Years ago, junior highs with 9th graders (the true "junior high" designation in the eyes of UIL [as opposed to "middle schools"]) would participate in UIL marching contest. In my hometown the junior high I attended in 9th grade didn't do marching, other than a parade. However, there were some UIL Sweepstakes trophies in the case for marching, concert and sight reading from the early 1960's. As a side note: Only bands making first divisions in all three categories earned "Sweepstakes". Bands, Choirs, and Orchestras earning first divisions in concert and sight reading received a "Special Award" plaque.
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