Friday, December 7th — Saturday, December 8th
The Patriot Games presented by USAA is a spectacular two-day competition between Cades & Midshipmen. Points are entered through five events. The team with the most points will win this year’s bragging rights and be presented with the Patriot Games trophy on the field during the Army-Navy Game.
Rocky Relay
Friday, December 7th @ 8:30am (Open to Public)
Location: Steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th & Ben Franklin Parkway
As the sun rises, so do the Cadets & Mids as they run a relay up the famous “Rocky Steps.” Strength and speed will be tested and only the winners can say “Yo Adrian, I did it!”
Leadership Reaction Course
Friday, December 7th @ 10:00am (Open to Public)
Location: Independence Visitor Center, Market Street between 5th & 6th
The leadership Reaction Course will be revealed to the participants at the start of the challenge. Leaders receive a mission, brainstorm, execute, and readjust to complete it under a time restraint. The course includes mental and physical obstacles that can only be overcome with leadership and teamwork.
Pull-Up Challenge
Friday, December 7th @ 12:00pm (Open to Public)
Location: The Shops at Liberty Place, 16th & Chestnut Streets
Amid the cheering and pep bands the official Pep Rally, the Cadets & Mids have to concentrate and compete as many pull-ups as possible.
Tug-of-War
Friday, December 7th @ 3:00pm
Location: USS New Jersey Battleship, Camden NJ
In the shadow of the USS New Jersey, the Cadets & Mids will call on determination and strength with a Tug-of-War competition! Experience the Battleship New Jersey, America’s most decorated battleship, and one of the area’s most exciting museums. Visit BattleshipNewJersey.com
Stadium Obstacle Relay
Saturday, December 8th 1:15 PM (Game Ticket Required)
Location: Lincoln Financial Field
It all comes down to game day and a Stadium Obstacle Relay to determine this year’s Patriot Games champion!
