SAN ANTONIO (Oct. 16, 2018) – The Sailor of the Year (SOY) program has existed since the early 1970s, established to recognize Sailors who have exhibited superior performance, exemplary personal conduct and military bearing throughout the year.
Navy Medicine Training Support Center (NMTSC) announced its 2018 Sailors of the Year during a recognition luncheon at the Fort Sam Houston Golf Club House, Oct. 16.
The luncheon kicked off with the presentation of colors and invocation led by the command chaplain.
“Throughout the past 12 months, these Sailors have consistently demonstrated superior performance and have contributed significantly to the command’s mission,” said Chief Hospital Corpsman Calvanna Major, master of ceremonies for the recognition luncheon. “The selection process is highly competitive and these Sailors represent the best, in their fields of work. While all could not be victorious, the command is extremely pleased with the competition and the quality of Sailors we have here at NMTSC.”
Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Daniel Guillen was named the 2018 Senior Sailor of the Year.
Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class James Fischer was named the 2018 Junior Sailor of the Year.
Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Garrett Hannon was named the 2018 Blue Jacket of the Year.
“Our winners, at all levels, understand that there is no substitute for hard work,” said Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman Anthony Morris, guest speaker for the recognition luncheon. “These tenacious leaders have carried the burden, and prioritized taking on and solving the tough problems, ahead of their own personal comfort. Whether it’s working an additional hour or two, spending a little more time with students, assisting a veteran in the community, or pursuing an educational goal; they tried harder. They challenged the status quo when necessary, and demonstrated indomitable spirit while serving our nation, command and fellow Sailors.”
Each winner was presented with a plaque, awards and gifts from the event’s sponsors.
“I’m extremely proud of each of the nominees,” said Capt. Maryann Mattonen, NMTSC’s commanding officer. “I know you will continue to do great things and inspire others to do so as well.”
Guillen will go on to represent NMTSC at the Immediate Superior in Command (ISIC) level SOY selection board, competing against other Echelon-4 commands.
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