War Eagle! My name is Fredrick Brown, and I am so honored to serve as one of the AUMB Drum Majors for the 2026 season. I am from Montgomery, Alabama and graduated from Trinity Presbyterian School in 2022. I will be a fifth-year senior this fall double majoring in Music Education and Euphonium Performance. This will be my fifth and final season in the AUMB and my second season as a drum major. Prior to being a drum major, I also served as a Baritone Section Leader.

Aside from the AUMB, I also participate in Symphonic Winds, Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble, the Auburn Tuba-Euphonium Quartet (ATEQ), Basketball Pep Band, and serve as a Music Ambassador for the Department of Music.

Being a member of the AUMB has truly shaped my Auburn experience for the better. Through this program, I have made friendships that have been, and will continue to be, impactful in my life. The people in the AUMB are from diverse backgrounds and are welcoming, especially to new members. I feel that being a part of such a supportive organization helps the transition into college life and starting your own journey.

Deciding to audition for the AUMB was easily the best decision I have ever made. I have made many memories and relationships that I will cherish for a lifetime. I can truly say that I am looking forward to this new season, working alongside everyone, and making more great memories. If you have any questions about the AUMB, or Auburn life in general, feel free to contact me. I am more than happy to help! War Eagle!

War Eagle everyone! My name is Michaela Hilley, and I am honored to serve as one of your Drum Majors for the 2026 AUMB. I am from Waxhaw, North Carolina, and I graduated from Charlotte Catholic High School in 2025. This year, I will be a sophomore majoring in Aerospace Engineering. This will be my second season in the AUMB, and it will be my first as drum major. I marched as a piccolo in the 2025 season. Additionally, I have performed with the Auburn University Symphonic Winds, and I am a sister of the band service sorority Tau Beta Sigma.

The AUMB has provided me with an incredible family away from home, and I truly believe that being a part of the AUMB has not only improved my college experience, but it has also made me a better person. Becoming a member of the AUMB has been one of the most enjoyable and rewarding experiences of my life. I highly encourage everyone who has an interest in the AUMB to audition, as I can attest that this organization is more than simply a marching band, it is a family where everyone helps inspire one another to be the best version of themselves.

I am looking forward to this season, and I am excited to see what’s to come for us. If you have any questions or simply want to chat about the AUMB, please feel free to email me; I am more than happy to help. I can’t wait to meet everyone this summer, and War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Julie Griffin, and I am so excited to serve as one of the Drum Majors for the 2026 season. I am from Auburn, AL, and I graduated from Auburn High School in 2024. I will be a Junior majoring in Microbiology on the Pre-PA track. This season will be my third year with the AUMB. Outside of marching band, I am a barista at Dutch Bros (come visit!). I also enjoy hanging out with my friends and attending basketball games.

Being a part of the AUMB has been amazing and a blessing. I have made so many new friends and memories that will last a lifetime. Having the opportunity to be part of an organization that pushes you to be better has been fulfilling. I am eternally grateful for the things that I have experienced. I am looking forward to meeting you all, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

War Eagle! My name is Bryson Moon, and I am so excited to have the opportunity to serve as one of your 2026 AUMB Drum Majors. This fall, I will be a senior majoring in Building Construction, and this will be my fourth season marching with the AUMB. I am from West Point, Georgia and I graduated from Lee-Scott Academy in 2023. In addition to the AUMB, I have participated in Symphonic Winds, Concert Band, Basketball Pep-Band, and Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble.

Being a member of the AUMB has been such an incredible experience and has given me so many great opportunities and relationships throughout my time at Auburn. This program has truly made me feel at home here at Auburn and has taught me so many valuable life skills that I will carry with me throughout life. The positive impact that this program has had on my life really can’t be overstated.

Freshmen, I am so excited to meet all of you and am looking forward to another incredible marching season with the AUMB. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions about the band, Auburn, or anything else. War Eagle!

War Eagle everyone! My name is Ainsley Collier, and I am so excited and honored to be serving as one of your R.A.T. leaders for the 2026 season. This fall, I will be a senior majoring in Music Education. I am from Kennesaw, Georgia where I graduated from Harrison High School. This will be my fourth year as a clarinet player in the AUMB, and my second year as R.A.T. leader!

Outside of the AUMB, I am involved in Symphonic Winds and Tau Beta Sigma, our band service sorority. I am also involved in C-NAfME and serve as an ambassador for the Department of Music.

Being a member of the AUMB has been one of the best things to happen to me at Auburn. The AUMB has brought me some of my closest friends and favorite memories. Nothing compares to a Saturday night in the fall getting to cheer on the Tigers with 380 of your best friends. People often mentioned the “Auburn family” to me, but I never truly understood it until I stepped onto campus. The AUMB is the perfect reflection of a family. We cheer each other on in our victories and comfort each other in our losses.

I cannot wait to meet you and help welcome you into the Auburn family that we all know and love so deeply. If you have any questions about anything, please reach out! I am so excited to cheer you on and support you in any way I can. War Eagle!

War eagle! My name is Kiersten Pritchard, and I am so excited to serve as a R.A.T. Leader for the 2026 season! I am from Trussville, AL where I graduated from Hewitt-Trussville High School. I will be a sophomore in the fall, and I am majoring in Biomedical Sciences, pre-pharmacy. This year will be my second year as a member of the Flagline and my first year as a R.A.T. leader. Apart from the AUMB, I am a member of the Auburn Chrisitan Student Center.

Being a member of the AUMB has been an amazing opportunity for me. It has allowed me to meet so many people and create lasting memories with my best friends. The AUMB has provided such a great community of people that truly make Auburn feel like home. The AUMB helped ease my way in the transition into college, and I hope this season to help freshmen in the same. I am so excited to meet everyone and for this season with the AUMB! Please feel free to reach out about any questions. War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Koen Pritchard, and I am so excited to serve as a R.A.T. leader for the 2026 season. This fall I will be a senior majoring in Music Education and Music Performance. I am from Trussville, Alabama where I graduated from Hewitt-Trussville High School. This will be my fourth year on the drumline. Outside the AUMB, I also serve as an ambassador for the Music Department and a Community Group leader at the Auburn Christian Student Center.

Being in the AUMB has been one of my favorite parts of college! I have met so many people and created genuine friendships and great memories. The AUMB has always felt like home for me and I hope to help freshmen find the same community in the AUMB. I am so excited to meet everyone! Please feel free to reach out with any questions. War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Nicole Seale-Esposito, and I am so excited to serve as one of your 2026 R.A.T Leaders! This is my first year as R.A.T Leader. I am a senior in Music Education, and I proudly hail from the Mellophone section. I grew up in Auburn, Alabama, and graduated from Auburn High School in 2023, and this is my third year in the AUMB!

Outside of the AUMB, I also participate in the Concert bands, Orchestra, Basketball Pep Band, and Horn Ensemble. I also am an officer for Auburn’s C-NAfME chapter, which is the Collegiate National Association for Music Educators, where we advocate for and learn about music education. I am also a proud sister of Auburn’s Sigma Alpha Iota chapter, which is a social fraternity for women in music.

My time in the AUMB has been incredible! I have met so many of my best friends in the band and have had so many opportunities to travel and perform in places I have never been before, like Nashville and Texas. You will truly find your people in this band. It is hard work, but I would not trade my time in the band for the world. I have made so many lifelong friendships and connections here. We truly have the most amazing members and staff. This upcoming season is going to be awesome, and I can’t wait to meet you! Feel free to reach out with any questions about the AUMB, music courses, Pep Band, or our music Greek organizations. War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Elly Mulder and I am honored to serve as one of your piccolo section leaders for the 2026 season! In the fall I will be a senior majoring in Wildlife Ecology and Management. I am from Birmingham, Alabama and I graduated from Oak Mountain High School in 2023. This will be my fourth semester in the AUMB. As well as being in the marching band I also play the flute in the AU Symphonic Winds and serve as an ambassador for the College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment.

Being in the AUMB has been an amazing opportunity for me. It has given me so many rewarding experiences and has led me to make wonderful friendships. This organization is truly a place to find family, make memories, and make a place for yourself at Auburn.

I cannot wait for this upcoming season and can’t wait to meet you. If you have any questions about the AUMB, Auburn, or the Piccolo section please don’t hesitate to reach out and ask!

War Eagle! My name is Emily Tillman, and I am so excited to serve as one of your piccolo section leaders this 2026 season. This upcoming fall I will be a Junior majoring in Music Education! I am from Auburn Alabama, and I graduated from Auburn High School in 2024! This will be my third season marching with the AUMB. Outside of marching band, I participate in Chamber Choir, Auburn Community Orchestra, Auburn cNAfME, and Concert Band.

Growing up in Auburn, I always looked up to the AUMB and aspired to be a part of it. Since attending Auburn University, marching band has been one of the most rewarding extracurriculars I have been a part of. In the AUMB I have made lifelong friendships, memories, and learned habits that make me a better musician and person.

If you have any questions about AUMB, the piccolo section, or anything else don’t hesitate to reach out. I cannot wait to meet you at preseason camp!

War Eagle everyone! My name is Ainsley Collier, and I am so excited and honored to serve as one of your clarinet section leaders for the 2026 season! This fall, I will be a senior majoring in Music Education. I am from Kennesaw, Georgia where I graduated from Harrison High School. This will be my fourth year marching with the AUMB.

Outside of the AUMB, I am involved in Symphonic Winds, Tau Beta Sigma (band service sorority), CNAFME, and serving as an ambassador for the Department of Music. I am also involved in All Christ Church.

Being a member of the AUMB has been one of the best things to happen to me at Auburn. The AUMB has brought me some of my closest friends and favorite memories. Nothing compares to a Saturday night in the fall getting to cheer on the Tigers with 380 of your best friends. People often mentioned the “Auburn family” to me, but I never truly understood it until I stepped onto campus. The AUMB is the perfect reflection of a family. We cheer each other on in our victories and comfort each other in our losses.

I cannot wait to meet you and help welcome you to the Auburn family. If you have any questions about the clarinet section, the transition to college, or anything in-between, please do not hesitate to reach out. I look forward to seeing you at preseason camp! War Eagle!

War Eagle everyone! My name is Olivia Walker, and I am so excited to be serving as one of your clarinet section leaders this season! In the fall I will be a junior in Wildlife Ecology & Management. I am very lucky to have grown up in Auburn Alabama, and I graduated from Auburn High School in 2024. This will be my third season marching in the AUMB, and I am also involved in Tau Beta Sigma, the band service sorority, as well as campus band in the spring.

Being a part of this organization has truly been the highlight of my college career. I am so grateful for the unique Auburn experiences I’ve had and, most importantly, for the lifelong friends I’ve made along the way. It is incredibly rewarding to work with so many talented people and I am beyond pumped for the upcoming season! I look forward to meeting all of you at preseason camp. If you have any questions at all about marching band or just want to say hi, please don’t hesitate to reach out and War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Jackson Crichton, and I am beyond grateful to serve as one of the saxophone section leaders for the 2026 season! This fall, I will be a senior majoring in Management with a minor in Music Business, and this will be my fourth season marching with the AUMB. I am from Birmingham, Alabama where I graduated from Oak Mountain High School in 2023. Outside of the AUMB I participate in the music industry network in Auburn.

Being a member of the AUMB has had such an incredible impact on my life and has provided me with experiences and relationships that I will cherish forever. Having the opportunity to join an organization that prides itself on hard work and the Auburn spirit makes every rehearsal and gameday both fun and rewarding, while also providing resources for each member to grow as an individual throughout their time at Auburn. The lessons I’ve learned through the AUMB are ones I will keep with me after my time at Auburn, and I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything.

If you have any questions about Auburn University or the AUMB, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I look forward to meeting you all at preseason camp! War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Seth Hickman, and I’m very excited to serve as one of the saxophone section leaders for the 2026 season. I’m from Birmingham, AL, where I graduated from Hewitt-Trussville High School. I’ll be a senior in Electrical Engineering, as well as a fourth-year member of the AUMB.

In addition to the AUMB, I’ve participated in our Campus Band, Concert Band, and Symphonic Winds. I’m also a brother of Κappa Kappa Psi, our honorary band fraternity. Outside of the music department, I’m an Engineering Peer Tutor.

Participating in the AUMB has been one of the biggest blessings to me. In addition to the countless opportunities and friendships it's given me, it's also provided so many amazing memories and experiences that I will cherish for the rest of my life. There truly is nothing like it. If you have any questions about the AUMB, Auburn, or anything else, then please feel free to email me! I’m super excited for this season, and I can't wait to meet you all. War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Josh Calvert and I have the honor of serving as one of the trumpet section leaders for the 2026 season. I am from Pelham, Alabama and graduated from Pelham High School in 2022. I will be a 5th-year senior this fall majoring in Mechanical Engineering, and this will be my 5th season as a member of the AUMB. In addition to the AUMB, I also participate in the Basketball Pep Band.

Being a member of the AUMB is one of the best experiences that I’ve ever had. I’ve met lifelong friends and made so many memories that I will never forget. Traveling across the country and being a huge part of the Auburn gameday experience are just a couple of my favorite things about the AUMB. Getting to perform in front of more than 88,000 people and having the opportunity to represent Auburn is an honor and a privilege.

If you have any questions about Auburn, the AUMB, student life, or anything else, please do not hesitate to reach out. I can’t wait to meet you all and start another great season. War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Meredith Goodman, and I am honored to serve as one of the AUMB trumpet section leaders for 2026! This coming fall, I will be a junior in Music Education. This will be my third season with the AUMB, and in addition to marching band, I also have participated in Auburn’s Symphonic Winds as well as the Symphony Orchestra!

Being a part of the AUMB has had such a great impact on my college experience. I have met so many people that I will cherish forever. Music has been such a prominent part of my life for as long as I can remember, so having the opportunity to continue to develop my musical ability at such a high level has been great. Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need anything!

War Eagle everyone! My name is Brendyn Royal, and I’m excited to serve as one of the three Trumpet Section Leaders for this 2026 season. I’m currently a fifth year at Auburn University, majoring in Information Systems Management, and this will also be my fifth year performing with the AUMB. In addition, I also participate in Basketball Pep Band. I grew up in Auburn and graduated from Auburn High School in 2022.

Auditioning for the AUMB was one of the best decisions I made when I first arrived at Auburn University. Not only do you get to be part of a group that performs at a high level, but you also build lifelong friendships along the way. The experiences and memories I’ve gained through this program are truly special, and they’re something I’ll carry with me for the rest of my life. It’s also incredibly rewarding to know that you play a key role in contributing to the energy and excitement of the game-day experience.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about the AUMB, trumpet section, etc. I’m looking forward to meeting everyone and working together at preseason camp. War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Matthew Thompson, and I am extremely excited to be serving as one of your mellophone section leaders for the 2026 AUMB season. I grew up in Alabaster, Alabama and graduated from Thompson High School in 2023. This fall, I will be a senior majoring in Exercise Science and spending my fourth year with the AUMB. In addition to the AUMB, I have been in ensembles such as Symphonic Winds, Concert Band, Symphony Orchestra, Horn Ensemble, and Basketball Pep Band.

Being a member of the AUMB has been the highlight of my college career. I’ve met many of my closest friends and been blessed with so many wonderful experiences during my time in this band. It is very rewarding to be in a group that always executes at such a high level, representing and upholding the standard for our amazing university.

If you have any questions about the AUMB or Auburn in general, please reach out, as I’d be more than happy to answer them! I’m excited to see you and get to work at preseason camp. War Eagle!

Hello everyone! My name is Victoria Whisenant, and I am honored to be serving as one of your mellophone section leaders for the 2026 season. This fall I will be a junior majoring in Supply Chain Management. I am from Helena, Alabama and I graduated from Helena High School in 2024. This will be my third season with the AUMB.

In addition to the AUMB, I participate in Basketball Pep Band and Concert Band. I am also a sister of our honorary band sorority, Tau Beta Sigma. Outside of the AUMB, I am a member of the Auburn Supply Chain Management Association.

Being a member of the AUMB has had such a positive impact on my life. Some of the very first friends I made here at Auburn University were from the AUMB. In this band I learned much more than just musicianship. I experience community, enhanced soft skills, and have learned that hard work leads to the most rewarding results. This program really is one of a kind and I cannot wait for this season.

If you have any questions or concerns about the AUMB or just Auburn in general, please do not hesitate to ask. War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Aditya Menon, and I am honored to serve as one of the trombone section leaders for the 2026 season! This fall, I will be a senior majoring in Electrical Engineering, and this will be my fourth season with the AUMB. I am from Decatur, Alabama and graduated from Austin High School in 2023. Outside of marching band, I am also involved with the Basketball Pep Band, Cupola Engineering Ambassadors and work at the Recruitment Outreach and Scholarship office at Brown Kopel.

Being part of the AUMB has had a great impact on my life and has provided me with experiences and friendships that I will cherish forever. The AUMB has given me friendships that extend far beyond the field, built on trust, accountability, and a shared passion for representing Auburn with pride. It has shaped my confidence, strengthened my leadership, and taught me the value of being part of something greater than myself.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. I cannot wait to see what’s in store for the 2026 season!

Hello and War Eagle! My name is Davis Muther, and I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as one of the trombone section leaders in the AUMB for the 2026 season. This fall, I will be a junior majoring in Political Science, and this will be my third season with the AUMB. I am from Prairie Village, Kansas, which is just outside of Kansas City, and I graduated from Shawnee Mission East High School in 2024. In addition to AUMB, I have participated in Basketball Pep Band, Jazz Band, and Symphony Orchestra.

Auditioning and becoming a member of the AUMB has been such a rewarding and incredible experience, which has given me many great opportunities and life-long friendships. Being from out-of-state, the AUMB made me feel right at home in Auburn and gave me such a great community and organization to be a part of as soon as I started school. On top of helping me grow as a musician, the experiences, lessons, and skills I have gained from the AUMB will be with me throughout my life.

I am so excited to meet everyone in the fall and for another great marching season. If you have any questions about the AUMB or about Auburn in general, please feel free to reach out to me. Thank you and War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Hannah Herring, and I am excited to serve as one of your 2026 baritone section leaders! I am from Auburn, Alabama, and graduated from Auburn High School in 2023. This fall, I will be a senior double majoring in music education and psychology, and this will be my fourth season with the AUMB. In addition to marching band, I also participate in Concert Band, Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble, and Basketball Pep Band. I am a member of Kappa Kappa Psi, an honorary band service organization, and Sigma Alpha Iota, a social music sorority.

Auditioning for the AUMB was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Being part of the Auburn family in such a meaningful way has been incredibly rewarding and has helped me grow both as a musician and as a person. I will always cherish the friendships, experiences, and memories that have shaped my college journey.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, and I can’t wait to get started this fall!

Hello and War Eagle! My name is Jonah Jeck, and I am proud and honored to serve as one of your Baritone Section Leaders for the 2026 season. I am from Auburn, Alabama, and I graduated from Auburn High School in 2024. This fall, I will be a junior majoring in Music Education. This will be my first season as a section leader and my third season in the AUMB. In addition to the AUMB, I am a member of the Basketball Pep Band, Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble, and Concert Band.

Being a member of the AUMB has made my college experience truly amazing. I have met some of my best friends and created many unforgettable memories. Being part of the Auburn Family and contributing to Auburn's rich traditions is a surreal experience. I look forward to meeting you all! If you have any questions, feel free to email me. War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is James Ezra Brown II. I am blessed to serve as one of your 2026 Tuba Section Leaders! I am a native of Montgomery, Alabama, and a graduate of Trinity Presbyterian School. This fall, I will be a junior pursuing a B.A. in Music and Liberal Arts with a minor in Music Business. This will be my third year in the AUMB and my first year serving as a section leader. In addition to the AUMB, I perform in Concert Band, Basketball Pep Band, Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble, and the Tiger Quintet. I am also a proud brother of the ThrowDown Theta Delta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Being a member of the AUMB has impacted my life and played a key role in shaping the man I am today. I have met friends who I now consider family and built strong relationships throughout each season that truly make the time fly. I’ve created memories that will last a lifetime and gained experiences that have taught me accountability and helped me grow—not just as a player, but as a person.

I’m truly looking forward to this new season, working alongside everyone, and making even more great memories. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. I am always here to help. War Eagle!

Hello, everyone! My name is Theron Nixon, and I will be your resident tuba section leader for the 2026 football season. I am from Marietta, Georgia, and I graduated from Pope High School in 2023. This fall, I will be a senior studying Hotel and Restaurant Management with a minor in Business, and this is my fourth year in the AUMB. Outside of marching band, I am also involved with the Basketball Pep Band, Concert Band, and Tuba Euphonium Ensemble.

Being a member of the AUMB is one of the most worthwhile experiences I have had here at Auburn. Since joining I have made so many amazing friends, and I have gotten the chance to travel to great places. As much as I enjoy getting to go to football games, I also enjoy getting to be a contributor to the atmosphere and game day environments. I cannot wait to meet you all this upcoming season, and if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. War Eagle!

Hello! My name is Owen Nichols, and this fall I will be a junior studying Building Science. I graduated from UMS-Wright Preparatory School in Mobile, Alabama, in 2024. This will be my third season with the AUMB as a member of the Battery Percussion section, and I am proud to serve as your Battery section leader for the 2026 season.

Outside of the AUMB I participate in Percussion Ensemble, the Alabama Association of General Contractors, ASC Region 2 Competitions, Club Swimming, and the Dungeons and Dragons Club here at Auburn. I also enjoy rock-climbing, working-out, building LEGOs, hiking, and hanging out with friends.

The Auburn University Marching Band has been one of the most incredible experiences of my life. Not only has it helped me to grow in musicianship and performance, but taught me valuable lessons of leadership, stewardship, and hard work. The AUMB has also given me a group of great friends here at Auburn that has helped me feel more at home here, which I wish for everyone in the next freshman class. Should you have any questions about the AUMB, drumline, tryouts, etc., feel free to reach out. War Eagle!

Hi! My name is Mandy Gregory. This fall, I will be a junior majoring in Music Education – Percussion. I graduated high school from Alabama Christian Academy in Montgomery, Alabama in 2024. This will be my third season in the AUMB, and I am thrilled to serve as your Front Ensemble section leader.

Outside of the AUMB, I am typically found in my natural habitat – practicing in Goodwin Hall. On campus, I am involved in Percussion Ensemble, the Symphonic Winds Ensemble, and I am a part of the AU Music Ambassador team. I also like to make time for my hobbies, which include cross stitching, reading, and building LEGOS.

The AUMB has been an amazing part of my life these past few years. Since the first time I watched a performance, I knew I wanted to be a part of this amazing band. I have met many fantastic people in this program, and everyone is incredibly supportive. The AUMB has also taught me so much about leadership and collaboration. If you have any questions about the front ensemble, the AUMB, or anything at all please do not hesitate to reach out! War Eagle!

War Eagle!! My name is Avery Flynt, and I am honored to serve as the Majorette Captain for the 2026 season. I’m originally from Cullman, Alabama, and graduated from Good Hope High School in 2024. This will be my third season with the AUMB, and because of the opportunity to graduate early, I will be a senior in the Elementary Education program.

I began twirling in the first grade with a dream of one day becoming an Auburn Majorette. Now, having the opportunity not only to wear the uniform but to lead and support the incredible young women on this team means more to me than I can put into words. The friendships, opportunities, and lessons I’ve gained through the AUMB have shaped who I am, and I am ecstatic about pouring that same encouragement and passion back into our program. I cannot wait to see what this season brings and to welcome the next group of members into the AUMB Family. I can’t wait to meet you! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out, I’m happy to help! Again, War Eagle!!

Hello and War Eagle!! My name is Lexie Mapes and I’m so excited to serve as Captain of the 2026 Flagline! I am from Brentwood, Tennessee where I graduated from Ravenwood High School. In the fall, I will be a senior majoring in Biomedical Sciences (Pre-PA track) with a minor in Psychology. In addition to the AUMB, I am a member of the Pre-PA club, a sister of the sorority Tri-Sigma, and a volunteer at the CARE Humane Society.

This will be my fourth season as a member of the AUMB, and it has truly been the highlight of my time here at Auburn. This amazing organization has increased my discipline and work ethic while giving me the space to make new friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. Being a part of the AUMB really helped ease the transition into college by creating a friendly and welcoming environment that I can always turn to. I cannot wait for another incredible season alongside the many wonderful people of the AUMB! If you have any questions about the AUMB, Tiger Eyes, or Auburn in general feel free to reach out! War Eagle!!

War Eagle! My name is Gracie Hulsey, and I am honored to serve as Co-Captain of the Flagline for the 2026 season with the Auburn University Marching Band. I am from Gardendale, Alabama, where I graduated from Gardendale High School in 2024. This fall, I will be a junior at Auburn University, majoring in Spanish with a minor in Music Business, and this will be my third year as a member of the Flagline. In addition to my involvement with the AUMB, I am a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma, where I serve as a Greek Sing Manager for the sorority.

Being part of the AUMB has been such a blessing, and I am incredibly thankful to the Lord for the opportunities, friendships, and experiences He has provided me through this organization. It has allowed me to represent the university I have loved for as long as I can remember, build lifelong friendships, and create unforgettable memories. Through my time in the AUMB, I have also gained life skills and discipline that will stay with me far beyond my college years.

I am so excited for the 2026 season and cannot wait to see all that is in store. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! War Eagle!

War Eagle! My name is Melina Moulas, and I have the honor of serving as the 2026 Danceline Captain! I am from Flower Mound, Texas graduating from Flower Mound High School in 2023. In the fall, I will be a senior majoring in elementary education. In addition to being a Tiger Eye, I am involved with the student ministry Chi Alpha, and I teach at a local dance studio. Some of my hobbies other than dancing include painting, antique shopping, and volunteering!

Being a part of the AUMB has been such a blessing. It is such a supportive and loving environment that has allowed me to grow in ways I would have never imagined possible. It is so fulfilling to do what I love with the people I love. I can’t wait to practice and perform with all the incredibly talented members of the AUMB! I will be soaking in every minute of this upcoming season because it is truly such a once in a lifetime experience. If you have any questions or wonderings about the AUMB, Danceline, or Auburn in general, please reach out! I’d love to help answer any and all questions.