Overview
Tentative Order of Events
Doors Open: 7:30
Contest Begins: 8:30
Order of Events
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Saturday - March 8th
Main Arena
Teams, Rhythmic, High School Classic Finals
Modeling/Best Appearing, Basic/Military
Auxiliary Gym
Show Twirl, Team Member of the Year
Sunday - March 9th
Main Arena
Strut, Solo and Multiple Baton
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Age Groups
Age groups based on your age as of 09/01/2021 will be divided into the following age groups:
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0-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15 and 16+
Set System
The contest will operate on the set system. This will help the contest run smoothly and efficiently. The program book which is included in the price of the entry fee will tell contestant what (event), when (set), and where (lane) they will perform.
Additional Information
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NBTA solo/team/corps rules, judges and score sheets will be used. To read the most updated solo and team rules, including time limits, age divisions and more, please visit www.batontwirling.com/NBTA/Index.htm
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Entry fee must be paid by money order or cashier’s check. No personal checks accepted. entries must be postmarked by 2/12/2025. Entries postmarked after this date, will be assessed a $25 late fee. No phone entries, no credits, and no refunds.
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Contest director, Thompson High School or Thompson Auxiliaries are not responsible for accidents, property loss or injury.
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The contest will operate on the set system. This will be available for download and include information on the event, set and lane the contestant will perform.
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Score sheets and awards will be available during the contest upon tabulation except for team awards. These will be announced when the team competition is completed.
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No flash photography allowed in the gym. Videotaping is limited to your twirler’s routine only.
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Groups will have 1st and 2nd place trophies
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Medals for all Novice Divisions
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Individual events: 1st Place = trophy 2nd - 5th = medals
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Group directors are asked to submit music via Dropbox and bring a backup method to the contest. More information will be emailed.
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There will be no charge at the door. Rather, a facility fee of $10 per contestant is being collected.
For entries by USPS Mail, please make payable to:
Holly Mullen
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MAIL TO:
Holly Mullen
c/o AL State Twirling Championships
1392 Aberdeen Lane
Auburn, AL 36830
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If you have questions, please email