Candidate Phelps showed great understanding of the initial briefing and quickly developed a COA with limited questions asked. He ensured security was established as soon as he took control and exuded command presence. SNC delivered his orders to his team in a firm, confident, and concise manner; leaving no doubt as to who was in charge. After having explained that speed was paramount, SNC quickly moved his team towards the objective, constantly correcting their positions and ensuring the proper formations was held. Candidate Phelps identified a danger area and negotiated this friction point with ease and fluidity. SNC adjusted his formation to maximize the team’s firepower for the final assault. His primary failure was failing to attack first
