The Fayette High School marching band swept Class 2 competition on Saturday at the 61st annual Central Methodist University Band Day in Fayette, winning the parade and field competitions along with the indoor color guard and indoor drum line.

Fayette also took outstanding parade auxiliary and outstanding field auxiliary in Class 2. Westran spoiled Fayette’s perfect day, winning outstanding field percussion in Class 2.

This is the second in as many competitions the FHS has won this year. The Falcons won first place in the street and field at Carrollton the week before, while claiming the top spots in Indoor Drum Line and Best Percussion.

Glasgow led Class 1 entries, winning the parade competition and the indoor drum line. The Yellowjacket band placed second in the field competition and third in the indoor color guard. New Franklin claimed fifth in the Class 1 parade, and Higbee finished sixth.

Glasgow also won the People’s Choice Award.

School of the Osage won the sweepstakes award, which is presented to the band with the highest combined parade and field scores. (See complete results and photos on Page 10.)

On October 17, Fayette travels to the Cameron March Fest.