Sgt. Hyeongmin Lee, currently serving as a recruiter for the US Army, was named “Hero of the Match” by Major League Soccer (MLS) club LA Galaxy on July 17.
According to the LA Galaxy, Sgt. Lee is originally from Korea and joined the Army as an international student in 2016. Sgt. Lee was first stationed in Camp Carroll in South Korea followed by Fort Eustis, Virginia, and the Koreatown Army Recruiting Station in LA.
With his eight years of service, some of his awards include the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the Army Commendation Medal, multiple Army Achievement Medal, and the Army Good Conduct Medal.
Thanks to his ability to speak Korean, Sgt. Lee effectively communicates with the Korean community, assisting with military promotion and enlistment-related matters.
“I feel proud when I explain new opportunities through enlistment to those in difficult situations and they come back to thank me for their transformed lives,” Sgt. Lee said.
He added, “I first joined the army through a consultation with a recruiter, and now, nine years later, I find great fulfillment in being in that role. I plan to serve faithfully until I retire from the military.”
Furthermore, he expressed a desire to apply for an officer position if given the opportunity.
BY YOONJAE JUNG, YOUNGNAM KIM [jung.yoonjae@koreadaily.com]
