National Raider Challenge
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Registration Closes September 30
Welcome Materials
- Welcome Packet: Pending
- Event Overview: October 22 to 25, 2026
- JROTC National Raider Challenge Division List: Pending
- Raider Code of Conduct: Pending
- Media Consent and Release Waiver: Pending
- Hold Harmless Waiver: Pending
Challenge Overview
The October 2026 JROTC National Raider Challenge was the 4th annual national championship event hosted at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Teams from across the country competed in high-intensity physical and team-based events to earn the title of Raider National Champion.
- Purpose: Test cadets’ physical fitness, teamwork, and leadership under pressure
- Scored Events: Rope Bridge, RX Rescue, Gauntlet, 5K Run, Strength Test
- Divisions: Challenge, Masters, All-Service, Ultimate Raider
- Awards: Top 3 teams recognized per event and division
- Schedule: Multi-day competition with opening ceremony, division battles, and awards presentations
Raider Challenge 2026 Schedule
| Date | Location | Event |
|---|---|---|
| TBA | Online Portal | Registration Opens |
| TBA | Online Portal | Registration Closes |
| 10/22 | Fort Knox, KY | Team Arrival & Check-In |
| 10/22 | Fort Knox, KY | Opening Ceremony & Division Briefings |
| 10/23-10/25 | Fort Knox, KY | Challenge, Masters, Ultimate Raider Competitions |
| 10/25 | Fort Knox, KY | Awards Ceremony & Departure |
| All times listed in Eastern Time. Division schedules and maps will be posted in the Welcome Packet. | ||
SOPs and Official Files
Event Map and Transportation
Scores and Results
- Download Challenge Division Results April 2026
- Download Masters Division Results April 2026
- Download All-Service Division Results April 2026
- Historical Rankings (WIP)
Media and Coverage
RV Parking
- Free parking, no hookups
- Must be listed on team registration
- Camp Carlson Info
Access and Visitor Info
Reminder: Visitors must show valid ID or Fast Pass at the gate.
