National Raider Challenge
Welcome Materials
- Welcome Packet: Click here
- Event Overview: October 22 to 25, 2026
- Raider Code of Conduct: Click here
- Media Consent and Release Waiver: Click here
- Hold Harmless Waiver: Click here
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1 | Online Portal | Registration Opens |
| 9/30 | 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
Scores and Results
- Download Challenge Division Results October 2026
- Download Masters Division Results October 2026
- Download All-Service Division Results October 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.
