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About USNSCC Asheville Div

The USNSCC Asheville Division is a unit of the United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC), a national youth leadership program sponsored by the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. Based in Asheville, North Carolina, the division was established to provide local youth with training in naval customs, seamanship, leadership, and physical fitness. Over the years, Asheville Division cadets have participated in community service, regional and national training events, and ceremonial duties, building a reputation for excellence and discipline. The unit continues to prepare young men and women for future service and leadership roles, embodying the core values of honor, courage, and commitment.

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Heath Collins

U.S. Navy

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FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

About USNSCC Asheville Div

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Founding and Location: The USNSCC Asheville Division is part of the United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC), a youth program supported by the U.S. Navy, and is based in Asheville, North Carolina, serving the greater Western North Carolina area. • Name Significance: The division is named after several U.S. Navy ships bearing the name "Asheville," most notably USS Asheville (PG-21) and USS Asheville (SSN-758), linking the unit's identity to an important legacy of naval vessels. • Youth Leadership Development: Asheville Division provides local youth ages 10–17 with opportunities for leadership training, naval education, and maritime skills, preparing many for military service or related careers. • Community Service: Cadets of Asheville Division regularly participate in community service projects such as parades, veterans' events, and disaster response, reinforcing the values of citizenship and public service. • Annual Training Participation: Cadets from Asheville Division have attended advanced trainings across the country, including Petty Officer Leadership Academies, Recruit Training (boot camp), and specialty camps in aviation, medicine, and seamanship. • Parental and Veteran Involvement: The unit is supported by local parents and military veterans, many of whom serve as instructors and mentors, providing real-world insight and fostering a strong sense of camaraderie. • Color Guard Honors: Asheville Division's Color Guard is frequently invited to present the colors at regional ceremonies and sporting events, representing both the USNSCC and the U.S. Navy in the local community. • Drill and Ceremony Excellence: The division is known for its high standards in naval drill and ceremony, often participating in competitions and demonstrations that showcase military discipline and teamwork. • Recognition and Awards: Over the years, Asheville Division cadets have earned numerous awards for leadership, academic achievement, and physical fitness, including the Theodore Roosevelt Youth Medal and Navy League awards. • Alumni Success Stories: Many former Asheville Division cadets have gone on to serve in the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and other branches, with some receiving appointments to service academies or ROTC scholarships, reflecting the division’s positive impact.