Fallbrook High School Marine Corps JROTC holds inaugural drill competition

FALLBROOK – Fallbrook High School JROTC cadets recently held their first drill competition. The five units of Fallbrook High make up their battalion of approximately 160 students, who competed in grueling 95-degree heat against each other for top honors. The competition included a rigorous inspection by active duty Marine Corps drill instructors.

In addition to a full inspection by San Diego-based Marine Corps Recruit Depot drill instructors for military knowledge, appearance and bearing, the cadets were evaluated in military drill and physical fitness. Cadet leadership looked on as each plato...