TEXAS NATIONAL GUARD BEST WARRIOR COMPETITION
The Best Warrior Competition is a rigorous three-day competition that tests the tactical and technical expertise of Soldiers and Airmen through scored events, such as an oral knowledge exam board, a tactical road march, obstacle course and physical fitness test, as well as “a mystery event” announced the day of the competition. Both Army and Air National Guard members compete against each other for the title of “Best Warrior” and “Best noncommissioned officer” in the state of Texas.
The winners of this Best Warrior competition will be named and honored at an upcoming banquet and will continue to represent Texas in regional and/or national Best Warrior competitions later this year.
The Best Warrior Competition is supported by the Military Forces Conference Foundation a 501 (c)(3) corporation formed to support conferences, meetings, events and gatherings of the National Guard of the United States. They are also supported by generous donations from corporate sponsors and local businesses throughout Texas.
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Best Warrior
2024 Competition
March 13-15, 2024 – Camp Swift
VIP Day is
Thursday, March 14, 2024
at Training Area 1 at Camp Swift
main gate off Texas State Highway 95, Building 200
0900 – 1630
For those interested in observing our Best Warriors
Banquet is
Friday, March 15, 2024
at 1800 hrs at the
Bastrop River Course Club House
636 E Riverside Dr, Bastrop, TX
LONE STAR!!!
Always Ready – Always There
Congratulations to our 2024 Texas Military Department Best Warrior Competition winners:
Army Enlisted Category – SPC Brian Burch
36th Combat Aviation Brigade
Army Non-Commissioned Officer Category – SSG Kameron Fletcher
71st TIOG
Air Enlisted Category – None named
Air Non-Commissioned Officer Category – TSgt Malachi Strong
147th Attack Wing
BEST WARRIOR WINNERS 2024
In the heart of Bastrop, Texas, a symphony of valor and camaraderie unfolded—the Texas Military Department’s Best Warrior Competition (BWC). Warriors from the Texas Army and Air National Guard stood shoulder-to-shoulder with their counterparts from Chilean and Czech Armed Forces. Chilean and Czech Armed Forces have competed in the Texas BWC for several years, strengthening the partnership with Texas Guard members. Both Army and Air National Guard members compete against each other for the title of “Best Warrior” and “Best non-commissioned officer” in the State of Texas.
This year two women (SGT Lauren Christopher – 136th MEB and PFC Anna Bueno -36th Sustainment Brigade) qualified to represent their respective commands to compete for the Best Warrior title. Though gender is a way to distinguish them from the field, their outlook and determination on the competition itself was their most defining feature.
The Best Warrior Competition is a rigorous competition that tests the tactical and technical expertise of Soldiers and Airmen through scored events, such as an oral knowledge exam board, a tactical road march, obstacle course and physical fitness test, as well as “a mystery event” announced the day of the competition.
The winners will move on the represent Texas at the National Guard Bureau’s Region V Best Warrior Competition in Nebraska, May 12-17.
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General Hall's legacy is one of dedicated service, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the mission of the Texas Army National Guard. Throughout his career, he exemplified the values of integrity, courage, and selfless service, inspiring countless individuals who served alongside him. He was a NGAT Life Member and was inducted into the Texas Military Forces Hall of Honor for his many accomplishments.
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Please join us in celebrating the life of Brigadier General (Ret) Hugh J. Hall
Visitation:
Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Scott's Funeral Home, 2425 E Main St, Gatesville, Texas 76528, 254-865-5411
Funeral Service:
Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
Time: 10:00 am
Location: First Baptist Church Gatesville, 912 E Main St, Gatesville, Texas 76528
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We lost a great one. My heart is broken. He will be sorely missed.
An amazing person who impacted many lives. I know he’s happy to be reunited with Ms. Fran, but he is truly missed.
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Visitation:
Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Scott's Funeral Home, 2425 E Main St, Gatesville, Texas 76528, 254-865-5411
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Time: 10:00 am
Location: First Baptist Church Gatesville, 912 E Main St, Gatesville, Texas 76528
In lieu of flowers:
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