Bill Hayes Told To Slow Down

DCN Sept. 12, 1962 issue

MIAMI, Fla. - The Vanguards of Miami returned home from Minneapolis a more experienced corps, knowing how much distance they must travel before they break into the "Top Ten" corps of the nation.

That road was suddenly made much more difficult with the news that their leader, Bill Hayes, was under doctor's orders to take a less active interest in drum corps.

The announcement, made at the first rehearsal after the trip to the VFW convention, shook every member of the corps and the management. Many could not restrain tears which silently gave tribute to the large place that Mr. Hayes has in the heart of every Vanguard.

The Vanguards have grimly determined to keep the competitive spirit which was instilled in them by Bill Hayes, and to continue to show the improvement that he would expect of them.

It is expected that Mr. Hayes will continue to make recommendations for the welfare of the corps and will participate as much as his health will permit.