Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) News

Town of Prescott Valley becomes latest Army PaYS partner

Alun Thomas, U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion Phoenix — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 20:42:00 GMT

The Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program held a partnership signing agreement between the U.S. Army and the Town of Prescott Valley, Jan. 11, Civic Center, here.

Educators Tour provides insight into Fort Carson operations

Alun Thomas — Thu, 05 May 2022 14:24:00 GMT

A group of 30 educators and community partners from Arizona and Oklahoma joined leadership from the Phoenix Recruiting Battalion for an Educators Tour here April 27-28.

Tucson recruiter finds adventure and opportunity through service

Alun Thomas — Thu, 03 Mar 2022 17:58:00 GMT

From an early age it seemed the influence of the Army was always present around Staff Sgt. Josue Deaquino.

Taking Aim: Former MLS player Justin Schmidt swaps soccer for U.S. Army

Alun Thomas — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 15:52:00 GMT

It was March 11, 2017, a cold Chicago afternoon beckoning for fans and players alike. The pressure was building for Justin Schmidt. He was just moments from taking the field against the Chicago Fire in his Major League Soccer debut for Real Salt Lake, the first rookie to start for the side in 11 years.

Knight-Swift Transportation becomes latest Army PaYS Partner

Alun Thomas, U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion Phoenix — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 17:57:00 GMT

The Partnership for Youth Success program held a partnership signing agreement between the U.S. Army and Knight-Swift Transportation Sept. 15 at Swift Transportation Headquarters here.

Army recruiter and wife rescue man trapped in burning vehicle

Alun Thomas — Sat, 24 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Time was of the essence, a potential disaster imminent. Smoke filled the air, sparks and flames flying, a driver desperately trapped inside his prone vehicle.

William’s Coffee owner credits positive military experience key to business and life success

Michael Scheck — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 18:09:00 GMT

The past year dealing with COVID-19 has been a difficult time for small business owners. A major advertising campaign is currently running imploring people to support small businesses affected by the pandemic.

ESports Team ready for today's CODE Bowl

Jason Schaap — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 14:17:00 GMT

On the eve of the 121st Army versus Navy football showdown, the U.S. Army’s eSports team is battle ready for the Call of Duty Endowment Bowl, an online tournament featuring the popular video game of the same name. And much like the big-game bragging that precedes the Army’s pigskin pastime with the Navy, the CODE Bowl has no shortage of trash talk.

Phoenix recruiters provide rescue efforts after serious crash

Alun Thomas — Tue, 08 Dec 2020 18:19:00 GMT

It was shaping up as a routine November day for the recruiters at Paradise Valley Recruiting Station, when a loud and violent boom reverberated through the office. Staff Sgt. Andrei Priimak faced the window.

From Mexico to the U.S. Army: Tempe recruiter excels serving adopted country

Alun Thomas — Fri, 29 May 2020 11:25:00 GMT

For many immigrants, serving in the U.S. Army is a way of giving back to the nation which has given them a better life and helped make their dreams become reality. It’s a selfless service which makes the Army a unique melting pot of Soldiers from many diverse races and nations. Part of this group is Staff Sgt. Roberto Morales, a recruiter assigned to the Superstition Recruiting Station, Tempe Recruiting Company, who was born and raised in Mexico, until he left for the United States at the age of 9.

Casa Grande recruiter chosen to represent Army esports team

Alun Thomas — Fri, 08 May 2020 13:00:00 GMT

For Staff Sgt. Nicholas Mackay, gaming isn’t just a hobby – it’s a way of life. Since he developed an intense passion for gaming at the age of 14, Mackay has taken it to levels he never thought possible, culminating in his selection for the new U.S. Army Esports team in 2019.

Tucson station commander looks back on decade of service

Alun Thomas — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 13:00:00 GMT

Since she enlisted in the U.S. Army a decade ago, Staff Sgt. Krystal Wright has traveled extensively, with Hawaii, Alaska and Australia being a few of the locations she has under her belt.

Phoenix recruiting medic spearheads battalion COVID-19 efforts

Alun Thomas — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 14:40:51 GMT

As the fight to contain the new coronavirus continues, one medic in the Phoenix Recruiting Battalion is doing his part to ensure Soldiers and families in the battalion remain safe from the disease. Sgt. 1st Class Jared Siple, recruiter, Buckeye Recruiting Station, Phoenix West Recruiting Company, is currently serving as the lead medic for the battalion COVID-19 Medical Tracker Team, which oversees both the states of Arizona and New Mexico.

Phoenix recruiting duo assist with Prescott crash rescue

Alun Thomas — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Sgt. 1st Class Matt Vinson doesn't consider himself a hero. He did what he said was the right thing to do. When Vinson and 1st Lt. Lewis Jackson, both of Phoenix North Recruiting Company, saw an overturned SUV on March 20, they both immediately leapt into action, realizing the imminent danger.

IES Communications becomes latest Army PaYS partner

Alun Thomas — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 14:52:00 GMT

The Partnership for Youth Success program held a partnership signing agreement between the U.S. Army and Integrated Electrical Services Communications Jan. 21 at IES headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. The agreement between IES and PaYS is part of a program designed to prepare, train and connect Soldiers to future employers.

Phoenix mother and son answer Army call together

Alun Thomas — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 16:49:24 GMT

The harsh realities of urban life were always on display for Marva Burns and her son Marquis Butts during their time living in Chicago.

Native American Soldier returns home to help recruiting mission

Alun Thomas — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:44:35 GMT

As a youngster Sgt. Ignacio Alvarez dreamed of leaving his hometown of Gallup, tied down by the lack of opportunity and action. Joining the Army was his way out, something he did at the age of 17, never looking back. Eight years later he finds himself back in Gallup, recruiting for the Albuquerque Recruiting Company and making a difference in people’s lives.

Oro Valley police officers awarded for saving life of Tucson recruiter

Alun Thomas — Wed, 17 Apr 2019 20:09:00 GMT

It was a routine day for Sgt. 1st Class Todd Miller, as he drove to the Foothills Recruiting Station, on the morning of July 18, 2018.

USAREC personnel win 7 TRADOC-level communications awards

Pentagon News — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 15:01:00 GMT

Four U.S. Army Recruiting Command civilians claimed first-place in seven different categories in the Training and Doctrine Command-level 2018 Maj. Gen. Keith L. Ware Communications Awards competition.

Newly married Arizona couple enlist for OCS together

Alun Thomas — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Critical decision making skills are essential for any prospective Army officer, a trait they will take with them through their military entire career and beyond.