What Is a Drill Team? Tradition, Recognition & Hall of Fame Guide for High Schools
A drill team is a performance group found in thousands of high schools across the United States, blending precision, discipline, and teamwork into one of the most visually compelling extracurricular programs a school can offer. The term covers two distinct traditions that share a name but differ dramatically in style: military-style drill teams (typically affiliated with JROTC, ROTC, or CAP units) and dance-style drill teams (also called pom squads, precision dance teams, or flag corps). Both programs develop exceptional student leaders, rack up competitive titles, and generate decades of institutional pride—the kind of legacy that deserves permanent recognition.
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