04/28/2026
What a day for our NS1 cadets.
This past Saturday, many of our freshmen stepped into AAD competition for the very first time and what they showed was so much more than performance. They showed courage, teamwork, resilience, and pride.
This is where leadership begins.
It begins in the practice, in learning the skills, in trusting your teammates, and in finding the strength to push through the nerves and step onto the floor ready to give it your all. Competition is about more than results, it is about growth, confidence, and the willingness to challenge yourself even when it feels hard. Our freshmen did exactly that, and we could not be prouder of them.
A heartfelt thank you to all of the parents, families, and cadets who came out to support our team. Your encouragement, energy, and presence meant so much, especially for a group of cadets experiencing this moment for the first time.
And a very special thank you to our older cadets, who once again showed what this unit is truly about. Yes, they volunteered their time to help make the competition a success, but even more importantly, they showed up for our freshmen. They cheered them on, encouraged them, stood beside them, and helped create the kind of environment where younger cadets could feel supported and successful.
That is what being part of this unit means.
It means showing up for one another. It means leading by example. It means understanding that success is not only about your own performance, but also about how you help lift up the people around you.
That spirit was on full display all weekend from cheering on the PT team, to supporting our 2-Person Exhibition teams, to watching and encouraging Drill and Drones. The pride, support, and unity in the building was something special.
We are so proud of our NS1 cadets. We are grateful for our upperclassmen. And we are thankful for the families and alumni who continue to stand behind this program and these cadets every step of the way.
One unit. One team. Leading and supporting each other every step of the way.
