Oregon Army National Guard Sgt. Lucas Sutfin works on an essay as he waits for his turn to appear before a panel of sergeants major to answer questions about warrior tasks during the annual Best Warrior Competition at Camp Rilea in Warrenton, Ore., Sept. 25. The three-day event pitted Soldiers from across the state against each other to compete in physical and mental challenges for the titles of Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. (Photo by Spc. Alisha D. Grezlik, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)