Connecticut Army National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Edward Bonetti, a recruiter assigned to the 6th Recruiting and Retention Battalion, presents a grip strength tester during the 2026 Conecticut National Guard Innovation Challenge inside the William A. O'Neill Armory, Hartford, Connecticut, Jan. 10, 2026. This challenge provides a forum for service members to pitch practical solutions directly to senior leaders to improve readiness, efficiency and communication across the force. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Emmanuel)