SAN DIEGO — A San Antonio native currently serving in the United States Navy has earned a prestigious award.
Logistics Specialist Seaman (LSSN) Christelle V. Abrego, who graduated from Madison High School, earned the Blue Jacket of the Year award for Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) San Diego. The Blue Jacket is awarded annually to the most exceptional junior enlisted Sailor. The award highlights Abrego’s exceptional leadership, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to her duties, said the Navy.
Abrego plays a pivotal role as an operations action officer and primary medical supply purchaser for the NMFP region, according to the Navy. Her responsibilities include logistical support, administrative processing, and deployment coordination for critical missions.
“LSSN Abrego has set the standard for excellence in her role,” said NMFP’s Command Master Chief Jerry Cantorna. “Her dedication to the mission and her team reflects the very essence of what it means to be a Navy professional. This award is a testament to her hard work and commitment.”
Abrego’s brother, uncles, and cousin all served in the Marine Corps and Navy. She wanted to continue this legacy and became the first female in her family to do so.
“My dad, Raul Abrego, taught me to never give up and chase what I want in life,” Abrego shared. “He’s my biggest support, and this achievement is as much his as it is mine.”
Abrego hopes to continue growing both personally and professionally.
“Take things day-by-day and focus on becoming better,” said Abrego to her peers. “Listen to your leaders—they have wisdom to share that can guide you.”