Madison scouts Hall of Fame

Edward Benjamin Matthews, 2025 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Edward Matthews

Edward Benjamin (EB) Matthews (1923 - 2013) was a significant figure in the history of the Madison Scouts Drum & Bugle Corps. He was from Madison, Wisconsin, and was a founding member of the Madison Scouts when they were established as a Boy Scout Drum & Bugle Corps in 1938. Notably, he was also the first Black Drum Major for the corps. E.B. was a natural leader in early public performances of the Madison Scouts and his story is magnified through the lenses of a legendary family, as he is the brother of Ollie Mae Banks, who is also being honored as an inductee in the MSHOF Class of 2025.

Henry James Barney, 2025 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Henry Barney

Henry James Barney (1945-2025) began his volunteer service with the Madison Scouts organization in the mid-1970s. Henry would tour with the Madison Scouts souvenir crew while on summer break from teaching 5th grade science at Schenk Elementary School in Madison, Wisconsin. Henry was drawn to the Scouts through his musical interests, as he could pick up and play almost any instrument.

Patricia Omilianowski, 2025 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Patricia Omilianowski

Patricia “Pat” Omilianowski began her volunteer service with the Madison Scouts organization alongside her husband, Dan, when their son, Andy (percussion), joined the Jr. Scouts in 1977. Pat would take weekends and vacation time from her job at the University of Wisconsin to help out. Dan and Pat were known to travel with the Jr. Scouts in their motorhome and were recognized by their CB call signs, “Zero” and “Sub-Zero.” Pat did many things for the Junior Scouts, including cooking, sewing flags, mending and washing uniforms, and merchandise sales.

Barbara "Barb" Loeffelholz, 2025 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Barb Loeffelholz

Barb Loeffelholz began her volunteer service with the Madison Scouts organization alongside her husband, Adrian, when their sons, Mike (brass), Mark (percussion), and Eric (brass), marched with the Madison Junior Scouts from 1978 to 1981. Adrian and Barb were known to travel with the Jr. Scouts in their motorhome, which was affectionately referred to by its CB call signs, “Leader” and “Yellow Duck.” Barb did many things for the Junior Scouts, including cooking, sewing flags, mending and washing uniforms, and merchandise sales.

Ollie Mae Banks, 2025 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Ollie Mae Banks

Ollie Mae Banks (1924 -1992), cook, Corps Mother, Sister of a Founding Drum Major, Bodyguard, and resolver of disputes.

Ollie Mae Banks was widely known in the Madison Scout community and the drum corps world as the “original” legendary cook technician for the Madison Scouts from 1980 through 1991.

Chris Forbes, 2025 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Chris Forbes

Christopher (Metzger) Forbes is a highly respected figure in the drum corps world, particularly known for his time as a soprano soloist with the Madison Scouts Drum and Bugle Corps. He is widely recognized for his exceptional talent and is considered one of the "gods of Madison soloists."

DOP tailgate event Friday, July 25, 2025

We are proud to announce the 2025 class of the Madison Scouts Hall of Fame, a group of extraordinary individuals whose dedication, leadership, and service have left a lasting legacy on our organization. This year’s inductees include longtime volunteers Ollie Mae Banks, Barb Loeffelholz, Pat Omilianowski, and Henry Barney; member and instructor Chris Forbes; member, instructor, and board member Doug Tholo; and founding member and one of our original drum majors, Edward “EB” Matthews. Each has played a unique and vital role in shaping the spirit and success of the Madison Scouts.

Doug Tholo, 2025 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Doug Tholo

Doug Tholo is a highly significant figure in the history of the Madison Scouts Drum and Bugle Corps, based in Madison, Wisconsin, with a comprehensive background as a performer, drum major, instructor, designer, and administrator. His contribution and service span several decades, and he is widely recognized for his impact on the corps.

The Madison Scouts, Forward Performing Arts, and the Madison Scouts Alumni Association are pleased to announce the newly established Madison Scouts Hall of Fame, the highest achievement recognition and honor to individuals who have participated in the Madison Scouts organization throughout its long history.

Scott Stewart, 2022 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Scott Stewart

Bill Howard, 2022 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Bill Howard

Clarence H. Beebe, 2022 Madison Scouts Hall of Fame Inductee.

Clarence H Beebe