2026 FITNESS SCHEDULES

Everyone who participants receives 5 points.  The top 20 will receive placement points plus the 5 participation points.

Placement points are 1^st– 100, 2^nd– 90, 3^rd– 80, 4^th– 70, 5^th– 60, 6^th– 55, 7^th– 50, 8^th– 45, 9^th– 40, 10^th– 35, 11^th– 30, 12^th– 25, 13^th– 20, 14^th– 15, 15^th– 14, 16^th– 13, 17^th– 12,  18^th-11, 19^th– 10 & 20^th– 9 pts.

Strong B.A.N.D.S. “Armed Forces Day” 5K Run/Walk

he Strong B.A.N.D.S. “Armed Forces Day” 5K Run/Walk begins the Commander’s Cup Series. During this timed event, teams can begin accumulating points toward their overall series standings.

Chipping Challenge

Team members will compete in the Chipping Challenge. Each participant will receive a predetermined number of golf balls and will attempt to chip as many balls as possible into the hole to earn points for their team.

“Naughty Nine” Strength Competition: June 4, 2026, reserve a time between 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The “Naughty Nine” Strength Competition tests strength, speed, and stamina. Participants will complete nine activities consecutively while navigating obstacles and physical challenges. In addition, participants can reduce their overall time by completing extra repetitions during designated exercises.

1. Tire flipping for about 15 yards (there is a tire for males and a different one for females)
2. Run through a tire ladder
3. 90lb Sled Drag
4. Pushups
   1. Males perform a minimum of 20
   2. Females’ minimum of 10. 
   3. +5 reps = -20 sec time deduction & +10 reps = -30 sec deduction
5. Farmers’ Walk w/ Kettlebells
   1. Male 2ea 80#
   2. Females 2ea 50#
6. Squat Jumps 15 reps
7. Kettlebell Swings (minimum 15 reps)
   1. Male 45#
   2. Females 25#
   3. +5 reps = -20 sec time deduction & +10 reps = -30 sec deduction
8. Kettlebell Deadlift (minimum 15 reps)
   1. Male 100#
   2. Females 60#
   3. +5 reps = -20 sec time deduction & +10 reps = -30 sec deduction
9. Then back through the tire ladder and sprint to the finish line. The participant can shave time off their overall total by performing extra reps in the Pushups, KB Swings & KB Deadlift.

Army Birthday/ Color Run 5K Run/Walk: June 11, 2026, Registration 11 a.m./ Begins 11:30 a.m.

Following the strength competition, participants can take part in the Army Birthday/Color Run 5K Run/Walk. This event includes a timed 5K run and a 1.3-mile walk. However, walkers will receive only the 5 participation points.

Home Run Derby: June 16, 2026, 11:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. (Softball Field)

During the Home Run Derby, each participant will receive 25 attempts to hit as many home runs as possible. Male participants will use the home run fence. Meanwhile, female participants will hit toward a painted line set at the high school/college regulation distance. A pitching machine will provide pitches for all participants.

Free Throw Challenge: July 8, 2026, reserve a time between 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

In the Free Throw Challenge, participants will have two minutes to make as many baskets as possible.

Triple Threat Challenge: July 23, 2026, reserve a time between 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The Triple Threat Challenge consists of 3 physical activities that will test your stamina, speed and strength and is a timed event.

• Males
  • 20 tire flips on the tire machine in the gymnasium
  • 1,000-meter rowing
  • 30 Pushups
• Females
  • 15 tire flips on the tire machine in the gymnasium
  • 1,000-meter rowing
  • 20 pushups

Ruck March: August 11, 2026, Registration 6:30 a.m./ Begins 7:00 a.m.

The Ruck March is a timed 5.5-mile event. To qualify for placement points, participants must finish while carrying a ruck, backpack, or vest weighing at least 20 pounds. Event staff will weigh the equipment at the finish line.

Triathlon: August 13, 2026, Registration 11 a.m./ Run Begins 11:30 a.m.

• The Triathlon is a timed event consisting of 3 activities performed consecutively.
  • 2km (1.34 mile) Run
  • 4-mile bike ride (participates need to bring their own bike and helmet)
  • 300meter swim (10 laps= down 1, back 2, down 3, back 4, and so on)

Soccer Shot Challenge: August 20, 2026, reserve a time between 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Each participant will have 9 attempts to score as many points as possible from 12 yards and 1 bonus ball from 15 yards. Object is to either put the soccer ball into the large 55-gallon trash can or hit the can.

• Scoring:
• 12 yards
  • 5 points= in the can
  • 1 point= hit the can
• 15 yards
  • 10 points= in the can
  • 5 points= hit the can

Punt, Pass & Kick Competition: September 3, 2026, reserve a time between 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

For the Punt, Pass & Kick Competition, each participant will receive three punt attempts, three pass attempts, and three place-kick attempts. Then, event staff will record the participant’s best punt, best pass, and best kick. Finally, staff will add those three distances together to determine the participant’s cumulative score.

Remembrance 10K Grand Finale: September 10, 2026, Registration 11 a.m./ Run Begins 11:30 a.m.

The Remembrance 10K serves as the Commander’s Cup Series grand finale. The event features a 6.2-mile route along Perimeter Road, giving participants a change of pace and new scenery. Water stations will be available along the route. Alternatively, participants who do not wish to complete the 10K may use the standard 1.34-mile walking route.