Redwater Dragon Band Earns Fourth Place at State
The Redwater High School Dragon Band earned a fourth-place finish at the 2026 UIL Class 3A State Marching Band Championships on November 4 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, placing among the top 5 Class 3A marching bands in Texas.
The Redwater High School band’s achievement marks a proud moment for the students, their families and the Redwater community.
Redwater Dragon Band Advances to State Finals
Under the direction of Dillon Davis, Brandon Martindale, Matthew Kennan and Micah York, with Color Guard Coordinator Madison Beaird, the Dragon Band advanced through regional and area competitions to earn a place in the state championships. Following their preliminary-round performance, the band secured a spot in the State Finals, where they presented their competitive production, The Grid, alongside the top 10 bands in the classification.
A Proud Moment for the Redwater Community
“Our Dragon Band represented our schools and community at the highest level this week, and we couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishment,” Superintendent Dr. Kelly Burns said.
“This achievement reflects countless hours of hard work, dedication and teamwork by our students, directors, and parent volunteers. Their commitment to excellence and the pride they bring to the Dragon Kingdom are something our entire community can celebrate.”
