Four of Virginia's esteemed military schools came together this past weekend, April 20th, for the first annual Virginia Military School State Drill Competition, held at Benedictine College Preparatory. Fork Union Military Academy emerged as a top competitor, showcasing exceptional drill skills and teamwork, against the host Benedictine, Randolph-Macon Academy, and Hargrave Military Academy.
Seventeen dedicated cadets from Fork Union’s Retan Rifles participated in the competition, representing the school in five individual and team events. The cadets poured their hearts into rigorous practice sessions over the past month, meticulously honing their drill routines and movements in preparation for the competition. Their hard work and dedication paid off in impressive results.
Fork Union achieved podium finishes in every category they participated in, including:
The competition served as a thrilling display of discipline, precision, and camaraderie amongst cadets from Virginia's military schools.
“For Retan Rifles, this success is a significant milestone, fueling their motivation for even greater accomplishments in the future,” said ETN1(SS) John Warren, the faculty advisor for Retan Rifles. “The cadets are already setting their sights on next year's competition, eager to build upon their achievements and further solidify FUMA's position as a leader in drill excellence.”
Next year’s competition will be held at Randolph-Macon Academy.
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