As has been the case since anyone can remember, AGI Day was once again held on a fine day. The Corps were delighted to welcome the inspecting officer Lt Gen Sir Ralph Wooddisse who was extremely impressed with everything he witnessed, and commented on the enthusiasm of the cadets and the enormous commitment displayed by Epsom’s staff. Special mention went to RSM cadet Jacob and the three Heads of sections: Seren (RN section), James (RAF Section) and Harry (Army Section).
Service in the Chapel of St Luke
The day began, in the time-honoured tradition, with service in the Chapel of St Luke. The College was honoured to host Chaplain in Chief, The Venerable Dr (Air Vice Marshall) Giles Legood, who gave a first-class sermon. He also commented on how impressed he was with our pupils, cadets and staff, and commended Epsom for the quality of its CCF.
The cadets took part in the parade, inspection, march past and honour guard
Following Chapel, the cadets then took part in the parade, inspection, march past and the honour guard – in front of an audience of parents, staff, pupils and OEs. Perhaps the stars of the day were the Band of the Irish Guards, who were totally magnificent in playing both modern and traditional pieces.
Just before lunch, the cadets competed in the inter-service obstacle course on Wilson pitch. The highly sought-after trophy was won this year by the Royal Navy section – congratulations to them for a fantastic and well-deserved victory. A significant feature of AGI Day is the Gun Run, which this year was won by the Army/RAF section. The Honour Guard was led with distinction by Sasha and her team practised and produced a faultless drill display in front of the VIPs, parents, OEs and cadets.
Inter-House CCF Competition
In the afternoon, the CCF House teams competed for the Epsom CCF House Trophy in a series of 12 stands set up around the CCF HQ. The event, manned by CCF staff, is always fiercely contested and highly-coveted by all within the CCF.
In the end, the Epsom CCF House Trophy was awarded to Granville.
Other notable awards included:
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Drill Competition – Raven
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Log/Stretcher Race – Holman
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Command Task – White
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Military Skills – Carr
All cadets, without exception, should be extremely proud of their efforts and were outstanding ambassadors for the College.
