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Glenn Erby

Eagles Operations Coordinator Cristian Narino Garcia named 2023 Salute to Service Award nominee

Philadelphia Eagles Facilities Operations Coordinator Cristian Narino Garcia was announced as the Eagles nominee for the “Salute to Service Award presented by USAA.”

The annual award by USAA and the NFL honors a league member who demonstrates an exemplary commitment to honoring and supporting the military community. USAA holds the designation of Official NFL Salute to Service Partner.

In 2013, Garcia moved from Colombia to Jacksonville, Florida. Just two years later, he had enlisted in the United States Air Force.

“It was a great opportunity to give back to the country that welcomed me with open arms,” Garcia said.

In March of 2015, Garcia started basic military training. He credited his support system in Jacksonville, who helped him learn English, as the ones who inspired him to join the forces.

Past recipients of the award include Ron Rivera (2023), Andrew Beck (2022), Steve Cannon (2021), Dan Quinn (2020), Donnie Edwards (2019), Ben Garland (2018), Andre Roberts (2017), Dan Quinn (2016), Vincent Jackson (2015), Jared Allen (2014), John Harbaugh (2013), Charles Tillman (2012), and the late Tennessee Titans owner, K.S. “Bud” Adams, a WWII veteran (2011).

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