Mcallen Marines

10/12/2026

2026 October Initial Strength Test (IST)

This past Saturday RSS McAllen (ft RSS Mission) conducted their monthly IST and through their hard work, Volume, and discipline demonstrated the “Valley Heat” to our very own Sergeant Major 🔥

Post IST, Sergeant Major provided some very motivating and honest advice to further prepared our poolees for the realities of what it takes to earn the tittle United States Marine🦅🌎⚓️

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09/12/2026

Huge Thank you to HardKnox Strength and Performance Edinburgh for having us today !

Thanks to our very own Poolee Oscar Martinez for not only setting this up, but also the coaches allowing us to get up bright and early on the weekend to still show us we got a couple of things to learn🔥💪🔥

09/05/2026

2026 September Initial Strength Test (IST)

Today RSS McAllen & Mission came together to conduct their monthly IST. Through their hard work and dedication they were able to not only compete, but demonstrate the “Valley Heat” to our very own Commanding Officer🔥

In addition, Poole Martinez and Alvarez were also awarded for their strong commitment to both themselves and the future of the corps. If you have what it takes to be apart of the family and to take on the challenge, don’t hesitate to be part of the family whether in Mcallen or Mission!

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09/04/2026

🔥August Newest Poolees🔥

RSS McAllen welcomes its newest 8 members ready to mentally and physically challenge themselves to one day earn the title United States Marine🦅🌎⚓️!

07/28/2026

Last week Recruiting Sub-Station McAllen conducted one of the Marine Corps annual physical requirements , that being the Combat Fitness Test (CFT).

The CFT is designed to ensure readiness for the physical demands of combat operations and consist of an 880 Yard Sprint, Ammo Can Lift, and the Maneuver Under Fire.

Individually, each poolee not only ensured to give it their all but overall displayed great strength,speed, and agility while simultaneously supporting each other in each step of the way.

07/15/2026

2026 July Initial Strength Test (IST)

This Saturday RSS McAllen conducted their monthly IST. A required physical fitness evaluation designed to confirm not only you meet, but EXCEED the physical requirements needed to attend Marine Corps Recruit Training. Consisting of pull-ups, plank, a 1.5-mile run, and the ammo can lift, these poolees pushed themselves past their limits further displaying the resilience the Marine Corps is looking for . Following the evaluation , 3 new poolees earned their leadership positions either as Guide or Squad Leaders!

07/09/2026

06/17/2026

Recruiting Sub-Station McAllen and Mission station commanders had the pleasure alongside our Sergeant Major to have lunch with the RGV Marine Corps League.

During our lunch we were able to talk about the difference the Marine Corps makes both during and after service as well as share personal stories with one another. Together we’re able to not only continue or preserve our Marine Corps tradition, but also support Marine Corps families as well as foster camaraderie and talk about future community service projects.

06/15/2026

On June 1st 2026, one of Recruiting Sub-Stations very own Staff Sergeant Medrano (At the Time) through his hard work and dedication has earned the rank of Gunnery Sergeant.

After 15 years Gunnery Sergeant “Gunny” Medrano has demonstrated the exceptional dedication ,initiative, and tireless work ethic the Marine Corps constantly strives to search for in individuals. By constantly leading from the front and serving as a mentor ,friend , and role model please help us in congratulating him on his new promotion!

06/08/2026

2026 June Initial Strength Test (IST)

This Saturday RSS McAllen conducted their monthly IST. A required physical fitness evaluation designed to confirm not only you meet, but EXCEED the physical requirements needed to attend Marine Corps Recruit Training. Consisting of pull-ups, plank, a 1.5-mile run, and the ammo can lift, these poolees pushed themselves past their limits further displaying the resilience the Marine Corps is looking for .

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