Army National Drill

U.S. Army JROTC National Drill Championship

The U.S. Army JROTC National Drill Championship is the premier national event showcasing the discipline, precision, and excellence of Army JROTC cadets. Held annually at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida, this spirited competition brings together top-performing drill teams from across the country to compete in both Regulation and Exhibition categories.

Upcoming Drill Events

📅 Date	📍 Location	🔗 Status
01 May 2026	Ocean Center, Daytona Beach, FL	✅ Past Event
Spring 2027	Ocean Center, Daytona Beach, FL	🕒 Details Coming Soon
Official invitations will be released soon. Stay tuned!

Championship Overview

Location: Ocean Center, Daytona Beach, FL
Format: Regulation Drill, Exhibition Drill, Color Guard, Dual/Single Armed Drill
Nomination Process: Brigade-nominated schools earn the honor of participating

Visit the official site for eligibility criteria and event resources:
thenationals.net

Why Drill Matters

Teamwork: Precision drill demands cohesion and unity
Leadership: Cadet commanders lead squads with confidence and command presence
Presentation: Sharp uniforms and synchronized movements reflect pride and discipline

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Howard High School Army JROTC Cadets at Drill Nationals 2025

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JROTC National Events Hub

Explore premier competitions and leadership experiences that define the Army JROTC program. These events challenge cadets in academics, fitness, STEM, and citizenship—while building lifelong skills and connections.

Featured Events

Raider Nationals – Oct 23–26, 2025, Fort Knox, KY. Includes obstacle courses, rope bridges, strength tests, and first aid challenges.
JLAB – Leadership & Academic Bowl – June 15–26, 2025, Washington, D.C. STEM activities, trivia competitions, and DC-area leadership experiences.
Drill Championships – May 2–3, 2026, Daytona Beach, FL. Armed/unarmed drill, color guard, and inspection events.
VEX Robotics Nationals – May 9–11, 2025, Dallas, TX. Engineering and coding competition with REC Foundation.
Air Rifle Championships – Regionals Feb–Mar; Finals Spring 2025. Sporter and precision marksmanship events.
CyberPatriot Challenge – Finals Spring 2025. Cybersecurity competition focused on securing virtual networks.
Archery Nationals – Spring 2025, Sandy, UT & Louisville, KY. Precision archery competition across two regions.
Drone Nationals – Spring 2025, TBD. New STEM event using RADC-approved drones.

Registration & Contact

Raider Registration

Vendor Registration (Email)

JLAB Registration