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In final round of the 2011 Skol Line Auditions, a group of extremely talented finalists, who advanced from the open audition round recently held at Vikings Headquarters at Winter Park, battled it out at the Skol Line Final Auditions on Monday evening, July 25^th at Mall of America for a coveted spot on this year’s roster.

Finalists each performed a unique solo as well as various group ensembles before a panel of judges and a packed audience to prove they have what it takes to drum for the Skol Line.

The Minnesota Vikings thank all of this year’s participants and are proud to announce the 2011 Skol Line presented by Best Buy. Drum roll please…

Your 2011 Minnesota Skol Line members are:

Snares:

Matt Richards // 4^th Year

Jason Herder // 4^th Year

Mike Neimeyer // 4^th Year

Mike LimBybliw // 1^st Year

Andrew Dussl // 2^nd Year

James Grumish // 2^nd Year

Nick Edwards // 2^nd Year

Quads:

Rob Casey // 3^rd Year

Dan Johnson // 4^th Year

Tom Reimer // 3^rd Year

Sam Peck // 3^rd Year

Bass:

Jay Matuzak // 4^th Year

Bryan Poetsch // 4^th Year

Matt Gullickson // 1^st Year

Kirk Fladung // 4^th Year

Patrick Lyons // 3^rd Year

Cymbals:

Chase Higgins // 3^rd Year

Jamar Pasley // 3^rd Year

Cora  Morris // 1^st Year

Rachel Naegele // 1^st Year

Alternates:

Daniel Jones // 1^st Year

Aaron Skogman // 1^st Year

LeKenneth Miller // 1^st Year

Kelly Elledge // 1^st Year

Joel Matuzak (Head Instructor) and Nick Moreno (Assistant Instructor) are also back for a 4^th year leading the talented group.

“We are excited to have the nucleus of our team back for the 4th year and with the addition of some great performers, we will be even better. We are looking forward to continuing to entertain Vikings fans throughout the 2011 season. Skol Vikings!”
- Joel Matuzak, Skol Line Head Instructor
 
“The Minnesota Vikings are thrilled to see the new Skol Line perform at Vikings games this fall. The line has been a very well received, entertaining addition to the game day experience which should continue to grow over the coming years.”
- Bryan Harper, Executive Producer – Vikings Entertainment Network

The Minnesota Vikings Skol Line was created in 2008 to provide game day entertainment for all Vikings home games and events. Ensemble members come from a variety of backgrounds including former marching band and drum corps members, teachers, small business owners and various other professions. Look for the Minnesota Vikings Skol Line performing at Mall of America Field before and during each Vikings home game and at various special events throughout the year.

Be sure check out the Minnesota Vikings Skol Line official Facebook page to keep up with all of the latest Skol Line happenings including upcoming appearances, photos and video. For questions or if you are interested in having the Skol Line appear at your next event, please e-mail skolline@vikings.nfl.net.

The Skol Line is presented by Best Buy and sponsored by Yamaha Drums, Zildjian Cymbals, Remo Drum heads and Pro-Mark Drumsticks.