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Army Marksmanship Unit: The Army's Official Home of Champions. 27 Olympic Medals, World Champions, and thousands of Soldiers trained for battle.
04/22/2026
After 20 years of service, SFC Joel Turner retires from the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit Action Shooting Team.
Turner enlisted in 2006 and served with 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, before joining the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit in 2010. Over the past decade, he competed at the highest levels of the sport while serving as an instructor and leader on the Action Shooting Team.
Throughout his career, Turner earned multiple national titles and consistently placed among the top competitors in major 3-gun competitions.
His impact extends beyond competition, helping develop Soldiers and strengthen marksmanship across the force.
Thank you for your service.
U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit action shooting team members delivered strong performances at the GOAT 2.0 PCSL match at Element Training Complex in Holt, Florida, earning multiple top finishes across military and open divisions.
The match tested speed, accuracy and decision-making under pressure, reinforcing the fundamentals that translate directly to combat marksmanship.
Awards:
SSG Jacob Hetherington — first place, military practical; first place, practical
SGT Jon Wiedell — first place, military competition; first place, competition
SGT Aaron Eddins — second place, military competition; second place, competition
PV2 Austin Hull — third place, military practical
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SSG Jacob Hetherington competing with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at the GOAT 2.0 PCSL match at Element Training Complex in Holt, Florida.
Hetherington secured first place in both military practical and overall practical, delivering consistent performance across stages with controlled speed and precise ex*****on. Each run reflects a disciplined approach where efficiency and accuracy drive results.
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04/14/2026
Staff Sgt. Jared Desrosiers and Sgt. Dustin Carr claimed top honors at the Mossy Pond Mow Down, a field-style precision rifle competition that tests marksmanship, movement and endurance in real-world conditions.
Competing against a field of shooters, the team navigated long stages, wind calls and time pressure to secure the overall win at the south Georgia event.
Their performance reflects the same fundamentals emphasized by the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit—efficient movement, disciplined shot ex*****on and the ability to perform under stress.
Winners:
Staff Sgt. Jared Desrosiers
Sgt. Dustin Carr
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