David Calandro
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Hello All!
Through much deliberation (8 months) of attempting to get an 11x option 40 contract, I have failed... However NOT miserably! As of 2 days ago, I signed an annex (reservation) for 13f (Fire Support Specialist/Forward Observer) and must say I am not disappointed with this choice. My goal is still to make it into the 75th Ranger Regiment, and I have been working my ass of physically to make sure I am competitive for selection. (If anyone is interested in my fitness numbers I would be happy to provide them)
The reason I was not able to secure an option 40 contract is due to a medical waiver, which made me unapplicable for Airborne out of MEPS. Therefore, it seems I will have to find the Ranger recruiter at Fort Sill (10 weeks to find him, 2 weeks of reception, 8 weeks of AIT). I have already contacted the Ranger recruiting team, however, haven't heard back yet. Wondering if anyone knew what the POC was for the Ranger recruiter at Ft. Sill? (If there is one, I haven't found it) Also, any advice for an aspiring FO would be greatly appreciated. I have done a lot of research before I chose to go down this road, but more info is always welcome!
Introduction
PS: It doesn't seem like I did, but if any of my questions violate OPSEC, please let me know.
Through much deliberation (8 months) of attempting to get an 11x option 40 contract, I have failed... However NOT miserably! As of 2 days ago, I signed an annex (reservation) for 13f (Fire Support Specialist/Forward Observer) and must say I am not disappointed with this choice. My goal is still to make it into the 75th Ranger Regiment, and I have been working my ass of physically to make sure I am competitive for selection. (If anyone is interested in my fitness numbers I would be happy to provide them)
The reason I was not able to secure an option 40 contract is due to a medical waiver, which made me unapplicable for Airborne out of MEPS. Therefore, it seems I will have to find the Ranger recruiter at Fort Sill (10 weeks to find him, 2 weeks of reception, 8 weeks of AIT). I have already contacted the Ranger recruiting team, however, haven't heard back yet. Wondering if anyone knew what the POC was for the Ranger recruiter at Ft. Sill? (If there is one, I haven't found it) Also, any advice for an aspiring FO would be greatly appreciated. I have done a lot of research before I chose to go down this road, but more info is always welcome!
Introduction
PS: It doesn't seem like I did, but if any of my questions violate OPSEC, please let me know.