JUNCTION CITY, Kan. – &nbsp;The Junction City High School JROTC Blue Jay Battalion had a historic showing at the 2026-27 National Raider Challenge in Fort Knox, Ky., capturing multiple top 10 showings, including a National Championship in One Rope Bridge.In the master division, which is considered the best in the United States,

The Blue Jays’ mixed team dominated, securing fourth overall as a squad after competing against over 4,000 cadets. Overall, the JCHS battalion not only captured a National Championship in One Rope Bridge but also secured second overall in both Cross-Country Rescue and the Physical Strength Test.

Finally, the Blue Jay male squad wrapped-up competition No. 12 overall, nationally, out of 59 teams. In all, JCHS secured top 10 showings in both Rope Bridge and Cross-Country Rescue, respectively.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>By Matt HooverUSD 475 Communications CoordinatorJUNCTION CITY, Kan. – &nbsp;The Junction City High School JROTC Blue Jay Battalion had a historic showing at the 2026-27 National Raider Challenge in Fort Knox, Ky., capturing multiple top 10 showings, including a National Championship in One Rope Bridge.In the master division, which is considered the best in the United States, The Blue Jays’ mixed team dominated, securing fourth overall as a squad after competing against over 4,000 cadets. Overall, the JCHS battalion not only captured a National Championship in One Rope Bridge but also secured second overall in both Cross-Country Rescue and the Physical Strength Test.Finally, the Blue Jay male squad wrapped-up competition No. 12 overall, nationally, out of 59 teams. In all, JCHS secured top 10 showings in both Rope Bridge and Cross-Country Rescue, respectively.&nbsp;&nbsp;

JCHS JROTC Brings Home National Championship