The 15th annual USASOC International Sniper Competition Awards Banquet was held on Friday, March 22, 2024, at the B Hawk Distillery in Southern Pines, North Carolina.

15th Annual USA SOC International Sniper Competition Awards Banquet Event Overview:

The 15th annual USA SOC International Sniper Competition Awards Banquet was held on Friday, March 22, 2024, at the B Hawk Distillery in Southern Pines, North Carolina. This prestigious event gathered participants, sponsors, and guests to celebrate the exceptional skills and achievements of the world’s top snipers.

Key Highlights:

The evening began with a warm welcome from the event host, Josh Bowers, who set the tone for a night of recognition and camaraderie. A keynote speech was delivered by COL Kent Solheim (BIO), highlighting the critical role of snipers in military operations and the importance of precision and dedication in the field.

Competition Overview:

In its 15th year, sniper teams from special operations forces across the U.S. Special Operations Command, the Department of Homeland Security, and international partners were put to the test in a grueling 23-stage, multiple-day competition designed to demonstrate their skill and capability. “Snipers were tested on their skills in intense events that look, feel, and sound like modern-ground combat,” said Lt. Col. Scott Elliott, the 2nd Battalion, 2nd Special Warfare Training Group commander. “The instructors of the Special Forces Sniper Course, the premiere U.S. military school for long-range marksmanship and sniper options, designed events that challenge the three-person teams’ ability to work together.”

This year’s competition saw participation from 18 sniper teams representing six countries, including Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, and the Netherlands. U.S. teams included those from the 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, and 20th Special Forces Groups, as well as the 75th Ranger Regiment. Additionally, the U.S. Marine Forces Special Operations Command and Naval Special Warfare Command each fielded three teams, and the U.S. Coast Guard completed the roster of competitors.

USASOC 2024 Sniper Competition Results

1 – 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne)
2- France – 1st Marine Infantry Parachute Regiment (RPiMa)
3 – 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne)
4 – United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC)
5 – 75th Ranger Regiment
6 – Germany – Kommando Spezialkräfte (KSK)
7 – 20th Special Forces Group (Airborne)
8 – Netherlands – Commando Corps (KCT)

Additional Highlights:

All participants received a gift bag with items donated by the sponsors and the top teams also
picked items from the awards table.

Guests enjoyed a meal and open bar.

Closing Remarks:

The banquet concluded with heartfelt thanks to all the participants, sponsors, and organizers who made the event a remarkable success. Josh Bowers emphasized the importance of these competitions in honing skills and fostering international camaraderie among elite snipers.

As the evening drew to a close, attendees looked forward to the next year’s competition with great anticipation.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of this memorable evening. We look forward to seeing you next year! Special thanks to the quiet professionals of the Special Forces Sniper Course and Delta Company, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Special Warfare Training Group (A) and all the sponsors that made this world class event possible.

We would like to invite all our sponsors to next year’s competition.

2024 USASOC SNIPER COMPETITION SPONSORS