Staff Sgt. James Cahaylawynne, assigned to the 42nd Civil Support Team, appears before the board during the 60th Troop Command Brigade Best Warrior Competition 2025 in Raleigh, N.C., Sept. 7, 2025. Competitors faced a panel of senior NCOs, who tested their military knowledge, uniform appearance, and professionalism through a series of questions and inspections. U.S. Army photo by North Carolina National Guard Pfc. Brooke Kentler
Staff Sgt. James Cahaylawynne, assigned to the 42nd Civil Support Team, appears before the board during the 60th Troop Command Brigade Best Warrior Competition 2025 in Raleigh, N.C., Sept. 7, 2025. Competitors faced a panel of senior NCOs, who tested their military knowledge, uniform appearance, and professionalism through a series of questions and inspections. U.S. Army photo by North Carolina National Guard Pfc. Brooke Kentler
RALEIGH, N.C. – Soldiers assigned to the 60th Troop Command compete in the annual Brigade Best Warrior Competition at the Claude T. Bowers Military Center from Sept. 6-7, 2025.
Soldiers are nominated by their units for the opportunity to compete and represent the brigade and ultimately move to the state and regional levels. These Soldiers embody the esprits de corps within the brigade by being tested mentally and physically throughout the weekend.
Six Soldiers are divided into two categories: the Noncommissioned Officer and junior enlisted based on their rank. They are allowed a sponsor who can accompany them throughout the two days of events and provide support and mentorship.
Competitors are:
Staff Sgt. James...
