HONOLULU – The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team evaluated and performed at the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Pacific Regional Drill Meet in Honolulu, Hawaii, March 28, 2026.
The event highlighted the combined efforts of students, instructors and military members to develop leadership, discipline and a commitment to excellence among the next generation.
More than 15 schools from across the nation competed in eight events, ranging from solo unarmed regulation to team armed exhibition drills. During the competition, Honor Guard members and other judges evaluated routines and scored individual team members on execution, difficulty and precision.
It was also an opportunity to support the Honor Guard’s mission of connecting the American people to the U.S. armed forces.
“Being here is about more than judging—it’s about making an impact,” said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joshua Alvord, a training flight instructor with the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard. “Even small interactions can inspire cadets to pursue something greater.”
Waipahu High School Army JROTC’s “Marauder Battalion” took first place overall, earning a spot at the national competition in Daytona, Florida later this year.
“Drill is about constant improvement—making yourself and your team better every time you step on the pad,” said Cadet Reyna Robinson, the Marauder Battalion’s drill commander. “Building trust and connection with my cadets helped us come together and perform at our best.”
JROTC instructors and coaches played a key role in the success of their troops, mentoring cadets and reinforcing discipline and teamwork.
“Military drill gives students a foundation in discipline, honor and teamwork, while allowing them to express creativity and carry on traditions that connect generations,” said retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Charletta Burke, a JROTC instructor at President William McKinley High School in Honolulu. “Seeing cadets take pride in that legacy and push themselves to excel is incredibly rewarding.”
The cadets’ motivation to excel supported the Drill Team’s commitment to excellence and connection at the drill meet, a highly desirable quality for the next generation of service members.
| Date Taken: |
03.28.2026 |
| Date Posted: |
04.02.2026 11:00 |
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HONOLULU, HAWAII, US |
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