Senior, Linsie Asher received first place field commander at the “West Virginia Marching Band Invitational” for Class D. This is the equivalent of winning the state championship for football. Not only did Linsie Asher win in her class, but she also won 5th place field commander out of 35 people. This is the equivalent to the football team won their championship and then beat almost every other team in the state.  

A field commander is essentially the student leader of a marching band. They give out commands, help teach music and conduct field shows. Linsie Asher’s field commander goal started in her freshman year. She said, “After seeing Natalie Malone being field commander my freshman year, seeing her do what she does made me want to lead the band.” Linsie Asher has put countless hours of work into her craft. Linsie Asher said, “When I got my music, I listened to where it like a million times. Listening to different parts thinking of different ways to make my routine unique, what I can do with my hands etc. With Casto’s help in the summer I was able to polish and prepare my routine for the community.” Every hour of work Linsie Asher put in was rewarded when she received the resul. “I was overjoyed, hearing it from Lynsey Mumaw made it even more special. All of the practicing and supporting had led me to this moment. It shows anyone can do anything if you set your mind to it.”