Illinois National Guard TAG Combat Match 2025

The Illinois Army National Guard showcased its elite physical and marksmanship skills during the annual TAG 25 Combat Match at Marseilles Training Center in Marseilles, Illinois, on Aug. 21, 2025. The competition tested Soldiers' ability to perform demanding physical activities-such as group runs-while maintaining precision and lethality with their weapons in simulated combat scenarios. Participants engaged in pistol shooting events designed to reinforce critical soldiering skills, including shooting, moving, and communicating under pressure. The event highlighted the Guard's commitment to maintaining peak readiness, resilience, and combat effectiveness.