Newton Grand Champion of Marching Hearts Invitational

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Published on October 13 2018 8:14 pm
Last Updated on October 13 2018 8:14 pm
Written by Greg Sapp

Newton Community High School Marching Eagles were named the Class 3A/4A Grand Champions of the 2018 Effingham Marching Hearts Invitational Saturday.

The Eagles performed a sensational show to capture the Class 3A Outstanding Percussion, Outstanding Music, Outstanding Visual and Outstanding General Effect awards in addition to winning first place in Class 3A before winning the Grand Champion award.

Mt. Zion was named 1st place finisher in Class 4A.

Watseka was named Class 1A/2A Grand Champion.

21 bands competed throughout the day Saturday on Klosterman Field to determine the champions. The Effingham Marching Hearts Red Regiment put on a super performance in exhibition to close out the day.