The Wisconsin Army National Guard held its annual Best Warrior Competition over the weekend, and a local soldier took part.
Specialist Paul Lindemann of the 1st Battalion, 121st Field Artillery Regiment is a Valders Native, and while he did not win, SPC Lindemann was one of only five competitors in the Soldier of the Year section.
Over the course of three days, the Soldiers were evaluated on their proficiency in several grueling events, including a call-for-fire scenario, weapons qualification, night land navigation, a written test, a timed essay, an appearance board, Army Warrior Tasks, a 12-mile ruck march with 35-pound rucksacks, and a physical fitness event.
Specialist Tevin Kenton of Wausau was named the Soldier of the Year, while Staff Sergeant Alexander Kilbane of Sparta was named the Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year.
The closest participant to our area in the NCO competition was Sargent Amy Marron of Milwaukee, who is a member of the 132nd Army Band.
