Sgt. 1st Class Nicole M. Haggman, Operations NCOIC and former member of the International Rifle Team with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, Fort Benning, Georgia, has distinguished herself through her many accomplishments.
A native of Kearny, N.J., Haggman graduated from Kearny High School in 1999 and furthered her education at the University of Nebraska and West Virginia University where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Sport and Exercise Psychology.
Haggman started shooting in 1990, has numerous marksmanship accomplishments. The following are some highlights over the course of her career.
Haggman enlisted in the Army Aug.18, 2004. After she completed Basic Training and Truck Driver School at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. she was assigned to the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit on Aug.3, 2005. Haggman served on the International Rifle Team, the Instructor Training Group and in headquarters in the operations shop. In 2012, Haggman deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom to train Afghanistan National Army and NATO soldiers in marksmanship.
Haggman graduated from Warrior Leaders Course (2008); Bus Driver Course (2008); Combat Life Saver (2008); Advanced Leaders Course (2011); SHSARP Course (2012); Unit Prevention Leader (2012); EO Leaders (2012); Basic Instructor Training (2013); Senior Leaders Course (2013); Project Management Course (2020).
Her awards include Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (4), Army Achievement Medal (4), Army Superior Unit Award, Good Conduct Medal (6), National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal (CS), Global War on Terrorism Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (3), North Atlantic Treaty Organization Medal, Army Service Ribbon, and International Distinguished Badge.
Competitive Shooting Awards
LISTING OF SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS
2008
Conseil International Du Sport Militaire Team Gold Medalist
2007
U.S. National Team Member
Conseil International Du Sport Militaire Team Member
2006
Team Gold Medal & Set World Record, 300-Meter Prone Rifle, World Championships
Air Rifle Interservice Champion
Awarded International Distinguished Badge
2005
Bronze Medal, Air Rifle, Intershoot, The Netherlands
300-Meter Three Position National Champion
2004
Smallbore & Air Rifle NCAA All-American
2003
Smallbore & Air Rifle NCAA All-American
2002
U.S. National Team Member
2001
Smallbore & Air Rifle NCAA All-American
World Cup & CAT Games U.S. Team Member
2000
Smallbore & Air Rifle NCAA All-American
Junior Olympic Smallbore Champion
NCAA Smallbore Champion
1999
Junior Olympic Smallbore Champion
NRA Junior Three-Position Rifle National Champion
USA Shooting Junior Three-Position Sport Rifle National Champion