 OCTOBER 2025

On Target: Air Rifle Team Starts Season Strong

Our Air Rifle Team has hit the ground running this season, showing dedication, skill, and impressive results at their opening competitions.

The season opener was held on September 6, where our cadets proved they were locked, loaded, and ready to go. The Precision Team claimed 1st place overall, led by top shooter Cadet Jovel. The A Team earned 3rd place with Cadet Peasley taking top shooter honors, and the B Team finished strong, guided by top shooter Cadet Davis.

Just two weeks later, on September 20, the team traveled to Waycross, GA, for their second meet of the year. Once again, our cadets delivered excellent performances. The Sporter A Team brought home 2nd place overall, while the Precision Team earned a 4th place finish. Top shooters of the day were Cadets Jovel, Kane, and Hajzus, who each demonstrated impressive marksmanship under pressure.

With this momentum, our Air Rifle Team is excited to continue the season. Congratulations to all our cadets on their outstanding performances so far. Your hard work and dedication are setting the tone for an exciting season ahead!

Back-to-Back Champs: Nease Navy Wins Army vs. Navy Showdown

What a game! On September 19, the stands were full of school spirit as Nease Navy NJROTC took on St. Augustine Army JROTC in the highly anticipated 2nd Annual Army vs. Navy Flag Football Game.

The matchup did not disappoint. Both teams came ready to play, battling hard until the very end. In a nail-biting finish, our Nease Navy cadets pulled through with a 26–18 victory, securing the $1,000 prize, championship belt, and bragging rights for the second year in a row!

After the win, Chris Brown from Geico presented our team with the $1,000 check and championship belt, a highlight moment that capped off the night.

Of course, the fun extended beyond the field. Families and fans enjoyed tasty treats from King of Pops and Nothing Bundt Cakes, with a portion of proceeds supporting our program.

A huge thank-you goes out to our cadets, fans, sponsors, and community for making this year’s game such a success. With another win under our belt, Nease Navy has proven once again that teamwork, spirit, and determination go a long way on and off the field.

Nease Cadets Shine at Pentathlon

Congratulations to our cadets who competed in the Pentathlon on September 13! Two Nease teams represented our school at Terry Parker High School, and our A Team proudly brought home 2nd place overall.

The Pentathlon put cadets to the test with five challenging events: a tire flip, bowline knot tie, brain brawl, air rifle, and even a Humvee push.

We are incredibly proud of our cadets for demonstrating strength, teamwork, and determination throughout the competition. Their hard work and dedication truly made Nease shine!

Nease Orienteering Win Pirate Classic

The Nease NJROTC Orienteering Team kicked off the season in impressive fashion at the Pirate Classic, held in Brunswick, GA, on October 4. Competing against strong teams, Nease cadets brought home a remarkable haul of awards and set a high standard for the season ahead.

The team’s skill and determination were evident across all levels of competition, earning top spots in both team and individual categories.

Team Results

Overall Team Standings: Nease Gold – 1st Place Overall; Nease Green – 6th Place Overall
Green Course: Nease Gold – 2nd Place
Brown Course: Nease Gold – 2nd Place
Orange Course: Nease Gold – 1st Place
Yellow Course: Nease Green – 1st Place; Nease Gold – 2nd Place

Individual 1st-Place Winners

Cadet Gourd – 1st on Green Course Male
Cadet Wagner – 1st on Orange Course Female
Cadet Smith, N. – 1st on Yellow Course Female
Cadet Byrd – 1st on Yellow Course Male

Other Individual Placements

Green Course (Male): Cadet Spore – 7th, Cadet Johns – 9th
Brown Course (Female): Cadet Newman – 3rd
Orange Course (Male): Cadet Lanoue – 7th, Cadet Flowers – 8th
Orange Course (Female): Cadet Lewis – 5th
Yellow Course (Male): Cadet Theobald – 3rd, Cadet Peasley – 4th
Yellow Course (Female): Cadet Ardon – 3rd, Cadet Walker – 6th

The Orienteering Team’s strong start at the Pirate Classic demonstrates the depth of talent and dedication within the program. With this momentum, they are poised for an exciting and successful season. Congratulations to all the cadets for their outstanding performances and for proudly representing Nease NJROTC!

Proof Nights

Mark your calendars! Cadet Photo Proof Nights will be held in the Nease Media Center on October 8 (3 PM–7 PM) and October 9 (4 PM–7 PM).

Families will have the opportunity to view their cadet’s official photos taken by Superior Images and place orders for prints or unique photo gifts.

Don’t miss this chance to see your cadet’s professional portraits and secure lasting keepsakes!

CPO Meeting

Join us for our monthly Cadet Parent Organization meeting on Thursday, October 16 at 7:45am in Portable 40.

These meetings are a great way to:
✔️ Hear updates directly from Warrant Officer Donato and our cadet top staff
✔️ Learn what the CPO is doing to support our cadets
✔️ Stay informed about upcoming events and opportunities

Not a CPO member yet? No problem! Become a member today and join us in supporting our cadets — [Purchase your membership HERE!]

Volunteers Still Needed for Biketoberfest Fundraiser!

Our unit has an exciting opportunity to raise funds by working a parking lot during Biketoberfest in St. Augustine, October 17–19. This is a great way to support our cadets, but we still need parent volunteers to fill the remaining shifts.

Volunteers will help direct cars and collect parking fees. Simple tasks that make a big impact for our program!

📅 Event Schedule:

Friday, October 17: 5:00–10:00 PM
Saturday, October 18: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM
Sunday, October 19: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM

There are multiple opportunities throughout each day and several time slots still open. We can’t make this fundraiser a success without your help. Even just one shift makes a difference!

👉 Please sign up today to reserve your spot and support our cadets: VOLUNTEER

Nease Hosted Drill Meet – Volunteers Needed!

Our Nease Hosted Drill Meet is coming up quickly! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 1. This is one of our biggest events of the year, bringing together several drill teams from area high schools for an exciting day of competition. It’s an all-day event with numerous opportunities to serve, and it’s also a great way for new cadets and parents to see what’s involved in a drill meet.

Why Your Help Matters

To make this event a success, we need LOTS of help from both parents and cadets. This is a UNIT WIDE event, not just for our Nease drill team members. It's an awesome opportunity for cadets to get service hours as well! While the event is largely managed by our cadets (who will sign up through the unit), our CPO and parents play a crucial role in scoring, hospitality, and meal support. We need to provide food for our cadets, visiting teams, judges, and even the bus drivers. Your support, through volunteering or donations, is essential to ensure everything runs smoothly.

How You Can Help

There are multiple ways to get involved:

Volunteer for a time slot to assist with scoring, concessions, hospitality, or cadet lunch.
Donate food items for the event.
If you can’t volunteer or shop, consider making a monetary donation, which will be used specifically for feeding the cadets.

Visit our volunteer page to sign up for a time slot, provide a food item, or make a donation.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a memorable experience for our cadets and to see the hard work of all participating teams in action. Your time, support, and generosity truly make a difference!

Fall Promotion Ceremonies Coming Soon

Our first promotion ceremonies of the school year are right around the corner! These special events are a time for each company to gather and celebrate the hard work and achievements of our cadets.

Promotion Schedule:
📅 Thursday, November 13

Alpha Company (1st Period): 9:50 AM
Charlie Company (5th Period): 1:45 PM

📅 Friday, November 14

Bravo Company (2nd Period): 9:50 AM
Delta Company (6th Period): 1:45 PM

All ceremonies will take place at the Nease High School Football Stadium. If your cadet is being promoted and/or receiving a ribbon, you’ll have the special opportunity to pin your cadet during the ceremony.

Families and friends are warmly invited to attend! In the event of inclement weather, ceremonies will move indoors, and all guests will need to have school clearance to enter the building.

Early Bird Tickets for Navy Ball 2026

Although the school year is just getting started, preparations for the 32nd Annual Nease Navy Ball are underway! This year, we’re hosting our elegant celebration at the Marriott Resort at Sawgrass on Saturday, May 2, 2026. It’s a night to honor our cadets’ achievements with formal attire, dinner, dancing, and time-honored Navy traditions, including a special recognition for our seniors.

Why You Should Buy Tickets Now

To help families plan ahead and ease rising vendor costs, we are honoring last year’s ticket prices until the end of this year. Prices will increase slightly on January 1, 2026, so now is the perfect time to secure your tickets.

This event is for cadets, parents, grandparents, and friends of the program. Everyone is welcome to celebrate together!

Important Details

This special event is for cadets, families, and friends
All guests must be high school-aged or older
Alcohol is strictly prohibited in the ballroom during this school event
If you purchased a silver or gold CPO Booster Membership, your account will have a credit at check-out that you can apply to your total. Silver members should have a $25 credit, and gold members should have a $50 credit.

Early Bird Ticket Information

$50 – Nease cadets
$60 – Non-cadet high school student guests/dates
$70 – Adult guests
Tickets are non-refundable
Price Increase will occur January 1, 2026.

✨ Buy your tickets HERE today and save before prices go up!

Let’s make this Navy Ball a night our cadets will never forget!

Senior Trip Planning

SENIOR PARENTS: Be on the lookout for an email as we look ahead to planning a trip for our senior cadets! We are hoping to have a meeting the week of October 13. Stay tuned for more details!

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