The Campbell University Fighting Camel Color Guard is part of The Sound of the Sandhills Marching Band. This group runs between 15-25 members. A scholarship is given for participation!
Eligibility & Requirements
- Requires an audition to be done each year. Returning students and upper-class students will have a tryout in March or April. Incoming Freshman audition following both summer orientations.
- Students are required to attend all games, practices, and be enrolled in the winter guard program (No Charge) or concert ensemble.
Rehearsal Times
The group practices on Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-9:00 pm in the fall. Additional practices take place as required by the instructional staff.
Winter Guard
The Campbell University Winter Guard is under the direction of our Visual Director, Mr. Dwayne Barnes. Members of the Sound of the Sand Hills Color guard as well as additional students from band and campus make up this competitive team. They compete in the AIA circuit. The Winter Guard practices on Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-9:00pm after marching band ends through the spring semester.
Attire
Attire is provided by the University for both the marching season and the winter guard season.
Director
Campbell University Fighting Camel Color Guard is under the direction of North Carolina Color Guard Hall of Fame member and Campbell University Visual Director, Mr. Dwayne Barnes (dbarnes@campbell.edu) and Color Guard Instructor, Heidi Coyle.
Mr. Barnes Bio and Contact Information
Why Guard?
- Join the largest FAMILY on campus as part of the Athletic Band program
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Great Resume Builder/Graduate School Applications
- Continue to Do Something You Love “Making Music”
- Make Memories and Friends
- Perform, Compete, Accomplish!
Join the Family!
If you are interested in learning more about the CU Guard Program, let us know.
Complete an Interest Form
Contact Us
| Name | Role | Email Address |
| Dr. Michael Phillips | Director of Athletic Band | mphillips@campbell.edu |
| Dr. William Beach | Coordinator of Athletic Bands | wbeach@campbell.edu |
| Dr. Dwayne Wilson | Director of Bands and Instrumental Studies | wilsond@campbell.edu |
| Nate Campbell | Percussion Instructor | ncampbell@campbell.edu |