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Meet 5th Armored Brigade Best OC/T Competition Team 9

5th Armored Brigade

Feb. 10, 2025 | 0:12

Meet 5th Armored Brigade Best Observer Controller/Trainer Team 9 comprised of Maj. Deborah L. Chesney, driver training team officer in charge and Staff Sgt. Kalen I. Jones, driver instructor, both with Task Force Black Scorpion, 2-363rd Training Support Battalion.

Chesney, a Madison, Wisconsin native, enjoys working with her team, volunteering to serve the local community and playing sports.

Jones, a native of Spanish Fork, Utah, was recently recognized as Soldier of the Month for his efforts teaching convoy and joint operations. He also recently earned a Bachelors Degree in Business Management, his son turned one in December, and his second child is due in May. He enjoys sports, video games, reading, and making food and desserts.