<p>The band is irrelevant - You get assigned to a band based on how much of a bump you need in the admissions process, with C band tips going to the weakest applicants, B to the somewhat stronger, and A to the most qualified. The coaches work through the Athletic Department and the Admissions Office to assign recruited athletes to the band that is necessary to get the athlete admitted. The important thing is to determine whether you have been tipped – the band part works itself out. . .</p>