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INSIDE Thunderbirds to headline AirFest 2010 Commentary 2 By Shannon Carabajal Recognition 6 Talespinner Editor What’s Happening 22 Months of preparation for AirFest 2010 News & Features began last week as the Air Force Thunderbirds advance pilot visited Lackland to begin planning for the demon- stration team’s performance during the air show Nov. 6 – 7. Maj. Anthony Mulhare landed Air Force Thunderbird #8 on Lackland’s flightline Feb. 10. As the team’s advance Hero re-enlists 3 pilot, the major flies to each air demonstra- tion site prior to their scheduled perform- ances to ensure all arrangements are made for the show. Major Mulhare met with base officials Feb. 11 and discussed air show details including proper coordination with the First shirt seminar 8 Federal Aviation Administration and other traffic control agencies, airfield access and crowd control procedures. “My job is to go to each of the locations that we’re going to fly and make sure that the air show, as well as the military commu- nity, is set up for success,” he said. SHIELD program 14 For those who have seen a Thunderbirds performance before, Major Mulhare said recent upgrades to the aircraft will add some excitement to the show. The team will be flying block 52-C F-16s. “That means we have a bigger motor than we’ve had in the past. It’s an additional 5,000 pounds of thrust and there are some Free basketball clinic 23 maneuvers we’ll do to take advantage of that,” he said. “We’ve got a couple of new sequences Courtesy photo we’ve put together. I won’t (say) what those The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the are; I don’t want to ruin the surprise.” Air Force aerial demonstration team, Lt. Col. Robert Montes, AirFest director, will headline AirFest 2010 Nov. 6-7. said the theme of this year’s air show is The Lackland air show will also “Honoring the past – forging the future.” feature a wide variety of aerial The show, coinciding with San Antonio’s performances and static displays year-long celebration of the 100th anniver- composed of past and present View the Talespinner online sary of military flight in Texas, will com- at www.lackland.af.mil military aircraft. See THUNDERBIRDS P4 PAGE 2 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010 COMMENTARY Continuing a legacy of excellence Editorial staff By Lt. Col. George Irving BRIG. GEN. LEONARD PATRICK, 324th Training Squadron “When you are in any contest you should work as if there 502ND AIR BASE WING were – to the very last minute – a chance to lose it.” COMMANDER As Airmen, we serve in amazing times. OSCAR BALLADARES, Just as each generation before us faced DIRECTOR, 502ND ABW OL-A challenges and served in critical periods of - Gen. Dwight Eisenhower PUBLIC AFFAIRS our nation’s history, we too face critical WWII Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces in Europe and 34th President of the JOE BELA, times that require focused dedication to CHIEF OF INTERNAL earn victory. COMMUNICATIONS, 671-4111 Though some may want to cut corners U.S. population is over 300 million, but World War II, it’s been Veterans Day. The SHANNON CARABAJAL, and find short cuts for a quick end to the only 25 percent of those between the ages thing that struck me was the fact this man MANAGING EDITOR, 671-1786 current wars, we must embrace the con- of 17 and 26 are qualified to serve in the was wearing his World War I Army uni- MIKE JOSEPH, cept succinctly stated in our third core armed forces. Once someone makes it form: it fit, he looked sharp, and he had to STAFF WRITER, 671-4357 value: excellence in all we do. We must through the recruiting process, they still have been at least 90 years old! PATRICK DESMOND, strive to do the job right the first time, have to prove themselves by successfully His uniform didn’t have any decorations SPORTS EDITOR/STAFF WRITER, understanding that anything less jeopard- completing basic military training followed or occupational badges or even a name tag 671-5049 izes our ability to win this fight. by technical training. because servicemembers didn’t wear them PAUL NOVAK, Gen. 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As we mature, we ball field at Texas Tech University during in my own service. military services. Contents of the realize that being good at anything in life the 1991 Veterans Day weekend game. I The only way to win is through hard Talespinner are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the requires hard work. was a senior cadet and that was the first work, dedication, and a critical eye for U.S. government, the Department of Vince Lombardi said it best: “The only Veterans Day after the Gulf War. The sig- doing any job right the first time; that Defense, or the Department of the Air Force. place success comes before work is in the nificance of his presence that day was not equates to excellence. The appearance of advertising in lost on me; this man served in “the war to Never apologize for demanding excel- this publication, including inserts or dictionary.” It’s very easy to talk a big supplements, does not constitute game but the only way to avoid mediocrity end all wars” that ended with the lence from yourself or anyone else. Always endorsement by the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air and achieve excellence is through hard armistice that took effect at the 11th hour approach your duties knowing that some- Force or Prime Time Military work and perseverance. of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. one somewhere is depending on you to do Newspapers, of the products or services advertised. Consider the young man or woman who In the United States, that day became your job very well and do it right on the Everything advertised in this dreams of serving in today’s Air Force. The known as Armistice Day; since the end of first try. publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. Stay up-to-date during special events and rough skies. Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Public Affairs Office of the 502nd Air Base Wing. All photos, unless otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air Force photos. Call 671-NEWS Deadline for submissions is noon Thursday the week prior to publication. FEBRUARY 19, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 3 News WELCOME TO LACKLAND BRIEFS GENERAL PATRICK FEATURED ON RADIO Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick, 502nd Air Base Wing commander, will discuss Joint Base San Antonio on Military City USA Radio, AM 930, KLUP, Saturday from 8-9 a.m. Photo by Robbin Cresswell Military City USA Radio features the peo- Col. Patrick Fogarty (left), ple and missions at San Antonio-area mili- 802nd Mission Support tary installations. Group commander, and Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick, LACKLAND AWARDS 502nd Air Base Wing The Lackland fourth quarter awards commander, greet Depart- luncheon is today, 11:30 a.m., at the ment of Homeland Security Gateway Club. Secretary Janet Napolitano Contact your first sergeant or unit repre- upon her arrival at Lack- sentative for tickets. land's Kelly Field Annex Tuesday. During her visit to INVESTING FOR RETIREMENT the base, Secretary Napoli- In conjunction with the Military Saves tano toured the Transporta- Week, the Airman and Family Readiness tion Security Administration Center will offer two classes on investing for working dog training facility. retirement Monday at the Gateway Club. Class times are 9:30-11 a.m. and 1:30- 3p.m., and will be taught by the Better Business Bureau Military Line. Injured Airman celebrates re-enlistment Holly Petraeus, director of BBB Military By Sean Bowlin Line and wife of Army Gen. David Petraeus, 502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs U.S. Central Command commander, RANDOLPH AFB – Almost five authored the interactive class curriculum years and 120 surgeries after his vehi- that covers basic knowledge about retire- cle passed over an improvised explo- ment. sive device in Afghanistan that explod- Mrs. Petraeus will be a special guest ed, burning more than 80 percent of during the classes and available to answer his body, Tech. Sgt. Israel Del Toro questions. raised his right hand Feb. 8 and re- Enrollment is limited to the first 40 peo- enlisted in the Air Force. ple for each class and open to military Maj. Gen Anthony Przybyslawski, members of any age; spouses may also the vice commander of Air Education attend. and Training Command, administered For reservations or more information, call the oath of enlistment to Sergeant Del 671-3722. Toro in the nearly packed Randolph base theater. MOVE TO AFFECT POWER General Przybyslawski told an The planned move of a military open bay audience of family members, digni- taries, visitors, friends and many first- dormitory is Feb. 27, 8 a.m. to noon, and will Photo by Steve Thurow impact electrical power along the travel term Airmen that the sergeant, who spent three months in a coma after his Maj. Gen. Anthony Przybyslawski, Air Education and Training Command vice commander, route. administers the oath of enlistment to Tech. Sgt. Israel Del Toro at Randolph AFB Feb. 8. injuries and was given a less-than-20- The dormitory is being moved down percent chance of survival, fought for Air Force as a tactical air (control) ning 10K races and lifting weights. Barnes Avenue from the new Airman more than four months to stay in the party controller. He’s going to be an The general said Sergeant Del Toro Training Complex construction site to a site Air Force. instructor,” General Przybyslawski may look different with burnt skin, behind the History and Traditions Museum. The general said that Sergeant Del said. “but he’s not different in here,” tap- Power will be disconnected by base elec- Toro’s experience and his desire to “He has credibility and the ability ping his heart. “He’s got the spirit, the tricians for about two hours that morning at serve is something the Air Force to teach from experience. That’s why heart and desire to re-enlist. Being in each of the following buildings along the needs. we need him; that’s why we want him. the Air Force is not all about him. It’s route: 5100, 5200, 5301, 5206, 5211, 5311, Sergeant Del Toro will be an He’s going to serve us and he’s back about what he’s going to contribute. 5408, 5412, 5506, 5612, 5616, 5710, 5710, instructor with Lackland’s 342nd on the job.” “So,” he said with a smile, “get ready 7012, 7025, 7206, and 7214. Training Squadron. Doctors told Sergeant Del Toro he’d “He’s bringing back his skills to the never walk again but he is now run- See RE-ENLISTMENT P5 PAGE 4 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010

THUNDERBIRDS from P1 Photo by Robbin Cresswell Maj. Anthony Mulhare, Air memorate and showcase the accomplishments of mili- Force Thunderbirds advance tary aviation with a wide variety of aerial performanc- pilot, talks about the team’s es and static displays composed of past and present upcoming performance during military aircraft. AirFest 2010, Nov. 6-7. The air show will also give Lackland an opportunity to share the Air Force story with the public. “We can’t take folks from San Antonio to Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan or Kabul (Afghanistan), but we can bring them to Lackland and (talk to them) about what the Air Force is doing every day overseas,” Major Mulhare said. Montes said the planning committee has been working diligently laying down the preparatory ground work needed to make the air show a success. They have also been working with various military organizations and San Antonio officials to ensure a safe and memorable experience for the community. The colonel promises that AirFest 2010 will offer a lot to visitors. “We will have more than 100 aircraft and other displays available for public viewing, including military Warbirds [privately-owned vintage military aircraft], and displays from the Navy, Marines, and Army,” he said. “Most importantly, we will be showcasing the Airmen, facilities and mission of Lackland.” Reminder! Talking on a cell phone while driving on base is prohibited. FEBRUARY 19, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 5 RE-ENLISTMENT from P3 TACP students as an Air Force civilian. Option two was to stay in uniform for four more years and per- Lackland Conservation Corner for four more years.” form the same job. SAVE WATER! After General Przybyslawski administered the “They let me decide what to do,” he explained. “I oath to Sergeant Del Toro, the sergeant thanked all could have gotten out and made more money, but it Aerate your lawn at least once a the friends, fellow Airmen, family members and the wasn’t about the money.” year so water can reach the Air Force for supporting him in his quest to get He said he hoped to serve for the next four years roots rather than run off the healthier and re-enlist. without medical incident. surface. “I did it for the guys who’ll be following me,” he “I don’t know yet how my body will react in the said, explaining that he’ll be teaching TACP con- field environment,” he said. trollers how to do their jobs and survive on the bat- He’s also scheduled to compete in the Military tlefield. “I fought hard. I didn’t always say what I Games in May, but he’s putting a lot of stress on said during that fight correctly. But I appreciate that himself working out without injuring himself. I get the chance to stay in the Air Force for four The sergeant said he knows he’s a groundbreak- more years. I’m not in limbo anymore.” er, “a prototype,” being able to re-enlist with 100 Sergeant Del Toro said that previously he had percent disability status. received the results of a medical board which “But I’m here and I’m doing it,” he said. “And, if offered him two options. Option one was to retire one guy here gets hurt badly doing what I’ve done, with a 100 percent disability and teach and recruit the Air Force will stand behind him.”

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PAGE 6 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010 Lackland congratulates ALS graduates Congratulations to the following Senior Airman Patrick Kallina 59th Pharmacy Squadron Senior Airman Ryan Rowe Airmen who graduated from Airman Senior Airman Jesten Rodriguez Leadership School Feb. 9: 543rd Support Squadron 802nd Medical Operations Senior Airman Joshua Storlie 59th Surgical Inpatient Squadron Squadron 318th Training Squadron Senior Airman Chanute Lockhart Senior Airman Jennifer Gagnon Senior Airman Gabriel Mier 559th Aerospace Medicine Squadron 59th Surgical Operations Squadron 93rd Intelligence Squadron 320th Training Squadron Senior Airman Shayna Jayde Alisasis Senior Airman Casey Madrid Senior Airman Joshua Bradfield Senior Airman Emmanuel Peterson Senior Airman Daniel Rodriguez Senior Airman Sara Moore Senior Airman Exor Elano Senior Airman Lucia Serna Senior Airman Heidi Feiner 324th Training Squadron 59th Surgical Specialties Squadron Senior Airman April Gray Senior Airman John Gerbick 59th Emergency Medical Squadron Senior Airman Zavier Grier Senior Airman Juan Zamora Senior Airman Aaron Jones Senior Airman Chastity Connor 668th Alteration/Installation Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance 342nd Training Squadron 59th Laboratory Squadron Squadron and Reconnaissance Senior Airman Brandi Aiken Senior Airman Anh Phoa Nguyen Senior Airman Roxanne Blanco Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Stokes Senior Airman Jonathan Fischbach Senior Airman Seth Groover Senior Airman Steven Lapensee 59th Medical Logistics Senior Airman Kentrell Stafford Senior Airman Kyle Nason and Readiness Squadron USAF School of Aerospace Medicine Senior Airman Richard White Senior Airman Jeffrey Wallace 802nd Communications Squadron Senior Airman Bayardo Sobalvarro Senior Airman John Weeks 343rd Training Squadron 59th Medical Inpatient Squadron Award winners Senior Airman Jesse Reyes Senior Airman Charles Donnell 802nd Logistics Readiness John L. Levitow Senior Airman Luis Valentin Squadron Senior Airman Kyle Nason 59th Medical Operations Squadron Senior Airman Anthony Nestasie Academic Achievement 37th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Senior Airman Timothy Bagwell Senior Airman James Rannalli Senior Airman Joshua Bradfield Senior Airman Samantha Royal Senior Airman Anthony Clark Senior Airman Marc Warner Leadership Award Senior Airman Erin Hyder Senior Airman Aaron Jones 37th Comptroller Squadron Senior Airman Leigh Jones 802nd Security Forces Squadron Distinguished Graduate Senior Airman Gary Phillips Senior Airman Maria Ortiz Senior Airman Anthony Camacho Senior Airman Anh Phoa Nguyen Senior Airman Robert Davila Senior Airman Brandi Aiken 453rd Electronic Warfare Squadron 59th Medical Support Squadron Staff Sgt. Lauren Frey Senior Airman Joshua Bradfield Senior Airman Philip Greer Senior Airman Saralena Ramos Senior Airman Don Reyes Senior Airman Zavier Grier 433rd AW AF lauds ISR Agency’s worldwide support By Wayne Amann other worldwide combatant com- June 1, 2007, to May 31, 2009); the announces first AF ISR Agency Public Affairs mands. The results significantly affect- National Air and Space Intelligence ed the success of numerous combat Center, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, quarter awards The silent warriors of the Air Force and special forces operations. (the AFOEA from Nov. 1, 2007, to Dec. Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconn- “Each year, agency units are recog- 31, 2008). Congratulations to the following aissance Agency have been recognized nized and awarded for their outstand- Authorized by the secretary of the 433rd Airlift Wing members who with the Air Force Organizational ing accomplishments with various Air Force Aug. 26, 1969, the AFOEA were recently recognized with Excellence Award for their exception- awards,” said Maj. Gen. Bradley honors achievements and accomplish- quarterly awards: ally meritorious service from June 1, Heithold, Air Force ISR Agency com- ments of Air Force internal entities 2007, to May 31, 2009, in support of mander. “On behalf of the entire within larger organizations, and such Airman of the Quarter operations Enduring Freedom and agency, I congratulate the men and units are unique, unnumbered activi- Senior Airman Jamie Davenport Iraqi Freedom. women of these units for their out- ties performing functions normally 26th Aerial Port Squadron The citation lauds the agency for standing contributions to their organi- done by wings, groups and squadrons. effectively organizing, training, equip- zation and the agency. I’m proud to Meanwhile, the AFOUA is earned by Noncommissioned Officer ping and maintaining combat-ready serve with ISR professionals of your numbered units such as wings, groups of the Quarter ISR forces. caliber.” and squadrons that distinguished Tech. Sgt. Maria Allen Specifically, the Air Force’s premier Other agency units earning recogni- themselves during peacetime or 433rd Maintenance Squadron multi-disciplined, warfighting intelli- tion for their mission accomplishments against hostile forces. It places the gence organization was cited for the include the 70th ISR Wing, Fort unit’s performance significantly above Senior NCO of the Quarter integration of national and tactical Meade, Md., (the Air Force Outstand- other units with a similar structure Master Sgt. Richard Bennett intelligence, surveillance and recon- ing Unit Award from June 1, 2008, to and mission responsibility. The valor 433rd Aeromedical naissance capabilities into combined June 1, 2009); the 480th ISR Wing, device is awarded for combat or com- Evacuation Squadron or joint forces air components and Langley AFB, Va., (the AFOUA from bat support service. AirFEBRUARY Force 19, 2010 medical leadersTALESPINNER salute veteransPAGE 7

By Linda Frost to go out and meet the people who paved the Public Affairs way for the rest of us and honor the sacri- fices they made,” said Colonel Gavin. Senior leaders from Wilford Hall Medical The VA salute opened with the posting of Center paid tribute to men and woman who colors by Junior Reserve Officer Training have served before them Feb. 12 at the Corps students from Memorial High School Audie L. Murphy Veterans Hospital as part of followed by a welcome from Toby Matthews, a week-long national salute to veterans. assistant director, South Texas Veterans The annual National Salute to Health Care System. Guests were then Hospitalized Veterans Program was estab- assigned a patient unit to visit, accompanied lished as an official Veterans Administration by an escort. program in 1978 to recognize the sacrifices “It was wonderful to be able to express American veterans have made for their our appreciation to veterans who, through country and to increase community aware- their service, have ensured the freedoms ness of the medical center’s programs. that I think many people take for granted in Each year, the VA invites military and this country,” said Colonel Seay. “This is community leaders to visit with veterans, something that is not done enough. We were deliver Valentine cards, and see firsthand the all very proud to have the opportunity to do care they are receiving. this.” Three squadron commanders from the The group toured the hospital and spoke 59th Medical Wing visited the veterans: Col. to veterans who served from World War II to Photo by Senior Airman Nicole Roberts Thomas Seay, 59th Radiology Squadron; Lt. current conflicts. Lt. Col. Judy Gavin, commander, 59th Training Squadron (left), and Col. Thomas Payne, 59th Medical Inpatient “It’s important to let them know that they Col. Thomas Seay, commander, 59th Radiology Squadron, look over a Squadron; and Lt. Col. Judy Gavin, 59th have our respect, to hear some of their sto- Valentine’s Day card with Alvin Collins, retired Marine Corps Vietnam Training Squadron. ries and, in turn, share some of the things veteran. The commanders visited with several veterans at Audie L. “It was rewarding to have the opportunity we do today in our jobs,” said Colonel Payne. Murphy Veterans Hospital Feb. 12. PAGE 8 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010 First sergeant seminar provides leadership tools By Mike Joseph went grocery shopping and filled up my Staff Writer cart.” Master Sgt. Darrell Hankins, Robert During the Additional Duty First D. Gaylor NCO Academy superintend- Sergeant Seminar last week, NCOs and ent of leadership and management and senior NCOs learned that the role of a professional military education instruc- first sergeant is to serve as both a tor, agreed that taking care of Airmen leader to enlisted Airmen and an advi- is a primary function of both roles. sor to his unit’s commander. “I’m there to take care of people Held at the Inter-American Air first because I came to this job to do Forces Academy auditorium Feb. 8 -12, that,” Sergeant Hankins said, who the event gave Airmen a better under- spent 17 years in the Air Force band standing of the responsibilities of a first before becoming an instructor. sergeant and an additional duty first “Additional duty is just another way sergeant. The seminar also provided I can impact the Air Force by telling leadership tools in the absence of a people not only my story but learning first sergeant to continue with the their story,” he said. unit’s health, morale and welfare. Sergeant Hankins said he could also “We definitely learned that (first ser- make a difference by helping Airmen geants and additional duty first ser- who need “a little guidance, a little geants) are here solely to take care of redirection; and once they get it, being the Air Force’s biggest asset – the peo- there to help them through the ple,” said Tech. Sgt. Christina Perrien, process.” Photo by Robbin Cresswell 345th Training Squadron flight chief The seminar was sponsored by the Chief Master Sgt. Juan Lewis, 502nd Air Base Wing command chief, talks to Airmen for materials management, logistics First Sergeant Academy at Maxwell Air attending the Additional Duty First Sergeant Seminar. The week-long seminar, held Feb. and plans. “They gave us a lot of 8 - 12, provided NCOs and Senior NCOs serving as additional duty or backup first (good) information. To me, it’s like I See TOOLS P11 sergeants the training they need to fulfill key leadership roles when the need arises. FEBRUARY 19, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 11 TOOLS from P8 A 21-STORY SALUTE Force Base, Ala., which falls under the Thomas Barnes Center for Enlisted Education. They are accredited by the Community College of the Air Force, and Airmen receive two hours credit upon com- pletion. The Lackland seminar, attended by 148 NCOs and senior NCOs, including Airmen from other bases, is one of 14 scheduled this year by the First Sergeant Academy around the United States, and Europe. Chief Master Sgt. Bryan Rainey, FSA commandant, said approximately 1,400 Airmen will attend the seminars this year. Sergeant Hankins knows his role will expand as a volunteer additional duty first sergeant. Along with the staff, more than 1,400 Airmen attend NCO Academy classes yearly. “My role is to be that (person who) cares for students when they have those same issues that anybody on my staff would have,” he said. Sergeant Perrien said she wanted to be an additional duty first sergeant for the same reason she became an instructor – to make a difference. “I wanted to be able to tell my story,” she said, explaining she was seeking an additional avenue to help Airmen. “(The first sergeant) is a leader who represents the unit com- mander to outside agencies, who partners with the organizational chief master sergeant,” Chief Rainey said. “(They are) there to help, guide and mentor a unit’s enlisted personnel and care for the Photo by Robbin Cresswell families of all members assigned to the organization. (Those are) Local author Barbara Bir (right) presents Dr. Granville Coggs a copy of her book, "A 21-Story only a few key roles.” Salute," at the Air Force Village Feb. 9. The book tells the story of World War II veterans, including For more information about becoming an additional duty or 15 residents of the Air Force Village and Dr. Coggs, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen. full-time first sergeant, contact your unit’s first sergeant. PAGE 12 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010 Tax center, unit tax advisors offer filing assistance By Capt. Jed Wangsgard center. Active duty members are strongly encouraged Lackland unit tax representatives for tax year 2009 802nd Mission Support Group Judge Advocate Office to seek assistance from their UTA before coming to the tax center. 802nd Operations Support Squadron Tax season has begun and the Lackland Tax Center Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve members can also Tech. Sgt. Beth Adams, 925-4100 is open and providing free tax preparation of federal prepare and file their own taxes online through income tax returns for Active Duty, Reserve, National www.MilitaryOneSource.com, is a free service. 802nd Force Support Squadron Guard, retired military and their dependents. Master Sgt. Monique Slater, 671-3110 Additionally, many units and organizations have at Tax tips least one unit tax advisor ready to prepare tax returns 344th Training Squadron for the members in their own unit. • Normally, specific deductions are only available to Master Sgt. Jean-Luc Tetrault, 671-2619 This year, the tax center is located in Bldg. 9020 on taxpayers who itemize. This year, the IRS is making the northwest corner of Truemper Street and two deductions available to taxpayers who claim the 37th Training Support Squadron Carswell Avenue, Room 109, Classroom B. standard deduction. The first is a deduction for real John Banik, 671-0908 Parking is north of Bldg. 9020 off Carswell Avenue. estate or property taxes paid on the principle residen- The entrance to the tax center is on the south side of tial home. The second is a deduction for state and 453rd Electronic Warfare Squadron the building. local sales tax paid on brand new motor vehicles pur- Senior Airman Jeremy Keser, 977-4278 The tax center is open Monday through Thursday, chased after Feb. 16, 2009. Staff Sgt. Terry Ehrlich, 977-2266 8 a.m. to noon and 1-3 p.m., and closed on Fridays. • Taxpayers claiming the first-time homebuyer credit Master Sgt. Paul O’Haver, 977-5374 Appointments are required for everyone except basic for $8,000 cannot e-file their return. The new law Capt. Nicholas Amato, 977-4242 trainees and technical school students who may be requires taxpayers to attach a properly executed copy seen on a walk-in basis. During the final weeks before of the settlement statement to the return, usually the 59th Mental Health Squadron the April 15 deadline, the tax center will be open for Form HUD-1 Settlement Statement. Staff Sgt. Jeremy Goldston, 292-7427 walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis. • Taxpayers who itemize deductions for 2009 can All UTAs have completed a comprehensive training claim donations to charities providing earthquake 59th Dental Group course and IRS examinations to become certified tax relief to Haiti. Donations must be cash donations Tech. Sgt. Maripi Whitman, 292-7227 advisors. made between Jan. 12 and Feb. 28, 2010. The dona- Tech. Sgt. Carletta James-Rice, 292-9612 UTAs use the same resources, reference materials tion may be deducted on either 2009 or 2010 returns, and forms for processing returns as those at the tax but not both. See ASSISTANCE P16 PAGE 14 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010

SHIELDBy Mike Joseph develops Airmen of character Staff Writer

Aligning with the vision of the 37th Training Wing commander, a pro- gram emphasizing character develop- ment has had a significant impact on the Airmen of the 343rd Training Squadron. The program puts into practice the vision Col. William H. Mott V, 37th TRW commander, has for the wing – shape the Air Force with warrior Airmen of character. Incorporating the program, which began last September, was no small task. The 343rd TRS trains an aver- age of 1,800 security forces students every day; the apprentice flight is home to the largest technical training flight in the Air Force. The after-duty time spent empha- sizing character through the SHIELD (Service, Honor, Integrity, Excellence and Leadership Development) pro- gram has been a positive influence on those Airmen. “Our job is to give these Airmen the tools to be successful Airmen and to give the Air Force a quality Airman who can be the best defender and the best Airman they can be,” said Lt. Col. Oliver Towns, 343rd TRS com- mander. “We’re giving them a great defender and a good Airman, we thought we could do a little more and Photos by Robbin Cresswell Airman Kyle Dolloff, 343rd Training Squadron, works on a Habitat for Humanity house Feb. 6. The volunteer project is part of the 343rd TRS focus on character. SHIELD (Service, Honor, Integrity, Excellence and Leadership Development) program. “With Colonel Mott’s focus on war- rior Airmen of character,” he said, “I asked my military training leaders to reminder of the Security Forces basic financial management. come through) had an incident rate of build a program for the first four or badge they will wear every day – The Sexual Assault Prevention and 1 out of 15 during their training five weeks (of training) to focus on classes are held in addition to normal Outreach office also talks to the stu- here,” Colonel Towns said. “Since character, life skills and the things training. dents and representatives of Wilford we’ve implemented our program, the needed to make them successful in They include two-hour interactive Hall Medical Hall make a presenta- numbers are now 1 out of 83 (after) the Air Force.” sessions with military training lead- tion about alcohol and drugs. All are putting through 1,500 Airmen. Colonel Mott said the program fur- ers their first four Fridays at targeted toward an Airman’s develop- “It’s not an anomaly,” he contin- ther supports the Air Force core val- Lackland and four hours of communi- ment. ued. “We’ve been running this long ues and the need for an Airmen’s ty service on the following Saturday. “We’re building and emphasizing enough to get a good sample stock. commitment to character develop- Students at the Security Forces the qualities and characteristics we That’s a 551 percent reduction in ment. Academy spend 13.5 weeks in train- believe to be successful in the Air incidents.” “This program goes beyond simple ing at Lackland. Force,” said Colonel Towns. Colonel Towns says this is an skill development and focuses on the The classes are not formal lec- The extra hours investment has opportunity to provide young Airmen values and ideals that prepare our tures; instead, they allow for dialog made a difference; there has been a with a tool to help protect themselves Airmen for success,” said Colonel and exchange between the students dramatic drop in incident rates – from some of the common pitfalls Mott. “It reinforces the ideals that and MTLs. The sessions center on ranging from minor discipline issues they will encounter. make our Air Force and nation great. elements of the SHIELD acronym to court cases – since SHIELD began. “Regardless of how good a tactical I’m excited about it.” along with other topics, such as “Before the implementation of security forces Airman we put out in SHIELD – the name is also a pride, respect and courtesy, even SHIELD, the prior 1,600 (Airmen to the field is, if they don’t have the FEBRUARY 19, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 15

(Left to right) Airmen Greg Graham, Brett Huette and Branden Hartlove, all with the 343rd Training Squadron, take measurements while framing a Habitat for Humanity house Feb. 6. The Airmen are part of the 343rd TRS SHIELD program, which emphasizes character building.

character and integrity in life skills and learn those Salvation Army,” said Colonel Towns. “You name it, vision and “I really applaud it.” fundamentals, we’re going to lose them or they’re we’ve done it, from removing graffiti to working “I’m anxious to see the officers, NCOs and going to be an extra burden on their supervisors,” with food shelters. Airmen take the idea to the next level,” said the he said. “We’re trying to do our part so (the Airmen) wing commander. “I think the program has merit.” The concluding class addresses the importance understand the value of service. Hopefully it catch- As improvement avenues are reviewed, it’s been of service and giving back to the community. es on and it becomes a part of their lives.” the MTLs who have helped make SHIELD a valu- SHIELD students have participated in 6,000 Even with the program’s success in its first six able and useful instrument to benefit the Airmen. hours – and counting – of community service. months, improvements are being considered to “Our military training leaders have done great Habitat for Humanity and the Salvation Army take advantage of resources available to aid an work with this,” said Colonel Towns. “It’s extra are two beneficiaries of the service hours with Airman’s development. time that I’ve asked them to put in and they’re their ability to handle the large volunteer numbers. The 343rd TRS is also exploring making SHIELD doing great things. The Airmen love the interaction Other charitable organizations, along with the San a more formal product. They hope to partner with and feedback. Antonio Police Department, have also benefited. the Air Force Academy, which already has a formal “We’re giving them the tools to succeed in life, to “Every weekend there are 100-plus Airmen from character development curriculum in place. represent this badge with pride and honor, and to the 343rd working at Habit for Humanity or the Colonel Mott said SHIELD builds on the wing represent our heritage and our future.” PAGE 16 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010

ASSISTANCE from P12 59th Medical Support Squadron Staff Sgt. Brandy Coats, 292-0278 Staff Sgt. Richard Salas, 292-7271 Senior Airman Douglas Rozelle, Staff Sgt. Crystal Watson, 292-4197 671-6295 Tech. Sgt. Juan Ochoa, 292-7400 59th Dental Training Squadron Tech. Sgt. Leonard Buchanan, 59th Medical Diagnostics and 292-4033 Therapeutic Squadron Staff Sgt. Ary German, 292-7449 59th Emergency Medical Squadron Senior Airman Megan Wharton, 59th Medical Wing 292-7331 Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Ross, 292-3765 Capt. Marissa Scearce, 292-7331 Capt. Sheri Hiser Tech. Sgt. Michael Valentin, 59th Laboratory Squadron 292-3984 Staff Sgt. Michelle Bernard, 292-7414 Tech. Sgt. Tina Ditto, 292-2115 Staff Sgt. Anastasia Avelar, 292-5511 Maj. Daron Olmsted, 292-7325 Master Sgt. Abecil Fernandez, 292-7260 59th Medical Logistics and Readiness Squadron 59th Maternal/Child Care Squadron 1st Lt. Blake Smith, 292-7442 Staff Sgt. Natasha Washington-Brown, 292-6281 Defense Media Activity – San Antonio Master Sgt. William Doll, 925-3440 59th Medical Inpatient Squadron Senior Airman Bridgett Wright, National Air and Space 292-7410 Intelligence Center Staff Sgt. Rebekah Bradfield, 59th Medical Operations Squadron 977-2446 Airman 1st Class Desean Burnette, Airman 1st Class Alaura Holt, 292-4947 977-6813 FEBRUARY 19, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 17

Lackland Tax Center Bldg. 9020, Room 109, Classroom B Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–noon & 1–3 p.m. Closed Fridays Appointments necessary for everyone except basic trainees and technical school students, which are seen on a walk-in basis. To make an appointment call 671-1001. PAGE 18 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010 MILITARY JUSTICE SPOTLIGHT The 802nd Mission hol), and received a reduc- official statement), and tion of duty), and received two months, restricted to Support Group Office of the tion to airman, forfeiture of received a reduction to air- forfeiture of $669 in pay per base for 10 days, 10 days Staff Judge Advocate admin- $811 per month for two man (reduction to airman month for two months, extra duty and a reprimand. istered these judgments from months (one month suspend- basic suspended), forfeiture restricted to base for 20 Feb. 4-10: ed), 20 days extra duty and a of $723 in pay per month for days, 20 days extra duty and Mandatory Uniform Code reprimand. one month (suspended), a reprimand. of Military Justice briefings • An airman first class • An airman first class restricted to base for 14 days • An airman basic from for second-term re-enlistees from the 802nd Security from the 59th Dental and a reprimand. the 319th TRS violated are conducted on a walk-in Forces Squadron violated Training Squadron violated • An airman basic from Article 92 (dereliction of basis in the 802nd ABW Article 134 (reported to work Article 86 (absent without the 319th Training Squadron duty), and received forfeiture courtroom. For more infor- under the influence of alco- leave) and Article 107 (false violated Article 92 (derelic- of $669 in pay per month for mation, call 671-2007. FEBRUARY 19, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 19

African American Heritage Month Schedule of Events

Feb. 20 3 on 3 basketball tournament Fashion Show, Bob Hope Theater, 6 p.m. Feb. 27 Scholarship Banquet, Gateway Club, 6 – 9 p.m. PAGE 20 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010

WearingJOGGING portable headphones, RULES earphones,OF THE orROAD: other listening devices while operating a motor vehicle, running, jogging, walking, bicycling, or skating on Lackland roadways and side- walks is PROHIBITED. FEBRUARY 19, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 21 COMMUNITY Local BRIEFS ARTS GROUP SETS MEETING 9952 for more information. Tickets are $20 for club members 10: An African American Family, more about hypertension. The Lackland Performing Arts and $22 for non-members. Linden, Texas, 1930-1970,” at the For more information or to register, Group will hold a general membership LAPA MEMBERSHIP MEETING Contact any committee member or Lackland library Thursday, 6-7 p.m. call the Nephrology Clinic at 292- meeting Wednesday in the Arnold Hall The Lackland Administrative the following for tickets: Chief Master The discussion will include reflec- 6868. Community Center. Professionals Association’s general Sgt. Cliff Massey, (228) 313-3663; tions on growing up in the small East Starting time for the meeting is 6 membership meeting is Tuesday, Chief Master Sgt. Brenda Massey, Texas farming community of Pleasant SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE p.m., and membership in the group is 11:30 a.m., at the Gateway Club. 671-7288; Teresa Hall, 925-0283; or Hill during the mid-20th Century. The Lackland Officers’ Spouses free and open to persons interested in Roel Gonzales, a financial advisor Tech. Sgt. Ja’Kedrick Person, 925- For more information, call Karen at Club scholarship applications for fall volunteer theater arts opportunities. and wealth management vice presi- 9550. 671-3610. 2010 are available at the Gateway For more information, call 671- dent for Chase Investment Services, is Club cashier’s cage, the Lackland 2619. the guest speaker. SAT TEST SCHEDULED BOOKKEEPER NEEDED Thrift Shop, the Lackland Education For reservations, call Belle Eligible active-duty, Reserve or The Lackland Thrift Shop is seek- Office, the Airman and Family FASHION SHOW SATURDAY Quesnell at 977-3705 or Janice Guard can take the Scholastic ing a part-time experienced book- Readiness Center or the LOSC Web The Lackland African American Troster at 671-1655. Aptitude Test Saturday, 7:30 a.m., in keeper for 20 to 25 hours a month. site at www.lacklandosc.org. Heritage Committee’s fashion show, Bldg. 5725, Room 153. Knowledge of Quickbooks, High school students graduating “Motown in Review,” is Saturday, 6 AAHC SCHOLARSHIP BANQUET Personnel are authorized for only accounting principles and base from San Antonio schools or spouses p.m. at the Bob Hope Performing Arts The African American Heritage one Department of Defense-funded access are required. of military officers and enlisted per- Theater. Committee annual scholarship ban- administration of the SAT for a service Contact 372-0657 for more infor- sonnel permanently assigned to Advance tickets are $10 and tick- quet is Feb. 27, 6 p.m., at the or education requirement. mation. Lackland from any branch are eligi- ets at the door $12. Gateway Club. To reserve a seat, call the ble. Event proceeds go to the AAHC Chief Master Sgt. Juan Lewis, Education Services office at 671- HYPERTENSION EDUCATION CLASS The submission deadline is March scholarship foundation. 502nd Air Base Wing command chief, 2895. A hypertension education class is 1, 2010. For more information, refer to Call 671-9952 or 671-8145 for is the guest speaker for the event. March 1, 12:30-3:30 p.m., at Wilford the LOSC Web site or call Darla advance ticket purchase. Scholarships will be presented to AUTHOR TO PRESENT PROGRAM Hall Medical Center. Gerner, scholarship chairman, at 888- Contact Tracy Parmer at 292-8145 Department of Defense graduating Author Evelyn Richardson will dis- The class is open to any patient or 5063 or e-mail or Staff Sgt. Jennifer Brown at 671- seniors from the San Antonio area. cuss her book, “And Then There Were family member interested in learning [email protected].

CHAPEL SERVICES Thursday: 5:45 p.m. KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES Orthodox Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Saturday: Bible Study, 6 p.m. Religious Education, 4:30 Airmen Memorial Chapel p.m. Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Christian Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m. Sunday: Airman's Attic 671-1780 Catholic Religious Education, Medina Chapel Monday-Friday: Wicca Base Post Office 671-1058 10:45 a.m. Contemporary Service, 9 1st Wednesday: Bowling Center 671-2271 Freedom Chapel a.m. Mass, 11:30 a.m. Freedom Chapel DEERS 800-538-9552 Protestant Room 8, Wilford Hall Chapel Family Child Care 671-3376 Monday-Friday: Sunday: San Antonio Military Traditional Service, 1:30 p.m. Legal Office 671-3362 Wilford Hall Chapel Airmen Memorial Chapel Open Circle, Mass, 11 a.m Liturgical Service, 8 a.m. 6:15 p.m. Library 671-3610 Islamic Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 Saturday: Hope Chapel Friday: MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Freedom Chapel Spanish Contemporary, Defense Language For more information, Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 12:45 p.m. Institute Confessions, 4:45 p.m. contact the chapel staff: TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 Mass, 5:30 p.m. Contemporary, 10:45 a.m. Student Center Faith Study, 1:30 p.m. Thrift Shop 671-3600 Sunday: Freedom Chapel Jummah Prayer, 1:30-2:30 Freedom Chapel Contemporary Service, p.m. Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club www.lacklandesc.org Religious Education, 9 9:30 a.m. Sunday: Lackland Force Support Squadron www.lacklandfss.com a.m. Gospel Service, 12:30 Religious Education, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Lackland ISD www.lacklandisd.net Mass, 11 a.m. p.m. Lackland Officer Spouses’ Club www.lacklandosc.org Children’s Church Freedom Chapel • 671-4208 Hope Chapel provided Jewish Gateway Chapel • 671-2911 Lackland public Web site www.lackland.af.mil Hispanic Mass, 9:15 a.m. Religious Education, 11 Friday: Hope Chapel • 671-2941 My Air Force Life www.MyAirForceLife.com Wilford Hall Chapel a.m. Airmen Memorial Chapel WHMC Chapel • 292-7373 Year of the Air Force Family www.af.mil/yoaff Mass, 3 p.m. Wednesday and Sabbath Eve Service, PAGE 22 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010 What’s Happening O O Family Support Events FEB. 19 For more information, call 671- The class will focus on basic counselors will lead a discussion on TEACHING SEMINAR 4208. financial management, budgeting coping with deployment. A Troops to Teachers coordinator MONTHLY MEETINGS and spending. Call 671-3722 for reservations. will present a seminar today, 1-4 PRAISE DANCE CLASS ENLISTED SPOUSES CLUB Discussions will center on budg- p.m., at the Airmen and Family Praise dance class meets The Lackland Enlisted Spouses Club meets every third Tuesday of the month, et, basic banking, saving, investing, 6:30 p.m. For location or more information, visit www.lacklandesc.org. MARCH 5 Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. Monday, 6 p.m., at Arnold Hall and controlling debt. FOUR TO GO CLASS The topic is “Teaching as a Community Center. For details on the For reservations, call 671-3722. A Four to Go class is March 5, OFFICERS’ SPOUSES CLUB free classes, call 671-2619. Second Career” and is open to anyone The Lackland Officers’ Spouses Club meets every third Thursday of the month, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Airman interested in becoming a teacher. 11 a.m., at the Gateway Club. For more information, visit www.lacklandosc.org. MARCH 2 and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. To register, call Terryca Fuller FEB. 23 EMPLOYMENT SEMINAR 1249. 671-3722. PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL MILITARY COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN A How to Apply for Local The class provides information Protestant Women of the Chapel The Military Council of Catholic Women meet the first Friday of the month, 10 Employment on Lackland seminar by for those military members planning FEB. 22 meets for Bible study Tuesday, 10 a.m., at the Freedom Chapel. For more information, call 671-4208. the Airman and Family Readiness to retire or in their last re-enlistment RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR a.m., at Freedom Chapel with chil- Center is Thursday, 6-8 p.m., at the before retirement. A return and reunion seminar is dren ministry during the meeting. Lackland library. Call 671-3722 for more informa- Monday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the For more information, call 671- p.m., at Freedom Chapel with no chil- The class will teach participants tion. Airman and Family Readiness Center, 4208. FEB. 25 dren ministry available during the tools to enhance the job-hunting Bldg. 1249. SWING DANCE LESSONS meeting. process and information for employ- For more information, call 671- MARCH 8 The seminar is an informal forum Free swing dance lessons are ment, the Army and Air Exchange, HEALTH CARE CAREER SEMINAR FEB. 24 4208. about the stress families and individ- COMMUNICATION SKILLS CLASS Thursday, 6-7 p.m., at Arnold Hall and non-appropriated funds posi- An outreach specialist for uals experience during separation. A basic communication skills Community Center. tions. Military to Medicine will present a Call 671-3722 for more informa- class by military family life consult- For more information, call 671- FEB. 26 For information, call 671-3610. seminar on creating a portable health tion. ants is Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. to 2619. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLASS career March 8, 1-2:30 p.m., at the The Airman and Family 12:30 p.m., at the Airman and Family MARCH 4 Airman and Family Readiness Center, MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL Readiness Center will hold a basic HEARTS APART MEETING Bldg. 1249. Military to Medicine is a Mothers of Preschoolers, or Attendees are free to bring their Protestant Women of the Chapel financial management class Feb. 26, A Hearts Apart meeting for non-profit organization that com- MOPS, meets for Bible study and fel- lunch to the seminar. meets for Bible study Thursday, 6 10:30 a.m. to noon, Bldg. 1249. deployed family members is March 4, bines healthcare training and career lowship Monday, 9:30 a.m., at the For reservations, call 671-3722. 6-8 p.m., at the Airman and Family opportunities for military families. Freedom Chapel’s Fellowship Hall. For more information, a consultant Readiness Center, Bldg, 1249. Call 671-3722 for reservations; Child care for preschool-aged can be contacted at 632-8145 or Master Sgt. Jason Hohenstreiter, for more information, visit www. children will be provided. 632-3231. WWW.LACKLANDFSS.COM AFRC NCO, and military family life MilitarytoMedicine.org. FEBRUARY 19, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 23 SPORTS SCOREBOARD BASKETBALL American W L Camp drives kids’ first step 1. 433rd AW 8 0 Story and photos The first African American 2. NIOC 7 1 By Patrick Desmond 3. 559th Med Gp 7 2 Heritage Committee free 4. 737th TRG 5 3 Sports Editor basketball clinic, held Feb. 5. Med LRS 5 4 12 at the youth center, 6. 59th EMS 4 4 7. 67th NWW 4 5 During one of the free bas- offered skill development for 8. 668th ALIS 4 5 ketball clinics organized by 5 to 17-year-olds. 8. 717th MI Bn 2 6 the African American 10. 345th TRS 2 7 11. FSS 2 7 Heritage Committee and the 12. 543rd Spt Sq 2 7 youth center Feb. 12, a pair of particularly sharp-dressed Feb. 10- 668th ALIS 45, 345th TRS 14 participants stood out from 559th Med Gp 47, 59th MLRS 39 the rest. 543rd Spt Sq 47, 737th TRG 43 One player donned a pur- Feb. 8- ple-and-gold jersey embroided 433rd AW 58, 67th NWW 54 with Kobe Bryant’s No. 24 559th Med Gp 49, 668th ALIS 43 while the other was sporting 59th EMS 61, FSS 40 Tony Parker’s No. 9 in black and silver. National W L “They’re big basketball 1. 343rd TRS 7 1 fans,” Rochelle Easter said, 2. CES 7 1 3. 93rd IS 7 1 after watching her sons run 4. Sec Forces 6 2 drills from her bleacher van- 5. CPSG 5 2 tage point. “They have a little 6. 344th TRS7 3 were in the 5- to 10-year-old got their turn. er?” he interjected throughout rivalry going on between the 7. Dental Gp 4 4 group, the first of the “They love basketball,” the camp’s 90 minutes, to 8. 59th D & T 3 6 Spurs and the Lakers.” evening’s two 90-minute clin- Rochelle said. “It was a really which the children’s response 9. AFISR 2 7 Chris and Shaun Easter 10. AFMOA 2 7 ics. Later, 10- to 17-year-olds great idea for them to come was, “I am, coach!” 11. AFOSI 1 8 out and be around a lot of After an introduction to the Feb. 11- other little kids that are inter- program, the children were 344th TRS 49, AFOSI 22 ested in basketball.” set into groups led by volun- AFMOA 40, AFISR 35 More than 100 campers teer coaches to begin drib- Feb. 9- attended the first session. bling, passing and shooting CES 43, Dental 27 The clinic’s main coach, drills. 344th TRS 38, AFMOA 28 Ivan Keene, commanded the “The clinic was geared 93rd IS 68, 59th D & T 58 attention of eyes and ears. toward those who wanted to Division III W L Wearing a referee uniform develop their skills,” Keene 1. 59th ORS 8 0 and whistle, he paced said. “I know 90 minutes is 2. 802nd COMM 4 3 between the four divided not a lot of time. We had to set 3. 668th IOW 4 3 4. 149th FW 3 4 groups of children passing out it up as best we could and get 5. 802nd LRS 2 5 push-ups and delivering as much out of it as we 6. 70th ISR 1 6 instructions in a drill-ser- could.” geant-like manner. VOLLEYBALL Ivan Keene pumps up the basketball campers before working fundamentals. “Who’s the hardest work- See BASKETBALL P24 Coed W L 1. Mental Health Sq 2 0 BRIEFS 2. NIOC 2 0 3. 737th TRG 2 0 DEPLOYED SPOUSE FITNESS THREE-ON-THREE BASKETBALL ADVENTURE RACE CHESS TOURNAMENT 4. EMS 1 1 Spouses of deployed Airmen can The African American Heritage Laughlin Air Force Base is hosting The Skylark Community Center is 5. Radiology Sq 1 1 6. CPSG 1 1 receive free, twice weekly personal fit- Committee is holding a three-on-three a triathlon-style team race, featuring hosting a chess tournament, Feb. 28. 7. 345th TRS 1 1 ness instruction from trainers at any fundraising basketball tournament hiking, biking and rafting, April 10. Ranked players advance to the All- 8. Sec Forces 1 1 9. 70th ISR 0 2 fitness center. Saturday at the Chaparral Fitness Early team registration is $70 due Air Force event. 10. FSS 0 2 In addition, spouses can partici- Center. Feb. 28 and $100 leading up to race- The tournament is open to all 11. Contracting Sq 0 3 pate in conditioning classes at the For more information, contact day. ages. Feb. 11- Warhawk on Fridays, 7:15-8:15 a.m. Chief Master Sgt. Brenda Massey, For more details, call Laughlin’s For more information, contact the CPSG 2, Contracting Sq 0 For more details, call 671-3490. 671-7288. outdoor recreation, 830-298-5830. community center at 671-3191. 345th TRS 2, EMS 1 PAGE 24 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 19, 2010 Training Days Stacey junior By Patrick Desmond tops 1,000 Sports Editor

t’s not quite spring yet, but softball and baseball programs are up and career points running, already trying out potential varsity sports athletes. Here’s a Ilook at the teams through the eyes of each coach. - Women’s softball coach Michael Richardson Camp (5 days) Makin’ the cut First action

We’ve been running a We have a really quick We have many return- training camp-like turn around. So, I’m ing stars who placed atmosphere. We start- looking first and fore- third in Military Worlds ed off with speed most for a good team last year. So our expec- throwing and catching player. I also want tations are pretty high. drills, and then worked them to have the abili- (North vs. South on infield and outfield ty to bring the warrior Tournament March 6) positioning. concept to the ball field.

Baseball coach Davin Dukes - Camp (2 days) Makin’ the cut First action

Photo by Antonio Morano We had 32 players We are always looking It’s going to be about doing warmups and for pitchers. One of our how fast we come During the third quarter of the Stacey girls game some preliminary hit- sore spots last year together. I’m opti- against Prairie Lea Feb. 9, the Eagles season scoring ting. I was also looking was also the catching mistic, but you don’t leader, Cordia Harvatin, knocked down a jumper to for arm strength. You position. We need to fill know how new guys put her over 1,000 points for her three-year varsity can tell how comfort- depth at first and third will do until they see career. able a guy is throwing base, too. some real pitching. Coach Amber Greeness said the Stacey junior was the ball on the first (Season starts March hesitant to make the game about her, saying she day. 13) began a little apprehensive but quickly picked up steam. At the start of the game, Harvatin was 27 points (For more on trying out for the teams, call Davin Dukes at 925-2774 and Michael Richardson at 316-3122.) shy of the mark. By halftime, she was in scoring form with 22. BASKETBALL from P23 help these young kids develop.” The shooting guard came out in the third and sank Keene brought experience playing college and three more baskets to give her a total of 28 points for Keene visited each group. He also handed out Air Force basketball to the clinic. the game and 1,001 career points. high-fives. “As far as I can see, the kids are responding to After the shot, Greeness called a timeout and held a “It was fun for them, too,” Rochelle said. it,” Keene said. “And that was my main goal: to brief team meeting. “That’s important. They can learn and have fun have the kids see something different, hear a dif- Co-captain of the Lady Eagles, Zyaire Jones, pre- at the same time.” ferent voice beside their mom’s or dad’s.” sented Harvatin with a medal commemorating the Keene had that in mind. It was important to him that the clinic be at no moment. In 10 years with the committee, he led knowl- cost. With the help of the youth center and volun- The girls had a brief celebration, then came out of edge bowls and luncheons, but he wanted to do teers from the base they were able to do that. the timeout and went on to bury Prairie Lea High something different. “The youth center helping me out is a bless- School by 30 points. Growing up playing pickup games with friends ing,” he said. Harvatin finished with 38 for the game, a career until dark, he wishes he’d had a little instruction With limited time, Keene said he wanted to best. Harvatin credits God, her coach and teammates like the heritage camp. deliver fundamentals, and hopefully, the children for helping her achieve the milestone. “This is my joy,” he said. “My passion is to can build on that in their pickup games. (Stacey High School Athletics)