2NI BATTALION ARMY CADETS CELEBRATE SUCCESS

2NI Bn Northern Ireland teenagers have been celebrating success at a formal awards presentation, marking high achievement in the Army Cadet Force.

11 young people marked the achievement of Master Cadet status, one of the highest achievements within the Cadet movement. Established in 1989, the aim of the Master Cadet Course is to broaden and further develop the leadership, instructional and administrative responsibilities of senior cadets. Attendance at the prestigious course is by invitation and, even when the course has been successfully completed, appointment as a Master Cadet is solely at the discretion of the ACF County Commandant.

The ceremony recognised 12 Cadets who also had plenty to smile about as they collected their 4 Star Awards, demonstrating progress in the ACF and the successful completion of demanding training.

Finally at the same ceremony 4 Cadets demonstrated their skills with the successful completion of the Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Public Services.

Paying tribute to the talents of the Cadets, Colonel Keith Dowell, Commandant of 2nd (Northern Ireland) Battalion Army Cadet Force, said, “Northern Ireland is – and always has been – a fertile ground for ACF talent and these high achieving Cadets demonstrate the calibre of the young people we attract in the region.  The achievements they are marking are a reflection of their commitment as well as their abilities, for nothing is gained without hard work and determination.  The awards also reflect the commitment of their Adult Instructors who devote their time, energy and expertise to inspiring our Cadets and helping them to achieve great things.  

“In today’s highly competitive world, achievements such as these, coupled with the wider experiences and training offered by the ACF, are a real asset to young people, giving them something really positive to add to their Personal Statements as they apply for college or university places or take their first steps into the world of work.  They are also a fantastic boost to confidence, helping our Cadets to realise just how much they can achieve when they set their minds to something.” 

Master Cadets 

1. CSM Sarah Watson
2. RSM William Robinson
3. SI Rhianna Lilburn
4. CSM Erin McCloskey
5. RSM Emma Jones
6. Sgt Matthew Baird
7. Sgt Alasdair Ross
8. Sgt Jack Crichton

4 Star

1. CSgt Charlie Griffith
2. CSgt Alexander Lane
3. CSgt Jack Hawthorne
4. SSgt Cameron Moore
5. CSgt Holly McAlpine
6. SSgt Lewis Towe
7. Sgt Dean Weir
8. SMajor Rebecca Harrison
9. SSgt Joel Hillis
10. Cpl Holly Croft
11. Sgt Ryan Hitching
12. Sgt Chloe McCrory  

BTEC

1. Sgt Hayden Baynes 
2. Sgt Ryan Hanlon
3. RI Melissa McDevitt
4. Csgt Alexander Lane

Congratulations to you all, from RFCA NI!