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Fall 2002 Page 1 www.scvanguard.org Volume 35, Number 3 Published by the Santa Clara Vanguard Booster Club Wow. What a fabulous year for SCV and what a spectacular way to celebrate our 35th Anniversary! [It was a special treat to meet and greet alumni who marched with my children – Romie Evans] To all the members of the Vanguard and Vanguard Cadets, and especially the Alumni Corps, our most heartfelt congratulations for your outstanding performances at DCI Finals in Madison. Your presence on the field and display of "Santa Clara" style to all those in attendance will be remembered for years to come. All three corps exhibited a tremendous amount of pride, dignity, respect, and true sportsmanship both on and off the field. We thank each and every one of you for all the hard work, dedication, commitment and sacrifice you made to the Santa Clara Vanguard Organization this year. For a drum and bugle corps to have three performing units at DCI Championships, was truly a "once in a lifetime" experience. To Rick Valenzuela, congratulations for receiving the Director of the Year award! To George Brown, our deepest appreciation for everything you do for the Vanguard Cadets and our organization. To all the parents, who helped throughout the season and especially to Mike Freitas, who undertook the job of chief “cook and bottle washer” for the Vanguard Cadets, a very heartfelt thanks to you all. To all the volunteers, we recognize and thank you for your hard work in support of our youngsters and the demands of the season and tour. A special recognition to our office staff, instructional staff, support staff and drivers, YOU are the ones who make this happen. Thank you and our sincere appreciation for everything you do. A Message From the Booster President & the Board Chairman Romie Evans, Booster Club President & Jerry Marsalli, Board of Directors Chairman Congratulations and Thank You to Everyone who Participated In and Helped Make the 2002 Season a Great Success! The Vanguard Cadets performing at the Division II/III Finals in Madison, WI PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON The Vanguard at the conclusion of their final performance in Madison, WI The Vanguardian

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Fall 2002

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Volume 35, Number 3 Published by the Santa Clara Vanguard Booster Club

Wow. What a fabulous year for SCV and what a spectacular way to celebrate our 35th Anniversary! [It was a special treat to

meet and greet alumni who marched with my children – Romie Evans]

To all the members of the Vanguard and Vanguard Cadets, and especially the Alumni Corps, our most heartfelt

congratulations for your outstanding performances at DCI Finals in Madison. Your presence on the field and display of "Santa

Clara" style to all those in attendance will be remembered for years to come. All three corps exhibited a tremendous amount of

pride, dignity, respect, and true sportsmanship both on and off the field. We thank each and every one of you for all the hard

work, dedication, commitment and sacrifice you made to the Santa Clara Vanguard Organization this year. For a drum and

bugle corps to have three performing units at DCI Championships, was truly a "once in a lifetime" experience.

To Rick Valenzuela, congratulations for receiving the Director of the Year award!

To George Brown, our deepest appreciation for everything you do for the

Vanguard Cadets and our organization.

To all the parents, who helped throughout the season and especially to Mike

Freitas, who undertook the job of chief “cook and bottle washer” for the Vanguard

Cadets, a very heartfelt thanks to you all.

To all the volunteers, we recognize and thank you for your hard work in support

of our youngsters and the demands of the season and tour.

A special recognition to our office staff, instructional staff, support staff and

drivers, YOU are the ones who make this happen. Thank you and our sincere

appreciation for everything you do.

A Message From the Booster President & the Board ChairmanRomie Evans, Booster Club President & Jerry Marsalli, Board of Directors Chairman

Congratulations and Thank You to Everyone who Participated Inand Helped Make the 2002 Season a Great Success!

The Vanguard Cadets performing at the Division II/IIIFinals in Madison, WI

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

The Vanguard at the conclusion of their finalperformance in Madison, WI

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2002 Santa Clara VanguardDirectory

When you see the eagle icon in the Vanguardian,

surf to our website for more information, article

continuations, and up to date information. It's only a short

click away at www.scvanguard.org.

R E M I N D E R

Upcoming ElectionsBooster Club elections are coming up...

On November 6th, Sustaining Booster Club members will

have the opportunity to vote for officers for 2003. All Booster

Club positions (President, Vice President, and Treasurer) are

up for election as well as 2 Board seats.

In order to vote you must have been a Sustaining member

for at least 3 months prior to the election (on or before August

1st). To run for a position, you must have been a Sustaining

member for at least 7 months prior to the election (on or before

April 1st).

More details will be presented at the Booster Club meeting

on October 9th. If you would like to confirm your membership

status, please contact the office at (408) 727-5532.

Please come down and help support the organization.

To sign up, please contact Maya Bonte-Salvucci at

1-888-640-1086

B I N G O V O L U N T E E R S N E E D E D

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

A Corps guard members Jen, Julianne, and Tara cheering on theVanguard Cadets at the Division II/II Finals

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From the Souvie WagonJo Blatcher, Merchandise

Well Hello SCV Family!

We are home safe and sound and still have many memories

dancing in our heads. The tour was long and often hot but all

the good words and wishes from the fans made the trip

worthwhile.

The highlight of the season was of course the great Finals

performances by both the Vanguard and Vanguard Cadets, as

well as our great Alumni Corps. The highlight for Souvies was

winning Best Souvie Booth. We were awarded a Gold Medal

and $100.00 from Dan Acheson and DCI...Thanks to Bob

Amaya for helping with the decorations. If you were not at Finals,

you missed Surfin' with SCV.

Our next selling venue will be at the

banquets for both corps. If you did not get your

favorite t-shirt or trinket, this may be your last opportunity to

do so. Also check out the website – we’ve updated it and added

the 2002 merchandise so you can buy online. Thanks to all for

stopping by to just say hello or do your summer shopping. You

are great SCV!!!!

Happy Trails,

SCV Souvie Crew

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

The "Best Souvie Booth" at DCI Championships

A new CD being offeredfeaturing performances by the

Vanguard from 1999 - 2001 andthe Vanguard Cadets Divison II

Championship performancefrom 2000 is now available.

Pick it up online at www.scvanguard.org

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T I C K E T I N F O R M A T I O N

Congratulations 2002 Individual & Ensemble Participants

Mitsuo Nakamura, French Horn Solo Champion, performing at the Showcase of Champions during Division II/III FinalsPHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

Flint Weed - 1st Place

Bryan Raya - 7th Place

Luis Saldana - 9th Place

Baritone

Jeff Hassler - 3rd Place

Contrabass

Mitsuo Nakamura - 1st Place

French Horn

Freddie Smith - 7th Place

Brian Sears - 15th Place

Keyboard

Brian Perez - 7th Place

Tony Nunez - 10th Place

Multi-Tenor

Dustin Schletzer - 4th Place

Snare

Bass Drum Ensemble - 5th Place

Brass Ensemble - 2nd Place

Cymbal Ensemble - 1st Place

Perucssion Ensemble - 1st Place

Ensembles

Congratulations & Thanks to the 2002 Age-Outs

Sarah Arriola

Anna Bechen

Chris Borwey

Ben Curnutt

Ashley Donaldson

Emily Fernandez

Jeff Hassler

Shogo Isobe

Jason Kneebone

Mitsuo Nakamura

Travis Onstott

Daniel Pracher

Bryan Raya

Wes Roberts

Eric Trejo

Kelly Bennett

Alicia Briggs

Jackie Burnett

Becky Castaneda

Sarah Hathaway

Christina Jarvis

Carmen Ortega

Suko Quan

Nathaniel Bourg

Nick Braasch

David Fasenmyer

Shekhar Khedekar

Aimee Lallana

Kohei Mizushima

Tony Nunez

Mike Sargent

Kevin Shah

Travis Watson

Ryan Ahrens

Brian Driscoll

Daniel Gutierrez

Erin Hall

Julie Lemmon

Travis McNinch

Ryan Howe

Robert Rodwell

Lane Sanders

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Dan Vannatta, General Manager

General Manager’sReport

Looking back at all of the intensity and anxiety surrounding

our 35th anniversary season and the logistics of moving three

corps around the country (hoping everything would work without

problem), it is all now just a bittersweet memory. Knowing that

the season is finally over, the reality has set in.

Bus 3 is finally on its way home from Odessa, TX. We are

experiencing another new challenge as transporting a 40’ bus

on a flatbed trailer has many obstacles, some previously

unknown to us. We did find a new friend and driver in Jim Cooley

from Whirlwind Tours. Jim quickly became part of our driving

team and a member of the Vanguard family. Next time you see

Jim, ask him about his midnight call to me while he was on

tour...

Thanks also go out to Mike Brassfield who left the Vanguard

tour and flew home to drive SCV 6 for the Cadets. When Mike

left Santa Clara, we were experiencing a problem with the

running lights, so he could only drive during the daylight hours.

After finding a shop in the Midwest that finally solved the

problem, he was able to finish the tour without any more

problems, except the long drive home.

And how about Harry Morrow who drove the Cadet’s food

truck to the Midwest, throughout the tour and then home again,

by himself. Harry joined up the fleet for a while in Wyoming,

but then continued on his own. Except for an overheating

problem in Nevada, we believe the trip was uneventful.

Bruce lost his wallet in San Antonio with his

driver’s license in it. After it was resolved that he

could continue driving without it, he finished tour

without issue…until it came time to board the plane home. No

picture ID, no getting on an airplane. Bruce spent a good part

of his days off in Santa Clara, making arrangements so he

could get home.

Tim Anglim retired from Gallo in Modesto on Friday, July

5th. On Saturday July 6th he had his bags packed and joined

us for the remainder of tour. As he’d always wanted to do an

entire tour, the first chance he got, he took it.

Can’t forget Linda “Betty”, who broke her arm in a fall at

Camp Randall. It’s healing nicely and she is in physical therapy,

so she’ll be ready for audition camp in November.

Thanks to Brian Marsalli for fixing all those little annoying

problems that a 20-year-old fleet presents to us on a continuing

basis (even though you crawled into bed the night that SCV 3

went down).

Megan and John, the curtains are coming home. Oh, and

if someone ever finds the passenger side window of SCV 15

while driving though Nebraska, pick it up and bring it home.

To all the drivers this past summer thanks for keeping our

members and staff safe. Without your constant diligence in

keeping the safety of our kids first, we couldn’t do what we do.

For all the sleepless nights and lost days, for all the shows you

missed so you could sleep, those long night trips, sometimes

past the same scenery you saw just a few days before, THANK

YOU!

And thanks to the Wyoming Department of Transportation

for always having construction projects along I-80 and those

big orange barrels. One of these trips they will all be gone …

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The Vanguard hornline playing "Clowns" for the Cadets,Alumni, Boosters, Family and Friends after Finals.

The Vanguard during their Quarterfinals show

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Rick Valenzuela, Vanguard Director

VanguardDirector’s Report

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National Tour Mail Stops

Welcome to the Vanguard report. The summer has come

and gone! It’s amazing how time flies these days. Everyone is

so busy with their life responsibilities, we sometimes forget to

stop and watch the Corps.

Well, I hope you were able to see the 2002 edition of SCV

and the Vanguard Cadets. If you were lucky, you also saw the

2002 SCV Alumni Corps – either at Pacific Procession or at

Championships in Madison. It was simply awesome to see

THREE performing groups from the Santa Clara Vanguard

organization on the field during the week in Madison.

The SCV Cadets once again showed why they are the best

training ground to be in the Vanguard. Their performances all

week were outstanding! The Vanguard (A-Corps) was honored

to be in the stands to watch the Cadets’ finals performance

that was exciting, emotional and very entertaining! Way to go

Cadets!

The Alumni Corps should also be congratulated on a

spectacular performance in Madison. They took the field very

early in the evening on Saturday. The stands have never been

so crowded at that time of the night, as people are usually

making their way in. No one wanted to miss the performance

from the Alumni Corps. The Alumni definitely didn’t disappoint,

showing why the Santa Clara Vanguard has been one of the

most successful drum corps these past 35 years!

The Vanguard took the field Saturday night and put on their

best performance of the season. Each night during the

championship week, the corps was able to outdo their previous

performance. That was great to see. Saturday’s night

performance was the talk of the crowd as well as other corps’

-- a great way to end the 2002 summer!

Congratulations to all of the Individual and Ensemble

performers who found time during the summer to rehearse their

performances for I&E -- they were all well received! A special

congrats to I&E winners: Pit ensemble, Cymbal ensemble, Flint

Weed on Euphonium, and Mitsuo Nakamura on French Horn.

The 2002 summer had the corps traveling nearly every

night during the heat of the summer. The members handled

the travel very well. The support staff and drivers did an

awesome job making sure we got to our destinations safely,

and keeping them fed and energized. Thank you to the

instructional staff and support staff for your outstanding efforts

and hard work!

For our 2002 age-outs: I hope you stay involved with the

organization – become an active member of the Alumni

Association and help shape the future of SCV.

For the rest of you, it’s time to start getting ready for the

upcoming season! The Corps is already hard at work preparing

for a very successful 2003 -- you’ll want to be a part of it! Don’t

forget, you’ll need to make sure you finish your financial and

bingo requirements before auditions.

Auditions will be held during the Thanksgiving weekend

(November 29th – December 1st) at Mission College in Santa

Clara, CA. Stay tuned for further details as the time comes

closer. Make sure I have your correct email address so you

can get the info first! Also keep and eye on our website at

www.scvanguard.org!

Have a safe and fun fall season. See you soon!The Vanguard during their Final's performance in Madison, WI

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

Vanguard Soloist Daniel Pracher and the Cymbal line

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George Brown, Vanguard Cadets Director

Vanguard CadetsDirector’s Report

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Wow, another great drum corps season of wonderful and

exciting moments has come to a close. I am very proud of

everyone who was a part of the Vanguard Cadets season. I

am especially proud of the drive and desire of the corps

members and instructional staff who continuously developed

and refined this year’s show. It was also very impressive that

the corps members, parents and boosters worked together to

meet our financial milestones, along with fulfilling corps member

bingo obligations. Congratulations and thanks to everyone!

The Vanguard organization made another historical mark

in the Drum Corps International history books during

Championships Week in Madison, WI. With the Vanguard,

Vanguard Cadets and Vanguard Alumni Corps performing

during the DCI Championships week, SCV became the only

DCI finalist corps ever to have members from every year of

participation represented in Division I, II/III and Senior exhibition

group. I was very proud of the moments created by SCV

throughout the week. It was a shining example of what our

organization has provided for 35 years, an educational and

supportive environment for our youth, represented with the past

– Vanguard Alumni Corps and the future – Vanguard Cadets

and the Vanguard.

There were a lot of great moments and memories that were

shared throughout the summer season and I would like to share

some of them with you:

Local shows and our local fans cheering us

on; SJ City – new Astroturf (just like grass but

nice ’n’ soft); 150th City of Santa Clara July 4th standstill

performance by both corps and the fireworks that were right

above us at the end; PP-home show/home crowd – what a

large and exciting crowd; So. Cal #1, there and back in a

weekend; So. Cal #2 - there and back in a weekend; bye, bye

Trailer and Food Truck; there is our first DCI housing school,

see CADETS, page 11

with all vehicles there, but no showers at site-left after the corn

fields; our first show and we made the finals; the long bus ride

to Pennsylvania; a school with showers, yeah!; Rain, rain,

rain…; no-Aussies-in-the-rain show,-we had the highest score;

dinner with Capital Regiment -- thanks! Staff basics; No A/C in

the gym at Sun Prairie, WI; we have use of the kitchen in Sun

Prairie, WI and it has a walk-in freezer/fridge!; Pork chops,

yum; each section performing for each other – so that’s what

they do on the field when I’m…; Steak, yum; “If you Believe”;

the Vanguard cheering us on at Division II/III finals; Wow, a

whole lot of emotion and energy -- the best show performance

at the last show of the season; the tunnel circle -- the tears of

joy; the Division II/III corps member picnic - we won the bus

pushing contest with a record setting time; sharing a lunch

with the Alumni Corps; cheering on the Alumni Corps and the

Vanguard Division I Finals; being part of the Vanguard's final

playing of “Send in the Clowns” for the season at their housing

school; combined snack with all of SCV after Division I finals;

many good-byes for many friends.

This year’s success could not have been possible without

many parents, family, friends, alumni and boosters support.

We can all share in the success as everyone who pitched in to

sew, cook, clean, pack, volunteer for bingo, manage bingos,

run the booster office, paint, drive, etc. to help create an

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

The Vanguard Cadets performing in Madison, WI

The Vanguard Cadets Snareline

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"Children's Adventures in Movement" UpdateCarol Abohatab, Vanguard Dance Company

The summer program for Children’s Adventures in

Movement was a one-week workshop entitled ‘Peter & the

Wolf.’ For five consecutive days, three age groups met

separately to explore the classical soundtrack through non-

literal, interpretive movement.

We created a stage in the horn/guard room with two foam

core ‘wings’ so that the students could experience how to enter

and exit the performance space as real dancers do. On Friday,

the three groups were combined into one performance piece,

which lasted about 8 minutes. It was quite exciting.

All 25 performers did a fantastic job, and thirty-five people

showed up to watch! Stay tuned to the website for a video clip

of the performance. We are currently in our first full Fall 10-

week session, with new Ballet/Tap and Hip-Hop/Jazz classes,

as well as the creative dance classes that are normally offered.

It’s not too late to sign up for, or help out with the Winter

10-week session, which begins on January 18th and goes

through March 22nd. Please see the website for details or call

Carol at (408) 727-5534 ext 18.

Pacific Procession Wrap-UpJohn Flores, PP Chairman

The “Weekend Of Champions” Pacific Procession was a

HUGE success! Truly, an event to remember. For the first time,

the Blue Devils, SCV and DCI jointly produced the two shows

on July 6th and 7th. The collaborative proved to be a great

success, both financially and attendance wise. I’m extremely

proud of the cooperation demonstrated by BD and SCV to form

this union and to our Board for supporting the decision to create

the alliance. The result was two very high quality programs

that were enjoyed by the fans. A very special thanks to Dan

Acheson, DCI Chairman, and Kristy Holst, Ticket Manager

whose help and support during the various stages of production

proved to be a great help. The Pacific Procession “Weekend

Of Champions” lived up to it’s billing with fourteen very exciting

corps including DCI Champions representing the West and

Midwest: Blue Devils, Vanguard, Vanguard Cadets, Mandarins,

and Madison Scouts. Pacific Procession concluded with a very

special performance by the 35th Anniversary Alumni Corps,

including standing ovations throughout their performance. Even

the weather cooperated with sunset over the bay for all to see.

Pacific Procession was planned months in advance to

accommodate all the corps’s needs including the souvenir

booths that included first-time participation by the Mandarins,

Seattle Cascades and San Jose Music Theatre. The site was

complete with tents for vendors and support operations and

looked more like a regional show. There was great food too

including Gilroy HS Steak Sandwiches with lots of garlic!

Another great treat was provided by Peet’s Coffee, who

provided free coffee and tea for everyone. A big thanks goes

out to Cristi French (Alumni) for coordinating the Peet’s booth.

see PP, page 10

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

The Vanguard during the opener "Trivandrum" at Pacific Procession

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A l u m n iBill Gradwohl, Alumni Reporter

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The Alumni Association would like to

congratulate our Santa Clara Vanguard and

Vanguard Cadets for the accomplishments of a very

competitive season, and to SCV Director Rick

Valenzuela for the receiving the DCI “Director of

the Year” award.

The 2002 season was enjoyed by those who

were fortunate enough to have been able to participate. We

are grateful to everyone who made this year’s 35th Anniversary

Alumni Corps possible. The list is short but recognition must

go to these individuals who helped make it possible: Thank

you Scott Pierson, Rick South, Kathy Pearson, Sheri Aguilina,

Lisa Avila, Charlie Iwanaga, Ralph Hardimon, Tom Tolbert, Tom

Johnson, Dan Vannatta and the SCVAA steering committee.

Our memories of this season will be

legendary. The SCV Alumni Corps performances

at Pacific Procession and DCI Nationals in Madison this past

August will forever be in our hearts. While in Madison, the

Alumni Corps had the opportunity to perform for DCI’s 30th

Anniversary party at the Alliant Energy Center. The room was

enormous and so was the sound. When the SCVAC opened

the DCI Finals, the crowd was enchanted and in total

concentration while the horn and drum lines worked their magic.

Then the colorguard brought down the house. The SCVAC

colorguard defined the dedication and commitment of

Vanguard. For an encore, the Alumni Corps played “Send In

The Clowns”. The crowd of 25,000 fell silent. At the conclusion,

the cheers and applause were loud and genuine. When the

corps assembled off the field, there was a rush of emotion. It

was a moment in life that no one there will forget.

Upcoming events include the annual “Day at the Races”

on Sunday, October 27 which will be followed by the SCVAA

Steering committee election on Monday evening, October 28th,

at the Round Table Pizza parlor near the University of Santa

Clara, on The Alameda in Santa Clara. We will be electing 3

new steering committee members and encourage all alumni

to come out, enjoy some food and drink and elect the 2003

SCVAA Steering Committee.

The future of the Vanguard looks bright. The Alumni

Association is proud to be part of the Booster Club and welcome

the newest members of the SCVAA. As is tradition, the

membership fee is waived for the members of the 2002

Vanguard for SCVAA 2003. The Alumni Association meets the

last Monday of every month. Call the hot line for monthly

updates on what’s happening.The Alumni Corps performing in exhibition at the Drum Corps

International Finals in Madison, WI

The Alumni Corps colorguard "Bringing Down the House" in Madison, WI

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

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California State Open Wrap-UpOn June 29th the Santa Clara Vanguard hosted the 2002

California State Open Division II and III Drum Corps

Competition at San Jose City College. The show started with

the presentation of colors and playing of the National Anthem

by the SCV Cadet Corps color guard and horn line, respectively.

The Blue Devil “C” Corps was the hit of the night providing

the only Division III exhibition performance.

Division II competitiors included the Mandarins from

Sacramento, Impulse from Costa Mesa, Blue Devil “B” from

Concord and our own Santa Clara Vanguard Cadets. Senior

corps competitors included the San Francisco Renegades and

the River City Regiment from Sacramento.

First-time show chair, Harry Morrow stated "I learned a lot

about what it takes to put on a drum corps show and recognize

that it would not have been possible without the many volunteers who donated their valuable time and experience to make this

show a success. Special thanks to JW Koester, the DCI Show Coordinator, George Brown, Vanguard Cadets Director, and John

and Gloria Flores for their invaluable advice."

It took a lot of planning and work to guarantee

Drum Corps fans a memorable night. The VIP reception was

sold out far in advance of the Pacific Procession night and

gave us the opportunity to coordinate a special evening for

everyone who was lucky enough to have a Gold ticket. The

catered food was excellent! Mary and Lee Mountz, Christine

and Brian Bourg and their entire committee outdid themselves.

The patriotic-themed decorations fit the weekend and exciting

entertainment provided by GB-5, added just the right flavor to

the reception. The VIP Gold plans are always a special surprise

thanks to Gloria’s expertise.

The Pacific Procession production was made possible by

the work of a great number of volunteers. Special thanks go

out to Linda Garbarino who secured corps housing and Josh

PP, from page 8 Garbarino for a fantastic program and to all of my PP committee

— we did it again! Thank You!

Andrew and Nancy Lee, Mike Kovelich, Sharon Garcia,

Kevin Templin, Robert Cole, Rodney Cano, George Garbarino,

Ron Lee, Louie Valenzuela, Robert and Cheryl Anderson, Ray

Pulver, Thom Antang, Marilyn Yee-Chinn, Mike Freitas, Elaine

Kono, Bea Soria, Harry Morrow, Jerry and Nancy Marsalli, Bill

and Romie Evans, Ron and Helen Johnson, Valerie Haro, Katy

and Louie Salas, Sue Jeffrey, Rich Johnson, Stephan Strauss,

Pam Laughlin and to everyone who donated some of their time

on PP night. Thank you very, very much.

Last but not least, to Rick Valenzuela, George Brown, Dan

Vannatta and Scott Pierson, thank you for all your tremendous

work with the three corps.

Congratulations and Happy 35th Anniversary SCV!

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

The Vanguard Cadets in Madison, WI

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environment so that the corps members

could focus on their show development and performance. It is

through the collective work of the corps members and

supporters that the competitive season was a success. Thank

you to everyone!

As you can imagine with all of the fun and travel during the

season, there are a lot of expenses that must be paid. Our

main source of funding to pay these expenses is bingo. We

need anyone and everyone who is older than 18 to come work

a bingo to help pay for the expenses. If you are done with your

bingo commitment, please start working your bingo commitment

for next season now. To schedule to volunteer for bingo, please

call 1-888-640-1086 or email [email protected]

I would like to congratulate the Vanguard staff and corps

members on a great season. Their performances during

championships week were wonderful. A special and personal

congratulations goes to Rick Valenzuela for being the Division

I Director of the Year. Wow! I am so happy for him and his

accomplishments. He is very deserving of this honor and

recognition!

I would like to make a very special thank you to the booster

club and alumni association for their continuous support

throughout the year. Thank you to the Pearl Drum Corporation,

Remo, Vic Firth, Innovative Percussion, Fred J Miller Inc, the

City of Santa Clara, the Wade Scholarship Fund and Brasswind/

Woodwind for their generous support and sponsorship. Also,

thank you to Mission College in Santa Clara for their educational

support of the Santa Clara Vanguard organization.

CADETS, from page 7

Family and friends cheering on a member of the VanguardCadets in Madison, WI

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

PHOTO COURTESY KERRY WASANO

The Vanguard Cadets Staff with some members

The Vanguard tenor line secretly hiding their water guns sothey can sneek up on the staff.

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

One last picture...

PHOTO COURTESY CHARLIE GIBSON

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President: Romie Evans

Vice President: Linda Garbarino

Treasurer: Jerry MarsalliDirectors-at-Large: Charlie Gibson, Terry Lee

Brad Andrews, Mary Minjares

Booster Meetings:Monthly 1st Wednesday, 7:00pm

Quarterly 2nd Saturday, 10:00am

Board Meetings:

Monthly 1st Monday, 7:00 PM

Dan Vannatta 408-727-5532 ext. 11

email: [email protected]

Rick Valenzuela 408-727-5532 ext. 20

email: [email protected]

George Brown 408-727-5532 ext. 19email: [email protected]

Maya Salvucci 1-888-640-1086

email: [email protected]

Volunteer Coordinator

2002 BOOSTER CLUB OFFICERS

General Manager

Vanguard Director

Vanguard Cadets Director

Chairman of the Board: Jerry Marsalli

October

10/5 Vanguard Banquet - 6:00pmDavid's Restaurant, Santa Clara

10/7 Board of Directors Meeting - 7:00pm

10/9 Booster Club Meeting - 7:00pm

10/27 5th Annual "Day at the Races"

10/28 Alumni Association Meeting - 6:30pmRound Table Pizza, Santa Clara

November

December

12/2 Board of Directors Meeting - 7:00pm

12/7 Booster Club Meeting - 10:00am

12/8 San Jose Holiday Parade

11/4 Board of Directors Meeting - 7:00pm

11/6 Booster Club Meeting - 7:00pm(2003 Officer Elections)

11/29 - 12/1 2003 Audition Camp WeekendMission College, Santa Clara