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HALL OF FAME

Recognising the members who have shown exceptional dedication, leadership, and service to ASOT.

Thomas Mango
#01
Thomas Mango
Thomas Mango

ALPHA-1

Lieutenant Colonel


A founding member of ASOT who has dedicated countless hours to building the unit from the ground up. His leadership during Operation IRON SPEAR set the benchmark for all future operations and established the tactical doctrine the unit still follows today.

Joined 15 March 2019

James Hartley
#02
James Hartley
James Hartley

BRAVO-2

Sergeant Major


Served as the backbone of 1 Platoon for over three years, mentoring dozens of new recruits and never missing a training cycle. Awarded the unit's first Distinguished Service commendation for his actions during Operation SOUTHERN CROSS.

Joined 4 July 2020

Mitchell Clarke
#03
Mitchell Clarke
Mitchell Clarke

CHARLIE-6

Warrant Officer


An exceptional marksman and section commander whose calm under fire has saved his element on more occasions than can be counted. Led the assault element during three consecutive campaign operations with zero friendly casualties.

Joined 22 November 2020

Daniel Rivers
#04
Daniel Rivers
Daniel Rivers

DELTA-3

Staff Sergeant


Responsible for establishing and running the ASOT training pipeline for two years, producing some of the most well-prepared operators the unit has ever seen. His contribution to standardising SOPs remains foundational to this day.

Joined 10 January 2021

Ryan Nguyen
#05
Ryan Nguyen
Ryan Nguyen

ECHO-4

Corporal


Despite his rank, Ryan's contributions to the unit's Zeus and scenario design have elevated the quality of every operation he has touched. His briefings are legendary and his attention to operational realism is unmatched.

Joined 30 June 2021

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