Drill Competition

On the 19th of July, the cream of the crop of the seven Uniformed Bodies of SMKTD, assembled once again at the school compound for the yearly showdown of the foot drill competition. After months of practicing, synchronising and perfecting their drill sequences, all the teams were ready to showcase their skills

The competition began with the scrupulous inspection of uniforms by the judges.

Next, the presentation of basic and formative drill movements by the individual team.

The competition had a newcomer this year—the Girls’ Brigade.

This year, the Junior Scouts were a more organized and a more mature team.

The highlight of the day was of course the announcement of the results.

The third place … The Boys' Brigade

Last year’s runner-up, the Boys' Brigade put up a spectacular performance. However, they were disappointed as the coveted trophy had eluded them once again and they had to be content with third place .

The runner-up ...The St John's Ambulance Corps

The St. John’s Ambulance Corps, last year’s Champion put up an equally impressive performance. However they faced stiff competition from a very determined Police Cadet Corps

Marching their ways to the judges’ heart….

Yes, the Police Cadet Corps managed to upstage the St. John’s Ambulance Corps and captured the best Platoon trophy. What a sweet victory….The Police Cadet Corps were over the moon… they could hardly believe their ears when the final result was announced.

They provided a magnificent drill maneuvering display as well as an entertaining show using various marching drill sequences.

The Best Commander goes to Cheong Chee Kong of the Police Cadet Corps.

“We have put in many hours of practice to be where we are today,” said the elated commander of Police Cadet, Cheong Chee Kong (5 Sc1) “ It is a team effort. I think we are the only group where every member contributes his ideas to choreograph the drill formations. The competition had taught us the value of teamwork, for without it, those significant achievements would have remained a pipe dream.”

We salute all the participating teams for the superlative performances and Pn Ng Siew Tuan, the Senior Assistant of Co-Curricular Activities deserves a special recognition for spearheading yet another memorable and successful foot drill competition.

Report by Aaron Yeoh/ Su-Lise

Camera Crew: Low Hoi Kit, Jean, Su-Lise