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COVID-19 canceled marching season, so Parkview's drum major joined the Vikings' defensive line

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Special to the Springfield News-Leader

It was almost the seasons that never were for Parkview senior Kendrick Edwards.

But now he’s getting his chance at one season. Even if it isn’t exactly how he planned it.

The (likely) starting defensive lineman fell in love with band in middle school, despite uncertainty at first. He played tenor saxophone, and after a year, he realized it was something he really enjoyed.

“I wasn't sure about it, and then at the end of seventh grade, I was like, ‘this is actually something I wouldn't mind doing,’” he said.