VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – After five days of grueling challenges testing skill, speed and precision under pressure, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician 1st Class Alex Freedman and Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 2nd Class Ryan Geller, with EOD Group 2, took first place earning the coveted title of King Crab at a ceremony on Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story.
“King Crab is about finding the best of the best, and this year’s teams pushed themselves to the absolute limit,” said EODGRU-2 Command Master Chief Bill Stocker. “Recognizing our top EOD operators showcases the extraordinary warfighting skills they bring to the Navy and the nation. These operators are ready to perform at the highest level anywhere in the world – and their performance this week proves it.”
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