Meritorious Service Medal



Colonel Yvon Rob

For exceptionally meritorious service to 2nd Battalion in 2023. Colonel Yvon Robb distinguished themselves by leading the Battalion with professionalism and dedication throughout the year. He consistently met or exceeded performance standards, held his subordinates accountable, worked towards the betterment of the Battalion, and was an example to all as a leader and officer. His oversight has helped guide 2-7 into the largest Battalion in the Regiment. Colonel Yvon Robb's dedication to duty and exceptionally meritorious service are in great credit to himself, 2-7, and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.

Defense Distinguished Service Medal



Lieutenant Colonel John Hayes

For exceptionally meritorious leadership of a primary billet while serving as Battalion Executive Officer during 2023. Lieutenant Colonel John Hayes distinguished themselves by helping to lead and shape 2nd Battalion with professionalism, dedication, and exceptional service throughout the entire year. He consistently works towards the betterment of 2-7, is accessible to all troopers, and goes above and beyond to handle all administrative tasks. He's helped train and guide countless staff, emphasized leadership development, and held his subordinates accountable all while helping to grow 2-7 to become the largest Battalion in the Regiment. He helps set the standard of leadership in 2-7, and is an example for all others to follow. Lieutenant Colonel John Hayes' exemplary leadership demonstrates their commitment to their troopers and reflects great credit upon himself...​

ACD EOY Awards
Defense Distinguished Service Medal



Colonel Derek Budd

For exceptionally meritorious leadership of a primary billet while serving as Battalion Executive Officer of the Axillary Combat Detachment during 2023. Colonel Derek Budd distinguished themselves by helping to lead and shape the Axillary Combat Detachment with professionalism, dedication, and exceptional service throughout the entire year. He consistently works towards the betterment of ACD, is accessible to all troopers, and goes above and beyond to handle all administrative tasks. He's helped train and guide countless new staff, emphasized leadership development, and held his subordinates accountable all while helping to grow multiple games AO's within the Regiment. He helps set the standard of leadership in ACD, and is an example for all others to follow. Colonel Derek Budd's exemplary leadership demonstrates their commitment to their troopers and reflects great credit upon himself, the Axillary Combat Detachment, and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.

Defense Distinguished Service Medal



Sergeant Major Anthony Preacher

For exceptionally meritorious leadership of a primary billet while serving as the Battalion Sergeant Major of the Axillary Combat Detachment during January 2023 through December 2023. Sergeant Major Anthony Preacher distinguished themselves by being a go-to Non-commissioned Officer at many levels. SGM Preacher has been a solid rock of knowledge for his unit's Non-commissioned Officers as well as for the Non-commissioned Officers across the entire Regiment. He wears many hats, but ultimately he leads the Troopers and...​