special teams
Rock Battalion Special Teams allow our Cadets to participate in extra-curricular activities during non-school hours! Practice Times vary with each team. Check with the Team Commander or Coach!
Raider team
The JROTC Raider Competition is based on specific skills found in the US Army Rangers!
Leadership, Endurance, Strength & Teamwork are all tested at the 5 event JROTC Raider Meet:
1. 5k Team Run: Raiders run 5k over cross country terrain in the fastest time
2. Rope Bridge: Raiders cross a One Rope Bridge over 60 feet in the fastest time
3. Tire Flip: Raiders flip a 666lb monster tire 100m in the fastest time
4. Sprint-Drag-Carry: Raiders drag 90lb and carry 30lb KBs 50m in the fastest time
5. Cross Country Rescue: 3k run carrying 100 pound litter & 3 x 30lb rucks in fastest time
Freshmen Cadets are encouraged to share this link, tryout and begin their own legacy!
UNIFORM
1. Raider Uniform will be OCPs (fatigues) and Raider T-Shirt at Raider Meets.
2. Raiders will meet the same Uniform & Grooming Requirements as the Dress Uniform.
SELECTION Criteria:
1. GPA (in all classes)
2. Fitness
3. Responsibility
DISQUALIFICATION Criteria:
1. Discipline (in any class or at home)
2. Attendance
3. Medical (see Major Celeste)
TRYOUTS:
1. 27, 28, 29 August (first event will be the One Mile Run)
2. If unable to attend then see Major Celeste
3. SPORTS PHYSICALS DUE No Later Than 16 Aug 2024
4. The Rockledge Med Fast Urgent Care allows Walk-Ins for Sports Physicals at www.medfastcare.com
5. The NEW 2024-25 Brevard Sports Physical Form can be found on the Battalion Website under the "Syllabus & Physical" Button or at www.BrevardSchools.org
6. The Sports Physical is required for JROTC and additional activities such as Sports or Band
PRACTICE:
1. Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri 0630-0730
2. Rock Battalion fundamental run is the 800m (2 laps around track). Thus if you're not sure what your best 800m time is then feel free to step on the track and run 2 laps!
AWARDS:
1. Raiders will be awarded the Black Raider Cord, Raider Arc and Raider Tab per award criteria
2. Raiders may also be awarded individual ribbons or medals at Raider Meets
COST:
1. $20.00 Raider Fee will cover the cost of the Raider T-Shirt and Raider Meet Registration fees
TENTATIVE 2024 SCHEDULE:
16 Aug Sports Physicals DUE
27-29 Aug Initial Tryouts
30 Aug Fitness Cut
13 Sep Interim Report Cards Posted
14 Sep Raider Combine @ Rockledge HS
18 Sep GPA Cut
TBD District Meet 1 @ Brevard Veterans Museum
6 Oct GPA Cut
TBD District Meet 2 @ Brevard Veterans Museum
TBD District Championship Meet @ Brevard Veterans Museum
16 Nov State Raider Meet (tentative)
6 Dec Raider Banquet
Airborne All the Way! Rangers Lead the Way!---Major Steven Celeste, Senior Army Instructor, Rockledge JROTC!
color guard team
jlab team
drill team
Drill Team will improve your attention to detail, your time management and your leadership skills! We are looking for Cadets willing to challenge themselves and be a part of the future leadership of THE Rock Battalion!
DRILL TEAM includes:
Color Guard: 4 Cadet Team that marches with Rifles & Flags
Armed Drill: Specific routine while marching with a rifle
Unarmed Drill: Specific routine while marching with no rifle
Rifle Exhibition: Design your OWN routine while carrying a rifle; NO Limits!
ADDITIONALLY:
1. ALL Cadets are eligible regardless of Rank, LET Level or Grade. You will improve HOW you wear the uniform, how you march and your own Command Voice. We will have LET 1s in leadership positions if needed.
2. Drill Team T-Shirt provided.
3. Drill Team excused from Uniform Days during Drill Season and wear OCPs.
4. Drill Team Cadets will be requested from their elective classes on Fridays to attend JROTC D&C Class pending quality GPAs.
PRACTICES:
Tue-Wed-Thu 0715-0815; First TRYOUT will be TUESDAY November 19th!
MEET SCHEDULE:
1. TBD Drill Kickoff Meet @ Rockledge HS
2. TBD District Meet @ Merritt Island
3. TBD District Meet @ Merritt Island
4. 21 Feb 2025 JPA-X Inspection (during school day)
5. TBD District Championship @ Merritt Island
6. TBD State Drill Meet @ Lakeland
7. TBD Nationals Meet @ Daytona Beach
AWARDS:
1. Drill Team is awarded the Red Drill Cord, the Drill Team Arc and Drill Team Tab.
2. Drill Cadets may also be awarded individual ribbons or medals at Drill Meets.
FEE:
1. No fee for District Drill Meet Registrations (National Drill Meet may require a fee).
DRILL TEAM PROMOTIONS
Drill Team Promotable Cadets have TWO Options:
Promote on Wednesday TBD in Class B Uniform during your class period. Only wear the uniform for class. OCPs or civilian attire remainder of day.
Promote on Saturday TBD in Class B Uniform @ Drill Meet. This will occur after the Drill Meet approximately 1200.
***Parents are invited to BOTH options! Let me know which option you prefer!***
flag detail team
saber team
honor guard team
rifle exhibition team
marksmanship team
jclc team
