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Our Cadet had his shaved by all friends before he reported for I-day. That was an awesome memory to have. He still had it shaved again on I-day and received no extra attention, because he showed up already shaved.

Our 27' Cadet feels the same, and often tells us the exact points you have made.

100% agree with all you stated. My cadet is in the class of 27' and their experience is nothing like they expected nor wanted. In kinds words, they have stated it is easy and soft. Kid gloves all the time. They were looking forward to REC and being in that stressful 3 day environment. As a...

The mask was on the packing list for 27' Our cadet never used it, never was asked to use it, and threw the masks away after BCT. No one even asked to check and see if they had it. Just pack the mask.

Yes, Blue Chip is a thing at USMA. My cadet was blue chipped at both USAFA and USMA. The coach clearly made a point to tell us they were blue chipped. Our cadet's appointments came in around the end of March. I personally believe a coach does have a say, as long as your cadet is a strong...

If you are not a recruited athlete then the odds are slim to none you make it on a Division I program at USAFA. With swimming you know your times and can compare them to current times on the team. That would give you a good idea where you stand. If they are competitive, then it never hurts to...

It's public knowledge. Posted on the USAFA website. https://www.usafa.edu/parents/

Class of 2028 Appointee Handbook has dropped. Everything you need to know. https://www.usafa.edu/app/uploads/2028-Appointee-Handbook.pdf

I will add this. The Cadet Wing Parade was extremely hot last year. The sun at elevation is no Joke. We had Grandparents with us and had to move them under the blenchers. We will not be attending the Cadet Parade this year. Once you have seen one Parade, you have seen them all. lol Our...

Similar situation for our cadet last year. Their FFR basically told us, at best they might get into the prep school. Said their app was not strong enough. Fast Forward, our cadet received appointments from both USMA and USAFA. They chose USAFA and one of the reason why was how unprofessional...

I am only speaking from my cadet's experience. This was the strategy going into their last time taking the ACT. Just needed to improve one section. They basically just focused on that one section during the test. They are in the Class of 27' and doing great at the USAFA. Others will...

Unless you are a 5 Star super athlete, the coaches are not going to find you. My cadet had completed their application early and then reached out directly to the coach of the program they exceled in. Next thing you know they became a recruited athlete for the program and currently excelling on...

Very Normal. Our Cadet took a total of 8 minutes.

In cases where a cadet is capable of navigating the rigorous admissions process and can receive an appointment independently, the coach might opt not to use a blue chip identifier—a term typically reserved for highly sought-after recruits. This strategy allows the coach to reserve such valuable...

Here is a great site to compare your events and see how you compare to current Athletes at any School. This will give you a good pictures of the needs of the Team. https://tf.tfrrs.org/outdoor