PRF 330
2017
John J. Pershing Memorial Drill Competition SOP
National Society of Pershing Rifles
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PR FORM 330
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Contents
Table of Contents
John J. Pershing Memorial Drill Competition
Command and Signal
Registration
Eligibility
Conduct of Competition
Concept of Operations
Annex A: Exhibition of Platoon and Squad Requirements
Annex B: Exhibition of Duet and Individual Requirements
Annex C: Regulation for Platoon and Squad Requirements
Annex D: Color Guard Requirements
Annex E: Regulation of Individual "Knockout" Requirements
Annex F: Knowledge
Annex G: Unit Roster
Annex H: Head Judge and Score Room Sheet
Annex I: Drill Area
Annex J: Tort Liability Form
Annex K: Opening Ceremony
Annex L: Closing Ceremony
Annex M: Reference
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John J. Pershing Memorial Drill Competition
Date and Location
Date: 10 March 2017
Location: The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, Jacksonville, FL
Command and Signal
1. Command
a. The Chief Judge will be located in the main drill area. All decisions are final.
b. Only Unit Commanders may make inquiries at the judge’s table.
c. MDC OIC P/R CPT Michael Sticco will be located around the main drill area.
2. This command will maintain a Head Table in close proximity to the drill areas. It will
be manned by the MDC OIC and/or AOIC as well as any other selected staff at all
times.
3. When positioned at the Head Table, the MDC OIC and/or AOIC will be in charge of all
activities on the drill floor.
4. The MDC OIC will have final authority in any dispute.
5. Company Commanders and Drill Platoon / Team Commanders are responsible for the
following at all times:
a. Conduct of their Personnel
b. Knowledge of Competition Times for their Teams
c. Providing proper representation in the event they have to leave the drill floor
6. Throughout the competition, the Chain of Command will be utilized. If at any time
during the competition a problem arises, Riflemen are required to first address the
problem with their Company Commander. In the event the Company Commander
cannot resolve the problem, then and only then will the event OIC (or AOIC) be
consulted.
7. Signal
a. Radios
Radio
Concession Area Manager
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PR Group OIC Mr. Tom Carlsen
MDC OIC P/R CPT Michael Sticco
MDC NCOIC P/R MSG
b. Cell Phone Directory
Position
MDC OIC P/R CPT
NATCOM P/R MG
PR Group OIC
NDC NCOIC P/R MSG
Concession Area
Manager
Name
Michael Sticco
Tymothy Whisenand
Tom Calsen
c. Emergency Telephone Numbers
Title
Emergency Services
Mobile Number
315.651.5505
308.258.2974
770.354.4216
Telephone Number
911
d. Official Information
i. NATCON Website: www.prnatcon.com
ii. Active PR Website: www.pershingriflessociety.org
iii. PR Group Website : www.theprgroup.com
Registration
1. Pershing Rifles Units Registration:
a. All units intending to compete in the John J. Pershing Memorial Drill
Competition must register NLT 24 February 2017. Units who fail to register by
this date will be assessed a $50 late fee, the final window will close on 01
March 2017.
b. Unit registration will not be considered complete until the PR NHQ has
received the unit’s registration fee.
c. Registration will be available via the UMS, the alternative is for company
commanders to contact their regiment commanders.
d. Hotel registration must be made separately. See the website for hotels and
rates.
e. Each member of every unit, either team or individual, must sign and return a
copy of the “Tort Liability” form found in Annex J of this SOP along with their
registration paperwork and unit roster. No one will compete without this form
on file.
2. Registration for Blackjacks and PA:
a. All units intending to compete in the John J. Pershing Memorial Drill
Competition must register NLT 26 February 2016. Units who fail to register by
this date will be assessed a $50 late fee, unless waived by NHQ. The final
window will close on 02 March 2016.
b. Unit registration will not be considered complete until the PR NHQ has
received the unit’s registration fee.
c. Registration packets will be located on the NATCON web page at
prnatcon.com or pershingriflessociety.org. See the site for details and fees.
d. Hotel registration must be made separately. See the website for hotels and
rates.
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Eligibility
e. Each member of every unit, either team or individual, must sign and return a
copy of the “Tort Liability” form found in Annex J of this SOP along with their
registration paperwork and unit roster. No one will compete without this form
on file.
f. Unit registration will not be considered complete until we have received the
unit’s registration fee. Units who fail to complete registration by 01 March
2017 will be unable to compete.
g. Registration will be electronic at www.prnatcon.com.
1. Any active Pershing Rifles Unit in good standing with the National Headquarters, High
School JROTC units, Civil Air Patrol units, Sea Cadet units and foreign equivalents,
Police Explorer Units, Pershing Angels may register one or more teams as
participants in the competition
2. All registered teams must consist of individuals from the same chartered unit.
3. A single unit may not field more than three (3) teams in any event with the
exception of Individual, Duet, and “knockout” teams where there is no maximum. If
a Company/Unit does place more than one team in any single event they will be
recognized with the designations Team-A, Team-B, Team-C, etc. Each individual may
only participate in an event once.
4. All active PR Units are required to be represented at the National Legislative Meeting
held on 11 March. Any PR Unit not represented will not be eligible to participate in
the JJPMDC without excusal from the G-3, P/R CPT Michael Sticco.
5. All active PR Units may not compete in the JJPMDC with pledges, members placed on
probation, or members placed on inactive status. All PR competitors must be listed
on the on the unit’s official PRF 101 (UTO) filed with NHQ. All Pershing Riflemen
competing must be members in good standing with the national society in order to
participate.
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Conduct of the Competition
Uniforms
1. Uniforms worn by any competitor will be in accordance with the SOP of the Chartered
Unit represented by that institution. Please note that there are different uniform
requirements for events and opening/closing ceremonies in other sections of this
document.
2. All Active Pershing Riflemen will be in Class A or Service Dress uniform and in their
unit formation for the opening ceremony. This includes members who are not
competing in the competition.
3. After the opening ceremony, any unit members not directly competing in the drill
meet will be in the spectator seating and not on the drill floor.
4. All other members of any participating unit not involved in the JJPMDC shall wear
Business Casual dress at a minimum. Business Casual is defined as a pair of khakis
or slacks with a button down dress shirt or polo shirt for men and a pair of slacks or
skirt with appropriate blouse or polo shirt for women. BDUs, Class “A” Uniforms, or
Service Dress Equivalent are preferable. Jeans, shorts, T-Shirts, and Sneakers are
not acceptable.
Formations
1. Each Unit should bring their guidon to all formations. Note: It is the responsibility of
each individual unit to supply their own guidon with pole and spearhead. All
formations will be without arms of any type.
2. The JJPMDC will commence with a formation of all participating teams, by Company
en mass. All active members of all units attending are required to attend all
formations as long as they are in the same or equivalent uniform (no civilian attire
allowed in formations).
3. The JJPMDC will conclude with a final formation and Awards ceremony, all
participating units are required to attend opening and closing ceremonies. An
Honorary Judge will present competition awards during the awards ceremony.
4. All formations will be conducted in accordance with this Operations Order. All Drill
Unit Commanders are expected to ensure that their teams are aware of the
regulations and policies and commands as outlined in the OPORD prior to arrival.
Events
1. The Pershing Rifles National Drill Competition will consist of eight (8) events.
2. Participating units may enter any or all of the events below in accordance with this
SOP. Requirements for each event are outlined in the various annexes to this
document. Units must pre-register as pre-registration sign up will determine which
events, if any, are dropped due to lack of participation.
a. Squad Exhibition Drill with Arms
b. Squad Regulation with Arms
c. Platoon Regulation with Arms
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d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
Platoon Exhibition with Arms
Color Guard
Duet Exhibition
Individual Exhibition
IDR Knockout
3. The BJDC will consist of eight (8) events. Participating units may enter any or all of
the events below in accordance with this OPORD. Requirements for each event are
outlined in the various annexes to this document. Units must pre-register as preregistration sign up will determine which events, if any, are dropped due to lack of
participation.
a. Squad Exhibition Drill with Arms
b. Squad Regulation with Arms
c. Platoon Regulation with Arms
d. Platoon Exhibition with Arms
e. Color Guard
f. Duet Exhibition
g. Individual Exhibition
h. IDR Knockout
4. Pershing Angels teams may register and compete in eight (8) events. Units may
enter any or all of the events below in accordance with this OPORD. Requirements
for each event are outlined in the various annexes to this document. Units must preregister as pre-registration sign up will determine which events, if any, are dropped
due to lack of participation.
a. Squad Exhibition Drill with Arms
b. Squad Regulation with Arms
c. Platoon Regulation with Arms
d. Platoon Exhibition with Arms
e. Color Guard
f. Duet Exhibition
g. Individual Exhibition
h. IDR Knockout
Judging
1. Judges for the MDC are TBD. Judges will most likely be members of the local Army
Reserve Unit.
2. All events will be evaluated by no less than two (2) judges including the individual
and duel events which in order to help break up any style of bias from a single
judge. All judges in attendance will be utilized for evaluation of Individual Regulation
Drill (Knockout).
3. All commands shall be executed in accordance with FM 3-21.5, the U.S. Army Drill
and Ceremonies Field Manual.
Scoring
1. Scoring for all events will begin when the first competitor crosses the ready line, and
end when the last competitor crosses the ready line.
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2. The score given by an individual judge will stand as final. Appeals will only be
considered in the event that a decision is in direct contradiction to this document.
Final authority rests with the event chief judge.
3. Tied scores will be broken for all events by evaluating the individual or team
placements with the highest score. The Chief Judge will determine the winner.
4. Final points for each event will be the sum of all points given by all judges for each
event. The overall best unit for both the MDC (Varsity Rifles) will be the unit with the
most overall points as defined by the “Honor Company Competition” section below.
Time
1. Timing for all events will begin when the first competitor crosses the ready line, and
end when the last competitor crosses the ready line.
2. An official timer will keep the time for each event at the judges table for that event.
3. A penalty of five (5) points for each second over the maximum or under the
minimum time will be assessed to the total score of the team violating the
limitations.
Entrance and Exit from the Drill Area
1. Each unit will be placed on the ready line by an official starter, and will enter the
floor upon his or her notification.
2. Units will wait in the designated area outside the ready line in preparation for their
competition in silence.
3. All units are required, after they have entered the drill floor, to present arms to the
Chief Judge and verbally request permission to use the drill floor. Upon completion of
the unit’s routine, the unit will again present arms and verbally report out.
4. The subsequent unit will be standing by in an area designated outside the ready line
area. Units not in the stand by area at the beginning of the preceding teams start
time, who have not made arrangements with the judging table for that event, may
be subject to losing their timeslot, or complete disqualification.
Penalty Points
1. Penalty points may be assessed at any time during the meet for a team or individual
that is found to have committed a grave misuse of the facilities provided.
2. Any witnessed abuse of team’s members or any conduct found to be unbecoming of
an officer trainee at any time during the competition may be reprimanded with
penalty points, revocation of awards, disqualification and/or termination from the
JJPMDC. The final authority for events of this nature rests with the Chief Judge.
3. The Event Judge for a drill area is responsible for all penalty assessments within their
respective areas.
Special Equipment Rules
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1. Unless otherwise noted, all weapons carried by team members will be complete
rifles, weighing at least 8 pounds (approximately the weight of a Springfield M-1903
or M-1 Garand). A complete rifle is composed of a trigger, bolt, and other functional
mechanisms. The weapon must be capable of completing an “Inspection Arms” and
“Ready Port Arms” upon command. The use of any replica parade rifle must be of the
proper weight, specifications and dimensions of an actual rifle. M-16’s, M-60’s, etc.
are not acceptable drill weapons. Any weapons not in accordance with this OPORD
must have prior approval from the JJPMDC OIC.
2. The use of bayonets is not allowed. Teams found using bayonets will automatically
be disqualified from the competition.
3. Commanders must be armed with a rifle, saber, or pistol during any event in which
the unit is also armed.
4. The use of taps on the bottom of the competitors’ shoes is strictly prohibited.
However side taps that do not touch the floor are allowed.
5. Lights, fireworks, or other pyrotechnics are not allowed in any event. No
loudspeakers, music, or other means of keeping cadence besides the Commander’s
voice will be allowed.
6. Commanders must memorize all commands. Use of drill sheets will result in
disqualification.
Honor Company Competition
1. Honor Company will be awarded to the best overall Unit in each scoring bracket
Competition for Honor Company will be based on a point system. The competition
will consist of the total number of points awarded (and penalized) by all judges in the
listed event. These events are as follows:
a. Platoon Exhibition Drill
600 possible points (2 judges X 300 pts.)
b. Squad Exhibition Drill
600 possible points (2 judges X 300 pts.)
c. Platoon Regulation Drill
600 possible points (2 judges X 300 pts.)
d. Squad Regulation Drill
600 possible points (2 judges X 300 pts.
+100 pts inspection)
e. Color Guard Drill
400 possible points (2 judges X 200 pts.)
i. The winner of this event will post the colors at the Dining-In
after the Competition, if they are unable, the Color Guard from
the Honor Company will do so in their place.
----------------------------2,900 Total points possible
2. The unit receiving the highest amount of points out of the maximum total of two
thousand nine hundred (2900) will be awarded the Honor Company.
3. For any event that a company chooses to compete in with multiple teams, the score
will be averaged together, creating an average score that will be used towards
overall placement.
4. In addition to the Honor Company trophy, the winning PR Company will also earn the
title of “Varsity Rifles” for the year following the 2016 JJPMDC. This unit will be
authorized to wear the Varsity Rifles unit citation for the duration of the title year.
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The Varsity Rifles unit citation is a white ribbon bearing a gold “V” device, framed by
an Army regulation gilt citation frame.
Photographers
1. Only the event sanctioned professional photographers and videographer will be
allowed. No other professional photographer or videographer authorized by the Event
OIC will be removed by security.
2. There are no restrictions on the use of cameras (flash, movie, etc.) operated from
the spectator seating area meant for personal use.
Awards
1. The Awards Ceremony will take place in accordance with the John J. Pershing
Memorial Drill Competition Operations Order Annex L.
2. All units participating will receive one guidon pennant commemorating the event. It
will be given out at the registration table at check-in.
3. All JJPMDC events will include awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place that will be
presented at the final formation.
4. The Awards Ceremony will take place IAW the Awards SOP as listed in Annex L of
this document.
5. The following MDC awards will be presented at the final formation:
a. Platoon Exhibition Drill
i. First Place Trophy
ii. Second Place Trophy
iii. Third Place Trophy
b. Squad Exhibition Drill
i. First Place Trophy
ii. Second Place Trophy
iii. Third Place Trophy
c. Duet Exhibition Drill
i. First Place Trophy
ii. Second Place Trophy
iii. Third Place Trophy
d. Individual Exhibition Drill
i. First Place Trophy
ii. Second Place Trophy
iii. Third Place Trophy
e. Platoon Regulation Drill
i. First Place Trophy
ii. Second Place Trophy
iii. Third Place Trophy
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f.
Squad Regulation Drill
i. First Place Trophy
ii. Second Place Trophy
iii. Third Place Trophy
g. Individual Regulation Drill (Knockout)
i. First Place Plaque and Medal
ii. Second Place Medal
iii. Third Place Medal
iv. Fourth Place Medal
v. Fifth Place Medal
h. Color Guard Drill
i. First Place Trophy
ii. Second Place Trophy
iii. Third Place Trophy
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Concept of Operations
1. Pre-Competition Preparations
Time
0600-0730
0730-0800
0800-0845
0845-0850
0900
Event
Trooping the Line Practice
Judges Meeting/Units begin forming up
Opening Ceremony
Team Commander Pre-Competition Briefing
Competition Begins
2. Drill Competition
a. The drill competitions will commence at the conclusion of the Opening
Ceremony at approximately 0900.
b. All Team Commanders must meet at the Judges table immediately following
the Trooping the Line for a Pre-Competition Briefing.
c. The competitions will conclude NLT 1400. Upon conclusion, all participating
teams should make their way to the designated awards area for the
presentation of the competition trophies and pennants.
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Annex A: Exhibition Platoon and Squad Requirements
General
1. Each Exhibition Platoon Element will consist of not less than twelve (12) Pershing
Riflemen and not more than twenty-one (21) Pershing Riflemen, excluding the
Platoon Leader. A 15-point penalty will be deducted from the final score for any
element that consists of less than twelve (12) individuals.
2. Each Exhibition Squad Element will consist of not less than five (5) individuals and
not more than ten (10) individuals, excluding the Squad Leader. A 15-point penalty
will be deducted from the final score for any element that consists of less than five
(5) individuals.
3. Platoon and Squad Commanders must carry a weapon for armed events. It is
optional for Platoon and Squad leaders to carry a weapon for unarmed events.
4. Guidon bearers will be authorized, but not required in the Platoon Exhibition
Routines. If a Guidon bearer is used, they will carry the guidon in a military manner.
No spinning of the guidon is allowed.
5. The drill pad will adjust according to unit size,
a. Platoon size: 85’x85’
b. Squad size: 50’x50’
Concept of Operations
1. Exhibition Platoon and Squad Elements are limited only by the creativity and
ingenuity of the unit.
2. Each element will begin their sequence centered on the Head Judge and verbally
request permission to enter the competition, with an appropriate present arms
movement.
3. The minimum time limit for all elements is six (6) minutes, and the maximum time is
ten (10) minutes.
Scoring
1. Two (2) Judges will score Exhibition Platoon and Squad Elements. Each judge will
have a maximum of three hundred (300) points to award for a maximum of six
hundred (600) points per event. A maximum of one thousand two hundred (1200)
points will be awarded towards the Overall Honor Company competition from these
events.
2. All scoring and timing will begin when the first competitor crosses the ready line, and
will end when the last competitor crosses the ready line.
3. The judging criteria will be as follows:
Criteria
Precision
Transition
Explanation
Overall Exactness of Movements
Flow and Movement of Sequence
Points
50
30
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Difficulty
Variety
Originality
Appearance
Floor Coverage
Command
Military Bearing
Intricacies of Sequence and Difficulty of Movements
Encourages a Mixture of Movement Styles
New or Unusual Types of Movements
Uniform Sharpness and Military Style
Encourages the Use of the Whole Drill Area
Commander’s Actions, Bearing, and Command Voice
Sense of Military Bearing Throughout the Routine
50
30
50
10
20
10
50
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2017 John J. Pershing Memorial Drill Competition
Date: 10 March 2017
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Platoon and Squad Exhibition Drill Score Card
Company Designation: _______________________________________
Circle One: PR
Circle One:
Blackjack
Platoon
A
B
Squad
A
B
_____ (50 Points) PRECISION: The overall exactness that a movement should possess.
This includes the dress and cover of a unit while marching as well as at the halt.
_____ (30 Points) TRANSITION: The flow of the drill routine. Does it flow smoothly or is it
choppy and awkward?
_____ (50 Points) DIFFICULTY: The intricacies of the sequence. This includes the number
of members in the unit, the type of weapon used, and the difficulty of the
movements used in the sequence.
_____ (30 Points) VARIETY: Does the sequence become repetitious? Does the element use
a variety of movements, both stationary and moving?
_____ (50 Points) ORIGINALITY: Movements not often seen by the judge; new and unusual
movements or formations will be considered favorably. The Judge will consider each
element as if it were the first on the floor.
_____ (10 Points) APPEARANCE: How is the unit dressed? Is the uniform consistent
throughout the element? Are the uniforms sharp and attractive? Any uniform is
allowed so long as it is of a military nature.
_____ (20 Points) FLOOR COVERAGE: Does the sequence involve coverage of large parts of
the drill area? This is meant to discourage stationary sequences and simple
marching up and down the floor.
_____ (10 Points) COMMAND: How the Commander reports to the Head Judge, and how his
or her actions portray a Command Presence on the floor. This score should include
the Commander’s Military Bearing and Command Voice.
_____ (50 Points) MILITARY BEARING: How well an individual or the element as a whole
recovers from mistakes, as well as overall Military Bearing throughout the routine.
JUDGE’S COMMENTS:
TOTAL SCORE: _____ / 300
SIGNATURE OF JUDGE ________________________________
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Annex B: Exhibition Duet and Individual Requirements
General
1. Each Exhibition Duet Element will consist of two (2) individuals.
2. Each Exhibition Individual Element will consist of one (1) individual.
Concept of Operations
1. Exhibition Duet, and Individual Elements are limited only by the creativity and
ingenuity of the unit.
2. Each element will begin their sequence centered on the Head Judge and verbally
request permission to enter the competition, with an appropriate present arms
movement.
3. The minimum time limit for all elements is three (3) minutes, and the maximum time
is five (5) minutes.
Scoring
1. One (1) Judge will score Exhibition Duet and Individual Elements. Each Judge will
have a maximum of two hundred (200) points to award.
2. All scoring and timing will begin when the first competitor crosses the ready line, and
will end when the last competitor crosses the ready line.
3. The judging criteria will be as follows:
Criteria
Precision
Transition
Difficulty
Variety
Originality
Appearance
Floor Coverage
Military Bearing
Explanation
Overall Exactness of Movements
Flow and Movement of Sequence
Intricacies of Sequence and Difficulty of Movements
Encourages a Mixture of Movement Styles
New or Unusual Types of Movements
Uniform Sharpness and Military Style
Encourages the Use of the Whole Drill Area
Sense of Military Bearing Throughout the Routine
Points
30
30
40
20
30
10
10
30
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Location: Jacksonville, FL
Duet and Individual Exhibition Drill Score Card
Company Designation: ________________________________________
Circle One:
PR
Blackjack
Individual Name: ______________________
Duet Name: ___________________
_____ (30 Points) PRECISION: The overall exactness that a movement should possess.
This includes the dress and cover of a unit while marching as well as at the halt.
_____ (30 Points) TRANSITION: The flow of the drill routine. Does it flow smoothly or is it
choppy and awkward?
_____ (40 Points) DIFFICULTY: The intricacies of the sequence. This includes the number
of members in the unit, the type of weapon used, and the difficulty of the
movements used in the sequence.
_____ (20 Points) VARIETY: Does the sequence become repetitious? Does the element use
a variety of movements, both stationary and moving?
_____ (30 Points) ORIGINALITY: Movements not often seen by the judge New and unusual
movements or formations will be considered favorably. The Judge will consider each
element as if it were the first on the floor.
_____ (10 Points) APPEARANCE: How is the unit dressed? Is the uniform consistent
throughout the element? Are the uniforms sharp and attractive? Any uniform is
allowed so long as it is of a military nature.
_____ (10 Points) FLOOR COVERAGE: Does the sequence involve coverage of large parts of
the drill area? This is meant to discourage stationary sequences and simple
marching up and down the floor.
_____ (30 Points) MILITARY BEARING: How well an individual or the element as a whole
recovers from mistakes, as well as overall Military Bearing throughout the routine.
JUDGE’S COMMENTS:
TOTAL SCORE: _____ / 200
SIGNATURE OF JUDGE ________________________________
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Annex C: Regulation Platoon and Squad Requirements
General
1. All formations and the movements of such shall be in accordance with FM 3-21.5, the
U.S Army Drill and Ceremonies Field Manual.
2. Each Regulation Platoon Element will consist of not less than twelve (12) individuals
and not more than twenty-one (21), excluding the Platoon Commander.
3. Each Regulation Squad Element will consist of not less than six (6) individuals and
not more than ten (10) individuals, excluding the Squad Commander.
4. For Armed events, the commander shall also carry a weapon. This weapon shall be
utilized properly in accordance with FM 3-21.5.
5. Guidon bearers shall be authorized, but not required, and all movements shall be in
accordance with FM 3-21.5.
6. The drill pad will adjust according to unit size,
a. Platoon: 85x85
b. Squad: 85x85
7. ** The Inspection will take place immediately following the Open Ranks, MARCH
command in the Regulation Platoon Routine** The Commander is responsible for
knowing to hold at Open Ranks until instructed to continue by the Head Judge.
Knowledge for the MDC Inspection is in Appendix G.
Scoring
1. A maximum of one thousand three hundred (1300) points can be earned for
regulation drill; excluding Color Guard. Three hundred (300) points per judge, per
routine and an additional one hundred (100) points for the Inspection.
2. Elements have seven (7) minutes to complete the sequence, and may be awarded a
maximum of three hundred (300) points per judge. Two (2) judges will evaluate
each element. Note: The sequences for Platoon and Squad are not the same.
3. For PR units only (MDC), each element will be awarded a maximum of one hundred
(100) points for inspection. The inspection will be graded using the Inspection Card
in Appendix F by the Head Judge; with support from the other judges as needed. The
BJDC has a separate Inspection event, for which the same inspection card (Appendix
F) as the MDC will be used.
4. Any movements without an accompanying grading scale will be performed, but not
graded.
5. Penalty points will be deducted for extra movements as noted below.
Penalty Points
1. Omission of required movements will result in a score of zero (0) for that movement.
2. All added movements will result in a penalty of five (5) points per movement.
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3. Any movements executed out of sequence will be counted as added movements, and
will result in a penalty of five (5) points per movement
4. Marking time, or executing half steps out of sequence, or any other slowing down of
normal marching cadence in order to complete a required movement is not allowed.
The Head Judge may deduct up to thirty (30) points from the element’s final score
for not maintaining a proper cadence or length of step.
5. Exceeding the seven (7) minute time limit will result in a penalty of five (5) points
per second over the limit.
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Location: Jacksonville, FL
Platoon Regulation Drill Score Card
Company Designation: ____________________________
A
B
Each command from the sequence will be ranked 0 – 5, with 5 being the best. The
Commander will be rated individually for three areas listed below. The Commander will be
rated individually for four areas listed below. Note: All penalty points will be noted on the
Head Judge’s Penalty sheet.
Commander
Military Bearing
Command Voice
Reporting Procedures
(0 – 10) _____
(0 – 10) _____
(0 – 20) _____
Total for Commander:________
Please circle the determined score for each command.
0 1 2 3 4 5 1. Present/Order Arms (Report)
0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Inspection Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Ready Port Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Order Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 5. Dress Right Dress
0 1 2 3 4 5 6. Ready Front
0 1 2 3 4 5 7. Parade Rest
0 1 2 3 4 5 8. Platoon Attention
0 1 2 3 4 5 9. 15-Count Manual of Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 10. Count Off
0 1 2 3 4 5 11. Open Ranks March
0 1 2 3 4 5 12. Ready Front ←Hold for Inspection
0 1 2 3 4 5 13 Close Ranks March
0 1 2 3 4 5 14. Left Step March
0 1 2 3 4 5 15. Platoon Halt
0 1 2 3 4 5 16. Left Face
0 1 2 3 4 5 17. Right Step March
0 1 2 3 4 5 18. Platoon Halt
0 1 2 3 4 5 19. About Face
0 1 2 3 4 5 20. Right Shoulder Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 21. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 22. Column Right March
0 1 2 3 4 5 23. Column Right March
0 1 2 3 4 5 24. Right Flank March
0 1 2 3 4 5 25. Left Flank March
0 1 2 3 4 5 26. Column Right March
0 1 2 3 4 5 27. Left Shoulder Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 28.
0 1 2 3 4 5 29.
0 1 2 3 4 5 30.
0 1 2 3 4 5 31.
0 1 2 3 4 5 32.
0 1 2 3 4 5 33.
0 1 2 3 4 5 34.
0 1 2 3 4 5 35.
0 1 2 3 4 5 36.
0 1 2 3 4 5 37.
0 1 2 3 4 5 38.
0 1 2 3 4 5 39.
0 1 2 3 4 5 40.
0 1 2 3 4 5 41.
0 1 2 3 4 5 42.
0 1 2 3 4 5 43.
0 1 2 3 4 5 44.
0 1 2 3 4 5 45.
0 1 2 3 4 5 46.
0 1 2 3 4 5 47.
0 1 2 3 4 5 48.
0 1 2 3 4 5 49.
0 1 2 3 4 5 50.
0 1 2 3 4 5 51.
0 1 2 3 4 5 52.
0 1 2 3 4 5 53.
Counter Column March
Rear March
Rear March
Column Left March
Platoon Halt
File from the Right March
Platoon Halt
Column of threes to the Left March
Port Arms
Column Left March
Left Shoulder Arms
Platoon Halt
Column Half Left March
Column Half Left March
Rear March
Rear March
Eyes Right
Ready Front
Column Left March
Port Arms
Right Shoulder Arms
Column Left March
Left Flank March
Change Step March
Platoon Halt
Present Arms (Report Out)
Comments:
Judge’s Signature: __________________________
TOTAL_______ / 300
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Date: 10 March 2017
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Squad Regulation Drill Score Card
Company Designation: ______________________________
A
B
Each command from the sequence will be ranked 0 – 5, with 5 being the best. The
Commander will be rated individually for four areas listed below. Note: All penalty points
will be noted on the Head Judge’s Penalty sheet.
Commander
Military Bearing
Command Voice
Reporting Procedures
(0 – 10) _____
(0 – 10) _____
(0 – 20) _____
Enter Drill Area, Halt before Head Judge
0 1 2 3 4 5 1. Present Arms (Report In)
0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Order Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Inspection Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Ready Port Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 5. Order Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 6. Backward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 7. Squad Halt
0 1 2 3 4 5 8. Dress Right Dress
0 1 2 3 4 5 9. Ready Front
0 1 2 3 4 5 10. Right Face
0 1 2 3 4 5 11. Port Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 12. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 13. Left Flank March
0 1 2 3 4 5 14. Right Flank March
0 1 2 3 4 5 15. Right Shoulder Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 16. Squad Halt
0 1 2 3 4 5 17. Column of Twos to the Left March
0 1 2 3 4 5 18. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 19. Rear March
0 1 2 3 4 5 20. Rear March
0 1 2 3 4 5 21. Left Flank March
0 1 2 3 4 5 22. Right Flank March
0 1 2 3 4 5 23. Squad Halt
0 1 2 3 4 5 24. File from the Right, Column Right,
March
0 1 2 3 4 5 25. Column Right March
0 1 2 3 4 5 26. Left Shoulder Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 27. Port Arms
Total for Commander:________
0 1 2 3 4 5 28. Right Shoulder Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 29. Column Right March
0 1 2 3 4 5 30. Port Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 31. Right Flank March
0 1 2 3 4 5 32. Left Shoulder Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 33. Port Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 34. Right Shoulder Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 35. Rear March
0 1 2 3 4 5 36. Change Step March
0 1 2 3 4 5 37. Right Flank March
0 1 2 3 4 5 38. Column Right March
0 1 2 3 4 5 39. Column Left March
0 1 2 3 4 5 40. Column Right March
0 1 2 3 4 5 41. Column Right March
0 1 2 3 4 5 42. Left Flank March
0 1 2 3 4 5 43. Mark Time March
0 1 2 3 4 5 44. Squad Halt
0 1 2 3 4 5 45. Order Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 46. About Face
0 1 2 3 4 5 47. About Face
0 1 2 3 4 5 48. Dress Right Dress
0 1 2 3 4 5 49. Ready Front
0 1 2 3 4 5 50. 15-Count Manual of Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 51. Present Arms (Report Out)
0 1 2 3 4 5 52. Order Arms
Exit Drill Area
Comments:
Judge’s Signature: _________________________
TOTAL_______ / 300
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Annex D: Color Guard Requirements
General
1. Each Color Guard Element will consist of either four (4) or five (5) individuals. The
size of the element will not affect the judges’ scoring.
2. All Color Guard Elements will be armed with complete, full-weight, authorized rifles
only.
3. Timing will begin when the element crosses the ready line, and end when the
element crosses the ready line.
4. Commands must be given and performed in accordance with FM 3-21.5.
5. The drill pad for the event is 65’ x 65’ in size.
Scoring
1. Elements have seven (7) minutes to complete the sequence, and may be awarded a
maximum of two hundred (200) points per judge. Two (2) judges will evaluate each
element.
2. The maximum number of points that an element can earn is four hundred (400)
which is included in the point total to determine the Honor Company.
3. Any movements without an accompanying grading scale will be performed, but not
graded. Penalty points will be deducted for extra movements as noted below.
Penalty Points
1. Omission of required movements will result in a score of zero (0) for that movement.
2. Movements that occur out of bounds will result in a score of zero (0) for that
movement.
3. All added movements will result in a penalty of five (5) points per movement.
Movements executed out of sequence are considered added movements and will
result in the same five (5) point penalty.
4. Exceeding the seven (7) minute time limit will result in a penalty of five (5) points
per second over the limit.
5. Marking time, or executing half steps out of sequence, or any other slowing down of
normal marching cadence in order to complete a required movement is not allowed.
The Head Judge may deduct up to thirty (30) points from the element’s final score
for not maintaining a proper cadence or length of step.
6. Any movement executed in such a manner as to disgrace the U.S. Flag (such as
dipping, dropping, etc.) shall result in a score of zero (0) for the event. This rule
shall apply on and off the field of competition. The decision of the Head Judge of the
color guard drill area shall be final during performance. The decision of the MDC OIC
shall be final for discrepancies outside the color guard drill area.
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Location: Jacksonville, FL
Color Guard Score Card
Company Designation: _______________________________ A
B
Each command from the sequence will be ranked 0 – 5, with 5 being the best. Commands
without a scoring reference are to be performed outside of the drill area and will not be
graded. Note: There will be no Report-In for this event. The Head Judge will notify the
Team when to begin.
Guard Attention
Carry Colors
Forward March (cross ready line)
0 1 2 3 4 5 1. Mark Time March
0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Guard Halt
0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Sling Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Post
0 1 2 3 4 5 5. Uncase the Colors
0 1 2 3 4 5 6. Present Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 7. Order Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 8. Post
0 1 2 3 4 5 9. Colors Reverse March
0 1 2 3 4 5 10. Left Wheel March
0 1 2 3 4 5 11. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 12. Colors Reverse March (Forward March)
0 1 2 3 4 5 13. Guard Halt
0 1 2 3 4 5 14. Order Colors
0 1 2 3 4 5 15. Parade Rest
0 1 2 3 4 5 16. Guard Attention
0 1 2 3 4 5 17. Carry Colors
0 1 2 3 4 5 18. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 19. Right Wheel March
0 1 2 3 4 5 20. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 21. Right Wheel March
0 1 2 3 4 5 22. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 23. Colors Reverse March (Forward March)
0 1 2 3 4 5 24. Eyes Right
0 1 2 3 4 5 25. Ready Front
0 1 2 3 4 5 26. Left Wheel March
0 1 2 3 4 5 27. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 28. Left Wheel March
0 1 2 3 4 5 29. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 30. Left Wheel March
0 1 2 3 4 5 31. Forward March
0 1 2 3 4 5 32. Guard Halt
0 1 2 3 4 5 33. Sling Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 34. Post
0 1 2 3 4 5 35. Present Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 36. Order Arms
0 1 2 3 4 5 37. Case the Colors
0 1 2 3 4 5 38. Post
0 1 2 3 4 5 39. Mark Time March
0 1 2 3 4 5 40. Forward March
(Cross ready line)
Guard Halt
Order Colors
Fall Out
JUDGE’S COMMENTS:
Judge’s Signature: _________________________
TOTAL_______ / 200
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Annex E: Regulation Individual “Knockout” Requirements
General
1. The “Knockout” competition will be conducted in one mass formation of all competing
individuals.
2. Each unit may enter as many individuals as they desire into this event.
3. MDC and BJDC events.
4. All commands must be executed in accordance with FM 3-21.5.
5. At various times throughout the event, the judge calling commands may order the
element to cover down in order to reduce massive gaps between competitors, and to
maintain the formation’s integrity.
6. This is an unarmed event. No arms allowed with the exception of weapons being
used to determine the top 3.
7. Awards will be presented to the final three (3) finishers. In the event that a certain
number of Rifleman are eliminated resulting in less than three (3) contestants, the
individuals eliminated will return to the drill floor until exactly three (3) remain. The
same procedure will be used to determine individual placements. (Once there are
only five (3) contestants remaining, they must be removed one (1) by one (1).)
Procedure
1. All available judges will be utilized for the “Knockout” Competition. The Head Judge
for the event will call commands from the front of the formation.
2. The competition will be of a single elimination drill-off. The decision made by any
judge is final. No exceptions will be made to this rule. Judges will not inform all
individuals removed from the event of the reason why they were removed. Judges
will not be approached for any reason concerning the knockout competition. All
complaints concerning the procedure of the competition should be brought to the
attention of the MDC/BJDC OIC. Any argument on the reason or basis of a judge’s
decision will result in the disqualification of the contestant in question.
3. Improper commands, such as “Right Shoulder, ARMS” from the position of “Present,
ARMS”, may be given. Trick commands such as “Present, HANDS” will not be given.
4. Once the element is of squad size, the Head Judge may call marching commands.
Until then, all commands will be stationary.
5. The Head Judge shall be in full control of the event during competition, and may
suspend the rules as he or she sees fit.
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Annex F: Knowledge
General
1. The knowledge for the JJPMDC competition will be basic military knowledge of
High School level cadets. Some examples include:
a. Names of present and recent Presidents and vice-presidents.
b. Questions about any ribbons, medals, etc. found on the cadet's
uniform.
c. The Cadet's school name, school nickname, school Principal's name,
other school related items.
d. Home-state capital, nation’s capital
e. Common knowledge of current events
f. Mission of unit
g. Five colors on a military map
h. Inspecting Judges’ rank
2. The knowledge for the MDC competition will be basic military knowledge of
College level cadets.
3. Some examples include:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
Chain of Command
The 6 articles of the Code of Conduct
Facts about the United States Flag (traits and symbolism)
Symbols of The NSPR and their meanings
History of the NSPR
All knowledge expected of BJDC competition
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Annex G: Unit Roster
General
1. The following document should be filled out by all units prior to arrival of the
drill competition. In each square, mark each participant’s participation with an
A, B, or C pertaining to what team they are on. If there is only one team for
an event, mark an A in each square of the event column that pertains to each
participant’s name.
2. This document must me filled out before competing.
3. Each individual may only participate in an event once.
4. There is 3 a team maximum for each event except Individual, Duet, and K-O
events. For these three events, mark an “X” in the boxes that pertain to the
participant.
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2016 JJPMDC Roster
UNIT: __________________ ADVISOR: _______________________
COMMANDER:____________________
No
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
Name
EXB
PLT
Ar
m
EXB
SQ
D
Ar
m
EXB
TEAM
Arm
EXB
IND
Arm
EXB
DUET
Arm
REG
PLT
Arm
REG
SQD
Arm
Insp
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Color
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Annex H: Head Judge and Score Room Sheet
General
I. The following sheet will be used by the Head Judge to record the time, and
assess penalties for all drill elements.
II. The Head Judge is responsible for assessing all penalties for an element
conducting a routine or sequence within his or her drill area.
III. Penalty assessments are final. Exceptions are made only in the event that a
penalty assessment is in direct contradiction to this document.
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2017 John J. Pershing Memorial Drill Competition
Date: 10 March 2017
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Head Judge Penalty Sheet
Company Designation:
Circle One:
PR
Blackjack
Event Category:
Circle One:
A
B
C
Actual Time:
Penalty Points Assessed for Time:
(5 Points per sec over or under)
Penalty Points Assessed for Drill:
(Improper Cadence - 30 Points Max)
(Platoon / Squad Regulation and Color Guard only)
Improper Commands:
(5 Points per Missing or Added Command)
Other Penalty Assessed:
(Please Note Reason)
Total Penalty Assessed:
SIGNATURE OF JUDGE
________________________________
Head Judge Score:
Score Room ONLY
Judge 1 Score:
Inspection Score:
If appropriate
Total Penalty Assessed:
FINAL SCORE:
SIGNATURE OF MDC/BJDC or OIC: ________________________________
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Annex I: Drill Area
General
1. The following dimensions will be used to conduct the MDC and BJDC:
Event
Platoon Exhibition
Squad Exhibition
Platoon Regulation
Squad Regulation
Color Guard
Duet/ Individual
Dimension [ft]
85x85
50x50
85x85
85x85
65x65
30x30
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Annex J: Tort Liability Form, to OPERATIONS ORDER 1-11 John J. Pershing
Memorial Drill Competition
Required to be signed by ALL participants – Must be presented prior to performing
The undersigned has been made aware that during participation in The General John J. Pershing Memorial
Drill Competition certain dangers and exposure to physical injuries will be present, including but not
limited to: hazards of changes in temperature and climate, travel to, from, and around Greater Richmond
Convention Center and the city of Richmond, VA. I understand that participation requires physical
exertion and I am willing to assume the risks involved in this activity. In order to avoid these risks as best
possible, participants are advised to follow specific directions given from MDC and BJDC staff.
In consideration of and as a condition of the right to participate in such an adventure/ community/ team
building experience, or other activities and services incident thereto, arranged by The National Society of
Pershing Rifles (NSPR), The Pershing Rifles Group (PRGROUP), the undersigned does hereby assume all
risks incident to such activities and does hereby release and discharge all event management personnel, the
ROTC programs, the NSPR, the PRGROUP, as well as any of its agents and employees or representatives,
and other person(s) or organization(s) whose acts or to whom JJPMDC programs, NSPR, might be liable,
from any and all liabilities, actions, causes of action, debts, claims, demands of whatsoever kind and nature
which may arise out of or in conjunction with such an adventure experience or participant in any activities
incident thereto.
Further, by participating in this event this day, I acknowledge that moving and still picture photography
will take place. I hereby release any and all claims of copyright of my appearance and I hereby grant
approval of any use of this photography as its makers deem fit for any legal use to include in the taking of
any profits of any nature from said use.
I have carefully read this Assumption of Risk and Release and fully understand its contents. I voluntary
sign it and realize that it will bind my heirs, personal representatives, and me.
_________________________________ (Participant's Signature)
______________________ (Date)
___________________________ (Please print your name)
The undersigned, as parents or guardian of the above designated Long Island Drill Competition Invitational
participant, who is under the age of 18 years, do hereby join in the execution of this document and agree to
be bound by all the terms and conditions thereof.
_________________________________ (Parent's/Guardian's Signature) ______________________
(Date)
___________________________ (Please print your name)
Coach/Cadre/Manager/Team Leader Authentication
_________________________________ (Coach/Cadre/Manager/Team Leader Printed Name)
_________________________________ (Coach/Cadre/Manager/Team Leader Signature)
______________________ (Date)
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Annex K: Opening Ceremony
Opening Ceremony Sequence of Events, to OPERATIONS ORDER General John J.
Pershing Memorial Drill Competition
1. Reference:
FM 3-21.5 Drill & Ceremony Chapter 10 Reviews
2. Overview:
Time
0745
0755
0800
Event
Patriotic Music Interlude
Assembly
Opening
0810
Invocation
U.S. National Anthem
Welcoming Remarks
Presentation of Citation
Guest Speaker
Trooping the Line
Utilizing PA System
Armed Forces Medley
Thunderer
Washington Post March
Stars and Stripes Forever
Others as needed
Conclusion of Ceremony
0815
0830
0830
Remarks/ Who
Band
Troop Assembled at Parade Rest
Narrator
Entrance of Official Party
Play One Ruffle
ChaplainP/A
Narrator
Local Govt. Official
Guest Speaker
NSPR national Commander
32 Bar Drums
Narrator
3. Detailed Sequence of Events
a. Notes:
i. Units will be in a Regimental formation with Company’s in mass
in 3 columns. Commanders will post three 30-inch steps to the
front of and centered on their Company. Company/Unit Guidon
Bearers will post one 30-inch step to the rear and one 30-inch
step to the left of the Commander. The event will be attended
by a number of high-ranking military and civilian officials. As
such, it is imperative that all participating members act
professionally during formations, and at all times during the
JJPMDC.
ii. When the Adjutant or COT directs the preparatory command,
“Society ______,” subordinate element commanders will echo
“Company, __________”. The Entire Element will be called
“SOCIETY”. All subordinate elements will be called “company”.
“Ripple” commands are eliminated. The COT/Adjutant will give
the preparatory command, subordinate leaders give the
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supplemental, and the COT/Adjutant gives the command of
execution. Example: “SOCIETY, (ALL Company Commanders
simultaneously echo) “Company”, COT/Adjutant order, “Present
Arms”.
iii. There will be no Regiments in formation. Regimental
Commanders and Staff will form with their respective
companies.
iv. Guidons will execute the preparatory command and the
command of execution for each command their unit
commanders give.
v. Some of the movements/actions specified in this template are
not explicitly found in FM 3-21. They are “best practices” that
have been found to make the ceremony move more smoothly.
vi. BOLD text indicates something that’s spoken aloud.
4.
Sequence of Events: (C = Start of Ceremony)
•
COT gives command “SOCIETY, (COMPANY), ATTENTION”. Once at the
position of attention, NARRATOR speaks.
•
C: NARRATION BEGINS:
o
NARRATOR: GOOD MORNING LADIES, GENTLEMEN AND DISTINGUISHED
GUESTS. I WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME YOU TO THE 2016 JOHN J PERSHING
MEMORIAL DRILL COMPETITION OPENING CEREMONY. THE YOUNG MEN AND
WOMEN BEFORE YOU TODAY WILL COMEPETE IN VARIOUS EVENTS. THIS
TRADITION WAS BEGUN OVER 130 YEARS AGO BY THEN 2LT JOHN PERSHING WHO
USED PRECISION DRILL TO BUILD TEAM WORK, DISCILPINE AND ESPRIT DE
CORPS. THE OPENING CEREMONY THAT YOU WILL PARTICIAPTE IN TODAY WILL
RENDER HONORS TO THE NATION, GENERAL OF THE ARMIES PERSHING, THE
DIGNITARIES ASSEMBLED, AND THE ART OF DRILL AND CERMONY. IT WILL ALSO
PREPARE THE TEAMS FOR TODAY’S COMPETITION.
•
NARRATOR: "LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, PLEASE RISE FOR THE ARRIVAL OF
THE OFFICIAL PARTY."
•
THE REVIEWING PARTY MARCHES TO THEIR POSITION IN FRONT OF THE
SOCIETY.
•
OF:
NARRATOR: LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, TODAY’S OFFICIAL PARTY CONSISTS
P/R MAJOR GENERAL TYM WHISENAND, PERSHING RIFLES NATIONAL
COMMANDER
BRIGADIER GENERAL SEAN A. GAINEY, DEPUTY COMMANDING GENERAL OF
US ARMY CADET COMMAND, THE REVIEWING OFFICER
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P/R CSM ___________________________
P/R BRIGADIER GENERAL RUSSELL MOSS – ACTING CHAPLAIN
MR KEVIN UPTON (LTC, U.S. ARMY RET.) CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS OF THE PERSHING RIFLES GROUP
•
WHEN REVIEWING PARTY IS IN PLACE AND INTRODUCTION IS COMPLETE,
THE COT THEN EXECUTES AN ABOUT FACE, AND COMMANDS, “PRESNET,
(PRESENT), ARMS”. WHEN THE UNITS HAVE COMPLETED THIS MOVEMENT, THE COT
FACES ABOUT AND SALUTES.
•
NARRATOR: LADIES AND GENTLEMEN PLEASE STAND FOR TODAY’S
INVOCATION AND REMAIN STANDING FOR THE PLAYING OF THE UNITED STATES
NATIONAL ANTHEM.
•
CHAPLAIN: INVOCATION
•
P/R NATCOM: “COMMANDER OF TROOPS, POST THE COLORS”
•
COT: “POST THE COLORS”
•
THE COT EXECUTES A LEFT FACE, MARCHES OUT OF THE COLOR GUARDS
WAY, AND MOVES OUT OF THE WAY, HALTS AND EXECUTES AN ABOUT FACE. US
NAVY CEREMONIAL GUARD COLOR GUARD MARCHES FORWARD TO THE POSITION
WHERE THE COT WAS.
•
P/A WILL SING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM.
•
THE REVIEWING PARTY AND THE COLOR GUARD SALUTE AND PRESENT
COLORS ON THE FIRST NOTE OF THE NATIONAL ANTHEM AND THEY THEN DROP
THEIR SALUTES AT THE CONLCUSION.
•
THE USN COLOR GUARD EXECUTES A COLORS, REVERSE, MOVES ABREST TO
THE SOCIETY, EXECUTES ANOTHER COLORS, REVERSE AND HALTS.
•
AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE U.S. ANTHEM, THE COT COMMANDS
EXECUTES AN ABOUT FACE AND COMMANDS “ORDER (ORDER), ARMS.”
•
THE COT FACES ABOUT.
•
P/R RUSSELL MOSS AND MR KEVIN UPTON RIGHT FACE MARCH OUT OF THE
FORMATION AREA.
•
NARRATOR:
PLEASE BE SEATED.
•
NARRATOR: LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, YOU ARE ABOUT TO WITNESS A
TROOPING OF THE LINE. THIS IS A TIME HONORED MILITARY TRADITION THAT
GRANTS THE REVIEWING OFFICER THE OPPORTUNITY TO WITNESS FOR HIMSELF
THE ATTENTION TO DETAIL EACH RIFLEMAN POSSESSES WHEN IN UNIFORM.
•
THE REVIEWING PARTY MOVE TO BE CENTERED ON THE COT. REVIEWING
OFFICER DIRECTS TO THE COT, “PREPARE FOR THE TROOPING OF THE LINE.”
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THE COT SALUTES. WAITS UNTIL THE REVIWING OFFICER DROPS THEIR
SALUTE. THEN, THE COT, FACES ABOUT AND COMMANDS “PREPARE FOR THE
TROOPING OF THE LINE.” UNIT COMMANDERS IMMEDIATELY SALTUE. COT DROPS
SALUTE. UNIT COMMANDERS DROP SALUTE.
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NARRATOR: THE COT FOR TODAY’S CEREMONY IS P/R LTC COLIN ROSE,
AND TAKING COMMAND OF THE SOCIETY IS P/R CPT TODD DIXON.
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THE COT WILL CALL “P/R CPT DIXON, POST”, P/R CPT DIXON WILL MOVE
SMARTLY INFRONT OF THE COT AND TAKE COMMAND OF THE SOCIETY. THE COT
WILL FALL-IN SMARTLY MARCHING TO THE LEFT SIDE OF THE REVIEWING PARTY,
BOXING OUT AND FALLING INTO TO THE POSITION BETWEEN THE P/R NATCOM
AND P/R CSM.
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THE REVIEWING OFFICER, P/R NATCOM, COT, AND P/R CSM MOVE FROM THE
REVIEWING AREA. THE COT WILL GIVE “LEFT WHEEL, MARCH”, “RIGHT WHEEL,
MARCH” AND “RIGHT WHEEL, MARCH” IN ORDER TO POSITION THE REVIEWING
OFFICER IN LINE AND PARALLEL TO THE SOCIETY. THE COT WILL GIVE THE ORDER
“FORWARD MARCH”. ONCE ABREST TO THE MOST RIGHT COMPANY (VIEWED AS
FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF FACING THE REVIEWING STAND) THE COT WILL GIVE
THE COMMAND “RIGHT WHEEL, MARCH”. ONCE 3-6 PACES FROM THE UNIT
COMMANDERS, THE COT WILL GIVE THE COMMAND “RIGHT WHEEL, MARCH”.
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COMPANY COMMANDERS WILL SALUTE AND PRESENT ARMS WITH COMPANY
GUIDON TO THE REVIEWING OFFICER, P/R NATCOM, COT AND P/R CSM, AS THEY
ARE 6 PACES FOR AND 6 PACES AFT.
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THE REVIEWING PARTY WILL SALUTE THE COLOR GUARD AS THE
REVIEWING PARTY PASSES.
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THE COLOR GUARD WILL EXECUTE “PRESENT, COLORS” AS THE REVIEWING
PARTY PASSES.
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ONCE THE REVIEWING PARTY AS TROOPED THE ENTIRE LINE, THE COT
WILL GIVE THE COMMAND, “LEFT WHEEL, MARCH”
•
ONCE THE REVIEWING PARTY HAS MARCHED PAST THE LAST RIFLEMAN IN
THE LAST UNIT, THE COT WILL GIVE THE COMMAND, “LEFT WHEEL, MARCH”
•
THE REVIEWING PARTY MARCHS BEHIND THE ENTIRE SOCIETY THEN THE
COT WILL GIVE THE COMMAND, “LEFT WHEEL, MARCH”
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AS THE REVIEWING PARTY MOVES CLOSER TO THE REVIEW STAND, THE
COT WILL GIVE THE COMMAND “ELEMENT, HALT”. THE COT WILL FALL OUT AND
RESUME POSITION IN FRONT OF FORMATION.
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NARRATOR: LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, THIS CONCLUDES THE OPENING
CEREMONY. WE THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING AND WELCOME YOU TO OBSERVE THE
DRILL COMPETITON. THE US NAVY CEREMONIAL GUARD DRILL TEAM WILL
PERFORM AT 1130 AND THE AWARDS CEREMONY WILL BE HELD AT 1430, OR THAT
IS 2:30PM, AT THIS SAME LOCATION. COMPETITION COMPANY COMMANDERS, THE
COMMANDERS MEETING WILL BE HELD AT 0830 AT THE REGISTRATION
TABLE/SCORING TABLE BY THE CONCESSIONS STAND. THANK YOU.
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COT: PERFORMS AN ABOUT FACE AND SAYS: “COMPANY COMMADERS, TAKE
CHARGE OF YOUR UNITS AND PREPARE FOR COMPETITION.” COs WILL SALUTE, COT
WILL RETURN SALUTE. COMMADERS WILL FALL OUT UNITS IN AN ORDERLY
MANNER.
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Annex L: Closing Ceremony
Closing Ceremonies, to OPERATIONS ORDER 1-11John J. Pershing Memorial Drill
Competition
1. Overview.
Time
1415
1430
Event
Formation
Presentation of Awards
Remarks
Line up in same fashion as opening ceremony
Refer to Details
2. Details.
a. The Commander, from each unit, shall approach the awards giver
when called upon for team awards.
b. For individual awards, the person receiving the award may approach
the award giver when called upon.
c. Those approaching the awards giver must do so in the most direct way
possible. Always walk expeditiously and take the quickest route
possible.
d. Commanders shall not put their units at attention when receiving an
award and the deputy commander shall not take the commander’s
place.
e. When a person is presented with an award or other recognition, he or
she will execute the following steps to receive the award:
i. Walk briskly from his or her position in the formation to the
location of the individual presenting the item, utilizing the most
direct path.
ii. Stop several paces in front of the presenter, and face the
presenter.
iii. Render a proper salute.
iv. Step forward and receive the award, shaking hands.
v. Step backwards and render a proper salute.
vi. Execute an about face, and walk briskly to his or her unit
vii. Place the award in between the Commander and the Unit on
the floor.
viii. DO not stop, salute commander or have a celebration or
ceremony at your unit.
ix. Immediate take your place in the formation.
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f.
At the conclusion of the awards ceremony and after all announcements
have been given, all units will be dismissed from the Drill Area.
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Annex K: Reference
General
I. It is the objective of the 2010 National Society of Pershing Rifles John J.
Pershing Memorial Drill Competition to provide fair, unbiased, and most
importantly enjoyable military drill competition to all members of the
organization. This document is the culmination of numerous recent MDC
Standard Operating Procedures, and is designed to provide healthy
competition within the ranks of Pershing Rifles. National Headquarters
realizes that this document may not be perfect, but outlines the best possible
method for competition at the 2010 MDC.
Materials
I. The US Army Field Manual, FM 3-21.5: Drill and Ceremonies, is the governing
document for all drill maneuvers within the MDC.
II. FM 3-21.5 may be found online in digital Adobe Acrobat 7.0 format at Army
Knowledge Online (AKO), <www.us.army.mil>, or at the General Dennis J.
Reimer Training and Doctrine Digital Library at <www.train.army.mil>.
III. Digital copies of FM 3-21.5 or the 2010 MDC SOP (this document) may be
requested from the MDC OIC, via the contact information listed below.
IV. Hard (paper) copies of FM 3-21.5 or the 2010 MDC SOP (this document) may
also be requested from the MDC OIC, via the contact information listed below.
All postage and supply cost will be paid by the requestor in advance.
V. Any questions regarding wording, special permissions, or clarification of
information contained within this document may be requested from the MDC
OIC, via the contact information listed below.
Credits
1. This document was originally authored by PR/MG Christopher Scheuermann,
OIC, 2006 JJP MDC.
2. This document was adapted for previous use and edited by P/R MG Tom
Carlsen, NATCOM (2009-2010).
3. This Document is now in use and edited by P/R CPT Michael Sticco, NHQ G3
(2016-2017)
Contact Information
I. All requests and questions should be forwarded to the MDC OIC at the
address below. Please include name, duty title, and company designation
with all correspondence.
P/R CPT Michael Sticco
2017 MDC OIC
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Email: [email protected]
2017 John J. Pershing Memorial Drill Competition SOP
PRF 330
10 November 2016
By Order of the National Commander:
Tymothy Whisenand
Major General, National Society of Pershing Rifles
National Commander
Official:
Michael Sticco
Captain, National Society of Pershing Rifles
Officer in Charge
DISTRIBUTION:
This publication has been authorized for public distribution.
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