State champion raider team going to nationals

The Union County High School JROTC Raider Team, Front Row (left to right): Hunter Smith, Chloie Harris, Savannah Thompson, Davien Presley, Jamaal Reynolds, and Isabelle Kirsten
Middle Row (left to right): Genesis Alonzo, Jordan Burgess, Mercedes Webb, Lillie Lane, Noah Vissel, Adriana Clarke, and Ayleana Reeves
Back Row (left to right): Cason Forbes, Kamerohn Wilson, and Steven Mink

BY DAN HILDEBRAN

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After finishing runner-up two years in a row, then State Champions last year, the Union County JROTC Raider Team was selected to compete at the National Raider Competition at Fort Knox, Kentucky, on October 24-26.

Ltc. Kevin Steverson said the team has worked hard and is excited about this unique opportunity.