Band
In 2010, The AHS Golden Eagle marching band won state in the Pride of Hayden Marching Festival. Also, they won all trophies in their second competition and 8th in their third at Jacksonville State University. It was against many 6A bands. In 2011 they placed second in the Hayden division. Euphonium player Ben Williams won the best soloist award and won a scholarship. The band also won second in their second competition of the year and second again in their third competition. They also have a drumline consisting of 5 basses, 3 snares, 2 tenors, and a front ensemble. The drumline also had an indoor drumline in 2011 consisting of 4 basses, 2 snares, 2 tenors, and a pit. The band also has an auxiliary section, including color guard and majorettes. The 2010 and 2011 Drum Major was Kayla Flannagan. The 2010 and 2011 assistant drum majors were Connor Watkins and Emily Leopard. The 2012 drum majors are Emily Leopard and Joanna Thompson. The band instructors are Steve Williams, Roy Adams, and Ryan Nix.
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