WHAT IS THE RAIDER COMPETITION?

                     The Raider Competition or "Raider" as it is more commonly known is a very popular athletic competition held within Junior ROTC programs around the United States. One of the goals of the Raider program is to promote esprit de corps, teamwork, and self-confidence among JROTC cadets.  It is the Junior ROTC equivalent of the Army ROTC "Ranger" competition in college, only far less dangerous but very challenging as well! The events are held outdoors in state parks or large expansive wooded areas.

                       A team is comprised of 9 cadets.  Before each event, the team captain will choose 8 members to complete the event.  The extra member will stay on the sideline and cheer on the team.  Once a member has started the event, they must complete it.  No substitutions will be allowed.
This program is very difficult and relies heavily on physical fitness.  Areas in typical competitions include (but are not limited to): 

• • Modified Army Physical Fitness Test (2 minutes Pushups, 2-minute Situps, and a 1-mile run)

  • One-Rope Bridge

  • 5-Kilometer Road March

  • Litter Carry

  • Obstacle Courses

  • Logistics Relays

• Events can vary from event to event but will have a heavy emphasis on physical fitness and teamwork.

The Raider team is the most physically demanding extracurricular activity in JROTC.  A well-rounded Raider team must be in top-notch shape as many of the activities include push-ups, sit-ups, and/or running.

 Raiders are for those cadets who wish to challenge their physical endurance, mental strength, and leadership. All cadets who participate in the Raider team will have a chance to strengthen their leadership, improve their fitness, and participate in competitions against other school Raider teams. Raiders are for people who want to put their fitness and endurance on the line, people who wish to challenge themselves.

Instructors: COL Keith M Rivers

Raider Commander: (CDT)  Jonathan Perez

Assitance: (CDT) Jimenez keuri

Make sure everyone works together as a team

Showing up to practice with determination

Make sure nobody gets injured

Practice Schedules

Raider Team 1: Thursdays from 14:45-16:30 p.m.

Raider Members: Anderson, Osorio Alexander, Medrano Justin, Lopez Roxana, Rodriguez Angel, Salvador Jason,  Verenice sorto, Tejada Ashley, Sorto Odalis, Medrano Henry, Brian Tchinda, Nzeni Rachael, Tejada Yea, Guardado Jeremy,  Hernandez Ethan, Pope Elise, Zavala Anibal, Escamilla Bryan, Murcia Levi, Saavedra Michelle, Cruz Jose, Lucero Daniel, Medrano Heidi, Salvador Jason, Lucero Yasmin, Anderson Xavier, Williams Jasmine, Reyes Nathan, Coates Janiyah, Tejada Anthony, Escamilla Osmar, Pope Aaron, pérez lesly, Maclewis Fondoh, Hernandez Yarexi, Flores Katherine.

                                       MAPPT Scores

• The Modified Army Physical Training Test is used at all Raider Competitions.  The event consists of:

  • 2 minutes of Push-ups

  • 2 minutes of Sit-ups

  • 1 Mile run

• All events will be done in that order and with minimal time between events.  The team captain will determine which 8 members will complete the event.  Those 8 members will do their best without regard to the other team members.  Each individual will receive a score from 0 to 300.  The scores will then be added together from all 8 members to determine the team score (0-2400).
  BOTTOM LINE!!!!
  DO YOUR BEST TO GET THE HIGHEST SCORE!!!!