Air Force ROTC Detachment 910

Det 910’s AS300 Class AFSCs revealed!

The passing of the torch. Huge congratulations to our 400s, C/Ekse and C/Holmquist, for leading the wing so well, now off into the big blue as USAF pilots! The detachment has officially been turned over to the current 300 class. Ready to see C/Lombardi and C/Devouton take the lead as the new Raptor 1 & 2 and shape the future of the wing.

Combat Arms Training and Maintenence (CATM)

Another standout training opportunity for Det 910.
Thanks to our strong relationship with the Washington Air National Guard at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), our cadets once again got hands-on experience with real combat arms training — something very few ROTC programs can offer regularly.

Last weekend, cadets focused on the M4 Carbine, learning proper firearm safety, marksmanship fundamentals, and running drills on the Air Force’s current standard-issue rifle. Many qualified or even shot expert on the platform!

Fun fact: The CATM Marksmanship Ribbon is the only ribbon earned in ROTC that carries over to Active Duty once you commission. That makes this training not just valuable — it’s officially career-enhancing.

Normally cadets only get trigger time at Field Training with the M18 pistol, so getting quality range time with the M4 was a huge win.

Proud of the way our cadets showed focus, safety, and professionalism on the range. This is what building future combat-ready officers looks like.

AFSC Drop Night!

Just like the Air Force Academy, this is the day our cadets learn their future roles and careers as officers in the United States Air Force. After years of hard work, leadership labs, PTs, and late-night study sessions, they’ll finally discover where they’ll serve: whether leading hundreds of Airmen on the ground or earning their wings and soaring through the skies as rated officers.

This milestone represents dedication, discipline, and dreams turning into reality. Wednesday night, we celebrated every single one of them at our own AFSC Drop Night ceremony!

Huge congratulations to the Class of 2027, the future of the Air Force starts now.

Norwegian Foot March

Several of our cadets took on one of the toughest endurance challenges in military training: the Norwegian Foot March (Norsk Marsjmerke) — a grueling 18.6-mile ruck march with a 25 lb pack, completed at night using only red lights.

To earn the prestigious badge, cadets had to finish in under 4 hours 35 minutes. Here’s how Det 910 performed:
C/Hiers: 3:42 (9th place)
C/Skelly: 3:55 (21st place)
C/Stiffler: 3:59 (24th place)
C/Flores: 4:20

Huge respect to all five cadets for pushing their limits. The Norwegian Foot March Badge is a rare, internationally recognized award authorized for wear on U.S. uniforms, a true milestone that reflects serious mental toughness and physical resilience.

We’re proud of you!

C/Tran:
A true Washingtonian through and through, C/Tran grew up in Snohomish before becoming part of the Raptor family. While the PNW will always be home, his next chapter takes him to the Midwest for his first duty station.

C/Tran will commission as a 21A Aircraft Maintenance Officer, where he’ll lead Airmen and keep our aircraft mission-ready and lethal. One of his favorite ROTC memories was the Special Warfare Airmen Club (SWAC) freshman camping trip—nonstop rain turned everything cold and wet, but the camaraderie made it an unforgettable 10/10 experience.

An avid mountaineer who summited Mount Adams, he also enjoys the precision of watchmaking, shooting, and playing the Vietnamese Zither at an international level.

Wishing C/Tran all the best as he heads to the Midwest!

C/Deboma:
From Olympia, Washington to the island of Oahu, Hawaii, C/Deboma proudly calls both places home. He will commission as a 92T1 Combat Systems Officer (CSO) and report to NAS Pensacola for undergraduate CSO training.

One of his standout ROTC memories was spending 26 minutes in a freezing river during a Special Warfare Airmen Club (SWAC) camping trip—true proof of his resilience and team spirit.

Outside the detachment, C/Deboma showcases his creativity through photography, videography, and editing, capturing both nature and urban exploration on his social media.

Excited to see the great things ahead for C/Deboma!

Detachment 910 spent last weekend sharpening their skills out in the field!

Our cadets had the rare opportunity to train on a hot, muddy paintball field last Saturday, turning challenging conditions into valuable leadership training. They took turns leading Group Leadership Projects (GLPs) in both attacking and defending roles, applying small-team tactics, Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC), and practicing clear radio communication with 9-lines and proper etiquette.

It wasn’t easy—some walked away more scuffed up than others—but every cadet left with real growth in high-stress decision making and leadership under pressure.

We’re incredibly grateful for these tough, meaningful opportunities that continue to develop strong leaders in our detachment.

UW’s iconic cherry blossoms typically bloom March through April. While our cadets are usually focused on the mission, we’d like to showcase some of our cadets taking a moment to appreciate this unique campus tradition. Did you know these trees have been a campus staple for 60 years?

Senior Spotlight: Raptor 1 and Raptor 2

We are honored to feature our current wing commander, C/Ekse! From Mountlake Terrace, Washington, he has led Detachment 910 with distinction and is now preparing to take to the skies in one of the most elite training programs in the world.

C/Ekse is headed to Sheppard AFB, Texas, for the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT). As an ENJJPT pilot trainee, he will be part of the premier international program for producing world-class fighter pilots.

When he’s not leading the Wing, C/Ekse is likely pushing his physical limits. He is an avid mountaineer who has summited numerous peaks across Washington and is a dedicated Mixed Martial Arts practitioner. He has actually lived in and trained out of a gym in Thailand to sharpen his skills.

While he treasures his personal time traveling across the U.S. with his girlfriend, his proudest professional moment was serving as a Flight Commander. Seeing his cadets thrive at Field Training and grow into strong leaders and teammates remains his most rewarding experience in the program.

Our current Vice Wing commander, C/Holmquist, is headed to Laughlin AFB, Texas, as a 92T0 Pilot-Select. He is eager to begin the journey of earning his wings and serving as an Air Force aviator.

His favorite moments tie between two high-altitude highlights: flying in a C-17 and participating in the USAFA Freefall program, where he earned his jump wings by learning to jump out of airplanes (safely).

C/Holmquist is a true fan of all things aerospace. When he isn’t weightlifting or backpacking, he enjoys amateur astronomy, photography, and geeking out over aerospace engineering, specifically the “space” side of the house.

Though he’s a future Air Force pilot, he originally considered the Navy. However, after being laughed at by a recruiter for wanting to fly, he found his true home with the Air Force!

We look forward to seeing him dominate the skies at Laughlin!

Next up in our Senior Spotlights: C/Jung & C/Deguzman

C/Jung, originally from Seoul, Korea, brought strong leadership to the Raptor family during his time at UW. Upon commissioning, he’ll be heading to Keesler AFB, Mississippi to enter the Cyber career field.

While many see it as a challenge, his favorite memory was Field Training — especially stepping up as Group Commander and getting to know his peers. C/Jung balances his military training with professional experience at Boeing and is a huge fashion enthusiast (his clothing collection is so big he needs extra closets!).

We wish him the best of luck at Keesler!
Also celebrating C/Deguzman, a standout 400 at Detachment 910! This local leader from Tacoma, Washington, has been an incredible Wing Leader, guiding our unit with dedication and poise.

Her highlight? Project GO 2025 — if you know, you know. Outside the program, she’s an avid hiker who loves the outdoors and just reached a major milestone: finishing her very first handmade knitted sweater!

C/Deguzman has left a lasting legacy at Det 910. We’re so proud of both of these amazing cadets and can’t wait to see what they accomplish next!