‘Oswego marching band soars to go back-to-back at state championships: ‘Oh my god’
Samantha Reed
Samantha Reed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
With a master's degree in Educational Policy from Syracuse University, Samantha has covered education issues for over five years at various local news outlets. Her work often delves into the intricate dynamics of local school districts, advocating for students and educators alike.
More from Samantha →Reporter · Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 11:54 PM · 1 min read
Syracuse, N.Y. — The enormity of the moment hit Oswego drum major Alessia Braun the second Medina was named runner-up in the Small School 2 class of the New York State Field Band Conference championship meet Sunday afternoon in the JMA Wireless Dome.