Could Use Some Opinions

bulletandpima
Thu, 01 May 2008 14:55:24 +0000

^^^ You are right JAM4,

Boys State is great for resume purposes, but it is the whole character that the SA’s look at.

Since the OP is very early into the process, they still have the ability to fill the holes in their resume.

I did take the assumption that to have reconstructive surgery on the shoulder meant it occurred due to sports.

JLimmy, how did you manage 6 pull ups with your shoulder?

My suggestion is to try find old threads with CFA results.

My DS’s CFA was as far as I remember:
7:14 run
77 BB throw (max is 100 I think)
7 pull-ups (max is 18 I think)
98 sit ups (max is 95 I think)
79 push ups (max is 85 I think)
9.4 shuttle

Try to work on what you can without injuring yourself…it is better to heal yourself and wait until Oct to start training.

Remember before an appt can occur, you need a nom., most MOCs will not even start handing out their noms until Nov. The board does not even begin to meet until mid/late Oct. Typically only 10 - 15 % receive early appts., most (what is known as the mass appt) come out in mid-late March.

You are way ahead of the game and use this board and serviceacademyforums for informational wealth. Don’t worry, don’t panic just keep plowing ahead to be the best candidate.

Also remember some states are highly competitive, so if you are from one of those areas, use the summer to your best advantage and show them you have leadership abilities with a well rounded background