USAFAMD2 — Directorate Of Athletics

USAFAMD2 governs the mission, command, and assigned duties of the Directorate of Athletics at the United States Air Force Academy.

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  • Publication number: USAFAMD2
  • Title: DIRECTORATE OF ATHLETICS
  • Date: 2025-06-18

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It covers cadet leadership development, physical education, fitness training and testing, and athletic competition. It assigns command and operational responsibilities to the Director of Athletics and requires compliance with the publication.

Applies to: This mission directive does not apply to the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) or the Air National Guard (ANG).

Topics covered

  • Cadet leadership development
  • Physical education
  • Fitness training and testing
  • Intercollegiate athletic competition
  • Intramural and club competition
  • Director of Athletics command authority
  • Air Force Academy Athletic Association funding

Questions and answers

What mission does USAFAMD2 assign to the Directorate of Athletics?

Provide all cadets realistic leadership experience in a mentally and physically challenging environment. (paragraph 1)

What activities prepare cadets for a lifetime of service?

Prepare and motivate leaders of character for a lifetime of service through physical education, fitness training and testing, and intramural and Division I intercollegiate athletic competition. (paragraph 1)

Who does the Director of Athletics report to?

Reports directly to the Superintendent, United States Air Force Academy. (paragraph 2)

What control does the Director of Athletics exercise over faculty, staff, and cadets?

Exercises administrative and operational control for assigned faculty and staff members, and assumes operational control over cadets per Superintendent guidance. (paragraph 2)

What physical education program must the Director of Athletics provide?

Provides an intensive program of physical education for all cadets integrated within the overall USAFA Course of Instruction, deliberately designed for character and leadership development through physical education classes, fitness testing, Division I National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) intercollegiate competition, intramural and club competition. (paragraph 3)

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