Entrance and Exit are optional. Novelty Groups Groups will use any equipment except standard baton, but they must include apparatus. Dance lines and poms are not included in this category. Judging emphasis is on audience appeal and unison. One baton may be used as a portion of the novelty routine.
Timing begins and ends with music.
Strut Teams Judged on routine content, unison and ability to stay in step with the music. Use own music. Floor pattern - down the length of the gym once, variations permitted. Timing begins with first movement and ends with salute or end of music. Any type of baton work and props permitted.