[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAcqG0b6XNg[/embedyt] Fort Knox, Ky. — First Regiment Cadets were put through their first Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) to see if they meet the basic required physical standards. The first APFT is a way to see if the Cadets are in top physical shape when they arrive at Advanced Camp. The Cadets will hopefully only have to take the test once, however, they will get the opportunity to re-test if they fail. The test covers these three events: push-ups, sit-ups, and a two-mile run. Maj. Edward Adams, an ROTC instructor at Gonzaga University, said “We generally would like for them [...]

Fort Knox, Ky.- Today, the 6th Regiment, Alpha and Bravo Company Basic Camp Cadets graduate Cadet Summer Training 2018. Proud family members from all across the country gather together to witness the inspiring ceremony. These Cadets have all come a long way and yet this is only the beginning. Day in and day out they trained rigorously, overcame tremendous fears, and strengthened themselves to achieve their highest level of excellence. There has been outstanding growth from the day they first arrived. Throughout each exercise completed they acquired leadership characteristics, teamwork and accountability for one another, and the strength and stamina to conquer all tasks. Excitement is in the [...]

FORT KNOX, Ky. – 6th Regiment, Advanced Camp is 24,000 steps closer to graduation after completing their 12-mile ruck march at Fort Knox, July 25. The Cadets began gathering near the starting line before 3:00 AM. They stepped off 30 minutes later and began what some called their ‘journey home’. “It really felt like we were rucking to go home.” said Baylon Northap, Edinboro University. “It didn’t feel that long, because every mile felt like another step closer to home. The further you got the more excitement built up and the faster you were going.” The bright red moon and the sea of [...]

FORT KNOX, Ky. – 8th Regiment, Advanced Camp Cadets started their Squad Training Exercises at Fort Knox July 23. Cadets huddle around their Cadre as they learn about tactical exercises. Capt. Francisco Ramirez, State University of New York, works closely with this group of Cadets and guides them on the proper ways to set up and run their missions. According to Ramirez the training gives Cadets from different programs, with different levels of support, a standard way of doing missions. “I try and go step by step,” Ramirez said “that way everybody has the exact same information.” The training consists of [...]