Name: Mary Katherine Sacil
Grade: 11
Fine Art: Color Guard(Captain)
Years of Experience: 3
Wingspan: When did you join color guard and what made you want to join?
Sacil: “I joined color guard [at the] beginning of my freshmen year after being convinced to try it out by my best friend, who is still in guard with me to this day.”
Wingspan: What’s your favorite part about color guard?
Sacil: “My favorite part about color guard is the people. Spending so much time with this specific team of individuals has really made me close with them all, and I love being able to share and do something I love with them.”
Wingspan: Over the years in guard, do you feel like you’ve changed as a person and or guard member? How?
Sacil: “I know that over the years I’ve spent in guard, I’ve definitely changed as a person. Guard has taught me so many valuable lessons such as how to manage my time, holding accountability, teamwork, and so much more.”
Wingspan: What has kept you motivated and resilient through hard times?
Sacil: “I’d say that one of my biggest motivations is being the best version of myself for my team. I refuse to give my peers any less than what I can offer them and strive to set a good example, especially [for] the younger members.”
Wingspan: As color guard captain, what do you do to help other guard members succeed?
Sacil: “As captain I do my best to check in with my members; whether it be physically, emotionally, mentally, etc. Color guard is my passion and safe space, and I [want to] do my best to make it the same for my teammates.”
Wingspan: What advice would you give to an incoming freshman thinking about joining guard?
Sacil: “To anyone considering joining guard, persevere and don’t be afraid to rely on others. Color guard, along with other sports, will not be perfect on the first try, but it can be with time and practice. It’s also a team sport, meaning that you need to be able to work in groups where everyone is working toward the same goal- don’t be afraid to rely on them or ask them for help.”
