New cadets recently participated in a drill and ceremony competition -- something that has not happened during Cadet Basic Training for a very long time. Alexander Canacci ‘14, CBT 1 Cadet Command Sergeant Major, said, “No one here even remembers the last time this kind of competition was held -- it’s been that long.”
Approximately nine new cadets from each company were selected by cadre to compete on behalf of their company in Central Area. While the nine were competing, the rest of the company cheered them on. “It is amazing how supportive everyone is of each other,” Canacci said. “It is obvious that they care a lot about this.”
Over the past few weeks, cadre have been preparing the Class of 2017 to be successful cadets, and this competition was a clear indication of their transformation. The competition, won by Delta Company, contributed to 10-15% of the points for “best company” of Cadet Basic Training.
Canacci suggested the competition because he wanted to show the importance of drill and ceremony. “I want the new cadets to know how much it means to look good as a team,” he said.
See photos from the competition in our myCapture album and on our Facebook page.
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Cadre Bring Back Drill and Ceremony Competition
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