A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd WING – JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO

LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, TEXAS • www.lackland.af.mil • Vol. 68 No. 35 • SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 AN ACTIVE EXERCISE INSIDE Commentary 2 Recognition 6 What’s Happening 26

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Photo by Robbin Cresswell Emergency responders carry a patient into Wilford Hall Medical Center for treatment during an active shooter training exercise Tuesday. The Inn renovations 12 training exercise tested Lackland units on their ability to respond to an active shooter incident. Base hosts 9/11 memorial run Best of the best 27 By Patrick Desmond and the 802nd Civil Engineer Squadron, silence, a prayer reading by Chaplain (Lt. Staff Writer Senior Master Sgt. Keith Baber is charged Col.) Shon Neyland and recitation of the with getting the word out on base. Airmen’s Creed, precedes the formation Lackland’s annual Sept. 11 memorial “The whole idea of the run is to show run. run allows Airmen to come together in mil- support,” Sergeant Baber said. “A forma- Sergeant Baber expects more than itary service as they honor the day’s fallen tion run helps build espirit de corps and a 1,000 people to participate and added, Americans. cohesiveness among not only your unit and “the more participants, the better.” The memorial ceremony and run is wing, but the entire base.” Following the ceremony, Airmen in unit scheduled for 5:30 a.m., Sept. 8 at the A memorial ceremony, including the and group formations commence a roughly basic military training parade grounds. raising and lowering of the flag in concor- two-mile loop down Truemper Street onto View the Talespinner online As president of the Lackland First dance with Reveille and Taps, comments the training side of base, crossing at the at www.lackland.af.mil Sergeants’ Council, and first sergeant to from 502nd Air Base Wing Commander both the 802nd Force Support Squadron Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick, a moment of See RUN P4 PAGE 2 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 3 COMMENTARY News BRIEFS COMMISSARY LABOR DAY HOURS Editorial staff The Lackland commissary will be open BRIG. GEN. LEONARD PATRICK, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday for the Labor 502ND AIR BASE WING Day holiday. Make Labor Day safety a personal priority OMMANDER C

By Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick should ask the who, what, when, has not dissipated. Stock lots of drinks OSCAR BALLADARES, BASE RAMADAN OBSERVANCES DIRECTOR, 502ND ABW OL-A Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting, 502nd Air Base Wing commander where, and how questions as they and stay away from alcohol and caffeine PUBLIC AFFAIRS relate to weekend plans to ensure which can dehydrate. will be observed daily at sunset in the JOE BELA, Labor Day is dedicated to the a comprehensive look has been • Don’t get burned – Labor Day is a big CHIEF OF INTERNAL Global Ministry Center, Bldg. 7452, through achievements of American work- given to safety factors. Below are barbecue holiday. Keep your eye on the COMMUNICATIONS, 671-4111 Sept. 9 or Sept. 10. ers and the contributions they a few important tips for consider- hot fire. If you are disposing of ash or SHANNON CARABAJAL, Observances include breaking of fast, make to the strength, prosperity, ation: coals at your party location, use an MANAGING EDITOR, 671-1786 prayers and lectures. and well-being of our country. • Kids are No. 1 priority – Ensure appropriate disposal drum or make sure MIKE JOSEPH, For more information, call Chaplain Labor Day weekend also marks Brig. Gen. an adult is always watching the the coals or ash are thoroughly soaked STAFF WRITER, 671-4357 (Capt.) Sharior Rahman at 671-2941. the end of the 101 Critical Days of young ones – unsupervised chil- with water before disposal. Leonard Patrick PATRICK DESMOND, Summer, a period historically dren can get into dangerous situ- • Plan for the extra traffic – Consider SPORTS EDITOR/STAFF WRITER, CFC KICKOFF BREAKFAST associated with increased mishaps. I ations quickly. leaving the day before Labor Day and 671-5049 The 2010 Combined Federal Campaign encourage each of you to take a well • Keep it cold – Nothing will ruin your staying a day after to avoid the extra PAUL NOVAK, kickoff breakfast is Sept. 13, 8 a.m., at the deserved break and recharge over this party more than sick family and friends. traffic. If that isn’t possible, get an early DESIGN/LAYOUT, 671-0478 Labor Day weekend. Bear in mind we Keep your perishable foods on ice. Use start on your day! Gateway Club. must always exercise safety and continu- disposable cake pans filled with ice and Exercising risk mitigation lets some- Office: For more information, contact 1st Lt. 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 ously manage risk. nestle your bowls and dishes in the ice one know you care! As wingmen and Lackland AFB, Texas Aaron Blackburn at 977-5718. Prior to this holiday commanders and for a quick and simple outdoor refrigera- Battle Buddies, let’s work together to 78236-5103 (210) 671-1786; supervisors have a great opportunity to tor. You can never have too much ice on protect our most valuable resources: our (fax) 671-2022 RETROACTIVE STOP LOSS CLAIMS reinforce the importance of safety. hand! military members, civilians, and our fam- E-mail: [email protected] Airmen, veterans and beneficiaries who Remind your people about the signifi- • The heat is on – Labor day is consid- ilies. Commander’s Action Line: actionline@lackland. af.mil. were involuntarily extended under Stop Loss cance of including family members in ered the end of summer – but the hot Enjoy the time off and most of all – BE Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) between Sept. 11, 2001 and Sept. 30, 2009 decisions regarding activities. They weather of summer in most places still SAFE! For advertising information: Prime Time Military Newspapers are eligible for Retroactive Stop Loss Special 2203 S. Hackberry Pay. San Antonio, Texas 78210 (210) 534-8848 The deadline is Oct. 21 to file RSLSP (fax) 534-7134 claims for an enlistment involuntarily extended due to Stop Loss. Courtesy photo A joint experience, from the inside out Tora Tora Tora will perform a reenactment of the bombing of Pearl Harbor during AirFest 2010 Nov. 6 and 7. Visit www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/stoploss This newspaper is published by for claim forms and filing instructions. Prime Time Military Newspapers, a By Senior Master Sgt. Leslie Bramlett located a joint in my foot and Force medical team cared for However, it only took dislo- private firm in no way connected with 59th Medical Operations Group earned a medevac redeploy- joint and coalition forces in cating one to further broaden the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive AIR FORCE BIRTHDAY BALL written contract with Lackland AFB, Living museum comes to AirFest 2010 ment. What I lost that day Central America and Southwest my perspective on jointness. Texas. This commercial enterprise Air The Air Force’s 63rd Birthday Ball is “Experience is not what hap- (mostly mobility and pride) Asia. It was also evident in the The stories and sacrifices I wit- Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. Sept. 18 at the Gateway Club with social By 1st Lt. Natassia Cherne never forget the first time I saw a B- Tora Tora Tora is not a typical history pens to you; it’s what you do does not compare with what I medevac system where I linked nessed of injured, brave young military services. Contents of the 502nd ABW Public Affairs OL-A 17 flying low over the with lesson. The show includes eight to 10 Talespinner are not necessarily the hour at 6 p.m. and dinner at 6:50 p.m. with what happens to you.” gained – a reminder of our up with returning wounded men and women from every official views of, or endorsed by, the Reservations are due by Sept. 10. Ticket one gear down, and the sound of Tora aircraft, a bomb squad, and 61 -Aldous Huxley ever-increasing jointness. warriors from every branch. branch personified service U.S. government, the Department of Tora Tora Tora, an explosive aerial many Zeros (Japanese fighter planes) pyrotechnic effects. Every perform- Defense, or the Department of the Air prices are major and above, civilians from A recent deployment further I’m a ’90s Airman. During Though we came from diverse before self. I was reminded Force. history lesson featuring a reenact- attacking overhead. Dec. 7, 1941, is a ance is a living museum that promis- GS-12 or above, $45; master sergeant to shaped my perspective on that time “joint” was a buzz- units and had different injuries that while our service uni- The appearance of advertising in ment of the Japanese attacks on Pearl day that will live in infamy, and I will es to be as fresh and exciting as their this publication, including inserts or captain, GS-11 and below, $40; staff ser- jointness. As my deployment word word. However, not many we shared a common service. forms, creeds, traditions and supplements, does not constitute Harbor, will be among the headliners always have an image of (the Pearl very first show. endorsement by the Department of geant to technical sergeant, $30; and air- was winding down I decided to workplaces reflected jointness. Additionally, each stop back to songs vary, they essentially Defense, the Department of the Air at Lackland AirFest 2010 Nov. 6-7 at Harbor bombing) because of shows With security being Lackland’s No. help out another unit’s intra- Today, it’s becoming rarer to the states was filled with joint project the same message. The Force or Prime Time Military man basic to senior airman, $20. the historic Kelly Field Annex flight like Tora! Tora! Tora!,” said Col. 1 priority, visitors will be prohibited Newspapers, of the products or services mural sports team. They were support a military organization well-wishers and care takers. It Latin phrase “pro patria” best advertised. For more information, contact your unit line. William H. Mott V, 37th Training Wing from bringing concealed weapons, ice one player short and about to or expeditionary mission with- wasn’t the uniform they wore describes this significance. It Everything advertised in this representative or Staff Sgt. Jared S. publication shall be made available for Performed by the Commemorative commander. chests, backpacks, large bags, alco- forfeit, so they asked me to out seeing the joint fingerprint. but the sincerity of their means “for one’s country.” purchase, use or patronage without Browning at 834-9932. Air Force, the group began in 1972 The group’s motto is “least we for- hol, skates and skateboards. These regard to race, color, religion, sex, play. Operational risk manage- Simply put, regardless of where encouraging words and skills Clearly, we are joint from national origin, age, marital status, after six replica Japanese aircraft get,” a reflection of why volunteers items must be left in the vehicle. Pets, ment principles should have or how we serve, be it the tip of that made the difference to us. the inside out … in ideals, goals physical handicap, political affiliation, were donated to the CAF. Thirty-eight from all over the country give their with the exception of assistance or or any other nonmerit factor of the FIRE STATION OFFERS TOURS told me it was a bad idea. In the spear in battle, or along the Finally, when I returned to and execution. As we continue purchaser, user or patron. The Lackland fire station will be offering years later, the pilots and ground time to ensure an accurate represen- guide dogs, will not be allowed at the hindsight the risk formula was shaft directing, guiding or sup- Lackland, I found the same to embrace challenges and Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Public tours during fire prevention week Oct. 4-8. crews perform 12 to 16 shows a year, tation for generations born after event. easy to apply: older guy + porting, it is clear that joint- pulse and footprint on Joint experience the inevitable victo- Affairs Office of the 502nd Air Base To schedule a tour, call Dori Matthey at 671- bringing a little bit of history to every World War II. Gates for AirFest 2010 will open younger guys + sports = hurt ness is alive and here to stay. Base San Antonio. ries ahead, we must remember Wing. All photos, unless otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air Force photos. 2063. aerial performance. The group’s mission is to tell a from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 6-7. For older guy. That’s exactly what I saw this during deploy- Biologists say there are over the battle cry ... “One team, Deadline for submissions is “When I was a boy, my parents story that will forever be a part of our more information, visit http://www. noon Thursday the week prior to happened. Consequently, I dis- ments when our Army and Air 200 joints in the body. one fight!” publication. took me to an in Kansas. I’ll nation’s history. A reenactment from lackland.af.mil/airshow. PAGE 2 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 3 COMMENTARY News BRIEFS COMMISSARY LABOR DAY HOURS Editorial staff The Lackland commissary will be open BRIG. GEN. LEONARD PATRICK, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday for the Labor 502ND AIR BASE WING Day holiday. Make Labor Day safety a personal priority OMMANDER C

By Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick should ask the who, what, when, has not dissipated. Stock lots of drinks OSCAR BALLADARES, BASE RAMADAN OBSERVANCES DIRECTOR, 502ND ABW OL-A Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting, 502nd Air Base Wing commander where, and how questions as they and stay away from alcohol and caffeine PUBLIC AFFAIRS relate to weekend plans to ensure which can dehydrate. will be observed daily at sunset in the JOE BELA, Labor Day is dedicated to the a comprehensive look has been • Don’t get burned – Labor Day is a big CHIEF OF INTERNAL Global Ministry Center, Bldg. 7452, through achievements of American work- given to safety factors. Below are barbecue holiday. Keep your eye on the COMMUNICATIONS, 671-4111 Sept. 9 or Sept. 10. ers and the contributions they a few important tips for consider- hot fire. If you are disposing of ash or SHANNON CARABAJAL, Observances include breaking of fast, make to the strength, prosperity, ation: coals at your party location, use an MANAGING EDITOR, 671-1786 prayers and lectures. and well-being of our country. • Kids are No. 1 priority – Ensure appropriate disposal drum or make sure MIKE JOSEPH, For more information, call Chaplain Labor Day weekend also marks Brig. Gen. an adult is always watching the the coals or ash are thoroughly soaked STAFF WRITER, 671-4357 (Capt.) Sharior Rahman at 671-2941. the end of the 101 Critical Days of young ones – unsupervised chil- with water before disposal. Leonard Patrick PATRICK DESMOND, Summer, a period historically dren can get into dangerous situ- • Plan for the extra traffic – Consider SPORTS EDITOR/STAFF WRITER, CFC KICKOFF BREAKFAST associated with increased mishaps. I ations quickly. leaving the day before Labor Day and 671-5049 The 2010 Combined Federal Campaign encourage each of you to take a well • Keep it cold – Nothing will ruin your staying a day after to avoid the extra PAUL NOVAK, kickoff breakfast is Sept. 13, 8 a.m., at the deserved break and recharge over this party more than sick family and friends. traffic. If that isn’t possible, get an early DESIGN/LAYOUT, 671-0478 Labor Day weekend. Bear in mind we Keep your perishable foods on ice. Use start on your day! Gateway Club. must always exercise safety and continu- disposable cake pans filled with ice and Exercising risk mitigation lets some- Office: For more information, contact 1st Lt. 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 ously manage risk. nestle your bowls and dishes in the ice one know you care! As wingmen and Lackland AFB, Texas Aaron Blackburn at 977-5718. Prior to this holiday commanders and for a quick and simple outdoor refrigera- Battle Buddies, let’s work together to 78236-5103 (210) 671-1786; supervisors have a great opportunity to tor. You can never have too much ice on protect our most valuable resources: our (fax) 671-2022 RETROACTIVE STOP LOSS CLAIMS reinforce the importance of safety. hand! military members, civilians, and our fam- E-mail: [email protected] Airmen, veterans and beneficiaries who Remind your people about the signifi- • The heat is on – Labor day is consid- ilies. Commander’s Action Line: actionline@lackland. af.mil. were involuntarily extended under Stop Loss cance of including family members in ered the end of summer – but the hot Enjoy the time off and most of all – BE Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) between Sept. 11, 2001 and Sept. 30, 2009 decisions regarding activities. They weather of summer in most places still SAFE! For advertising information: Prime Time Military Newspapers are eligible for Retroactive Stop Loss Special 2203 S. Hackberry Pay. San Antonio, Texas 78210 (210) 534-8848 The deadline is Oct. 21 to file RSLSP (fax) 534-7134 claims for an enlistment involuntarily extended due to Stop Loss. Courtesy photo A joint experience, from the inside out Tora Tora Tora will perform a reenactment of the bombing of Pearl Harbor during AirFest 2010 Nov. 6 and 7. Visit www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/stoploss This newspaper is published by for claim forms and filing instructions. Prime Time Military Newspapers, a By Senior Master Sgt. Leslie Bramlett located a joint in my foot and Force medical team cared for However, it only took dislo- private firm in no way connected with 59th Medical Operations Group earned a medevac redeploy- joint and coalition forces in cating one to further broaden the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive AIR FORCE BIRTHDAY BALL written contract with Lackland AFB, Living museum comes to AirFest 2010 ment. What I lost that day Central America and Southwest my perspective on jointness. Texas. This commercial enterprise Air The Air Force’s 63rd Birthday Ball is “Experience is not what hap- (mostly mobility and pride) Asia. It was also evident in the The stories and sacrifices I wit- Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. Sept. 18 at the Gateway Club with social By 1st Lt. Natassia Cherne never forget the first time I saw a B- Tora Tora Tora is not a typical history pens to you; it’s what you do does not compare with what I medevac system where I linked nessed of injured, brave young military services. Contents of the 502nd ABW Public Affairs OL-A 17 flying low over the runway with lesson. The show includes eight to 10 Talespinner are not necessarily the hour at 6 p.m. and dinner at 6:50 p.m. with what happens to you.” gained – a reminder of our up with returning wounded men and women from every official views of, or endorsed by, the Reservations are due by Sept. 10. Ticket one gear down, and the sound of Tora aircraft, a bomb squad, and 61 -Aldous Huxley ever-increasing jointness. warriors from every branch. branch personified service U.S. government, the Department of Tora Tora Tora, an explosive aerial many Zeros (Japanese fighter planes) pyrotechnic effects. Every perform- Defense, or the Department of the Air prices are major and above, civilians from A recent deployment further I’m a ’90s Airman. During Though we came from diverse before self. I was reminded Force. history lesson featuring a reenact- attacking overhead. Dec. 7, 1941, is a ance is a living museum that promis- GS-12 or above, $45; master sergeant to shaped my perspective on that time “joint” was a buzz- units and had different injuries that while our service uni- The appearance of advertising in ment of the Japanese attacks on Pearl day that will live in infamy, and I will es to be as fresh and exciting as their this publication, including inserts or captain, GS-11 and below, $40; staff ser- jointness. As my deployment word word. However, not many we shared a common service. forms, creeds, traditions and supplements, does not constitute Harbor, will be among the headliners always have an image of (the Pearl very first show. endorsement by the Department of geant to technical sergeant, $30; and air- was winding down I decided to workplaces reflected jointness. Additionally, each stop back to songs vary, they essentially Defense, the Department of the Air at Lackland AirFest 2010 Nov. 6-7 at Harbor bombing) because of shows With security being Lackland’s No. help out another unit’s intra- Today, it’s becoming rarer to the states was filled with joint project the same message. The Force or Prime Time Military man basic to senior airman, $20. the historic Kelly Field Annex flight like Tora! Tora! Tora!,” said Col. 1 priority, visitors will be prohibited Newspapers, of the products or services mural sports team. They were support a military organization well-wishers and care takers. It Latin phrase “pro patria” best advertised. For more information, contact your unit line. William H. Mott V, 37th Training Wing from bringing concealed weapons, ice one player short and about to or expeditionary mission with- wasn’t the uniform they wore describes this significance. It Everything advertised in this representative or Staff Sgt. Jared S. publication shall be made available for Performed by the Commemorative commander. chests, backpacks, large bags, alco- forfeit, so they asked me to out seeing the joint fingerprint. but the sincerity of their means “for one’s country.” purchase, use or patronage without Browning at 834-9932. Air Force, the group began in 1972 The group’s motto is “least we for- hol, skates and skateboards. These regard to race, color, religion, sex, play. Operational risk manage- Simply put, regardless of where encouraging words and skills Clearly, we are joint from national origin, age, marital status, after six replica Japanese aircraft get,” a reflection of why volunteers items must be left in the vehicle. Pets, ment principles should have or how we serve, be it the tip of that made the difference to us. the inside out … in ideals, goals physical handicap, political affiliation, were donated to the CAF. Thirty-eight from all over the country give their with the exception of assistance or or any other nonmerit factor of the FIRE STATION OFFERS TOURS told me it was a bad idea. In the spear in battle, or along the Finally, when I returned to and execution. As we continue purchaser, user or patron. The Lackland fire station will be offering years later, the pilots and ground time to ensure an accurate represen- guide dogs, will not be allowed at the hindsight the risk formula was shaft directing, guiding or sup- Lackland, I found the same to embrace challenges and Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Public tours during fire prevention week Oct. 4-8. crews perform 12 to 16 shows a year, tation for generations born after event. easy to apply: older guy + porting, it is clear that joint- pulse and footprint on Joint experience the inevitable victo- Affairs Office of the 502nd Air Base To schedule a tour, call Dori Matthey at 671- bringing a little bit of history to every World War II. Gates for AirFest 2010 will open younger guys + sports = hurt ness is alive and here to stay. Base San Antonio. ries ahead, we must remember Wing. All photos, unless otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air Force photos. 2063. aerial performance. The group’s mission is to tell a from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 6-7. For older guy. That’s exactly what I saw this during deploy- Biologists say there are over the battle cry ... “One team, Deadline for submissions is “When I was a boy, my parents story that will forever be a part of our more information, visit http://www. noon Thursday the week prior to happened. Consequently, I dis- ments when our Army and Air 200 joints in the body. one fight!” publication. took me to an air show in Kansas. I’ll nation’s history. A reenactment from lackland.af.mil/airshow. PAGE 4 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 5 RUN from P1 troop walk before returning to the parade grounds. A participant in previous years, Sergeant Baber said the Sept. 11 run is a cathartic experience as the somber mood of the ceremony turns into a high-energy run. “I’m sad for the people who paid the ultimate price,” he said. “It’s amazing the transformation. All of a sudden you’re fired up, ready to go, because you’re proud to be an American. The next thing you know your com- mander is in front of you, your first ser- geant and your squadron members, all running as one team.” The first sergeant encourages Airmen to arrive in their PT uniform and to hydrate to ensure a successful run. The formation run is open to military only, while anyone with base access can attend the memorial ceremony. Parking for the run is available at the parade field, 37th TRW headquar- ters, the Gateway Club and Mitchell Hall. For more information about the run, call Sergeant Baber at 671-3909. PAGE 6 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 7 BMT HONORS Congratulations to the fol- Alexander Mclean 323rd Training Squadron Patrick Williams Flight 568 lowing 50 Airmen for being Flight 573 Flight 564 Female Airmen selected as honor graduates 321st Training Squadron Connor Cooney Trenton Broughton Ashley Benes, 321st TRS, among 508 trainees graduat- Flight 565 Aaron Craton Flight 566 ing today: Colten Barron Timothy Kantorak 326th Training Squadron Jennifer Danielson, 323rd Christopher Lee Robert Kring Flight 569 TRS, Flight 574 320th Training Squadron Flight 566 Hiram McFarland Paul Barth Flight 567 Megan Beacom Ryan Mitchell Michael Henderson Male Flights Robert Connolly Evelyn Velasquez Flight 574 Christopher Holden 323rd TRS, Flight 573 Hayden Eilerman Alyssa Baker Jason Sampson 324th TRS, Flight 563 Philip Lacy 322nd Training Squadron Jennifer Danielson Flight 570 Female Flights Gabriel Lazurka Flight 571 Katherine Dew Michael Danner 323rd TRS, Flight 574 Ant’uan Thompson Dominik Lane Cassondra Johnson Timothy Marquardt 321st TRS, Flight 566 Richard Walter Ryan Marler James Rusiewski Drew Winstead Adam Schlabach 324th Training Squadron Joshua Williams Top Academic Flights Flight 568 Logan Wilson Flight 563 324th TRS, Flight 563 Jeremy Beland Flight 572 Marcus Coronado Most Physically Fit 323rd TRS, Flight 573 Abraham Ducatte Andrea Clark Andrew Hoyer Male Airmen Glen Eddy Stephanie Coulthurst David Smith Jacob Bennette, 320th TRS, Top BMT Airman Patrick Howard Aysha Harris Douglas Surles Flight 567 Gabriel Lazurka, 320th TRS, Kevin Jones Rebecca Kaiser Justin Tierney Salvatore Persico, 320th TRS, Flight 567 Airmen earn ASSUMING COMMAND Diamond Sharp

Congratulations to the following recipients of the Lackland First Sergeants’ Diamond Sharp Award for August, received in recognition of their outstanding performance, appearance and dedication.

342nd Training Squadron Staff Sgt. Mark Harvey

543rd Support Squadron Senior Airman Jeffrey Lemmer

559th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Tech. Sgt. John Seay

802nd Operations Support Squadron Airman 1st Class Mark Mangasarian

802nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Airman 1st Class Maria Lopez Airman 1st Class Ming Ni

Photo by Robbin Cresswell (Left) Lt. Col. William Rowell, 22nd Training Squadron commander, and Capt. Harley Doubet, 22nd TRS Detachment 2 commander, unveil the detachment’s flag during the activation and assumption of command ceremony Aug. 24 at the Forbes Hall Auditorium on Lackland’s Training Annex. Under Captain Doubet’s command, the detachment will manage the evasion and conduct after capture training program and survival, evasion, rescue, escape specialist selection for the 22nd TRS at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. PAGE 8 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 9 Alcoholic energy drinks pose health risk

By L.A. Shively fee or tea. It is often in the form of guarana or yerba Fort Sam Houston Public Affairs mate. According to public health officials, an average eight-fluid-ounce energy drink has about 80 mil- With long hours and physically demanding work- ligrams of caffeine, while 16 fluid ounce drinks con- loads, servicemembers are increasingly using sports tain around 150 milligrams. and energy drinks to refuel. The newest craze to hit Sergeant Hampton said the drinks also contain the market is alcoholic energy drinks which combine high levels of alcohol. Compared to beer, which has a the effects of alcohol, a depressant, and stimulants. 4 percent alcohol content, alcoholic energy drinks Alcoholic energy drinks carry names like Tilt, Rock contain up to 12 percent of alcohol by volume. Courtesy photo Star 21 and Joose and are similar in look, feel and A row of alcoholic energy drinks await purchase in a When you then add (high caffeine content) to alco- price to popular non-alcoholic energy drinks. The dif- beverage freezer. hol, some people can have serious health or other ference between non-alcoholic energy drinks and problems, Ms. Moss said. alcoholic energy drinks, however, is enormous. that the alcohol has not impaired your judgment and According to the National Institute of Health, an Non-alcoholic energy drinks are meant to supply your ability to drive a car or do your job,” Ms. Moss energy drink and alcohol combination can produce mental and physical stimulation for a short period of said. chronic headaches, impair judgment, create shortness time, while alcoholic energy drinks are consumed for “It just creates a ‘wide awake drunk.’ The other of breath, dizziness and disorientation and can boost effect. danger is the caffeine levels. High levels of caffeine heart rate and blood pressure to dangerous levels. “People drink them to help them stay awake longer can cause increased anxiety, panic attacks, increased Sergeant Hampton said alcoholic energy drinks can and drink more,” said Angela Moss, a prevention blood pressure and insomnia.” also have a negative impact on a servicemember’s coordinator with the Army Substance Abuse Program According to Staff Sgt. Brandon Hampton, career. Because they contain alcohol, consuming the at Fort Sam Houston. She explained that fatigue is the Lackland Alcohol Drug Abuse Prevention and drinks can lead to an alcohol-related incident and body’s way of saying one has had enough to drink. Treatment program NCO in charge, the condition is administrative actions including an Article 15, loss of Alcoholic energy drinks fool the body and can make extremely dangerous and puts people at a higher risk assignment, confinement, loss of security clearances the person think they are not as intoxicated as they for alcohol poisoning. and loss of driving privileges. really are. The central ingredient in most non-alcoholic ener- For more information, contact the ADAPT office at “Just because you don’t feel drunk doesn’t mean gy drinks is caffeine, the same stimulant found in cof- 292-4452. PAGE 10 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 11 Foundation steps up new museum efforts Lackland officers selected for promotion

By Mike Joseph Conference and International Convention in “Not only were the look and feel changed but so Staff Writer Atlanta. were the functions,” Mr. Vazquez said. “It’s a To solidify an earlier endorsement of the proj- tremendous benefit and we’re delighted.” The 2010A Lieutenant Line Air Force Reserve Officer Training Edward Cantrell 690th Intelligence Support Squadron The Lackland Gateway Heritage Foundation is ect, the AFSA presented a $10,000 check to Mr. • The board accepted 400 square feet of rent-free of the Air Force-Medical Service selec- Corps Thomas Bodnar on the verge of takeoff in its quest to build a new Vazquez at the conference, the largest donation to office space next to Kel-Lac Uniforms from the tion boards selected 1,236 majors for Jennifer Suarez 3rd Combat Camera Squadron privately-funded multi-million dollar enlisted date for the project. Hancock family. The space will eventually be used promotion. Thomas Knowles 802nd Comptroller Squadron Airmen heritage museum and learning center at “We’re moving very quickly and we know this is as a reception area and marketing tool. Congratulations to the following Security Forces Center Scott Thompson Lackland. going to continue to grow,” he said. • The foundation was recently recognized on the Lackland majors selected for promo- Aaron Guill 59th Dental Group “It’s being said the fundraising is going to In addition to the donation, Mr. Vazquez also floor of the House of Representatives with a tion to lieutenant colonel: Andrew Lattimore 802nd Force Support Squadron explode exponentially,” said Jaime Vazquez, foun- made a presentation to the group, which yielded a proclamation for its efforts at the request of Rep. U.S. Strategic Command Chad Schrecengost dation board president and retired Air Force networking opportunity. Charles Gonzalez, D-Texas. The congressman’s Air Force Medical Support Agency Stephen Rinehart 624th Operations Center colonel. “A lot is going on, and people are really, “Chief Roy (Chief Master Sgt. James Roy, Air office is also working closely with the foundation Kenneth Burkett Danny Slifer William Clarke 837th Training Squadron really engaged.” Force command chief) heard the presentation, to obtain grants and earmarks. Eric Trismen Since assuming the task to raise at least $25 and I was able to talk with him afterwards,” Mr. • The Air Force Federal Credit Union is partner- Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance 24th Air Force 59th Medical Logistics and Readiness million to build a new USAF Airman Heritage Vazquez said. “The chief expressed his support.” ing with the foundation to promote and market its and Reconnaissance Agency Michael Artelli Squadron Museum last year, the foundation has been taking Mr. Vazquez also talked with Secretary of the paver program. Additionally, the credit union will Jared Patrick Kathy Brady Idona Henry a step-by-step approach to construct a solid base Air Force Michael Donley. “He was very interest- be offering checking accounts/debit card accounts before beginning its major fundraising efforts. ed, and expressed his gratitude for the foundation with the foundation’s logo, and customers can The board president predicts future steps for and the work we’re doing towards the new muse- donate their cash rewards to the foundation. the foundation will begin to accelerate, and atten- um.” AFCU also gave $1,000 toward expenses at the dance at a convention appearance has created an In other foundation news: AFSA conference. optimistic outlook. • A group of volunteers, including Airmen, •A partnership between the foundation and St. Mr. Vazquez and Dwayne Hopkins, a foundation upgraded the new museum’s website, www.myair- Mary’s University is also in the works. In board member and former 37th Training Wing manmuseum.org., and are managing it at no cost. exchange for helping establish accounting proce- command chief, recently attended the Air Force Donations, paver purchases and contact informa- Sergeants Association’s Professional Airmen’s tion are now on the site. See FOUNDATION P24 PAGE 10 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 11 Foundation steps up new museum efforts Lackland officers selected for promotion

By Mike Joseph Conference and International Convention in “Not only were the look and feel changed but so Staff Writer Atlanta. were the functions,” Mr. Vazquez said. “It’s a To solidify an earlier endorsement of the proj- tremendous benefit and we’re delighted.” The 2010A Lieutenant Colonel Line Air Force Reserve Officer Training Edward Cantrell 690th Intelligence Support Squadron The Lackland Gateway Heritage Foundation is ect, the AFSA presented a $10,000 check to Mr. • The board accepted 400 square feet of rent-free of the Air Force-Medical Service selec- Corps Thomas Bodnar on the verge of takeoff in its quest to build a new Vazquez at the conference, the largest donation to office space next to Kel-Lac Uniforms from the tion boards selected 1,236 majors for Jennifer Suarez 3rd Combat Camera Squadron privately-funded multi-million dollar enlisted date for the project. Hancock family. The space will eventually be used promotion. Thomas Knowles 802nd Comptroller Squadron Airmen heritage museum and learning center at “We’re moving very quickly and we know this is as a reception area and marketing tool. Congratulations to the following Security Forces Center Scott Thompson Lackland. going to continue to grow,” he said. • The foundation was recently recognized on the Lackland majors selected for promo- Aaron Guill 59th Dental Group “It’s being said the fundraising is going to In addition to the donation, Mr. Vazquez also floor of the House of Representatives with a tion to lieutenant colonel: Andrew Lattimore 802nd Force Support Squadron explode exponentially,” said Jaime Vazquez, foun- made a presentation to the group, which yielded a proclamation for its efforts at the request of Rep. U.S. Strategic Command Chad Schrecengost dation board president and retired Air Force networking opportunity. Charles Gonzalez, D-Texas. The congressman’s Air Force Medical Support Agency Stephen Rinehart 624th Operations Center colonel. “A lot is going on, and people are really, “Chief Roy (Chief Master Sgt. James Roy, Air office is also working closely with the foundation Kenneth Burkett Danny Slifer William Clarke 837th Training Squadron really engaged.” Force command chief) heard the presentation, to obtain grants and earmarks. Eric Trismen Since assuming the task to raise at least $25 and I was able to talk with him afterwards,” Mr. • The Air Force Federal Credit Union is partner- Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance 24th Air Force 59th Medical Logistics and Readiness million to build a new USAF Airman Heritage Vazquez said. “The chief expressed his support.” ing with the foundation to promote and market its and Reconnaissance Agency Michael Artelli Squadron Museum last year, the foundation has been taking Mr. Vazquez also talked with Secretary of the paver program. Additionally, the credit union will Jared Patrick Kathy Brady Idona Henry a step-by-step approach to construct a solid base Air Force Michael Donley. “He was very interest- be offering checking accounts/debit card accounts before beginning its major fundraising efforts. ed, and expressed his gratitude for the foundation with the foundation’s logo, and customers can The board president predicts future steps for and the work we’re doing towards the new muse- donate their cash rewards to the foundation. the foundation will begin to accelerate, and atten- um.” AFCU also gave $1,000 toward expenses at the dance at a convention appearance has created an In other foundation news: AFSA conference. optimistic outlook. • A group of volunteers, including Airmen, •A partnership between the foundation and St. Mr. Vazquez and Dwayne Hopkins, a foundation upgraded the new museum’s website, www.myair- Mary’s University is also in the works. In board member and former 37th Training Wing manmuseum.org., and are managing it at no cost. exchange for helping establish accounting proce- command chief, recently attended the Air Force Donations, paver purchases and contact informa- Sergeants Association’s Professional Airmen’s tion are now on the site. See FOUNDATION P24 PAGE 12 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 13 INNS from P12 STAND UP AND SALUTE Inns of Lackland undergoing renovations The Inns of Lackland cater to a diverse customer base. While its customers are By Mike Joseph ered, damaged lamps replaced, and new carpet, mostly military who are tem- Staff Writer draperies, and bedspreads installed every six years; porarily deployed or students rooms are completely renovated every 12 years. at Lackland, the hotel prop- The Lackland landscape seems to transition daily Along with the soft materials, painting and new fur- erties also house the 433rd as new buildings under construction begin to rise, niture are a part of the 12-year makeovers. Airlift Wing and 149th renovated buildings reopen and older structures are Sixty rooms at the Gateway Inn and 12 at the Fighter Wing Reserve compo- demolished. Patriot Inn were whole-room renovations this year, nents on Reserve weekends. The Inns of Lackland are undergoing their own and the rest were décor remodels. Also included in When available – the prop- transition but it’s a different kind –interior current makeovers were dehumidifiers, new refrig- erties average a 95 percent makeovers. It’s a continuing project that goes unno- erators and microwave ovens or micro fridge units, occupancy rate – Lackland ticed from the outside until a guest walks through and flat screen television sets. hotels also provide lodging one of the properties’ lobbies or swings open the Gateway Lodge and Gateway Inn received the for friends and family of door to a newly renovated room. bulk of the remodels. More than $2.6 million was basic military training gradu- “Every year we are renovating properties as part spent on the lobby and 218 rooms at Gateway ates, medical evacuees, Photo by Alan Boedeker of an ongoing program,” said Re Zander, The Inns Lodge, $2 million on the lobby and 102 rooms at wounded warriors and Sixty rooms at the Gateway Inn were completely renovated of Lackland assistant manager. Gateway Inn, $1.3 million on the lobby and 116 retirees using medical facili- as part of $7.7 million renovation project. The project The Lackland hotel properties are in the midst of rooms at Gateway Villa, $1.5 million on 125 rooms ties. multi-million dollar renovations ranging from par- included renovations at 11 of the 44 buildings under The at Kelly Inn, and $300,000 on 12 rooms at Patriot Inns of Lackland umbrella. The Air Force Services tial or total room renovations to the installation of a Inn. Agency, which oversees gov- new phone system with wireless Internet. In addition to those makeovers, a separate $10 This year’s expenditure follows a $2.3 million ernment lodging accommo- For fiscal year 2010, $7.7 million was spent ren- million, two-year venture is underway to install the disbursement in FY 2009; another $3.7 million has dations, funded the projects. ovating 11 of the 44 buildings under The Inns of upgraded phone system in each of the 2,583 rooms. been allocated for FY 2011. The Inns of Lackland com- Lackland umbrella. All of the properties – Gateway “The money we generate goes right back into the “We want our customers to be comfortable and Photo by Alan Boedeker bined have the most rooms Lt. Gen. Robert Allardice, 18th Air Force commander, returns a salute from a flight passing in review during the Air Force Basic Inn, Gateway Villa, Gateway Lodge, Kelly Inn at Port rooms,” Mrs. Zander said. “It goes into upgrading have the amenities they need,” Mrs. Zander said. and generate the most rev- San Antonio and Patriot Inn at Camp Bullis – have and keeping up with (the latest technology).” Military Training graduation ceremony Aug. 27. Members of the 18th AF commanders and command chiefs conference visited enue in the government lodg- Lackland to tour BMT Aug. 26 and 27. been a part of the project. She said all Lackland rooms have chairs recov- See INNS P13 ing program. PAGE 12 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 13 INNS from P12 STAND UP AND SALUTE Inns of Lackland undergoing renovations The Inns of Lackland cater to a diverse customer base. While its customers are By Mike Joseph ered, damaged lamps replaced, and new carpet, mostly military who are tem- Staff Writer draperies, and bedspreads installed every six years; porarily deployed or students rooms are completely renovated every 12 years. at Lackland, the hotel prop- The Lackland landscape seems to transition daily Along with the soft materials, painting and new fur- erties also house the 433rd as new buildings under construction begin to rise, niture are a part of the 12-year makeovers. Airlift Wing and 149th renovated buildings reopen and older structures are Sixty rooms at the Gateway Inn and 12 at the Fighter Wing Reserve compo- demolished. Patriot Inn were whole-room renovations this year, nents on Reserve weekends. The Inns of Lackland are undergoing their own and the rest were décor remodels. Also included in When available – the prop- transition but it’s a different kind –interior current makeovers were dehumidifiers, new refrig- erties average a 95 percent makeovers. It’s a continuing project that goes unno- erators and microwave ovens or micro fridge units, occupancy rate – Lackland ticed from the outside until a guest walks through and flat screen television sets. hotels also provide lodging one of the properties’ lobbies or swings open the Gateway Lodge and Gateway Inn received the for friends and family of door to a newly renovated room. bulk of the remodels. More than $2.6 million was basic military training gradu- “Every year we are renovating properties as part spent on the lobby and 218 rooms at Gateway ates, medical evacuees, Photo by Alan Boedeker of an ongoing program,” said Re Zander, The Inns Lodge, $2 million on the lobby and 102 rooms at wounded warriors and Sixty rooms at the Gateway Inn were completely renovated of Lackland assistant general manager. Gateway Inn, $1.3 million on the lobby and 116 retirees using medical facili- as part of $7.7 million renovation project. The project The Lackland hotel properties are in the midst of rooms at Gateway Villa, $1.5 million on 125 rooms ties. multi-million dollar renovations ranging from par- included renovations at 11 of the 44 buildings under The at Kelly Inn, and $300,000 on 12 rooms at Patriot Inns of Lackland umbrella. The Air Force Services tial or total room renovations to the installation of a Inn. Agency, which oversees gov- new phone system with wireless Internet. In addition to those makeovers, a separate $10 This year’s expenditure follows a $2.3 million ernment lodging accommo- For fiscal year 2010, $7.7 million was spent ren- million, two-year venture is underway to install the disbursement in FY 2009; another $3.7 million has dations, funded the projects. ovating 11 of the 44 buildings under The Inns of upgraded phone system in each of the 2,583 rooms. been allocated for FY 2011. The Inns of Lackland com- Lackland umbrella. All of the properties – Gateway “The money we generate goes right back into the “We want our customers to be comfortable and Photo by Alan Boedeker bined have the most rooms Lt. Gen. Robert Allardice, 18th Air Force commander, returns a salute from a flight passing in review during the Air Force Basic Inn, Gateway Villa, Gateway Lodge, Kelly Inn at Port rooms,” Mrs. Zander said. “It goes into upgrading have the amenities they need,” Mrs. Zander said. and generate the most rev- San Antonio and Patriot Inn at Camp Bullis – have and keeping up with (the latest technology).” Military Training graduation ceremony Aug. 27. Members of the 18th AF commanders and command chiefs conference visited enue in the government lodg- Lackland to tour BMT Aug. 26 and 27. been a part of the project. She said all Lackland rooms have chairs recov- See INNS P13 ing program. PAGE 14 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 15 Good health habits prevent germs By Michele Riboul when a patient’s body is not able to fight infections. 59th Medical Wing Infection Control Transient organisms are organisms we pick up from the environment around us and are often Keeping hands clean is one of the most important found on the hands of healthcare personnel. These steps one can take to avoid getting sick and spread- can be harmful microorganisms acquired from an ing germs to others. Many diseases and conditions infected or a non-infected patient and can lead to are spread by not washing hands properly. serious infections. Hand hygiene can remove these The skin is an important barrier protecting you organisms from our skin. against harmful microorganisms. Keeping your skin Hand hygiene is the single most important way to intact and free of injury is your primary defense prevent the spread of infection. There are two against the spread of infection. methods of hand hygiene – soap and water or alco- Allowing the skin to become dry can cause tiny hol hand rub. nicks and cracks in the skin that allow germs to Soap and water physically remove germs from enter the body. Dry skin is caused by a loss of water the hands; it takes about 90 seconds to wash prop- and not from a lack of oils on the skin. Many factors erly. This method can be used when hands are can speed up this loss such as repeatedly wetting grossly soiled, but can also cause skin irritation. and drying the skin, as well as washing hands too The alcohol-rub method kills germs on the skin often with a strong hand hygiene agent. and takes only 15 seconds to clean. This method There are two types of microorganisms that com- should not be used when hands are grossly soiled. pose our skin flora – resident and transient. Alcohol rub can sometimes improve skin conditions. Resident microorganisms are always on the skin. Hand washing doesn’t take much time or effort, They cannot be removed completely, but their num- but it offers great rewards in terms of preventing ill- Photo by Senior Airman Nicole Mickle ber can be reduced. ness. Adopting simple hand-washing habits can play Senior Airman Kathryn North, Radiologic Technologist, Many of the resident skin organisms do not cause a major role in protecting your health. 59th Radiology Squadron, washes her hands before infections in healthy people; however, they can For more information, contact the Infection assisting with a procedure at Wilford Hall Medical Center. cause infections during surgical procedures and Control Office at 292-7803. PAGE 16 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 17 Texas Air Guard prepares security forces Airmen for deployment Story and photos by Master Sgt. Mike Smith since the two-and-a-half years Desert post’s Military Operations in Urban National Guard Bureau Defender stood up,” Colonel Alvarez Terrain site, where they learned the said. “Certainly (we have) in the last tactics for close quarters battles inside On the desert ranges of Fort Bliss, 18 months, when it was certified as a and outside city buildings. Texas, there is a lot of open space for regional training center.” Dismounted operations ensure Soldiers to train and prepare for com- Now, the Air Guard training center that, should they go on a foot patrol, bat in Iraq and Afghanistan. is the sole schoolhouse for training they move properly and know the Army operations are well-known active-duty, guard and Reserve securi- techniques and tactics needed under here, but active-duty, guard and ty forces Airmen for these operations. fire, Colonel Alvarez said. They also Reserve security forces Airmen are on “It’s testament to the total force undergo rollover training and water the range, too. and what we bring to the table,” the survival courses to increase their sur- Texas members colonel said. vivability in those situations. trained the latest class of security Nearly 40 instructors as well as The Airmen also gain expertise in a forces Airmen here recently on the additional support staff members run 40-hour Army combat lifesaver equipment, tactics and techniques “Desert Defender,” which is a geo- course. that take force protection outside the graphically separated unit of Colonel Alvarez said the classroom wire. Lackland’s 149th Fighter Wing. and field training follows a purposeful The Air Guard’s 204th Security The mission provides combat sequence to a final, all-inclusive, Forces Squadron operates “Desert readiness training to deploying securi- multi-day field training exercise at the Defender,” the Air Force Regional ty forces Airmen, which includes end of the course. Training Center here, which prepares sniper/counter-sniper training, area “The training has been amazing,” active-duty, guard and Reserve securi- security operations training and base Captain Jackson said. “They provide ty forces Airmen for area security security operations training for Air the leeway for the students to tailor operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Force security forces. their training and apply it in a practi- The nearly 50-day course includes They also operate the same equip- cal manner that’s suitable to us, by much of the same training Soldiers ment they will use in the warfight. our squads.” undertake before deployment, such as “They have some of the best equip- Captain Jackson said the security mounted operations on armored vehi- ment that I have ever seen,” said forces group he will deploy with con- cles and dismounted operations in Capt. Chris Jackson, an active duty sists of three squadrons. foot patrols. security forces operations officer from While the other two squadrons “We also teach them counter-insur- , Ala. train at other training centers in base gency operations, which is critical in During the training, Captain security operations, he said his this timeframe,” said Lt. Col. Carl Jackson led more than 24 Airmen in a squadron is training here, because it Alvarez, the squadron and training field exercise with armored fighting will execute the outside-the-wire mis- center commander. vehicles, including the military’s sion at their area of responsibility. Air Force officials say the inclusion newest mine-resistant, ambush-pro- It will be Captain Jackson’s first of the deployment training here stems tected all-terrain vehicle and up- combat deployment. partly from a rewrite of Air Force armored Humvees. “I feel really lucky to get this mis- installation security instructions and When they armed their weapons sion,” he said. its newer integrated defense postures, and headed down a dirt road toward Tech. Sgt. David Butler, an instruc- Arming under the gaze of instructors, a team of Airmen prepare for a convoy live fire exercise during the Air Force’s Desert Defender course on Fort which take security forces Airmen McGregor Convoy Live Fire Range tor, said deploying security forces Bliss, Texas. The six-week course is run by the Texas Air National Guard’s 204th Security Forces Squadron. It prepares Air Force security forces for area outside the wire to defend installa- #38, it was time to put their classroom squadrons are a mix of those who security operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Airmen deploy immediately after graduation. tions. training into action with bullets on deployed several times and those who Just a few years ago, a cadre of Air target. are on their first deployment. Guard members started the school- “The objective of today’s lesson is He said working as a team is the house from a few run-down buildings to ensure the defenders engage tar- greatest lesson they learn. on and built it up gets properly with everything from M2 “When you get 13 or 14 different through “a lot of hard work,” Colonel .50-caliber machine guns to M4 bases together and try to send them Alvarez said. rifles,” Colonel Alvarez said, which downrange as a unit ... it’s not like Today, it is a U.S. Air Force certi- “includes understanding fields of fire, they ever worked together,” he said. fied regional training center with new and how to properly engage targets to “We hold their feet to the fire ... buildings and classrooms, as well as the rear, to the right, and to the left they come out of here with a pretty the latest military equipment. while ensuring a safe convoy.” good knowledge of what kind of team “I think we have come a long way The Airmen also trained at the they are taking downrange.” Air Force Staff Sgt. Ryan Deane talks with security forces Airmen during a convoy live fire exercise on a range in Texas. Deane is assigned as an instructor at the Desert Defender Regional Training Center, Texas Air National Guard, 204th Security Forces Squadron. PAGE 20 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 21 GET YOUR KICKS AT CHECK SIX

Airman 1st Class Erica Salmons goes down the Photos by Alan Boedeker water slide at the Warhawk Pool Aug. 26. Airman 1st Class Levon Harrison, 59th Dental Training Squadron, gets low as he goes under the limbo bar during the Airman Salmons is with the 59th Medical Check Six event Aug. 26. The event, held at the Warhawk Pool, included games, music and food. Support Squadron. PAGE 22 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 23 Edwards Aquifer Level in feet above sea level Lackland AFA seeking high school cyber defense teams The Alamo Chapter of the Air “We as an association are con- rounds will earn all-expense-paid CURRENT LEVEL* = 667.7’ Conservation Corner Force Association is actively seek- cerned about our nation’s ability trips to an in-person competition *determines Joint Base San Antonio water conservation stage ing participation in CyberPatriot to maintain its cyber leadership, in the , D.C. area in Normal - above 660’ SAVE ENERGY! III, the premier national high particularly with respect to the early April. school cyber defense competition. low numbers of young people who Competition for CyberPatriot is Stage I - 660’ Ever wonder how energy Randy Coggins, chapter presi- are entering the cyber workforce. divided into two divisions: the Stage II - 650’ efficient your home is? dent, encouraged all local high CyberPatriot is an excellent Open Division, in which any high Stage III - 642’ schools, Junior ROTC units, and way to excite our nation’s high school can compete; and the All squadrons to reg- school youth about an area that Service Division, which welcomes Stage IV - 640.5’ Visit http://www. energysavvy.com/estimate/ ister teams for the competition. promises rewarding career oppor- teams from Junior ROTC units of Stage V - 637’ “The is depend- tunities that can keep America the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and to find out. ent as few nations are on comput- strong.” Air Force, and from Civil Air ers and networks – cyber systems CyberPatriot teams are made Patrol composite or cadet – for every aspect of our lives. Our up of five-person teams who com- squadrons. commerce, our industry, and our pete on-line in initial rounds by For more information, visit the economy all depend on cyber sys- defending a network against out- San Antonio CyberPatriot website tems. Our national defense is side threats. at www.cyber.alamoafa.org. based on superiority in cyber- Online competition begins in (Courtesy Alamo Chapter of the space as well,” Mr. Coggins said. October; teams winning those Air Force Association) PAGE 22 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 23 Edwards Aquifer Level in feet above sea level Lackland AFA seeking high school cyber defense teams The Alamo Chapter of the Air “We as an association are con- rounds will earn all-expense-paid CURRENT LEVEL* = 667.7’ Conservation Corner Force Association is actively seek- cerned about our nation’s ability trips to an in-person competition *determines Joint Base San Antonio water conservation stage ing participation in CyberPatriot to maintain its cyber leadership, in the Washington, D.C. area in Normal - above 660’ SAVE ENERGY! III, the premier national high particularly with respect to the early April. school cyber defense competition. low numbers of young people who Competition for CyberPatriot is Stage I - 660’ Ever wonder how energy Randy Coggins, chapter presi- are entering the cyber workforce. divided into two divisions: the Stage II - 650’ efficient your home is? dent, encouraged all local high CyberPatriot is an excellent Open Division, in which any high Stage III - 642’ schools, Junior ROTC units, and way to excite our nation’s high school can compete; and the All Civil Air Patrol squadrons to reg- school youth about an area that Service Division, which welcomes Stage IV - 640.5’ Visit http://www. energysavvy.com/estimate/ ister teams for the competition. promises rewarding career oppor- teams from Junior ROTC units of Stage V - 637’ “The United States is depend- tunities that can keep America the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and to find out. ent as few nations are on comput- strong.” Air Force, and from Civil Air ers and networks – cyber systems CyberPatriot teams are made Patrol composite or cadet – for every aspect of our lives. Our up of five-person teams who com- squadrons. commerce, our industry, and our pete on-line in initial rounds by For more information, visit the economy all depend on cyber sys- defending a network against out- San Antonio CyberPatriot website tems. Our national defense is side threats. at www.cyber.alamoafa.org. based on superiority in cyber- Online competition begins in (Courtesy Alamo Chapter of the space as well,” Mr. Coggins said. October; teams winning those Air Force Association) PAGE 24 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 25 FOUNDATION from P10 for the new museum. He has met with base officials to begin an archi- COMMUNITY dures and building a 2011 budget tectural rendering of the new muse- and software advice, senior account- um. ing students may receive internship • A proposed statement of work for Local credit. paver location and installation at the •Dr. Richard Downs, a professional parade grounds has been approved. BRIEFS strategic planner and facilitator, has • The foundation will be participat- FAMILY HOUSING CARNIVAL Wednesday of each month. THRIFT SHOP BAG SALE and Your Family Benefit from the ports the 59th Medical Wing staff. volunteered his time to develop a ing in AirFest 2010, the Air A back to school carnival by For more information, contact The Lackland Thrift Shop bag sale Freedoms Embodied in the U.S. E-mail reservations to strategic vision and plan for the Education and Training Command Lackland family housing is today, 6-8 Master Sgt. Michael Barnes at 671- is Sept. 11, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Constitution.” [email protected] by foundation. symposium in next January, and p.m., in the new construction home 3860. For more information, call the Entry forms are available at the Sept. 11. For more information, con- • Jose Calzada, owner of Architec- birdies for charity at the Valero neighborhood behind the Lackland Thrift Shop at 671-3600 or e-mail Lackland commissary or at http:// tact Kerri Hudson at (614) 256-6331. tura SA, has volunteered his services Texas Open next spring. Youth Center. CHILI COOK-OFF [email protected]. govdocs4children.pbworks.com. The free event includes food, A chili cook-off is Sept. 11, 9 a.m., Entries must be postmarked by Oct. 1 OFFICERS’ SPOUSES’ CLUB games, prizes, bouncy houses, face in conjunction with the quarterly flea AWANA MEETING SCHEDULED and mailed to Martha Childers, The Lackland Officers’ Spouses’ painting and Star Wars characters. market at the Warhawk Fitness Center The first meeting and registration Johnson County Public Library, 9875 Club meets Sept. 21, 11 a.m. to 1 “… Changing Lives One Gift For more information, call 674- parking lot. for AWANA, a Bible-based children W. 87th Street, Overland Park, KS p.m., at the Kelly Club. 9366. Prizes include $100 for first place, and youth ministry, is Sept. 15, 6-8 66212. E-mail reservations for the “Let’s $75 for second place and $25 for p.m., at Freedom Chapel. Steal a Deal” luncheon to at a Time …” AF RESERVE JOB BRIEFING third place. AWANA meets weekly on FAMILY HOUSING YARD SALE [email protected] by A briefing about Air Force Reserve For rules and registration, call Wednesdays from September through The Lackland family housing prop- noon on Sept. 14. Costs are $12.50 for part-time and full-time opportunities 671-3191 or visit www.lacklandfss. May. For more information, contact erty-wide yard sale is Sept. 19, 7 a.m. club members, $14.50 for non-club for Airmen scheduled to separate is com/skylark.html. Pre-registration is Freedom Chapel at 671-4208. to 12:30 p.m. members. For membership informa- Wednesday, 10 a.m., in the Military required. For more information, call 674- tion, visit www.lacklandosc.org. Personnel Flight building, Bldg. 5616, CONSTITUTION DAY POSTER CONTEST 9366. room 104. QUARTERLY FLEA MARKET The Defense Commissary Agency PEDIATRICPATIENT VOLUNTEERS Areas discussed include tradition- The quarterly flea market is Sept. is sponsoring the U.S. Constitution WHA MEMBERSHIP BARBECUE The Dental Residency Program al Reserve, Individual Mobilization 11, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Day poster contest for students in The Wilford Hall Auxiliary will host needs patients younger than 12 years Augmentee, active Guard Reserve and Warhawk Fitness Center parking lot. kindergarten through 12th grade. a membership drive barbecue with old on Sept. 15. Air Reserve technician; benefits and Vendor spots are available for $10 The contest invites entrants, free food and drinks Sept. 18, 11 a.m. Check in is 8-10 a.m. at the entitlements information is also or $15 with a table. including homeschoolers, to celebrate to 2 p.m., at Stillman Park. Skylark Community Center. included. To sign up, call the Skylark Constitution Day on Sept. 17 by Families are invited to become For more information, contact Briefings are held the second Community Center at 671-3191. designing a poster showing how “You members of the auxiliary, which sup- Staff Sgt. Foulkes at 671-9876.

… Please support the Combined Federal CHAPEL SERVICES KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES Orthodox Islamic Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Campaign Sept. 13 – Oct. 31, 2010 Sunday: For more information, Friday: Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Contact your unit reps for more info. Christian Airmen Memorial Chapel contact the chapel staff: Defense Language Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m. Airman’s Attic 671-1780 Catholic Institute Religious Education, Monday-Friday: Student Center Base Post Office 671-1058 10:45 a.m. Freedom Chapel Faith Study, 1:30 p.m. Bowling Center 671-2271 Mass, 11:30 a.m. Jummah Prayer, 1:30-2:30 DEERS 800-538-9552 Protestant p.m. Family Child Care 671-3376 Sunday: Sunday: Wilford Hall Chapel Legal Office 671-3362 Mass, 11 a.m Airmen Memorial Chapel Religious Education, 10:00 Liturgical Service, 8 a.m. a.m.-12:00 p.m. Library 671-3610 Saturday: Freedom Chapel • 671-4208 Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 Freedom Chapel Hope Chapel Gateway Chapel • 671-2911 Jewish MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Confessions, 4:45 p.m. Spanish Contemporary, Hope Chapel • 671-2941 Friday: Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 Mass, 5:30 p.m. 12:45 p.m. WHMC Chapel • 292-7373 Airmen Memorial Chapel TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 Contemporary, 10:45 a.m. Sabbath Eve Service, Sunday: 5:45 p.m. Thrift Shop 671-3600 Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Thursday: Religious Education, 4:30 Religious Education, 9 Contemporary Service, Bible Study, 6 p.m. p.m. Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club www.lacklandesc.org a.m. 9:30 a.m. Lackland Force Support Squadron www.lacklandfss.com Mass, 11 a.m. Gospel Service, 12:30 Sunday: Wicca p.m. Medina Chapel 1st Wednesday: Lackland ISD www.lacklandisd.net Hope Chapel Children’s Church Contemporary Service, 9 Freedom Chapel Lackland Officer Spouses’ Club www.lacklandosc.org Hispanic Mass, 9:15 a.m. provided a.m. Room 8, Religious Education, 11 San Antonio Military Lackland public Web site www.lackland.af.mil Wilford Hall Chapel a.m. Wilford Hall Chapel Open Circle, My Air Force Life www.MyAirForceLife.com Mass, 3 p.m. Wednesday and Traditional Service, 1:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. PAGE 24 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 25 FOUNDATION from P10 for the new museum. He has met with base officials to begin an archi- COMMUNITY dures and building a 2011 budget tectural rendering of the new muse- and software advice, senior account- um. ing students may receive internship • A proposed statement of work for Local credit. paver location and installation at the •Dr. Richard Downs, a professional parade grounds has been approved. BRIEFS strategic planner and facilitator, has • The foundation will be participat- FAMILY HOUSING CARNIVAL Wednesday of each month. THRIFT SHOP BAG SALE and Your Family Benefit from the ports the 59th Medical Wing staff. volunteered his time to develop a ing in AirFest 2010, the Air A back to school carnival by For more information, contact The Lackland Thrift Shop bag sale Freedoms Embodied in the U.S. E-mail reservations to strategic vision and plan for the Education and Training Command Lackland family housing is today, 6-8 Master Sgt. Michael Barnes at 671- is Sept. 11, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Constitution.” [email protected] by foundation. symposium in next January, and p.m., in the new construction home 3860. For more information, call the Entry forms are available at the Sept. 11. For more information, con- • Jose Calzada, owner of Architec- birdies for charity at the Valero neighborhood behind the Lackland Thrift Shop at 671-3600 or e-mail Lackland commissary or at http:// tact Kerri Hudson at (614) 256-6331. tura SA, has volunteered his services Texas Open next spring. Youth Center. CHILI COOK-OFF [email protected]. govdocs4children.pbworks.com. The free event includes food, A chili cook-off is Sept. 11, 9 a.m., Entries must be postmarked by Oct. 1 OFFICERS’ SPOUSES’ CLUB games, prizes, bouncy houses, face in conjunction with the quarterly flea AWANA MEETING SCHEDULED and mailed to Martha Childers, The Lackland Officers’ Spouses’ painting and Star Wars characters. market at the Warhawk Fitness Center The first meeting and registration Johnson County Public Library, 9875 Club meets Sept. 21, 11 a.m. to 1 “… Changing Lives One Gift For more information, call 674- parking lot. for AWANA, a Bible-based children W. 87th Street, Overland Park, KS p.m., at the Kelly Club. 9366. Prizes include $100 for first place, and youth ministry, is Sept. 15, 6-8 66212. E-mail reservations for the “Let’s $75 for second place and $25 for p.m., at Freedom Chapel. Steal a Deal” luncheon to at a Time …” AF RESERVE JOB BRIEFING third place. AWANA meets weekly on FAMILY HOUSING YARD SALE [email protected] by A briefing about Air Force Reserve For rules and registration, call Wednesdays from September through The Lackland family housing prop- noon on Sept. 14. Costs are $12.50 for part-time and full-time opportunities 671-3191 or visit www.lacklandfss. May. For more information, contact erty-wide yard sale is Sept. 19, 7 a.m. club members, $14.50 for non-club for Airmen scheduled to separate is com/skylark.html. Pre-registration is Freedom Chapel at 671-4208. to 12:30 p.m. members. For membership informa- Wednesday, 10 a.m., in the Military required. For more information, call 674- tion, visit www.lacklandosc.org. Personnel Flight building, Bldg. 5616, CONSTITUTION DAY POSTER CONTEST 9366. room 104. QUARTERLY FLEA MARKET The Defense Commissary Agency PEDIATRICPATIENT VOLUNTEERS Areas discussed include tradition- The quarterly flea market is Sept. is sponsoring the U.S. Constitution WHA MEMBERSHIP BARBECUE The Dental Residency Program al Reserve, Individual Mobilization 11, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Day poster contest for students in The Wilford Hall Auxiliary will host needs patients younger than 12 years Augmentee, active Guard Reserve and Warhawk Fitness Center parking lot. kindergarten through 12th grade. a membership drive barbecue with old on Sept. 15. Air Reserve technician; benefits and Vendor spots are available for $10 The contest invites entrants, free food and drinks Sept. 18, 11 a.m. Check in is 8-10 a.m. at the entitlements information is also or $15 with a table. including homeschoolers, to celebrate to 2 p.m., at Stillman Park. Skylark Community Center. included. To sign up, call the Skylark Constitution Day on Sept. 17 by Families are invited to become For more information, contact Briefings are held the second Community Center at 671-3191. designing a poster showing how “You members of the auxiliary, which sup- Staff Sgt. Foulkes at 671-9876.

… Please support the Combined Federal CHAPEL SERVICES KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES Orthodox Islamic Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Campaign Sept. 13 – Oct. 31, 2010 Sunday: For more information, Friday: Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Contact your unit reps for more info. Christian Airmen Memorial Chapel contact the chapel staff: Defense Language Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m. Airman’s Attic 671-1780 Catholic Institute Religious Education, Monday-Friday: Student Center Base Post Office 671-1058 10:45 a.m. Freedom Chapel Faith Study, 1:30 p.m. Bowling Center 671-2271 Mass, 11:30 a.m. Jummah Prayer, 1:30-2:30 DEERS 800-538-9552 Protestant p.m. Family Child Care 671-3376 Sunday: Sunday: Wilford Hall Chapel Legal Office 671-3362 Mass, 11 a.m Airmen Memorial Chapel Religious Education, 10:00 Liturgical Service, 8 a.m. a.m.-12:00 p.m. Library 671-3610 Saturday: Freedom Chapel • 671-4208 Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 Freedom Chapel Hope Chapel Gateway Chapel • 671-2911 Jewish MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Confessions, 4:45 p.m. Spanish Contemporary, Hope Chapel • 671-2941 Friday: Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 Mass, 5:30 p.m. 12:45 p.m. WHMC Chapel • 292-7373 Airmen Memorial Chapel TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 Contemporary, 10:45 a.m. Sabbath Eve Service, Sunday: 5:45 p.m. Thrift Shop 671-3600 Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Thursday: Religious Education, 4:30 Religious Education, 9 Contemporary Service, Bible Study, 6 p.m. p.m. Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club www.lacklandesc.org a.m. 9:30 a.m. Lackland Force Support Squadron www.lacklandfss.com Mass, 11 a.m. Gospel Service, 12:30 Sunday: Wicca p.m. Medina Chapel 1st Wednesday: Lackland ISD www.lacklandisd.net Hope Chapel Children’s Church Contemporary Service, 9 Freedom Chapel Lackland Officer Spouses’ Club www.lacklandosc.org Hispanic Mass, 9:15 a.m. provided a.m. Room 8, Religious Education, 11 San Antonio Military Lackland public Web site www.lackland.af.mil Wilford Hall Chapel a.m. Wilford Hall Chapel Open Circle, My Air Force Life www.MyAirForceLife.com Mass, 3 p.m. Wednesday and Traditional Service, 1:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. PAGE 26 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 27 What’s Happening Family Support Events SPORTS

SEPT. 7 see the overall big picture, actions SEPT. 10 SEPT. 14 PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL required to meet long and short-term MONTHLY MEETINGS PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL Protestant Women of the Chapel goals, how to anticipate roadblocks, Give Parents a Break/Parents’ Protestant Women of the Chapel Hoopsters medal at Armed Forces meets for Bible study Tuesday, 10 a.m., and find self-motivation keys. ENLISTED SPOUSES’ CLUB Night Out at the youth center is Sept. meets for Bible study Sept. 14, 10 To sign up, call the Airman and The Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the month, at Freedom Chapel with children min- 10, 6:30-11:30 p.m., for children a.m., at Freedom Chapel with children By Patrick Desmond year to go for six,” the All-Air Force istry during the meeting. Family Readiness Center at 671-3722. 6:30 p.m., at the AFRC, Bldg. 1249. For more information, visit www.lacklandesc.org. enrolled in full-day kindergarten ministry during the meeting. For more information, call 671- through age 12. For more information, call 671- Sports Editor small forward said. 4208. SEPT. 9 OFFICERS’ SPOUSES’ CLUB For more information, call 671- 4208. Back to coaching women, McGlown The Lackland Officers’ Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the month at KEY SPOUSE TRAINING 2388. Two basketball-minded Lacklanders shared his wisdom and experience with the Kelly Club. For more information, visit www.lacklandosc.org. SEPT. 7-9 Training for the Key Spouse SEPT. 15 took on the All-Air Force’s month-long the Airmen athletes during the tourna- Program is Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., BUDGET AND SPENDING CLASS TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM MILITARY COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN CREDIT MANAGEMENT CLASS basketball training camp, earned selec- ment. A three-day transition assistance at the Airman and Family Readiness The Military Council of Catholic Women meet the first Friday of the month, 10 A budget and spending class that A credit management class is tions to their respective teams and He said it was an honor being with a Center, Bldg. 1249. teaches basic financial management program for separating or retiring mili- a.m., at Freedom Chapel. For more information, call 671-4208. Sept. 15, 10:30 to noon, at the Airman helped their service to medals during team he considers one of the most ath- tary personnel is Tuesday through The sessions are for spouses who is Sept. 10, 11 a.m. to noon, at the and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. each have volunteered and been appointed Airman and Family Readiness Center, 1249. the 2010 Armed Forces Basketball letic he’s every seen. day, at the Airman and Family by unit leadership. 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Arnold Hall viously trained is Thursday, 8-9 a.m., Bldg. 1249. The class will focus on under- Championships at Joint Base , Running, slashing and pressuring, Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. The Key Spouse Program is an Air Community Center. at the Airman and Family Readiness The class teaches how to manage standing terms and conditions associ- Va., Aug. 15-23. the Air Force women’s team blazed The class focuses on three core Center, Bldg. 1249. The program is presented by the Force readiness program supporting a budget. For more information, call ated with credit, credit reporting and For Lackland men’s varsity basket- four straight wins on their way to a areas to improve communication For more information or sign up, Department of Labor and the Texas Airmen and their families during 671-3722. credit scores. ball coach Curtis McGlown, his selec- bronze medal. Workforce Commission. It focuses on deployments, separations and emer- skills: precision and clarity, persuasion call 671-3722. For more information, call 671- and influence, and tact and finesse. tion as the All-Air Force women’s assis- This year, the women’s game and how to job search and related topics. gencies by enhancing and encouraging SEPT. 13 3722. For more information, call 671- PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL tant coach was a no-brainer, a lay-up. style of play mirrors one that streaked For more information, call 671- communication between units and RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR 3722. Protestant Women of the Chapel 3722. families. A return and reunion seminar is LPAG MEETING As a former California high school across the Chaparral Fitness Center For more information or reserva- meets for Bible study Thursday, 6 p.m., Sept. 13, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the Members of the Lackland coach who helped produce current court under McGlown’s watch nearly SPONSORSHIP TRAINING at Freedom Chapel. SEPT. 8 tions, call 671-3722. Airman and Family Readiness Center, Performing Arts Group meet Sept. 15, WNBA stars, a previous Lackland two years ago. Training for new sponsors along For more information, call 671- Bldg. 1249. 6-7 p.m., at Arnold Hall Community GOAL SETTING CLASS with annual updates for sponsors pre- 4208. women’s varsity coach and the incum- Though an undersized team, the Air A goal setting class by the EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION CLASS The seminar is an informal forum Center. “Expressions,” an open micro- bent, silver-medal winning All-Air Force women used their speed to their An effective communication class, about the stress families and individu- phone forum, follows the meeting from National Training Group is Wednesday, Force assistant coach, McGlown’s advantage, running circles around 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Arnold Hall sponsored by the Airman and Family als experience during separation. 7-9 p.m. resume is stacked. taller Army and Navy opponents. Community Center. Readiness Center and taught by the WWW.LACKLANDFSS.COM For more information, call 671- For more information, call 671- The class teaches participants to National Training Group is Thursday, 3722. 2619 or 671-2352. For Joseph Easley, Lackland’s sopho- However, Army’s high-low set more small forward, his selection to the offense eventually gave the Air Force men’s All-Air Force team was less fore- more than it could handle. told. Photos by Paul Mayberry The Airmen fell to Army 56-48, and All-Air Force small forward Joseph Easley (22) listens to coach John Bailey during a In fact, no player before Easley had then to Navy, 79-75 to finish the dou- timeout against Navy in the Armed Forces Basketball Championship tournament Aug. 17. made the exclusive 12-man squad on ble-elimination tournament in third. his first try. Looking back, McGlown said he’s But the polite, well-spoken 24-year- thankful for the opportunity to train old had other ideas. He let his game with the women athletes, meet with and his 6-foot-4 frame do the talking other all-service coaches and experi- during the camp at Robins Air Force ence the tournament atmosphere. Base, Ga., July 25 to Aug. 14. “It’s an honor just to be asked and to Easley grinded out three-a-day prac- be put into that category with the other tices and dropped 35 points in a scrim- All-Air coaches and elite athletes,” the two- mage against All-Air Force veterans. Force time All-Air Force assistant coach said. He averaged roughly 20 points per Basketball “Just to give everything you have and scrimmage throughout camp, earning know about the game and put it in a him a spot on the team. format that’s like the Olympics – it’s all Easley, who felt well prepared for about the red, white and blue.” the trial, said he benefitted from Though the level of expectations may McGlown’s coaching style. rise due to the increased visibility and Joseph Easley Curtis McGlown “He has the heart and the desire to talent at the tournament, to McGlown win,” Easley said. “He has that compet- small forward women’s assistant coach it’s all the same. itive spirit. He pushes us.” He said he demands the same effort Easley said most importantly, always depend on your shot all the “There were a lot of talented people from all his players. McGlown taught him to play more time.” out there, I gained a whole lot of knowl- Back at Lackland, McGlown said aggressively and with confidence. Easley had already made history as edge from the guys who have been he’ll keep the intensity up as the Attention to defense is heavily prac- the first player to become All-Air Force playing for this team,” Easley said. Warhawks try to follow a second-place ticed in the Warhawk circles and it is his first trip out, but he was also a part After losing its first game to Navy, finish at the National Military something that McGlown may also have of something special as a member of the Airmen went on to win their next Basketball Championship last year. impressed upon Easley. the first military team to win five con- five games to capture the history-mak- And that suits Easley just fine. He Easley said defense is something his secutive interservice competitions in a ing gold medal against Army, 81-75. plans on working even harder come the game hinges on because “you can’t row. “We’re going to do our best next Warhawks’ first practice Sept. 13. 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SEPT. 7 see the overall big picture, actions SEPT. 10 SEPT. 14 PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL required to meet long and short-term MONTHLY MEETINGS PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL Protestant Women of the Chapel goals, how to anticipate roadblocks, Give Parents a Break/Parents’ Protestant Women of the Chapel Hoopsters medal at Armed Forces meets for Bible study Tuesday, 10 a.m., and find self-motivation keys. ENLISTED SPOUSES’ CLUB Night Out at the youth center is Sept. meets for Bible study Sept. 14, 10 To sign up, call the Airman and The Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the month, at Freedom Chapel with children min- 10, 6:30-11:30 p.m., for children a.m., at Freedom Chapel with children By Patrick Desmond year to go for six,” the All-Air Force istry during the meeting. Family Readiness Center at 671-3722. 6:30 p.m., at the AFRC, Bldg. 1249. For more information, visit www.lacklandesc.org. enrolled in full-day kindergarten ministry during the meeting. For more information, call 671- through age 12. For more information, call 671- Sports Editor small forward said. 4208. SEPT. 9 OFFICERS’ SPOUSES’ CLUB For more information, call 671- 4208. Back to coaching women, McGlown The Lackland Officers’ Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the month at KEY SPOUSE TRAINING 2388. Two basketball-minded Lacklanders shared his wisdom and experience with the Kelly Club. For more information, visit www.lacklandosc.org. SEPT. 7-9 Training for the Key Spouse SEPT. 15 took on the All-Air Force’s month-long the Airmen athletes during the tourna- Program is Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., BUDGET AND SPENDING CLASS TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM MILITARY COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN CREDIT MANAGEMENT CLASS basketball training camp, earned selec- ment. A three-day transition assistance at the Airman and Family Readiness The Military Council of Catholic Women meet the first Friday of the month, 10 A budget and spending class that A credit management class is tions to their respective teams and He said it was an honor being with a Center, Bldg. 1249. teaches basic financial management program for separating or retiring mili- a.m., at Freedom Chapel. For more information, call 671-4208. Sept. 15, 10:30 to noon, at the Airman helped their service to medals during team he considers one of the most ath- tary personnel is Tuesday through The sessions are for spouses who is Sept. 10, 11 a.m. to noon, at the and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. each have volunteered and been appointed Airman and Family Readiness Center, 1249. the 2010 Armed Forces Basketball letic he’s every seen. day, at the Airman and Family by unit leadership. 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Arnold Hall viously trained is Thursday, 8-9 a.m., Bldg. 1249. The class will focus on under- Championships at Joint Base Fort Myer, Running, slashing and pressuring, Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. The Key Spouse Program is an Air Community Center. at the Airman and Family Readiness The class teaches how to manage standing terms and conditions associ- Va., Aug. 15-23. the Air Force women’s team blazed The class focuses on three core Center, Bldg. 1249. The program is presented by the Force readiness program supporting a budget. For more information, call ated with credit, credit reporting and For Lackland men’s varsity basket- four straight wins on their way to a areas to improve communication For more information or sign up, Department of Labor and the Texas Airmen and their families during 671-3722. credit scores. ball coach Curtis McGlown, his selec- bronze medal. Workforce Commission. It focuses on deployments, separations and emer- skills: precision and clarity, persuasion call 671-3722. For more information, call 671- and influence, and tact and finesse. tion as the All-Air Force women’s assis- This year, the women’s game and how to job search and related topics. gencies by enhancing and encouraging SEPT. 13 3722. For more information, call 671- PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL tant coach was a no-brainer, a lay-up. style of play mirrors one that streaked For more information, call 671- communication between units and RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR 3722. Protestant Women of the Chapel 3722. families. A return and reunion seminar is LPAG MEETING As a former California high school across the Chaparral Fitness Center For more information or reserva- meets for Bible study Thursday, 6 p.m., Sept. 13, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the Members of the Lackland coach who helped produce current court under McGlown’s watch nearly SPONSORSHIP TRAINING at Freedom Chapel. SEPT. 8 tions, call 671-3722. Airman and Family Readiness Center, Performing Arts Group meet Sept. 15, WNBA stars, a previous Lackland two years ago. Training for new sponsors along For more information, call 671- Bldg. 1249. 6-7 p.m., at Arnold Hall Community GOAL SETTING CLASS with annual updates for sponsors pre- 4208. women’s varsity coach and the incum- Though an undersized team, the Air A goal setting class by the EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION CLASS The seminar is an informal forum Center. “Expressions,” an open micro- bent, silver-medal winning All-Air Force women used their speed to their An effective communication class, about the stress families and individu- phone forum, follows the meeting from National Training Group is Wednesday, Force assistant coach, McGlown’s advantage, running circles around 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Arnold Hall sponsored by the Airman and Family als experience during separation. 7-9 p.m. resume is stacked. taller Army and Navy opponents. Community Center. Readiness Center and taught by the WWW.LACKLANDFSS.COM For more information, call 671- For more information, call 671- The class teaches participants to National Training Group is Thursday, 3722. 2619 or 671-2352. For Joseph Easley, Lackland’s sopho- However, Army’s high-low set more small forward, his selection to the offense eventually gave the Air Force men’s All-Air Force team was less fore- more than it could handle. told. Photos by Paul Mayberry The Airmen fell to Army 56-48, and All-Air Force small forward Joseph Easley (22) listens to coach John Bailey during a In fact, no player before Easley had then to Navy, 79-75 to finish the dou- timeout against Navy in the Armed Forces Basketball Championship tournament Aug. 17. made the exclusive 12-man squad on ble-elimination tournament in third. his first try. Looking back, McGlown said he’s But the polite, well-spoken 24-year- thankful for the opportunity to train old had other ideas. He let his game with the women athletes, meet with and his 6-foot-4 frame do the talking other all-service coaches and experi- during the camp at Robins Air Force ence the tournament atmosphere. Base, Ga., July 25 to Aug. 14. “It’s an honor just to be asked and to Easley grinded out three-a-day prac- be put into that category with the other tices and dropped 35 points in a scrim- All-Air coaches and elite athletes,” the two- mage against All-Air Force veterans. Force time All-Air Force assistant coach said. He averaged roughly 20 points per Basketball “Just to give everything you have and scrimmage throughout camp, earning know about the game and put it in a him a spot on the team. format that’s like the Olympics – it’s all Easley, who felt well prepared for about the red, white and blue.” the trial, said he benefitted from Though the level of expectations may McGlown’s coaching style. rise due to the increased visibility and Joseph Easley Curtis McGlown “He has the heart and the desire to talent at the tournament, to McGlown win,” Easley said. “He has that compet- small forward women’s assistant coach it’s all the same. itive spirit. He pushes us.” He said he demands the same effort Easley said most importantly, always depend on your shot all the “There were a lot of talented people from all his players. McGlown taught him to play more time.” out there, I gained a whole lot of knowl- Back at Lackland, McGlown said aggressively and with confidence. Easley had already made history as edge from the guys who have been he’ll keep the intensity up as the Attention to defense is heavily prac- the first player to become All-Air Force playing for this team,” Easley said. Warhawks try to follow a second-place ticed in the Warhawk circles and it is his first trip out, but he was also a part After losing its first game to Navy, finish at the National Military something that McGlown may also have of something special as a member of the Airmen went on to win their next Basketball Championship last year. impressed upon Easley. the first military team to win five con- five games to capture the history-mak- And that suits Easley just fine. He Easley said defense is something his secutive interservice competitions in a ing gold medal against Army, 81-75. plans on working even harder come the game hinges on because “you can’t row. “We’re going to do our best next Warhawks’ first practice Sept. 13. PAGE 28 TALESPINNER SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 29 Game comes naturally for striker By Patrick Desmond the United States,” Saahene said. Sports Editor In 1997, Saahene hoped to make the All-Air Force squad but suffered a groin For Tech. Sgt. Nana Saahene, 59th injury early in the camp that kept him Dental Group, soccer is more a birth on the sideline. rite than a pastime. Though current Warhawks coach The deceptively young looking 41- Spencer Spriesterbock said he believes year-old Warhawks striker has played Saahene still has what it takes, Saahene soccer in Africa, Europe and North said it’s not something he wants. America. “It was very disheartening and very A quick and feisty striker on the sad when I got injured,” Saahene said. field, the modest 5-foot-7 Airman flash- “For now, I think I will leave it to the es an easy smile, thinking about where young guys.” he picked up the game he’s played all However, Saahene’s days playing his life. soccer didn’t end there. After a duty “Whoa, you want to go that far?” change to Spangdahlem Air Base, Saahene Germany, he started earning two pay- said. checks: one from the Air Force and The another playing for a team in the third memory tier of the country’s professional league. takes him “It was very, very competitive and back 38 very good soccer,” Saahene said about years and the German league he played in for across the nearly two years. globe to his After Germany, Saahene moved birth city of stateside to Lackland in 2002. Kumasi, And again, Saahene found a home Ghana. on base. There “I came down here one practice and soccer was they said, ‘oh, you can play with us,’” the only he said. Nana Saahene sport. Though playing for other military At age 3, he picked up the game, fol- teams during his time in San Antonio, lowing his older brother who played for Lackland has benefitted most from his a local team. At ages 6, 7, and 8, he natural gift for the game. was playing competitively on his own. Saahene has a lot to offer his team- “I was 5 feet tall so that qualified me mates as they prepare for the all-mili- to be on the team,” he said. “We don’t tary Defender Cup Sept. 3 in San go by age.” Antonio. Known around Air Force soccer cir- Still a swift player despite injuries to cles for his speed and skill with the ball his groin, ankle, shoulder and arm, the at his feet, back in Ghana, pursuit of Warhawks forward sees himself as the the lifelong interest began as a defend- Photo by Robbin Cresswell crafty veteran with wisdom to share er and then midfielder. Warhawks striker Nana Saahene is heading into his ninth Defender Cup entry Sept. 3. with his teammates. At 25, he joined the Air Force and “I think I’m going to be a very inspi- traveled to America. pretty good. trying to show off,” Saahene said. rational figure to the young guys “When I went to , that’s Saahene’s experience in North The success of his on-field leader- because as far as fitness, speed and all when I became a striker,” Saahene said Dakota was something special, “like a ship style can be seen in relationships the other things,” he said.“I’m able to about his first assignment at Grand break through,” he said. that continue today. impart to them what they need to do to Forks Air Force Base. It wasn’t long before Saahene was After Ghana’s overtime defeat of get fit and also to learn new tricks.” “I was watching them (the base soc- captain of the team that had three offi- USA in the knock out round of the The father of four has passed the cer team), and I knew they needed cers – two captains and a major – on its World Cup back in June, one of the cap- game on to his children, with one son somebody,” said the 14-year Air Force roster. It was the young Airman First tains and former teammate remem- trying to become a Texas Tech player. veteran. Class’ first taste of respect and power bered him. As he gets older, Saahene doesn’t During his first base team practice, that comes with leadership. “He said, ‘Nana, remember when intend on giving up on a game he the other Air Force players noticed “I’m very, very humble. Even when I you tried to teach us how to play soc- dreams about. He’ll simply revert to something about him, too –↑he was tell people what to do, it’s not like I’m cer? Well, this is like Ghana teaching defense as his age catches up with him.