U.S. Army Recruiting News

Four Soldiers in black and white jerseys with Army logos sit at computers with headsets on playing video games.

April 10, 2020

U.S. Army Esports Team expands virtual outreach

FORT KNOX, Ky. — While the U.S. Army Esports Team already spends much of its time in the digital space it has increased its online presence in support of current operations. As people work through this period of social distancing, the team is stepping up their game to provide more content and engagement on its digital platforms.

Three musicians playing a concert for teenagers with colorful lights and smoke

April 1, 2020

The Army's Musical Outreach Team launches into digital performances

FORT KNOX, Ky. — The Army’s musical outreach team, As You Were, has transitioned from life on the road to life online during this time of social distancing. The team, consisting of three highly skilled professional Army musicians, will be releasing content across its social media platforms to continue connecting today’s youth with their Army in a unique way.

white female with crossed arms in gray and yellow and white t-shirt with a barbell on it in front of a black, yellow and white backgrou.

March 12, 2020

Army neuroscientist unravels connection between the brain and physical performance

Fort Knox, Ky. — For Capt. Allison Brager, working as an Army astronaut on the International Space Station could be the next step in a series of personal and professional accomplishments, including Army neuroscientist, masters level cross-fit competitor, champion pole vaulter and author.

Army Golden Knights C-147 takes off from Miramar Marine Corps Air Station during a recent airshow. (Photo by USAPT)

Nov. 1, 2019

Army Parachute Team welcomes new plane

FORT BRAGG, N.C. — The U.S. Army Parachute Team, also known as the Golden Knights, welcomed a second C-147A aircraft on Oct. 16, highlighting efforts to improve safety, readiness and reduce operating costs for the Army’s official parachute demonstration team.

A participant uses EMM connect to register before attempting the Army Warrior Fitness Team challenge at ArmyCon in Washington, D.C.

Oct. 31, 2019

USAMEB pioneers use of new leads system

FORT KNOX, Ky — Faced with a mission where every lead counts, the Army has streamlined the process used at events to collect, sort and provide information on potential applicants to recruiters nationwide.

Sept. 10, 2019

2019 USAREC Civilian Employees of the Year announced

FORT KNOX, Ky — U.S. Army Recruiting Command congratulates its 2019 Civilian Employees of the Year, who were selected from the headquarters and brigade-level winners.

Aug. 9, 2019

Putting in sweat: Soldier gives all to make fitness team

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Sgt. 1st Class Carlos Zayas wiped the sweat off his brow as he glared at the box on the floor in front of him. Listening to the loud music that echoed throughout the gym, Zayas took a deep breath as he anticipated his next set of exercises.

Gen. Paul Funk II, commanding general of U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, and Medal of Honor Recipient Staff Sgt. David Bellavia take a photo with Soldiers of the U.S. Army Marketing Engagement Brigade at the end of their visit to the brigade headquarters at Fort Knox, Kentucky, Aug. 1. During their visit, Funk and Bellavia had the opportunity to meet members of the U.S. Army Outreach Company, which owns the Musical Outreach Team, the Army Warrior Fitness Team, and the Army Esports Team. These teams have the task of supporting recruiting operations by generating public interest in the U.S. Army as they engage in activities and travel around the U.S. (U.S. Army photo by Lara Poirrier)

Aug. 5, 2019

TRADOC CG and Medal of Honor Recipient Visit USAREC HQ

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Photo story of visit from Gen. Paul Funk II, commanding general, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, and Medal of Honor Recipient Staff Sgt. David Bellavia to U.S. Army Recruiting Command.

Capt. Chandler Smith, a member of the U.S. Warrior Fitness Team, competes in the men's individual competition at the 2019 CrossFit Games in Madison, Wis., Aug. 1, 2019. During the first workout of the day, Smith placed second overall and moved on to the next round of the competition. (Photo Credit: Devon L. Suits )

Aug. 5, 2019

Soldiers vie in survival of the fittest at 2019 CrossFit Games

MADISON, Wis. — The sound of cheering carried across the Alliant Energy Center as the top athletes from over 100 countries took the field Thursday during the 2019 CrossFit Games opening ceremony.

Brian Burrows and U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Derek Haldeman represented Team USA in Men’s Trap at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru. Not only did these two athletes claim the Gold and Silver Medals, they claimed the last two possible Olympic quotas in Men’s Trap for Team USA, something that has not happened since 2008! Haldeman is a Sunbury, Ohio native who is a competitive marksman/instructor with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Fort Benning, Georgia. (Courtesy photo)

Aug. 1, 2019

Soldiers help claim Pan American Game medals and break 11-year Trap quota search

FORT BENNING, Ga. — If you could listen well enough, you might have heard the collective sigh of relief exhaled nationwide earlier today following one particular result at the 2019 Pan American Games. It came at the exact moment when Brazil’s Roberto Schmits was eliminated from the Men’s Trap competition in third place.