445th Recruiting Squadron helps judge JROTC drill meet

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  • By Staff Sgt. Robert Nelson
  • 445th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio --  Two recruiters from the 445th Reserve Recruiting Squadron served as judges for the Eighth Annual Delaware County Drill Meet at Rutherford B. Hayes High School in Delaware, Ohio, March 16.

Senior Master Sgt. Brian Boyd and Tech. Sgt. Clayton Callahan served as drill judges in the category of advanced color guard for different Air Force Junior ROTC units competing from around Ohio. The judging focused on execution of movement, dress and cover, remaining within boundaries, military bearing, and uniform and personal appearance.

Sergeant Boyd was proud he had the opportunity to participate as a judge. He said the Junior ROTC program is an important program and it teaches the students that nothing people do in life is easy.

"We were there to not only serve as judges but to show that we care and support the program. It was also an opportunity to meet with and talk to students interested in joining the Air Force one day," Sergeant Boyd said. "This is just another step in recruiting for the 445th," he added.

During the day, the two sergeants along with their fellow judges witnessed various four-person traditional color guard routines that consisted of precise commands, in sequence and from memory. The competition also included unarmed and armed exhibition events that were judged on innovation, creativity and military precision. There was also an inspection event in which the cadets were judged on their dress and appearance plus their mastery of basic military knowledge.

"I really enjoyed my time as a judge. We don't have a high percentage of recruiting from Junior ROTC, but it allows us to portray a positive image of the Air Force. No one will remember who I was that day, but they will remember the recruiter from the Air Force that was there," Sergeant Callahan said.