We are pleased to introduce our 2022 Blue Stars Member Leadership Team! This group of young adults has gone above and beyond in offering their time, talents, and energy to ensure the Blue Stars have a successful, productive, and positive 2022 season.
Get to know the 2022 Blue Stars Leadership:
BECCA AGUILAR, Color Guard
Hometown: Carpentersville, IL
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: Northern Illinois University with a Major in Communicative Disorders - Speech Language Pathology and double minors in French and Rehabilitation Counseling; currently working at Medieval Times in Chicago.
“The Blue Stars have shown me that spinning is so much more than knowing where ‘8 and uh’ is, and I am so excited to create something that all of us can be proud of!”
RACHEL BROWN, Color Guard
Hometown: Rochester, NY
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: SUNY Geneseo majoring in Early Childhood/Childhood Education with a concentration in human development
“The Blue Stars is truly my favorite place to be! The encouraging and supportive atmosphere is something that I love most about this corps. I had a wonderful experience last summer and I am honored to have been chosen to be a part of the leadership team for this summer!”
CAMILLE CARSON, Tuba
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Years Marched: 2019 - 2021
School/Work: Studying at Southern Methodist University in the fall, earning two Bachelors of Science in Biology and Health and Society with minors in psychology, neuroscience, and art
”Being on the leadership team for the Blue Stars is an incredible opportunity to contribute to the success of the drum corps by encouraging and inspiring those around me, and it allows me to work closely with some of the best people in the activity to expand my own skills and ideas.”
ELI CHASTEEN, Bass
Hometown: Richmond, KY
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: Manager/cook at Apollo Pizza and battery coordinator at Madison Central
“Being a leader in the Blue Stars means that they trust me to take care of my own responsibilities as well as help others around me achieve their goals. Most of my job as a leader is to just lead by example and be a good model for what a Blue Star is supposed to be.”
CAMY COLÓN, Horn Sergeant/Trumpet
Hometown: Lumberton, NJ
Years Marched: 2019 - 2021
School/Work: Virginia Tech majoring in Mechanical Engineering
”The Blue Stars have been my family for three years now and it is such a privilege to work alongside the most talented, dedicated, and compassionate people I know. The relationships I've built here are irreplaceable. This corps has challenged me to be my best self and it is an honor to be serving as leadership.”
ANDREW CULBERTSON, Baritone
Hometown: Charlottesville, VA
Years Marched: 2019 - 2021
School/Work: University of Virginia majoring in Aerospace Engineering with a minor in Engineering Business
“The Blue Stars are an organization that has shaped me as a person and I am really looking forward to giving back a little bit more in my final year.”
MEGAN GAMMILL, Front Ensemble
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: West Valley High School
“I’m proud to say I’ve been a member of the Blue Stars since 2020. The passion, drive, and kindness of everyone involved with the corps is inspiring. The members, staff, and admin do a wonderful job of producing an excellent program as well as building a community where everyone feels safe and supported. I’m beyond excited to be a member of the leadership team this season.”
ADAM GERM, Mellophone
Hometown: Quakertown, PA
Years Marched: 2019 - 2021
School/Work: Beginning Physics Major at West Chester University in the Fall.
“The Blue Stars has given me more than I could have asked for: stunning performance opportunities, lifelong friendships, and the chance to turn a hobby I had in grade school into a huge production I can look back on and be proud of.”
HENNING HANSON, Front Ensemble
Hometown: La Crosse, WI
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: University of Minnesota majoring in Nonprofit and Public Administration
“I grew up watching the Blue Stars perform every year in my hometown of La Crosse, WI. I always told myself I would be a part of the organization. Now, having the ability to lead such a dedicated group of individuals is an honor.”
KARINA HOWEY, Drum Major
Hometown: Overland Park, KS
Years Marched: 2019 - 2021
School/Work: Percussion Performance and Nuclear Engineering at the University of Michigan
“My time with the Blue Stars family has shaped me into who I am today. I looked up to leadership my first years, and I'm honored and excited to add onto the work of the many generations of Blue Stars before me.”
BRYAN LINDSAY, Color Guard
Hometown: Rockford, MI
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: Works at The Melting Pot
“Being on leadership means that I get to help other members grow their love for this activity to the amount that it means to me”
ANTHONY LOSCH, Tuba
Hometown: O’Fallon, MO
Years Marched: 2018 - 2021
School/Work: Purdue University majoring in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
“Of all the years I have been with the Blue Stars this is the year I am most excited for, and to have the privilege of being on the leadership team, makes it even more special. FCO!”
JOSH MATARAZZO, Snare
Hometown: Queen Creek, AZ
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: Arizona State University majoring in Film and Media Production
“I’m incredibly excited to be a part of the leadership team at Blue Stars and to continue to pursue greatness with the rest of the talented individuals I have the privilege of marching next to. I’m grateful to be able to continue to push myself, as well as those around me to strive for the highest levels of execution and consistency. Having the opportunity to serve as an example and lead the drum line for this wonderful organization this year is truly going to be something special. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for the season and how far we will go.”
NOAH MENKE, Trumpet
Hometown: Brownsburg, IN
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: Ball State University studying Music Education
“The Blue Stars is an organization that is very near and dear to my heart. This place and it’s people are like family to me. I’m so excited to give something to the organization that has helped me grow as a musician and a person. This is home, and I can’t wait to work with all of these talented people and help them find their home here.”
HARLEA MONSON, Color Guard
Hometown: The Colony, TX
Years Marched: 2019 - 2021
School/Work: attending school for mathematics education and teaching color guard
“The Blue Stars are like a second home and family to me, and I can't wait for another amazing season!”
MACKENZIE RICHEY, Color Guard
Hometown: Franklin, IN
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: Purdue University studying Nursing
“To me, being a part of the Blue Stars organization is being welcomed into a supportive and uplifting environment that allows me to share my love for this activity with a family of people just as dedicated and passionate about performing as I am. I can’t wait to be back on the field with everyone doing”
EVAN SMITH, Quads
Hometown: Olathe, KS
Years Marched: 2021
School/Work: TreeHouse Custom Drums
“Blue Stars has become a home away from home for me. I have at times been pushed physically, mentally, and/ or spiritually in my time with the corps, and have experienced exponential personal growth. I love the people I get to work along side on the leadership team, and am humbled to be able to give back to this group.”
CUBE WYRICK, Color Guard
Hometown: Newport, KY
Years Marched: 2019 - 2021
School/Work: A barista at Starbucks, marches with Onyx
“Being on leadership is a huge accomplishment for me. When I came to the Blue Stars, my captains were my saving graces and I'm honored to have the opportunity to be there for others now.”
