Illinois Army National Guard Whiskey RSP Co

Warriors fight, Warriors win. Combatives training here at Whiskey Co was a major success. Our Warriors gave it their all during combatives training, pushing themselves physically and mentally while sharpening their skills. Lethality runs through our bloodline. Discipline defines our standard.

We also had the opportunity to recognize our Whiskey Company graduates, celebrate several well-earned promotions, and wish Specialist Whipple a very happy birthday!

Congratulations to all who reached new milestones this weekend. Keep up the great work, Warriors! Finally, we would like to send a special thank you to Marion High school for allowing us to use their facilities!

Warriors Fight. Warriors Win. Are you ready to join the winning team? Let us know. 🪖🥊🤼

Congratulations to Specialist Frank on her promotion to Sergeant!

Through hard work, dedication, and a commitment to excellence, Sgt. Frank has earned this important milestone in her military career. Her leadership, professionalism, and willingness to support those around her have made a lasting impact on our team.

We are proud to recognize her achievements and look forward to seeing her continue to lead and inspire Soldiers as a Noncommissioned Officer.

Join us in congratulating Sgt. Frank on this well deserved promotion. Keep leading from the front!

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🚁🇺🇸 RSP DRILL WEEKEND RECAP 🇺🇸🚁

What an incredible weekend for Whiskey Company and our future Soldiers at RSP!

One of the highlights of the weekend was getting up close and personal with a Black Hawk helicopter. Our recruits had the opportunity to learn about the aircraft, its mission capabilities, and the critical role Army Aviation plays in supporting Soldiers on the battlefield and during domestic operations.

Experiences like these are what make the Army National Guard unique. From hands-on training and mentorship to learning directly from experienced Soldiers, our Warriors are getting a firsthand look at what it means to serve something greater than themselves.

Every drill weekend is another step toward becoming a member of the world’s greatest fighting force, and these future Soldiers continue to impress us with their motivation, discipline, and commitment.

Not only that but we would like to give a special shout out to PV2 Gaydos, PV2 Gibson, PFC Coates, PFC Kimble, and PFC Walker on there promotions!! Further more we would like to give a special shoutout to PFC Jennings, PV2 Brasher, PV2 Greene,and PV2 Gibson on being our newest Whiskey Co graduates!! Great work guys!!

Think you have what it takes to join the team? Your journey starts here.

Part-Time Service. Full-Time Benefits. Lifelong Pride.

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We would like to proudly recognize the incredible young men and women of the Illinois Army National Guard who have officially crossed the stage and earned their high school diplomas!

This milestone represents years of hard work, sacrifice, discipline, and determination. Balancing school, personal life, and the commitment to serve something greater than yourself is no easy task.

While many are just beginning to figure out their future, these graduates have already chosen a path of service, leadership, and excellence. Whether heading to college, Basic Training, AIT, the workforce, or continuing their military careers, we know each of you has a bright future ahead.

Whiskey Company is proud to stand beside you as you take the next step into adulthood and continue building your legacy. Keep striving for greatness, continue setting the example, and never forget where you started.

Congratulations Class of 2026!
The future is yours, go get it. 🔥

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AFT COMPLETE ✅🔥
Mission accomplished and we DOMINATED 💪🏾 No better feeling than getting after it and finishing strong!!

Huge shoutout to Carbondale Community High School for allowing us to utilize their outstanding football field do the first half. Best hosts in the 618!!! Couldn’t have asked for a better place to get it in!

P.S. Sergeant Brave can’t beat OJ in the SDC… We might need to start timing him with a calendar instead of a stopwatch ⏱️

GO WARRIORS!!! GO TERRIERS!!! GO GUARD DOGS!!! 🪖🇺🇸🐾🦴

Whiskey Company just can’t stop winning!!!

Today at SIUC ROTC’s annual award ceremony, our very own SMP Cadet Ian Hulsey was awarded the Silver ROTC Medal from The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. Cadet Hulsey was handpicked out of his peers for his outstanding performance in all areas of leadership, academics, military bearing, and dedication to service.

This award is a true reflection of Cadet Hulsey’s hard work, professionalism, and commitment to excellence both in ROTC and the Illinois Army National Guard. His drive to lead from the front and continue improving himself and those around him sets the standard for what it means to be part of Whiskey Company.

Congratulations, Cadet Hulsey! We are proud to have you representing Whiskey Company and can’t wait to see everything you continue to accomplish. Keep winning!
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Please help us congratulate SGT “OJ” Ojewuyi on being recognized as a Quarter Award Winner for THREE consecutive quarters—earning both the bragging rights and the flag that comes with it. That level of consistency doesn’t just happen….It’s built through discipline, hard work, and a relentless commitment to helping others.

As if that wasn’t enough, SGT Ojewuyi also completed his yearly mission today, a direct reflection of his dedication to serving his community and helping future Soldiers find opportunities to better themselves through the Illinois Army National Guard.

OJ continues to set the example of what it means to serve something bigger than yourself. Join me in congratulating SGT Oj on a job well done!

If you’ve ever considered serving your community, earning education benefits, learning new skills, and being part of something greater—explore your opportunities with the Illinois Army National Guard today at NationalGuard.com.

Our April drill weekend has been successfully completed! This weekend, we sharpened our room-clearing skills and had some fun putting them to the test with paintball training. It was a great opportunity to build teamwork, confidence, and readiness while keeping morale high.

We would also like to give a huge shoutout to our newest company graduates and the first recipients of our very own Whiskey Company challenge coin: Private Cowger, Private Heistand, Private Quiroz, Private Mix, and Private Moore. Outstanding work and well deserved recognition!

On top of that, we were proud to recognize several promotions this drill weekend as multiple soldiers advanced in rank. Congratulations to all who were recognized! Your hard work and dedication continue to set the standard.

The Army National Guard offers opportunities to challenge yourself, build lifelong friendships, gain career skills, earn education benefits, and serve something greater than yourself, all while staying connected to your community. If you’re looking for purpose, growth, and adventure, Whiskey Company is always looking for motivated individuals ready to answer the call.

Whiskey Company continues to grow stronger every month. Great job this weekend, and we look forward to what’s next!
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It is with great pride that we here at Whiskey Company would like to recognize SFC Chrisman on his newly awarded Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal. SFC Chrisman, while being a staple in his community and going above and beyond his duties as an RRNCO, has also served consistently as a volunteer firefighter within his community.

He has been integral in responding to numerous emergency calls, protecting lives and property, and providing support during times of crisis. His willingness to answer the call demonstrates a rare level of selfless service and dedication to others.

SFC Chrisman’s commitment to both his Soldiers and his hometown reflects the very best qualities of leadership, courage, and community service. His actions have made a lasting impact on those around him and serve as an example for others to follow. We are proud to recognize his accomplishments and congratulate him on this well-deserved honor.
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