From left, sophomore Nick Tanet, senior Noah Griffin, and junior Mel Allen take a breather after one of the tests. (Photos by Jeff Strout and senior Will Strout)

On Saturday, Jan. 28, Jesuit’s MCJROTC hosted its 29th annual drill meet. Cadets from 21 schools across Louisiana and Texas were on campus to compete in the all-day meet. MCJROTC cadets competed in drill, color guard, and physical fitness.

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The Armed Drill Team, led by senior John Crowson, placed first in the inspection phase and third in the overall armed drill category.  The Unarmed Drill Team, led by junior Matthew Richards, placed first in the exhibition drill phase and second in the overall unarmed drill category. The first team Color Guard, led by senior Travis Kieff, placed first in the color guard competition. Aided by a strong showing by the Physical Fitness Team, led by senior Noah Griffin, Jesuit took second place overall in the meet. In addition, the tug-of-war team, led by junior Will Shropshire, took second place in the tug-of-war competition.

Photos by Jeff Strout and senior Will Strout