to the experience and were enjoyed thoroughly by all involved. With the
guidance from Fr. PJ Somers throughout the pilgrimage, this gave the
cadets time to reflect, wind down and to enjoy the valuable moments
that usually cadets wouldn't get the chance to do. After four days of
socialising and interacting with people from all over the world, seeing
variations of marches from other armies and attending prayer services
and gatherings, the cadets were invited to join in the closing ceremony
where members of the 99th Cadet Class represented the class to
the highest standard. Without a doubt Lourdes was one of the most
memorable and enjoyable trips of the Cadetship.
All-Army Boxing – 2/Lt Fintan Perris
(commissioned to 1 MIC)
In early March 2023 members of the 99th Cadet Class undertook a brief
training camp in preparation for the All-Army Boxing Championships
2023. Under the watchful eye of Sgt Molloy and CS Pollard, the class
honed their skills before being put to the test in the ring. The class won a
historic victory for both the Mil Col and DFTC, by being the first unit from
the Curragh to win an All-Army Boxing title. Wins from Cdt Smith with
one fight in the senior category, Cdt Perris with two wins in the advanced
novice and three wins by Cdt Gallagher in the novice, along with a win for
Cdt McMenamin to bring home the trophy to the Cadets' Mess. It was a
proud day for all involved and a piece of history for the 99th Cadet Class.
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99th Cadet Class depart Cadets Mess
for commissioning ceremony
Celebrations following conclusion
of commissioning ceremony
Cadet receives commissioning scroll from
Minister for Defence, Micheál Martin, TD
99th Cadet Class under command
of Comdt Gary Ryan, OIC 99th Cadet Class
99th Cadet class wining the An Cosantóir
10km block race event
ENDEX, cadets pose after a tactical exercise
