🪖 The National High School Drill Team Championship

The National High School Drill Team Championship is a all-service Drill & Ceremony competition for JROTC Cadets. The event has been held since 1982 and U.S. Army Cadet Command became the official sponsor in 1988. The competition takes place in Daytona Beach, Florida.


📅Event Information:

Past event: 2-4 May, 2024

Future events: coming soon

Location: Ocean Center, Daytona Beach, FL

📝Key Highlights:

    • The Events take place every Spring.
    • Teams from all branches of service compete for the national title.
    • Active duty Drill Sergeants from every service branch serve as judges.
    • Competitions are held across four disciplines:

      • Regulation Drill

      • Exhibition Drill

      • Color Guard

      • Inspection

    • Each discipline includes Armed and Unarmed divisions.

🔗 Learn More Visit the official website for full details: 👉 https://thenationals.net/nhsdtc.htm

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National High School Drill Team Championships


Event Overview

  • All-service JROTC Drill & Ceremony competition
  • Held annually at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida
  • Features Regulation, Exhibition, Color Guard, and Inspection events
  • Judged by active duty Drill Sergeants from all branches

Key Resources


Cadet Benefits

  • Showcase discipline, precision, and teamwork
  • Compete nationally and earn recognition for your unit
  • Experience military tradition and camaraderie
  • Access scholarships and leadership opportunities


Note: Registration opens October 1st. Schools entering by December 15th are guaranteed acceptance.