It's not just lessons in hand-to-hand combat. New soldiers are taught coping strategies, texting etiquette, and the signs of ...

For the second consecutive year, Staff Sergeant Forrest Minahen from the 128th Aviation Brigade was selected Drill Sergeant of the Year. He competed against 14 active duty and guard drill sergeants.

Drill Sergeant, the 2023 Sale Cup winner, has retired, with connections considering a future at stud. Read about his stellar career.

Drill sergeants now minimize their use of profanity, insults and degrading remarks and strive to become support figures for trainees. Soldiers learn breathing exercises and holistic nutrition.