“Praise in Public”: The Case for Public Correction

“Praise in Public”: The Case for Public Correction

DrillMaster January 13, 2026Commentary Leave a Comment

Not long ago, I received a private message from a high-ranking officer (O-6). See my “Stupid People” article. While I’ve received variations of this question before, his direct inquiry provided the perfect opportunity to address a recurring issue. The image above was generated for me by Gemini. It’s supposed to be of a disappointed senior leader. Notice the fringe on …

DrillMaster Video Critiques

DrillMaster February 25, 2020Color Guard/Color Team, DrillCenter News, DrillMaster Performance Critiques, Judging 2 Comments

The DrillMaster has given live audio feedback for performances for many years and now he has moved into video critiques.

Mardis Gras Drill Meet 2013 Exhibition Drill Audio Performance Critiques

DrillMaster February 9, 2013Commentary, Drill Teams, DrillMaster Performance Critiques, Judging Leave a Comment

The 2013 edition of the Mardis Gras Drill Meet at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. was a big success! Even thought the competition was spread out over the campus due to construction on the football field, all seemed to go fairly smoothly. The rain the had pounded the campus up to the Wednesday prior to the competition made for …

Written Critique of the USAF Drill Team 2012 Routine

DrillMaster June 12, 2012Commentary, Drill Teams, Honor Guard, Instructional Leave a Comment

If you’d like to read my critique of the American Air Force’s Honor Guard Drill Team 2012 routine, go to their YouTube channel. If you have any questions or comments about the critique, fire away! DrillMaster Do you have a video you would like critiqued by The DrillMaster? Then please send an email!