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Vol. 47 No. 45 November 9, 2007

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Photo by Lewis Carlyle Fired up Falcon football fans rim Friday’s bonfire near Spirit Hill on the terrazzo during a pep rally to fan the fervor for Saturday’s Air Force-Army football game. An hour prior to lighting the bonfire, cadets gathered for music from campus radio station KAFA. The rally included addresses by Brig. Gen. Susan Desjardins, the Commandant of Cadets and by head football coach Troy Calhoun, plus performances by the Academy cheerleaders, the Drum and Bugle Corps and the Wings of Blue Parachute Team. A spirit dinner was served and cadets lined up to form the Falcon Walk welcoming the football team to the celebration. The event, one of several to boost school spirit, helped fire up the Falcons as they beat Army handily, 30-10. For the game story, see Page 14. No Mercy-hurst! Page 15 Lights … camera … Bring Me Men By Butch Wehry tion of higher learning that produces The producer said the film will feature Academy Spirit staff officers of character serving America in hostility women faced from some males. the world’s greatest Air Force.” Interviews with cadets of 1976 did not An announcement was made Riding on the coat tails of bringing yield any physical sexual abuse. Monday near the cadet chapel about the an estimated $5 million to the state “We did not shy away from the diffi- upcoming movie Bring Me Men, a film economy, there was no shortage of hope culties these women had to get through,” by independent production company and praise at the briefings. said Mr. Johnson. “Women hadn’t been SummitWorks LLC, which was green “Bring Me Men will chronicle the allowed to apply before. It’s about perse- lighted by the Pentagon about the saga of ordeals and triumphs of young Americans verance and setting sights on a dream the Academy’s first female cadets. who voluntarily undergo the most and hanging on to the dream with all “The Academy has been coordinating rigorous challenges of military training, your heart.” with the company, the Air Force and academic education, athletic competi- Filming will start on the Academy in Department of Defense for about a year tion and character development in the the spring and summer of 2008. The to get the script approved,” said Academy world’s greatest Air Force,” wrote Lt. Gen. 1976 to 1980 story is the first motion spokesman Meade Warthen. “We look John Regni, Academy superintendent, picture to be approved by the Pentagon forward to working with the company as in a statement. for filming at the Academy. the film is shot on location here at the Work on the project began more than A motion picture official said Bring Academy and we are optimistic that it will five years ago by writer Ms. Linda Morris Me Men vividly tells the compelling story show the Academy as a premier institu- and producer Mr. Frank Johnson. See MOVIE, Page 4 UCI Tip of the Week Page 3 CORONA Fall concludes at Academy INSIDE COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. and winning the long war,” said Gen. T. “Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Commentary 2 (AFPN) — Air Force senior leaders Michael Moseley, Air Force chief of staff. Global Power...that’s our nation’s asym- News 3 concluded the two-day CORONA Fall “However, we can’t take our eyes off the metric advantage and something no one UCI Tip of the Week 3 conference last week at the Air Force strategic playing field. We can’t wait until else can do. We must ensure that we can Features 12 Academy. The goal of this CORONA tomorrow to think about tomorrow.” provide our nation those capabilities now Sports 14 summit was to ensure planning for General Moseley talked of the impor- and in the future,” General Moseley added. Community 16 tomorrow is not compromised by concen- tance of Global Vigilance, Global Reach CORONA conferences are held three Classifieds 17 trating on today’s fight. and Global Power in shaping the future times a year and allow the Secretary of the “Our current mission focus is waging of the Air Force. See CORONA, Page 3 2 November 9, 2007

Directorate of Public Affairs mission: To responsibly inform and educate the Academy community and the public about the Air Force Academy Freedom’s price: high but worth it Lt. Gen. John Regni — Academy Superintendent Maj. Brett Ashworth — By Chief Master Sgt. Arvin Davis Observances such as Veteran’s Day Director of Public Affairs Academy Command Chief serve to remind us that freedom has not Staff. Sgt. Tim Jenkins — NCOIC, Internal Information been and continues not to be free. It Wayne Amann — Editor Editor’s Note: Veteran’s Day is Sunday and reflects the sacrifices of all generations. [email protected] observed as a national holiday on Monday. So, take some time to walk up to Butch Wehry — Senior Staff Writer veterans you know or better yet, ones [email protected] Ann Patton — Staff Writer Veteran’s Day brings to mind you don’t know; ask them about their [email protected] striking images from times past experiences and, most importantly, tell Denise Navoy — Graphic Designer reminding me what it means to serve them thanks. Pass on your thanks for The Academy Spirit is published by Colorado our country, and the ultimate price we the sacrifices they’ve endured and still Springs Military Newspaper Group, a private firm in no pay for freedom. endure for our country. It’s the common way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract with the U.S. Air Force Academy. This Many times, we overlook the true bond you and your families share with civilian enterprise Air Force newspaper is an authorized meaning of national observances based them, as well. publication for members of the U.S. military services. Contents of the Academy Spirit are not necessarily the upon the sheer pace by which we work At this moment, we have thousands official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, and play. of Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and the Department of Defense or the Department of the Air Force. I recall stories from our greatest Airmen bravely deployed combating The appearance of advertising in this publication, generation about their experiences in terrorism and evil, head-on, around the including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense, the World War II; my uncles’ personal globe and away from home soil; thank Department of the Air Force, or Colorado Springs accounts from jumping into Normandy them as well. Military Newspaper Group, of the products or services Chief Master Sgt. Arvin Davis advertised. 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Del Toro’s drive and determination to Let’s not let our schedules drive us by the U.S. Air Force Academy Directorate of Public Affairs. The editor reserves the right to edit articles I hear the names of 170 Air Force recover from his wounds despite being away from participating or forgetting to conform to Air Force policy and Associated Press Academy graduates echoing across the burned over more than 80 percent of his our proud heritage, our tradition of style. All photos are U.S. Air Force photos unless other- wise indicated. Terrazzo as heroes who gave the last body after an improvised explosive honor or our legacy of valor. measure of duty and honor for an ideal device attack on his Humvee in To all veterans -- past, present and Submissions largerC thanha themselves.rac ter Development future -- thank you for your service! Afghanistan in December 2005. Send submissions to: HQ USAFA/PAI, 2304 Cadet Drive, Suite 3100, U.S. Air Force Academy, CO 80840- 5016 or deliver to Suite 3100 in Harmon Hall. Deadline for free classified ads on a space-avail- able basis is 12 noon every Tuesday for that week’s publication date. Paid classified advertising is accept- ed by the publisher at 329-5236. The number to call for CharacterCharacter CCornerorner Respect display advertising is 634-5905. Deadline for all stories is noon Friday, one week prior to the desired publication date. Refer questions to the Academy Spirit editor at 333-8823. By Mike Krzyzewski, Duke University working with the greatest basketball player of all The Academy Spirit also accepts story submis- time or continuing to drink my soda. I think I sions by fax at 333-4094 or by e-mail: pa.news paper@ usafa.af.mil. When I hear the word “respect,” I think of made the right decision. treating C aeveryonede thet same. Sight PictAfterur oure workout, Michael shook my I had the great privilege of being an assistant hand and said,“Thanks, Coach.” Editor’s Clarification: on the 1992 Olympic [basketball] team,the “Dream Michael Jordan just called me “Coach,” and Team.” It had some of the greatest players of all said “please” and “thank you.” This was when he To clear up any confusion in time,Michael Jordan,Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. was at the top of his game and was one of the the Nov. 2 Academy Spirit story, As part of that team,I learned a lot about the game, most recognizable faces, not only in sports, but “Academy Mock Trial team but I also relearned a lesson about respect. throughout the world. speaks volumes,” forensics and After a team practice, I stood by myself on Michael Jordan had earned global recog- mock trial are separate activi- the sidelines drinking a soda. Michael Jordan nition as a symbol of excellence.That ties. The mock trial team is walked over to me and said, “Coach K, I would day, I learned everyone on Michael handled by the Law Department like to do about a half hour of individual work and Jordan’s team is treated with respect. while forensics and debate teams I was wondering if you could please work with are handled through the English me.” From Beyond Basketball Department. Mock trial deals So,there I was,faced with a difficult decision: (Warner Business Books,2006) with courtroom discussion. Forensics deals with debate and interpretive events. Character Counts airs Wednesdays at 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. on KAFA radio, 97.7 FM.

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“It’s important to “It would be inter- “I’d see it if it is “Having been showcase the esting to see a mili- historically accu- stationed at the start of women tary movie about rate. I am thankful Academy from at the Academy, an academy with they paved the 1965 to 1970, I not only men. It women.There are way for others to would be interest- lots of stories that changed the follow.” ed in the story of the first class of blueprint of the women have told, how the cadet Academy and the but to actually see wing adjusted to kind of officers it played with some of the most in- females in the we become.” tense moments would be interesting.” wing.”

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UCI provides Equipment Custodian Tip of the Week guidance on labeling equipment, Time Out transferring IT assets between Chief Master Sgt. of the By Maj. Matthew Alley accounts, the Report of Survey Air Force Rodney J. Inspector General, process for lost, damaged or McKinley is presented an Chief of Inspections destroyed IT assets and working autographed Air Force with the Equipment Control Officer. Falcon football jersey by It’s certain the unit compliance Is your unit’s Equipment senior quarterback Shaun Carney during a break in inspectors will want to see an accu- Custodian assigned in writing by the practice Nov. 1. The num- rate accounting of all of our commander or designated repre- ber 15 signifies Chief Information Technology hardware sentative? Have they received McKinley as the 15th assets. annual training? Is an annual phys- CMSAF. Chief McKinley Every Academy agency must ical inventory accomplished? Is all and other Air Force lead- have an equipment custodian equipment properly labeled? ers were at the Academy assigned with the responsibility of These are just a few of the last week to attend the managing and accounting for the requirements inspectors will be CORONA Fall conference unit’s computer systems equipment. looking at. addressing current and Air Force Instruction 33-112, Now is a good time to open future Air Force issues. Many of the conference paragraph 11, outlines requirements the instruction and ensure you’re attendees wrapped up for equipment custodians. This AFI in full compliance. their Academy visit by attending Saturday’s Air Force-Army football game. CORONA Photo by Dave Armer

From Page 1 Lt. Gen. Patrick Paimbault of the French Air Force shared their experiences on the front lines. Master Sgt. shared lessons learned from the French Air Force in John Melito spoke about Airmen’s efforts in building Air Force, the Chief of Staff and senior Air Force civilian Africa to assist in standing up Africa Command. The the Iraqi Air Force and the success of the first 58 and military leadership to come together for frank, general emphasized that tactical air mobility is one Iraqi Airmen graduating from the Air Force indoc- open discussions that will lead the Air Force into of the most important elements for any operation in trination training. tomorrow. the huge expanse of Africa. Gen. Duncan J. McNabb, the Air Force vice Discussions and briefings at CORONA Fall Gen. Michael Hayden, director of the CIA, briefed chief of staff, concluded the conference by saying, centered on the three themes of mission, people and leaders on recent developments in the intelligence “Our Nation is facing a complex and dangerous tomorrow. community. Ms. Sue C. Payton, assistant secretary of world with strategic challenges that require fore- Dr. John Hamre, former Deputy Secretary of the Air Force for acquisition, discussed current acqui- sight and planning — not just reaction. During Defense, provided a strategic perspective on Air Force sition programs and emphasized that the focus on this conference we focused on how we can prevent organization for future challenges. He highlighted meeting both today’s urgent needs as well as the needs future wars while still winning the war we’re in. that the changing world requires an inter-agency, full of tomorrow. We have to do both to fulfill our duty to this great spectrum response for national security. CORONA Fall also featured several Airmen who nation.”

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ACADEMY & BRIARGATE 4 November 9, 2007 International Week promotes multiculturalism, education

By Butch Wehry ities celebrating international education and diversity. from 30 countries, including Serbia, which is participating Academy Spirit staff With the Academy sending cadets world-wide for for the first time” cultural immersion trips and operation Air Force Seven international officers are serving with the The Academy is staying ahead of the Nov. 12-16 programs, it would be unthinkable not to recognize it. Academy faculty from Argentina, France, Germany, International Education Week curve by honoring current “Since 1966, 247 international cadets from 54 coun- Japan, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom. In addi- and former international students and staff Nov. 4 to tries have graduated from the Academy,” said Lt. Gen. tion, 48 cadets and five officers from 20 different coun- Saturday. John Regni, Academy superintendent. tries will visit the Academy as part of the reciprocal International Education Week is a joint effort between Many foreign grads have found significant posi- Foreign Academy Visit program. the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. tions in their armed forces and governments, General “International Week provides us the opportunity to Department of State, since 2000, to promote and cele- Regni said in an Oct. 25 letter sent throughout the base. recognize the unique contributions that international brate multiculturalism and international education. “Our program forges bridges and cooperation cadets make to the Academy and to celebrate the inter- Throughout International Education Week, between air forces and countries,” the superintendent national coalitions and friendships we share,” General campuses, embassies and communities are holding activ- wrote. “There are 52 four-year international students Regni said.

Academy,” said Colorado Governor Bill MOVIE Ritter. “We are glad that SummitWorks From Page 1 will be telling the inspiring story of the men and women who succeed in one of the of the first female cadets who entered the most challenging academies and physical Academy in 1976, proving they could beat environments before going on to lead the the odds. Many of the first women cadets Air Force in service to our nation.” have excelled in military and space careers “It is an honor that the Air Force, the following their 1980 graduation. Assistant Secretary of Defense and the SummitWorks began formulating the Academy are enthusiastic to bring this concept for the film more than five years great story to the screen,” a press release ago when Charles Morrison, co-producer from SummitWorks said. “We look of the film, wrote the story and teamed up forward to working with the Air Force with Touched by an Angel producer – Academy, Mayor Lionel Rivera, the resi- director Mr. Johnson. In the past two years, dents of Colorado Springs and the Colorado they have worked closely with numerous Film Commission during this production.” Photo by Butch Wehry officers at the Hollywood Air Force Ms. Karen Selva, Class of ‘80, told Col. Beverly Plosa-Bower, Class of ’80, informed news media that she feels Entertainment Liaison Office, the Academy reporters “it doesn’t matter if you’re male the story of the first female cadets to arrive at the Academy needs telling. and Department of Defense. or female, you were just trying to survive.” “People need to understand how we got to where we are today,” she said. “The state of Colorado is proud to Col. Beverly Plosa-Bowser, also Class “I was naive when I walked in, but “People need to understand how we got to serve as host to the United States Air Force of ‘80, believes the story needs telling. willing to accept the challenge,” she said. where we are today.”

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LAS VEGAS – The toughest firefighters in the world are tested their talents against time and each other this week, and Academy firefighters are in the thick of it. The Super Bowl of firefighter competitions, World Firefighter Combat Challenge XVI, started Sunday and ended Thursday night in downtown Las Vegas. The Academy team qualified for Wednesday night’s relay semifinals with a time of 1:17.55. The Firefighter Combat Challenge puts firefighters through a timed course of five back-to-backbreaking tasks, testing their basic job skills, technique and stamina. In order, the events are: • Climb a five story tower carrying a 42-pound firehose, • Hoist another a rope weighted by a 42-pound firehose up five stories, while leaning over the top of the tower, • Hit a 160-pound steel Keiser beam with a mallet, to move the beam five feet horizontally, • Run 140 feet, then drag a firehose 75 feet and hit a volley- ball-sized target with water, and • Drag a life-sized, 175-pound dummy 100 feet while walking backward, across the finish line. Competitors wear 60 pounds of firefighting gear Academy firefighter Hans Barkley uses a firehose stream to hit a target just as he's through the target while running the course and most of the competitors doors on a hydrant run event. at the world level finish the course in under two minutes. the job description. No matter how fit the firefighters are, the course is “Two minutes of this would compare to 10 to 15 “The dummy is the gut-check moment. You need so physically demanding most competitors only run it minutes of strenuous work on a working fire,” said to get the legs, muscles and mind working together to once per day. Academy team captain Roy Dalton. make it through that event,” said Dalton. So what do you do with the rest of the day, besides The challenge not only includes the tasks firefighters Each member of the Academy’s firefighter combat catch your breath? could face on a working fire, but has several direct paral- challenge team has at least three world firefighter combat If you’re the Academy team, you help event coor- lels to the tasks they could face fighting a fire on the challenges under their belt. Before starting competi- dinators by working as ‘road crew’ for the events. Once Academy, he added. tion in 2000, the Academy Fire Department had zero a competitor runs a 42-pound hose up five flights of stairs, “Take Sijan Hall, Vandenberg Hall, Fairchild Hall corporate knowledge in how to run the event. With the somebody has to get that same firehose back to the and the dorms at the prep school area. Those cadet stability and experience of the current team, they’re starting point at ground level, in order for the next dorms are six stories, so we could well be hauling hoses now able to combine technique with strength and competitor to run the course. On Wednesday, it was the up to the top floor if we have to fight a fire in Fairchild endurance to become consistent world-class competi- Academy firefighters who were sweating behind the Hall,” said Dalton. “From training for this competition, tors. scenes to make that happen. we have the confidence that we can grab those ropes and “Learning how to run the course is more vital than “They bring a lot more to the equation than just hoist a hose up, if we need to.” being in top shape. You still need to be in great phys- running the course. They’re ambassadors for the Academy Other events also inspire confidence in the team, ical shape, but mastering the moves allows you to go and Air Force.” which consist of Dalton and fellow firefighters Hans longer and use less energy when you do things the right Other military firefighters are making their mark Barkley, Lance Gore, Pat Kraft and Staff Sgt. Danny way,” said Dalton. on this year’s challenge as well. Besides the Academy, the Arens. The Keiser sled simulates the force needed to The advantages of running the world firefighter Air Force is represented by Travis Air Force Base, Calif.; make a forcible entry into a burning building, while challenge spread beyond the five-man firefighter team Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany; Niagara Falls Air hauling the water-laden fire hose a distance and putting and their alternate, said Academy Fire Chief Ernst Piercy. Reserve Station, New York; Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, a stream of water on the source of a blaze are also in “If you take the whole firefighter challenge compe- Fort Rucker, Ala.; Fort Gordon, Ga.; and Goodfellow AFB, tition out of the equation, the value to me is the other Texas. firefighters that watch them and train with them – and Results from Wednesday night’s semi-finals round at the end of the day I end up with a better trained and Thursday night’s finals were not available at press workforce that’s more fit to fight,” said Chief Piercy. time.

Academy firefighter Lance Gore hops to the Keiser sled, where he will use a 9-pound mallet to drive a 160-pound steel beam a distance of five With 1:09 elapsed in the relay competition, Academy firefighter Pat Kraft hauls a 175-pound rescue feet, thereby simulating the effort need to make a dummy backward along a 106-foot course, escorted by his Academy teammates. The Academy team forced entry into a burning building. finished the relay in 1:17.55. 6 November 9, 2007 The Great American Smokeout: Academy style By Butch Wehry effective way for smokers to win the war Academy Spirit staff against smoking without having to resort to taking nicotine in other forms. It is not The Academy will observe the Great a nicotine replacement. American Smokeout on Thursday to Last year marked the 30th anniver- motivate installation tobacco users to sary of the Great American Smokeout. quit for one day. This milestone and the 2007 Great If it’s not that easy, exercise physiol- American Smokeout provide an oppor- ogist Sharon Hawkes of the Health and tunity to showcase how far this special day Wellness Center understands. has come in helping smokers quit. “Are you thinking about quitting?” In 1976, smoking was allowed in asked the HAWC staffer. “Perhaps you many public buildings and enclosed places want to, but have some hesitation. We like offices, stores and movie theatres. want to help you use the Great American Now, smoking is not permitted in any Smokeout to make that commitment to government buildings except possibly quit. Even if you are not ready to quit now, bowling alleys where there is now a you can use the day to get prepared for smoking room with ventilation. the day when you will quit for good.” you need to help you quit.” The HAWC will have tables at the Active duty folks can smoke in Tobaccco tool kits to quit will be HAWC staff members will be at the base exchange and commissary this uniform but only in “Designated Smoking available at the HAWC Thursday from South Gate on Thursday from 6:30-8 month to educate the community on the Areas” and chewing tobacco is not allowed 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The package of mate- a.m. holding up signs promoting a health problems associated with smoking when in uniform. rials helps people work through the tobacco free day as well as encouraging or chewing tobacco. “There is a lot of help available to reasons why they use tobacco and the the Academy community to be fit. Data shows that 24 percent of active support becoming tobacco free,” Ms. reasons to quit. The toolkit will help make “We will give out a stress light bulb duty members use tobacco products. Hawkes said. “And the HAWC stands a final quit plan. and a stress cigarette pack that reads The old days of trying to stop cold- ready to help you.” “As part of your plan you will want ‘Crush the Habit’ and ‘Smoking isn’t A turkey are gone. People can get posters, adopt a to quit for one day along with thousands Bright Idea’,” said Ms. Hawkes. “We will Chantix is the newest drug helping smoker contract, adopt a dipper contract, of individuals across the nation,” said the give out the HAWC tri-fold on our smokers kick the habit. Chantix was enter a kids poster contest and more at physiologist. “Quitting for even one day tobacco cessation classes,” approved by the FDA in May 2006. Studies https://kx.afms.mil/healthpromotions/. will help raise awareness of your tobacco This year’s theme is “Be Fit, Be Ready, have shown it to work better than Zyban, For more information, call the habits and help identify the resources Be Tobacco Free!” another drug used by smokers. It’s an HAWC at 333-3733.

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Media representa- million purse for a private company to This was also the final public aerial 330,000 feet, with a 5 kg payload to tives and an estimated 6,500 youth from reach space and repeat the feat within demonstration of the F-117, which is perform near-space research. across the state visited the event center one week’s time. being retired from the Air Force inven- “As a senior in the Astro program I and Academy booth. The cadets were Unlike past X PRIZE events held at tory. have a responsibility to motivate and popular with the students and were asked White Sands, this year’s event was Cadets 1st Class Dean Milner and inspire kids to pursue science and engi- to sign hundreds of autographs. combined with an air show. 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He also said filing an IG complaint will not be capabilities and fielding complaints from individuals. Exercises for Academy emergencies fall into cate- reflected in personnel records. “We are focused on helping the commander and gories of national disasters, major accidents, readiness, There is also a cloak of privacy for those regis- not a substitute for commanders,” said Col. Jeff mobility and response to chemical, biological, radia- tering complaints. Thompson, Academy Inspector General. tion, nuclear and explosive threats. “We do everything we can to protect an individual’s “We are another avenue of addressing issues where Exercises involve testing emergency plans, response anonymity,” he said, but stressed IG communication is other avenues don’t exist.” recovery and the ability to continue the mission. not privileged, as is the case with chaplains and lawyers. The IG office provides commanders with an outside The last exercise on the Academy focused on a Master Sgt. Bill Fields, IG superintendent, said look on how mission elements are performing with the tornado scenario and tested command and control anonymity is especially vulnerable if a complaint inves- aid of self-inspections and staff assistance visits. defined by the new National Incident Management tigation uncovers illegal conduct. “We are helping commanders assess where they are,” System. Sergeant Fields manages congressional complaints, Colonel Thompson said. “We did very well,” Colonel Thompson said. which come through congressional offices or the The granddad of Air Force inspections, the Unit Got a complaint and don’t know where to turn? Secretary of the Air Force congressional liaison branch. Compliance Inspection, falls due for the Academy in “Someone may not feel comfortable with Congressionals come from cadets, parents, perma- March 2008 when representatives from the Air Force command,” Colonel Thompson said. “Every complaint nent party, anonymous sources and people from other Inspection Agency based on Kirtland Air Force Base, will be analyzed, and 100 percent will receive a case bases. N.M., and the Air Education and Training Command analysis.” “It’s every issue you can think of,” he said and on Randolph AFB, Texas, will visit the Academy. The IG responses to complaints could involve a full added most issues are settled at the command level. The Academy earned an “excellent rating” for the investigation, seeking out an appropriate agency such Sergeant Fields would encourage anyone with an last UCI in 2005. as legal, dismissal, referral or transfer to another base. issue to first go to commanders. Maj. Matthew Alley, IG chief of inspections, said “They may not get the answer they wanted but “We have a lot of great commanders on base. Give mission elements are working hard to get their houses they will get a fair look,” Colonel Thompson said. them the opportunity to know what the concern is,” he in order. In 2006 the Academy IG fielded 230 complaints, said. “They usually have the solution.” “So far, it is going pretty good. We have a good effort 150 directly from the Academy and 70 through members Colonel Thompson said the door to the IG, nonethe- going forward to rectify deficiencies before the inspec- of Congress. less, is always open to anyone. tion,” he said. “We expect to be prepared and ready to Examples of complaints include issues involving “If you are debating, come see us, and we will try shine.” reprimands, the Cadet Honor Code, administrative to help,” he said. “If it’s important to you, it’s important Mission elements are preparing for the UCI with processes and medical evaluations. to us.” Head ‘em up … move ‘em out … PCS By Ann Patton privately contract with a mover. Academy Spirit staff Attitudes have also changed along with technology and methods. In days of old, mule teams and wagons served as “It’s about more concern for the family, more moving vans for the military. customer-oriented,” said Denise Hales, chief of the Today’s Department of Defense moves have come Academy’s JPPSO service center in the community a long way from pioneer days—and the later mountains center. “Everyone is more caring than before.” of paper work and long lines of just a few years ago. The Academy service center manages outbound Technology—with e-mails, cellular phones, FAX moves of personal property for all service branches, machines and Internet information sites—is just one graduating cadets, exchange cadets and civilians. Ms. reason moving around household goods is easier. Hales estimates her service branch handles between “I see a difference between now and then,” said 2,000 and 2,500 moves a year. Sharon Goodson, deputy chief with the regional Joint The regional JPPSO office in Colorado Springs Personal Property Shipping Office, who has been helping covers 23 states and three Canadian provinces. Carolyn DOD members move for more than 31 years. Franklin, inbound customer specialist, said the center “Technology has driven changes to make more has 80-plus staff members and fields about 170,000 information available to the customers,” she said. A phone calls a year. Photo by Ann Patton toll-free number, for example, helps customers track On-base and on-post customer service centers are Anthony Lujan (left),Thomas Romero (center) and movement of their goods en route. on all major military bases in the Colorado Springs Jay Van Buskirk with Federal Moving and Storage Another example of technology used to ease moving area for outbound moves. go “easy does it” with a military member’s furni- ture. is if an Airman were in Iraq and needs to arrange for As the military ranks have shrunk in numbers, the shipment of his family’s goods to a new duty station, it number of household goods shipments has not. “Come see us first,” she said before scheduling such can be done primarily using technology. “We have not seen a reduction in recipients,” Ms. tasks as setting dates for quarters cleaning and plane Also in place are better controls for quality for Goodson said. “Some tours are getting longer, but we tickets. moving companies and easier claims processes as well. also have more short tours.” “It’s stressful, even when movers come in and pack The new Families First program is phasing in full Some things never change. That includes moving everything,” she said. “Many don’t realize all that is replacement value insurance for goods at no cost to chores. involved. It’s a big job, and they need to be prepared.” customers. It is now in effect for moves involving state- Moving customers still need to do a lot of planning Tips and procedures for moving are online at side and overseas. By March 2008 it will also cover and scheduling, especially for spring and summer when http://afmove.hq.af.mil. storage items. the number of moves more than doubles. Ms. Johnson said cell phones and e-mail addresses Military moving customers also have other higher “People don’t realize they can’t wait until the last have made waiting for inbound goods less stressful entitlements, such as weight allowances. minute,” Ms. Hales stressed. Moving customers need to when property owners are given a window of time for Department of Defense customers still have the plan at least a month out for a date to move in the delivery. option of packing and moving goods themselves with spring and summer and 10 days during the winter. “The main issue is communicating,” she said. “And a personally procured move or, with authorization, Overseas moves require even more time. time saved is less expensive for the government.” 14 November 9, 2007 Ground pounding Falcons ride record- breaker Hall over Army

By Wayne Amann Academy Spirit Editor

The way Air Force’s Chad Hall gains ground would normally make an infantry soldier proud. Instead, the Falcon z-back broke the spirit of some future ground troops when he ran wild for 275 yards, leading the bluesuiters to a convincing 30-10 win over inter- service rival Army, before a season-high, near-capacity Photo by Mike Kaplan Falcon nose guard Ben Garland, 93, and a fellow bluesuiter defender combine to sack Army quarter- crowd of 46,144, Saturday at Falcon Stadium and a national back Carson Williams. Air Force registered five sacks for 42 yards in losses in the game. viewing audience on College Sports Television. It was the first home win over a service academy the senior’s performance. “It’s not that hard to get him up big time. They made holes, I read them and ran behind opponent for the senior class. The victory also improved involved (in the offense). He is our one guy who can them. They’ve been playing great and it shows.” Air Force to 28-13-1 all-time against Army, including make more than what’s there, because he makes some- With the game tied, 3-3, after one quarter, the Air Force 17-3 at home. The Falcons have won 17 of the last 19 meet- body miss. If he doesn’t get run down, he might get more passing game showed up when quarterback Shaun Carney, ings in the series. chances.” who completed 9-of-13 passes for 105 yards, lofted a 48- Hall set a new Academy single-game rushing record Hall carried the ball a career-high 34 times, caught yard touchdown strike to wide receiver Spencer Armstrong, in the process, breaking his own school mark of 256 yards a team-high three passes for 19 yards and returned three who reacted well to the ball. It was his first TD catch of he logged on Oct. 13 at Colorado State. Hall’s new stan- punts for 39 yards. He accounted for 333 of the Falcons’ the season after missing the first five games of the campaign dard is the second highest in the history of the Mountain 581 all- purpose yards, a new Air Force individual record. with a torn hamstring. West Conference. “I just ran behind the big guys” the modest Hall said. “I beat my guy off the line and the ball was thrown “Fantastic effort, I wish we had him for a couple “At the beginning of the year everyone was doubting our a little short,” Armstrong said. “So I held up, got a little more years,” Air Force head coach Troy Calhoun said of offensive line because they’re young. But, they’ve stepped extension on him, was able to get the ball without him looking and walked in the end zone.” Army (3-6) knotted matters at 10 later in the second quarter on a 2-yard touchdown reception by tight end Ernie Bernal. On the Falcons next possession Carney capped a 15- play, 80-yard drive with a 5-yard touchdown run :52 before halftime. The Air Force defense pitched a shutout in the second half, keyed by five sacks for 42 yards in losses. It limited the Black Knights to 181 total yards including a scant 17 rushing. A 1-yard Hall touchdown run in the third quarter and two field goals by Ryan Harrison in the fourth, one a 56- yarder, iced the game and significantly improved Air Force’s bowl chances at 7-3 on the year. NCAA Division I teams are bowl-eligible with six wins. For their performances, Hall and Harrison were named the Mountain West Conference Offensive and co-Special Teams Players of the Week respectively. Harrison’s three field goals were a career high. He aver- aged 42-yards on two punts and his seven kick offs resulted in four touchbacks and an average starting field position for Army at its own 19 yard line. An early season loss to Navy prevented Air Force from regaining the Commander-In-Chiefs Trophy this year, which made this win especially satisfying for the Falcons. “Beating Army or Navy means a lot to a lot of people besides us,” Carney said. “We compete for people over- seas watching the game and it makes us feel good we made them proud. We’re happy to represent the Air Force and everyone serving in it.” Photo by Dave Armer Falcon cornerback Garrett Rybak breaks up a pass intended for Army wide receiver Corey Anderson.

All-District duo Cadet pool holiday Winter holiday INTERCOLLEGIATE Women’s Soccer Falcon senior defender Jason Dec. 20 and 21, 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Football Nov. 3 at Albuquerque hours New Mexico 1 Falcons 0 (2 OT) Belvill and senior midfielder Chris Dec. 22 and 23, closed Nov. 3 at AFA Dec. 24, 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Falcons 30 Army 10 Matthews were named to the Veteran’s Day Volleyball Monday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 25, closed ESPN The Magazine Academic Dec. 26 thru 28, 5:30 a.m. to1:30 p.m. Hockey Nov. 1 at AFA All-District 7 men’s soccer team. UNLV 3 Falcons 0 Thanksgiving week Dec. 29 and 30, closed Nov. 2 and 3 at AFA They now go on the ballot for Falcons 3-6 Mercyhurst 5-2 Nov. 2 at AFA Nov. 20 and 21, 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 31, 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Academic All-America honors. Jan. 1, closed San Diego State 3 Falcons 1 Nov. 22, closed Women’s Basketball This is the second all-district selec- Jan. 2 thru 4, 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 23, 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at AFA Boxing tion for Belvill and the first for Nov. 24 and 25, closed Jan. 5 and 6, closed (Exhibition) Nov. 2 at AFA Matthews. Nov. 26, resume normal hours Jan. 7, resume normal hours Falcons 89 Regis 52 Dual Meet (AF winners) November 9, 2007 15 AF shapes up, Army ships out 6-4 losers By Wayne Amann Decisions by Andrew Catoire, Chris Johnson and Air Force in Detroit, rallied his troops with a 125- Academy Spirit Editor Cory Tintzman, making his collegiate debut, got the pound unanimous decision. Two more consecutive bluesuiter program get back on track after two previous Army wins set the stage for the Falcons’ three-fight Trailing 4-3 with momentum in Army’s corner, Air sub-par cards against Navy and Army to open the comeback. Force rallied for back-to-back-to-back wins to claim their season. Catoire opened his 185-pound bout by landing a annual inter-service dual meet, 6-4, before a packed “The word was out we were not in shape,” said Air solid right cross that stunned the taller A. J. Pisano. house in the Cadet Gym’s Upper Boxing Room Nov. 2. Force head coach Eddie Weichers who admitted he Catoire’s non-stop attack kept the standing-room-only was not a happy camper. crowd into it. The Falcons went 2-7 against Navy at Annapolis on “I fed off the crowd,” Catoire said. “They enabled Sept. 28. Senior Brian Navin won a 158-pound decision me to land some big-time blows.” and sophomore John Doeseckle won a referee stopped- Johnson’s 185-pound bout with the taller Nate contest in the third round for the only victories. Taylor saw both throw wild punches throughout. The Four weeks later, Air Force went 1-5 against Army more aggressive Johnson’s decision earned Air Force at and Navy at the annual Service Academy Showcase at least a tie with the soldiers. the Detroit Athletic Club. Senior Daryn Nelson picked A team win rested with Tinztman, a last minute up the Falcons lone win with a 160-pound referee replacement for team captain John Quinn at 195- stopped-contest in the third round. pounds, who couldn’t go due to a stomach illness. Air Force shook off those two team outings and Tinztman, a sophomore, showed poise and power started strong here when junior David Simon, using an in his first collegiate ring appearance delivering some effective right hand, won a 135-pound split decision over rapid fire, upper cut body blows to Jody Chapman in Chad Moran to open the 10-bout card with the visitors round one. He scored well in all three rounds and from West Point. capped the fight with a solid right hand late in the Junior Austin Almand, relying on a relentless attack third to seal the deal for Air Force. to wear his opponent down, followed with a 158-pound “I softened him up early so I could put him away decision over Dan Squiera. later,” Tinztman said. “We both like to throw (punches) After Army’s Anthony Terrel won a 138-pound which made for a good fight. I still need work.” Photo by Dave Armer Falcon sophomore Seth Gunn mixes it up with unanimous decision, Falcon sophomore Seth Gunn’s From a team standpoint, Weichers agrees. Army’s Dan Hogan in the 144-pound fight. Gunn longer reach enabled him to claim a 144-pound unan- “They showed a lot of heart,” he said. “Now our team’s won a unanimous decision giving Air Force a 3-1 imous decision over Dan Hogan for a 3-1 Air Force lead. senior leadership has to get these guys running and lead in the 10-bout card. The Army’s Matt Longo, who won a decision against back in shape.” Frosh approach earns Falcons split

By Wayne Amann in place of the injured Schaffer, scored from the right point that was saved by other.” Academy Spirit Editor his first collegiate goal at the 3:38 mark Laker goalie Ryan Zapolski. Page took Just 47 seconds later, Kozlak scored of the third period to tie the game at 2- the rebound and shot from behind the his first career goal from freshman Last season, Air Force sowed the 2. Josh Frider took a shot from the goal line on the left side that caromed Derrick Burnett and Brandon Johnson seeds with its first ever NCAA Hockey right side and Becker put back the off Zapolski and went in for the Falcons’ on a delayed penalty. Burnett controlled Tournament appearance. Saturday the rebound. Jeff Hajner also assisted on first lead in the series. the puck behind the Mercyhurst net Falcons started to reap the fruits that the play. “It’s an unreal feeling, the three and waited as Kozlak was the extra come with attracting players to a Page scored his first career goal at freshman goals. It happened real quick,” skater coming off the bench. Burnett winning program. the 5:06 mark from Matt Charbonneau Page said. “None of us knew what was fed Kozlak who was racing down the slot Back-to-back-to-back third period and Kozlak. Charbonneau took a shot going on. We we’re just playing for each for a 4-2 advantage. goals in a 2:15 span, by freshmen Matt “A lot of guys got opportunities they Becker, Blake Page and Scott Kozlak, hadn’t had before,” Kozlak said. “We triggered a five-goal outburst which worked hard and good things happened rallied the bluesuiters to a 6-2 win over to us tonight.” Mercyhurst College and a split in their The Falcons out shot the Lakers, Atlantic Hockey Association weekend 43-18, including 15-4 in the decisive series at the Cadet Ice Arena. third period. The Lakers won, 5-3, on Nov. 2. The win improved Air Force to 4- “We took it as an opportunity to 2 overall and 2-2 in the AHA while come out and fly and show we’re a good Mercyhurst fell to 1-6-1 and 1-2-1 in class and we can pick up the slack if we league play. need to,” Becker said. “We had to show “With three of our key veterans out we’re the team we were last year, even plus overcoming a 2-0 deficit, with the better.” freshmen scoring three of the goals, it The frosh trio stepped up in a big was a very gratifying win, Air Force way after injuries sidelined senior head coach Frank Serratore said. “You forwards Josh Schaffer and Josh Print hate to say must wins this early in the Photo by Dave Armer plus junior forward Mike Phillipich. Falcon defenseman Brandon Johnson stick checks Mercyhurst’s Nick year, but you can’t give up four points Becker, playing his first career game Vandenbeld. (two points per win) at home.”

Falcons 6 Army 4 Nov. 3 at Dallas Rifle INTRAMURAL MDG #1 34 38 26250 135 lbs. Dave Simon, dec. SMU 147 Falcons (Men) 93 Nov. 3 at Annapolis. Md. Bowling LGR 32 40 26211 144 lbs. Seth Gunn, dec. MDG #2 26 46 25439 Service Academy President’s Cup Thru Nov. 5 158 lbs. Austin Almand, dec. Prep 18 54 25177 Water Polo Army 5,817 Team W L Pins 185 lbs. Andrew Catoire, dec. BYE* 14 58 0 Nov. 3 at Los Angeles Navy 5,736 CW 50 22 26693 185 lbs. Chris Johnson, dec. #11 Loyola Marymount 11 Falcons 5,656 LG 46 26 26191 195 lbs. Cory Tintzman, dec. *Accumulates points if team bowling the BYE #16 Falcons 4 Coast Guard 5,566 DFCS 46 26 26078 week does not roll a certain score. #16 Falcons 19 Retirees 42 30 26524 Swimming & Diving Nov. 4 at Philadelphia Chapman 5 10 SVS 42 30 26428 Nov. 2 at Fort Worth, Texas Falcons 4,532 DF 42 30 26183 TCU 131 Falcons (Men) 112 Univ. of Sciences 4,287 Nov. 4 at LaVerne, Calif. DFC 40 32 26190 TCU 127 Falcons (Women) 102 USP (Women) 3,707 #16 Falcons 12 DRU 38 34 25798 LaVerne 6 DFBL 34 38 26400 16 November 9, 2007

Dunn at 333-4730. After the holidays, the are personal computers and components, door by cash or check only. For more High Country Inn will resume normal televisions, DVD or CD players, stereos information, call 333-4497. operations and the dining facility will not and speakers and VHS players. For more be opened to retirees and enlisted Airmen. information, call Jeanie Duncan at Tax volunteers needed 333-0812. The Academy legal office needs Petra’s Perks Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Petra’s Perks, the newest addition to Sound tech sought Representatives for the 2008 tax season. Arnold Hall’s food and drink fare, will The cadet chapel needs a qualified Last year’s VITA representatives saved open Wednesday at 6 a.m. Located sound technician contractor to set-up clients more than $76,000 in tax prepa- Holiday dining changes between Subway and Godfather’s pizza, the musical equipment and provide technical ration fees. All Academy enlisted, offi- The High Country Inn dining facility shop will offer four flavors of Starbucks audio support for contemporary protes- cers and civilians are welcome to volunteer. will be open to retirees and enlisted coffees and eight flavors of Tazo Tea, plus tant services. The applicant must have For more information or to volunteer, Airmen and their immediate family hot cocoa, muffins, bagels and a large experience setting-up and operating high- contact Tech Sgt. Timothy Johnston at members with ID cards for a limited time variety of packaged snacks including tech soundboards, speakers and band 333-3940 or [email protected]. during the upcoming holidays while Prep candy, nuts, chips, pretzels and cookies. equipment. This is a part-time position School students are gone. Dependent ID Two tables outside the shop have seating generally on Wednesday and Thursday card holders must be accompanied by for eight. evenings plus Sunday mornings. A state- their sponsor. Nov. 20-25 and Dec. 19-Jan. ment of work can be reviewed by calling 2, breakfast will be offered from 7-8 a.m., Coat Drive Staff Sgt. Brian Marts or Tech. Sgt. David lunch from noon-1 p.m. and dinner from The outdoor recreation center will Johnson at 333-7851. 5:30-6:30 p.m. There will be no breakfast hold a coat drive for the Marian House offered Nov. 20 or Dec. 19 and no dinner Soup Kitchen. The drive will kick off with Survey says Cog Railway special offered Nov. 25 or Jan 2. On Thanksgiving coffee and cookies on Tuesday at 10 a.m. All Academy people and visiting The Pikes Peak Cog Railway pres- and Christmas, the traditional meals will and run through Nov. 17. Donated coats professors are invited to take a Housing ents a military appreciation event today- be served from noon to 1 p.m., including must be clean and serviceable, and will be Requirements and Market Analysis Monday. Trains will run at 9:20 a.m. and several culinary displays provided by the distributed to local individuals in need. Survey at www.airforcehousingsurvey.us/. 1:20 p.m. for $14 for adults and $7 for dining facility culinary team. All meals will Drop offs can be made during hours of The password is acad2289. The survey children of all military ID cardholders. The be a la carte at low fees. Please make reser- operation at both the community center collects factual information regarding special price is a significant savings. To vations for the meals you plan to attend and cadet area outdoor recreation centers. the current housing situation in the reserve a spot, call the Cog Railway at by calling Ray Hoock at 333-9831 or Tim For more information, call Chuck Alfultis community and the housing preferences 685-5401. at 333-4961. of Academy people. The survey is confi- dential and the information will be used A Veteran’s Salute GIS Day slated in conjunction with a detailed analysis of The 5th Annual Veteran’s Salute is The Academy will present an the local housing market to determine if Saturday at 2 p.m. at Ascension Lutheran International Geographic Information there is sufficient, suitable and afford- Church at 2505 N. Circle Dr. in Colorado Systems Day Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. able housing available in the community. Springs. The event will include remarks CADET CHAPEL to 3:30 p.m. in the Exemplar Area on the The survey is open to on-base or off- Catholic Masses: from Congressman Doug Lamborn, a 3rd floor of Fairchild Hall between the base residents, accompanied or unac- POW MIA ceremony, a medley of mili- Sunday lectinars. The event will feature a cross companied. For more information, call Reconciliation 9:15-9:45 a.m. tary songs, a 21-gun salute and the playing section of exhibitors form the military, Judy Dickson, at 333-3539, or Kelly Sieber (or by appointment) of TAPS. There will also be exhibits from Mass - 10 a.m. government and industry who will display at 333-9269. Schriever and Peterson Air Force bases and Weekday how they collect, analyze and exploit Fort Carson. The event is free. Mon., Tues., Thurs. - 6:45 a.m. spatial information. Clinic eyes patients Wednesday The 10th Medical Group optometry Free fee for military Catholic Adoration - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Money matters clinic has resumed primary eye care for In honor of Veterans Day, on Sunday Mass - 6 p.m. The Academy Airman and Family Tricare-enrolled family members, and military veterans plus active duty members Protestant Services: Readiness Center’s Personal Financial retirees younger than age 65. The optom- and their families will be admitted free to Sunday Program Manager presents Lunch Money, etry clinic is staffed with three optometrists public lands managed by the Department Traditional - 9:00 a.m. Thursday from noon-1 p.m. To sign up, and technicians. To schedule an appoint- of Interior and Department of Agriculture. Hill Fellowship - 11:00 a.m. call 333-3444. ment, call the central appointment line at 457-2273. Deck the Halls Jewish Services America Recycles Day The Colorado Springs Chorale pres- Fridays - 7 p.m. To commemorate America Recycles Live theater ents Deck the Hall, a family Christmas Buddhist Worship Day, the 10th Civil Engineering Squadron The Academy BlueBards Production Musical, Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Pikes Wed. - 6:30 p.m. - All Faiths Room will hold an electronic recycling event Company presents “Prophecy and Honor, Peak Center. Tickets range from $16 to $48 Muslim Prayer through November. Each Wednesday and The Trial of Billy Mitchell” by Joe Moore, and a $2 military discount is offered. To Fridays - Noon - Muslim Prayer Room, Thursday in November, electronic items Nov. 16 at 7 p.m., in the Arnold Hall purchase tickets, contact the Pikes Peak can be taken to Bldg. 8125 from 8 a.m. to Theater. General admission is $6. Tickets Center box office at 520-7469, www.tickets COMMUNITY CENTER CHAPEL 5 p.m. for recycling. Some recyclable items can be purchased at the box office or the west.com, or any Tickets West outlet. Catholic Masses: Saturday Reconciliation - 4 p.m. Mass - 5 p.m. Sunday Mass - 9:30 a.m. Turning back the Religious Formation - 10:45 a.m. (Sept. - May) clock Tuesday-Friday Dr. Bob Wetteman, of the Academy’s Mass - 11:30 a.m. history department and wearing Protestant Services: Revolutionary War garb, fires a Saturday World War II vintage weapon under Contemporary - 7 p.m. the watchful eye of Cadet 3rd Class Sunday Timothy Truong, in WWII attire, Oct. Traditional - 8 a.m. 13 at the Fort Carson range. They Gospel - 11:15 a.m. and others from the Academy Religious formation - 9:30 a.m. History Club shoot live rounds downrange twice a year to experi- (Sept. - May) ence firing weapons from the Military Academy Pagan Society Revolutionary War, Civil War, WWI Third Thursday - 5 p.m. and WWII. The next historical (For more info, call TSgt. Longcrier at 333-6187.) weapons shoot is in Spring 2008.

For more information, call 333-3300. Photo by Lt. Col. Nathan Watanabe 24 November 9, 2007

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