Cadet Jesus Beltran Gonzalez earned the title of state champion in the 400-meter run at the Missouri state middle school track and field championships, held Saturday, April 26, 2025. Beltran, an 8th grader from St. Michael, Minnesota, secured first place with a time of 55.01 seconds, setting a new state middle school record for the event.
The Missouri Military Academy Armed Fusileer Drill Team traveled to Denver, Colorado, to compete in the Rocky Mountain National Drill Competition on Saturday, April 12, earning top honors — including first place in Inspection.
Missouri Military Academy cadets excelled at the 2025 MMA JROTC Raiders Challenge on Saturday, March 15, earning top placements among competing teams. MMA Team 1 secured first place overall, while MMA Team 2 finished third.
Missouri Military Academy announces that Justin Bethel has joined the Academy as the new equestrian coordinator. In this role, Bethel guides middle and high school cadets through the rewarding experience of working with horses, fostering character development, responsibility and essential life skills.
Cadet Ryan Miles ended his MMA wrestling career at the MSHSAA state competition, securing his first state victory and finishing with 104 career wins. A three-time team captain, Miles earned 30+ wins in both his junior and senior years.
Three Missouri Military Academy rifle teams competed in the Civilian Marksmanship Program JROTC Regionals Championship, held in Camp Perry, Ohio, from February 12 to 16.
The Missouri Military Academy rifle team has successfully completed the 2024 JROTC CMP Regionals Qualifier, earning eligibility for the 2025 JROTC Service Championships, scheduled to take place at Camp Perry, Ohio, from February 13–15, 2025.
The MMA swim team made an impressive splash at the state championships, with a standout performance in individual freestyle leading to a 14th-place finish. The team also excelled in the 200-yard freestyle relay, achieving a top-15 finish. The relay squad demonstrated remarkable teamwork, dedication, and perseverance, reflecting their rigorous preparation and commitment to excellence.
The Missouri Military Academy Colonels varsity wrestling team delivered a strong performance in their first tournament of the season at the Esmond Ford Memorial Tournament in Affton, Missouri, on Saturday, December 7. Competing against 25 teams, the Colonels secured sixth place overall.
The Missouri Military Academy Colonels wrestling team has kicked off their high school season with a 6-0 record following back-to-back dual meets on December 4 and 5.
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