Overall Effect, underscoring a complete performance package that set the ensemble apart from a strong regional field.
Final Standings
- Nation Ford HS — 88.5 (Class V Champion; Overall Champion)
- Mooresville HS — 84.9
- Fort Dorchester HS — 84.15
Saturday’s victory adds another marquee title to Nation Ford’s competitive season and highlights the band’s precision, musicality, and on-field design.
What’s Next
The Nation Ford band returns to competition at the Olde English Festival of Bands on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, at District 3 Stadium in Rock Hill, S.C.
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