Marching Orders

August 3, 2018

Auditions for a new season begin, with fresh hopefuls and returning vets all vying for spots on the Sophisticat flag corp and 14K dance team.

August 3, 2018

14K and the Sophisticats pick new members -- and make some shocking cuts. Band camp heats up just weeks before the Wildcats' first performance.

August 3, 2018

Section leaders run field tests to determine which Wildcats will march. A lack of larger uniforms forces Mr. Wells to make a difficult decision.

August 3, 2018

After losing four freshmen, Sophisticat co-captain Daina tries to rally the rest of the squad. Newbie 14K dancer Tweet is told to tone up.

August 3, 2018

14K co-captain Ebonee cracks down on her dancers to get them ready. Mellophone section leader Markus wants to make his mother proud.

August 3, 2018

Tension flares among the Sophisticats as Daina drills -- and disciplines -- the freshmen. The dance committee finalizes the band's field choreography.

August 3, 2018

With just a week left before battle of the bands, Mr. Wells gives the Wildcats a dose of brutal honesty. An injury sidelines a freshman dancer.

August 3, 2018

In the wake of Mr. Wells’s critique, the drum majors push the band to turn it up. The Sophisticats aim for unity -- and a unified look.

August 3, 2018

The drum majors prep for battle by shaving their heads. Tweet works hard to pass inspection, and Markus shares disappointing news.

August 3, 2018

After a 12-hour road trip to Charlotte, the Wildcats check in to the hotel and rush to get performance-ready in spite of rain -- and ominous skies.

August 3, 2018

The Wildcats take their seats in the stadium, and the sky opens up in reply. But the fans still expect a stellar show.

August 3, 2018

With their stand set cut short by heavy rains, the Wildcats march onto the field for the main event. Can they pull off their best performance yet?