ABOUT THE UCM GUARD
Founded in 2013, the University of Central Missouri Winter Guard quickly established itself as a competitive force on the national stage. Since its inception, the program has earned multiple Semi-Finalist finishes at the Winter Guard International World Championships. In 2014, the team achieved a historic milestone—ranking 3rd in the world.
The UCM Guard program includes both a Fall Color Guard and a competitive Winter Guard. The Fall Guard is a vital part of the UCM Marching Mules, performing at all home football games and delivering dynamic, crowd-pleasing halftime entertainment.
During the winter season, the UCM Winter Guard competes locally in the Mid Continent Color Guard Association circuit and nationally with Winter Guard International. The program has represented UCM at WGI Regionals and the WGI World Championships, continuing its tradition of excellence, innovation, and competitive success.
STAFF & MEMBERS
Director
BAILEY
CARSON
Bailey Carson is proud to serve as Director of the Andesine of Central Missouri Color Guard and Head Director of the University of Central Missouri Guard program. She began her coaching career in 2016 and also serves as the Warrensburg Middle School and High School director. In 2023, Bailey returned to UCM as Assistant Director and became Head Director in 2025. She is passionate about developing strong technique, performance excellence, and a positive team culture while continuing to grow the activity in Central Missouri.
Assistant Director
LYNDSEY
WARD
Lyndsey Ward is excited to join staff of Andesine Winter Guard for the 2026 season. She has years of experience in choreographing and designing winter guard shows since 2019. She also currently serves as the Assistant Guard Director at Blue Springs South High School, where she focuses on building strong technique, confidence, and team culture. Lyndsey is passionate about mentoring performers and is looking forward to bringing her energy, leadership, and love for the activity to Andesine this season.
Assistant Director - Dance
ALEXIS
HAAK
Alexis Haak (Kenny) is excited to begin her first year as Assistant Coach with the Andesine of Central Missouri Color Guard. A graduate of Warrensburg High School, she earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Central Missouri. With nearly 20 years of dance training and experience including being a member of the UCM Mulekickers Dance Team, Alexis brings a strong focus on movement, performance quality, and building confidence within the team.
WANT ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR PROGRAM?
Our director can help provide clinics for your program during the marching season or winter guard season as well as assisting in show design and choreography. Contact Bailey Carson at colorguard@ucmo.edu for more information.
