TL’s Corner: So Much to Remember

‘What were the house numbers again?’ As a team lead, have you ever heard that question as your SWAT team is on its way to serve a search warrant? I know.  Your guys should know the answer.  They were just briefed on it.  Everyone know what the house looks like but you need to confirm…

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8 Things SWAT Leaders Must Know

Very early in my SWAT career I was promoted into a senior leadership position. I had less than three years on the team but I was the most experienced team member (yes, the team was in shambles) and there was no one of higher rank that was a better choice. In a very short period of…

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