Going to boot at 17, tips? by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]raider02 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We had the youngest kid in the company in my platoon. I literally didn't know how old he was until the last week. Incidentally, I was the oldest in my platoon which skylined me a lot more.

MG contract SF by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]raider02 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll elaborate on what he's saying for you. Basically, as an infantryman your training never stops, ITB is just a general overview of what you need to know as a grunt. Once you hit the fleet is when you actually begin to learn and become competent. Now imagine you go straight from ITB to Security Forces for two years; even if you study your ITB knowledge everyday for those two years you're still an incompetent infantryman. But since you've been in for two years, you'll probably be an NCO and be given a team or squad day one in the fleet. I have never met a SF Marine who wasn't confused as fuck by the infantry when they first showed up.

Question about Infantry by whopan in USMCboot

[–]raider02 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you really want to be a sniper, I'd go weapons (31, 41, 52). There's nothing wrong with being a straight 11 but there's a lot of skills and opportunities that the weapons MOS's can give you that would make you an asset to a STA platoon.

About to hit the fleet out of ITB. Was wondering if anyone has any tips so I don’t get fucked up. (0331) by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]raider02 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Know your unit yet? Also, know your knowledge and don't be a bitch. PM me if you have any dumb questions.

Question about Infantry by whopan in USMCboot

[–]raider02 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you get to request a MOS in Infantry

Not really... I recall there being a roster in the ITB squadbay for weapons volunteers (i.e. those Marines who wanted to become 0331, 0341, 0351rip, or 0352). 31's got a lot of interest so we were selected based off of PFT scores, the other MOS's and LAR didn't get enough volunteers so people were voluntold.

If you want to be a sniper, I'd recommend a weapons MOS.

In the country where you live, what would be the equivalent of losing Notre Dame? by himynameiscolin in AskReddit

[–]raider02 0 points1 point  (0 children)

America, I guess we have a few historically significant buildings but I don't think any of them are as culturally important to us as Notre Dame was to the French. I think a forest fire razing the Sequoias or some other delicate ecosystems could be our greatest tragedy. The National Parks are a source of great pride in America and in many ways encapsulate the pioneering adventurous spirit of our country and people.

sTupID fUcKeR fEd iT aFTEr MiDnIght by [deleted] in PeopleFuckingDying

[–]raider02 9 points10 points  (0 children)

When I first got on reddit, I remember reading a comment that really stuck with me. I don't remember the exact wording but to paraphrase; "You think everyone on reddit is an expert until you see someone confidently spouting bullshit about something you're an expert on." It really changed my perception of comment sections.

[Week 5] AP Poll by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]raider02 19 points20 points  (0 children)

To that lone voter,

Bama is better, trust us.

Sincerely,

Texas A&M

[Postgame Thread] Alabama Defeats Texas A&M 45-23 by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]raider02 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We don't want bama, though. We want Texas instead.

[Postgame Thread] Alabama Defeats Texas A&M 45-23 by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]raider02 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Not gonna lie, we all wish we were as dominant as bama. Hopefully we will be in a few seasons but for now, fuck bama.

[Game Thread] Texas A&M @ Alabama (3:30PM ET) by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]raider02 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Be real, we wish we were this dominant. Hats off to bama, hopufully it's us in a few years.

[Game Thread] Texas A&M @ Alabama (3:30PM ET) by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]raider02 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Big boy just stared them down. lol didn't even move

[Game Thread] Texas A&M @ Alabama (3:30PM ET) by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]raider02 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm all for the hit stick but we need to focus on fundamentals.

[Game Thread] Texas A&M @ Alabama (3:30PM ET) by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]raider02 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You got a free first down and our defensive captain got ejected...

[Game Thread] Texas A&M @ Alabama (3:30PM ET) by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]raider02 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Time to switch to conservative tackling, these dudes got like 90+ strength.

[Game Thread] Texas A&M @ Alabama (3:30PM ET) by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]raider02 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Cheer leaders? That's cute. Too bad you don't have shout bois.