Chain of Command Features Four Cadet-Athletes

WEST POINT, N.Y. – The U.S. Military Academy announced the cadet leadership positions today naming the chain of command for the 4,400-member Corps of Cadets.

The chain of command features four cadet-athletes in leadership positions, including track and field's Calli McMullen and Lynne Mooradian, Connor Long of sprint football and Maddie Burns of women's lacrosse.

"We are excited that the leadership our cadet-athletes show on the fields of friendly strife transfers to the military pillar of West Point," Army West Point Director of Athletics Mike Buddie said. "These athletes provide us great examples of demonstrated excellence and winning spirit across all pillars. We are very proud of them and look forward to a great year."

Cadets at West Point must apply, be nominated, and then interview for leadership positions among their peers before being appointed by senior staff.

McMullen is the Brigade Athletic Office, while Mooradian is the Brigade Academic Officer. Long was named the 3rd Regimental Command Sergeant Major and Burns was named to the same position in the 4th Regiment.

The First Captain/Brigade Commander for the Class of 2020 is Daine Van De Wall of West Friendship, Md. The Brigade Command Sergeant Major is Kevin Shinnick of Milford, Mass.

For the entire chain of command, visit westpoint.edu.

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Chain of Command Features Four Cadet-Athletes

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