Introductions V

[Spmack9]

Hello.

I'm a young LT from the Northeast.
I recently commissioned but I have 5 years prior service.

I highly value all the info, advice that this forum has to offer.

25m. target to is best prepare myself for selection
100m. get to selection and be selected
500m. have a successful career serving my country.

I'm open to hear any advice

[pharaoh]

Greetings,

My friends call me Byrneski. I recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I am a 18X SF candidate, and shipping out to Fort Benning for OSUT in November, 2012.

Pursuing this route was an obvious choice. To serve my country among some of the most elite soldiers all the while pushing my limits was something I always aspired to accomplish. SF more so than any other unit grabbed my attention because the emphasis put on intellect and social dynamics just as much as tactics.

I'm preparing physically and mentally for this arduous yet exciting journey as best I can, keeping my eyes and ears open first.

[Sawn Eagle]

Quiet Professionals,

I am a cadet at the U.S. Military Academy.
I was deployed for OEF 10'-11'.
I aspire to become an SF soldier. I have about 6 years to prepare, so this is definitely a long term goal that I have started training for (basically staying healthy - eating right and smart PT).
I hope to gain all the knowledge I can about SF to better prepare me to reach my goal.

Thank you for all you do.

-Sawn Eagle

[DirtyNastyLeg]

Been lurking long enough now, I'll introduce myself. Jared Albrecht. U.S. Army/Army Reserves for 14 years. Done a bit of this and that. NOT a QP. Reside in the Panhandle of Idaho.

[ajohnson16]

My name is Andrew, I am a college student in New York. I play volleyball up here and I am an ROTC student. I have been lurking this page for long enough and decided to make an account and formally introduce myself. I am here to learn from the best so I can become one of the best and fulfill my dream of becoming apart of the SF community. Thanks for your time!

[Graffiti]

New to C/4/10, Looking to expand upon my knowledge (because knowledge is power) with the aid of this site.




"You and I know and do not believe that life is so dear and peace so sweet as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery" -Ronald Reagan

[JoeNoVowel]

Hello. I'm an aspiring SF candidate with six years in the ARNG as a 68W. I recently reenlisted for six and I'm ready to take the next step in my career on the path to become a QP. I'm currently training for the upcoming 19th group tryouts. I'm from the east coast but making a move to San Diego this month. I appreciate the wealth of knowledge and insight this site provides.

Thank You

Joe

[VMI127]

Good morning/afternoon/evening,
My name is John, and I am a 1LT currently deployed to Afghanistan. In April I was notified that I was given the opportunity to attend selection, and I will be attending SFAS in January.
I have found this site extremely helpful, and I appreciate the preparation advice given in the forums.
Respectfully,
John

[thelabrat88]

Hello all,

I am Matt from Charleston, SC. I am 24 and currently deployed to Kuwait with 4-118 Infantry (SC Guard) after our mission to Afghanistan was cancelled. I completed 2 NQP drills with 3/20 SFG out of Roanoke Rapids and was on my way to my third when deployment popped up.

My ambitions are to return, pick up where I left off, and complete the required NQP drills over again to earn a slot for SFAS.

I look forward to cruising through the topics here and contributing where I can.

Matt

[chisumr]

Hello everyone. I would like to intoduce myself. I am Ronnie Chisum living in Okinawa Japan for 30 years now and know a lot of you on the board. I am long overdue to post this and apoligize. I am a Vietnam vet and retired Department of Defense, US Army Civilian (CSRS) Safety Manager. I have had various assignments around the world working for the Army and have loved all of it. I am currently working my second career for the USMC as a Quality Assurance Inspector on Camp Foster to keep my SOFA status. I hope to hear from some of you from time to time and enjoy the stories. Thank you for letting me be a member.

Ron

[Ramrod711]

Names Joseph, I was a Navy Master at Arms and was discharged about 8 months ago. Been a lurker for a few months now and what mainly brings me here are gear, weapons and the infuriating and sometimes hilarious wall of shame.

Always respected the members of the SF community, you fine gentlemen made it so while I was standing fixed post I wasn't getting my ass shot at here in the states, For that I will be forever grateful.

Thought about re-enlisting frequently though I'm not sure I'd go back to the Navy, probably try out the Army for a change. But for now ill continue with college and my aspirations of being an LEO.

[Training4SF]

SF is truly one of the greatest humanitarian works in philosophy and practice, and probably one of the greatest peacekeeping measures as well.

Great work men!!! I hope to have the privilege of joining you in the work.

Probably won't post, here just to read, educate myself and research.

[Red D]

I'm 30 years old and have been in the National Guard for 2 1/2 years. I just recently passed selection (Class 10-12) and will be starting Q as an 18D in the late spring or early summer.

I have a great deal of respect and admiration for the men on this site and the SF community at large. This site has been extremely helpful to me and it is my goal to give back to the community in any way that I can.

[TDC]

All interested,

Former Active Duty Navy Intelligence Analyst and current B/2/20th hopeful.

I am in the process of enlisting with the Maryland Army National Guard and trying to get into the local LRS unit so I can mature as an 11B and have more training opportunities before screening for B/2/20th. I don't plan on attending SFRE until I've spent some time within whichever unit I end up getting attached; I want to make sure I am fully prepared and have a little experience under my belt, even if that means volunteering for a deployment.

I've come to admire the SF mission, the Creed, and the Prayer. Helping people in need and defending the defenseless. Taking action when needed.

Being able to balance a family life with your SF duties is what caught my attention to the ARNG. As long as things pan out, I can achieve both my goals: finishing my Undergrad and becoming a Quiet Professional.

I thank all of the current Quiet Professionals and SOF personnel for defending our freedoms and sacrificing everything. I hope one day I too can join the ranks.

Respectfully,
TDC

[Kelly_6]

Hello,

My name is Eugene and I am 20 years old and was recently awarded an 18x contract at an SFRE event in AL. It is a great privilege to have access to this wealth of information directly from Quiet Professionals and I will do my best to receive as much of it as I can while leaving a minimal footprint before I depart for training.

Thank you all for taking your precious time to assist assets like myself and most of all, thank you for your largely unrecognized service to our country and the difference you make in the world.

It is an honor.