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Video by Spc. Christina Chang

MD BWC State Competition Day 1 B-roll

29th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment

April 2, 2025 | 1:41

Competitors in the 2025 Maryland State Best Warrior Competition perform a variety of tasks during a combat-simulation mystery task lane at Aberdeen Proving Ground–Edgewood Area, Maryland, April 2, 2025. The Maryland National Guard's State Best Warrior Competition is a multi-day marathon of physical and mental challenges, designed to test the tactical skill, endurance, and professionalism of the state's top junior enlisted Soldiers, noncommissioned officers, and officers. Competitors face events ranging from land navigation and marksmanship to ruck marches and formal boards--all reflecting the Army's Warrior Ethos and commitment to excellence. Top performers advance to the Region II Best Warrior Competition (U.S. Army National Guard video by Pfc. Christina Chang)