John Marshall
The DrillMaster’s 'Training for Military Drill Teams, Color Guards, and Judges' is a comprehensive guide for individuals and teams involved in military drill. The book covers a wide array of topics including regulation and exhibition drill techniques, color guard protocols, and the intricacies of drill competition judging. Marshall offers insights into creating effective drill routines, mastering fundamental skills, and developing leadership qualities within drill teams. Emphasis is placed on achieving excellence through dedicated practice, understanding military bearing, and maintaining good sportsmanship. Additionally, the guide addresses common challenges faced by drill teams, provides solutions for improvement, and explores opportunities for post-high school involvement in drill. This resource is designed for drillers, instructors, and judges seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the world of military drill.Written specifically for JROTC cadet drill teams, color guards, their instructors and competition judges. This book replaces the books Filling in the Gaps, Volumes I and II with the whole library of articles from the drillmaster.org website from its inception in 2011 to January 2017, organized into chapters that specifically address drill teams, ceremonies, color guards, general information, and judges.