The Archbishop Riordan Colorguard was started in Fall 2008 by alumnus, Mark Lieuw (Class of 07). The program is a collaboration between Riordan, Mercy SF, and ICA High School. The 2010-2011 school year marks the third year for the Riordan Colorguard. The colorguard has been a great asset and addition to the band! In previous years, Riordan has only had one colorguard in (2004-2005) with a nine-member all-male flagline in the back of the band. This year, we have a new assistant colorguard instructor, Paisley Parker, who has performed with Drum Corps International (DCI) World Class drum corps: Santa Clara Vanguard. During the 2010-2011 academic year, the colorguard has grown to our largest ensemble of 14 members.

In 2009-2010 school year, the guard reached a new milestone with seven members, a rifle line, and brand new uniforms! After being recognized as a part of the marching band last year by NCBA, the colorguard will started this fall season in full competition . In October 2010, colorguard placed fourth at the Santa Cruz Band Review and, a third place trophy was won at the Foothill Band Review, and a second place trophy won at the Fairfield Tournament of Champions.

Colorguard is always looking for new recruits so come out and give it a try!
Bring your friends! No experienece is necessary!


Colorguard Schedule 2010-2011

Fall 2010

August 2-6 - Band Camp
October 2 - Del Mar Band Review (All Day)*** October 10 - SF Columbus Day Parade October 23 - Foothill Band Review (All Day)*** October 31 - Riordan Open House November 7 - SF Veteran's Day Parade November 20 - Fairfield Band Review (All Day)*** December 12 - Holiday Boutique/Concert

Winter 2011
(Additional Dates will be added for possible winterguard competitions)

Spring 2011

February 19 - Chinese New Year Parade
March 13 - St. Patrick's Day Parade
May 8 - Spring Concert/Awards Dinner

Summer 2011

June 29-30 - Marching Band Rehearsal
July 1-5 - Washington D.C. Tour - National Independence Day Parade 2011

*** denotes major band competition