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C.D. HYLTON HIGH SCHOOL
Sixth Annual
Drill Competition
18 April 2015
0800hrs Instructors/Cadet Commanders Meeting
0830hrs Competition Start-Time
Categories:
Armed Exhibition
Armed Regulation
Color Guard
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1 Year Color Guard
Inspection
Unarmed Exhibition
Unarmed Regulation
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1 Year Unarmed Regulation
Inspection Team
Individual Knockout
This package includes: Rules and regulations, dates and times, entry form, timelines, etc.
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MEMORANDUM FOR ALL JROTC INSTRUCTORS & DRILL TEAMS
FROM: C. D. Hylton High School
VA-20062 AFJROTC
SUBJECT: Sixth Annual Drill Meet
Hello to all the units who have made this event so successful. It’s our pleasure to once again invite you and your
teams to compete in our sixth annual drill meet to be held on 18 Apr 15, starting at 0800hrs. Instructors and Cadet
Commanders meeting will start at 0830hrs. Our objective is to host a quality drill meet that will be challenging in an
environment that promotes Espirit de Corps, competition and most of all to have some FUN.
We hope this will be an exciting learning experience for all cadets participating. As the host, our cadets will not be
competing for awards, however they will be in the rotation to perform, as well assisting schools, instructors, and judges as
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needed during the day. The following events will be held, and 1 , 2 , and 3rd place awards will be given in each category:
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Armed Exhibition
Armed Regulation
Regulation Color Guard
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1 Year Regulation Color Guard
Inspection
Knockout
Unarmed Exhibition
Unarmed Regulation
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1 Year Unarmed Regulation
The fees for entering a unit/team are as follows:
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$175.00 entry fee for each unit (due with registration form)
$2.00 per cadet for the Knockout Drill
Please respond as soon as possible by filling out and returning the included Entry Form. We must limit participation to the
first 20 schools that respond on a first come (pay), first served basis. Return the entry fee and the registration form no
later than 10 April 2015.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 703-580-4248, MSgt Eubanks or Major Allen, during regular school hours
([email protected], or [email protected].) Thank you very much for joining us as we take flight!
SHEILA F. ALLEN, Major, USAF (Ret)
Senior Aerospace Science Instructor
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SIXTH ANNUAL VA-20062 DRILL COMPETITION
Entry Form Please Print & Return
School Name & Unit Number
Address
State
Zip
Instructors
Your Contact information (e-mail, FAX, cells, school number, etc.)
Teams entering
Teams
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Color Guard
Unarmed Regulation
Armed Regulation
Unarmed Inspection Team
Individual Knockout
Armed Exhibition
Unarmed Exhibition
Mail entry form and $175 to: (by 11 April 2015)
C.D. Hylton High School
VA-20062 AFJROTC
14051 Spriggs Road
Woodbridge, VA 22193
Office & Fax: (703) 580-4248
Call prior to Faxing.
Introduction
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The VA-20062 AFJROTC Drill meet will be held on 18th of April at 0830hrs indoors at C.D. Hylton High
School, Woodbridge, VA 22193. The drill competition is open to all JROTC units as a venue for showcasing
their skills in drill and ceremony. The goal of this competition is to instill the highest values of teamwork,
honor, spirit, competition AND FUN among its participants. Instructors and cadets should hold this competition
to the highest JROTC standards.
The events are Unarmed Inspection, Color Guard, Armed & Unarmed Regulation Drill, as well as Armed and
Unarmed Exhibition and 1st Yr (AS-1) Unarmed Regulation and Color Guard opportunities, ending with
Individual Knockout.
Arrival & Start Time
Schools can check in between 0700 and 0745, competition will start at 0830 and there will be an instructor and
cadet commanders meeting at 0800 in the AFJROTC classroom E-119. For planning purposes, the awards
ceremony is scheduled for 1600, although this is subject to change. All events will be going at the same time
and schools will cycle through each event.
Rules and Requirements:
1. All drill movements are to be conducted in accordance with JROTC Standards.
2. All teams must “report-in” and “report-out” to the senior official. Failure to report in/out will result in a 10point deduction from the team score. Example: “Sir, Arlington Senior Academy, Unarmed Regulation Team
reporting in for drill competition.”
3. Judges are not to be questioned while judging is taking place. All disagreements will go through MSgt
Eubanks.
4. Guidons can be used during standard drill.
5. Uniforms will be worn in accordance with the JROTC Uniform guidance. Points will be deducted for
cadets failing to meet uniform and/or grooming standards (any team). Modified uniform items like colored
berets, ascots, gloves, etc. are authorized for exhibition teams. Team uniforms should match all team members
wearing the same uniform.
6. There is a maximum five minute time limit for Color Guard and regulation drill competitions. Exhibition
teams are not to exceed four minutes and no less than two minutes.
7. Teams may practice during competition in any area available, other than the competition floors. Weather,
time and space permitting practice will be allowed in the rear of the gym, on the black-top area, and tennis
courts. Teams who are on deck will not be allowed to practice while waiting.
8. Teams must be ready when called – an order/sequence of schools will be handed out the morning of the
event (possibly e-mailed prior to the drill meet).
9. Grading starts when a team enters the drill area and ends when the team exits the drill area.
10. See individual grade sheets for specific requirements for each team.
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11. “Armed” means rifles (demilitarized or parade rifles). For regulation armed all members must carry a rifle
including the commander.
12. For regulation drill and inspection team the units must have a minimum of three elements of at least three
cadets in each element (10 total cadet’s minimum). Sabers will be permitted if notified prior to event taking
place.
13. At check-in, schools will be given their score sheets to hand to the judges when they report in for each
event. Ensure school name is listed on score card.
Awards
Trophies will be awarded for:
1. The top three teams in each category.
2. The top three overall teams with the highest combined scores in all events.
3. Top three Individuals in Knockout (individual knockout does not count toward the team championship)
Scoring
The top six teams in each category receive points toward the overall team championship and the top three teams
receive overall team trophies.
Event
Color Guard
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1stYear
Color Guard
Exhibition
Unarmed
Exhibition
Armed
Regulation
1stYear
Armed
Regulation
Unarmed
Regulation
1stYear
Unarmed
Regulation
Inspection
Teams
Points
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For the overall team championship, the performance of a school’s Inspection Team will be used as the first tiebreaking method among schools (which school finished higher in the inspection team competition), followed by
Unarmed Regulation and then Armed Regulation (if a tie still exists) and finally Color Guard.
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Color Guard
Time Limit: N/A
Flight size: Four cadets – two flag bearers and two riflemen
Must complete exact sequence listed
Drill Maneuver
From the starting position (colors at carry)
Forward March (judging begins)
Left Wheel March
Forward March
Guard Halt
Present Arms (see Note 1)
Report In (-10 if fail to report in)
Order Arms
Uncase Colors (see Note 2)
Order Colors
Parade Rest
Guard Attention
Carry Colors (see Note 3)
Right Wheel March
Forward March
Right Wheel March
Forward March
Half-step March
Forward March
Right Wheel March
Forward March
Eyes Right
Ready Front
Guard Halt
Colors Reverse March (Counter March-Marine Corps)
Forward March
Left Wheel March
Forward March
Guard Halt
Present Arms (Present Colors-Marine Corps)
Report Out (-10 if fail to report out)
Order Arms (Carry Colors-Marine Corps)
Left Wheel March
Forward March (Exit Drill Area)
Mistakes or poorly executed maneuver (-2 each)
Out of Bounds and Missed items (-4)
Overall sharpness of movements, commander voice and
bearing, etc. – Perfect score – no deductions
Appearance: Color guard unit will be inspected prior to
entering the drill floor - Perfect score, no deductions
(uniforms, grooming, etc.)
Color Guard units should report-in and report-out at the
same spot. Points will be deducted for units missing their
starting spot. Zero deductions if < 3 ft./ -5 if > 3ft.
Comments
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Judges start with 100ptsfor each routine, then subtract for any
deductions. (Tie breakers: 1st Appearance, 2nd Mistakes, 3rd
Overall sharpness, 4th back to head judge)
(Judge marks)
Total deductions
Total (100 possible)
** Colors Reverse March - refer to FM 3-21.5, Feb 2004 (V-2629) page 15-9
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Color Guard Judging Guidelines
The Color Guard is formed and marched in one rank at CLOSE INTERVAL. at a normal pace of 120 steps per minute
utilizing a 24 inch step. The Guards will march at Right Shoulder Arms. The flag bearers in the center. The guards
march at RIGHT SHOULDER.
The Color Guard executes facing movements by wheeling to the right or left. To execute a wheeling movement the guard
nearest the direction of the turn serves as the pivot point and executes the movement by marching in place and
simultaneously turning in the new direction. Other members shorten their steps and turn in an arc keeping abreast of each
other to maintain alignment. When the movement has been completed each member automatically marches in place until
the command HALT or FORWARD MARCH is given. The National Flag bearer will command the Color Guard.
COMMAND MOVEMENT
At the Command: "Fall ln" The color Guard will assume "Order Colors". The Color Guard is formed and in one rank at
close interval.
Flag position:
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Rest the base of the staff on the marching surface touching the outside of the right
foot opposite the ball of the
right foot.
Hold the staff in the right hand with the back of the hand facing outward. Hold the staff in the "U" formed by the
thumb and forefinger, with the fingers joined. (AFMAN 36-2203 pg. 105 Fig.7.s)..
The thumb and fingers should point toward the marching service.
Rest the staff against the hollow of the shoulder
Rifle Position:
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the rifle on the marching surface, centered on the right foot with the sights to the rear.
The toe of the rifle is on line with the front of the right foot.
Secure the rifle with the right hand in a "U" formed by the fingers (extended and joined) and thumb.
Hold the rifle above the upper band so that the thumb is pointing at the ground and on the seam of the pants
with the fingers extended and joined pointing to the ground.
Place the butt of
ORDER COLORS: To order colors from the carry position the command is "Order Colors"
Flag Position: Upon the command "Order Colors ",flag bearers remove flags from the harness and move to right side and
lower to the marching surface assuming the position of attention
Rifle Position: Upon the command "Order Colors" the rifles
will conduct order arms placing the rifles on the marching
surface assuming the position of attention
PARADE REST:
Flag Position: Parade rest with the colors is executed with the staffs held vertical.
 Rest the base of the staff on the marching surface touching the outside of the right foot opposite the ball of the
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right foot.
Hold the staff in the right hand with the back of the hand facing outward. Hold the staff in the "U" formed by the
thumb and forefinger with the fingers joined. (AFMAN 26-2203 Pg 108Fig 7.11
The thumb and fingers should be pointed toward the marching surface.
Rest the staff in the hollow of the shoulder.
Rifle Position;
 On the command of execution thrust the muzzle forward while sliding the hand upward to grab the upper part of
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the stock.
Keep the toe of the butt in line with the front of the right foot.
Keep the right arm straight.
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Feet and Hand Position:
 Feet will be 12 inches apart
 The arm will be placed behind you with the hand placed in the small of the back with the fingers extended and
joined
CARRY COLORS:
Flag Position:
 Rest the ferrule (bottom of the flag) in the socket of the sling.
 The socket is adjusted to ensure that the finial (top of the flag) of any other flag does not exceed the height of
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the American flag.
Grasp the staff with the right hand even with the shoulder,
The left hand will be at the side with the hand cupped and the thumb along the seam of the trousers. NOTE: The
left hand may be positioned below the right hand on windy days.
The elbow of the right arm will be at approximately a 90 degree angle from the shoulder and the forearm parallel
to the ground.
Rifle Position:
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Guards will march at the right shoulder arms
Grasp the heel of the butt between the first two fingers with the thumb and forefinger touching at the first joint
The right forearm will be parallel to the marching surface.
Keep the elbow in, touching the side.
The left arm will be at the side with the hand cupped and the thumb extended down along the seam of the pants.
While marching the left arm will swing in a coordinated arm swing.
PRESENT COLORS:
Flags:
The National flag does NOT change position.
 Thrust the right arm forward, shoulder high, until the arm is fully extended and horizontal to the marching
surface
 The flag should form an approximate 45 degree angle
Rifles:
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The rifles will go to present arms on the command of execution
EYES RIGHT:
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On the command of execution the flag bearers turn their heads sharply 45 degrees to the right.
The organizational flag will execute a color salute by sharply thrusting their right arm forward until the arm is
straight and horizontal to the marching surface. (AFMAN 36-22A3 Pg LLZ Fig 7.13)
Rifles:
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The rifles will remain at right shoulder.
The left guard will turn their head sharply 45 degrees to the right.
The right guard will continue marching with the head and eyes facing forward.
READY FRONT:
Flags and Rifles:
 On the command of execution the flag bearers and rifles will return their heads sharply to the front.
 The organizational flag bearer will return the flag to the carry position by sharply pulling their arm to their chest
and returning their forearm to a 90 degree angle from the shoulder and parallel to the ground
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90 DEGREE TURN
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The Color Guard executes facing movements by wheeling (about) to the right or left. To execute a wheeling or
about movement the guard nearest the direction of the turn serves as the pivot point and executes the
movement by marching in place and simultaneously turning in the new direction. Other members shorten their
steps and turn in an arc keeping abreast of each other to maintain alignment. When the movement has been
completed each member automatically marches in place until the command Halt or Forward March is given.
180 DEGREE TURN
 ALL Members execute the following movements simultaneously
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"Colors Reverse"; Any deviations or unusual delays by team members is considered exhibition and will not be
allowed. Note: National Flag color bearer executes first facing movement in marching. (This member does not
just perform two left face movements.)
Executing Colors Reverse
 The National Colors bearer faces left in marching and faces left again while marking time
 The organizational flag bearer takes one step forward with the left foot and executes a facing movement to the
right in marching, takes 2 half steps, faces to the right in marching and takes one step in the new direction. They
will then continue to mark time dressed to the National colors.
 The right guard takes 2 steps forward, faces to the left in marching, takes 1 full step and 3 half steps, faces to the
left in marching and takes 2 steps in the new direction.
 The left guard takes l. step forward, Faces to the right in marching, takes 1 full step and 3 half steps, faces to the
right in marching and takes L step forward in the new direction.
 All members will mark time after executing their movements and will dress to the National colors until the
commander directs either halt or forward march.
 The command to reverse colors can be given from a halt or from marching. lf the command is given while
marching, the command Colors Reverse March is given as the left foot contacts the marching surface.
UNCASE COLORS:
This sequence is to be performed strictly as instructed below. The manual leaves little room for interpretation and there
will be no exhibition maneuvers. i.e. Spinning of rifles, "Queen Ann " salutes, etc.
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. "Sling Arms". This is to be done at the position of attention. There will be no kneeling or stepping
forward with one foot, etc. Rifles will be placed on the right hip, not the right thigh. All slings will be of
regulation webbing
 "Post" From the line abreast formation: Guards execute a 45 degree facing movement out from their
position to the right/left and march 4 paces. They halt and execute an about face.
o The Commander then orders "Uncase The Colors". The flag bearers remove the flags from the harness
and lower them, as you would present a guidon. The two guards move forward and untie and uncase
the colors. The Color bearers unfurl the colors and immediately return the colors to the carry
position. . While the Colors are being unfurled the guards will fold the cases and secure them in their
left hand or arm.
 Following the uncasing the order "Present Arms" is given. No exhibition salutes are allowed.
o On the Command Present Arms the guards will place their left hands (with cases) over the rifle
strap at the shoulder. They will render a salute with their right hand. On the command Order
Arms the guards drop their salute and grasp the rifle sling with their right hand and return their
left hand to their side resuming their position of attention.
 Following uncasing, the cases will be secured in the Guard's left hand. The guards are at attention,
therefore the cases should not be held out in the palm of the hand as if offering them to someone, nor should
they be placed under the left arm in the armpit.
 On "Post", following uncasing, the guards move behind their respective color bearer and place the folded cases
inside the cartridge belts. The cases are not to be placed behind the flag harness or in a pouch.
 The guards will then return to their respective positions in line and un-sling their rifles returning to the
right shoulder arms position. This is an automatic movement, no command is given.
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Time Limit: N/A
Unarmed Regulation
2.
Flight Size: Minimum 9 cadets plus a
commander - Three elements.
Complete sequence
as listed below
Deductions
Drill Maneuver
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Fall-In
Forward, March(Enter the Drill Pad)
Flight, Halt
Left or Right, Face (Face the judge)
Dress Right, Dress
Ready, Front
Report in*
Right Face
Forward March
Column Right, March
Forward, March
Right Flank, March
Left Flank, March
Column Right, March
Forward, March
Half-Step, March
Forward, March
Mark-Time, March
Flight Halt
Right Face
Right-Step March
Flight-Halt
Left-Step March
Flight Halt
Forward, March
To the Rear, March
Left Flank, March
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To the Rear, March
Close March
Forward March
Extend March
Forward March
Column Right, March
Forward, March
Change-Step, March
Column Right, March
Forward, March
Flight, Halt
Left Face
Present Arms
Present Arms-Report Out
Order Arms
Right or Left Face ( To exit drill pad)
Forward March (Exit Pad)
Teams should report-in and reportout at the same spot. Points will be
deducted for teams missing their
starting spot.
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>6’ 6’ 5’
4’ < 3’
Maneuvers conducted improperly
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Failure to report in or out (-10)
Missed Maneuver (-4 each)
Unit together in all movements
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Judges – start with 100 points and
subtract for each mistake and/or
missed maneuver, out of bounds,
etc.
Commander (Voice and Bearing)
Outstanding – no deductions
1 1 1 1 1 1
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Uniform/grooming standards
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Out of Bounds ______ X (-10)
If a maneuver is added - out of
sequence no points are added
(remains -4 missed maneuver/out of
sequence)
Tie Breakers - Fewer deduction in:
1st – Flight Movement/Unity
2nd – Commander
3rd - Uniform/grooming
Total deductions
(Judge)
(100 possible points)
Total
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Time Limit: N/A
Inspection Team
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Flight Size: Minimum 9 cadets plus a commander Three elements.
Cadet
Drill Maneuver
Cadet
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Forward March (enter the drill pad)
2*
Flight Halt
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Left Face
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Depending on the inspection area – cadets may
march in or may have to form-up and perform an
“open ranks”
Judges will provide instructions
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Flight commander will then conduct an “Open
Ranks”
When the commander is through with the open
ranks (elements aligned, etc.), He/She will report
in and notify the Inspector “Sir, CD Hylton HS,
Reporting in and Ready For Inspection”
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At this point the inspector(s) will move through
the flight completing the inspection (each cadet
will be inspected and asked a question
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After the inspection, the inspector will instruct the
commander to complete a “Close-Ranks”
After “Close-Ranks” the commander will report
out
Right Face
Forward March – exit the inspection area –
inspection complete
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Open ranks
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Military Bearing
Close ranks
Report-in
Report-out
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Overall impression
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Deductions
(Question also includes military bearing)
Uniform: 1 1 1 1 1
Question 1 1 1 1 1
Uniform:
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Uniform:
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Uniform:
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Total deductions
(inspection)
There are 20 points for the commander and
flight to demonstrate military bearing, open and
close-ranks, etc.
Command Voice 1 2 3 4 5
Flight alignment
Must complete
exact sequence as
listed below
There are 80 points for uniform and ability to
answer questions
Each cadet starts out with 8 points including the
CC. cadets can lose points on their uniform,
grooming standards and their ability to answer
the inspection question while maintaining their
military bearing
Inspection deductions (80)
Open ranks (20)
1 low score …………….. 5 the best
Total
/40
Total team score
/100
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4.
Time Limit: N/A
Armed Regulation
Flight Size: Minimum 9 cadets plus Commander - Three
elements.
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Drill Maneuver
Fall-in
Right /Left Face (face the drill pad)
Port Arms
Forward March
Halt (in front of judge)
Order Arms
Right Face (or left face to face the judge)
Present Arms (report in)
Order Arms
Parade Rest
Attention
Right, Face
Left Shoulder, Arms
Forward March
Column Right, March
Forward, March
Port Arms
Right Flank, March
Left Flank, March
To The Rear, March
Left Shoulder, Arms (Marching)
To The Rear, March
Right Shoulder, Arms (Marching)
Column Right, March
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Failure to report in/out (-4)
Missed Maneuver (-10 each)
This maneuver is to be completed by
everyone on the team (including the
commander) together – in the sequence
given, beginning from order arms:
Forward, March
Port Arms, (Marching)
Column Right, March
Forward, March
Flight Halt
Order Arms
Right Face
Right-Step, March
Flight Halt
Left Face
Right Shoulder, Arms
Forward, March
Column Right, March
Forward, March
Flight, Halt
Order Arms
Left Face
16 Count Manual Arms (*In Unison)
Present Arms (Report Out)
Order Arms
Left/Right Face (To exit drill pad)
Port Arms
Forward, March
Maneuvers conducted improperly (-2 each)
Judges – start with 100 points and subtract
for each mistake and/or
Missed maneuver(s), out of bounds, etc. Add
commander points to get a total
If a maneuver is added - out of sequence no
points are added (remains -10 for missed
maneuvers or out of sequence)
Teams should report-in and report-out at the
same spot. Points will be deducted for teams
missing their starting spot.
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5’ 4’ < 3’
** 16 count Manual of Arms
Complete sequence as listed
below
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Out of Bounds ______ X (- 10)
Uniform/grooming standards ____ X (-2)
Commander (Voice and Bearing)
Add 1-5 points 1 2 3 4
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Poor Ave
Outstanding
Total
Port Arms (1, 2)
Left Shoulder (3,4)
Port Arms (5,6)
Right Shoulder (7,8, 9)
Port Arms (10, 11)
Present Arms (12)
Port Arms (13)
Order Arms (14, 15, 16)
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5.
Time Limit: 4-6 minutes
Armed Exhibition
Flight Size: Minimum 6 cadets plus commander - No maximum
Drill Maneuver
Exhibition events will be judged on the
following criteria:
Scale
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2
Comments/Deductions
Commander’s report in/out, bearing and
leadership, originality, etc.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Unit proficiency, cohesion and precision
(team is always together on every movement)
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Team Military Bearing
(Sharp, standing straight, etc.)
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Degree of difficulty: (Consider performed
maneuvers, types of rifles, silent drill, spins,
tosses, constant movement, etc.)
5
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Routine flow (does routine stop and start or
continual movement with smooth transitions, is
there a beginning and end)
6
7
8
9
10
Deductions
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 low -----------------------10 high
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Overall impression – to include
Uniform/grooming standards
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Uniqueness: Does the routine have some
unique maneuvers
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Stay within boundaries
(-4 each time a team leaves the area)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Meeting time requirements (4-6 minutes)
1-15 seconds over/under (-2)
16 - 29 seconds over/under (-4)
over/under 30 seconds (-8)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Errors
(-2 for each minor error, example: out of step)
2
2
2 2
2 2
2 2
2 2
(-4 for each major error, rifle dropped)
4
4
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 4
Judges should just mark through a “1” for the
mistakes and then add up the total deductions after
routine
For individual event trophy: Tie breakers use item 6
first, then item 2, then item 3, then item 4
Total deductions for this section
Total deductions
Final Score ( /100)
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6.
Time Limit: 4-6 minutes
Unarmed Exhibition
Flight Size: Minimum 6 cadets plus commander - No maximum
Drill Maneuver
Exhibition events will be judged on the
following criteria:
1
2
Scale
Commander’s report in/out, bearing and
leadership
6
7
8
9
10
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Degree of difficulty (silent drill, number of
different maneuvers, constant movement, etc.)
5
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Team Military Bearing
(Sharpe, standing straight, etc.)
4
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 low -----------------------10 high
Unit proficiency, cohesion and precision
(working together, crisp movements, etc.)
3
Deductions
Comments/Deductions
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Routine flow (does routine stop and start –
continual movement)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Overall impression – to include
Uniform/grooming standards
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Uniqueness – does the routine have some
unique maneuvers
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Meeting time requirements (4-6 minutes)
1-15 seconds over/under (-2)
16 - 29 seconds over/under (-4)
over/under 30 seconds (-8)
Stay within boundaries
(-4 each time)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Errors
(-2 for each minor error, example, out of step)
(-4 for each major error, wrong maneuver, losing
military bearing, etc.)
Judges should just mark through a “2/4” for the
mistakes and then add up the total deductions after
the routine
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
2
4
2
4
2
4
2
4
Total deductions for this section
(Judge)
Total deductions
For individual event trophy: Tie breakers use item
6 first, then item 2, then item 3, then item 4
100 points possible - Total
(/100)
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Time Limit: N/A
1st Year Unarmed Regulation
7
Flight Size: Minimum 6 cadets plus a
commander - Two Elements.
Must complete
exact sequence as
listed below
Deductions
Drill Maneuver
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Fall-In
Forward, March (Enter the Drill Pad)
Flight, Halt
Right, Face
Open Ranks, March
Ready Front
Present, Arms (Report in)
Order, Arms
Parade Rest
Tench Hut
Close Ranks, March
Left Face
About Face
Mark-Time, March
Forward, March
Right Flank March
Left Flank March
Column Right March
Forward, March
To the Rear, March
Teams should report-in and reportout at the same spot. Points will
be deducted for teams missing their
starting spot.
-8
-6 -4
-2
0
>6’ 6’ 5’
4’ < 3’
Failure to report in or out (-4)
Missed Maneuver (-5 each)
Judges – start with 100 points and
subtract for each mistake and/or
missed maneuver, out of bounds,
etc.
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
To the Rear, March
Column Right, March
Eyes Right
Ready Front
Column Right, March
Forward, March
Change Step, March
Column Right, March
Forward, March
Flight/Squad Halt
Left Face
Right Step, March
Flight Halt
Left Step, March
Flight/Squad Halt
Present Arms (Report Out)
Order Arms
Left Face
Forward, March
Flight Halt
Fall Out
Maneuvers conducted improperly
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
2
2
Uniform/grooming standards
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Unit together in all movements
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Commander (Voice and Bearing)
Outstanding – no deductions
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Out of Bounds ______ X (-5)
If a maneuver is added - out of
sequence no points are added
(remains -5 missed maneuver/out
of sequence)
Tie Breakers - Fewer deduction in:
1st – Unit together
2nd – Commander
3rd - Uniform/grooming
4th – Maneuvers conducted
improperly
Total deductions
(Judge)
(100 possible points)
Total
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8
1st Year (AS-1) Color Guard
Time Limit: N/A
Flight size: Four cadets – two flag bearers and two riflemen
Drill Maneuver
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
From the starting position (colors at carry)
Forward March (judging begins)
Left Wheel March
Forward March
Color Guard Halt
Present Arms (see Note 1)
Report In
Order Arms
Parade Rest
Guard Attention
Carry Colors (see Note 3)
Right Wheel March
Forward March
Half-step March
Forward March
Right Wheel March
Forward March
Right Wheel March
Eyes Right
Ready Front
Right Wheel March
Forward March
Right Wheel March
Forward March
Left Wheel March
Forward March
Colors Reverse March (Counter March-Marine Corps)
Colors Reverse March (Counter March-Marine Corps)
Guard Halt
Present Arms (Present Colors-Marine Corps)
Report Out
Order Arms (Carry Colors-Marine Corps)
Left Wheel March Forward March (exit the drill area)
Forward March (exit the drill area)
Mistakes or poorly executed maneuver (-2 each)
Missed item (-4)
Overall sharpness of movements, commander voice and
bearing, etc. – Perfect score – no deductions
Appearance: Color guard unit will be inspected prior to
entering the drill pad - Perfect score, no deductions (uniforms,
grooming, etc.)
Color Guard units should report-in and report-out at the
same spot. Points will be deducted for units missing their
starting spot. Zero deductions if within 5 ft.
Judges start with 100 points for each routine, then subtract for
any deduction
(Tie breakers: 1st – Appearance, 2nd Mistakes
3rd Overall sharpness, 4th back to head judge)
Must complete exact sequence listed
Comments
Total
Deductions
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
2 2
5
(Judge marks)
Total deductions
Total (100 possible)
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Inspection Questions: Air Force
1.
What does the diamond insignia represent on an Air Force enlisted rank?
First Sergeant
2.
What technological advanced device helped bombers win the Strategic bombing campaign in
Europe during WW-II?
Norden Bomb Sight
3.
When did the United States Air Force become a separate service?
18 Sept 1947
4.
How many stripes are there on the insignia of a Chief Master Sergeant?
Eight stripes
5.
What is operational name of D-Day?
Operation Overlord
6.
What was the top operational fighter aircraft used by the Navy and Air Force during the Vietnam
Conflict?
F-4 Phantom II
7.
Who is the leading American Ace?
Maj Richard Bong, Army Air Forces (USAAF)
8.
Cadets can be asked any Air Force (active duty or cadet) rank/pay-grade question. (example
below)
Cadet Smith what is your rank?
Cadet Smith what rank is equal to the pay-grade of O-5?
Response: Sir, the pay-grade O-5 is a Lt Colonel
9.
Cadets can also be asked about their ribbons, unit and any part of their uniform
** These are the only questions that will count toward scoring. If an inspector asks a question not listed
above – the cadet will not be marked down for not knowing – but the cadet is still expected to maintain
his/her military bearing.
** For any question, bearing counts: If a cadet answers a question correctly, however, moves, rolls
his/her eyes, moves his/her arms, etc. points will be deducted.
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Inspection Questions: Army
1.
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the United States military?
The President of the United States the Honorable Barack H. Obama
2.
When is the United States flag flown up-side-down?
When in Distress
3.
What is the birth date of the U.S. Army?
June 14, 1775
4.
What is the mission of the Army JROTC?
To motivate young people to be better citizens.
5.
Name the seven main objectives of JROTC?
Provide & Encourage Citizenship
Strengthen Self-Esteem
Develop Leadership Potential
Improve Physical Fitness
Promote High School Completion
Provide Incentive to Live a Drug-Free Life
Enhance Skills: Math and Science
6.
What is leadership?
Leadership is the ability to influence, lead, or guide others so as to accomplish a mission in the manner
desired.
7.
How many steps per minute are taken when marching at double time, with a 30-inch step?
180 steps per minuter
8.
Cadets can be asked any Army (active duty or cadet) rank/pay-grade question. (example below)
Cadet Smith what is your rank?
Cadet Smith what rank is equal to the pay-grade of O-5?
Response: Sir, the pay-grade O-5 is a Lt Colonel
** These are the only questions that will count toward scoring. If an inspector asks a question not listed
above – the cadet will not be marked down for not knowing – but the cadet is still expected to maintain
his/her military bearing.
** For any question, bearing counts: If a cadet answers a question correctly, however, moves, rolls
his/her eyes, moves his/her arms, etc. points will be deducted.
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Inspection Questions: Marines
1.
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the United States military?
The President of the United States the Honorable Barack H. Obama
2.
Who is the Commandant of the Marine Corps?
Gen. James F. Amos
3.
What is the birth date of the U.S. Marine Corps?
November 10, 1775
4.
Name five terminology terms?
Hatch = Door
Porthole = Window
Deck = Floor
Starboard = Right side of ship
Port = Left side of ship
5.
What are the three parts of the U.S. Marine Corps insignia and what do they represent?
Eagle = Air
Anchor = Sea
Globe = Land
6.
What is the U.S. Marine Corps moto?
Semper Fidelis (Latin for “Always Faithful”)
7.
What is the name of the U.S. Marine Corps mascot?
The Bulldog, Chesty
8.
Cadets can be asked any Marine Corps (active duty or cadet) rank/pay-grade question. (example
below)
Cadet Smith what is your rank?
Cadet Smith what rank is equal to the pay-grade of O-5?
Response: Sir, the pay-grade O-5 is a Lt Colonel
** These are the only questions that will count toward scoring. If an inspector asks a question not listed
above – the cadet will not be marked down for not knowing – but the cadet is still expected to maintain
his/her military bearing.
** For any question, bearing counts: If a cadet answers a question correctly, however, moves, rolls
his/her eyes, moves his/her arms, etc. points will be deducted.
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Inspection Questions: Navy
1.
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the United States military?
The President of the United States the Honorable Barack H. Obama
2.
When is quick time used during drill?
It is the normal cadence for drill and ceremonies, at 120 steps per minute
3.
What is the birth date of the U.S. Navy?
October 13, 1775
4.
Name six types of Navy warships?
Aircraft Carrier
Battleship
Destroyer
Cruiser
Frigate
Submarine
5.
What are the three parts of the U.S. Marine Corps insignia and what do they represent?
Eagle = Air
Anchor = Sea
Globe = Land
6.
What is the motto of the U.S. Navy?
“I have not yet begun to fight”
7.
What are the two principle Sea Commands?
The Atlantic Fleet
The Pacific Fleet
8.
Cadets can be asked any Navy (active duty or cadet) rank/pay-grade question. (example below)
Cadet Smith what is your rank?
Cadet Smith what rank is equal to the pay-grade of O-5?
Response: Sir, the pay-grade O-5 is a Commander
** These are the only questions that will count toward scoring. If an inspector asks a question not listed
above – the cadet will not be marked down for not knowing – but the cadet is still expected to maintain
his/her military bearing.
** For any question, bearing counts: If a cadet answers a question correctly, however, moves, rolls
his/her eyes, moves his/her arms, etc. points will be deducted.
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Individual Knockout
Individual Knockout – each school that participates will be allowed to enter no more than 10 cadets into an
Individual Knockout competition. The top three cadets will be awarded medals. All commands will be
standard commands found in FM 3-21.5, AFMAN 36-2203affmanJROTC Drill guides.
Place
Cadet
School
1
2
3
4
5
6
We hope to be able to hand your score sheets to each school before you depart.
Good Luck
C.D. HYLTON HIGH SCHOOL VA-20062
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