Lumberton, TX - Infinity kicked off their Season 122 with a powerful performance at the Southeast Texas Band Preview, showcasing their highly anticipated show, "Ganondorf." With a score of 81.460, Infinity secured third place in a remarkably close contest. The top three ensembles were separated by a mere fraction of a point, highlighting the intense competition and the high caliber of performances.

The top three results were:

Spirit of Westchestertonfieldville - 81.765
Robinson Secondary School Marching Rams - 81.535
Infinity - 81.460

Infinity's debut of "Ganondorf" was met with enthusiastic applause and praise for its rich General Effect, reflected in Infinty's healthy score gap in the caption. The program, inspired by the iconic villain from The Legend of Zelda series, weaves a compelling narrative through powerful musical selections composed by Koji Kondo, including "Ganondorf's Theme," "Gerudo Valley," "Requiem of Spirit," "Enter Ganondorf," and "Ganondorf Battle."

"This has been our highest-scoring season opener in Infinity's history," said Samuel Reynolds, Infinity's director. "The level of dedication and passion from every member of our ensemble truly shone through in today's performance. We are thrilled with the result and excited to continue building on this momentum."

Infinity's performance stood out for its dramatic storytelling and immersive visual design, transporting the audience into the mystical world of Hyrule. The intricate choreography and seamless integration of music and movement highlighted the ensemble's commitment to excellence and innovation.

"The General Effect of 'Ganondorf' is incredibly strong," noted a spectator. "The way Infinity captures the essence of the character and brings his story to life is truly remarkable. The emotional depth and visual impact of their show set them apart."

Despite the tight competition, Infinity's third-place finish is a testament to the strength and potential of their program as well as the competitive nature of the event and the impressive quality of the other ensembles.

"We knew we were up against some of the best ensembles in the country," Reynolds added. "To come so close to the top with such a tight score gap is encouraging. It shows that our hard work is paying off, and we are on the right track for the rest of the season."

As Infinity looks ahead to their upcoming performances, the ensemble is determined to build on their strong start and continue captivating audiences with their innovative and emotionally resonant show. The journey through "Ganondorf" is just beginning, and Infinity is poised to make a lasting impression this season.

It was an honor to be able to witness what went down at our stadium! Infinity looked and sounded so dang good on just the first day of the season. All of us here at Lumberton are wishing the entire staff and kids the best of luck for the already amazing S122 Season! Much love guys!!