R 221434Z OCT 24 MARADMIN 502/24 MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC MRA MF// SUBJ/HQMC SEMPER FIT SEEKS ELITE WARRIOR ATHLETE APPLICATIONS// POC/M. COATS/CAPT/MFS/TEL:  703-473-8490/Email: [email protected]// GENTEXT/REMARKS/1.  Headquarters, United States Marine Corps (HQMC) Semper Fit Branch (MFS) is seeking applications for the Elite Warrior Athlete program. 2.  Background.  The Elite Warrior Athlete program, formerly known as the Exceptional Athlete program, enables Marine athletes to compete at higher-level sport and athletic tryouts and competitions (i.e., National/World Championships, Olympic Trials, invitationals, etc.).  The intended participants for this program are highly qualified athletes interested in participating in individual sports outside of the scope of the All-Marine Sports program.  The list is not all inclusive, but a list of eligible sports can be found at: https: (slash)(slash) armedforcessports.defense.gov/Sports/. 3.  To be considered for participation, prospective athlete applications for all sports include scores for the following All- Marine Sports standard testing events:  three repetition maximum (RM) hex-bar or barbell deadlift, bench press, and squat; one RM broad jump and Pro-Agility Test; and times for the three mile and 880-yard events from the most recent fitness tests. 4.  The application form and detailed information on how to complete the standard testing events can be found at https: (slash)(slash) www.usmc-mccs.org/allmarinesports.  Please email completed applications to [email protected]. 5.  In addition to standard performance and skill testing events, it is highly recommended that applicants provide proof of prior competitive experience in their respective sport (high school, collegiate, Olympic, etc.) along with any awards or recognition received. 6.  All applicants receive approval from their commanding officer to participate.  Commanding officers are strongly encouraged to endorse Elite Warrior Athlete applications for those who demonstrate our Core Values and are expected to enhance the reputation of the United States Marine Corps.  An Elite Warrior Athlete exemplifies pride in our Armed Forces while providing the Marine Corps national/ international visibility.  Approved participants will be assigned Temporary Additional Duty status, though commanders may contact MFS to recall participants if necessary. 7.  HQMC MFS will fund the costs associated with these events based on financial feasibility, competitive level (national, regional, world), and ranking within the sport/nation/world. 8.  This MARADMIN is applicable to active duty, active reserve, and activated reserve Marines from Selected Marine Corps Reserve. Reserve force Marines, excluding the Individual Ready Reserve, are eligible to participate in the Elite Warrior Athlete program when placed on active duty orders for operational support or a similar status by their command. 9.  Release authorized by Lieutenant General Michael J. Borgschulte, Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs.//