2023 Participants
| Section | Line Up Number | Individual / Group | Detail Information |
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| Section “A” | Leading off at 9:30 a.m. | Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Dept. | Chad Chronister, Hillsborough County Sheriff and his Deputies |
| Section “A” | With the Sheriff’s Office | Mission BBQ | Bam Bam Deuce 1/2 |
| Section “A” | 1 | Mac Dill Honor Guard | |
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| Section “A” | 3 | Philip Woodwell, Honoree United States Air Force Accompanied by the Patriot Riders | Philip is a 93-year-old originally from Reading, Pennsylvania, who at the age of 18 joined the United States Air Force, serving from 1949 to 1953. He acquired the rank of Staff Sargent. This Korean War Era Veteran followed the footsteps of his two brothers and sister, who had joined the military during WWII. Philip became very proficient in Early Radar Advances during the cold war while serving in Alaska. He saw the phasing out of the B-29 and the introduction of its replacement, the B-37 and experienced flying over the North Pole in a B-29. Philip worked on the State-of-the-Arts Communication Advances in the early 50’s. Upon leaving military life, his technical knowledge was put to good use. As the race for space was in full swing, he had a front row seat in the battle over technology between the USA and the Soviet Union. His 20-year-tenure with Boeing Aircraft allowed him the opportunity to contribute to many programs, including the “Star Wars Program” and the development of the first working infrared device, which created the first television remote control. Philip Woodwell finally retired in the early 1990’s to Tampa Bay Florida where he and his family have lived for over 30 years. |
| Section “A” | 3a | Members of the 101st Airborne (Retired) | Alpha Company 1/501/101st Airborne (1969/1970 Vietnam). From Randolph, New Jersey |
| Section “A” | 3b | Col. James Hanson, USAF (Retired) | Vietnam Veteran saluting his Military Brothers & Sisters. |
| Section “A” | 4 | Webb Middle School Marching Band | The Marching Spiders are lead by their music Director, Thomas McNair. |
| Section “A” | 5 | Susan Valdes, State Rep | District 64 |
| Section “A” | 6 | Jay Collins, State Senator | |
| Section “A” | 7 | Harry Cohen, Hillsborough County Commissioner | District 1 |
| Section “A” | 8 | Joshua Wostal, Hillsborough County Commissioner | District 7 at Large |
| Section “A” | 9 | Donna Cameron Cepeda, Hillsborough County Commissioner | District 5 at Large |
| Section “A” | 10 | Cindy Stuart, Hillsborough County Clerk of Court | Cindy Stuart, Hillsborough County Clerk of Court & Comptroller, supporting our Veterans. |
| Section “A” | 11 | Bob Henriquez Hillsborough County Appraiser | County Appraiser |
| Section “A” | 11a | Nancy Millan, Hillsborough County Tax Collector | Hillsborough County Tax Collector, Nancy Millan, participating with members of her staff. |
| Section “A” | 12 FLOAT | Hillsborough County School District Board Members | Our float represents Hillsborough County Public Schools and the Hillsborough County School Board! Home to more than 220,000 students, and 24,000 employees, the Hillsborough County school district is the 7th largest in the country. On the float today are School Board Members Nadia Combs, Henry “Shake” Washington, Lynn Gray, Karen Perez and Patti Rendon. |
| Section “A” | 13 | Jefferson High School Air Force JROTC Cadets | Lead by their Instructor Major Spencer, USAF KC-135 Pilot. |
| Section “A” | 14 | American Legion Post 5 | |
| Section “A” | 15 FLOAT | American Legion Post 152 | |
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| Section “B” | 1 | Berkeley Preparatory School Marching Band | Marching Pipe Band lead by Patrick Fisher |
| Section “B” | 2 | Sorority of Active Duty and Veteran servicewomen. | We are a Sorority of Active Duty and Veteran Servicewomen. |
| Section “B” | 3 | Honored Bound, Inc. | Honored Bound’s purpose is to search the military’s database, locate accident reports of non-war lost military planes, create a database of the missing planes and all aboard, work with a team to find missing planes, and retrieve content and return missing servicemen and/or women to their families. They are NOT considered POW, MIA, or KIA per the United States Military records. |
| Section “B” | 4 FLOAT | Krewe of Chasco | Our float is an Americana theme float emphasizing the Old West. When you see our float coming down the parade route you see our signature bison, Bufford. |
| Section “B” | 5 FLOAT | Krewe of Agustina de Aragon | The Krewe of Agustina is themed after a Spanish heroine, Agustina de Aragon of Zaragoza, Spain. She became a national heroine when Napoleon’s Army besieged the town and 1808. As the French began to attack, the civilians fled leaving Agustina to grab the linstock from the dying gunner and fired the cannon at point blank range into the advancing army. The shot was was devastating and turned the tide of the battle. |
| Section “B” | 6 | Tampa Bay Lightning | Our entry will be our branded F-150 nicknamed “Rolling Thunder” as well as our Blue crew who will be passing out Tampa Bay Lightning related swag. |
| Section “B” | 7 | U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps | Marching in Honor of our American Veterans. |
| Section “B” | 8 FLOAT | TECO | TECO takes pride in saluting our Military Veterans. |
| Section “B” | 9 | Girl Scouts of America | Partnering with surrounding Girl Scout service units to participate in the parade as one unit. |
| Section “B” | 10 | Jackson Springs Senior Stars | Jackson Springs Senior Stars are based out of Jackson Springs recreation center on Jackson Springs Rd right here in Town & Country. These active alert and agile seniors participate in many activities at the rec center at no cost. If you think you can keep up with them. Come join them they would love to have you. |
| Section “B” | 11 | Boy Scout Troop 315 | Boy Scout of America |
| Section “B” | 12 FLOAT | Krewe of Sir Henry Morgan | Established in 2000 Pirates and Wenches Paying homage to the legendary Pirate, Captain Sir Henry Morgan, Admiral of the Brethren Coast, our mutineers have banded together to take up the life of true pirates, while always giving back to our Tampa Bay community. Our Motto: Live Well. Be Merry, Give Back & Enjoy the Life of a Pirate! |
| Section “B” | 13 | Morgan Woods Elementary School | Providing Excellence in Education |
| Section “B” | 14 | Martinez Middle School | We are the Dance Team from Martinez Middle School. We will be marching/dancing to a patriotic instrumental medley in Honor of our Military Veterans. |
| Section “B” | 15 | Layla Collins, Candidate | Layla Collins is a candidate for the Hillsborough County School Board. |
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| Section “C” | Shriners | Full Compliment of the best of the Shriners Parade Units. | |
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| Section “D” | 1 | Middleton High School Marching Tigers | High School Marching Band playing some drumbeats, dancing, and performing some fun songs for the parade. Lead by their Music Director Abraham Tejeda. |
| Section “D” | 2 FLOAT | Vietnam Helicopter | OH-6A military helicopter representing the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association Tampa chapter |
| Section “D” | 3 | Leto High School JNROTC | NJROTC high school Cadets and their Instructors, Navy Lieutenant Commander Larry L. Jordan and USMC Master Sargent Noemi Rodriguez. |
| Section “D” | 4 FLOAT | Buffalo Soldiers | Group promotes the History of the Buffalo Soldiers. |
| Section “D” | 5 FLOAT | F-Troop Tampa | Founded in 2004, F-Troop is an organization dedicated to having fun while giving back to our community. We support the Boys and Girls Clubs and Shriners Hospitals. |
| Section “D” | 6 FLOAT | Thieves of San Lorenzo | The Krewe’s name, signature red heart bead and motto ‘WE’LL STEAL YOUR HEART” came from a heartwarming story that took place centuries ago on the Caribbean Isle of San Lorenzo. The legend tells how these women and their beautiful settlement were victimized by pirates while their men were away at war. These strong willed, independent ladies acted and stole back what was theirs, thus stealing the hearts of their community. Today’s Thieves represent 110hardworking women. Staying true to their heritage, they have fun and focus on giving back to the community they love through volunteerism and charitable work. Their 4 local charities are: Shriners, Ronald McDonald House and the Veteran’s Hospitals along with The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay. |
| Section “D” | 7 | Sunshine Dancers | We are a 501c3 organization for the Arts and also conduct fundraisers to support Veterans. America’s Sunshine Dancers, Inc. d/b/a Sunshine City Dancers is a group of adult women ages 30’s to 60’s. We have a variety of backgrounds including NFL and College alumni dancers, dance studio owners, choreographers and others who enjoy the camaraderie of staying healthy while entertaining and helping others |
| Section “D” | 8 | Hillsborough County Anti Drug Alliance | HCADA Youth Clubs, YMAD (Youth Making a Difference) participates annually in this event to honor our Veterans. |
| Section “D” | 8a | Bob Gipson, 1968 Camero | Retired Army Ranger, showcasing his 1968 Chevy Camero in honor of our Military Veterans. |
| Section “D” | 9 | Moose Club | Tampa Elks 708 |
| Section “D” | 10 | Veterans Counseling Veterans | Veterans caring for Veterans, as they provide counseling |
| Section “D” | 10a | Alonso High School JROTC | Marching in Salute of our Military Veterans. Lead by their Army Instructor Marcus Fontaine. |
| Section “D” | 11 | Mary Lou Cuellar, Cadidate for Judge | Mary Lou is running for Circuit Court Judge. |
| Section “D” | 12 | Rocky Rochford, Captain, USN (Ret) Congressional Candidate | A retired US Navy Captain serving our country for 33.5 years. Rocky is running for Congress (Florida Congressional District 14). |
| Section “D” | 13 | Hillsborough County Republican Executive Committe | With gratitude, we honor our Military Veterans. |
| Section “D” | 14 | Bonnie Lambert, School Board Candidate | Candidate for Hillsborough County School Board, District 3. With 34 years in Education. She hopes to make a difference on the School Board. |
| Section “D” | 15 | Linette “Star” Brookins, Candidate for Judge | Linette “Starr” Brookins for County Court Judge, Group 11 |
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| Section “E” | 1 | Florida Polytechnic University | Small band with drumline from Florida Poly University Saluting our American Military Veterans. |
| Section “E” | 2 FLOAT | Marine Families | The Krewe of Semper Fi was founded in 2018. Semper Fidelis, usually shorted to Semper Fi, is the motto of the United States Marine Corps and is Latin for “always faithful.” Faithful to God, Country, Family, and the Corps. The Krewe of Semper Fi float is a Marine Corp Tank. Krewe of Semper Fi men are dressed as mechanics in full coveralls. The women are dressed as Rosie the Riveter who was a cultural icon and the star of a campaign aimed at recruiting female workers for defense industries. Walking with the Krewe of Semper Fi are active duty military from the Marine Corps and the Navy. Each parade, the Krewe of Semper Fi will invite military guests to walk together to promote comradery between all military branches and the Tampa Bay community. The Krewe of Semper Fi is an outreach program of Marine Families, a Florida based organization that “Honors, Supports, Educates and Inspires” military, veterans and their families. The Marine Families Organization provides community outreach, while promoting awareness and education on the daily sacrifices being made by our military. Although founded by marine parents, Marine Families is inclusive of all branches, veterans and patriotic supporters. With programs such as the Yellow Ribbon project, Wreaths Across America, and now the Krewe of Semper Fi, the Marine Families organization believes a military journey is not meant to walk alone. Founders: Kymberly Smith, Cyd Deathe (Pronounced Deeth), Kristin Maximo and Nick Pedrick |
| Section “E” | 2a | Vincent Bey, Army Veteran – Jeep | Vincent Brey, a 26-year Army Veteran and his family. |
| Section “E” | 3 | Hillsborough High School JROTC | JROTC’s mission, “To Motivate Young People to be Better Citizens”, is the guide post for the program’s success. Ana Munoz, Instructor. |
| Section “E” | 3a | Town & Country Baseball | Town ‘N Country Baseball is a youth recreational and competitive baseball organization for children ages 3-14 years old. To all Military Veterans, thank you! |
| Section “E” | 4 FLOAT | JPM Chase | With gratitude, we Salute our Military. |
| Section “E” | 4a FLOAT | Rod Sap – Military Duce 1/2 | Rod Sap – in a Duce 1/2 in Honor of his father, an Air Force Vietnam War F-4 Phantom Pilot and brother, an Air Force Afghanistan War pilot. |
| Section “E” | 5 | Black Sheep Veterans Association | Marching in Honor of our fellow Veterans. |
| Section “E” | 5a | Ernie Rancel, US Marine 1957 Cadillac. | USMC Veteran with his family in support of his fellow Veterans. |
| Section “E” | 6 FLOAT | Krewe of Retro Renegades | The Krewe of Retro Renegades is a radically retro, fabulously funky, and fun-loving group that was created by a group of friends and family for the purpose of honoring the musical history of the 1960s, 70’s & 80’s, as well as the culture-makers who helped shape the world by fostering true volunteerism by our members, encouraging friendship among community members of diverse backgrounds, and of course participating in the various parades in and around the Tampa Bay area. |
| Section “E” | 7 | Slingshots of Tampa Bay | Slingshots of Tampa Bay is honored to participate once again. our Military Veterans. |
| Section “E” | 8 | Lindsay Blaylock Group | Thank you Veterans! |
| Section “E” | 9 | Just Pull It Dental | A big thank you to our Military Veterans!!! |
| Section “E” | 10 | Sellstate Integrity Realty | We salute of Military Veterans |
| Section “E” | 11 FLOAT | Corsosforheroes | Corsos For Heroes is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing cane Corso dogs to first responders and veterans with TBI and or PTSD. |
| Section “E” | 12 FLOAT | Titan America, LLC | Ready Mix Truck to honor our Military Veterans. |
| Section “E” | 13 | Warrior Stables, LLC | Equestrian rider bearing US Flag and wearing the Veteran uniform of the Afghanistan war in honor of our Military Veterans. |