UTSA SPIRIT OF SAN ANTONIO COLORGUARD

The UTSA Colorguard is the official performing/competing colorguard unit for The University of Texas at San Antonio. Fall 2011 marked their inaugural season as a part of the UTSA Spirit of San Antonio (SOSA) Marching Band. Spring 2012 marked their inaugural season as an indoor performing unit. Our performers are dedicated, talented, and one of a kind! We strive to represent and support our athletic teams, our University, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY the great state of TEXAS! 

WE ARE ROADRUNNERS 🤙

The UTSA Colorguard is an integral part of the Spirit of San Antonio Marching Band (SOSA)
SOSA is the largest student organization on campus!

SOSA Mission Statement
Through hard work, determination and a passion for performing, we encourage pride throughout our campus, our alumni, and our community.

Through our performances, we aspire to show how the beauty and power of the performing arts at UTSA can create better leaders and musicians, enhance our personal growth through cooperation, collegiality and teamwork, as well as spread Roadrunner pride.

When we are together, in those moments, you see and hear future leaders, achievers, doctors, lawyers, civil servants, performers, scientists, and business pioneers who embody the very essence of what it means to be a Roadrunner.

Our spirit is undeniable,
We come from the great state of Texas, We are Roadrunners, We are UTSA,

and We are the Spirit of San Antonio.

UTSA colorguard consists of highly driven and spirited individuals that dance, spin flag, spin rifle, and cheer on their fellow Roadrunners both on and off the field.

The team performs at every home football game, championship game, bowl games, pep rallies, campus events….and more

FALL: FOOTBALL SEASON 🏈

COME SEE US AT THE ALAMODOME! We are one of only a few University’s who have a home stadium that is covered and indoors. Games will happen rain or shine! 72 degrees y’all!

SPRING: UTSA INDOOR!!

UTSA Indoor was officially established in 2017 when the percussion and colorguard combined to create a combination group.

This group consists of highly talented and energetic individuals. Musicians and movers a like, we take the court where we produce and perform intricate, entertaining, and exciting competitive shows.

• This is an auditioned ensemble

• Group consists of 35-45 performers

• We compete at both the TCGC (Texas Colorguard Circuit) and WGI (Winterguard International) events

• 2019 marked our first appearance at WGI Nationals where we placed 7th in PIO (Percussion Independent Open)

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FALL 2024 Colorguard AUDITIONS!

💙🧡🤙JOIN OUR TEAM! ALL LEVEL EXPERIENCE WELCOMED AND ENCOURAGED TO JOIN! 🤙🧡💙

JOIN US!!!

🗓 SUNDAY April 28th

🕰12pm-5pm

📍UTSA Main Campus - CONVOCATION CENTER

Any and all donations are greatly appreciated! Funds are used towards new flag poles, silks, uniform parts, rifles, and so so much more! Every bit helps! Consider donating today!

UNIQUE TIMES - 2020

As we all worked through the pandemic season, we still wanted to provide our students with the opportunity to perform.

PRIOR TO Spring Break 2020 - UTSA Indoor performed at WGI Dallas >>>>>>

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT WE WERE ABLE TO ACHIEVE BEFORE THE
SEASON’S ABRUPT END 🤙💙🧡

10th anniversary edition/Covid edition!
We were not allowed on the football field at games this season so we spent our season in the stands spinning “swing flags”. None the less, our spirits stayed high and we were able to put together an exciting performance with our Auxiliary sisters (Pom and Twirlers) along with our drumline.

What you need to know for THOSE INTERESTED IN THE SOSA COLORGUARD….

DO I HAVE TO ATTEND UTSA TO BE IN the color guard?

You must be enrolled at UTSA in order to be in the guard. The color guard is an official part of the SOSA Marching band and is an official class. Each member MUST take the one-credit class once on the team. Class/team rehearsals are held Mon/wed/friday 6-9:30pm. We no longer accept community college students as members of SOSA. 

What should I bring?

Yourself, water bottle, and a positive attitude! Equipment will be provided. 

What should I wear?

Form fitting clothing that does not restrict movement and allows for body lines to clearly be seen. No jeans, long pants, or overly baggy clothing. Tennis shoes are a must. No large jewelry. Hair and make up should be performance quality.

What type of things will I have to do for the assessment?

Guard - You will be expected to demonstrate skills both movement and flag oriented. Ie. plies, tendus, across the floors, spins, tosses, carves, etc. In addition to those colorguard skills you will be observed throughout the audition process on your ability to learn, enthusiasm, projection, technique, showmanship and overall performance. We will be looking for your potential and ability to become a collegiate colorguard member and performer.*All skill levels are encouraged to audition! 

Does the colorguard spin weapons?

Yes, the UTSA colorguard will hold an optional audition for rifle later in the season. Your ability or interest in the rifle line will in no way affect your evaluation. The evaluation process is based solely on dance and flag, and or twirling. 

DOES IT COST ANY MONEY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE Assessment?

No. It does not cost you to participate. 

WHEN WILL I KNOW IF I MADE THE TEAM?

You will know if you have made the team or not within a week after the day of the auditions. 

WILL HOUSING BE PROVIDED FOR Assessments? 

No. You will need to find your own accommodations for audition dates. There a few hotels near campus should you need a place to stay.

Video Auditions/assessments for out of town students - 

If you are an incoming UTSA freshman from out of state and cannot make the audition date, you will be allowed to submit a videotape of yourself performing on your chosen section.

Guard must demonstrate drop spins, peggy spins (aka overhand spins), cones, pull hits, thumb flips, and any other basic flag skills you may do at your school that would demonstrate your control/skill with the equipment. You'll need to demonstrate that you're able to execute multiple tosses, including a basic pop toss, a standard double, a parallel toss, and a basic 45 toss.

Please submit videos to:

UTSA Department of Music

Attn: Randi Miles – Auxiliary Evaluations

One UTSA Circle

San Antonio, TX 78249

After we review your video, those submitting will be contacted with information regarding your evaluation. 

Thank you for your interest in the UTSA Auxiliaries!

Questions about Guard auditions? 

Please email Randi Miles at Randi.Miles@utsa.edu

SOME OF OUR INDOOR ADVENTURES

Meet the SOSA Directors

Learn more about the faculty/directors of the Spirit if San Antonio!
We have some of the best in our activity right here on UTSA soil

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See what we are up to and support your Roadrunners!!

Some of our past memories! 

Check out some videos of our past performances :-)

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE UTSA SOSA COLORGUARD PLEASE CONTACT Randi Miles, Director of the SOSA Colorguard, at Randi.Miles@utsa.edu