The 2008 season marks the 51st
consecutive competitive season of the MidWest Color Guard Circuit. It is
well-known as one of the oldest and most successful circuits in the
world. Over 7 World Championship Units and many other medalist and finalist
competitors have called the MidWest Circuit their home. We have had units from
many states over the years including Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan and
Iowa.
Our circuit is well-known for the closeness of its members. By the end of
each season, many guard members have made friendships with members in other
guards and it is normal to even see guards who compete against each other
helping each other out with props or tarps. Our directors all know each
other and the climate of the competitions is very comfortable and nurturing
while still being competitive. Since our circuit allows performers of all
ages to compete, we often have the unique opportunity to see a performer start
out in their first guard, then move on to their high school guard and then on to
an independent guard and even senior guard in some cases! The MidWest
Circuit is one of the few circuits where you can see performers grow and develop
over many years.
The MidWest Circuit aligns itself very closely with Winter Guard International (WGI).
Our by-laws and show format are based on WGI and we try as often as possible to
secure WGI judges for our shows. Many of our member units also compete in
WGI and possibly also their own state circuit as well as the MidWest
Circuit. This gives units a chance to be seen more often by WGI judges and
by bigger audiences as well.
The MidWest Circuit has 3 meetings per year: one in September, one during
the Championship weekend and one usually in early May. These meetings are
open to all circuit members as well as the public and any unit that is a circuit
member in good standing is eligible to vote on any items put to a vote at each
meeting.
If you have any other questions regarding the MidWest Color Guard Circuit,
please feel free to email Howie Mogil, our current President at vhmogil@rcn.com
Click here to review the bylaws of the MidWest Color Guard
Circuit.
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