COLLECTIVE DRILL TEAM BUILDING
2026-02-07
Mercer Island High School Drill Team
Last Saturday was another district competition at Kent-Ridge High School. The 23 members of our Mercer Island Drill Team had breakfast at our house at 7am before leaveing for Kent on the bus.
There were about 20 schools participating as they are judged for three programs - Kick, Pom Pom and Military routines. Last year for the 2025 state competition, Mercer Island Drill Team won first in all three categories. That was the first time in the history of Mercer Island Drill Team for them to be first. Therefore, they are working to keep their title this year and doing exceedingly well. My granddaughter, Kirin, is one of the captains.
At the end of the day there is "Drill Down Competition". All 400 or so of the participants gather across the gymnasium floor. One of the judges, like a drill sergeant, rapidly shouts our commands in rapid succession. Those who miss and make a mistake sit down. Last Saturday, Kirin was the last one standing!