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Challenge D-1 MVMOLUME 36, NUMBER 7 ARINEARINEWWW.MCBH.USMC.MIL FEBRUARY 17, 2006 1/3 loses Marine, Corpsman Lava Dog assaultman Navy hospital corpsman dies in Afghanistan killed by insurgents Humvee accident during convoy attack

Sgt. Joe Lindsay Sgt. Joe Lindsay Combat Correspondent Combat Correspondent

NANGALAM, Afghanistan — Pfc. NANGALAM, Afghanistan — Petty Matthew Bertolino, 20, assaultman,Weapons Officer 3rd Class John Fralish, 30, a Navy hos- Platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd pital corpsmen assigned to 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, died Feb. 9 at Bagram Marine Regiment from New Kingstown, Pa., Airfield in Afghanistan, shortly after being was killed in action Feb. 6 northwest of Mehtar airlifted from the scene of a Humvee accident Lam in the Laghman Province of eastern Photo courtesy of 1st Sgt. Jerry Fowler southwest of Mehtar Lam in the Qarghayi Afghanistan when his convoy came under District of Laghman Province in eastern BERTOLINO attack by enemy insurgents.

Afghanistan. Fralish, an Iraq veteran and 1994 graduate of Photo courtesy of Chief Petty Officer Claude English Bertolino, a native of Hampstead, N.H., was enemy contact. It was a tragic accident that we Cumberland Valley High School, died at the ejected from the Humvee he was riding in are all reeling from right now.” scene. FRALISH after it hit an embankment and rolled several “Afghanistan is a dangerous place, whether “We were on a patrol in the Gonepal Valley times on one of the many treacherous roads we are engaging the enemy insurgents or sim- when the ACM (Anti-Coalition Militia) into the hills.” that make up this region of eastern ply getting from point A to point B,” com- attacked us,” said 2nd Lt. Austin Fletcher, In addition to the ground battle, coalition Afghanistan, noted Gunnery Sgt. Adam Bala, mented 2nd Lt. Paul Gates, Weapons platoon Alpha Company Platoon commander, 2nd air support was also called in, but enemy casu- Weapons platoon sergeant, Alpha Company, commander, Alpha Company, 1/3. “It is a very Platoon, 1/3. “HM3 (Hospital Corpsman third alties were unable to be confirmed, noted 1/3. unfortunate situation, but we need to regroup class) Fralish was killed in the first burst of Fletcher. “His convoy was returning to Mehtar Lam and refocus to get ready for the next mission. enemy fire. We immediately returned fire, and “HM3 Fralish always put his Marines’ safety from Jalalabad Airfield after a mission,” said the resulting firefight lasted approximately two Bala, a native of San Diego. “There was no See Bertolino, A-5 or three minutes before the ACM scurried back See Fralish, A-6 Hornets buzz onto MCAF for training MCCS One Source presents services Online resources available 24/7

Lance Cpl. Roger L. Nelson Combat Correspondent

Whether deployed or at their home, Marines, Sailors, and their family members are just a mouse click away from finding the answers to questions they might have by log- ging on to the Marine Corps Community Service One Source Web site. Representatives from MCCS One Source will be at the Base Chapel Feb. 24 at 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. to give senior leadership here a brief about the program. Another brief will be offered to

Tony Blazejack Key Volunteer Network and Lifestyle Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills members; A F/A-18D Night Attack Hornet lands on the Marine Corps Air Facility here Feb. 10. This Hornet is one of nine that arrived Feb. 10 and 11. The "Bats" and members of the Single Marine & Sailor of Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, San Diego are aboard K-Bay to conduct train- Program at 1 p.m. at the Base Theater Feb. 28. ing exercises with the Hawaii Air National Guard until Feb. 25. The Marine Corps employs the F/A-18D as a tactical strike aircraft while the Navy uses The representatives will also give two briefs it as a trainer. Marine F/A-18Ds may be land-based from prepared airfields, or they can operate from expeditionary airfields. They may also be sea- based, operating from the decks of Navy aircraft carriers. to the general population at the Base Theater at 1 p.m. and at the Base Chapel at 6 p.m. on March 1. The One Source site has many purposes for Fatal vehicle wrecks up in fiscal 2006 service members as well as family members. Before the Web site was available, many of the Jeff Schogol 2005 and by 75 percent by fiscal resources were offered only through organiza- Pacific Stars and Stripes 2008, officials said. tions or work sections on military installations. The goal has proven to be elu- With MCCS One Source, users are offered a In just three months, the Navy sive so far. variety of services – some of which may prove has had more personal motor In fiscal 2005, the Army report- to be invaluable when a service member is vehicle deaths than it had hoped ed 143 motor vehicle deaths, a deployed or away from home base. to see for all of fiscal 2006, accord- decrease of about 30 percent from “Marine Corps Community Service One ing to the Naval Safety Center in fiscal 2002; the Navy reported 58 Source was created in order to be able to give Norfolk, Va. deaths, down about 23 percent; information and referrals 24 hours a day, seven The center is reporting 30 the Air Force reported 46 deaths, days a week,” said Jennifer L. Starnes, Marine Sailors killed in off-duty crashes roughly a 36 percent reduction; and Family Services’ information and referral from Oct. 1 to Dec. 31, 2005. The and the Marines reported 45 specialist, Marine Corps Community Services. service had set a target for the fis- deaths, down about 31 percent, “It was created by the Department of Defense cal year of 29 or fewer. statistics show. for active duty, Reservist, National Guard The Navy has had the most Asked if Rumsfeld’s goals to members and dependents — each branch of deaths so far in fiscal 2006, fol- reduce the fatalities so drastically service actually has their own source that comes from Military One Source.” lowed by the Army with 24, the was realistic, the Defense Cpl. Michelle Dickson Marines with 20 and the Air Force Department spokeswoman, Lt. A wrecked car is put on display to promote safe driving habits and discour- According to Starnes, family members and with eight deaths, the services Col. Ellen Krenke, wrote via e-mail age drivers from operating vehicles under the influence of drugs and alcohol. service members can get information any- reported. that the effort to reduce such fatal- where in the world from the One Source Web As of Jan. 2, the Marines were ities has saved lives. site or by phone. just eight deaths shy of their ceil- “As a direct result of this effort, focused toward that end.” The Naval Safety Center also is “When a person calls MCCS One Source, ing for motor vehicle fatalities for the military services have experi- But Sailors continue to die in looking into whether service they will always talk to a live person and never fiscal 2006, according to the Naval enced 72 fewer PMV (personal motor vehicle crashes at an alarm- members coming back from long to a machine,” said Starnes, a Washington, Safety Center. motor vehicle) fatalities since fis- ing rate. deployments are getting into D.C. native. The high-water mark for deaths cal year 2002,” Krenke wrote. According to the Naval Safety crashes while blowing off steam, What’s more, Starnes said, all consultants in privately owned vehicles came For fiscal 2006, the Defense Center, speed, fatigue and inatten- but the center has found no data the caller speaks to through One Source have in fiscal 2002, when the Army lost Department plans to focus its tiveness have contributed to the to support that, he said. earned a master’s degree and/or are veterans, 202 people, the Navy 75, the Air efforts on cutting down motor deaths, but no one can account for The 30 deaths include: retired service members or dependents of mili- Force 72 and the Marines 65, sta- vehicle fatalities during the high- the recent spike in fatalities, said *Nine motorcycle fatalities, tary service members. tistics show. risk periods of summer and the Chuck Roberts, a supervisor at the including one person who was not Since the consultants are all in some way The high numbers prompted holiday seasons, Krenke wrote. Naval Safety Center. wearing a helmet. connected to the military, they can relate to Defense Secretary Donald “The overall goal is zero pre- “Nobody knows. It’s all guess- *Five fatalities involving alco- the issues a person interested in MCCS One Rumsfeld to challenge each ventable accidents,” Krenke wrote. work and conjecture. My personal hol. Source may encounter, according to Starnes. branch of the service to reduce “The 50 (percent) and 75 (percent) opinion is (that the high number those fatalities by half by fiscal reductions keep the Department is) an aberration,” Roberts said. See DUI, A-6 See One Source, A-5

A-2 • FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII MARINE

NEWS BRIEFS PMO explains vehicle access Motorists If a vehicle owner wants to get MCBH National Prayer Breakfast rid of their vehicle, PMO encour- There will be a National Prayer Breakfast Feb. urged to ages them to donate the vehicle, 23 from 6 to 7:30 a.m. at Anderson Mess Hall, rather than to leave it to be Building 1089. All hands are invited. Brig. Gen picked up and impounded. Steven A. Hummer, commanding general, MCB follow “They can either donate it to a Hawaii, will be the guest speaker. Cost for break- charitable organization, or bring fast is $1.95. Doors open for breakfast at 6 a.m. procedures it directly to us,” said Austin. For questions, contact Navy Lt. Daniel Whitaker Vehicle owners who fail to at 257-2734. Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson take corrective measures to rem- Combat Correspondent edy discrepancies face adminis- tration action and other penal- CI/HUMINT Specialists Needed The issue regarding which ties. vehicles are authorized and According to Austin, there is Marine Corps Counterintelligence/Human which are unauthorized access to now a weekly abandoned vehicle Intelligence is looking for intelligent, motivated, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, report that is sent to base units multi-talented and ambitious corporals, sergeants Kaneohe Bay may be confusing, to advise them of abandoned and staff sergeants who have less than eight years if drivers do not understand vehicles that may be owned by time in service for a lateral move to the 0211 mil- vehicle requirements set by base Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson unit personnel. If a Marine or itary occupational specialty. policy and enforced by the Sailor assigned to a specific unit For information on prerequisites, training and Marines assigned to the Provost Emanuel Austin, impound custodian, fills a form for an abandoned vehi- is identified as the owner of an operations ask your career retention specialist, cle. The orange sticker warns owners that the vehicle will be towed. Marshal’s Office. So, in an effort abandoned vehicle, his or her Marine Corps Base Hawaii Base Career Retention to help determine whether or a vehicle owner fails to properly being identified, it will be ticket- unit must contact PMO. Specialist Master Sgt. Buckley at 257-7723 or the not your vehicle is authorized register the vehicle and fails to ed and tagged with a phone “That way I know whether to Marine Forces Pacific CI/HUMINT Branch at 477- aboard base, PMO offers the fol- have a safety check performed or number that the owner is to con- allot them more time if that 8447. lowing. have a current safety check tact to claim his or her vehicle. If individual is deployed, on leave, In order for a privately owned updated. In these cases, if the the owner does not claim the or has any other issues that may MCCS One Source or commercial vehicles to obtain driver is stopped by PMO per- vehicle, it will then be processed be preventing them from fixing access to this and other military sonnel, he or she run the risk of and impounded. their vehicle at that given time.” Representatives from MCCS One Source will be facilities, drivers must obtain having their vehicle marked as “There are a lot of vehicles Austin said they also keep aboard base to present their program: permission to access the base, “derelict.” located at different barracks that Tagged Abandoned Vehicle Feb. 24: 10 to 11 a.m. at the Base Chapel (COs, whether it be for one day or an There are vehicles that, for are marked as abandoned, and reports, so that in case owners XOs, and senior enlisted) extended period of time. whatever reason, are parked we have problems in base hous- try to move their vehicles to dif- Feb. 28: 1 p.m. at the Base Theater (for Key The process for obtaining per- throughout the base that are not ing where the vehicles are taking ferent location on base, it is Volunteers; L.I.N.K.S. team members and Single mission to bring vehicles on base properly registered and do not up parking and blocking other noted. Marine & Sailor Program members) begins at the Pass House where have current safety checks. These areas,” said Austin. Austin said they try to main- March 1: 1 p.m. at the Base Theater (all-hands) drivers must present a valid dri- vehicles are considered “aban- In addition to being unsightly tain a schedule and keep track of March 1: 6 p.m. at the Base Chapel (all-hands) ver’s license, proof of automobile doned” and are brought to the and pose an inconvenience to how long certain vehicles have For information about the MCCS One Source insurance and state registration, impound lot. others, these vehicles could been marked. In order to reduce briefs, call Jennifer Starnes at 257-7786. and a current safety check. Rather than abandon a vehi- potentially cause unnecessary the number of abandoned vehi- These documents are usually cle or leave a vehicle unregis- hazards. cles on base, they try to tow at Recruiter Assistants Needed enough for driver’s to gain access tered, Emanuel Austin, impound “About a year and a half ago, least eight vehicles per week to the base. However, for those custodian, PMO, said there are PMO had a call into base hous- with the assistance of Motor Want an opportunity to earn promotion who want to obtain a several options. Aside from the ing,” said Jordan. “There were Transport on base. points and spend up to 30 days at home without Department of Defense decal, obvious option of obtaining three eight year olds pushing The towed vehicles are taken taking leave? The Marine Corps Recruiting registration must be done at proper registration and safety themselves up and down the to the impound lot located Station in Pittsburgh, Pa., is looking for motivat- either the Pass House in Building check, Austin said that owners street in an abandoned vehicle. behind PMO where the owner ed Marines to serve as recruiter assistants. For 1637 or in Building 601 at Camp have other options. They can That could have ended up with a can only retrieve it if he or she more information about the recruiter assistance H.M. Smith. Drivers are expected park their vehicle in an approved very horrible outcome.” goes through the traffic bailiff program in your hometown area, contact Staff and required by base order to lot, donate their vehicle, or turn PMO does not presume that and corrects all of the problems Sergeant Ronald L. Samuel at (412) 395-6355. keep their vehicle registrations it over to PMO. vehicles are always intentionally that PMO has identified. current. “If the owner of a vehicle abandoned; however, in some A first offense may result in Registration open for SSWLS Oftentimes, even though needs some time or assistance cases, owners may be ill advised the loss of on-base driving privi- vehicles are properly registered, with their vehicle, I would be as to what they should do about leges for 30 days. A second The 2006 Sea Service Women’s Leadership problems sometimes arise when happy to help them or allow their vehicle while they are on offense may be six months of no Symposium, to be held March 21 aboard Marine vehicle ownership transfers from them more time,” said Austin. deployment, but PMO suggests driving privileges, and the third Corps Base Hawaii is now open for registration. one person to another and the “But to just leave the vehicle that there is a simple solution. offense may result in one year of The event is open to all leaders. previous and new owner do not there without even calling is a Before service members are no driving privileges, said The primary goals for SSWLS are to actively make the appropriate changes to very bad choice.” deployed, they must make Jordan. They will all result in a support the sea services in the retention and the vehicle’s registration. Derelict and abandoned vehi- arrangements to have their vehi- mandatory court appearance career development of women and leaders of “One of the problems we have cles that are sitting in barracks’ cles parked in a deployment lot and a deduction of six base driv- women, be an essential element in maintaining is the new owner of a purchased parking lots and base housing in order to prevent leaving them ing points – out of 12 allotted to operational readiness, provide professional devel- vehicle doesn’t bother to change will be towed and impounded if in an unauthorized location or each base driver. opment and mentoring, and support gender out the decal sticker on the vehi- the owners do not take the prop- having PMO personnel impound For those who may be inter- diversity. cle,” said Master Sgt. Dean er steps to fix the problem, them. The deployments lots are ested in donating their vehicle, To register visit www.sswls.org or call 1-866- Jordan, services chief, PMO. “It according to Austin. available to all units aboard the call 521-4438, or contact the 462-2838 would be nice if the buyer and If a derelict vehicle is marked base. Auto Hobby Shop at 254-7674. seller accompanied each other to with a notice and is not moved “It’s the command’s responsi- For more information about de-register and register the vehi- for more than 72 hours, its status bility to ensure that the vehicle derelict or abandoned vehicles, Art Auction cle together.” may be changed to an “aban- gets into a deployment lot,” said contact Emmanuel Austin at There will be an All Hands Art Auction Feb. 25 Another problem arises when doned” vehicle status. After Jordan. 257-2103 Ext. 322. from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Officers’ Club. For information and tickets, contact KOSC at [email protected]. Honoring women of civil rights

Post Office Closed Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson By 1860, she had returned to the South a The result was a Supreme Court decision The Base Post Office will be closed Saturday Combat Correspondent total of 19 times – each time to bring friends to rid Montgomery of the ordinance under thru Monday in observance of President's Day. and family to freedom. which Parks was fined and to outlaw racial The Post Offices in Kailua and Kaneohe will be Over the years, women have made strides She became good friends with the aboli- segregation on public transportation. open for Saturday service. For more information, to be seen as equals by their male counter- tionists of that day and took part in anti- Parks continued to work for civil rights call the Base Post Office at 257-2008. parts. African-American women have histor- slavery meetings. She also worked for the and was presented the Presidential Medal of ically faced struggles in order to be seen as Union Army as a cook, nurse and spy during Freedom in 1996 as well as the Important Phone Numbers equal in the eyes of men and in the eyes of the Civil War. Congressional Gold Medal in 1999. Parks On-Base Emergencies 911 society. Tubman eventually settled down in spent the rest of her days in Detroit, Mich., Military Police 257-7114 Three notable African-American women Auburn, N.Y., where she spent the rest of her and passed away at the age of 92. Child Protective Service 832-5300 who have helped to shape our nation’s his- days. She died in 1913. The most recent passing of these women Fraud, Waste, Abuse & EEO 257-8852 tory are Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks and A more modern-day martyr is Rosa Parks, was that of King’s widow, Coretta Scott King, Business Management Hotline 257-3188 Coretta Scott King. who, on Dec. 1, 1955, refused to give up her who died Jan. 30, at the age of 78. Pothole & Streetlight Repair 257-2380 Perhaps one of the most recognizable bus seat to a white passenger. Her action on During her life, and especially after the Base Information 449-7110 names, when thinking of the beginning of that day began the modern day civil rights assassination of her husband in Memphis, MCBH Duty Chaplain 257-7700 African-American history, is Harriet Tubman movement in the United States. Tenn., on April 4, 1968, King continued to — one of the Underground Railroad “con- Parks was born in Tuskegee, Ala., and as a devote her life to racial equality and to her ductors.” girl attended the Montgomery Industrial husband’s legacy, working for decades for a Tubman, who was born into slavery as School for Girls, a private school which federal holiday in his honor. Araminta Ross in Maryland almost 200 years stressed self-worth for women. She went on In 1969, she founded the multi-million- ago, began working as a house servant when to graduate from the Alabama State Teachers dollar Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Hawaii she was a little girl. As a young teenager, she College and settled with her husband Nonviolent Social Change in Atlanta. The was moved to the fields and married a free Raymond Parks in Montgomery, Ala. center addressed issues that she saw breed black man named John Tubman. After the bus incident, Parks was arrested violence such as racism, unemployment and CommandingM GeneralARINE Brig. Gen. Steven A. Hummer Base Sergeant Major Sgt. Maj. Anthony E. Franks In 1849, fearing that she and other slaves and fined for violating a city ordinance, but hunger. Public Affairs Officer Lt. Col. Patricia Johnson would be sold, decided escape on foot. it led to the formation of the Montgomery These women took a stand for what they Public Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Claudia LaMantia Managing Editor Millie Perera Tubman eventually made her way to Improvement Association, led by Dr. Martin believed in and risked their lives for what Press Chief Staff Sgt. Luis P. Valdespino Philadelphia, Pa., where she found work, Luther King Jr. they thought to be right. 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Cpl. Christopher L. West, flight-line mechanic for HMH-363 awaits transport after having his eyes bandaged during a mass casualty and mishap drill that was conducted on base at West Field, Feb 7. HMH-463 gets crash course Story and Photos by taught to become combat life savers and Lance Cpl. Edward C. deBree put it into action. They were phenomenal Combat Correspondent because the corpsmen told them what to do and they did it with very little guidance, Squadron members assigned to Marine very well.” Heavy Helicopter 463 participated in a mass Marines carried the crewmen away from casualty and mishap drill Feb. 7 the crash site to a secure location at West Field here. where they were examined and The drill included treated for injuries that squadron personnel and ranged from burns, to bro- two of its CH-53D Sea ken arms and legs. The Stallions. The squadron’s Marines and hospital corps- aircraft provide heavy-lift men proved that they knew support to the 3rd Marine how to handle the situa- Regiment as part of the 1st tion, said Shale. Marine Aircraft Wing, Even before the drill Aviation Support Element. began, Cmdr. Keith Hanely, “This drill is to prepare surgeon, MAG-24, said the HMH-463 for when they head Marines and Sailors would do an over to Iraq,” said Navy Lt. Christopher outstanding job of handling the drill. Shale, flight surgeon, HMH-463. “We need “This is to get their heads into the to have the Marines and Sailors react quick- game,” he said. “This is just in case the sce- ly if an aircraft should go down in Iraq. We nario happens, to see if 463 knows the also need Marines to provide medical sup- proper procedures for handling a mishap. port if a corpsman is not in the immediate “The commanding officer also wanted to area.” make sure that they are schooled up in The 31-year-old San Diego native said what they needed to do in this case, since Lance Cpl. Joshua D. Strom, airframer, HMH-463, carries an injured crewmember away from a downed the scenario for the drill was a midair colli- they are going to Iraq.” CH-53D Super Stallion during a mass casualty and mishap drill. sion of two CH-53Ds that left 43 Marines But even though the Marines agreed that and Sailors injured. In addition to HMH- the drill was good training, there are some 463, other units on base sprung into action. things that organizers would like to do to Marines and Sailors from Marine Aircraft improve the scenario. Group 24 units played the roles of injured “Next time I would like to have the birds crewmembers. At the accident scene, HMH- on fire,” said Shale. “I think fire and smoke 463 Marines who had taken the Combat would add to the realism of this type of sce- Life Savers course, an advanced version of nario, because when there are actually dif- First Aid, began working on the injured ferent elements like fire and smoke, people Marines and Sailors. tend to react a lot differently. But this was “I think that the junior Marines were the good, because what is great about drills is ones that really stood out during this drill,” that it shows where the choking points said Shale. “They took what they were are.”

Lance Cpl. Joshua D. Strom, airframer, HMH-463, injects a needle into the arm of a Marine. Marines Petty Officer 1st Class, Joesph L. Hughes, senior hospital corpsman, HMH-463, checks the injuries of that participated in the Combat Lifesavers program practiced what they were taught in the classroom. Lance Cpl. Matthew Pallardy, ordance, MALS-24, as he is carried by Lance Cpl. Nicholas A Neidlinger, Combat Lifesavers is a new program which enhances a Marine’s knowledge of first aid. (left), avionics technician, HMH-463, and Lance Cpl. Brandon Cates, ordance technician, HMH-463.

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On the skyline ... with 1/3 by Sgt. Joe Lindsay On the Skyline is a weekly column written by Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Combat Correspondent Sgt. Joe Lindsay who is deployed to Afghanistan with the 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment’s Lava Dogs in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. One shot, one kill Sgt. Joe Lindsay Combat Correspondent

ASADABAD, Afghanistan — Time and again he's had to deal with the question. Usually, he says, it's a question that a well-meaning civilian asks, maybe a high school buddy he bumped into on leave at the local watering hole back home in Cary, N.C., a cousin at a family barbeque, or the checkout cashier at the local Walmart. If they know he's a Marine, they might ask. If they know he is an Iraq veteran, they'll probably ask. If they know he's a scout sniper, they'll definitely ask. And, of course, there are the children. The children will always ask. That doesn't bother him so much though. He probably would have asked, too, when he was a kid. Though the presentation of the question may vary, the question itself does not. It is always the same: "Have you ever killed anyone?" Nearly seven years ago, a recruiter in Raleigh, N.C., proba- bly had little inclination that he was about to make the cold call of a lifetime when he dialed the home of Enloe High School senior Chad Hoakison. As soon as Hoakison hung up the phone, he got in his car and drove to the recruiting sta- tion where he enlisted as a rifleman in the Marine Corps. "It was probably the easiest recruiting job in the history of the Marine Corps," laughed Hoakison as he affectionately cleaned his M40-A3 sniper rifle in between missions outside of Asadabad, Afghanistan, with an obsession bordering on what some may interpret as love. (He does, after all, unashamedly Photo courtesy of Sgt. Chad Hoakison refer to his rifle as "Sweet Mariah.") "I think I made that recruiter’s day. But the truth was, even though I'd never talked Sgt. Chad Hoakison, scout sniper, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment from Cary, N.C., mans his position high in the mountains outside to a recruiter before, I had always thought about joining the Asadabad in the Kunar Province of eastern Afghanistan. Marine Corps. I can remember going down to Jacksonville, According to the scout snipers who serve with Hoakison, North Carolina, when I was a kid and seeing the Marines run no Marine is more committed to completing that mission in ‘boots and utes’ formations. It always stuck with me. They than Hoakison himself. seemed so tough, and I can remember thinking they looked "He's a true believer," said Cpl. Seth Algrim, a mortarman, like they could do anything. I knew I wanted to be like that 1/3, by trade who now serves as Hoakison's observer. "He some day." believes in what we're doing, he believes the people of Iraq Now Hoakison is like that – and then some. After complet- and Afghanistan deserve to be free, he believes were going to ing his first enlistment as a rifleman and member of the Fleet win this war, he believes in his fellow Marines and fellow Anti-terrorism Security Team in Yorktown, Va., Hoakison was snipers, and most importantly, as far as I'm concerned, he up for another challenge when the time for his second enlist- believes he's going to make every single shot he takes." ment came around four years later. It was then that he decid- According to Algrim, that belief is based more on fact than ed to become a scout sniper. on faith. "Just being a Marine in and of itself is elite," said Hoakison. "He truly is an amazing shot," said the Garden City, Kan., "But I wanted to be among the elite of the elite. I wanted native. "Just the other day during target practice he put three another challenge, so I signed up to be a sniper." rounds through the exact same spot at 100 meters. Three As Hoakison said he was to later find out, signing up to be shots — one hole. He can flat out get it done. My confidence a sniper is one thing, while actually making it through sniper in him is unshakeable." school is an entirely different matter. Both his peers and superiors apparently share that confi- Photo courtesy of Sgt. Chad Hoakison "Sniper school was brutal," commented Hoakison. "Just dence in Hoakison’s ability equally. View as seen through the eyes of a scout sniper’s scope reveals a calling it tough doesn't do it justice. It is one of the most chal- "One of the hardest parts of being a scout sniper is living up back country road in the Kunar Province of eastern Afghanistan. lenging courses the Marine Corps offers, both mentally and to the hype," said Sgt. Dale Nissen, scout sniper, 1/3, from physically. A lot of Marines don't make it through. You have Omaha, Neb. "Sergeant Hoakison lives up to the hype – and got to really want it, and you've got to have the desire to keep then some." going when every fiber of your sanity is telling you to stop. "He's just an outstanding Marine and an outstanding When your brain is telling you that it's just not worth it and sniper, no two ways about it," added Staff Sgt. Andrew your body is on the threshold of collapse, the only thing I can Giermann, scout sniper platoon sergeant, 1/3, from From the Edge think of that separates the guys who make it from the ones Bloomington, Ill. "He's all about the Marine Corps and he's all who don't is willpower." about being a scout sniper. He does his job right, all the time, As Hoakison was to find out; however, graduating from every time." Staff Sgt. Jose Dixon sniper school was merely the first hurdle in a series of chal- And that is good news as far as the infantry Marines in 1/3's Granite City, Ill. lenging schools. line companies are concerned. mess chief, 1/3 "Graduating sniper school is like graduating boot camp – "The snipers are like a guardian over-watch for the grunts," Asadabad, Afghanistan except you become a basically trained sniper instead of a basi- said Gunnery Sgt. Paul Davis, company gunnery sergeant for cally trained Marine," explained Hoakison. "As any Marine Charlie Company, 1/3. "With the high ground here they can knows, the real test comes later – in advanced schools and in maneuver quickly within their teams and provide real good “To my wife actual combat." accurate long-range cover for us. They take care of business," Hoakison has had his taste of both, having subsequently admitted the Laurens, S.C. native. Angelita – All I graduated from the Urban Sniper Course, the Reconnaissance According to 1st Lt. James Campbell, scout sniper platoon want is to love you and Surveillance Course and the Advanced Sniper Course, in commander, 1/3, and officer-in-charge of Camp Blessing, addition to having served a combat tour as a sniper in Iraq Hoakison is one of the best scout snipers he has ever seen. forever, for the with 1/3. "Sergeant Hoakison is one of the most tactically and tech- rest of my life and "I'm proud to be able to say I served on both battlefields of nically proficient Marines that I've met, regardless of rank or the War on Terror — Iraq and Afghanistan," said Hoakison. job title," said Campbell, a native of Newburgh, Ind. "He's got to wake up every "Iraq gets all the media attention, but it wasn't any harder or great attention to detail, great initiative, and a deep sense of morning with you by my side. To my easier there than it is in Afghanistan – just different. In Iraq, mission accomplishment. He's a tremendous shot, but even it was hot and there was a lot of urban fighting. Here we are more than that, he's a true warrior. He's one of those Marines children Cruz and Josef and little Leilani fighting in the mountains, and it's cold. It's the same princi- that need very little guidance, and he'll go out and execute a ple – kill or be killed." flawless mission." who is on the way, I love you all with all Still, despite the dangers inherent in being stationed in a According to Hoakison, however, his most flawless mission my heart. Know that Daddy is serving combat zone, Hoakison is quick to point out that the average occurred not in the streets of Fallujah or in the mountains of citizen, in both Iraq and Afghanistan, appears to be thankful Afghanistan, but rather back home in the tranquility of North his country far away so that you can live for the presence of U.S. and coalition forces. Carolina. free. Things are getting better here every "We are not fighting against the people, we are fighting for "That's where I won my girl’s heart," said Hoakison, refer- the people, and the overwhelming majority of them know ring to his fiancée, Leigh Gilbert, who, like Hoakison, also day for the Afghan people. There are this and are openly happy when they see us," commented hails from Cary. "We're going to have a fall wedding when all Hoakison. "They'll invite us in for tea, and we can often gath- this is said and done. Her support, my family's support, and good people over here who want to live er intelligence from talking with the locals about where the the support of my sniper team – Corporal's Eric Sanchez free. The Marines of 1/3 are going to see ACM (Anti-Coalition Militia) and other insurgents are hiding. (Haskell, Texas) and Seth Algrim and Lance Corporal John They want the bad guys out of their country as much as we Malovrh (Medford, Wisc.) – have meant more to me than I to it that they get that chance.” do." can ever say. I'm grateful to all of them."

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well as on the front lines of “The spirits of the Marines in To honor Bertolino’s life “He was one of the only Crash: the War on Terror in and his passion for weight lift- Marines I ever met who could Afghanistan. “He had a very Alpha Company’s Weapons Platoon ing, the Marines of Alpha still have a smile on his face Marine’s spirit dry sense of humor, and he Company have already begun while humping a full load of always kept everyone smiling. are understandably down with the construction on a new gym combat gear up a mountain,” remembered In between our tears, some- news of Bertolino’s death, but they that they will name in his said Bala. “He made the best of times we can’t help cracking a honor. every situation he was in. He Bertolino, From A-1 smile when we think about have vowed to rally around his “I think he would have was tough. People don’t ordi- him and all the crazy things liked that,” said Bala. “I think narily think of Pfcs. as leaders, Anybody who knew Pfc. he used to say,” admitted the memory and continue the fight.” he would have liked that a but Pfc. Bertolino was a leader Bertolino knows that’s what Los Angeles native. lot.” in the truest sense. He led by he would have wanted.” “He was the king of useless “Pfc. Bertolino understood Fowler, a native of Moore, Foremost in the minds of the outstanding example he Many of Bertolino’s peers information,” added Bala as well as anyone that we are Okla. “He was always willing the Marines, however, was not set every single minute of were still too shaken up by the affectionately. “Just being here to accomplish a mission – to hump the gear of another the construction of a gym in every single day he served in news of his death to com- around him and his positive to rid Afghanistan of the Marine if that Marine was Bertolino’s honor or even their the Corps. ment, but one Marine, Lance energy was a morale boost for insurgents and to aid this struggling. He was a strong own pain, but rather the “To Pfc. Bertolino’s family Cpl. Patrick Kaiser who, by all all the Marines. His sense of country in their quest to live man, both physically and anguish that his family is in New Hampshire — it is hard accounts, was one of humor was unrivaled. He was in freedom with a democratic mentally. After a hard day, enduring right now, noted for me to put into words the Bertolino’s closest friends, said very witty and extremely government,” said 1st Sgt. when other Marines were rest- Gates. depth of the sorrow the Gates’ comment was on the insightful. He kept everyone’s Jerry Fowler, first sergeant, ing their weary bones, Pfc. “What a Marine your son Marines of Weapons Platoon, money. spirits high.” Alpha Company. “He wasn’t Bertolino could be found in was!” said Gates, a native of the Marines of Alpha “Definitely. He would want The spirits of the Marines in your average 20-year-old. He the weight room pumping Oakridge, N.J., when asked if Company, and the Marines of us to carry on,” said Kaiser, an Alpha Company’s Weapons was wise beyond his years and iron.” he had any words for the the entire 1/3 Lava Dog family assualtman with Weapons Platoon are understandably was an extremely intelligent “He was 220 pounds of Bertolino family. “He was an feel for your loss,” added Bala. Platoon, Alpha Company, 1/3, down with the news of young man.” pure muscle, without an absolute gentlemen and one “We wish that he was still here who served as Bertolino’s sec- Bertolino’s death, but they “He was also one heck of a ounce of fat on his body,” said of the most well disciplined with us. In a way, he always tion leader back at 1/3’s home have vowed to rally around Marine – the kind of Marine Kaiser. “He had an inner drive and hardest working Marines I will be, because we will never duty station of Marine Corps his memory and continue the who put his fellow Lava Dogs that kept him going when have ever had the privilege of forget his service to his coun- Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, as fight. ahead of himself,” continued others just wanted to rest.” serving with.” try and to his fellow Marines. One Source: Site goes beyond taxes and counseling One Source, From A-1

“One of the more common reasons someone will use One Source is to find a counselor while their spouse is deployed,” Starnes said. “Marine Corps Community Services One Source can refer them to a civilian counselor and up to six sessions will be free of charge.” Service members and fami- ly members are both eligible to seek off-base counseling through One Source. Although counseling is avail- able through medical and Marine and Family Services, these sessions may be espe- cially desired by those who prefer to seek assistance else- where. Service members and their families can file their taxes online through Military One Source, said Starnes. The Military One Source Web site works hand-in-hand with Turbo Tax for a quick and easy way to prepare taxes, and one may get a return within 10 days, explained Starnes. But the information offered through One Source does not end with counseling and taxes. “Educational materials like compact discs and pamphlets can also be found on the Web site,” Starnes said. “Everyone should take advantage of it because it’s 100 percent free. So, why not?” “We really are just out to give advice and help out our target audience,” said Kim Gates, section head, Marine Corps Family Team Building, Headquarters Marine Corps. “We’re here for pretty much anything the person may need, whether it be financial help, TriCare information, parental information or child care.” Whether married or single, Marines, Sailors, and family members can find out more uses for One Source during the upcoming presentations. Gates said she thinks the material that will be taught at the brief is very helpful and everyone should be interested – no matter their status. “The briefs are very helpful to Marines and Sailors who are on the verge of retirement as well, because we have con- nections with people in the community and can help with their future after their time in service,” added Starnes. For more information about MCCS One Source call 1-800-342-9647. To log onto the Web site, go to www.mcc- sonesource.com. Starnes may be reached at 257-7786.

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Fralish, From A-1 “Recently he went out of his job, but not in a stuffy way. He Captain America, we all called corpsman. “It’s the nature of are affected most of all by this way to help a little Afghan girl was just a fun guy to be him that,” said Petty Officer 2nd war. People will die. My guys all event – his family. and well-being ahead of his who had broken her leg. around.” Class Jayme Frianeza, hospital know the job that we came here “All of us would like to own,” said Fletcher, a native of Gangrene was setting in and she Perhaps it was that sparkle in corpsman, 1/3 and Camp for. We all know the risk and extend our deepest condolences Buckhannon, W. Va. “He wasn’t was in bad shape. HM3 Fralish his eye and his good-natured Blessing leading petty officer. what’s on the line – which is our to the Fralish family back in the type of corpsman who was took care of that girl, treated her attitude that led many of his fel- “He was just so gung-ho about lives.” Pennsylvania,” said Chief Petty ever in the rear. He was always in the field and then facilitated low corpsmen to feel comfort- the Marines,” continued the “Still, we weren’t ready for Officer Claude English, senior quick to volunteer to be on the getting her sent to a more ade- able enough around Fralish to Tumon, Guam native. “He loved this one,” continued the San enlisted medical department front lines with the Marines. He quate medical facility. That’s just refer to him simply as “Captain being ‘green-side.’ He prided Diego native. “We weren’t ready representative, 1/3, and New was a very selfless man. The the kind of person he was. If America.” himself in being physically fit to lose HM3 Fralish. We weren’t Orleans native. “We would like bond between Marines and their somebody needed help, he was “He was funny, smart, wise, like the Marines. Whatever the ready to lose Lance Corporal to tell the Fralishes that John corpsmen is one of the strongest going to be the one to make sure caring and helpful,” said Petty Marines did, he wanted to be Brixey, either. (Lance Cpl. Billy had his priorities in order. He bonds there is, and our bond they got that help.” Officer 2nd Class Jerod Napier, right there alongside them, no Brixey Jr., a 1/3 motor trans- had a solid foundation of with HM3 Fralish was especially According to his fellow corps- hospital corpsman, 1/3, who matter how dangerous it was. He portation mechanic from morals and values. John was a so. He was one of us. All the men, even though Fralish took served with Fralish in Mehtar relished being in the field with Vidalia, La., died Jan. 27 in good friend and was loved and Marines in Alpha Company are his job with the utmost serious- Lam. “You couldn’t ask for a bet- the Marines and doing the hard Germany two days after being respected by all. He is exactly hurting right now over his loss.” ness, there was also a lightheart- ter friend than John. To sum it stuff. He died the way he lived – seriously wounded during an what a son should be like. “The Marines are taking his ed side to his personality. up, he was one of a kind. He all out.” insurgent attack on his convoy Hopefully the Fralishes can find death hard,” added Capt. “I never once saw him in a seemed to be everywhere all the “In this war, there’s going to in Kunar Province). I don’t think some peace knowing that he Thomas Kisch, company com- bad mood,” said Petty Officer time, just like Captain America,” be people – corpsmen and you’re ever ready to lose one of was doing what he loved and mander for Alpha Company, 1st Class Tim Gorman, hospital continued the Orlando, Fla. Marines – that we lose,” said your brothers.” was loved for what he did. Our 1/3. “‘Doc’ Fralish was the best corpsman, 1/3, from Queens, native, “and he also had these Petty Officer 1st Class Darwin Despite the pain they said thoughts and prayers are with of the best,” continued the St. N.Y., by way of Tucson, Ariz. “He unique facial features to go Ramos, hospital corpsman, 1/3, they are feeling, Fralish’s fellow the Fralish family. God bless Louis Park, Minn. native. “We always had a sparkle in his eye. along with his bald head.” currently serving as the Camp corpsmen all echoed each other you and God bless John couldn’t have asked for a better He was very serious about his “That was his nickname – Blessing independent duty when it came to the ones who Fralish.” corpsman to serve alongside with us in Alpha Company. The best way we can honor his mem- ory is to get rid of the insurgents that plague this country and secure a lasting freedom for Afghanistan. I know that’s what ‘Doc’ would want us to do.” News of Fralish’s death also hit his fellow corpsmen particu- larly hard. “It feels like a piece of our hearts are missing,” said Petty Officer 3rd Class Joe Oxenford, hospital corpsman, 1/3, who served alongside Fralish in Mehtar Lam. “Time may heal our wounds, but the space in our hearts will always be felt. He is missed and loved. The corps- men and the Marines of Alpha Company will miss him dearly,” admitted the Virginia Beach, Va. native. “John was a man who knew something about everything,” said Petty Officer 3rd Class Christopher Taylor, a 1/3 hospi- tal corpsmen from Texas who also served with Fralish in Mehtar Lam. “He was a very car- ing person who would go out of his way for anyone. He loved being a corpsman and he loved his Marines. He was very pas- sionate about the medical care he gave to all.” That passion was evident in the days before his death, when Fralish treated a local Afghan girl who had injured herself. “He was always worried about the welfare of others — whether it was Marines or the locals — he always wanted to help people,” said Fletcher.

DUI, From A-1 *Four people killed who were not wearing seat belts. In one incident, servicemem- bers tried to race a train to an intersection and lost, according to a Navy administrative announcement. “Predictably, the driver was drunk,” the announcement said. One reason for the increase could be that more people are riding motorcycles, even if they don’t have the training and agility to control them, Roberts said. The Marines recently report- ed that a rash of five motorcycle crashes since Oct. 1, 2005 has contributed to a spike in overall Marine motor vehicle deaths, officials said. Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael G. Mullen has not decided to take any addi- tional corrective measures at this time to combat motor vehi- cle fatalities, wrote CNO spokesman Cmdr. John Kirby via e-mail. “The CNO is very concerned about the disappointing trend in motor vehicle mishaps,” Kirby wrote. “In his view, one Sailor or family member lost or injured in a mishap is simply one too many.” The Navy already requires service members to go through four hours of drivers’ education, but the Navy often does not know when service members get cited for traffic violations, such as speeding or drunken driving, because most such incidents occur off base, Roberts said. One way the Navy could combat this problem is by checking service members’ driv- ing records to identify high-risk drivers and get them the coun- seling or training they need, he said. Roberts said the idea raises privacy and legal issues but still has merit. “There are some of us here in the safety center, like myself, who believe we are going to have to do something like this to find out who our high-risk drivers are, in order to allow their military leaders to inter- vene before they have an acci- dent.” Hawaii MMARINEARINE

HAWAIILLMARINE B SECTIONIFESTYLESIFESTYLESFEBRUARY 17, 2006 Dirt-bike riding at Kahuku Motocross

A young rider races around the Peewee track at Kahuku Motocross Park, Feb. 4. The Peewee track is opened to riders whose bike’s engines are no bigger than 60 cubic centimeters.This park has the only track with trails on Oahu. It is open weekends and federal holidays

Story and Photos By “It’s great to do – if you have had a rough week or something,,” “I’ll bring my whole family out here on a Friday after work Lance Cpl. Roger L. Nelson said the 21-year-old. sometimes, and we’ll just make a weekend of it.” Combat Correspondent Riley said he has been riding dirt bikes and ATVs since he was Rabborn said his wife and daughter both have four-wheelers, in middle school and that the track at the park is one of the best so they will cruise around the perimeter trails and main roads Oahu is known for the size of its waves and excellent surfing places he’s ridden. while the guys – he and his son – go out and “get dirty.” spots, but surfing is not the only extreme sport the island has to “It’s really nice and has a lot of different trails for people with The Austin, Texas native said the lookout points on some of offer. Motocross and dirt-biking, along with all-terrain vehicle different levels of riding skill,” said Riley. “If a person has a son or the trails are breathtaking. riding are also gaining popularity on Oahu. daughter who want to ride, it’s a good place for them, too, Park Attendant Carole Kell said, “A lot of the trails lead to look- Seaman Patrick Riley, aviation electrician, Helicopter Anti- because there is a track that only smaller bikes can go on.” out points that overlook the ocean and have some of the best Submarine Squadron Light 37, said when he rides his ATV he’s The Peewee trail at Kahuku Motocross Park offers a track for views on the island. out to have a good time. bikes with 50 or 60 cubic centimeter engines. This park has the only track with trails on Oahu. It is open “A lot of my friends will load up their ATVs or dirt bikes and Each track has man-made whoops, jumps, tabletops, and weekends and federal holidays and a fee of $5 per bike is charged go to the Kahuku Motocross Park on a Saturday morning and will much more. There are also areas in which people can sit back and to those who are non members of the park and $2 for park mem- end up staying there all day or until they close,” said Riley. “They watch riders go over some of the double and triple jumps. bers. Each rider must use appropriate riding and safety gear. let people camp out there, and it’s usually good to do that so you “I bring my son out here, and we usually will ride the Races are held at the Kahuku Motocross Park one Sunday can just wake up the next day and ride again, instead of having Perimeter Trail at first to get our bikes warmed up, then go to the every month. The cost to enter the race is $25 to enter a race to drive all the way back up there the next day.” practice track and spend some time riding around there,” said and $3 for spectators. According to the Pensacola, Fla. native, when he’s riding, all of James T. Rabborn, landscape specialist. “It’s a good way for he and For more information about Kahuku Motocross Park call the stress of the previous workday leaves his mind. I to spend time together – a little father-son bonding. 528-3204.

Lance Cpl. Christopher Lammers, cannoneer, Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, changes a spark plug after a full day of riding at Kahuku Motocross Park. Lammers said the best part of rid- ing there is that you can ride all day, sleep at the park and wake up to ride again the following day.

Lance Cpl. Christopher Lammers, can- noneer, Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, turns the gas off on the engine of his dirt bike so gas doesn't leak out.

Dylan Krandtz, a 15-year-old student goes airborne on one of the jumps at Kahuku Motocross Park. Jeff Krandtz described his son as "insane" on his dirt bike. The park offers a variety of trails, including a Peewee track for bikes with 50 to 60 cubic centimeter engines. The park is open on weekends and federal holidays. B-2 • FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII MARINE Draped in purple, Military’s toughest green, gold threads job: Wife, mom, hero

Gene-Thomas Gomulka Celebrate Mardi Gras 2006 in style at Kahuna’s Story courtesy of LifeLines

Yibeli Galindo-Baird NCOs the last Friday of each month, offers the Military commissaries Marine Corps Community Services opportunity for guests and members alike to used to have the slogan print- partake of pupus and drink specials while lis- ed on their brown paper bags: Beads, beads, and more beads! That’s what tening to a DJ or live music. Doors open at “Military spouse – the hardest Staff NCO Club and Kahuna’s Sports Bar & 4:30 p.m. job in the military.” As Grill patrons will be adorned with when they Kahuna’s Mardi Gras Party is scheduled for troops find themselves mak- take part in the festive celebrations these clubs Fat Tuesday, Feb. 28, from 6 p.m. to midnight; ing multiple deployments, will be putting together for Mardi Gras Feb 24. featuring Cajun Creole food, live entertain- often leading them “in harms At the Staff NCO Club the theme is “Friday ment by the Mississippi Full Steppers from 8 to way,” it’s becoming harder Night on the Rocks,” with Fat Tuesday pupus 11 p.m. and harder for families to and paraphernalia. This new monthly pro- For those who really want to recreate the endure these separations. gram, in which Staff NCO Club members can Bourbon Street. atmosphere, arrive in a cos- During recent testimony invite guests who might otherwise not have a tume for a chance to win a prize. before the Senate Armed chance to visit the club or party with Staff Services Subcommittee on Recruitment and Retention, Lt. Gen. H.P. Osman, USMC, pointed out that while recruitment is about person- File Photo nel, retention is about fami- Lt. j.g. John Kopplin receives a warm welcome home from his wife lies. Melissa and his son Ryan, 2, after returning from a nine-month- More than 60 percent of deployment to the Middle East April 27, 2003. military personnel today are married. As a result, it's crit- tion while giving you and your family the sup- ical that military and political leaders show port and love you seek. attention to the feelings of spouses if they want In the meantime, recognize that there are a to retain service members. lot of people, not only in our country but also While many couples enjoy serving and living in war-torn countries like Iraq, who are deeply in a variety of countries around the world, grateful for the sacrifices that American families along with other military benefits (e.g., educa- are making to help create a better world. tion, housing, medical and dental care), others The lonely nights and meals, along with the find the multiple challenges too much to missed birthdays, holidays and anniversaries endure. that families endure over the years of separation Before a couple decides to leave military serv- are not in vain. ice, however, it’s important that they discuss What retired Navy Chief Petty Officer Jeff what they will do and where they may live if Edwards said at his retirement about his wife and when they leave. could be paraphrased about so many other mil- How many years service does a spouse have itary spouses: “You are a patriot — the sort of remaining on active duty before eligibility for citizen that all of us should be, but so few of us retirement? What are your employment oppor- are. tunities if your family leaves at the end of your You live with sacrifice, because you believe in current contract? Do both adults have jobs the rights and ideals that your husband contributing to the family income? The closer defends. Although you wear no uniform, you a couple is to the end of enlistment or retire- are a part of that defense — a vital link in the ment, the more important such questions chain of freedom. Although you wear no Ed Hanlon V become. medals and will reap no glory on the field of Kahuna’s Patrons, dressed for the occasion during the 2005 Mardi Gras celebration, vie for a chance Work together to come up with a plan that battle, you are a hero in the truest sense of the to win the prize for the best costume. At the Staff NCO Club the theme is “Friday Night on the Rocks,” will grant your spouse a sense of job satisfac- word. You are a military spouse.” with Fat Tuesday pupus and paraphernalia. MMARINEARINE CCORPSORPS CCOMMUNITYOMMUNITY SSERERVICESVICES WWW.MCCSHAWAII.COM

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Forces Classification Test scores. prepare a resume that will make a Promotion has been extended This program is offered to all positive impression on prospective through February for the Latin Night features El military service members and employers. Topics include how to Polynesian Cultural Center. Tickets Conjunto Tropical. This band will civilians on a space-available put your education, experience and are available at the ITT office at play merengue, bachata, cumbia basis. Through successful pro- background together. For more Mokapu Mall or Camp Smith to and other tropical tunes tonight, gram completion and testing, information or to sign up, call 257- take advantage of this promotion, beginning at 10 p.m. Marines and Sailors may qualify 7786. which is now extended through Freestyle Battle III at for specialized schools and mili- PCS Move Workshop will be February. With the purchase of one Kahuna’s Saturday is free for specta- tary occupational specialties. held Wednesday for single and mar- Polynesian Cultural Center ticket, tors and $5 for participants. It will Two pretests are required. For ried service members and their fam- active-duty military personnel may feature elimination rounds, with more details, call 257-2158. ilies to provide information, visit for free on a ticket of equal of the winner being the last one left Graduate Level Testing resources and tools needed to plan a lesser value. This includes all pack- standing. First-, second-, and third- and Pre-Testing at JEC to be permanent change of station move. ages up through the Luau level. place winners will receive special held Saturday. If you are look- Presentations will include informa- Whale Watching Tour tickets prizes; the first place winner will ing into graduate school and tion from TMO, Housing, TLA, available at ITT. Prices start at $23 also take home a cash prize. The DJ want a sneak preview of what Finance Office, Personal Financial and are available for children 2 and will play music between rounds graduate entrance testing is like, Counselor, EFMP Coordinator and older. This promotion ends April and will continue on through the register now at the Joint Education TRICARE as well as a Relocation and 30th. DJ Dance Party and Logo Glass Officers’ Club Center for graduate level pretests Anti-Terrorism Level 1 brief. Service Night following this event. It all including the pre-MCAT, LSAT, members do not need orders to begins at 7:30 p.m. 254-7650/7649 GMAT and GRE. The practice tests attend, but registration is necessary, Holiday Hours of operation are free and will take place Saturday due to limited seating. Attendance Ongoing begin Monday, so Kahuna’s will not Presidents Day, the Officers’ in Building 220. If you are ready for is mandatory for active duty Marine be serving lunch but will be open Club will be closed. the real GRE test, the last day to reg- Corps personnel per MCO Parenting Proudly is a six-week for business starting at 6 p.m. The Pasta Lunch Buffet is offered ister for this test is today. GRE test- 1320.11E. To sign up or for more class for parents of children 2 to Recreation Center will open at 8 Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 ing will take place on April 3. Call information, call 257-7790. 12. This parenting class focuses on a.m. a.m. to 1 p.m. the JEC for more information at Federal Employment discipline, child development, and Swing and Salsa lessons are Mongolian Barbecue is 257-2158. Workshop will be help Wednesday other parenting issues. The class available Mondays and Tuesdays at offered Wednesdays and Friday Base Pool Closed for repairs to explain the federal selection and will meet on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. Kahuna’s Community Ballroom for evenings in the Lanai Ballroom on through mid-March. Until this facil- hiring process. Information to be to 12 p.m. in the Marine and $2. Mondays feature Swing classes the lower level of the club. ity reopens, The Officers’ Club pool presented will include veteran’s Family Services Conference Room. while Tuesdays switch to Salsa Champagne Sunday Brunch will be available Tuesday through preference, military spouse prefer- Childcare is reimbursable upon instruction. For more information, at the Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for lap ence, and the SF-171 will be provid- request. To register, call 257-8803. call 254-7660. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Member swim, 1 to 5 p.m. for recreational ed. If you are considering federal Safety Inspections available at Hot Country Nights pricing is $17.50 plus $3 with swim, and 5 to 6 p.m. for lap swim; employment, this workshop is a the Auto Skills Center Monday Wednesday evenings features DJ champagne and non members pric- Saturday, Sunday and holidays, must. Call 257-7790. through Friday from noon to 6 p.m. Charlie Garrett and the weekly pool ing is $19.95 plus $3 with cham- recreational swim time is from 12 to Interviewing Workshop to be and on Saturdays, Sundays and hol- tournament. pagne. Children 8 to 12 pay $6.95, 5 p.m.; and Monday, the pool will held Thursday will provide a gener- idays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. or children 5 to 7 pay $3.95, and there be closed. During recreational swim al overview of the interviewing until openings are filled. For more is no charge for brunch for children times, one lane will be open for lap process. Topics include tips on information, or to make an Staff NCO Club 4 and younger. Reservations are swimming. researching prospective employers, appointment, call 254-7675. highly recommended. Be sure to LINKS Training available to types of interviews, and typical Exceptional Family Member 254-5481 call ahead for seating arrangements. spouses who are new to the island questions to expect. For more infor- Program A three-day support or the military lifestyle. LINKS pro- mation and to sign up, call 257- group meets the fourth Tuesday of Pub Night at the Pub with vides basic information necessary to 7790. each month at the LINKS house in No Name Rocks Wednesdays acquaint them with the unique Sponsorship Training will be Building 3074. Childcare is provid- through Saturdays from 6 to 9 p.m. All Hands aspects of the Marine Corps and held Thursday and is mandatory for ed free of charge. For more details, Members will receive discounted Navy life. This Tuesday and all personnel assigned as sponsors call 257-7783.

MMOVIEOVIE TTIMEIME Memoirs of a Geisha (PG-13) Friday at 7:15 p.m. Prices: For Friday and Saturday shows at 7:15, prices are $3 for adults, 12 and older; $1.50 for children 6 to Fun with Dick and Jane (PG-13) 11. Matinee prices are $2 for adults, $1 for children. Parents must purchase tickets for R-rated movies in person Friday at 9:45 p.m. at the box office for children 16-years-old and younger. Prices for Sunday, Wednesday shows at 6:30 and Friday King Kong (PG) Saturday at 7:15 p.m.NO LATE SHOW and Saturday shows at 9:45 are $2 for adults and $1.50 for children. Show your ID card when purchasing tick- ets. Entry is free for children 5 and younger. Fun with Dick and Jane (PG-13) Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Sneak Preview Policy: One hour and 45 minutes prior to the movie, tickets will be issued to first priority The Family Stone(PG-13) patrons waiting in line, then second and third priority patrons. Sunday at 6:30 p.m. In an effort to prevent piracy, the following security measures will be enforced on base for sneak preview screen- Memoirs of a Geisha (PG-13) Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. ings: bag checks, confiscation of cameras or cell phones with picture taking capability (items will be returned after screening), magnetometer wanding, audience scanning with night vision goggles during screening. The Family Stone(PG-13) Friday at 7:15 p.m. The Base Theater and film companies thank you in advance for your cooperation and hope you will enjoy the The Producers (PG-13) show. For recorded information, call the Base Theater at 254-7642. Friday at 9:45 p.m. HAWAII MARINE FEBRUARY 17, 2006 • B-3 Save Marina offers sea- on worthy adventure food funds with DeCA

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Anyone who shops at the Photo courtesy of MCCS local commissary knows how low the prices can be com- Deb Trzcinski on location. Learn to Sail pared to civilian grocery stores Story courtesy of LifeLines San Diego MWR marinas If the prospect of maneu- and now you can find even offer sailboats, kayaks, vering a boat through water more savings by visiting the A trip to the local hardware canoes and powerboats, gets you all tied up in knots, Defense Commissary Agency store is a reminder that there while in Jacksonville, Fla., never fear. Adult instruction Web site. You'll get coupons, could be more to life on you can rent these as well as classes ranging from begin- learn about sales and Best Saturday and Sunday than speedboats, bass boats and ner to advanced are offered Value Items, and see new the resonance of power saws pontoon boats. at several MWR/MCCS mari- recipes, as well as find links to and lawnmowers. White sails If wave riding is more your nas. other Web sites that serve mil- fill the harbor and the sound style, the marina at MCB Prices for classes might itary families. of lapping waves are calling. Hawaii rents windsurfing run from $40 for a one-day To locate and learn about No boat? No skills? No prob- equipment. advanced class to $85 for a your nearest commissary, click lem. Crescent Harbor Marina at two-day intermediate or on the "locations" tab. Each Lance Cpl. Roger L. Nelson If you're interested in tak- Whidbey Island, Wash., fea- beginner class. ing to the sea as captain of tures a variety of rentals, Who knows, you might be commissary provides a list of Mariam Escher, military family member, and Angel Rios, caregiver, your own vessel, you may be including large vessels eligible for a membership in business hours, driving direc- take advantage of one of their military benefits by shopping at the tions, spotlighted events, spe- Kaneohe Bay Commissary where they save up to 49 percent on some in luck. Marinas operated by equipped with experienced the Navy Sailing Association cialties — such as special- of the grocery items they purchase. Morale, Welfare and skippers. At Whidbey Island, in no time. order meat, veggie, or fruit Recreation and Marine Corps you can arrange the "date of A free Boat Smart class is trays, or a "grab ‘n go" section Community Services can be the century" aboard the offered at Pelican Point — services, and even the man- found on or near installa- Lively, a 44-foot, sailboat, for Marina in Cherry Point. This agers’ names. If you have any tions in various locations a mere $35 an hour (com- class covers many topics and questions or concerns, the around the world. These mand functions warrant a 10 will include the receipt of a commissaries list their e-mail marinas service military percent discount). safety certificate and boating address so you can communi- members and their families, Typical Costs permit. cate with them directly. offering watercraft rentals at Boats at many locations Youth Camps The spotlighted events sec- affordable prices. are rented by the hour, day or Young skippers are wel- tion often mentions upcom- Locations Near You week, and prices vary accord- come, too. Check with your ing sales and how to find the Currently, there are 22 ing to size and type of vessel local MWR/MCCS marina for Best Value Items, which MWR marinas located as well as location. Fees the availability of youth sail- means that those items are throughout the continental might range from $8 to $40 a ing camps. The marina at comparable in quality to the United States and Hawaii. day for smaller boats, such as MCB Quantico and Fiddlers national brand but sold at a Overseas MWR marinas can canoes, kayaks and alu- Cove Marina in San Diego lower price than at civilian be found at Guantanamo minum boats. Large boats offer sailing camps for youth supermarkets, and sometimes Bay, Cuba; Guam; Yokosuka, tend to be rented by the hour throughout the summer. they're even much lower than Japan; Roosevelt Roads, at rates anywhere from $7 to Camp prices vary, depending the normal 30.4 percent sav- Puerto Rico; and Rota, Spain. $20 per hour. on eligibility. ings that you'll find at the Sites for MCCS marinas or Requirements Boat Storage Available commissary. boat rental facilities include Certification as a beginner, MWR/MCCS marinas offer Once you know the loca- Okinawa, Japan; Kaneohe intermediate, or advanced affordable storage for current tion of your nearest commis- Bay, Hawaii; Yuma, Ariz.; boater may be required for boat owners. Slip rental fees sary, the "Shopping" section Quantico, Va.; Camp rental. You may also be asked average well below $10 per will help you hunt down the Pendleton Calif., and MCRD to prove your abilities in foot, per month. You may San Diego. North Carolina is order to rent powerboats. also find amenities such as BVIs. Under "Visit Our Savings Photo Courtesy of Rod K.T. Kam Aisle" is a complete list of the big boating country with sev- At the Oura Wan Beach showers, bathrooms and Atuvai Savea, a Marine Corps Exchange employee, helps a family to BVIs, plus bargain products eral MCCS marinas located at Marina in Okinawa you must laundry facilities on the complete their purchases. Retail position such as this are among the broken down by category, or near Cherry Point, Camp take a free introductory safe- grounds. many you can work in when you join the MCCS staff. MCCS Lejeune and New River. ty class prior to renting Bring Guests such as frozen foods, grocery, Personnel Office workers are constantly looking for people to fill A Boat for Everyone and boats. Civilian guests without health and beauty aids. full-time, part-time and flexible-schedule positions. MCCS encour- This section is similar to ages everyone from retiree's to those without much work experience Everyone in a Boat Be prepared by finding out IDs are welcome when the mailers that advertise sale to consider joining the more than 700 employees who already work The type of watercraft about necessary require- accompanied by an eligible items in civilian grocery stores at MCB Hawaii. available varies depending ments ahead of time. sponsor. by listing what percentage the items are discounted when compared to the regular price. You can make out your shop- ping list by looking at com- missary products where the BVIs and national promotion items are flagged. If you need fresh meal ideas when you're making out your shopping list, the "Shopping" section also has a "Find a Recipe" section. There are recipes for practical dinners like potato corn chowder with chicken, or cute decorative desserts such as Poppy the Penguin popcorn balls. Many more links are provided that contain recipe ideas. Kraft, Nabisco and Kellogg’s have Web sites dedicated to the mil- itary, and these sites advertise special offers of their products at the commissaries. One good resource is Military Shoppers. After regis- tering with the Web site, you can stretch your food dollar even further by printing coupons from the "Military Store Coupons" section. Military Shoppers mails out "Judy Johnson" coupons to those who live in on-base housing; these coupons are good only at commissaries. If you live off base, you can receive them by signing up in the Judy Johnson coupon sec- tion. This site also offers free classified ads, base informa- tion and a local entertainment guide. Active duty service mem- bers, Reservists and their spouses have unlimited access to the commissary. An ID card is all that is required to use the commissary. By shopping at the com- missary, a family of four can save $2,440 per year, with average savings of 30.4 per- cent compared to civilian gro- cery stores.

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The Pink OVIE EVIEWS Panther The Hawaii Marine’sOVIE movie reviews are the sole opinions of our writers. HawaiiEVIEWS Marine does not solicit endorsements or MM RR NOW PLAYING compensations from the film industry or any other parties. Film filled with dimwitted humor Flick full of dry humor Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson on the coach’s former girlfriend, Combat Correspondent Xania, played by Beyonce Lance Cpl. Roger L. Nelson Xania — Beyonce Knowles — as the main sus- Knowles; and with the Combat Correspondent pect. When going into the movie theater, help of his trusty assis- With his trusty sidekick, Gendarme Gilbert again with low expectations, I hoped to tants Gendarme Gilbert Have you ever seen a movie preview or trail- Ponton, played by Jean Reno, who is constant- be somehow wowed by how the movie Ponton, played by Jean er and knew immediately that you would ly reporting back to Dreyfus, Martin shows his was slightly better than what I thought it Reno, and Nicole, leave the theater disappointed and feeling like ignorance of the English language – mispro- would be. played by Emily Mortimer, he sets you have just wasted two hours of your life? nouncing words like hamburger. Well I was. I laughed maybe twice, and out to solve the case. Well go see Director Shawn Levy’s new flick, There was really nothing at all spectacular that was indeed more than I expected The movie is filled with stupid “The Pink Panther,” and you’ll have the feel- about this movie. The only funny parts with Shawn Levy’s new flick, “The Pink humor at which you sometimes ing that you could have spent your time more involved flatulence and the idiocy of the lan- Panther.” feel obligated to laugh, but then wisely doing something else. guage, but the movie couldn’t keep a constant With what dimwitted humor it did you realize what a waste of breath This knock off of the 1964 movie directed level of humor and couldn’t keep the audience posses, I had the feeling that I would have that would be and hold back. by Blake Edwards starts out as Inspector awake. been happier if I had been staring at a There is a funny part that Jacques Clouseau’s, played by Steve The movie was, honestly, terrible, and cabinet or watching dust particles collect. involves Clouseau attempting to Martin, clumsiness is noticed by made me want to leave after about the first 25 If I was doing that, then I could at least pronounce the word hamburger. Chief Inspector Dreyfus, played by minutes. wipe them off and know that I at least did Boy, that was sure worth my Kevin Kline. I would highly suggest staying home and something more meaningful for two money … oh wait. No it wasn’t. With Clouseau’s doing something more entertaining with your hours. I wouldn’t recommend this movie, inelegance, Dreyfus spare time — like watching the grass grow. The movie begins with the murder of a simply because it isn’t any good. Not realizes he can If you do decide to waste two hours of your world famous soccer coach whose price- entertaining, not funny – and if you become a well-known detective if he solves life, I propose you bring something to enter- less, pink panther diamond ring is stolen. thought the movie previews made the case of the famous Pink Panther dia- tain you, so you will stay awake during the To solve the case, the government the movie look simply awesome, mond. movie. You may also want to schedule a coun- need a good detective, but somehow, you’ll be disappointed. After Clouseau is introduced, he is sent seling session afterward, because you will there are none to be found. Chief Why did I see the movie? I didn’t out into Paris to find the diamond. While in more than likely be wishing you could get Inspector Dreyfus, Kevin Kline, summons have to pay for it, other than that, I search of the Pink Panther, he encounters back those previous hours of your life. the expertise of Inspector Jacques would have watched something more many twists and turns in the case of the stolen Clouseau, played by Steve Martin. worth my time, like perhaps -- an diamond and pursues the victim’s girlfriend, Clouseau immediately sets his sights unplugged television. Job opportunities He who prepares for War.... for spouses Editors Note: Proud military mom Jeanne Lambert sent Hawaii Marine the following poem. It was writ- ten by her son, 3/3, Pfc. Alex Lambert, a marine assigned to 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment. Alex agement gateway system to provide job joined the Marines in March 2005. LIFELines Research Staff portability and career continuation for mili- tary spouses. He Who Desires Peace Prepares for War! Both blood and gore will pound a shore Quality of life for military families trans- The MSCCN does not charge a job posting Not knowing truth but only deception The time will come when times no more. lates to enhanced force readiness and or job placement fee to employers, the mili- I stand in my boots self-corrected. And people will rise in the final hour increased retention of qualified and experi- tary, or military spouse job applicants. Its Knowing the truth and what is expected Not knowing death but only power. enced military personnel. For this reason Deb web portal is for the exclusive use of military Keeping quiet while the world gets hectic. Feeling the day turning sour...... Kloeppel, a military spouse, developed the spouses. The truth I know and so want to tell ...... Like a cold winter shower. Military Spouse Corporate Career Network, a MSCCN is composed of and funded by a nonprofit, corporate direct hire program ded- nationwide network of employers who have Portrays a chapter straight out of hell. Mothers and children lock you doors icated to providing career opportunities and stepped up to the plate to support military We fear to grieve for the ones lie dead America's Battalion is ready for war. job portability for military spouses through a spouses and families. For fear of death of those in sight. nationwide network of employers. The MSCCN is staffed by a core group of The light feels near but not just yet Transfers between duty stations are a fact military spouses who have experienced first- There's a place to be and a time for dept. of military life. hand the joys and rigors of military life. For They can cause job loss and career inter- more information go to http://msccn.org. ruption for military spouses, resulting in eco- Good luck in your job search. As I count the weeks day by day nomic hardship for military families. The I open my mouth with little to say. stress of the household move, coupled with The thought's I've known have gone away the loss of secondary income, can detract But the memories I have are here to stay. from the military member's effectiveness I wish I could have done things a different way, and, ultimately, overall military retention But now I'm here and I have to stay. rates. The Military Spouse Corporate Career The thought of war makes it hard to say Network couples the power of this growing, I'm having fun the Marine Corps way. nationwide network of like-minded employ- Though trained to kill on a daily basis ers, through an Internet-based, talent man- Will I have nightmares of dying faces? File Photo

HAWAII MARINE FEBRUARY 17, 2006 • B-5 MMARINEARINE MMAKEPONOAKEPONO OONN THETHE MMENUENU OAAnTT AAtheNDERSONNDERSON MHHenuALLALL at Anderson Hall HAWAIIAN FOR “MARINE BARGAINS” Pizza slices butter frosting Thursday Garlic bread Assorted fruit pies Lunch Garage Sale Marble cake with Turkey a la King chocolate icing Wednesday Beef porcupines Moving sale this Saturday from 6 to Assorted fruit pies Lunch Mashed potatoes 11 a.m. at 6541-B Faleatine, Place. Kailua. Pork adobo Boiled egg noodles Call 721-7721. Sunday Beef yakisoba French fried okra Dinner Pork fried rice Simmered mixed vegetables Furniture Barbeque beef cubes Vegetable stir fry Turkey gravy Baked turkey and noo- Corn O’Brien Tomato gravy Leather chair $500. Maple veneer dles Oatmeal cookies Marble cake with chocolate and Asian hardwood, seven-piece dining Steamed rice Strawberry shortcake cream frosting table, $500. Air hockey table, $50. Sofa Creole green beans Assorted fruit pies Pineapple upside down cake and chair, $300.Call 721-7721. Simmered cabbage Assorted fruit pies Tomato gravy Dinner Custom wrought - iron bedroom Ginger molasses cook- Steak smothered with onions Dinner set with queen - size canopy bed, room ies Southern fried catfish Braised liver with onions divider and chair, $1,100. Call 664-3830. Spice cake with butter Mashed potatoes El Rancho stew cream frosting Baked macaroni and cheese Honey ginger chicken Three-piece sectional with built in Today Southern-style green beans Rice pilaf recliner and hideaway bed, $400. Lunch Monday Peas and carrots Boiled egg noodles Antique 7-Up metal cooler, $100. Call Southern fried catfish *(PRESIDENT’S DAY) Brown gravy Lyonnaise carrots 254-0864. Southern fried chicken Dinner Oatmeal cookies Club spinach Pets Barbecued spareribs Beef brogul Strawberry shortcake Chicken gravy Hopping John (black-eyed peas Fresh baked Cajun fish Assorted fruit pies Marble cake with chocolate with rice) Mashed potatoes cream frosting Free female dog, Lab, Shepard Baked macaroni and cheese Rice pilaf Ridgeback mix, house broken and good Glazed sweet potatoes Club spinach with children. Call 772-9886. Corn on the cob Mixed vegetables Southern style greens Brown gravy Ads are accepted from active duty and Carrot cake Chocolate chip cookies retired military personnel, their family mem- Pecan pie Assorted fruit pies bers and MCB Hawaii civil service employees. Vanilla cream pudding Ads are free, but should consist of no more Butter cream frosting Tuesday than 20 words. Ads will appear in two issues Sweet potato pie Lunch of the Hawaii Marine, on a space avail- Simmered corned beef with able basis. Those interested in advertising Dinner mustard sauce must bring a valid DoD-issued ID to the Roast turkey Honey glazed cornish hens Hawaii Marine office. Beef pot pie Parsley buttered potatoes The deadline for submitting ads to the Mashed potatoes Fried cabbage Hawaii Marine is 4 p.m. the Friday of the Buttered egg noodles Simmered carrots week prior to publication. Calico corn Egg noodles Makepono may be used only for noncom- Simmered broccoli Chicken gravy mercial classified ads containing items of per- Savory bread dressing Peanut butter cake with peanut sonal property. Turkey gravy butter frosting Forms may be filled out Monday through Cranberry sauce Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at Sugar cookies Dinner the MCB Hawaii Public Affairs Office, locat- Turkey pot pie ed in Building 216 aboard Kaneohe Bay. Saturday Sweet & sour pork Ads are run on a first-come, first-served Dinner Steamed rice basis. Baked lasagna Jefferson noodles To renew an ad or for more information, Chicken parmesan Simmered broccoli call the Hawaii Marine office at 257- Spaghetti noodles Simmered pinto beans 8837 or 257-8835. Marinara sauce Turkey gravy Italian mixed vegetables Chow mein noodles Simmered peas and carrots Peanut butter cake with peanut Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson Hawaii MMARINEARINE

HAWAII MARINE C SECTION SSPORPORTSTS FEBRUARY 17, 2006

Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson NFC defensive backs Ronde Barber and Roy Williams and linebacker Jeremiah Trotter gang tackle AFC running back Ladainian Tomlinson during the 2006 Pro Bowl game in Honolulu. More than 49,000 fans showed up to cheer on their favorite NFL players. Defense boosts NFC over AFC in Pro Bowl Lance Cpl. Ryan Trevino Texas. “We all had the expec- Sports Editor tation to go in and win the game, and we did.” Players The National Football Vasher said he’s enjoying Conference edged out the his week in Hawaii. American Football “I got another day to relax Conference, 23-17, Sunday in before I go back to Chicago,” visit the 2006 Pro Bowl game at said Vasher. “This was a great Aloha Stadium in Honolulu. end to the season, and it gives This gave the NFC its second me motivation going into Pro Bowl victory in the last six next season.” K-Bay years. Defense continued to dom- More than 49,000 fans inate in the second half when Lance Cpl. Edward C. shook the stadium as these NFC linebacker Derrick Brooks deBree two powerhouses, jam-packed of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Combat Correspondent with All-Star players, clashed robbed a pass from AFC quar- in what turned out to be a terback Trent Green of the When National Football game highlighted by defen- Kansas City Chiefs and League players arrived on the sive play. returned it 59 yards for a island to compete in this Both offenses recorded a touchdown. This put the NFC year’s Pro Bowl, it was not all combined total of six intercep- in the lead 17-10. Brooks, in business for some. tions. AFC quarterback Peyton his ninth straight Pro Bowl Feb. 8 and 9, three Pro Manning, of the Indianapolis game, took home top honors Bowl players came aboard Colts, led the way for both as the game’s Most Valuable base to meet Marines and teams in this category with Player. The award earned him Sailors and to have a good three — all of which were a brand new Cadillac for his time experiencing some of the thrown in the first half. He efforts, which was presented things the service members go did, however, manage to to him after the game. through on a daily basis. throw one touchdown pass to Turnovers were not the “It’s been really fun coming Miami Dolphins wide receiver only thing present last here and seeing what you Chris Chambers in the first Sunday. Military involvement guys do,” said Mike Schneck, quarter to improve his record was also abundant during the long snapper for the Buffalo for most touchdowns thrown game and its corresponding Bills. “I want to thank you in Pro Bowl games to 12. festivities. The Leap Frogs, the guys for giving me the chance NFC cornerback Nathan Navy Seals’ parachute team, to come here.” Vasher, of the Chicago Bears, revved up the atmosphere Schneck and New Orleans was the first to pick off a when they jumped out of a Saints’ center LeCharles Manning pass. Vasher, in his plane high above Aloha Bentley came here Feb. 8. first Pro Bowl appearance said Stadium before landing safely Upon arrival, they were greet- he thought his team did what on the field. Also present in ed at the Pacific War they needed to do to pull out military form were Marines Memorial by members of K- the win. and Sailors from Marine Corps Bay’s 2005 intramural football “We did a good job, even Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay. championship team, Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson though we had turnovers,” They were recognized for their Headquarters Battalion NFC defensive tackle Shaun Rogers, of the Detroit Lions, takes a flying leap at AFC quarterback Peyton Manning of the Indianapolis Colts. The NFC defeated the AFC for the second time in six years in front of said the second-year NFL play- a sold-out crowd at Aloha Stadium. er from the University of See NFC, C-2 See PLAYERS, C-4 C-2 • FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII MARINE Sports Briefs

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SM&SP Dodge Ball Tournament – Single Marine & Sailor Program will host a dodge ball tournament Feb. 17 at the Camp Smith Semper Fit Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The tournament costs $10 per team and is open to all eligible SM&SP patrons and invited staff noncommissioned officers. The SM&SP is a highly energized pro- gram with a singular mission: to address and enhance the quality of life for Single Marines and Sailors in a measurable man- ner. This is accomplished through six core components: quality of life, recreation, health and wellness, community involve- ment, life skills and career progression The SM&SP is open to all unaccompa- nied E-1s through E-5s. Their office is locat- ed in Building 1629 and can be reached by calling 254-7593. March 25

CSSG-3 Swamp Romp — The 12th Annual Combat Service Support Group 3 Swamp Romp is right around the corner. Referred to as Hawaii’s dirtiest footrace, the Swamp Romp returns to Kaneohe Bay March 25. The race begins at the Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson Boondocker Building, neighboring the Cheerleaders entertain fans during Sunday’s Pro Bowl game. Each NFL team had one cheerleader and their team mascot present at the 2006 game. Marine Corps Exchange Annex parking lot. NFC, from C-1 Six-person teams will negotiate an obstacle- laden course that includes mud, crawling, participation in helping setup halftime jumping, swinging, sounds of combat, and props. more mud. Among the volunteers was Kevin Fischer, For more information on the Swamp a Marine from K-Bay, who came out to lend Romp, call the varsity sports coordinator at a helping hand. 254-7590. “All the military involvement lets us know that they appreciate what we do,” said Fischer. AFC strong safety Troy Palamalu of the Ongoing Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers had some things to say about military sup- Paintball Hawaii port during events like the Pro Bowl. “You see it in every game, and I think Nestled behind the Lemon Lot, is that’s important,” said the soft-spoken Paintball Hawaii. Palamalu. Cost is $25 per person and includes one “It’s just a blessing being out here — espe- air refill, equipment and the field fee. The cially coming off the Super Bowl,” he added. field is open on weekends from 9 a.m. to 5 Palamalu forced one of the game’s nine p.m. fumbles when he hit NFC running back Tiki Call 265-4283, for Friday appointments. Barber of the New York Giants early in the game. All the turnovers during the game Personal Trainers Available at made it look somewhat unorganized, accord- Semper Fit ing to Mark Cato, another K-Bay Marine who volunteered to work the event. For those looking to get into a tailored “It was pretty sloppy, but you can expect exercise regiment, or for those just looking that because the players don’t have much for some good advice on weight manage- time to practice together,” said Cato. ment and weight control, the Semper Fit NFC running back Warrick Dunn of the Center offers free personal training consul- Atlanta Falcons had something similar to say tation. about the overall play quality of the game. You can schedule an appointment with a “It is an all-star game, but it’s not going to trainer who will take body-fat measure- be perfect,” said the nine-year veteran. “But, ments, blood-pressure and heart-rate read- we made enough plays to win.” ings. Warrick rushed for 12 yards on seven They will tailor a program, based on your attempts during his third Pro Bowl appear- physical needs and ambitions for $5 per ance. workout. According to Cato, it’s obviously not all about who wins or loses, but something of much more value. Cpl. Michelle M. Dickson “This is a privilege for people in Hawaii to Community AFC quarterback Peyton Manning of the Indianapolis Colts looks down field for a open man during the come out and see the players they idolized 8th Annual Fort DeRussey 2006 Pro Bowl in Hawaii. Manning threw three interceptions during the first half of the game. during the regular season.” Biathlon

Fort DeRussy Beach will be the site of a Prepare to get a little dirty biathlon and children’s race, March 4. The 8th Annual Fort DeRussy Biathlon Ed Hanlon V Barkdull, MCCS Varsity and Keiki Run-Swim-Run will begin with the Marine Corps Community Services Sports Coordinator. adults at 7 a.m. followed by the children at The event costs $120 8:20 a.m. in front of Hale Koa Hotel. Marine Corps per team of six. For regis- Adults can choose a long course, which Community Services and tration and payment consists of a 5-kilometer run and a 1-kilome- Combat Service Support options log on to ter swim, or a short course, which is a 2.5- Group 3 are looking for a www.mccshawaii.com. kilometer run and a 500-meter swim. few teams who want to All runners will also Distances for the children’s race vary by age. experience what it means receive a participation T- Costs to register are $18 for individuals, to be a Marine. Well, at shirt, proving that they $16 for students and $15 for military. least for one day, that is. were tough enough to Affordable parking is available in the Hale Oahu’s dirtiest overcome the Swamp Koa Hotel parking garage for military and footrace, the legendary Romp. general public. Swamp Romp, returns Awards and medals Athletes who want to participate can reg- here Mar. 25. The race will be provided to the ister online at www.active.com. will begin at the first-, second- and third- Boondocker Building, place finishers. Base unit Run to the Sun Heads up neighboring the Marine teams will be awarded Haleakala Corps Exchange Annex the Commanding parking lot. The race General’s fitness series Run to the Sun is a 36-mile ultra starts at 7 a.m. sharp. points for participation. marathon starting at sea level and climbing This event is open to Teams may enter in to the 10,023-foot summit of Haleakala, leg- any daring team, includ- the following divisions endary “Home of the Sun,” and will take ing the public. CSSG and based on team member’s place March 25. This challenging course is Marine Corps accumulative ages. not for the novice marathoner. Entrants Community Services are Young Men: Total age must be 18 or older and rigorously prepared inviting military, school, not greater than 120. to meet the challenge of the strict 10-hour government and sports Warriors Men: Total age time limit. teams, and anyone else more than 120, but less Detailed course and event information who thinks they can than 210. Masters Men: will be sent to each entrant upon receipt of handle this experience. Total age greater than application form and fee. Relay teams of Runners must have a 210. Women Open: Total three persons may also enter Run to the Sun. team of six, and all team age not greater than 210. There will be no race-day registration. members must finish Masters Women: Total Entry fee is $95 for individuals and $150 together. Teams that fin- age greater than 210. for relay teams, if registered by March 17. ish without a teammate Mixed: 3 men, 3 women, Runners can enter by mailing in a form will be penalized 60 sec- any age. available at www.virr.com/run_2_sun.html onds from their total race One hundred ninety- or by registering online at www.active.com. time. six teams entered the Every year, the race’s 2005 Swamp Romp, and Hawaii Marine Accepts course changes to keep this year the event is Briefs returning teams guess- open to 250 teams. ing. For more information, To post sports and recreational briefs in “The most recent call MCCS Varsity Sports the Hawaii Marine, e-mail requests to edi- addition to this event is at 254-7590 or MCCS [email protected] or call 257-8837. the option to register and Public Relations at 254- pay online,” stated Stacy 7679. Sgt. Joseph A. Lee HAWAII MARINE FEBRUARY 17, 2006 • C-3 TTHEHE BBOOTTTTOMOM LLINEINE

(Editor’s Note: “The Bottom Line” is a weekly sports commentary written by two sports aficionados who sometimes don’t see eye-to-eye. The Texan, Lance Cpl. Ryan Trevino, and The Vice,Tony Blazejack who hails from Miami. Send your “Reader’s Strike Back” comments to [email protected] and your suggestions will be considered. We look forward to hearing from you, whether you agree with one of us, both of us, or neither one of us.) Bottom Line ranks men’s college hoops teams

center Erek Hansen and his three blocks top. If they can put it all together, they The underdogs ... per game to compliment Brunner’s rule will make a serious run in the tournament. The powerhouses ... The Vice over the boards. The last WAC hope: Nevada The Texan Oklahoma, but they should With a solid overall team that is com- The leaders in the Western Athletic continue to sail smoothly Spring is nearly upon us at last, and for ing together at precisely the right time, Conference battled earlier in the week, Well, the heat is on! With through the rest of the sea- sports fans, that can only mean one thing: look for the Hawkeyes to be this year’s proving that if there is an NCAA con- March Madness approach- son. Texas’ 6’5 forward P.J. March Madness. Ah, yes. From the double- super-giant killer in the NCAA tourna- tender in the WAC, it is the Wolfpack. ing, every team in the run- Tucker is averaging almost a triple-headers on nearly every single net- ment. Nevada’s Nick Fazekas leads the team with ning for a bracket spot tends double-double this season work to the four games a day that come The most underestimated but still more than 21 ppg and vaulted the Pack to crank it up a notch to and is the backbone of this down to the final buzzer, few things in life respected team: George Washington past Louisiana Tech in last-second dramat- show everyone they have team. are as promising to basketball fans, and Is there such a thing as an underdog ic fashion. what it takes to win it all. 3-Gonzaga: I always love sports fans in general, than the days team ranked in the top 10? If there ever Nevada was placed on a bit of a pedestal This is an exciting time of watching the Bulldogs play. before and during the NCAA Tournament. were, it would be No. 7 George in the preseason, but they’ve risen to the college basketball, and I They are the classic Every team puts it all on the line for the Washington. At 10-0 in the Atlantic 10 level of play that was previously expected. don’t want to miss one sec- Cinderella story every year tournament, and it is easy to get lost in and 20-1 on the season thus far. The After Nevada’s dismal 3-3 start in the WAC ond, especially with the come tourney time. Man, I the fray. With all the hype and confusion, Colonials have hit the ground running and realizations that Fazekas can’t win overall quality of the teams don’t even think we can here are my top five teams to watch. and haven’t looked back. every game on his own, junior transfer this year. refer to them as a Cinderella They’re not the best teams going in, but Still, they don’t get much hype from Demarshay Johnson was among those Everyone seems to have team anymore, because they they are all capable of producing some the media. Up until everyone realized they who stepped up. With a 10-1 record at their own ranking system have been among the top serious drama within the brackets. could sweep the Atlantic 10, few took the home and six straight conference wins, when it comes to college teams in college hoops in Whether you lock yourself in a room Colonials seriously. With five guys averag- they are the clear WAC favorites, and real- hoops. Well, I thought it was recent years. Riding a 12- with a television for 10 hours at a time, ing double figures in scoring, one would istically, the only team capable of a NCAA time for the Bottom Line game winning streak, the simply bet the spreads and sleep on it, or wonder why. bid regardless of their finish in the confer- writers to implement one of Bulldogs can’t be stopped. just wait until the final four to hop on the Senior forward Pops Mensah-Bonsu hit ence. their own. Instead of listing Expect them to reach at least bandwagon, you will witness some of the the winning shot to pull the Colonials out It’ll be Nevada vs. Goliath in the tour- the top 25 teams, we each the elite eight during the best, most competitive battles ever waged of a potentially devastating loss against St. nament, so the Pack needs to throw every have narrowed it down to tourney. on hardwood floors. Keep your eyes on John’s last week, and continued to estab- offensive element they have into the mix. the top five. 2-Villanova: With a 20-2 the following: lish himself as a reliable offensive force. Junior guard Kyle Shiloh’s wicked-yet-con- 5-Tennessee: Led by record overall, Villanova has The team most likely to ruin your However, balance is the key to George servative three-point shooting may be the sophomore guard Chris the depth and speed to win team’s championship hopes: Iowa Washington’s game, and their ability to key against the bigger teams if they try to Lofton, the Volunteers keep it all. Guards Randy Foye The Hawkeyes found themselves atop spread out defenses will help them run shut down Fazekas, while sophomore inching forward in the rank- and Allan Ray are the best the Big Ten conference after a monumen- with the best. guard Marcelus Kemp is capable of work- ings. They lead the Southeast tandem of any back court in tal win over Michigan State, Tuesday. The Most dangerous team: LSU ing the perimeter with a consistent shot. Conference with a record of college basketball. They play game was a real test for Iowa, who the The Tigers enter the final leg of the The team with the most 9-1, having lost only to explosively and can hurt you Spartans pounded just three weeks ago in 2006 season on a defensive rampage. At 8- Cinderella symptoms: Bucknell Louisiana State University in more ways than one. East Lansing. Bouncing back from that 30- 2 (16-7 overall), LSU leads the South Not only do the No. 24 Bucknell Bison earlier in the season. Lofton, Villanova shares the spot- point loss, the Hawkeyes soundly defeated Eastern Conference West with a terroriz- get to relish in their first-ever top-25 rank- averaging 17.2 points per light with top-ranked Michigan State and found their first Big ing defense that mauls nearly nine steals ing, the entire Patriot League gets to cele- game is the key to this team’s Connecticut in the Big East Ten title since 1979 within reach.The Big and seven blocks per game. Last week’s brate, too. Bucknell is the first team success. The Vols have an Conference — the toughest Ten conference, the NCAA’s version of a loss to Florida by nine points was the ranked from the tiny league that also easy schedule to finish out in my opinion — but have a pitbull ring, has taken a backseat to pow- largest deficit of the season for the Tigers, hosts Army and Navy, and has been the the season, with Florida better conference record erhouses such as the University of who, in their previous six losses, were beat subject of much talk in February. being the only ranked team than their rivals. Connecticut and Duke. The Vice’s opinion by no more than five points. The ranking is deserved, if not insanely in their future. They are cur- Bottom Line-Duke: is that this makes the Hawkeyes much Junior guard Darrel Mitchell leads the overdue. Coming off of huge wins that rently riding a seven-game The Blue Devils keep it con- more dangerous. Iowa has a 16-game win- offense with more than 18 points per include Syracuse, St. John’s, and a shock- winning streak, and I don’t sistent every year. They raise ning streak at home and five-straight game, and has strong support in forwards ing upset over Kansas during the first see them losing heading into the bar for other teams to against ranked teams. In a conference Glen Davis (17.7 ppg, 9.5 rpg) and Tyrus round of last year’s NCAA tournament, the tournament. reach, but others rarely do. where every week is a dogfight, that says a Thomas (12.6 ppg, 9.1 rpg). LSU’s squad is Bucknell is like that scrappy little guy who 4-Texas: The University Duke’s J.J. Redick is the best lot. young, with no seniors in the starting would sit in the back of the classroom and of Texas Longhorns have player in college basketball Senior forward Greg Brunner, who is lineup. If their road record is any indica- nobody wanted to mess with. always been a force to be right now. He just broke the averaging more than 10 rebounds and 14 tion at 4-4, the Tigers need to use their The Bison are led by junior center Chris reckoned with in the Big XII record for most all-time col- points a game, along with guards Adam momentum beyond their defense and McNaughton with senior guards Kevin conference. The Longhorns lege 3-pointers. He just Haluska and Jeff Horner, lead the establish a solid offense. They can keep it Bettencourt and Charles Lee in the back- have dropped a couple of key makes it look so easy out Hawkeyes’ offense. Their aggressive close against any team in the NCAA, but games this season against there. The Blue Devils are the defense is dominating inside with senior they need that extra push to come out on See VICE, C-5 Duke and their bitter rival team to beat this March. C-4 • FEBRUARY 17, 2006 HAWAII MARINE IPAC Warriors snap four-game losing streak against Riders

Lance Cpl. Ryan Trevino Warriors point guard Edward Smith led the see her team come out on top for a change. with them,” said Lewis. “All we got to do is Sports Editor charge against the Riders, racking up seven “It feels really wonderful to win,” said Coach start taking advantage of when they miss.” points and seven assists. Guard Phillip Guzman Smith. “They worked hard, and they were tired Lewis was the game’s high-scorer with 12 The Installation Personnel Administration and forward Roderick Jackson both scored nine of losing. They pulled it off.” points and assist leader with eight. Forwards Center Warriors came from behind to win their during the game. The win ended a four-game The Riders managed to keep the lead for Andrew and Brian Washington had nine points first game of the Intramural Basketball League losing steak for the Warriors who have strug- most of the first half but let it slowly slip away. each for the Riders. season, Feb. 7, by defeating Anti-Submarine gled so far this season. HSL-37 falls to 2-3 for The momentum of the game started to change The Warriors controlled the pace of the Squadron Light 37 “A” Riders, by the score of the season. early in the second half when Rivers scored two game all through the second half, outscoring 45-38 at the Semper Fit Center here. The Warriors didn’t get their game going points in the paint to take the lead after snag- the Riders 27-17. Coach Smith noticed a “Come on, we got this game baby,” said an until the second half of the game. Trailing 19- ging a well-placed pass from beyond the three- change in the demeanor of her players during excited Mark Rivers, Warriors, in a team huddle 18 heading into the second half. They man- point line from Smith. halftime and said she thinks she knows why. during a timeout in the closing minutes of the aged to step up their game to pull out the win. Riders guard Audrey Lewis felt the shift in “They seem more focused lately,” said game. “We got this one.” “Basically, all we did was slow it down and momentum and had some simple advice on Smith. “It’s because the other team actually Rivers had six points during the game and trust our players,” said Smith. what his team needed to do to get it back. thinks they are going to win, and that’s motiva- kept his team going with plenty of motivation. Warriors Coach Chakeata Smith was glad to “We just got to get a little more physical tion for them.” Bikers devote time and energy for good cause

Cpl. Megan L. Stiner Diego, Hudson became to make sure the Hawaii chil- Combat correspondent inspired one day about how to dren can also benefit from the help his son. fundraiser the way the chil- While some spent Super “I just had a wild idea one dren in California do. Bowl weekend getting pre- day while I was riding my “I had a lot of fun,” said pared for the big game with bike,” said the Concord, Calif. Lazzo. “We didn’t raise a lot of snacks, party plans and native. “I figured I could com- money this time around, but friends, three men decided to bine biking and fundraising to we laid the groundwork for spend their time by taking a support my son.” future fundraisers, so I am different route. Literally. He said he then talked with glad I did it.” Michael R. Hudson, Luke a few people about the logis- Hudson said, the three men Lazzo and Jim Redquest, set tics of how to accomplish his raised a couple thousand dol- out for the Big Island Saturday goal, and soon after he had lars for riding the 280-miles morning in preparation for a the plan all set up. Since he around the Big Island. The three-day biking venture in was stationed in Camp money will be donated to the order to raise money for chil- Pendleton, Calif., he decided Hemophilia and Thrombosis dren in Hawaii who suffer to ride down the coast, a 640- Center of Hawaii. from hemophilia. mile route from San Francisco “Even though the course Hudson’s son, Ryan, suffers to San Diego. The last time he was shorter here,” said from the disease, which pre- was involved in this California Hudson, “it was much more vents blood from clotting nor- benefit, which was the fifth difficult because of the head mally and can lead to exten- annual ride, he helped raise wind and terrain, but it was sive bleeding. more than $60,000. The worth it in the end.” In order to support his son money was donated to a local Although Hudson and and others who bear the title hemophilia center. Lazzo, training officer for 3/3, of hemophiliacs, Hudson An avid participant, are scheduled to leave for decided to find a way to raise Redquest, decided to take over deployment soon, they said money for those who have the the program once Hudson left they hope to continue the disease that affects more than and also ended up being the fundraiser each year between 20,000 people in the United coordinator behind the Big deployments. States each year. Island ride. “Hopefully we can get more According to the Children’s “Since I have left participants and sponsors in Oncology Group and National California, Jim took over and the upcoming years,” said Childhood Cancer the sixth annual ride is com- Hudson. “That way we can Foundation, 1,681 deaths ing up in California soon,” raise more money for the chil- each year are caused by coagu- said Hudson. dren of Hawaii.” lation defects. Hudson said he Although he said he would For more information is well aware of the dangers of like to, Hudson said he doesn’t about the riding team and its the disease and how it affects have enough time to coordi- efforts, contact Jim Redquest those who suffer from it. nate rides in Hawaii, so at (619) 807-5486 or Michael While stationed in San Redquest took it upon himself Hudson at (619) 708-2232.

Tony Blazejack

Warriors point guard Edward Smith lays it up over Riders forward Andrew Washington. The IPAC Warriors won their first game of the season when they defeated the HSL 37 “A” Easy Riders.

HAWAII MARINE FEBRUARY 17, 2006 • C-5 PLAYERS, from C-1

Warriors. From there they made their way to K-Bay’s rifle range where they were greeted by Chief Warrant Officer 5 Carroll Duncan, officer-in- charge, Range Training Facility, Kaneohe Bay. “I hope you guys will have a fun time while on my range,” said Duncan after meeting the players. “I hope you go back and tell the rest of them to make their way over here.” The football players then fired weapons at the indoor simulated marksmanship trainer before heading out to the range to fire the 9 mm pis- tol and M-16A2 service rifle. After the range, they head- ed to Hangar 104 to meet the Sailors assigned to Patrol Squadron 4. They were given a brief overview of the squadron’s airplane, the P3 Orion, before taking a tour of the craft. The following day, Super Bowl champion Jeff Hartings, center for the Pittsburgh Steelers, made a family trip to the base. It was while he was at the Lance Cpl. Edward C. deBree Lance Cpl. Edward C. deBree rifle range that Hartings admitted that he had can- Buffalo Bills’ long snapper, Mike Schneck talks with Marines by the New Orleans Saints, LeCharles Bentley, gloats to his family members after hitting the target at the rifle Pacific War Memorial, Feb. 8, during a visit of the base. While here celled a previous engagement range here Feb. 8. Bentley was just one of the Pro Bowl players to make a visit here to meet Marines and the players fired rifles at the range and visited Patrol Squadron 4. Sailors. in order to come to K-Bay. He said that the players who had visited the base the day before told him much they enjoyed their tour, and Hartings want- ed to experience a trip to the range, too. Duncan said that next year he wanted to set up a rifle range competition between the players and maybe even shoot from a sniper tower.

VICE, from C-3 court. The Bison (20-3 overall) bring an aggressive, unselfish game and are undefeated in the Patriot League. They are a shoe-in for the NCAA tourna- ment, and anyone who has even a remote interest in col- lege hoops should keep an eye on these guys. It’s worth mentioning that two of their three losses this year came at the hands of then No. 1 Duke and No. 4 Villanova. Not bad for a school whose basketball arena can seat its entire student body plus change.

Intramural Baseball Standings (as of Feb. 13)

TEAM WINS LOSSES

HQBN 2 1

MAG 24 2 1

VP-4 2 1

VP-9 3 2

1/12 3 2

CLR-3 0 3

Intramural Basketball Standings (as of Feb. 14)

TEAM WINS LOSSES

MALS-24 8 0 VP-9 7 0 1/12 5 0 CSSG-3 4 0 VPU-2 4 1 HMH- 362 5 3 MESS HALL 4 4 VP-4 2 2 3D MARINE 2 2 REG. IPAC 1 4

HSL-37 1 5 “A” HSL-37 1 6 “B” MCAF 1 8 CSSG-3 (MAINT.) 0 1

2/3 0 2 G-6 “HQBN” 0 6

Hawaii MMARINEARINE

HAWAII MARINEOD SECTION NN PPOOIINNTTFEBRUARY 17, 2006 MarinesO take on NFL Military Challenge

Top: Sgt. Raymond Bell attempts to long snap a football through a hole in order to gain points for the Marine Corps team during the 2006 NFL Military Challenge. The Marine team won the competition the past two years but ended up in a tie for second place this year along- side the Army.

Left: Cpl. Gerald Provence (left) con- gratulates Staff Sgt. Shama Hernandez, after the throwing portion of the 2006 NFL Military Challenge. The Marines dominated the event which showcased Hernandaz' quarter- back skills. Although the Marine Team placed in the top three spots in almost every event, they ended the day in a tie for second with the Army team.

Story and Photos by es – with the Army hitting 10 for 10 and quarterback, threw every pass flawlessly, Cpl. Megan L. Stiner the Coast Guard hitting nine out of 10 – scoring in the high-point range. That win Combat Correspondent it did bring the Marines’ scores up put the Marine Corps team in a tie for enough to put them in a tie with the first place alongside the Air Force. But due Cpl. Gerald Provence kicks a football during the punting portion of the 2006 NFL Military Challenge at Kapiolani Park. This was the first Army for first place overall. to a scoring error, the Army was awarded time in three years the Marines did not win the challenge. Thirty service members from the four The third event brought Bell into the the tied first-place position. services and the Coast Guard went head spotlight for the snapping and long-snap- Although members of the Marine to head, showcasing their football skills ping portion of the competition. He Corps’ team and representatives made Feb. 10 at Kapiolani Park during the 2006 ended up getting one ball through the efforts, the error was not recognized by NFL Military Challenge. target, which was the third best effort the officials until the tie-breaking event The Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air behind the Navy and Air Force. had already been played and the Air Force Force and Coast Guard put together Cpl. Gerald Provence was the next was awarded the win. teams made up of their best football ath- competitor for the Marines in the punt Attitudes were somewhat bitter at first, letes in order to participate in this year’s portion of the challenge. Although he but the Marines said they thought as competitive event. was punting against the wind, he man- though they could have come out on top, For the past two years, the Marine aged to gain three points for his team. under different circumstances, but they Corps team came out on top, taking Provence said that he thought his per- were comfortable with their own per- home the winning trophy, medals and T- formance was less than outstanding. formance. shirts. Their goal this year was to make it The final test of skills, a pass and catch “All in all, it was a good experience,” a “three peat” and continue the tradition challenge, combined the efforts of every explained Hernandez. “We are confident of winning the challenge. team member. Each team was given one that had we been given the opportunity “We really wanted to come out and minute to gain as many points as possi- to go into the playoff competition, we win again this year,” said Sgt. Raymond ble. There were four target areas, each would have dominated.” Bell. “This was the last year for three of us worth a different number of points. The Once all was said and done, the teams to participate.” most points were awarded to the member all rallied together to receive their awards, After the first event, the 40-meter dash who caught the ball from the furthest dis- take pictures, shake hands with each relay, spirits were down for the six tance. other, and celebrate another year of foot- Marines who came in second behind the “The Marines are making this event ball coming to a close. Air Force team by one-tenth of a second. look easy,” said the commentator, mid- “It actually may have been good that The second event provided them with way through the event. we didn’t win this year,” said Hernandez, a little more breathing room as Sgt. The Marines’ dominated the throwing “It gave another team the chance to have Members of the Army team shake hands with members of the Marine team during the 2006 NFL Military Challenge. The Army and Gerald Golstien managed to kick eight of event, scoring eight more points than the 15 minutes of glory. We will be back next Marine Corps teams ended the challenge in a second place tie Feb. 10 field goals. Although the Marines’ team with the second highest scores – the year, fully prepared to take the trophy 10, at Kapiolani Park. score wasn’t the best out of all the servic- Air Force. Staff Sgt. Shama Hernandez, back.”