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A group of Marines watch as two Marines in protective gear participate in a pugil stick match.

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Marines participate in a pugil stick match during a field meet at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Japan, Feb. 16, 2024. The match fostered a sense of comradery and healthy competition among the Marines.

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