WDC 2020, Neriah Guerin, The Street Elite, Washington DC

The Driller's Creed
Neriah Guerin

I am a Driller
I am unwavering in the pursuit of perfection
I always move forward
I improve upon the standards of those who came before me.

While the colors I wear denote my team
My uniform is my own
I set myself apart by my attention to detail
And my dedication to perfection

I have one chance to make a first impression
My actions are a testement to what I've achieved
I am a Champion.

Marching and maneuvering have long been central to drill and ceremony.
Others used this to assemble combat formations.
I use it to traverse the Drill floor with purpose and poise.
Extensive knowledge of techniques enables me to March On.

I stand strong in the face of subjectivity.
While others struggle to present movements that seem difficult,
I produce movements that are balanced, powerful, and seamlessly performed so as to be unmistakably technically excellent

All manuals are crisp, precise, and well rehearsed
I remain superbly conditioned
I wield my weapon as I wield my life.
With dexterity and accuracy, the intricacy of my weapons handling mirrors the precision of my life.

I execute aerials.
Aerials that soar.
Aerials that cross from one plane to the next.
Aerials that are thrown with such unmistakable power that they are...
Undeniable.

This is my weapon
There are many like it but this one is mine
Without me, my weapon is useless
I use my weapon as an extension of myself

I will train with my weapon
I will feel no pain
I will never quit
I will always overcome

The foundation for my craft is absolute.
My humble beginnings begat excellence.
For the basis of Drill is Discipline.

I am a Driller.
Leader, Professional, Role Model
I will motivate young people to be better citizens.
For I am the Elite.