Both the D'Hanis Pride Band and Hondo's Mighty Owl Band took part in the UIL State Marching Contest this week at the Alamodome in San Antonio.

In Tuesday's 1A prelims, D'Hanis placed 10th in the state. Hondo performed second in the 3A prelims on Wednesday morning.

Finals qualifier announcements for the 3A group were not made until late in the day Wednesday.