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The roar of artillery fire is a familiar sound for Staff Sgt. Adam Rohacek, a cannon crewmember with Alpha Battery, 1st Battalion, 108th Field Artillery Regiment, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, whose days are typically spent calculating trajectories and loading powerful rounds into the M777 Howitzer.
But it wasn’t the thunder of a howitzer that earned him statewide recognition — it was the rapid, precise cracks of rifle and pistol fire during a marksmanship competition May 9-10 at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania.
Rohacek joined an elite group within the Pennsylvania National Guard by earning the Governor’s Twenty tab — an honor awarded to the top 20 marksmen across the state’s Army and Air National Guard units every year.
His achievement highlights not just his skill with marksmanship, but the versatility and discipline that define today’s Soldiers.
“It is always rewarding when you set goals and take the proper approach to achieving them,” said Rohacek with a smile. “To achieve that goal in the end just lets you know your time was put to good use and builds confidence moving forward.”
Rohacek, a native of Enola, Pennsylvania, placed 10th out of 102 Soldiers and Airmen at the conclusion of the competition — a strong finish that also earned him the High New Shooter Award.
“It just makes me want to go back for more and improve every year,” said Rohacek while discussing the events. “I want to encourage others to try and compete in such events in their military careers.”
Mentorship is a cornerstone of professional development in the U.S. Army and plays a vital role in building strong, competent, and resilient leaders at every level.
“I honestly don’t think I would have been in the competition this year, or have finished high new shooter without his time,” Rohacek said while describing the mentorship provided by Sgt. 1st Class Luke Heim, a supply non-commissioned officer with Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Battalion, 108th Field Artillery Regiment. “He is a complete asset to have when it comes to anything marksmanship and I truly appreciate his time.”
At 34 years old, Rohacek made the decision to join the Army National Guard — driven by a desire to serve his country and take on a new challenge later in life.
“I enjoy the training and the relationships you gain with other Soldiers,” said Rohacek. “The best bonds are forged through adversity — and the Army gives you plenty of those moments.”
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Nicholas Rubinic, a field artillery targeting technician and battalion administrative officer with Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Battalion, 108th Field Artillery Regiment, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team highlighted the level of skill and focus required to compete alongside the best marksmen in the state.
“His performance is a testament to his dedication, discipline, and commitment to excellence,” said Rubinic. “Earning the Governor’s Twenty Tab is no small feat, especially in such a competitive field, and he’s set a high standard for the field artillery community.”
| Date Taken: | 05.21.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 05.21.2025 14:48 |
| Story ID: | 498265 |
| Location: | CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA, US |
| Hometown: | ENOLA, PENNSYLVANIA, US |
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