The Marine Corps' newest advertising campaign, Shifting Threats, showcases the increasingly complex and chaotic global environment that Marines are currently operating in, characterized by “un” threats: unpredictable, unimaginable, unknown and undeclared. The campaign conveys a single premise: Against ever-evolving threats, our Nation’s greatest asset is the adaptable skillset of Marines who fight and win.
Haley Carter, former Marine and current sporting director, and vice president of soccer operations for Orlando Pride of the National Women’s Soccer League, reflects on her service as a Marine and soccer ambassador during the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Chicago on January 11, 2025. Carter was featured in the Marine Corps’ Winning Battles for Self, Country and Community brochure, which she discovered during the Coaches of Women’s Soccer Breakfast. The Marine Corps partners with the United Soccer Coaches organization which presents the Marine Corps with the opportunity to develop new relationships with coaches to build trust and create a larger pool of advocates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anya Poteet)
U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Mason S. Wells, an infantryman with Recruiting Sub-Station (RSS) Irving, Recruiting Station Fort Worth, 8th Marine Corps District, always dreamed of joining the military, but for years prior, it felt out of reach. Weighing at his highest of almost 300 pounds at the age of 16, Wells struggled with obesity, a lack of discipline, and little motivation to change. Yet today, the 17-year-old Marine stands tall in his uniform,...
Maj. Nate Blackwell, commanding officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee has always had a passion for football. Despite his busy 20 year career he has continue to pursue football. He believes similar to the Marine Corps being an athlete builds self confidence, leadership skills and perseverance. Blackwell will be speaking about these topics at the upcoming Glazier Football Coaches Clinic in Chicago.
Capt. Briana Allen, Marine officer instructor at the University of South Carolina and winner of the 2023 Marine Athlete of the Year, is here supporting the Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s efforts as part of the national partnership program designed to connect with coaches from around the country during the American Volleyball Coaches Association Convention Dec. 19 to 20, 2024.
