ADELINN PINA

FIELD CAPTAIN & BAND HISTORIAN LIEUTENANT

JUNIOR | BARI SAXOPHONE

Meet Adelinn Piña a junior at Weslaco East High School, currently serving her third year as a member of the Wildcat Regiment. This season, she is excited to take on the roles of first-year Field Captain and Band Historian for the second year in a row. Throughout her time at Weslaco East, Adelinn has received numerous awards that highlight her dedication and contributions to the program, including a Division 1 rating at the Solo and Ensemble competition in 2023. In addition to her achievements in the Wildcat Regiment, Adelinn has earned recognition in various other areas. She placed 4th in the Criminal Justice Directors Choice Award in 2023 and led her team to a 1st place championship in Indoor Winds for the 2022-2023 season. Beyond her involvement in the Wildcat Regiment, Adelinn actively participates in other school organizations, including Criminal Justice, Sheepdogs, and the Loading Crew. Her commitment to excellence and passion for leadership make her a valuable asset to the Weslaco East community.

"Being part of the Wildcat Regiment has been an incredibly fun and exciting journey, filled with countless memories and friendships. I’ve made so many friends, and one of my favorite moments is when we all come together during Friday Night Lights (FNL) to dance and cheer in the stands. The band is more than just a group—it’s my family, and it will always feel like home to me.

What I love most about the Wildcat Regiment are the memories we create, whether at football games or competitions. To me, the Wildcat Regiment represents family and growth.

The Regiment has had a huge impact on my life, helping me become more social and confident in making new friends. My favorite memory will always be those Friday night football games, enjoying every moment with my friends by my side, sharing in the excitement and joy of being together.

I am really looking forward to making even more friends this season and helping the freshmen come out of their shells and become more social. It's rewarding to see how much they've grown, and I can’t wait to watch them continue to develop throughout the year. I’m also incredibly grateful and passionate about our chances of making it to state this year—it’s a big goal, and I truly believe we can achieve it!

One important piece of advice is always to make time for the basics. Even if it’s just five or ten minutes, budgeting time in every rehearsal for marching fundamentals in block formation is key. It’s hard to expect great results if we don’t consistently reinforce the foundations of good marching.

Participating in marching band offers so many benefits beyond just the music. It helps us develop discipline, teamwork, and creativity and provides a high-quality music education that shapes us into better students and individuals. It’s an experience that stays with you for life."

"We work hard together,

we support each other,

and we push one another to succeed."

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