May 6, 2014 | Vol. 3 | Issue 4
DAILY DIGEST
CONTINUING TRADITION NEW HONOR GUARD MEMBERS SELECTED Story and photos by MC3 (SW) Vanessa David
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fter a week of tryouts, the Nimitz honor guard announced its newest members Friday, May 2. The new members are Yeoman 3rd Class Jonathan Morgan, Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Gregory Tramble, Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Nicholas Sabanga, Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Jarad Brunner, Logistics Specialist Seaman Janet Tunoa, and Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuel) Airman Meagan Jobe. “Honor guard is a group of Sailors committed to the art
of ceremonial excellence and professional display of the U.S Navy flag and national ensign at all special events and ceremonies,” said Information Systems Technician 1st Class Jasper Mallari, leader of Nimitz’ honor guard. “It is one of the most visible aspects of any command.” In order to qualify to be a member of the honor guard, the Sailors must receive approval from their divisional command, be available to participate for all five days of tryouts, have their primary
warfare pin within the allotted time on board, have at least one year left on board, have no non-judicial punishments within the last year, be qualified in all divisional in-rate and ship qualifications, and have no failures for the last two physical fitness assessment cycles. “I decided to try out because I wanted to be more command-involved,” said Sabanga. “It’s my first day, and I love it. I encourage others to try out, as well.” Members of Nimitz’ honor Continued on page 4