SORT Academy 2023 Graduates Recognized

By Jay Olson

Twelve new recruits graduated from the 40-hour SORT Academy that was held at Camp Ripley, May 01-05, 2023. The new team members should be congratulated for their focus and hard work during the intensive week of training. The Special Operations Instructors assigned to Academy do a remarkable job providing the baseline training necessary for Team membership."

Special recognition was given to Sgt. Jeff Blaschko (SHK) during the graduation ceremony for his eleven consecutive years as an Academy Instructor. He will be retiring at the end of this year.