Team History

In 1996 two cadets who were interested in becoming more proficient with the M-9 began to shoot on a weekly basis with LTC(R) Dustin Saunders (AOG member since 1992 and Pistol Team OIC from August of 1993 – present). By 1997 they sparked interest in a few other cadets, and with the influence and help of LTC(R) Saunders, created a new club: the Combat Pistol Team. Due to LTC(R) Saunders responsibilities with the Pistol Team, the Combat Pistol Team found an OIC from DMI. 

As the team evolved it gained three key personnel that changed its direction to a more complete combat oriented training team: MSG Jose Gordon and civilian instructors Craig Jackson and Joe Seuk. With the expansion of training, activity, and weaponry of the team, the name was changed to the Combat Weapons Team (CWT). CWT began training with personnel from US Army Special Operations, Federal, State and Local Law Enforcement Agencies, and private training organizations. 

The team has continued to evolve with help from many very important and influential military and civilian volunteers. It has changed its vision to achieve a more dynamic and adapted training environment. The cadets of the CWT would like to sincerely thank all of those, past and present, who have contributed to our continued evolution and success in learning and mastering the most crucial skills of the present day warrior.