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Kyle Hoppe, offensive center for Chaparral High School receives his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey from Maj. Brian Donlon, commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station San Diego in the weight room in front of his fellow football players at Chaparral High School, Nov. 13, 2014. Hoppe is among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015.

Kyle Hoppe, offensive center for Chaparral High School receives his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey from Maj. Brian Donlon, commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station San Diego in the weight room in front of his fellow football players at Chaparral High School, Nov. 13, 2014. Hoppe is among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015.

Photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller

Blake Brandel, offensive lineman for the Central Catholic High School Rams, accepts his Semper Fidelis All American Bowl jersey with his parents Tanya and Scott Brandel along with head coach Steve Tyne during halftime of Central Catholic’s playoff game Nov. 7. Blake distinguished himself as a smart, well-rounded student athlete who maintains a grade point average of 3.5, and enjoys art and singing.

Blake Brandel, offensive lineman for the Central Catholic High School Rams, accepts his Semper Fidelis All American Bowl jersey with his parents Tanya and Scott Brandel along with head coach Steve Tyne during halftime of Central Catholic’s playoff game Nov. 7. Blake distinguished himself as a smart, well-rounded student athlete who maintains a grade point average of 3.5, and enjoys art and singing.

Photo by Sgt. Tyler Vernaza

WASHINGTON (Nov. 7, 2014) – Major Gen. Mark A. Brilakis, Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruiting Command, addresses guests at The American Veterans Center’s 17th Annual Conference & Honors at the U.S. Navy Memorial, Naval Heritage Center, here, today. Many of the conference guests currently study at the United States service academies or participate in the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. General Brilakis spoke about historical examples of sacrificial service and challenged future officers with a call to be servant leaders throughout their careers.

WASHINGTON (Nov. 7, 2014) – Major Gen. Mark A. Brilakis, Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruiting Command, addresses guests at The American Veterans Center’s 17th Annual Conference & Honors at the U.S. Navy Memorial, Naval Heritage Center, here, today. Many of the conference guests currently study at the United States service academies or participate in the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. General Brilakis spoke about historical examples of sacrificial service and challenged future officers with a call to be servant leaders throughout their careers.

Photo by Sgt. Nate Carberry

Detroit, Michigan (November 06, 2014) -- Major Byron Owen, Commanding Officer, First Reconnaissance Company, I MEF, speaks to students about the importance of leadership at the 2014 Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Symposium, here, today. The Marine Corps recognizes this event as a valuable opportunity to foster positive relationships with members, share the Marine story, demonstrate enthusiasm for the Corps and reinforce the idea of the armed services as a viable career option within the Hispanic American community.

Detroit, Michigan (November 06, 2014) -- Major Byron Owen, Commanding Officer, First Reconnaissance Company, I MEF, speaks to students about the importance of leadership at the 2014 Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Symposium, here, today. The Marine Corps recognizes this event as a valuable opportunity to foster positive relationships with members, share the Marine story, demonstrate enthusiasm for the Corps and reinforce the idea of the armed services as a viable career option within the Hispanic American community.

Photo by Cpl. Francisco Martinez Jr

Marines with 12th Marine Corps District run in formation during the Commanding General’s three-mile motivational run on Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Nov. 6, 2014. The run is to pay tribute to the 239 years of the United States Marine Corps’ service in the defense of our nation.

Marines with 12th Marine Corps District run in formation during the Commanding General’s three-mile motivational run on Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Nov. 6, 2014. The run is to pay tribute to the 239 years of the United States Marine Corps’ service in the defense of our nation.

Photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller

Marines with 12th Marine Corps District run in formation during the Commanding General’s three-mile motivational run on Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Nov. 6, 2014. The run is to pay tribute to the 239 years of the United States Marine Corps’ service in the defense of our nation.

Marines with 12th Marine Corps District run in formation during the Commanding General’s three-mile motivational run on Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Nov. 6, 2014. The run is to pay tribute to the 239 years of the United States Marine Corps’ service in the defense of our nation.

Photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller

Marines with 12th Marine Corps District run in formation during the Commanding General’s three-mile motivational run on Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Nov. 6, 2014. The run is to pay tribute to the 239 years of the United States Marine Corps’ service in the defense of our nation.

Marines with 12th Marine Corps District run in formation during the Commanding General’s three-mile motivational run on Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Nov. 6, 2014. The run is to pay tribute to the 239 years of the United States Marine Corps’ service in the defense of our nation.

Photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller

Ayden J. Lejeune, whose great-great-great uncle is the former 13th
Commandant of the United States Marine Corps , Lt. Gen. John A. Lejeune,
poses for a photo with his recruiter Sgt. Dallas Allen, Recruiting
Substation Oklahoma City South, Recruiting Station Oklahoma City. Lejeune, a
Norman, Oklahoma native is set to ship to Marine Corps Recruit Depot San
Diego for recruit training on Nov. 3. The 19 year-old Norman High School
graduate enlisted in the delayed entry program on March 19, 2013. Lejeune
said he has wanted to join the Marine Corps since he was young because the
Marines are the best of the best. (Official Marine Corps Photo By Sgt. Lucas
Vega/RELEASED)

Ayden J. Lejeune, whose great-great-great uncle is the former 13th Commandant of the United States Marine Corps , Lt. Gen. John A. Lejeune, poses for a photo with his recruiter Sgt. Dallas Allen, Recruiting Substation Oklahoma City South, Recruiting Station Oklahoma City. Lejeune, a Norman, Oklahoma native is set to ship to Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego for recruit training on Nov. 3. The 19 year-old Norman High School graduate enlisted in the delayed entry program on March 19, 2013. Lejeune said he has wanted to join the Marine Corps since he was young because the Marines are the best of the best. (Official Marine Corps Photo By Sgt. Lucas Vega/RELEASED)

Photo by Sgt. Lucas Vega

Charles Omenihu, a defensive end, and Joshua Williams, a kicker/punter, both from Rowlett High School, pose with Doug Stephens, the head coach of the Rowlett High School Football Team, after receiving their Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jerseys during Rowlett High School’s Senior Night football game Oct. 31. CWO2 Adrian Cortez (left), the operations officer of Recruiting Station Dallas, and Sgt. Joseph Gamez (right), a recruiter with Recruiting Substation Garland, presented Omenihu and Williams with the jerseys. The United States Marine Corps is recognizing exemplary student athletes across the country through the Semper Fi Bowl. Now in its fourth year, the game will feature approximately 100 student athletes selected from across the country based on their athletic prowess, academic success and embodiment of the Marine Corps values of honor, courage and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Daniel E. Valle)

Charles Omenihu, a defensive end, and Joshua Williams, a kicker/punter, both from Rowlett High School, pose with Doug Stephens, the head coach of the Rowlett High School Football Team, after receiving their Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jerseys during Rowlett High School’s Senior Night football game Oct. 31. CWO2 Adrian Cortez (left), the operations officer of Recruiting Station Dallas, and Sgt. Joseph Gamez (right), a recruiter with Recruiting Substation Garland, presented Omenihu and Williams with the jerseys. The United States Marine Corps is recognizing exemplary student athletes across the country through the Semper Fi Bowl. Now in its fourth year, the game will feature approximately 100 student athletes selected from across the country based on their athletic prowess, academic success and embodiment of the Marine Corps values of honor, courage and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Daniel E. Valle)

Photo by Sgt. Daniel E Valle

Shane Lemieux, a offensive tackle for the West Valley High School Rams varsity football team and 17-year-old native of Yakima, Wash., dons his helmet before a game against the Wenatchee High School Panthers at West Valley High School in Yakima, Wash., Oct. 31, 2014. Seattle and Yakima-based Marines presented Lemieux his 2015 Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey at the game. Lemieux, a University of Oregon commit, is among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015. He joins Marysville-Pilchuck High School standout Austin Joyner as the only 2015 selectees from Washington State. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Shane Lemieux, a offensive tackle for the West Valley High School Rams varsity football team and 17-year-old native of Yakima, Wash., dons his helmet before a game against the Wenatchee High School Panthers at West Valley High School in Yakima, Wash., Oct. 31, 2014. Seattle and Yakima-based Marines presented Lemieux his 2015 Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey at the game. Lemieux, a University of Oregon commit, is among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015. He joins Marysville-Pilchuck High School standout Austin Joyner as the only 2015 selectees from Washington State. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder

Cpl. Josephina Garza, pay chief with 12th Marine Corps District is
interviewed for a Military Salute segment on FM 105.7 MAX and AM 1090 Sports
radio in their studio at Broadcast Company of the Americas San Diego, Oct.
30, 2014. Cpl Garza was selected for the interview after winning the
meritorious sergeant promotion board for the Western Recruiting Region.
(Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller/Released)

Cpl. Josephina Garza, pay chief with 12th Marine Corps District is interviewed for a Military Salute segment on FM 105.7 MAX and AM 1090 Sports radio in their studio at Broadcast Company of the Americas San Diego, Oct. 30, 2014. Cpl Garza was selected for the interview after winning the meritorious sergeant promotion board for the Western Recruiting Region. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller/Released)

Photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller

Barbara Kenney displays a photo of her late father, U.S. Marine 1st Lt. George Greeley Wells, at her home in Bellevue, Washington, Oct. 25, 2014. Greeley served as the adjutant of 2nd Battalion, 28th Marine Regiment, 5th Marine Division, during World War II’s famed Battle of Iwo Jima. He carried the first flag that was raised on Mt. Suribachi, a moment later captured by Associated Press photographer Joe Rosenthal in the war’s most famous photo. In the 1990s and early 2000s, he was featured in James Bradley’s best-selling book “Flags of Our Fathers” and “War Stories with Oliver North,” produced by the retired Marine and Fox News correspondent. Greeley, a native of Lake Forest, Illinois, moved with his family from Harding Township, New Jersey, to Bellevue in the early 2000s. At 94, he passed away in his sleep here Sept. 22, 2014. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Barbara Kenney displays a photo of her late father, U.S. Marine 1st Lt. George Greeley Wells, at her home in Bellevue, Washington, Oct. 25, 2014. Greeley served as the adjutant of 2nd Battalion, 28th Marine Regiment, 5th Marine Division, during World War II’s famed Battle of Iwo Jima. He carried the first flag that was raised on Mt. Suribachi, a moment later captured by Associated Press photographer Joe Rosenthal in the war’s most famous photo. In the 1990s and early 2000s, he was featured in James Bradley’s best-selling book “Flags of Our Fathers” and “War Stories with Oliver North,” produced by the retired Marine and Fox News correspondent. Greeley, a native of Lake Forest, Illinois, moved with his family from Harding Township, New Jersey, to Bellevue in the early 2000s. At 94, he passed away in his sleep here Sept. 22, 2014. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder

Maj. Stephen Harding, a supply officer with Combat Logistics Battalion 23, presents a flag on behalf of 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James Amos to Barbara Kenney during a memorial service for her father, 1st Lt. George Greeley Wells, in Bellevue, Wash., Oct. 25, 2014. Greeley served as the adjutant of 2nd Battalion, 28th Marine Regiment, 5th Marine Division, during World War II’s famed Battle of Iwo Jima. He carried the first flag that was raised on Mt. Suribachi, a moment later captured by Associated Press photographer Joe Rosenthal in the war’s most famous photo. In the 1990s and early 2000s, he was featuring in James Bradley’s best-selling book “Flags of Our Fathers” and “War Stories with Oliver North,” produced by the retired Marine and Fox News correspondent. Greeley, a native of Lake Forest, Ill., moved with his family from Harding Township, N.J., to Bellevue in the early 2000s. At 94, he passed away in his sleep here Sept. 22, 2014. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Maj. Stephen Harding, a supply officer with Combat Logistics Battalion 23, presents a flag on behalf of 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James Amos to Barbara Kenney during a memorial service for her father, 1st Lt. George Greeley Wells, in Bellevue, Wash., Oct. 25, 2014. Greeley served as the adjutant of 2nd Battalion, 28th Marine Regiment, 5th Marine Division, during World War II’s famed Battle of Iwo Jima. He carried the first flag that was raised on Mt. Suribachi, a moment later captured by Associated Press photographer Joe Rosenthal in the war’s most famous photo. In the 1990s and early 2000s, he was featuring in James Bradley’s best-selling book “Flags of Our Fathers” and “War Stories with Oliver North,” produced by the retired Marine and Fox News correspondent. Greeley, a native of Lake Forest, Ill., moved with his family from Harding Township, N.J., to Bellevue in the early 2000s. At 94, he passed away in his sleep here Sept. 22, 2014. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder

Sgt. Eddie Quezada, a Marine Corps recruiter from Marine Corps Recruiting Station San Diego, gathers answer key sheets during Mission Bay High School’s first Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery in San Diego, Oct. 23. Marine Corps, Army and Navy Recruiters proctored the four-hour exam. The test covers a variety of skillsets and measures developed abilities to help predict future academic and occupational attainment in the military. Students are expected to receive their results in approximately two weeks. For more information on taking an ASVAB please contact your local military recruiter.

Sgt. Eddie Quezada, a Marine Corps recruiter from Marine Corps Recruiting Station San Diego, gathers answer key sheets during Mission Bay High School’s first Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery in San Diego, Oct. 23. Marine Corps, Army and Navy Recruiters proctored the four-hour exam. The test covers a variety of skillsets and measures developed abilities to help predict future academic and occupational attainment in the military. Students are expected to receive their results in approximately two weeks. For more information on taking an ASVAB please contact your local military recruiter.

Photo by Sgt. Erica Kirsop

Bryce English, a defensive tackle from Desoto High School selected to play in the 2015 Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl, alongside Claude Mathis, Desoto High School Head Football Coach, receives his jersey from Maj. Charles Nicol (right), the commanding officer of Recruiting Station Dallas, and Sgt. Timothy Clark (left), a recruiter with Recruiting Substation Dallas South, during the halftime ceremony of the Desoto vs. Cedar Hill High School football game Oct. 23. The United States Marine Corps is recognizing exemplary student athletes across the country through the Semper Fi Bowl. Now in its fourth year, the game will feature approximately 100 student athletes selected from across the country based on their athletic prowess, academic success and embodiment of the Marine Corps values of honor, courage and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Daniel E. Valle)

Bryce English, a defensive tackle from Desoto High School selected to play in the 2015 Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl, alongside Claude Mathis, Desoto High School Head Football Coach, receives his jersey from Maj. Charles Nicol (right), the commanding officer of Recruiting Station Dallas, and Sgt. Timothy Clark (left), a recruiter with Recruiting Substation Dallas South, during the halftime ceremony of the Desoto vs. Cedar Hill High School football game Oct. 23. The United States Marine Corps is recognizing exemplary student athletes across the country through the Semper Fi Bowl. Now in its fourth year, the game will feature approximately 100 student athletes selected from across the country based on their athletic prowess, academic success and embodiment of the Marine Corps values of honor, courage and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Daniel E. Valle)

Photo by Sgt. Daniel E. Valle

Frank Buncom IV, a Saint Augustine High School senior, proudly displays his Semper Fidelis Football Jersey in front of his teamates at a jersey presentation Oct. 20 in San Diego. Buncom is a model student and citizen. He maintains a 4.0 grade point average, participates in the associated student body council and is on the Saint Augustine principal’s list. Buncom is also an active member of the community through volunteer work with Young Christians Making a Difference organization (www.youngcmd.org), is a member of the Loyal Sons of Saint Augustine and has received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award. He was also named homecoming king. “[Buncom] is the best player I have ever coached in 20 years in regard to character and leadership qualities,”said Richard Sanchez, Saint Augustine High School head coach.

Frank Buncom IV, a Saint Augustine High School senior, proudly displays his Semper Fidelis Football Jersey in front of his teamates at a jersey presentation Oct. 20 in San Diego. Buncom is a model student and citizen. He maintains a 4.0 grade point average, participates in the associated student body council and is on the Saint Augustine principal’s list. Buncom is also an active member of the community through volunteer work with Young Christians Making a Difference organization (www.youngcmd.org), is a member of the Loyal Sons of Saint Augustine and has received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award. He was also named homecoming king. “[Buncom] is the best player I have ever coached in 20 years in regard to character and leadership qualities,”said Richard Sanchez, Saint Augustine High School head coach.

Photo by Sgt. Erica Kirsop

Austin Joyner (center), a cornerback for the Marysville-Pilchuck High School Tomahawks and 17-year-old native of Marysville, Wash., receives his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey from Capt. William Nelson (left), the executive officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, and Sgt. Jeff Otterson, a local Marine recruiter, during an assembly at Marysville-Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Oct. 17, 2014. Joyner is among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015. He joins Yakima’s West Valley High School football star Shane Lemieux as the only 2015 selectees from Washington State. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Austin Joyner (center), a cornerback for the Marysville-Pilchuck High School Tomahawks and 17-year-old native of Marysville, Wash., receives his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey from Capt. William Nelson (left), the executive officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, and Sgt. Jeff Otterson, a local Marine recruiter, during an assembly at Marysville-Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Oct. 17, 2014. Joyner is among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015. He joins Yakima’s West Valley High School football star Shane Lemieux as the only 2015 selectees from Washington State. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder

Malik McMorris (center), a defensive lineman and fullback for the Mater Dei High School Monarchs and 17-year-old native of Santa Ana, Calif., receives his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey from Maj. James P. Dollard (left), the commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Orange County, and Staff Sgt. Jeno Jorgensen, a local Marine recruiter, during a pep rally at Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, Oct. 17, 2014. McMorris is among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015. He is currently the only 2015 selectees from Orange County.

Malik McMorris (center), a defensive lineman and fullback for the Mater Dei High School Monarchs and 17-year-old native of Santa Ana, Calif., receives his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey from Maj. James P. Dollard (left), the commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Orange County, and Staff Sgt. Jeno Jorgensen, a local Marine recruiter, during a pep rally at Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, Oct. 17, 2014. McMorris is among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015. He is currently the only 2015 selectees from Orange County.

Photo by Sgt. Vanessa Jimenez

Drew Berger (center), an inside linebacker for the Coeur d’Alene High School Vikings and 17-year-old native of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, stands alongside his family and receives his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey from Sgt. Alex Angle (left), a local Marine recruiter, and Capt. Ryan Sahlberg (right), the operations officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, before a game against the Lake City High School Timberwolves at Coeur d’Alene High School in Coeur d’Alene, Oct. 17, 2014. Berger is the sole Idaho player among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015. He follows in the footsteps of his brother Chase Blakley, a fellow Vikings football alum and Boise State University football player who played in last year’s Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Drew Berger (center), an inside linebacker for the Coeur d’Alene High School Vikings and 17-year-old native of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, stands alongside his family and receives his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey from Sgt. Alex Angle (left), a local Marine recruiter, and Capt. Ryan Sahlberg (right), the operations officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, before a game against the Lake City High School Timberwolves at Coeur d’Alene High School in Coeur d’Alene, Oct. 17, 2014. Berger is the sole Idaho player among approximately 100 student athletes from across the nation selected to participate in the game at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., Jan. 4, 2015. He follows in the footsteps of his brother Chase Blakley, a fellow Vikings football alum and Boise State University football player who played in last year’s Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder)

Photo by Sgt. Reece Lodder

Mike Acosta, Associate Vice President of Strategy and Partnerships, MAES, and Master Sgt. Mark McArthur, Diversity Chief, Marine Corps Recruiting Command, discuss the importance of the partnership between the Marine Corps and MAES during the Industry Advisory Council meeting and partners breakfast, here, today. The mission of MAES is to promote, cultivate, and honor excellence in education among engineers and scientist of Latin American descent.

Mike Acosta, Associate Vice President of Strategy and Partnerships, MAES, and Master Sgt. Mark McArthur, Diversity Chief, Marine Corps Recruiting Command, discuss the importance of the partnership between the Marine Corps and MAES during the Industry Advisory Council meeting and partners breakfast, here, today. The mission of MAES is to promote, cultivate, and honor excellence in education among engineers and scientist of Latin American descent.

Photo by Cpl. Francisco Martinez

Marine Corps Recruiting Command