United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)

SOF Week 2026 by the Numbers ♠️

What an incredible week. Thank you to all the attendees, speakers, exhibitors, participating countries, and mission partners who made it possible to bring the global Special Operations community together in Tampa. Across every engagement, panel, demonstration, and even our inaugural prayer gathering, the focus remained on strengthening readiness, advancing capability, and supporting the Warfighter while reinforcing the unity behind the mission.

The numbers tell the story, but the impact goes far beyond them.

“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”

May we always live worthy of their sacrifice, honor their memory, and never forget the brave Americans who paid the ultimate price.

Excellence was recognized and legacy was honored 🏆

U.S. SOCOM hosted its annual awards ceremony during with SEAC (Ret.) Ramón Colón-López as keynote speaker.

The Bull Simons Award was presented to Captain (Ret.) Frank K. Butler, honoring those who embody the spirit, values, and skills of the Special Operations Warrior.

The Service Member of the Year was awarded to a MARSOC Raider after 13 elite competitors from across the SOF community completed four days of demanding challenges including ruck marches, weapons handling, tactical navigation, and combat medicine.

Congratulations to all who were recognized. Keep pushing forward and keep the tip of the spear sharp. ♠

To read the story: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/566019/marine-raider-wins-ussocom-service-member-year

🎂 Happy birthday AFSOC!

For the past 36 years, Air Force Special Operations Command has played a pivotal role in advancing specialized airpower across the world’s most demanding environments. Showcasing the adaptability, precision, readiness, and lethality that define the Air Commando legacy. We are thankful for all you do to keep the tip of the spear sharp. ♠️

SOF Week 2026 Keynote: Guiding Special Operations Forward

ASW(SO/LIC) Honorable Derrick Anderson shares a vision for a modern SOF enterprise. One that thrives on connection, adapts to a rapidly changing world, and delivers decisive effects across every domain. By empowering people, fostering innovation, advancing agile policies, building strong partnerships, and ensuring prudent stewardship, SOF is positioned to create asymmetric advantages and multi-domain impact. Together with industry, government, and global allies, the community is committed to meeting today’s complex threats and shaping a resilient, ready force for the future.