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Lubbock native, BYU student Jake Ward, set to compete in national Guitar Center Drum-Off finals
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk Shelby Radford , as published by KCBD News
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Jake Ward, who graduated from South Plains College in 2023, has made it to the final round.
A local musician is heading to Hollywood for a major competition. Jake Ward, who graduated from South Plains College in 2023, has made it to the final round. He will face off against other top drummers at the Fonda Theatre.
Ward's journey to the finals involved multiple rounds of competition, including a video submission and live performances. Further details about Ward's path to the finals are available from KCBD News. Ward is currently an undergraduate at BYU in Utah.
His achievement is notable, having beaten out many other drummers to secure a spot in the finals. More information about the competition and Ward's participation can be found through local news sources.
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Category: schools Published: August 13, 2026 Source: KCBD News Reading time: 1 min
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