MITCHELL – The Mitchell Winter Guard continued its competitive season Feb. 28 with a strong performance at Northview High School, tying for fourth place and posting a seven-point score increase at its third contest of the year.
Mitchell tied with Edgewood for fourth in a field that included several established programs, among them the reigning state champion BCSC Winter Guard of Columbus. The improvement marks steady progress for the team as it prepares for state preliminaries this Saturday in Anderson.
Following the long competition day, team members returned home and were back in action Sunday, March 1, hosting their annual Community Night. The event was well attended, offering supporters an opportunity to see the group’s 2026 production and celebrate the team’s growth this season.
Earlier that same day, the Winter Guard hosted its first elementary clinic, welcoming 16 students from kindergarten through fifth grade. Team members taught participants a short routine to “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” introducing younger students to the fundamentals of flag work and performance while encouraging future involvement in the program.
The team is led by Coach Nicki Mitchell, Assistant Coach Ellie Carr, Drill Writer Scott Carr, and Sydney Harris, who oversees choreography and drill design.
Coaches
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Nicki Mitchell | Head Coach |
| Ellie Carr | Assistant Coach |
| Scott Carr | Drill Writer |
| Sydney Harris | Choreography and Drill Design |
Team Members
| Name | Grade |
|---|---|
| Hollie Mitchell | 10 |
| Emma Payton | 11 |
| Jaslynne Pace | 12 |
| Jerilynne Pace | 8 |
| Isabella Hawkins | 11 |
| Bella Shifflett | 10 |
| Sophia Arvin | 10 |
| Daizy Arvin | 8 |
| Scarlett Mattox | 7 |
| Cora Young | 12 |
| Kali Hanners | 10 |
| Kassy Hanners | 7 |
| Drew McKnight | 9 |
| John McKnight | 8 |
| Nahomi Perez | 7 |
| Alli Foddrill | 12 |
| Evelyn Taylor | 11 |
| Hannah Elliot | 9 |
| Rylee Hayhurst | 10 |
| Lillian Guess | 7 |
As the season moves toward the postseason, Mitchell Winter Guard continues to balance competitive success with community outreach, building momentum both on the floor and at home.
