SOTF Interview with Pete Martinez

The SOF community has a unique talent for producing amazing people and we are lucky to have the opportunity to bring their voices to the public. However, as any SOF…

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SOTF Interview with Christian Ruf

As part of our continuing effort to bring forward the voices of the Special Operations community, we spent a balmy August afternoon speaking with Christian Ruf, a former pilot for…

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SOTF Interview with Damon Leishman

SOAA believes it is important to hear from those within the SOF community who wish to share their experiences and tips with the rest of us. We had the opportunity…

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Camaraderie Is Essential When Transitioning Out Of SOF

Transition struggles are real for every SOF operator and those who have served with us in a direct support function. The connection we have in this elite brother/sisterhood while we…

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Help Special Operators and Their Families!

Will you help the Special Operations community this giving season? The holidays are a time to spend with families and remember all that we're thankful for. It's also a time…

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Trying to Fix My Brain: Daniel Luna’s Experience

I remember asking the neurologist at the top military brain clinic in the United States if he had ways to make my brain better. I was tired of being given…

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Women in SOF Face Unique Challenges

As a valued member of the SOAA team, Jaclyn (Jax) Scott has shown tireless dedication in advocating for the SOF community. As a woman, serving in SF as a CST…

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