Dream big.
For the members of “The Pride of West Virginia,” the Mountaineer Marching Band, it’s more than just a saying. It’s a way of getting through hot days on asphalt, rainy days at games and long practice sessions in between. It's about working to be the best — to earn the title of “The Pride.”
Maddie Alix found her community in the band. From an early interest in music, Maddie has thrived in leadership in the band.
See what life is like for these members as we follow four students in the coming weeks through their stories — from band camp all the way to the streets of New York City for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.