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Tackle Football C-1 Sports Briefs C-2 MMARINEARINE Health & Fitness C-7 Volume 31, Number 45 www.mcbh.usmc.mil November 15, 2002 Driver Ditching, Ditching, Ditching classes come to Hawaii Marines K-Bay get increased Sgt. Robert Carlson Press Chief

survivability Driver’s training is coming to Hawaii, and with new MCB Hawaii’s Marine Corps Community Services is working to egress trainer make it more convenient and affordable than what Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero is currently offered. Combat Correspondent The contracted courses will be held on MCB “Ditching, ditching, ditching,” roared one of the Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, and instructors prior to the training vessel being swal- the certified instructors lowed by hundreds of gallons of sparkling blue wa- will provide the necessary ter at the MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, swimming classes and important ex- pool during a Modular Amphibious Egress Trainer perience required for new demonstration, Nov. 7. drivers to pass their dri- The newly installed MAET provides some neces- ving test and get a dri- sary underwater egress training for the base “fre- ver’s license. quent-flyer” Marines and Navy corpsmen of the Schofield Army Ground Combat Element who ride as combat pas- Barracks offers similar sengers in helicopters and amphibious vehicles. programs now, and each “The training is designed to give the Marines the unit there has a program knowledge, practice and skill to significantly in- in place to train drivers. crease the chances of surviving a mishap that leaves The MCB Hawaii pro- them in the water or underwater, possibly inverted, gram will be similar, with and possibly in the dark,” said Petty Officer 1st Class the same or better prices, Fernando Santos, a corpsman with Branch Medical and will serve all MCB Clinic Pearl Harbor. Hawaii family members The MAET is commonly called a “dunker” and its who are ready to start cabin section is re-configurable to replicate the type driving. The Hawaii of seating and emergency exits found on Marine Marine Newspaper will Corps helicopters and amphibious vehicles. run an article in a future “The training teaches students how to properly re- edition which will outline act when a water ditching occurs,” said Chad the program’s require- Copeland, military sales and training manager for ments and the costs in- Survival Systems Groups USA Ltd., which designs volved. The MCB Hawaii and manufactures the training devices. “The MAET program is scheduled to system is designed similarly to the CH46 “Sea start Dec. 16. Knight” and CH53E “Super Stallion” helicopters Parents of kids aged 15- with escape hatches and exits to provide Marines 17 who are interested with a realistic scenario.” should contact MCCS at

Furthermore, the MAET is made of a stainless steel Sgt.Alexis Mulero 254-7679 and answer a James Gumling, MAET instructor and retired Navy corpsman, awaits the lowering short survey to help offi- See MAET, A-7 of the training vessel. cials customize the pro- gram to residents here. Governor, Hawaii residents honor veterans at State Cemetery Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle Korean War. “They are true he- tude goes out to them and their Combat Correspondent roes and they must not be forgot- families.” ten for the sacrifices they made After retired Sgt. Maj. Allan The Governor’s Veteran’s Day for our country.” Kellogg, a Medal of Honor recip- Ceremony took place at the Rubie gave the invocation dur- ient, placed a wreath, Marines Hawaii State Veteran’s ing the ceremony and said a from Headquarters Company, Cemetery, Monday, to honor prayer for all the veterans who 3rd Marine Regiment, performed those who served in wars past died during combat. a military honors rifle salute fol- and present. The Veteran’s Day address was lowed by a flyover by Company More than 50 veterans organi- given by Governor Benjamin J. C, 193rd Aviation Regiment, of zations were present from every Cayetano, who gave a heart- the Hawaii National Guard. branch of service. warming speech about how “Our veterans are the “This is a great way to honor America’s veterans have made lifeblood of our freedom,“ said all my fellow Marines and veter- our country the strong nation it is Rubie. “They gave their lives for ans who didn’t come home from today through their courageous our freedom and were the pro- combat,” said Father Richard actions during combat. tectors of peace when our na- Pfc. Monroe Seigle Rubie, a priest from the “Today we join Americans tion’s security was compromised. Members of the Chosin Few and other veterans organizations Assisiceltic Catholic Church and everywhere to honor our veter- We must remember them not on- join Father Rubie in a prayer at the ceremony. a veteran of World War II and the ans,” said Cayetano. “Our grati- ly on this day, but everyday.” Ohana Hotels, employees say “Mahalo” to Hawaii Marines and Sailors

Cpl. Jessica M. Mills Filipo Ilaoa, base sergeant major, at- conference room. Marines Sports Editor tended a free luncheon, Nov. 6, com- Mildred Courtney, corporate di- and Sailors pliments of Ohana Hotels Corp. in rector of government and military feasted on the buffet Outside the entrance to the Waikiki. liaison for Outrigger Hotels and during the Ohana East Hotel, Marines and Marines and Sailors from 1st Bn., Resorts, felt that the company real- luncheon Sailors from MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe 3rd Marine Regiment; 3rd Bn., 3rd ly needed to do something special at the Bay, piled onto the sidewalk. As Outrigger Marine Regiment and 1st Radio Bn. for the Marine Corps’ birthday, said Hotel and they exited vehicles, Ohana East attended a luncheon held at Duke’s Chuck Shishido, director of opera- at Duke’s employees placed leis around their Restaurant located in the Waikiki tions for Ohana Hotels. Courtney restaurant. necks and kissed their cheeks, wel- Outrigger, while the Marines and suggested and arranged the two coming them with aloha. Sailors from Headquarters Bn., luncheons with the help of the In honor of the Marine Corps’ MCB Hawaii and Combat Service Ohana Hotels staff. 227th birthday, 40 K-Bay Marines Support Group 3 attended a sepa- and Sailors, including Sgt. Major rate luncheon in the Ohana East See OUTRIGGER, A-7 Cpl. Jessica M. Mills A-2 • November 15, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

MCBH NEWS CG’CG’SS MMAILAIL BBOXOX BRIEFS ‘CONCERT ON THE COURT’ ‘’Lately, the housing office BEGINS SUNDAY AT 5 P.M. Jim Peters of Global Training Ministries International will delight MCB Hawaii has been issuing citations military, family members and civilian per- sonnel with a concert of faith, for all back- grounds, Sunday from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the ... in a random fashion.” Kaneohe Bay Chapel. BRIG. GEN. The “Concert on the Court” perfor- Submitted by Jennifer Nichols, family member MCABEE mances will include comedy and other en- tertainment, as well as looks at core values. “I would like to address the issue I think that perhaps some flexi- necessary to keep them neat. It al- Dan Siangco, with the band “One Heart of citations being issued for lawn bility in enforcing the regulation is so states that grass should not be and One Soul,” will open the event with maintenance in housing. in order, taking into account the rate shorter than one inch and no longer musicians from several local churches. I live in the Capehart housing at which the grass grows this time than three inches high. area and have a lawn service that of year. I am aware that at different times COMMISSARY OFFERS NEW cuts and edges my lawn once a I think a reasonable standard throughout the year the grass will HOURS STARTING MONDAY week, at a cost of $100/month. We would be to expect residents to cut go to seed; however, these seed The Commissary is changing hours to employ the service due to the rigors and edge once a week. Most of us stems are unsightly, do not present better serve the community. of my husband’s det schedule and do care about the general appear- a neat appearance, and therefore Starting Monday, it will be open the fact that we have small children. ance of our neighborhood, as is ev- must be mowed down. Saturday through Monday from 10 a.m. to Lately, the housing office has idenced by the improvements we Currently, two family housing 6 p.m., and Tuesday through Friday, 10 been issuing citations for lawns have made to the landscaping department employees issue cita- a.m. to 7 p.m. that, although they are being cut around our quarters, at our own ex- tions for lawn maintenance viola- once a week, have the “shooters” pense. tions aboard MCB Hawaii (Kaneohe MOKAPU HOSTS CONTEST growing through as a result of the Thank you for your attention to Bay, Camp H.M. Smith, and the The students and faculty of Mokapu reseeding process that is common this matter.” Manana housing areas) sighting Elementary School aboard MCB Hawaii, this time of year. Furthermore, over 2,600 housing units. This Kaneohe Bay, started their recycling con- these citations are being levied in a Jennifer Nichols process is lengthy and takes several test today, and participants are dashing to random fashion. days to complete. It is very likely see who can collect the most aluminum Houses on my end of Bancroft that they could sight one housing cans before Dec. 18. The contest involves were given 48 hours to remedy the Mrs. Nichols, area on Monday and not get to an students from kindergarten through sixth situation or pay a $65 fine, while adjacent area until several days lat- grade, and all participants will win prizes. around the curve on Bancroft, lawns I have been asked by the com- er. The class that collects the most weight in and bushes were clearly in violation manding general to respond to your You make a valid point with re- cans will be treated to a pizza party and a of the regulation and no notices email of Oct. 9 since your recom- gard to the common areas main- field trip to the Base Recycling Center, were served. mendation and concerns fall within tained by the base. In fact, we too which is supporting the event by picking Finally, I might suggest that if the my staff responsibilities. He appre- are taking steps to increase more up the cans at the school each week, weigh- base regulation is going to be en- ciates that you have taken the time frequent mowing. We have includ- ing them and providing progress reports. forced so stringently, more attention to participate in the “CG Mail” pro- ed the mowing of all housing com- Environmental Compliance and should be given to maintaining the gram. mon areas in our new Family Protection Department officials remind all common areas, for which the main- Let me start by saying that we ap- Housing Maintenance contract, that America Recycles Day 2002 is a great tenance department is responsible. preciate the extra effort you put in- which is programmed to begin in time to start a recycling program at home. Adjacent to my yard is a steep hill to your yard. It is apparent that you January 2003. In the interim, if you A collection point for several kinds of re- that is not my responsibility, yet this take great pride in the appearance feel that the common area adjacent cyclables sits adjacent the lending locker grass is only trimmed every other of not only your quarters, but also to your yard needs to be maintained and family housing office. month or so. It routinely grows to the neighborhood, and for that, you more frequently than what actually 12 inches or more. have my admiration and respect. occurs, please contact your area in- DEERS, CAC RELOCATE The Marine Corps and Naval of- The Family Housing Resident spector. He will contact the facili- The MCB Hawaii Defense Enrollment ficers who live in my area work long Handbook, provided in each quar- ties department to schedule the re- Eligibility System (DEERS), and Common hours, and it is not uncommon for ters, covers lawn maintenance quested maintenance. Access Card (CAC) identification system them to return home at night after guidelines. These guidelines not Again, thank you for taking the has moved to Bldg. 216, Room 75. dark. only help prevent havens for pests time to express your recommenda- The new center is located next to the Most of the wives work or have such as insects and rodents, they en- tions and concerns via the “CG Mail Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society office, small children at home during the sure the overall quality of life for all Program.” and hours have expanded from 7 a.m. to 5 day. In the evenings, most time is our residents. Specifically, para- p.m., Monday through Friday. allocated for soccer, baseball or graph 4001.1 states that residents Mr. Kent Murata homework. should mow their lawns as often as Assistant Chief of Staff, G-4 Hawaii (Editor’s Note: Letters of any length may be trimmed and edited in the interest of good taste and brevity.) The commanding general invites input from the base community via C.G. Mail on the following topics: What are we doing that we MARINE shouldn’t be doing? What are we not doing that we should be doing? What are we doing that we should be doing better? Commanding General Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee Responses should include a recommendation that will help solve the problem and must include your name and return address so that Public Affairs Director Maj. Chris Hughes staff may respond. Public Affairs Chief Gunnery Sgt. Rhys Evans For more information about how to send C.G. Mail, see the MCB Hawaii C.G. Mail page at www.mcbh.usmc.mil/command/cgmail.htm. Managing Editor Aiko Brum Press Chief Staff Sgt. Jesus A. Lora Staff Writer Sgt. Robert A. Carlson Staff Writer Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Staff Writer Cpl. Jason E. Miller Sports Editor Cpl. Jessica M. Mills Staff Writer Cpl. Richard W. Holtgraver Staff Writer Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle The Hawaii Marine is an unofficial newspaper ‘What is published every Friday by RFD Publications, Inc., 45-525 Luluku Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Marine prohibited Corps under exclusive contract to the U.S. Marine Corps. This civilian enterprise newspaper is an au- civilian thorized publication for members of the military ser- vices. Contents of the Hawaii Marine are not necessari- attire for ly the official views of or endorsed by the United States Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Marine Corps. All advertising is provided everyone by RFD Publications, Inc., 235-5881. The appearance of advertising in the Hawaii aboard Marine, including inserts and supplements, does not constitute endorsement of the firms’ products and services by the DoD, DoN or the U.S. Marine Corps MCB of the products or services advertised. Everything advertised in the Hawaii Marine shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage Hawaii?’ without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, polit- ical affiliation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. Editorial content or public service announce- ments (i.e. all content other than paid advertise- ments) is edited, prepared and provided by the Civilian clothing regulations aboard Public Affairs Office aboard Marine Corps Base MCB Hawaii are the focus of a new Hawaii. Opinions expressed are not to be consid- campaign to get residents and visi- ered an official expression of the DoD or the U.S. tors to adhere to the rules. This guide will be posted at public places Marine Corps. around the base to remind patrons at To contact the MCB Hawaii Public Affairs Office the Marine Corps Exchange, Annex, use the following addresses: 7-Day Store, Package Store and oth- er places, of what is not acceptable HAWAII MARINE, BOX 63062, BLDG. 216, as civilian attire. Base Order 1020.5B MCB HAWAII, KANEOHE BAY, HAWAII 96863 spells out new regulations, and in- E-MAIL: [email protected] cludes clear interpretation of exist- ing regulations. FAX: 257-2511, PHONE: 257-8840 Graphic by Lance Cpl. Nicholas J. Riddle HAWAII MARINE November 15, 2002 • A-3

WWORDORD ONON THETHE SSTREETTREET “What was your most memorable Marine Corps Ball, and Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero why?” Above — The 2002 uniform pageant at MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, displayed the many uniforms Marines and Sailors have worn since the birthday of the Corps, Nov. 10, 1775. Below Right — Sergeants James S. Lock and Cynita Morales, both of the Personnel Service Center, MCB Hawaii, represent present day United States Marines.

“This year’s MALS- 24 ball was my first ball since I enlisted last year, and I loved the camaraderie in it.”

Lance Cpl. Gerardo Banda

Administrative clerk MALS-24

Cpl. Jessica M. Mills Reliving history Hawaii Marines, Sailors bring Corps’ past to life “Last year was my first ball, and it was Cpl. Jessica M. Mills at the Dole Cannery. Sports Editor I had a lot of fun.”

Hundreds crowded Dewey Square Ines Perez and watched in wonder as Marines Family member and Sailors brought the past to life and told the story of the United States Marine Corps. In celebration of the Corps’ 227th birthday, MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, held its traditional uniform pageant “When I was and cake-cutting ceremony Nov. 8. stationed at 2nd Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Dressed in period uniforms and Maintenance Bn. in The 227th birthday celebration includ- Camp Lejeune, N.C., armed with weapons reflecting the there was a lot of ca- Cpl. Jessica M. Mills ed the traditional cake cutting ceremo- chronological history of the Corps, ny. maraderie between Marines re-enacted the the raising Marines and Sailors began the Marine the Marines I of the flag over Mt. Suribachi. As Corps story at Tunn Tavern, worked with, and they ran screaming onto the field Philadelphia, Pa., birthplace of the everyone had a lot and raised the flag, the crowd Corps. of fun because all of gave a standing ovation. us wanted to be As each ring of the bell tolled, an- there.” other piece of history came to life, from the Revolutionary, Civil and Sgt. Jesse Wilson Korean wars, to the Marines of today. The pageant’s final display was a Training NCO 1st Radio Bn. heartfelt re-enactment of the raising of the flag over Mt. Suribachi. The crowd gave a standing ovation as the American flag unfurled overhead in the center of the field. Following the uniform pageant, “In 1994, I was in a Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee, com- real small, but tight manding general of MCB Hawaii, unit while stationed quoted an unknown Marine from Khe at MAG-12 in Sanh who left a note pinned to an Iwakuni, and we celebrated our ball empty MRE package, “For those who in one of the have fought for it, life has a special hangars.” meaning that those protected will Cpl. Jessica M. Mills never know. Sgt. Arturo Vigil “Today was a great celebration of Sergeant Sean Habian, a military po- our beloved Corps. I could not have liceman with Military Police Dept., Staff auditor MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, thrusts his Headquarters Bn., been more pleased with the pageant rifle in a motivating performance of a MCB Hawaii Marines’ poise and motivation,” said World War II Marine. Brig. Gen. McAbee. “I was also proud Cpl. Jessica M. Mills to see the genuine affection from our family member and substitute teacher Lance Cpl. Craig Bochnak, Marines in the crowd when we called at Mokapu Elementary, brought her Communications Center operator, upon our veterans to stand and be rec- sixth grade class to the pageant. G-6, stands in the full Marine Corps uniform worn during the ognized,” “This was very educational and en- Vietnam War. Former Marine Vivian Thompson, joyable; it taught them a lot,” said 91, was the oldest Schuster. The female Marine present at “It’s a great morale boost, sharing “My ball in 1986 when I was attached Marines who the pageant and good “esprit de corps,” said Sgt. participated to BSSG-1 was the in the 2002 was served the Randal Lundquist, a communications first one I spent with uniform first piece of cake technician for Marine Corps Air my wife as a pageant during the cake Facility. “It’s a way to remind our ju- married couple.” pose with the oldest cutting ceremony. nior Marines where we came from and what we are still here for today.” Chief Warrant Marine During the cli- Officer 2 Darryl present, 91- max of World As Brig. Gen. McAbee re-empha- year-old Hicks Vivian War II, Thompson sized during his speech, our uniforms Thompson. served in the may have changed but our motives Fiscal officer Marine Corps as a have stayed the same. The Marines CSSG-3 supply officer. have landed, and everything is well in Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Ann Schuster, a hand. A-4 • November 15, 2002 HAWAII MARINE Research proves club drug dangers Across the country, teens and young adults enjoy all-night dance parties known as “raves” and increasingly encounter more than just music Alan I. Leshner, Ph.D. Director, National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health

Dangerous substances known collec- tively as club drugs — including Ecstasy, GHB and Rohypnol — are gaining pop- ularity. These drugs, however, aren’t “fun drugs.” Although users may think these sub- stances are harmless, research has shown that club drugs can produce a range of unwanted effects, including hallucina- tions, paranoia, amnesia, and, in some cases, death. When used with alcohol, these drugs can be even more harmful. Some club drugs work on the same brain mecha- nisms as alcohol and, therefore, can dan- gerously boost the effects of both sub- stances. Also, there are great differences among individuals in how they react to these substances. No one can predict carbonated beverages. Rohypnol may (LSD) may cause unpredictable behavior how he or she will react. Illegal cause individuals under the influence of depending on the amount taken, where Some people have been known to have substances the drug to forget what happened. Other the drug is used, and on the user’s per- extreme, even fatal, reactions the first effects include low blood pressure, sonality. A user might feel the following time they use club drugs. And studies drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, and effects: numbness, weakness, nausea, in- suggest club drugs found in party set- stomach upset. creased heart rate, sweating, lack of ap- tings are often adulterated or impure — “Special K” or “K” (Ketamine) is an petite, “flashbacks” and sleeplessness. even more dangerous. anesthetic. Use of a small amount of ke- Because some club drugs are colorless, chronic abuse of Ecstasy appears to dam- tamine results in loss of attention span, A Medical Researcher’s Bottom Line tasteless and odorless, they are easy for age the brain’s ability to think and regu- learning ability and memory. At higher “Raves” or all-night dance parties con- people to slip into drinks. Some of these late emotion, memory, sleep and pain. doses, ketamine can cause delirium, am- tinue to attract teens and young adults drugs have been associated with sexual “G,” “Liquid Ecstasy,” “Georgia Home nesia, high blood pressure, depression who may think Ecstasy, GHB, Rohypnol assaults, and for that reason, they are re- Boy” or Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB) and severe breathing problems. and other club drugs are harmless. This ferred to as “date rape drugs.” may be made in homes by using recipes “Speed,” “Ice,” “Chalk” or “Meth” is not true. with common ingredients. (Methamphetamine) is often made in While researchers continue to study A Primer on Club Drugs At lower doses, GHB can relax the home laboratories. Methamphetamine club drugs with a sense of urgency, treat- “X,” “Adam,” and “MDMA” are slang user, but, as the dose increases, the seda- use can cause serious health concerns, in- ment and prevention strategies are being names for Ecstasy, which is a stimulant tive effects may result in sleep and even- cluding memory loss, aggression, vio- developed. The bottom line is simple: and a hallucinogen. Young people may tual coma or death. lence, psychotic behavior and heart even experimenting with club drugs is use Ecstasy to improve their moods or “Roofie” or “Roche” (Rohypnol) is problems. an unpredictable and dangerous thing to get energy to keep dancing; however, tasteless and odorless. It mixes easily in “Acid” or Lysergic Acid Diethylamide do. A-6 • November 15, 2002 HAWAII MARINE Golden Eagles depart for Misawa, Kadena Lt. j.g. Teresa Owens Now, after nearly a year of training, Patrol Squadron 9 preparation and anticipation, the Golden ““EachEach ofof ourour maintainers,maintainers, aircrewaircrew andand Eagles of VP-9 are about to embark on Beginning the day after Thanksgiving, their next challenge: a deployment to the nearly 400 members of Patrol administrativeadministrative personnelpersonnel willwill bebe Japan. Squadron 9 will pack their bags, kiss challengedchallenged toto supportsupport widelywidely diversediverse Though primarily deployed to their loved ones goodbye and depart Misawa AFB in northern Japan and Hawaii for a six-month deployment to missions.missions.”” Kadena AFB in Okinawa, the Golden the Western Pacific and Southeast Asia. Eagles could find themselves spread Known as the “Golden Eagles,” Sailors across the Western Pacific. assigned to VP-9 are stationed at MCB Navy Cmdr. Brad Carpenter When deployed, the Golden Eagles Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, and operate P-3C Commanding Officer, Patrol Squadron 9 will fall under the command of Task Orion patrol aircraft. Though originally Force 72, whose area of responsibility en- designed for long-range antisubmarine compasses more than 56 million square warfare, the Orion’s missions have ex- ployment,” said miles, extending from the Northern panded in recent years to include intelli- Carpenter. “It Pacific Ocean, bordering Russia, to the gence, surveillance and reconnaissance, has been an ex- South China Sea and westward over the precision strike targeting, maritime in- tremely busy entire Indian Ocean, from the southern terdiction operations, counter-narcotics, and compressed tip of Africa to the Gulf of Aden. and search and rescue. home cycle, but Task Force 72 is comprised of two pa- The Golden Eagles have had a busy the entire squa- trol squadrons (one of which will be VP- and successful year. Following their re- dron has per- 9) together with special squadron de- turn from a highly successful deploy- formed mar- tachments and assigned surface ships. ment to the Middle East last December, velously.” In addition to the previously men- the Golden Eagles set out almost imme- During this IDTC, tioned mission areas, the Golden Eagles diately to begin the year-long process of the Golden Eagles successfully complet- may have the opportunity to participate training and preparing for their ed an Operational Readiness Evaluation, in joint exercises and operations with the December deployment. Aviation Maintenance Inspection, Fleet armed forces of other countries such as Having been among the first to partic- NATOPS Evaluation, and Qualification Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, ipate in air missions supporting Cycles for eleven aircrews. Thailand, Korea, Japan and Australia. Operation Enduring Freedom after Sept. Additionally, VP-9 has supported ex- Though uncertain as to what exactly 11, the aircrews and maintenance per- ercises and flown more than 500 hours the next six months will bring, the sonnel had developed a high level of ex- during JTFEX, RIMPAC 2002, Fleet Battle Golden Eagles of VP-9 stand ready to pertise in maintaining and operating the Experiment Juliet and ASWEX. They play their role in the continuing war on P-3C under extremely challenging con- have sent planes, aircrews and mainte- terrorism and in supporting the nation’s ditions. nance personnel on detachments to San interests overseas. This expertise would prove an invalu- Courtesy of VP-9 Diego, Calif.; Fallon, Nev.; and Hickam Carpenter summarized it best when he able asset to the Golden Eagles during Patrol Squadron 9 is scheduled to deploy AFB, Hawaii. recently addressed squadron members their Inter-Deployment Training Cycle. with their P-3C Orion aircraft to Japan. In late May, the Golden Eagles con- and their spouses at a briefing in prepa- But they would not rest on their laurels; ducted overwater navigation and cold ration for deployment: “Each of our each deployment presents unique chal- commands, and they are replaced with weather operations training on a flight to maintainers, aircrew and administrative lenges and new hurdles to overcome. new personnel. The purpose of the IDTC Kodiak, Alaska. personnel will be challenged to support Navy Cmdr. Brad Carpenter, com- is to bring everyone in the squadron to a In July, an aircrew from VP-9 located a widely diverse missions. manding officer of VP-9, is very pleased level where they are deemed “combat kayaker adrift off the Big Island, who “I would like to take this opportunity with his squadron’s progress over the ready” and able to deploy. had been missing for nearly a week, and to thank you. Your contributions and past year. “The men and women of VP-9 have directed rescue swimmers to his location. sacrifices have directly contributed both Following a deployment, many senior worked extremely hard over the past The diligence of this Golden Eagle air- to the success of the Golden Eagles and members of a squadron transfer to other year to prepare for our upcoming de- crew undoubtedly saved the man’s life. to the security of our nation.” HAWAII MARINE November 15, 2002 • A-7

MAET, From A-1 derwater orientation using procedures to assist in finding an escape exit, and con- frame with the general shape of the cabin ducting egress to the water’s surface. section of a helicopter. It is nearly 18-feet- Upon completion of the SWET training, long and more than eight feet in diameter. the Marines move into the deep water for Typically, it can hold a maximum of 10-12 several rides in the dunker. The Marines Marines at one time, and begins its training perform six to seven ditching cycles and cycle from a position suspended over a pool during some of the cycles, they are exposed from a large, permanently mounted crane. to “lights out” or night conditions. The hoist lowers the MAET into the pool “Anyone would find it tough to deal to simulate ditching, and then raises the with the disorientation of being upside- MAET after the practice egress is complete. down,” said Perry Dunn, program manag- During the cycle, as the dunker enters the er, American Systems Corporation. “Add water, it usually rolls right or left to a dis- that to the uncomfortable feeling of having orienting, inverted position. water up your nose and in your ears, and The training course lasts two days and not having air to breathe for 20 seconds or includes classroom time in which instruc- so. tors cover various hazards while sub- The MAET is undergoing final inspec- merged, the proper use of available equip- tion testing and is scheduled to be ready for ment, and the correct way to conduct an es- use Dec. 1. cape/egress from a submerged helicopter “When Marines complete this training or vehicle. they express a high level of confidence be- After the classroom session, the Marines cause they can remain calm, stay strapped move on to the Shallow Water Egress in until motion stops, use their leverage to Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero Trainer that is a floating chair with a frame open an exit, pull themselves to and Instructors discuss the functions of the training vessel with a few of the instal- similar to a seat in a helicopter. Students through the exit, swim to the surface, and lation’s commanding officers. practice holding their breath, gaining un- survive to fight another day,” said Dunn.

OUTRIGGER, From A-1 the luncheon discussing Waikiki fruits and salads, rice, potatoes and the Marine Corps way of life and chicken. “We wanted to help celebrate with Lily Tran, guest service man- Following the buffet, a dessert the birthday of the Marine Corps, ager for Ohana Hotels. table was opened up; the center- SSALUTESALUTES and show our appreciation to the “This was a great idea. It gives piece being a large white cake Marines and Sailors for all the us a chance to get to know the decorated with the words Marine Corps Air Facility help they have given our compa- outside community and the com- “Happy Birthday Marine Corps.” ny.” said Shishido. “They defend pany many of us depend on,” “This was a good way to show Promotions our country, stay in our hotels said Corrigeux. “It’s nice to know their respect, by actually sitting Gunnery Sergeant Randy W. Walden during their liberty and allow us who is responsible for our service and talking with us,” said Lance Staff Sergeant Dave D. Gibson to come to Kaneohe Bay and par- and to have a personal relation- Cpl. Justin Arnold, an explosive Staff Sergeant Melissa L. Ohm ticipate in public functions, such ship with them, rather then name- detection dog handler with the Staff Sergeant James W. Seeger as BayFest, and promote our ho- less faces.” Provost Marshal’s Office’s canine Sergeant Leavornn Dy tels. We wanted to honor them Tran felt that it was an oppor- unit. “We work hard, and it’s Sergeant Daniel E. Johnson Jr. for all that they do.” tunity to “pull back the curtain” kind of a thankless job. It’s nice Sergeant Randal D. Lundquist A small number of Ohana em- on a Marine’s everyday life. to get some gratitude.” Corporal Nathan A. Peterson ployees from each of the 14 hotels “Marines are portrayed as The Marines and Sailors were Lance Corporal Nolan J. Miles owned by the corporation were tough, shoot ‘em up types. But each given a gift package of invited to attend the luncheon the public never gets to see what Ohana Hotels merchandise in- Meritorious Service Medal and spend the afternoon with the life is like on an everyday basis. cluding a beach ball, a tee shirt Major James V. Parran Marines and Sailors. It’s really amazing how much and a hardcover tour book of Staff and military members work these Marines and Sailors Oahu and Ohana Hotels. Navy & Marine Corps Commendation were seated together at each do outside of combat.” As the luncheon came to an Master Sergeant Christopher W. Edwards table, giving them a chance to in- The luncheon was served as a end, there were hearty hand- teract with one another. buffet, allowing guests to have as shakes and even a few embraces Good Conduct Medal Lance Cpl. Ruth Corrigeux, a many servings as they wanted. as the guests left with not only Staff Sergeant Nephtali D. Ricafrent weather observer with Marine The buffet offered guests a full stomachs but also a better un- Corporal Gabriel Cruz Corps Air Facility, spent most of wide variety of foods such as derstanding of one another. Hawaii MMARINEARINE L IFESTYLESIFESTYLES HawaiiL Marine B Section November 15, 2002

Marine Corps Base Hawaii provided an hon- orary color guard for the opening of the exhibit, and the Marine Forces Pacific Band provided Richard Smart, owner of Parker Ranch, donated his home Pu’u’opelu to be used as divisional headquarters for a training patriotic music during the Camp Tarawa exhi- camp during World War II. Today, it is home to an exhibit that commemorates the contributions of Camp Tarawa Marines, bition dedication Nov. 6. Sailors and Waimea residents who supported the war efforts. Remembering Camp Tarawa The Big Island’s newest exhibit reminds the world of Hawaii’s war efforts Story and Photos by “This community played a large part Sgt. Alexis R. Mulero in the preparation of the Marines prior Combat Correspondent to the assault on Iwo Jima,” said Carlson. WAIMEA, Hawaii — Forgotten to Carlson also spoke about the impact most Americans is a place where more Marines and Sailors had on the local than 50,000 Marines and Sailors community. prepared for some of the most “Waimea leapt into the twentieth significant battles in the Pacific between century because of the technology that 1942 and 1945. seemed to have followed the Marines During World War II, Camp Tarawa into town. An electric generator was home to leathernecks and Sailors allowed settlement houses to be lit by from the 2nd and 5th Marine Divisions, bulb rather than kerosene.” and the V Amphibious Corps. Waimea Elementary School and the Nearly 60 years after these service Waimea Hotel became a 400-bed hospi- members set foot on this island, more tal with modern medical facilities, and than 120 guests and family members Bill Thompson, a corpsman who served engineers dammed the Waikoloa with the Marines during the battle at stream, constructed reservoirs to supply gathered to pay tribute to these men Tarawa takes a moment to remember his and women during a ceremony Nov. 6, fallen comrades during the opening of water to the division and the town, and which marked the opening of an exhibit the Camp Tarawa exhibit, Nov. 6. erected temporary Canek structures be- that recalls Waimea’s role during this hind the St. James Church. never-to-be-forgotten war. amphibious assault on the island of Ranch owner Richard Smart Army representatives first came to Betio in the Tarawa Atoll. volunteered his home Pu’u’opelu as di- the Waimea area of the island in the Shortly after its arrival, the survivors visional headquarters, and 40 years Marine Sgt. Rex Weigle, a Vietnam War later he donated land to establish a veteran and resident of Waimea, stands summer of 1941 to explore areas of this battle quickly renamed what lo- proudly to honor his fellow service mem- suitable for training. cals knew as “Camp Waimea,” and Camp Tarawa monument near bers who trained at Camp Tarawa during In the aftermath of the infamous gave it the name of the battle they had Mamalahoa Highway, west of Waimea, World War II. Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, just endured. near the entrance to the Parker Ranch staging areas for American troops were “Camp Tarawa was really established historic homes tourist attraction. 80-year-old retired Navy corpsman who rapidly raised throughout the Hawaiian after the Marines arrived from the The special exhibit at Pu’u’opelu fought alongside the Marines at Islands. bloody battle of Tarawa,” said Carl includes artifacts that were collected by Tarawa. Three months into American involve- Carlson Jr., Parker Ranch trustee. The the Pacific War Memorial Association, The ceremony also included a special ment in World War II, a vast Army Marines came back here to rest, replace which had been stored at Hilo’s Lyman musical tribute by the Marine Forces camp for 19,000 men had been the wounded and prepare for battle. Museum since 1996, with others collect- Pacific Band and an honorary color established on more than 50,000 acres Another remarkable fact about the ed by South Kohala residents. guard. of lofty saddle between the great volca- camp is that while training there, 5th The exhibition will continue through “Thousands of American boys noes of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. Marine Division Marines scaled nearby the end of the year. trained here,” said Rex Weigle, a retired That area was Parker Ranch, and it Pu’u Ula’ula and Buster Brown “This exhibit is a beautiful work of Marine sergeant and veteran of the became host to the largest Marine Mountains, daily, so that they would be art and constant reminder of all those Vietnam War. “For some of them, this Corps training facility in the Pacific ready to climb the now legendary Mt. Marines, Sailors and their families who was their last home on American soil. when the 2nd Marine Division arrived Suribachi when the time came to trained and fought for this country in It is imperative that we remember there in December 1943, after its assault Iwo Jima. World War II,” said Bill Thompson, an them.”

Above — The Camp Tarawa Monument is dedicated to Marines and Sailors who trained in the Waimea commu- nity. It is located near the entrance to the Big Island’s Parker Ranch historic homes tourist attraction. Left — Visitors take time to pause at the Camp Tarawa Monument before the dedication ceremony Nov. 6. B-2 • November 15, 2002 HAWAII MARINE MCCSMCCS M ARINE C ORPS C OMMUNITY S ERVICES www.mccshawaii.com POSSIBILITIES IN PARADISE By Debbie Robbins, MCCS Public Relations

tary School and the Child their chili recipe to the test and potatoes, giblet gravy, corn cian, will read to children and NOVEMBER Development Center, have drop enter the Rocker Room’s Chili o’brien, cranberry sauce, rolls then allow parents to have the boxes. Non-perishable foods Cook Off. This party will be and butter, and pumpkin pie. chance to do the same. 15 / Today are desired. more than a caldron of beans Turkey-to-Go meals may be There will also be an essay The holiday food baskets will and spices, it will be a Biker reserved now through and art contest. Seeds of Change Exhibit — be delivered Nov. 25 – 27. Party, complete with biker Thursday, while supplies last. For more details, call 254- The Hawaiian Humanities For more information, call games displays and lucky num- Meals are limited so make your 7624. Committee and the Base Library Personal Services at 257-7790. ber drawings. reservation early. Pre-payment will host “Seeds of Change: 500 The rock & roll group “The is due no later than Thursday. 20 / Wednesday Years of Encounter and Base Library Hosts King Pins” will play live, and For more information, call Exchange,” today until Nov. 30. Hometown Holiday Greeting then DJ “D-Day,” will keep the 254-5592. ‘Tis the Season to Reduce This exhibit will highlight the Program — Marine Corps party rolling. Your Debt — Get a financial European voyages of discovery Community Services libraries The Chili Cook Off and Biker Military Family Appreci- head start on the holidays. and show during normal Base worldwide have partnered with Party is set from noon – 9 p.m. ation Week — The celebration Learn the tools to set yourself Library hours. the Army and Air Force on the Rocker Room lanai. starts Monday. The Personal debt free. Call 254-7624 for more infor- Hometown News Service for For more information, call Services Department would like All base patrons are invited to mation Marines, Sailors and family 254-5592. to thank the military families of attend the “Set Yourself Debt . members to take part in the an- MCB Hawaii. Your sacrifices Free,” class in Bldg. 216 from Holiday Family Food Basket nual Newspaper Holiday 18 / Monday and dedication are very much 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. — There are still two days left. Greeting Program, now until appreciated. Call 257-7783 for reservations. Today until Nov. 17, you can Wednesday. Be Your Own Boss — Are Watch for updates concerning make a difference this holiday This program is free, and pa- you ready to run your own com- Military Family Appreciation 22 / Friday season and help a family in trons may send as many greet- pany? Deep down do you pos- Week special events and activi- need. ings as they wish. sess an entrepreneurial zest? ties. Horsin’ Around at the The Armed Services YMCA The process is easy and sim- Nurture your business desire For more information, call Rocker Room — Ready for and the Hourly Child ply requires a computer with and get the details that will 257-7790. some horseplay? Who will be Development Center are work- Internet access. Messages are transform your ideas into a the prized ringer during the ing in tandem to ensure MCB then sent into cyberspace to thriving reality during Personal Great Minds “LINK” Alike Rocker Room’s Horseshoe Hawaii families enjoy a deli- hundreds of hometown news- Services’ “Start Your Own — The next Lifestyles, Tournament? cious holiday meal. Drop off paper editors who then publish Business Workshop” in Bldg. Information, Networking & Rocker Room club members points, to include the the holiday greeting. 3096, Room 1, from 9 – 11 a.m. Knowledge session is set for and their guests may enter the Commissary, Mokapu Elemen- To register, log onto Representatives from the Monday through Thursday Horseshoe Tourney which will http://hn.afnews.af.mil/web Hawaiian Small Business from 6 – 8:30 p.m. in Bldg. 3074. be held on the Rocker Room pages/register.htm. Users will Association, the Internal Military spouses who enjoy lanai at 7 p.m. Lots of prizes, then need to complete the entry Revenue Service and the learning about military tradi- pupus and entertainment await. SM&SP form and click the submit but- Business Development Center tions, resources and etiquette For registration information, ton. This process will take a few will be on-site to present atten- (not to mention meeting a great call the Rocker Room at 254- days until you receive confir- dees with facts, laws and re- group of friends) are invited to 5592. mation that you have registered. sources to start a small business. attend. For more Hometown Holiday Reservations are recommend- Reservations are recommend- “Tree-mendous” Holiday Greeting information, call the ed. This workshop welcomes all ed. Gifts — Add your last-minute Base Library at 254-7624. military I.D. cardholders. Call the LINKS House at 257- entries to your holiday shop- For more information, call 2368. ping list and head to the Camp Party at Kahuna’s — Friday Personal Services at 257-7795. H.M. Smith Craft Fair, Dec. 5 nights don’t get much hotter 19 / Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Bldg. when they’re spent at Kahuna’s Reserve Your Turkey Dinner 4, adjacent the Marine Corps Sports Bar & Grill. — The big Thanksgiving dinner Base Library Promotes Exchange. Every Friday night, Kahuna’s is just around the corner. Take Family Literacy — Reading Craft-goers will find Yuletide hosts a live band and a DJ to the stress and labor out of this aloud to your child produces treasures from homemade crafts keep the party rolling into the holiday and let the MCCS cater- countless positive results. To to baked goods, all at bargain early morning hours. All ing professionals do the work demonstrate the powerful im- prices. sergeants and below, and their for you. pact reading aloud to children, Crafters interested in selling guests, are welcome. Starting today, you can order the Base Library will host homemade items may reserve Mahalo to AT&T In- For more Kahuna’s informa- a “Turkey-to-Go” meal for just “Parents Reading to Children an MCCS table through Nov. 22 Room Service for support- tion, call 254-7660. $59.50. This festive, culinary Night,” at the Base Library from for $25. No privately owned ta- ing the Single Marine & feast will feed approximately six 6 – 7 p.m. bles will be permitted. Sailor Program. to eight adults and includes a 10 Special guests from the Read- Spaces are limited; therefore, All events are open to 16 / Saturday –12 pound herb and garlic roast- to-Me International Organiza- sellers should reserve their ta- single, active duty military. Chili Cook Off & Biker Party ed turkey, cornbread, tion will give a presentation re- bles early. The SM&SP Office is lo- — Some like it hot: chili that is. Portuguese sausage & chestnut garding family literacy, and Lori Call 477-5143 for more infor- cated in Bldg. 219. All ranks are invited to put stuffing, roast garlic mashed Zuttermeister, library techni- mation. Call 254-7593, for more information on any pro- gram or activity. SM&SP has scheduled a Auto Center Program Review holds auctions Thursdays: Enjoy free tennis lessons from 11 a.m. Turkey Day Blast, Nov. 27 Debbie Robbins - 12:30 p.m. at K-Bay’s ten- Edward Hanlon V Events include Sumo wrestling, boxing MCCS Public Relations nis courts. Call 258-8081 MCCS Marketing and the famous Kahuna’s mechanical bull Get hot deals on some hot wheels dur- for reservations. riding competition. ing the auto auction at the Auto Hobby For single Marines and Sailors not for- The doors will open at 6 p.m., and two Shop. Nov. 16: Participate in tunate enough to spend time with their buffet lines will open shortly thereafter. the Paintball Tourney from The following vehicles are up for view- families this Thanksgiving, the Single Free AT&T in-room long distance cer- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., and don’t ing and auction. Interested persons may Marine & Sailor Program is holding its tificates will be given to each guest, along forget to attend the 8 a.m. make their bid on Nov. 19. captain’s meeting. Teams annual Holiday Bash, Nov. 27 at Kahuna’s with other sponsor-provided items. are three person Team for Bar & Grill. Last year, more than 460 Marines and Year Make Lowest Bid $75 per. and prizes. Teams Not only will single Marines and Sailors participated in this event, and the may rent equipment on- Sailors get a great traditional Single Marine & Sailor Program is ex- 1986 Nissan 200SX $400 site. Thanksgiving feast, but also there will be pecting even more this year. 1988 Cadillac Seville $900 door prizes, music, events and entertain- 1988 Nissan Sentra $300 Nov. 27: You won’t want For more information about tickets or 1989 Honda Prelude SI $1,000 to miss the Holiday Base ment for all. the event, call 254-7593. 1990 Jeep Wrangler $2,600 Thanksgiving Dinner Par- 1990 Honda Accord EX $1,200 ty for single, active duty 1990 Volkswagon Passat $500 personnel, only. Volun- 1991 Hyundai Excel GLS $275 teers are needed. The MCCS Mission: To uplift the spirits of the Marine Corps and Navy 1993 Toyota Tercel $50 families and to support Marine Corps and Navy readiness and retention (The Tercel has a bad motor.) Dec. 7: Don’t forget to through customer-owned and driven MCCS programs, goods and services 1993 Mazda 626 $1,650 take advantage of Santa’s Village at the Enlisted — in garrison and deployed environments. Club. Volunteers are also (For up-to-the-minute news about MCCS, logon to ww.mccshawaii.com.) For more information, the Auto Skills needed to support this Center, 254-7674. event. Call 254-7593. (Transportation is pro- vided for all above men- tioned events.) The Tuxedo (PG13) Today at 7:15 p.m. MMOVIEOVIE TTIMEIME The Four Feathers (PG13) Today at 9:45 p.m. SM&SP Benefits Lilo & Stitch (PG) Saturday at 7:15 p.m. Prices: Adults (12 and older) $3, Children (6 to 11) $1.50, Have your voice heard, Ecks vs. Server (R) Saturday at 9:45 p.m. Children (5 and younger) free. Hey Arnold (PG) Sunday at 3:30 p.m. make a difference, get in- Matinee prices are $2 for adults and $1 for children. Parents Stealing Harvard (PG13) Sunday at 7:15 p.m. volved, grow, and have a must purchase tickets for “R” rated movies in person at the box The Banger Sisters (R) Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. blast at SM&SP. office for children 16 years old and younger. Red Dragon (R) Nov. 22 at 7:15 p.m. Check us out on the Web For E-5 and below, admission is free to the second show on Trapped (R) Nov. 22 at 9:45 p.m. at www.mccshawaii.com Friday and Saturday evenings only. Sunday evenings, the price is $1 for all patrons. (under the Semper Fitness *FREE SNEAK PREVIEW: Please show your ID at the box office. *Analyze That (PG13) (First come, first-served) Nov. 30 at 7:15 p.m. icon.) Phone 254-7642 for recorded info. HAWAII MARINE November 15, 2002 • B-3 Corps recognizes patriotism of American Indians Pfc. Monroe F. Seigle war photographs During World War II, Boyington Combat Correspondent in our nation’s his- was leading a mission when he tory, as well as a noticed two enemy aircraft ap- The Marines are known as a band of monument in our proaching. brothers who come from all over the nation’s capitol After shooting one down and world and from many different cultures and here aboard pursuing the other, he encoun- and ethnic backgrounds. MCB Hawaii, tered several more enemy fight- Included in those many different back- Kaneohe Bay. ers before being shot down over grounds are American Indians, who Other well- Bougainville. have made many sacrifices throughout known figures Boyington escaped death by the history of this great nation. were the Navajo ejecting himself from the plum- During November, MCB Hawaii cele- Code Talkers. The meting aircraft at an altitude of brates American Indian Heritage Month, Navajos’ language 100 feet. He was captured by the National Archives to honor Native Americans who have skills played an Japanese, but survived 20 made positive contributions to our coun- important role in Colonel Gregory months of beatings and mal- the South Pacific “Pappy” Boyington treatment. try and proudly serve in our Armed led the “Black Forces. and were used ex- Sheep Squadron” He was awarded the Medal of American Indians from many different tensively in the in World War II. Honor. tribes have made outstanding sacrifices battles of Iwo Jima, Native American men and for the Marine Corps. They are also a Guam, Peleliu, Okinawa, Saipan, Tarawa women have been an integral part of our rich history and have coura- and Guadalcanal. Afterward, a Marine part of our fighting forces geously fought in every American war in officer made the statement, “Were it not throughout our nation’s history which U.S. forces have been involved. for the Navajo Code Talkers, the Marines and continue to give selfless ser- Private First Class Ira Hamilton would never have taken Iwo Jima and National Archives vice today. other places.” “Many people ask us why we Hayes, a full-blooded Pima, enlisted in Navajo code talkers used their unique, unwritten the Marine Corps in 1942. He belonged The Japanese never broke the Navajos’ language to pass undecipherable messages dur- fight the White Man’s war,” said to the 5th Marine Division that assault- code. ing the War in the Pacific. Raymond Nakai, a former ed Iwo Jima. He then took part in rais- Another American Indian Marine was Navajo code talker. “Our answer ing the American flag over the volcanic Col. Gregory “Pappy” Boyington, who Boyington was an outstanding flier is that we are proud to be peak on Mount Suribachi. served as commanding officer of VMF- who defeated several enemies, even Americans. We always stand ready The famous photo taken of that flag 214, also known as the “Black Sheep.” when he was highly outnumbered. when our country needs us.” raising became one of the most inspiring B-4 • November 15, 2002 HAWAII MARINE At last — the big day arrives for a young corporal Cpl. Luis R. Agostini he is living for more than Marine Forces Pacific just himself. His child, directly or indirectly, be- “What do you think of being a soldier, and a father?” comes the only reason for “Hopefully, being good at one makes you his existence. better at the other.” — Mel Gibson, as Army Lt. Col. Hal He may fight battles Moore, advising his junior officer on the dual across the globe, with roles of father and troop leader in “We Were Soldiers.” other fathers, to make sure that his children en- joy the liberties granted Boy, I hope that’s true. to them by the U.S. The first few days of fatherhood were Constitution. comparable to the crucible — the final He will go to work 54-hour event during Marine Corps re- everyday, with mouth cruit training that spans more than two shut and eyes open, and days and leaves recruits dependent up- accomplish each task — on each other with little food and sleep. however trivial — so that Similar to that event — but now sur- he can collect a paycheck rounded by nurses, doctors and my wife twice a month and make — I received a title that I will carry with sure that his child has a me for the rest of my life: daddy. meal on the table and a It happened Nov. 1 at 1:01 p.m. at shirt on his back. Tripler Army Medical Center. I looked Everyone — readers into Luis Vincent’s eyes for the first time. who gave their support, I finally held the little man who will my staff noncommis- Courtesy of the Agostini Family carry on the Agostini name, surpass his sioned and officers who forefathers’ accomplishments and ex- guided and understood The Agostinis pose for picture moments after the birth of their first child at Tripler AMC. ceed everyone’s expectations of an my situation during Agostini. these last nine months, my friends and and my wife who endured nine months this series) deserves thanks. (Editor’s Words, spoken or written, cannot de- family, the Key Volunteers who brought of pregnancy culminating with the Note: This is the fifth in a series of articles scribe the feeling a man experiences overflowing plates of food almost as surgery that gave me my first son (as chronicling the Agostinis’ experiences and when, for the first time, he realizes that soon as we stepped foot into our house, well as a little bit of embarrassment in resources available for expecting couples.) HAWAII MARINE November 15, 2002 • B-5

WWORDORD TOTO PPASSASS ‘Shooting Stars’ Expected not be required, though the full EFMP Hosts Guest Speaker USS Bowfin Submarine refreshments at 6:30 p.m. The Bishop Museum reminds moon will make the extrava- All interested persons may at- Museum on Nov. 26 when For more details, call Bowfin star gazers that the heavens are ganza fainter. The shower oc- tend the next MCB Hawaii Daniel Martinez, the chief histo- Park (located adjacent the USS expected to be full of “shooting curs every year in November. Special Needs Information and rian at the Arizona Memorial Arizona Memorial Visitors stars” at the wee hour of 12:01 to For more information, surf Support Network meeting, Nov. and host of the Discovery Center) at 423-1341. 1 a.m. Tuesday, when little bits www.BishopMuseum.org/plan 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Religious Channel’s “Death of the USS of comet debris from the con- etarium/. Education Center (Bldg. 1090, Maine,” will present the docu- Hale Koa Hosts T-Day Buffet stellation of Leo will burn up adjacent Dunkin’ Donuts). mentary examining mysteries Dine on Hale Koa’s bountiful from friction upon entering the Retirement Talk Scheduled As part of the Exceptional surrounding the USS Maine. harvest buffet of traditional and earth’s atmosphere. Catch the free seminar “Build Family Member Program, a The film will take a look at the island dishes while a pianist For best viewing, begin star Your Financial Future Today: guest speaker will share in- 1898 explosion that killed 300 plays from a beautifully deco- gazing with a clear, unbroken Personal Financial Education,” sights, and child care will be men, provoked the Spanish- rated stage in the Banyan Tree view of the eastern sky at 11 Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the provided attendees. American War and signaled the Showroom for Thanksgiving p.m. Monday evening, accord- Keolu Shopping Center in birth of the U.S. as a world pow- dinner, Nov. 28. ing to Mike Shanahan, planetar- Enchanted Lakes, Kailua. For USS Maine Film Debuts er. Free to the public, the pro- ium manager. A telescope will more details, call 263-4784. Travel back in time with the gram begins at 7 p.m., with light See WORD TO PASS, B-8 B-6 • November 15, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

RECIPES Desserts sweeten up On the Menu Anderson Hall will prepare the following this week: Today Asst. Fruit Pies Taco Bar Thanksgiving meals Lunch Seafood Platter Monday Wednesday NAPS and mashed OR 1 Fried Fish Nuggets Lunch Lunch Fried Shrimp Meatloaf Barbecued Spareribs Featurettes cup fresh yams, Fried Scallops Creole Pork Chops Country Style Steak cooked and Breaded Oysters Mashed Potatoes Steamed Rice Whether you are planning your mashed Lasagna Pork Fried Rice Mashed Potatoes 2 large Baked Ravioli Apple Crisp Asst. Fruit Pies own Thanksgiving get-together, or Macaroni and Cheese Asst. Fruit Pies Oatmeal Cookies you’ve been invited somewhere spe- eggs, divided Chewy Nut Bar Chocolate Chip Cookies cial and you’re wondering what to 1/4 c u p Yellow Cake Layer Dinner bring, few things can top off a light brown sugar Asst. Fruit Pies Dinner Baked Chicken Baked Turkey & Noodles Beef Pot Pie Thanksgiving meal better than a 1/2 tsp. cin- Dinner Baked Fresh Fish Boiled Egg Noodles scrumptious, quick, easy-bake dessert. Yummy Yam namon Roast Pork Loin Rice Pilaf Mashed Potatoes Try these mouth-watering recipes to Pecan Pie 1/4 tsp. nut- Barbecued Chicken Apple Crisp Brownies Mashed Potatoes Asst. Fruit Pies Asst. Fruit Pies add a festive, finishing touch to your meg Steamed Rice Chocolate Chip Cookies salads, entrées, breads, sauces and 3 large egg whites Chewy Nut Bar Specialty Bar other holiday favorites on the 2/3 cup dark corn syrup Yellow Layer Cake Specialty Bar (For Lunch and Dinner) 1/2 cup sugar w/Butter Cream Frosting (For Lunch and Dinner) Country Bar Thanksgiving menu. Asst. Fruit Pies Pasta Bar 2 tsp. vanilla extract Thursday 2/3 cup chopped pecans Specialty Bar Tuesday (For Lunch and Dinner) Lunch Lunch Pasta Bar Beef Sukiyaki Baked Lasagna Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a Pork Chop Suey Chicken Parmesan mixing bowl, blend together yams, 1 Saturday Egg Foo Young Asst. Pizza Slices egg, brown sugar, cinnamon and nut- Dinner/Brunch Chinese Fried Egg Roll Garlic Toast Rock Cornish Hen Steamed Rice Brownies meg. Spread evenly on bottom of pie Grilled Strip Loin Steak Pork Fried Rice Asst. Fruit Pies crust. Rice Pilaf Asst. Fruit Pies In a mixing bowl, beat together re- Mashed Potatoes Chocolate Pudding Dinner maining egg, egg whites, corn syrup, Asst. Fruit Pies Chicken Vega Chocolate Chip Cookies Dinner Simmered Corned Beef sugar and vanilla until mixture is Creole Macaroni Parsley Butter Potatoes frothy. Stir in pecans. Sunday Baked Fish Filet Steamed Rice Carefully spoon mixture over yam Dinner/Brunch Mashed Potatoes Apple Pie Yankee Pot Roast Noodles Jefferson Oatmeal Cookies layer. Baked Ham Asst. Fruit Pies Asst. Fruit Pies Triple Berry Cobbler Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until fill- Mashed Potatoes Chocolate Pudding ing is set around edges or a knife in- Candied Sweet Potatoes Specialty Bar Chocolate Layer Cake Specialty Bar (For Lunch and Dinner) 1 package (21 oz.) Krusteaz cin- serted halfway between the center and w/Chocolate Frosting (For Lunch and Dinner) Taco Bar namon crumb cake mix edge comes out clean. Cool and serve. 4 cups frozen mixed berries (in- Makes 8 servings. cluding blueberries, black- berries and raspberries) 6 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces 1 cup old fashioned oats 1 tablespoon water

Preheat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, gently toss together frozen berries and 1⁄2 cup cake mix. Spoon berry mixture into an ungreased 10-inch deep-dish pie pan. In separate bowl, place remaining cake mix, full pouch cinnamon topping, butter, oats and water. Using an electric mixer, mix on medium speed un- til mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle topping over berry mixture. Bake 35-40 minutes, or until filling is bubbly. Serve warm with vanil- la ice cream, if desired. Makes 8 servings.

Yummy Yam Pecan Pie

1 refrigerated 9-inch pie crust 1 (15 oz.) can yams (sweet potatoes) drained HAWAII MARINE November 15, 2002 • B-7

Commissary’s new consumer advocate to hear concerns of patrons Rick Brink Defense Commissary Agency

FORT LEE, Va. — The Defense Com- missary Agen- cy’s new con- sumer advocate, Bonita Moffett, is ready to hear from customers who can count on her experience as a long-time shopper and commissary manage- ment specialist to work out issues. The agency selected Moffett in October for the job that improves communications between com- missary patrons and agency offi- cials. “I’m an avid commissary shop- per, and I look forward to the chal- lenge of fostering better understanding of the com- missary benefit among all of our eligible patrons,” said Moffett, “and [I look forward to] serving as the liaison to help us, as an agency, be more respon- sive to our customers’ needs.” It’s her job to bring the customer’s point of view to management policy and decision-making within DeCA, Moffet explained. She is the agency’s princi- pal liaison with DeCA’s Patron Council and with other military quality-of- life stakeholders. Moffett is retired from the Air Force and has more than 23 years of work ex- perience in the commis- sary system. She spent her entire military career in the Air Force commissary system where she ac- quired extensive store-lev- el experience from stock- ing shelves to managing a commissary. She transitioned from the military into a civilian career with DeCA, where she has been a commis- sary management special- ist. She comes to the job af- ter serving nearly three years as an operations store planner in the equip- ment division at DeCA headquarters. She has traveled extensively to U.S. military installations around the world, to en- gage patrons, installation commanders and commis- sary management for their ideas and concerns in the commissary design and construction process. Bonita Moffett can be reached by e-mail at boni- [email protected]. B-8 • November 15, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

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Sgt. Robert Carlson Raiders running back Richard Francillo runs through two HQ, 3rd Marine Regiment defenders without getting his bones crushed. MAG-24’s Bandits face 1/3’s Raiders tonight at Pop Warner Field. Sgt. Robert Carlson Game starts at 6 p.m. Marine Air Group 24’s Corey Pinson runs past Headquarters Bn. defenders and toward the goal line during the semi- final game Tuesday. The Bandits face the Raiders in the football championship game tonight.

MAG-24’s defense all season, portunities. MAG-24 takes but was not enough to keep By putting pressure on 1/3 Raiders eliminate HQ 3rd the Warriors motivated to HQBN quarterback Peter Marines in semifinal blowout HQBN out of win. Degennaro, the Bandit de- tournament “We just executed well,” fense effectively shut down Sgt. Robert Carlson The Bone Crushers didn’t score said Rick Hargrave, head the passing game and was Combat correspondent their first touchdown until the 4th Sgt. Robert Carlson coach for the Bandits. able to focus on blocking the quarter, when quarterback Dave Combat correspondent “Everything we tried, we exe- ground campaign. After finishing the regular sea- Heyman ran the ball across the cuted well. We’re starting to The Warrior offensive line son with a 5-1 record, the goal line. In what was the highest- get some experience under could not keep the bandits Headquarters 3rd Marines Bone By then the score was 26-6, and scoring game yet in the rook- our belt, and that’s making from plundering the back- Crushers were crushed by the 1/3 the Bonecrushers, who weren’t re- ie season of the MCB Hawaii everything come together for field, and the frustration Raiders Wednesday in the semifi- ally at their usual intensity even at Tackle Football League, the the team.” showed as HQBN took sever- nal game, and cleared the way for the start of the game, started MAG-24 Bandits walked all MAG-24’s immaculate execu- al trips backward because of 1/3 to face MAG-24 in the cham- showing their emotions and giv- over Headquarters Bn. tion snowballed as the game penalties. pionship. ing up yards to personal fouls and Warriors, and removed them wore on. The defense capital- First half touchdowns by The Raiders got off to a great unsportsman-like penalties. from the playoffs with a 67-12 ized on HQBN penalties and MAG-24 Bandits Cory start with an interception and As hard as they tried, the 3rd defeat. mistakes, and gave the MAG- Pinson, Corey Moore, touchdown less than four minutes Marines team couldn’t crush Twelve points was the most 24 offensive squad excellent into the game, and never looked any team had scored against field position and scoring op- See MAG-24,C-3 back. See 1/3, C-3 K-Bay Raiders overcome AMR Titans Cpl. Jessica M. Mills point, ending the first quarter 7-0. the game, followed by a 1-point run in, Sports Editor As the second quarter was under- finishing the half 29-0. way, Raiders alternate Quarterback, During the third quarter, the ball Like little giants, the offensive line Christiana Picot, made a second touch- changed possession multiple times, rushed towards the defending team. down against the Titans. but neither team had the opportunity Although only between the ages of 10 Following the touchdown, Picot suc- to score. and 12, the flag football players’ eyes cessfully passed the ball across the goal With one quarter left, the Raiders gleamed with determination similar to line, gaining two extra points for the were determined to block any chance that of NFL linemen. Raiders, the score 15-0. of the Titans scoring. They kept their Defending their 6-0 winning streak, The Titans took control of the ball defense tight and looked for any open- the MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, and attempted a pass, which was in- ing to score again. Raiders subdued the Aliamanu tercepted by Hillard, who took a knee With a last-minute interception, Military Reservation Titans, Nov. 9, at to stop the clock. Hillard ran the ball back up the side- the C Street Field aboard K-Bay. In the following play, Hillard made line to score the final touchdown with Within the first few minutes of the a pass to Picot who ran up the sideline only two seconds left in the game, the game, the Raiders Quarterback Dalton and scored her second touchdown in a final score 35-0. Hillard, 12, broke through the Titans row. Again, the Raiders ran the ball in- The Raiders’ season record now defensive line with the help of his ex- to the end zone and scored their extra stands at 7-0. Their final game against tremely ferocious linemen, and scored point, making it 22-0. Hickam will either make or break a Cpl. Jessica M. Mills the first touchdown of the game. In the last few minutes of the half, perfect season. Raiders quarterback Dalton Hillard, 12, runs Following the touchdown, the Hillard again took control of the ball According to the Raiders coach, they towards the goal line with Titans giving chase. Raiders ran the ball in for the extra and scored his second touchdown of will end the season undefeated. Marine boxing preliminaries to begin Sgt. Allan J. Grdovich will feature the Corps’ best In recent years, the team ers will be selected in the MCB Camp Lejeune fighters competing against has fallen short in defeat- spring. one another for a spot on ing its arch-nemesis, Army, “We’re right where we CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. this year’s roster. in the famed tournament, need to be, and we’re dan- — Left jabs, uppercuts and Hopes are high for the which features each mili- gerous,” warned Michaels body blows will be the Marine team that will fea- tary service’s boxing team. of any would-be competi- scene at this year’s Marine ture six nationally ranked Army has won the past tors. Corps Boxing Team pre- fighters and ambitions of three years. He vowed to take that liminaries Nov. 19 through winning this year’s All- Another aspiration ambition to other high- 21 at the Goettege Armed Forces Tournament many fighters said they profile events the All- Memorial Field House Championship, according have is a possible selection Marine Boxing Team will Sgt. Allan J. Grdovich here. to Head Coach Master Sgt. for the U.S. Olympic Sgt. Jennifer Driggers misses with a left hook aimed The three-day slugfest Robert J. Michaels. Boxing Team. These fight- See BOXING,C-3 at Head Coach Master Sgt. Robert J. Michaels. C-2 • November 15, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

BBASEASE SSPORTSPORTS Debbie Robbins Bldg. 3037, on Nov. 15th and 16th be- 4283, or Single Marine and Sailor and below can bowl for $1.50 per game MCCS Public Relations tween the hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Program at 254-7593. with free shoe rental at K-Bay Lanes. For additional information, please Bowling leagues for youth, women, in- MCB Hawaii to Host contact Varsity Sports Coordinator Steve Fast Pitch Seeks Players tramural and a Wednesday night mixed 5th Annual Turkey Trot Kalnasy at 254-7590. Intramural Sports Coordinator Joe Au foursomes are starting. If you think that a delicious dinner and is seeking command interest in fielding Check out Semper Extreme Bowling sound sleep are what define the Paintball Takes Aim intramural baseball teams for January. Fridays 6 p.m. - 1 a.m.; Saturdays at 11:30 Thanksgiving season, you must have for- Let your “inner-predator” come out. This will be a fast-pitch baseball a.m. - 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.- 1 a.m.; and gotten about the 1st Radio Bn.’s 5th Spend a day practicing your combat league. Interested military members Sundays, 6 - 9 p.m. Annual Turkey Trot, Nov. 23 at 8 a.m. skills with Paintball Hawaii. should contact their sports representa- The K-Bay Lanes also features bumper The event is a combined 10K race and A tournament is being held Nov. 16 tive, and the reps should e-mail Joe at bowling for keiki, a hearty snack shop, a a one-mile Family Fun Run aboard MCB from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m. aboard MCB [email protected] pro shop and arcade. Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, which will give Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay. There will be a Birthday and private parties are wel- you a chance to burn off the calories that captains’ meeting at 8 a.m. Rocker Room Rolls come. For more details, call K-Bay Lanes will accompany your Thanksgiving The cost is $75 for each 3-person team with Pigskins at 254-7693. feast. with unlimited rounds included. Cheer on your favorite NFL football The entry fee is only $15 for the Turkey The field is open Fridays, by appoint- team every Monday night at the Staff SM&SP Offers Discounts Trot (includes a free T-shirt) and the ment only, 1 - 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 9 a.m. - NCO Rocker Room’s Monday Night Take advantage of the benefits the Family Fun Run is free for both adults 5 p.m.; and Sundays, noon - 5 p.m. Football pigskin and pupu party. Single Marine and Sailor Program has to and children. Private games and birthday parties are Doors open at 4:30 p.m., and plenty of offer. Awards will be presented to the 1st, welcome. Select Fridays are available for free prizes and pupus will keep you and The Kaneohe Klipper has discounted 2nd and 3rd overall competitors, along training exercises and unit events. your gang coming back for more. prices for E-5 and below. The greens fee with 1st place awards going to the indi- For individual play, the cost is $40 per A King and a Queen of the Quarter is only $9 for 18 holes and $5 for 9 holes. vidual division winners. person and includes all rental equipment will be crowned and become eligible to Plus, club rental is lowered to $5 per set. In addition to all of the fun, 50 lucky and 400 rounds. win the regal recliner during Super Bowl Two tee times on Saturdays and entrants will walk away with a compli- For unit training, the cost is $20 per Sunday. Sundays are reserved for Single Marine mentary Thanksgiving turkey, compli- person. Players have the option of bring- and Sailor Program only. ments of Safeway. Refreshments will al- ing their own paint or buying it at the Bowl Strikes The deadline for the Saturday tee-off so be available. field. at K-Bay’s Lanes is Thursday at 5 p.m., and Sunday’s Information packets will be available For more details, contact Paintball Bowling is back, and back “with atti- deadline is Friday at 5 p.m. For more de- for pick-up at the Semper Fit Center, Hawaii owner Roland Manahan at 265- tude!” Monday through Thursday, E-5 tails, call 254-7593.

Base All Stars NAME: Dalton Hillard

AGE: 12

SCHOOL: Mokapu Elementary

SPORT: Flag football

TEAM: Kaneohe Bay Raiders

POSITION: Quarterback

• Hillard has been playing football for three years now.

• He began playing in Garden City, New York, where he won the championship.

• In a recent game, Hillard scored five touchdowns. Courtesy of Maj. Ronald Domingue “I love the way you can release your anger and frustrations on the field.”

CCOMMUNITYOMMUNITY SSPORTSPORTS Hale Koa Offers Tennis Tournament Family Hike Goes Saturday Pay for classes and pick up your life grateful for this enthusiastic support. The Hale Koa Hotel is offering a ten- The Hawaii Trail and Mountain Club jacket at Equipment Check Out. nis doubles classic today thru Sunday. challenges novice hikers to tackle a spe- For more information, call Bellows Event schedule: There will be a men’s and women’s divi- cial family hike, courtesy of the Nature Recreation at 259-8080. Tuesday, Dec. 3 sion, as well as mixed doubles. Conservancy, Saturday at 8 a.m. Speed skating competitions: Make checks payable to the Hale Koa A standard favorite, but still a bit of a 2002 Special Olympics Comes to Oahu Ice Palace 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Hotel and mail them to: challenge, this five-mile, intermediate- Special Olympics Hawaii is delighted D. Conroy, Hale Koa Hotel Tennis level outing will allow hikers to enjoy na- to announce that Hickam Air Force Base Friday, Dec. 6 2055 Kalia Road ture to their heart’s content. and MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, will co- Basketball competitions: Honolulu, HI 96815 This new hike loop will skirt cultural host the 2002 Holiday Classic on Dec. 6, Semper Fit Center, K-Bay Entry forms are available at the POiNT sites, the wreck of an old B-24 from 7 and 8. 12 - 6:30 p.m. Health Club. World War II and some rare plants. MCB Hawaii will partly provide hous- Hickam Gym and Youth Center As with all HTMC hikes, bring your ing and sports venues for more than 800 12 - 6 p.m. Charity Fishing Tournament own lunch and water, wear sturdy shoes Special Olympics athletes from more Scheduled, Today and clothing, and exercise caution. than 65 delegations throughout Hawaii Bowling competitions: All ages, whether boating or shoreline, The $2 donation and an additional $5 who have been training and competing K-Bay Lanes 12 - 3 p.m. are invited to participate in Haleiwa Joe’s reservation fee is requested. Children locally for the priviledge to compete in Hickam Lanes Charity Fishing Tournament, today thru under 18 must be accompanied by a re- the 2002 Special Olympics Hawaii’s 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sunday, beginning at sunset (about 6 sponsible adult. Also, trails and lunch Holiday Classic. p.m.) sites must be kept litter free, and Opening Ceremonies will be held Dec. Saturday, Dec. 7 Plenty of prizes will be awarded in cat- firearms, pets, radios and other audio de- 6 at Hickam AFB, featuring the tradi- Basketball competitions: egories such as largest ulua, largest pa- vices are prohibited on all hikes. tional ‘Parade of Athletes’ and the torch Semper Fit Center, K-Bay pio, largest reef and largest game for lighting ceremony. The evening of Dec. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. manini (7 and under), keiki (8 to 12), Bellows Hosts Outdoor Recreation 7, there will be an awards banquet and Hickam Gym and Youth Center (same) teens (13 to 17) and adults (18 and over). Just because summer is over, does not the Victory Dance aboard K-Bay. T-shirts ($13) and banquet tickets mean you have to be a couch potato. Competitions and awards for figure Bowling competitions: ($10) will be available for entries re- Bellows Recreation (at 259-8080) offers and speed skating will be held at the Ice K-Bay Lanes 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. ceived by the Nov. 13 deadline. (Late en- plenty of outdoor activities. Palace in Pearl City, Dec. 3. Basketball Hickam Lanes (same) trants will not be guaranteed a T-shirt on Learn how to choose the best waves to and bowling competitions will be held the day of the event.) shoot the curl, as Bellows offers body- on Dec. 5, 6, and 7 aboard K-Bay and Sunday, Dec. 8 Final weigh-in time will go Sunday boarding lessons Fridays at 1 p.m. The Hickam AFB. Special Olympics gold, Basketball competitions: from 12 - 2 p.m. for boaters, and from cost is $12 per person and includes the silver and bronze medals will be award- Semper Fit Center, K-Bay 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. for shoreline fishers. use of a bodyboard. ed in true olympic-style immediately fol- 8 a.m. - noon Cost is $15 for 12 and under, $25 for Learn ocean kayak skills, including lowing the events. Hickam Gym and Youth Center teens and $40 for adults. deep water recovery, navigation, water The Special Olympics have outgrown 8 - 11 a.m. Proceeds benefit Haleiwa Joe’s safety, and efficient paddling techniques. most facilities on Oahu — and, without Windward Scholarship Fund. For more Classes are every Wednesday and the support of our military, we would not Bowling competitions: details, contact Tim York at 247-6671. Thursday at 1 p.m. The cost is $14 for be able to open our competitions to every K-Bay Lanes 8:30-11:30 a.m. adults and includes kayak rental. Special Olympics athlete. We are most Hickam Lanes (same) HAWAII MARINE November 15, 2002 • C-3

MAG-24, From C-1 dished out made HQBN lose focus and fail to execute the Christian Gonzalez and even sound fundamentals that had quarterback Ron Bradbury, got them to the semifinals. brought the score at halftime More than one time out was to 21-6. A Degennaro to Brian wasted because there weren’t Whitt pass scored HQBN enough Warriors on the field. their only six points in the The Bone Crushers of HQ, half. 3rd Marine Regiment handed The Warriors failed to MAG-24 their only defeat of muster any momentum after the regular season, and most their first touchdown of the of the Bandits said they hoped night, and continued to let the they would have a rematch Bandit defense meddle with with the ‘Crushers in the their backfield. championship game. More amazing than the fact Instead, MAG-24 is sched-

Sgt. Robert Carlson that the MAG-24 defense kept uled to play 1st Bn., 3rd getting through the line, was Marine Regiment tonight in The running game is where both winning teams made their money in the semifinals. Left — 1/3’s Richard that Degennaro kept getting the first ever MCB Hawaii Francillo breaks the Bone Crushers’ defense, and Jarold back up off of the turf. football league champi- Hager (above) runs past the HQBN defenders. The beating that MAG-24 onship. 1/3, From C-1 through the 1/3 defensive squad on the ground, and the desperate long bombs down the field resulted in more interceptions than completions. Raiders quarterback Dwayne Adams connect- ed with Jason Gates, Richard Francillo and Jeremy Boyer for motiva- tion-crushing gains through, over and around the Bone Crusher defense. Near the end of the third quarter, the Bone Crushers were displaying even less intensity and drive, and the Raiders capitalized. After getting nowhere with the running game, Bone Crushers quarter- back Dave Heyman threw an interception to Raider safety Marvin Jones, and the Raiders turned the drive into six points. The Bone Crushers scored once more in the fourth, and the game end- ed 33-12. “Ball Control Offense,” were the three words head coach Ashley Britt used to describe how his Raiders dominated the Bone Crushers for the en- tire game. “There is a lot of motivation on this team, and we’ve had a lot of great practices. We’ll be ready to win on Friday.” The Raiders face the Bandits of MAG-24 at 6 pm. tonight for the cham- pionship at Pop Warner Field.

BOXING, From C-1 be competing in, such as the local Golden Gloves, the U.S. National Boxing Championships, and the National Police Athletic League Tournament. About 20 members are expected to be on the team’s final roster, includ- ing five females led by Sgt. Angelina Summerfield. She has been with the team since 1999 and competes in the 141-pound weight class.. “Each one of us here have one thing on our mind, and that’s to beat Army,” said Sgt. Anthony Little. “They have always been that hump we have had trouble getting over.” C-6 • November 15, 2002 HAWAII MARINE

SSPORPORTSTS AROUNDAROUND THETHE CCORPSORPS Albany celebrates Corps’ birthday with football Cpl. Nicholas Tremblay zero. Six seconds into the quarter, the to go in the first half, the Vikings had a MCLB Albany Vikings capitalized on Kennedy’s run chance to increase their lead when Watts when he threw a bullet to Sheldon Watts, caught a 30-yard pass from Kennedy. But MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS BASE Vikings’ wide receiver, in the end zone for the Knights’ defense continued to fight ALBANY, Ga. — The Marine Corps a touchdown. and shut down the Vikings’ offensive Logistics Base Systems Command Knights The Vikings pulled ahead with a six- charge. and the Headquarters Battalion Vikings point lead after their two-point conversion With the start of the second half, the battled it out Tuesday for the MCLB was denied. Knights looked revived as they took the Albany eight-man Tackle Football League The Vikings offense was relentless and ball to the 40-yard line after the Vikings championship. Kennedy ran the ball into the Knights’ end kicked-off. The Knights continued their Both teams finished regular season play zone for a touchdown four minutes later. charge and managed to get the ball to the with a record of seven wins and two loss- The Vikings’ two-point conversion was Vikings’ 34. On the fourth down Alvin es. However, the Vikings dominated the again no-good. Payne, Vikings’ cornerback, intercepted a game and shut out the Knights 24-0. Scottie Sanders, Knights’ linebacker, re- pass from Chris Frey, Knights’ quarter- The game started with the Vikings kick- ceived the Vikings’ kickoff and fumbled back. ing off to the Knights, who were able to get the ball, but the Knights recovered the ball Kennedy threw a 40-yard bomb to the ball down to the Vikings’ 20, but could- at the 1. The Vikings kept the pressure on Watts, who ran it into the end zone for a n’t sneak anything past the wall of purple the Knights’ offense and forced them to Vikings’ touchdown. With the Vikings defenders. punt the ball when they could not get a leading 18 - 0 going into the fourth quar- Things were looking up for the Knights first down. ter. when Teleo Laury, Knights’ defensive end, Lady Luck was on the Knights’ side One minute and 33 seconds into the fi- covered the ball after the Vikings fumbled when the Vikings fumbled the ball and nal quarter, the Vikings’ offense drove the it, but again the defense was solid. Michael Donaldson, Knights’ offensive final nail into the Knights’ coffin when In the final minutes of the first quarter, and defensive lineman, recovered the ball Watts received an 11-yard pass from Cpl. Phuong Chau Vikings’ quarterback Herbert Kennedy on the Vikings’ 17. Kennedy for a touchdown. Knights wide receiver Maurice brought the ball close to the Knights’ goal But again the Knights felt the wrath of As the clock wound down, the Knights Williams (right), a native of Philadelphia, Pa., cannot fight off line with a 25-yard run. the strong defenders and the Vikings gave it their all to break the shut-out, but the Vikings’ secondary to snag a Going into the second quarter, the score gained possession of the ball. With 2:24 left the Vikings’ defense just said “no.” pass for his team. was still tied at HAWAII MARINE November 15, 2002 • C-7 Diabetes Awareness Month Low insulin, lack of exercise could cause diabetes Navy Lt. Shauna King Anderson Diabetes is more common among African Americans, Manager. Your PCM can support you in making Dept Head Health Promotion Hispanics, Native Americans, Asian Americans and lifestyle changes to lose weight and begin exercise, de- Naval Medical Clinic, Pearl Harbor Pacific Islanders. termine if you have diabetes and help you to get con- Many people who are diagnosed with Type 2 are able trol of your glucose to prevent the long-term effects of Attention, Americans! Is your lifestyle putting you to better control their diabetes by changing their diet, diabetes. at risk for the 4th leading cause of death in the United losing weight and becoming active. Sometimes - even In short, diabetes is a disease that is affecting many States? with lifestyle improvements - pills or insulin may be Americans, but with lifestyle changes and adherence to Unfortunately, a problem with living in the land of needed to control the glucose or blood sugar. medical advice, it can be well managed. prosperity and technology is that many Americans If left uncontrolled, both types of diabetes can lead Many people with diabetes are leading happy and have become overweight and sedentary. Our fast- to blindness, kidney failure, stroke, amputations, heart healthy lives. Get the facts about diabetes. paced and stressful lives keep us from exercising and attack or death. planning meals. Many of our jobs, although stressful, It is estimated that 15 million Americans have dia- Points of Contact demand very little physical activity. betes, but only two thirds of them have been diagnosed. Talk to your Primary Care Manager (your M.D., This lifestyle is leading many Americans to the diag- nurse practitioner or physicians’ assistant) to see if you nosis of a serious disease called diabetes. Could you be susceptible to getting diabetes? are at risk. Are you overweight, inactive, have high triglyc- Naval Medical Clinic, Pearl Harbor also offers a What is diabetes? erides, high blood pressure or a family or gestational monthly nutrition and weight management class. To Diabetes is not a new disease. In fact, the Egyptians (pregnancy) history of diabetes? reserve a seat for a class at Base Medical Clinic knew about diabetes over 3,000 years ago. Many of the Are you noticing symptoms that could be linked to Makalapa, call 473-0247; for BMC Kaneohe Bay, call Pharoahs who were eating rich diets, and mostly seden- diabetes: frequent urination, increased thirst, increased 257-2131. tary, were discovered to have diabetes. The “cure” then hunger, fatigue and poor healing? You can also check out the American Diabetes was to send the Pharaohs to live with peasants for a few If yes, to any of these questions, this may be a good Association online at www.diabetes.org. It’s your months, whose modest diets and active lifestyles time to set up an appointment to see your Primary Care health. Take control of it. proved to be a great remedy. Today, we know a lot more about diabetes, a meta- bolic disease. When food is eaten, a gland called the pancreas releases insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is necessary to get the sugar or glucose from food, to the cells of the body where it can be used for energy, to keep the body working. There are two types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2.

Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 comprises only about 10 percent of those with diabetes, and it usually develops in children and young adults. Type 1 is caused by a lack of insulin production. This type of diabetes cannot be predicted or prevented by lifestyle. Also, Type 1 diabetics must take injected in- sulin.

Type 2 Diabetes Type 2 diabetes usually develops in adults who are over 40, inactive and overweight. Sadly, many over- weight and inactive children are now being diagnosed with Type 2. There are other risks for Type 2 which cannot be con- trolled such as ethnicity and family history of diabetes.