Cadets ready to chase excellence at Sandhurst

"It feels good to be leaving a legacy of a higher standard," said Neveah Owen, a sophomore from Columbus, Georgia, pursuing a degree in strategic and security studies. "We're striving toward excellence."

Owen serves as executive officer, or second in command, for UNG's Ranger Challenge specialty unit. She said the team's mini-competitions in the lead-up to Sandhurst have laid a strong foundation.

"Our training shows us how to push through difficulties," Owen said. "We are all excited to feel that struggle and challenge at Sandhurst."

Jason Cooper, a junior from Mechanicsville, Virginia, pursuing a degree in criminal justice, serves as Ranger Challenge commander for UNG. This is his third year on the team, and he said all those efforts have built toward this moment.

"We're always trying to figure out what we can do better and improve on our weaknesses," Cooper said.