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Scottish Sun
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Army Sergeant Majors being urged to stop shouting at sensitive troops and instead replicate one famous leader
Regimental Sergeant Majors have traditionally been feared as they are responsible for enforcing Army discipline ATTENSHHHHUN! Army Sergeant Majors being urged to stop shouting at sensitive troops and instead replicate one famous leader Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ARMY Sergeant Majors are being urged to stop shouting at sensitive recruits, we can reveal. Rather than barking orders like in war film Full Metal Jacket, they are encouraged to be more like mild-mannered David Beckham. 1 Windsor Davies as Sergeant Major Williams in It Ain't Half Hot Mum Credit: Rex Regimental Sergeant Majors have traditionally been feared as they are responsible for enforcing Army discipline. But Warrant Officer 1st Class Matt Howarth, head of the Army's Non-Commissioned Officers Academy, told Soldier Magazine: 'There are people who believe the drill sergeant in Full Metal Jacket is what we're like. 'But the era when people shouted and screamed is long gone — for me, the picture of a good leader is more like David Beckham who never seemed to raise his voice.' In 1987 film Full Metal Jacket Gunnery Sergeant Hartman bullies a bunch of Vietnam recruits. Similarly, in 1970s It Ain't Half Hot Mum, Windsor Davies played fiery Battery Sgt Major Williams. By contrast, former England footie ace Beckham hardly ever lost his temper on the pitch. But WO1 Ciar Crow reckoned: 'You'd need to convince me that Beckham is the ideal model. 'My assumption is that he is a good leader but I'm not sure he has 'a good telling off' in him. 'People need to know Hartman is in you even if he doesn't often appear. 'It's no good if all you do is shout, though. My style is more of the disappointed dad.'
The Irish Sun
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Army Sergeant Majors being urged to stop shouting at sensitive troops and instead replicate one famous leader
ARMY Sergeant Majors are being urged to stop shouting at sensitive recruits, we can reveal. Rather than barking orders like in war film Full Metal Jacket, they are encouraged to be more like mild-mannered David Beckham. 1 Windsor Davies as Sergeant Major Williams in It Ain't Half Hot Mum Credit: Rex Regimental Sergeant Majors have traditionally been feared as they are responsible for enforcing Army discipline. But Warrant Officer 1st Class Matt Howarth, head of the Army's Non-Commissioned Officers Academy, told Soldier Magazine: 'There are people who believe the drill sergeant in Full Metal Jacket is what we're like. 'But the era when people shouted and screamed is long gone — for me, the picture of a good leader is more like David Beckham who never seemed to raise his voice.' In 1987 film Read More on UK News Similarly, in 1970s By contrast, former But WO1 Ciar Crow reckoned: 'You'd need to convince me that Beckham is the ideal model. 'My assumption is that he is a good leader but I'm not sure he has 'a good telling off' in him. Most read in The Sun 'People need to know Hartman is in you even if he doesn't often appear. 'It's no good if all you do is shout, though. My style is more of the disappointed dad.'
The Sun
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Army Sergeant Majors being urged to stop shouting at sensitive troops and instead replicate one famous leader
ARMY Sergeant Majors are being urged to stop shouting at sensitive recruits, we can reveal. Rather than barking orders like in war film Full Metal Jacket, they are encouraged to be more like mild-mannered David Beckham. 1 Regimental Sergeant Majors have traditionally been feared as they are responsible for enforcing Army discipline. But Warrant Officer 1st Class Matt Howarth, head of the Army's Non-Commissioned Officers Academy, told Soldier Magazine: 'There are people who believe the drill sergeant in Full Metal Jacket is what we're like. 'But the era when people shouted and screamed is long gone — for me, the picture of a good leader is more like David Beckham who never seemed to raise his voice.' In 1987 film Full Metal Jacket Gunnery Sergeant Hartman bullies a bunch of Vietnam recruits. Similarly, in 1970s It Ain't Half Hot Mum, Windsor Davies played fiery Battery Sgt Major Williams. By contrast, former England footie ace Beckham hardly ever lost his temper on the pitch. But WO1 Ciar Crow reckoned: 'You'd need to convince me that Beckham is the ideal model. 'My assumption is that he is a good leader but I'm not sure he has 'a good telling off' in him. 'People need to know Hartman is in you even if he doesn't often appear. 'It's no good if all you do is shout, though. My style is more of the disappointed dad.'
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
From questioned hire to Super Bowl champ: Nick Sirianni's NFL journey is a lesson in patience
Nick Sirianni's extension proves the Eagles believe in building dynasties, not just winning seasons (Getty Images) In a city known for its passionate fans and ruthless sports culture, Nick Sirianni has achieved the unthinkable—transforming from a coach facing public ridicule to a Super Bowl-winning leader securing a multi-year contract extension. The Philadelphia Eagles made it official on Monday, announcing Sirianni's extension just months after hoisting the Lombardi Trophy in a commanding 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. While the terms of the new deal remain under wraps, the message is loud and clear: the Eagles are all-in on Sirianni. The Eagles just showed why Nick Sirianni is the NFL's most underrated coaching genius Since taking the reins in 2021, Sirianni has compiled a remarkable 48-20 regular-season record and a 6-3 playoff mark. Under his leadership, the Eagles have made the postseason each year and reached two Super Bowls in four seasons—an unprecedented feat in franchise history. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pakistan: Unsold Sofas at Bargain Prices (View Current Prices) Sofas | Search Ads Search Now Undo 'As an organization, we have always strived to create a championship culture of sustained success,' said Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie. 'Nothing is more important to fostering such an environment than having tremendous leadership. Nick has embodied everything we were looking for in a head coach since we hired him four years ago. His authentic style of leadership, football intelligence, passion for the game, and growth mindset have helped to bring out the best in our team.' But this extension didn't come without its share of adversity. Rewind to mid-October, and Sirianni's job security was hanging by a thread. After a shaky 2-2 start and a nail-biting 20-16 win over a struggling Browns team, 'Fire Sirianni' chants rained down at Lincoln Financial Field. The win felt more like a loss, capping a stretch of uninspired play that reminded fans too much of the previous year's collapse. The coach's sideline outburst aimed at heckling fans only fueled the fire, prompting FOX Sports' Colin Cowherd to declare, 'It's time to go get an adult coach who has won, who is a proven, who is a veteran... I could see Philadelphia moving off Sirianni in two weeks.' Every poll, every radio call-in, and every armchair analyst seemed aligned—Sirianni's days were numbered. Even his bizarre mid-season grooming change, where he shaved his head and beard, drew ridicule, giving him what some described as a 'Full Metal Jacket vibe.' At one point, fans and critics alike were convinced that the Eagles were on the verge of parting ways with the head coach. However, what followed was nothing short of cinematic. Sirianni led the Eagles on a franchise-record 10-game winning streak, culminating in an 18-3 season and the franchise's second Super Bowl title. Just four months after being jeered, Sirianni was cheered through the streets of Philadelphia as he rode a championship bus down Broad Street, clutching the Lombardi Trophy. Owner Jeffrey Lurie, who took time away from the spotlight following the team's late-2024 meltdown, made the bold decision to stay the course. 'Every coach is in a high-pressure situation,' Lurie had said. 'Nick has had a pretty spectacular first three seasons, and he's shown all the ingredients to have outstanding success. So, I'm just looking forward.' That patience paid off in the biggest way possible. Now heading into his fifth season, Sirianni is not just a Super Bowl champion—he's also poised to become one of the longest-tenured head coaches in Eagles history, trailing only Andy Reid and Greasy Neal. His impact has been tangible, with the Eagles posting the third-best winning percentage in the NFL since his arrival in 2021. From a near-dismissal to being handed the keys to the franchise, Sirianni's story is a reminder that in the NFL, fortunes can change in a heartbeat. The boos have turned into chants of loyalty, and the man once seen as unfit now stands as the architect of sustained excellence in Philadelphia. Also Read: Was Derek Carr really done? Former Saints QB contacted several teams before retiring Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Irish Daily Star
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Star
How Full Metal Jacket's R. Lee Ermey ad-libbed his way to movie history
In the meticulously managed world of Stanley Kubrick's films, it's hard to believe anything would make the final cut without undergoing several rewrites, rehearsals, and retakes. However , in Full Metal Jacket, one of the film's most memorable scenes - the boot camp tirade of insults by Gunnery Sergeant Hartman - didn't originate from a polished script but from a real-life drill instructor. R. Lee Ermey, a Vietnam War veteran and former Marine drill instructor at the actual Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, wasn't initially cast for the role, with his performance leading many to rate the movie as one of the best in war genre. Before stepping into the spotlight, Ermey was employed as a technical adviser, tasked with training actors on how to realistically depict life in Marine Corps boot camp. Read More Related Articles Donald Trump branded 'disgusting' as he honors Pope Francis in 'baffling' way Read More Related Articles Trump loses the plot as he compares tariff flip-flop to running through a wall Kubrick, renowned for his meticulous directing style and tendency to control every creative detail, had originally chosen actor Tim Colceri for the role of Gunnery Sergeant Hartman. However, after witnessing Ermey perform an impromptu demonstration of how a genuine drill instructor would address new recruits, Kubrick was so impressed that he reconsidered the role entirely. Ermey in Full Metal Jacket (Image: (Image: Getty)) To secure the part, Ermey recorded a 15-minute tape of himself hurling insults while being bombarded with tennis balls and oranges off-camera - all to demonstrate he could maintain his composure and stay in character. Kubrick was reportedly so captivated by the performance that he restructured the first half of the film around Ermey's delivery, reports the Express . Almost every line uttered by Hartman in the boot camp scenes of the film - the insults, the threats, the dark humor - was improvised or ad-libbed. The actor crafted his own lines based on years of real-life Marine Corps training experience and delivered them with fierce conviction. Scene from film Full Metal Jacket with actor Matthew Modine (Image: (Image: Channel 4)) Full Metal Jacket, which hit the screens in 1987, was Kubrick's second last film and remains one of his most controversial. Some critics found its two-part structure - the first half at boot camp, the second in war-ravaged Vietnam - disjointed, but nearly all concurred that the opening act was unforgettable, largely due to Ermey. The sheer intensity of his performance earned him a nomination for a Golden Globe Award as Best Supporting Actor. He went on to feature in about 60 films after that - mostly playing military roles and authority figures - including a voice role in the Toy Story franchise. He passed away from complications related to pneumonia in 2018. For the latest local news and features on Irish America, visit our homepage here .
