The 2025 season marks the third year of the Red Lobster Band of The Year competition, a season-long showcase that has quickly become a premier platform for HBCU marching bands. The contest pits programs across two divisions—Division I and Division II/NAIA—against each other, with the top two in each advancing to Atlanta for head-to-head showdowns that crown national champions. For the third consecutive year, HBCU Gameday has partnered with ESPN Events to reveal the rankings from start to finish, giving fans an insider look at how their favorite programs measure up. The stakes are high, with bragging rights, legacies, and
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