Matt Sowders ACTIVE

Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

LT Matt Sowders

IN RECOGNITION OF

Successful completion of a designated overseas assignment in support of United States military operations and objectives during Operation Shadow Convergence.

SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

DEVELOPMENT GROUP

ANVIL TROOP

Sea Service Deployment Ribbon NAVY

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

LT Matt Sowders

IN RECOGNITION OF

Honorable service while deployed in support of maritime and expeditionary operations. Through sustained superior performance, dedication to mission accomplishment, and commitment to operational readiness during overseas deployment during Operation Shadow Convergence

SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

DEVELOPMENT GROUP

ANVIL TROOP

Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

LT Matt Sowders

IN RECOGNITION OF

Honorable service in direct support of military operations in Afghanistan. Through dedication to duty, professional excellence, and unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment while deployed in support of combat and contingency operations during Operation Shadow Convergence.

SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

BRONZE SQUADRON

Combat Action Ribbon NAVY

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

LT Matt Sowders

IN RECOGNITION OF

Meritorious achievement while actively participating in ground or surface combat against enemy forces. Demonstrating exceptional courage, professional competence, and steadfast determination under hostile conditions during Operation Shadow Convergence

SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

DEVELOPMENT GROUP

ANVIL TROOP

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

LT Matt Sowders

IN RECOGNITION OF

Exceptionally meritorious service in support of operations to counter terrorism and protect the security interests of the United States. Through dedicated performance of duty, unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment, and steadfast support of the Global War on Terrorism during Operation Shadow Convergence.

SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

BRONZE SQUADRON

National Defense Service Medal

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

LT Matt Sowders

IN RECOGNITION OF

Faithful performance of duty, dedication to mission accomplishment, and commitment to the values of military service during Operation Shadow Convergence.

SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

BRONZE SQUADRON

Scuba Diver Badge

THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT

LT Matt Sowders

HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED

All required US Navy training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn the Scuba Diver Badge and is hereby recognized as a qualified diver Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU.

SIGNED THIS DAY, May 28, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

DEVELOPMENT GROUP

ANVIL TROOP

Military Freefall Parachutist Badge

THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT

LT Matt Sowders

HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED

All required US Army SOC training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn the Military Freefall Parachutist Bdage and is hereby recognized as a qualified high-altitude military parachute specialist Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU.

SIGNED THIS DAY, May 28, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

BRONZE SQUADRON

Parachutist Badge

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

LT Matt Sowders

IN RECOGNITION OF

All required US Army training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn the Parachutist Badge and is hereby recognized as a qualified Airborne Infantry Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU.

SIGNED THIS DAY, May 28, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

160TH SPECIAL OPERATION AVIATION REGIMENT

SABER DETACHMENT

Air Assault Badge

THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT

LT Matt Sowders

HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED

All required US Army training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn the Air Assault Badge and is hereby recognized as a qualified Airmobile Infantry Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU.

SIGNED THIS DAY, May 28, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

160TH SPECIAL OPERATION AVIATION REGIMENT

SABER DETACHMENT

Odin Operator Badge - Game Master

THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT

LT Matt Sowders

HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED

All required JSOC training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn the ODIN Operator Badge and is hereby recognized as a qualified J3 operator Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU.

SIGNED THIS DAY, May 28, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

BRONZE SQUADRON

Navy SEAL Trident

THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT

LT Matt Sowders

HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED

All required Naval Special Warfare training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn the SEAL Trident and is hereby recognized as a qualified operator Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU.

SIGNED THIS DAY, Jan 1, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

DEVELOPMENT GROUP

ANVIL TROOP

PROMOTION — LT

Matt Sowders, has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant on Dec 1, 2025.

This promotion reflects sustained performance, discipline, and the operational aggression expected within a Tier‑1 environment. The trooper has consistently met or exceeded Bronze Squadron standards and demonstrated the capability, maturity, and reliability required to operate at the next level. Promotion is awarded without reservation.

ENLISTMENT — BRONZE SQUADRON

Matt Sowders, has officially enlisted into Bronze Squadron and is now assigned to ANVIL Troop, Command as Troop Commander (1130 - SEAL Officer).

This entry marks the trooper’s acceptance into a Tier‑1 operational element. Enlistment into Bronze Squadron signifies that the member has met the initial standards required for integration into a high‑performance, mission‑focused unit. The trooper is expected to uphold the discipline, professionalism, and operational aggression demanded by Bronze Squadron.