Trophies stand on a table during the Hero's Sports Day held at Camp Santiago Joint Training Center, Salinas, Puerto Rico, Sept. 8, 2024. As part of National Guard Week, this event aimed to foster unity and morale by uniting Soldiers and their families. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Hassani Ribera)
Troops assigned to the Puerto Rico National Guard participate in various events during the Hero's Sports Day held at Camp Santigo Joint Training Center, Salinas, Puerto Rico, Sept. 8, 2024. As part of National Guard Week, this event aimed to foster unity and morale by uniting Soldiers and their families. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Elena Torres Rivera).
CAMP SANTIAGO JOINT TRAINING CENTER, Puerto Rico -- The Puerto Rico Army National Guard kicked off National Guard Week by hosting Hero's Sports Day at Camp Santiago Joint Training Center in Salinas on Sept. 8, 2024.
Hero's Sports Day honored the commitment and sacrifices of the National Guard's troops by paying tribute to their service and dedication.
"The purpose of this event was to build unity and morale by bringing Soldiers and families together," said U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Miguel A. Mendez, the Adjutant General of Puerto Rico. "It fostered teamwork, strengthened bonds, and reminded us that we are part of a supportive community, both in service and in everyday life."
Hero's Sports Day featured a variety of events and...
