Eric Hopper

JROTC Instructor at Blackman High School, Raider/Rifle/Exhibition/Football/Baseball Coach, U.S. Army Retired, UH-60 A/L/M Pilot, Hail and Go Blue!

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

Proud coaches and an even GOODER team. Blaze Drill Team made history in Daytona Beach: 3rd overall at Nationals (D3), 4th in Color Guard, 1st in Exhibition. Early mornings, late nights, relentless work, and SSO support paid off. Just the beginning. @BlazeJROTC @BSPNBlackman

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

@PatMcAfeeShow @AdamSchefter Hail!

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

@stoolpresidente I like the thought!! Go Blue

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

Great night at the Nashville Predators game for Women’s Appreciation Night! Proud moment as the Blackman JROTC all-female Color Guard had the honor of presenting the colors. Representation of leadership, professionalism, and pride by these cadets.
@BSPNBlackman @BlazeJROTC

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

And just like that- my girl is a Tennessee Volunteer!!! Congratulations Ashlyn. We are so proud of you and all your hardwork. We are excited to see where this next chapter takes you.

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

Blackman Drill just crushed the first competition of the season! 🔥

🏆 1st in 6 of 9 events
🥈 2nd in the rest—hardware in EVERY category!

Even with last-minute changes, our Cadets stepped up big. First trophies of the year for many!

Go Blaze! 🔥@BSPNBlackman @BlazeJROTC

[Blaze JROTC @BlazeJROTC]

Hell week is in full swing! Shoutout to our incredible drill team for putting in the work and to our leadership for keeping our rifles in top shape We're locked and loaded and ready to take on Smyrna this weekend! Let's bring home some hardware!

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

Help us fill it up! We are 6 days till kickoff. $20 can win you $1000 if you hit all 4 quarters. Update of slots remaining. Venmo: https://t.co/5eUd4HACS7

[Blaze JROTC @BlazeJROTC]

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated towards making Thanksgiving special for families in need! Your generosity will help bring joy and nourishment to many tables this holiday season. We're grateful for your kindness and spirit of giving!

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

@BHSVarsityCoed Go Blaze!!

[Blaze JROTC @BlazeJROTC]

Kudos to our pushup squad for the energy & color guard for presenting the colors with precision! Congrats to football team on win over Galitan High!
@RuCoCTE

[Blaze JROTC @BlazeJROTC]

https://t.co/WNZucMSer1
Blaze Battalion on the news! Timestamp 20:13
@RuCoCTE

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

Blackman Blaze JROTC was featured by the Murfreesboro Post for our Battalion’s achievements and the impact of JROTC. Huge shoutout to our S5, Nick Cunningham, for representing us so well! 🔥
See what our Cadets are up to:
@BSPNBlackman @BlazeJROTC
https://t.co/aOIcgegduh

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

Blackman JROTC Raiders are District Champs again! Both Male & Female teams defended their titles for back-to-back wins. For the first time, Blaze fielded a Mixed Team at Districts who took 2nd place and earned their Varsity Letter. Next stop: Nationals! Go Blaze! @BSPNBlackman

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

@CodyBrownBets Let’s Go!!

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

@barry_wortman Great work Coach !

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

From ankle surgery & missing last year’s District to 3rd place at this year’s Championship—what a comeback!Huge thanks to the Coaches for helping Ashlyn get here. Go Blaze!
Barry Wortman • Lauren Head • Jeremy Head Golf Shop & Academy • Megan Brewer @JeremyHeadGolf

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

What a day at Blackman! Blaze Cadets made history with a perfect 10/10 1st place trophies. Both teams set PRs in rope bridge & obstacle course, winning the 2nd District title. Cadets ran the events & the Dads reclaimed the truck pull crown. Go Blaze! @BSPNBlackman @BlazeJROTC

[Eric Hopper @EHopperGoBlue]

Blackman Blaze JV Raider team headed to Spring Hill and went toe-to-toe with strong Varsity teams. Despite harsh conditions,they fought hard—taking 3rd in Obstacle Course, 2nd Rope Bridge, finishing 5th overall. A team built on grit, strength, and heart @BSPNBlackman @BlazeJROTC