Carmel alum! I was in Accents for two years; we started using the pro band last year during my senior year. When we learned of the change we were told that it meant we were no longer eligible for BB at any competitions, as it would be unfair to judge a pro band against a student band. I'm not sure how eligibility gets communicated to the judges, but my point is:
1). Carmel knows they're ineligible for BB and they don't expect it
2). If they're awarded BB, I assume one of the directors will let the judges know so that the award ends up with the rightful student band
I’m pretty sure to be eligible, you can’t have more than two professionals in your band. I’m in Manteno magic and we aren’t eligible either because we have over two professionals in our combo
Bold, but I really don’t see Ambassadors losing to Accents. Both have great shows and the fact that I could totally see them both placing here is a testament to their program.
