US Navy JROTC Academic, Athletic and Drill Championship
March 27-28, 2026 | NAS Pensacola, Florida
March 27-28, 2026 | NAS Pensacola, Florida
On behalf of Sports Network International and the U.S. Navy JROTC Headquarters, we are honored to extend this invitation to the 2026 US Navy JROTC Academic, Athletic and Drill Championship. This premier championship brings together the finest Navy JROTC programs from across the nation for two days of exceptional competition, camaraderie, and achievement at the historic Naval Air Station Pensacola.
Whether you are a returning competitor or joining us for the first time, you will experience a professionally managed event that celebrates excellence in academics, athletics, and drill. We look forward to welcoming your cadets and instructors to this outstanding tradition.
Premier Navy JROTC competition event of the year – Sponsored by the U.S. Navy JROTC HQ in Great Lakes, Illinois
Schools compete in 10 events across academic, athletic & drill disciplines for the Overall Event Championship
Produced by SNI with over 43 years of experience managing 300+ national competitions
Comprehensive judges training both in advance and on-site ensures fair, consistent judging
Submit and track all paperwork & payments online via MySchool – the finest system available today
Held at NAS Pensacola, Florida – easily accessible from Interstate 10 with a major airport nearby
Secure military base with dedicated access for instructors, cadets, and parents
Thousands of reasonably priced hotel rooms available within easy driving distance
Flexible meal options – choose a Galley Meal Plan or handle your own food arrangements
Unparalleled client support throughout the entire competition – we're here to assist!
All attending schools are nominated to attend by their Navy Area Managers
An online Commander's Call will be held appx 10 days prior to the event to cover rules and answer questions
Register at the custom MySchool website: myschool.thenationals.net
Schools should prepare financially and logistically before receiving nomination confirmation
Required for all cadets | Optional for Instructors or Supporters
All cadets attending the Navy Nationals event are required to pay the Package Plan.
Note: Schools are responsible for their own lodging arrangements.
Friday & Saturday, March 27-28, 2026
NAS Pensacola, Pensacola, Florida
For team sizes, rules & procedures, please read through the event Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Overall Championship: 1st through 5th place trophies
Overall Athletic & Overall Drill: 1st through 3rd place trophies
Team Events: 1st through 5th place trophies
Individual Awards: 1st through 10th place medals for top finishing cadets in the Academic Exam, Male & Female Push Ups and Male & Female Curl Ups as well as Knockout Drill
Awards Ceremony: Held at the National Museum of Naval Aviation – a must-see facility!
Live Streaming: Awards ceremony streamed via Navy Nationals Facebook page
Competition Trophies: Supplied by the Navy League – among the finest awards earned anywhere in JROTC!