Student Leadership

Alex Linton Hughes

Hometown: Gulf Shores, AL

Bio: Alex is a senior Biology major with a Pre-Veterinary focus and a minor in Music. She plans to attend Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine after she graduates from USA. According to Alex, her favorite things are dogs, music, family, friends, and more dogs!

Jonah Hadaway

Hometown: McCalla, AL

Bio: Jonah is a Junior Criminal Justice major with a minor in Political Science. He was named the first Assistant Drum Major in JMB history! Outside of the JMB, Jonah enjoys being in the outdoors, playing sports, and hanging with friends.

Michael Baxter

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio: I will be starting as a Graduate Trumpet Performance Major who is entering his first year with the JMB. I graduated from Mary G. Montgomery High School and obtained my Bachelor’s in Music Education from William Carey University in Hattiesburg, MS.

Jessica Mandel

Hometown: Aurora, IL

Bio: I am a first year masters student majoring in Music Performance, and this is her first year as a graduate assistant with the JMB. My undergraduate degrees are in Music Education and Oboe Performance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Outside of the JMB, Jessica is also a private oboe teacher along the Mississippi and Alabama Gulf Coast, the alumni advisor for the Zeta Gamma chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota Music Fraternity, and serves as principal oboe in the Alabama Winds.

Rebecca Reinhardt

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio: I am working on my M.M. in Music Performance. I graduated from the University of South Alabama with my B.M. in Music Education. This will be my sixth year in the JMB, and my second serving as a Graduate Assistant. Apart from the JMB, I teach private flute lessons, play in a Celtic flute group, and sub with the Mobile Symphony Orchestra. I have always loved the enthusiastic environment of the JMB and I cannot wait for another amazing season. Go Jags!

Emma Brown

Hometown: Ocean Springs, MS

Bio: I am a senior music education student. This will be my fourth and final year in the JMB. I have served as a mellophone section leader for two years before being selected as a Student Assistant Conductor. I am also the President of the Zeta Gamma chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota.

Dalton Horne

Hometown: Ocean Springs, MS

Bio: I'm currently a junior studying music education. I play in several different groups including Tuba/Euphonium ensemble, Brass ensemble, and Wind ensemble. I've had the privilege of serving  as first chair in the latter, and am excited to serve as student assistant conductor this year in the JMB. Go jags!

Jared Messinger

Hometown: Fairhope, AL

Bio: I am in my fourth year as a Music Education Major. I have marched with the Jaguar Drumline since 2016. Outside of school, I teach private lessons and perform with several bands all over the South.

Michaela Rader

Hometown: Jewell, IA

Bio: Michaela was born and raised in Jewell, Iowa. Her major is Exercise Science with a minor in Dance. This will be her second year as the feature twirler with the JMB.

Victoria French

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio: I am a junior at the University of South Alabama majoring in Music Education and Performance. This is my 3rd year participating in the JMB, and my first year as section leader. Outside of JMB and playing my flute my hobbies include baking and crocheting.

Cecelia Prentiss

Hometown: Biloxi, MS

Bio: I am an Exercise Science Major with a Spanish Minor, and this will be my third year in the JMB. This past summer I spent 6 weeks studying in Madrid in order to complete my minor in Spanish. I’m looking forward to this season!

Dakota Bilbrey

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio: My major is biology with a concentration in marine biology and a minor in music. This will be my fourth year in the Jaguar Marching Band, and a fun fact about myself is that I love collecting vinyl records!

Gail Lyons

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio: I am a junior, Music Education Major with a passion for the clarinet! This will be my 3rd year in the JMB. Along with music, Gail enjoys anime and cosplaying as a hobby.

Brittney Daniels

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio:  I am a psychology major here at USA. This Fall of 2019 will be my 5th season with the JMB and my second season as a saxophone section leader My favorite subject in school is art history - which happens to be my second minor!

Steven Overlaur

Hometown: Las Vegas, NV

Bio: I am a senior studying Biomedical Sciences and minoring in Psychology. This will be my fifth and final year in the Jaguar Marching Band, and I am really looking forward to a great year!

Israel Valenzuela

Hometown: Ocean Springs, MS

Bio: I am a Junior Music Major with a Pre-Med track from Ocean Spring, MS. This upcoming year will be my third year in the JMB. This will be my first year as a section leader and I am very excited for this marching season.

Tyler Butler

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio: I am a Junior Music Education major.  This will be my 3rd year in the JMB and my 2nd year as section leader.  I am also the current President of the Epsilon Delta chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia

Cameron Sansing

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio: I am in my third year as a Music Education major. This will mark my third year as a trumpet player in the JMB. I also enjoy DCI, and have marched 3 seasons with Southwind.

Bethany Driggers

Hometown: Stapleton, AL

Bio: I am a sophomore music education major. This year is my second year in the Jaguar Marching Band. I am a member of Sigma Alpha Iota and hope to one day become a music therapist.

Grant Skinner

Hometown: Smyrna, TN

Bio: I am a meteorology major and a music minor here at South. I have been in the JMB for one year, and I am known for being very good at beatboxing.

Brandon Bodie

Hometown: Gulfport, MS

Bio: I am a senior Music Education major. This is my third year marching in the JMB. In addition to the trombone he plays guitar, piano, and accordion. His hobbies are cooking, going to concerts, and spending time with his family and dogs.

Tres Harrison

Hometown: Millbrook, AL

Bio: Hi, I’m Tres Harrison. I’m a senior history major. I’ve been a trombone player in the JMB for four years and this is my second year serving as the trombone section leader.

Kevin Bowlin

Hometown: Birmingham, AL

Bio: I am currently going into my senior year as a biology major.  This is my 4th year in the JMB and my 2nd year as a Euphonium section leader.  I am also a brother of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia fraternity.

Darrien Caudle

Hometown: Gadsden, AL

Bio: I am a Junior majoring in biology and minoring in marine science. This is going to be my third year as a member of the JMB and first year being section leader of the sousaphones. I am so excited for this upcoming marching season! Go Jags!

Tim Taldon

Hometown: Theodore, AL

Bio:  I'm a junior and will be marching my 3rd year with the JMB. I am also a 3rd year Music Education major. I am glad to be returning to JMB in my first year as sousaphone section leader.

Lucy Puranen

Hometown: Prattville, AL

Bio: I am a Speech and Hearing Science Major and I be applying for audiology school this fall. This is my fourth year with the JMB. A little fact about me is that I have been working on music therapy research within the audiology department here at South.

Ishmael Williams

Hometown: Prattville, AL

Bio: My name is Ishmael Williams. I am a senior majoring in Sport and Recreation Management. This is my 6th year marching with the JMB.

Ashleigh Bryant

Hometown: Kennesaw, GA

Bio: I am a third year Broadcast Meteorology major here at South. I am going into my third year with the JMB and am super excited for this year’s routines! I have been on weapon for 7 years, so I am ready for some weapon spotlights within the shows.

Madison Minke

Hometown: Spanish Fort, AL

Bio: This will be my second year in the fabulous JMB Color Guard. I am majoring in Elementary Education. I have had a passion about wanting to teach kids since I was a kid myself. I am also a part of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars.

Gabby Long

Hometown: Pensacola, FL

Bio: I am a junior majoring in Biomedical Sciences and this upcoming year will be my second year in the JMB. I’ve recently been hired to work in the Music Department office and am excited to be getting everything ready for the Fall.

Christian Hinkel

Hometown: Harleston, MS

Bio: This will be my third year in the JMB, and first year as the public relations officer. I’m a Broadcast Journalism major with a minor in music, and am on staff with the Jaguar Sports Network.

Frank Badners

Hometown: Elberta, AL

Bio: This is my third year in the JMB and second year as the Instrument Supply Officer. I am a junior studying music education. Apart from the JMB, I play bass trombone in the Wind Ensemble and Symphony band and also participate in the USA trombone choir. My hobbies include working on cars, hunting and fishing, and spending time with family.

DeVonte’ Dixon

Hometown: Pensacola, FL

Bio: I am majoring in Broadcast Meteorology with a minor in Math. This will be my 3rd year marching and playing the trombone in the JMB. In addition to being a part of the JMB, DeVonte' is also a part of several more organizations on campus. GO JAGS!

Dakota Wilson

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio: My name is Dakota Wilson and this is my second year serving on the leadership team. I am a senior History major and this is my fourth year with the Jaguar Marching Band.

Andrew Bumpers

Hometown: Mobile, AL

Bio: I am a 4th year senior at the University of South Alabama. Currently studying Strategic Communication with a Minor in Geology. I once found a nickel on the side of the road.

Kindall Calhoun

Hometown: Pell City, AL

Bio: I am a biology major with a concentration in Marine Sciences. This will be my 4th season in the JMB. One weird fact about me is that I spend a lot of my free time on the ocean and IF I get bit by a shark, I would like to keep a tooth.

Anna Reimer

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Bio: My name is Anna Reimer and this is my second year serving as a Uniform Officer. I am a Senior and in my fourth year with the JMB. I am majoring in Marine Biology.

Ryan Daniels

Hometown: Birmingham, AL

Bio: My name is Ryan Daniels and I am from Birmingham, Alabama. I am a senior majoring in nursing. This will be my fourth year in the Jaguar Marching Band.

Abagail Roy

Hometown: Gulfport, MS

Bio: Hi there, I go by Abby and I went to Gulf Breeze High School in Florida. I am a Biomedical Sciences major with a Psychology minor. This will be my third year in the JMB and outside of band my favorite pastimes are reading fantasy novels and watching true crime shows.

Sarah Wilson

Hometown: Daphne, AL

Bio: I am a sophomore Music Education major serving about to spend my second year with the JMB. I graduated from Daphne High School in 2018 with the IB Diploma. I enjoy movies, creative writing, and being a member of the Clarinet Studio!