U.S. Army Sgt. Dylan Ray, a combat medic, assigned to 173rd Brigade Support Battalion, representing Southern European Task Force, Africa, unpacks his equipment for inspection during the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Best Squad Competition on U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria in Grafenwoehr, Germany, Aug. 19, 2025. Teams representing units from across USAREUR-AF will test their tactical proficiency, communication, and overall cohesion as they compete for the title of Best Squad. Winners of this competition will advance to compete at the U.S. Army Best Squad Competition. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kadence Connors)