This is a personal commendation ribbon.
After the scoring of the Academy Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA), 5 Midshipmen scoring the highest are awarded the ribbon. They are dubbed “Academy Ironmen.”
PFA consists of a series of strength and endurance events to measure an individual’s physical fitness in relation to their age and gender. The three events are curl-ups, push-ups, and a 1.5-mile run/walk or 500-yard swim. During the academic year, there is at least one scheduled PFA per trimester administered to the Regiment.
In 2017 the named changed to “PRT Superior Achievement Ribbon.”
Is awarded to Midshipmen who score a perfect 300 points on the US Navy PRT. Only one ribbon will be worn. An individual who receives a repeat award will wear a bronze oak leaf cluster, while one who receives the award four times will wear a silver oak leaf cluster. The Regimental Fitness Officer (RFO) is authorized to be the recommending official for this award. (USMMA MIDSHIPMAN UNIFORM REGULATIONS, 11 August 2017)
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