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DATE 29-01-08 NEWS |
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All Change at Ely Army Cadets!
The new Ely detachment line-up (L-R) Sgt Jakes, Sgt Pridmore, detachment commander S/Sgt Minnis & Sgt Beck
Its all change at the Ely Detachment of
Cambridgeshire Army Cadet Force. Cadets and instructors at the
cadet centre in On a recent parade evening Lieutenant Matt Murfitt, the detachment commander for four years, formally handed over the reins to Staff Sergeant Instructor Kay Minnis. Kay will now take over responsibility for the training of Ely youngsters aged 12 to 18 in a whole range of exciting and challenging activities designed to equip them for adult life, whilst Matt moves on to the role of area training officer based at the cadet headquarters at Waterbeach. Talking about his time at Ely Matt said: I have had four very fulfilling years here and enjoyed sharing in the many achievements of the cadets. I have every intention of continuing to share in their progress in my wider role as area training officer. |
The cadet force is a family following for Kay, who was persuaded to join the ACF three years ago by her husband - himself a serving ACF instructor. She has previously served with Waterbeach, Ely and March detachments and said of her new position, I relish the challenge of leading the young people in Ely detachment and I have every confidence that they will continue to achieve their best. Sadly, the detachment also said goodbye to Cadet Company Sergeant Major Sam Cole (18) who has just reached the upper age limit for cadet service. He is planning to return as an adult instructor later in the year though, once he has completed an intensive training course. Speaking of his service he said, Im really sad to leave, as the army cadet force has played a major part in my life. My aim now is to qualify as an adult instructor and play a full part in the leadership of local cadets.
Cadet CSM Cole is presented with his leaving plaque by Lt Matt Murfitt |
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