Female Mtis Celebrate Women's History Month

A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, TEXAS • Vol. 72 No. 13 • April 3, 2015

Female MTIs celebrate Women's History Month

Photo by Benjamin Faske In honor of Women’s History Month, an all-female ﬂ ight of military training instructors marched down the bomb run during the Basic Military Training graduation, March 27. All of the leadership positions for the entire parade were fi lled by female military training instructors.

INSIDE | Commentary 2 News 3 Community Briefs 10 Sports 16 ONLINE | http://www.jbsa.af.mil PAGE 2 commentary TALESPINNER April 3, 2015

Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland Make a list, check it twice: Editorial Staff Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta 502nd Air Base Wing/JBSA Ensure your day counts! Commander Todd G. White 502nd Air Base Wing/JBSA By Lt. Col. David Woodley backs, and things will not always go our have given up. Public Affairs Director 71st OSS commander, Vance Air Force Base, Okla. way. It will happen more than we want. Why? Most set a goal of something like How do you overcome these obstacles? losing 50 pounds. Great goal, but it will Oscar Balladares ach day is a gift, and we need to I use the 24 hour rule. not happen overnight. So most people JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs Chief ensure we make every day count After a setback give yourself 24 hours will focus on losing that 50 pounds, and to the fullest. But with everything to get mad, reflect and accept. in four weeks, when they only lose eight Senior Airman Lynsie Nichols E Editor else in life, many people do not know Get mad that it happened. It is ok not pounds, they get discouraged and quit. how or where to start. to be happy. How can you avoid this? You could buy a book that will “tell” Then, reflect on why you had that set Instead of focusing on the destina- Jose T. Garza, III Sports/Staff Writer you how to reach the stars, but there are back. Maybe you did not study enough for tion, focus on the path that will lead you so many written each year that it is diffi- a test, or maybe you should have worked there. Each day, set a small goal that will cult to determine which author is legiti- Dorothy Lonas out more before the PT test. Discover move you forward down that path. If you Page Design/Illustrator mate and if the book is worth the money. what you are going to do to move for- missed a scheduled trip to the gym, make Over the course of my career, I have ward so you do not repeat the same set sure you do something, even as simple as built a daily checklist – my book for back. walking for 30 minutes or doing pushups success – to keep me focused on get- Finally, accept that it happened, and in your office. Office ting the most out of each day, which in that there is nothing you can do to You need to make sure that every day 2230 Hughes Ave. turn helps me reach my goals, keeps me change that fact. you do something that moves you closer JBSA-Lackland, Texas grounded and enables me to focus on Once your 24 hours is up, you move to your goal. And before you know it, you 78236-5415 671-2908; what is important. forward and never look back. will reach your destination. (fax) 671-2022 My checklist has only five items that Worrying Uses More Energy than Do Something For Yourself: We are so Email: [email protected] are simple to understand but difficult to Doing: It is very easy to fall into the trap busy every day taking care of the mis- Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) follow. For it to work, you need to read it of worrying about events in our past that sion, going to school, staying late at work For advertising information: each day first thing in the morning then we cannot change or future events with a to finish that EPR or helping out fellow EN Communities at night review how you did. It is my significant impact. Airmen, that we forget that we need to P.O. Box 2171 daily process. I hope it helps you. Too many people lay awake at night do something for ourselves. San Antonio, Texas 78297 Maintain Positive Attitude: Life is not replaying what went wrong. I missed that I am not talking about a vacation or 250-2440 easy and presents us with challenges final shot in a game. I got myself into taking a day off. It is something as simple every day. It does not take much to get debt. I was late and missed my testing as picking your kids up from school, go- This newspaper is published by beat down and let a negative attitude appointment time. ing out for a nice dinner, calling a family EN Communities, a private firm in no set in. We start thinking, “I will not pass The past is the past and cannot be member just to talk, reading a book or way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract with my test,” “I am going to bust my check- changed. watching a movie. JBSA-Lackland, Texas. This commercial ride,” “I am not going to be promoted,” Then you have the polar opposite – At a bare minimum, take 30 minutes enterprise Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members “no matter what I do I will fail,” or even people who lay awake at night worrying a day for yourself. If you do not, you will of the U.S. military services. Contents “everyone is out to get me.” Once those about what might happen. eventually burn out. After you take the of the Talespinner are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, negative thoughts set in, I guarantee that Will I pass my PT test? Will I be good time for yourself, you will feel refreshed the U.S. government, the Department the opposite of what you want to happen enough to pass my check ride? Do I have and ready to give 100 percent. of Defense, or the Department of the Air Force. will happen. what it takes to be a good supervisor? My kids like to quote Master Oogway The appearance of advertising in However, if you think “I will pass this Just think, if all that energy was used from Kung Fu Panda, “Yesterday is his- this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute test,” “I am going to get promoted,” or to work and not worry – you would get tory, the future is a mystery and today is endorsement by the Department of “I will not fail” then you will be amazed even more tasks completed than you be- a gift, that is why they call it the pres- Defense, the Department of the Air Force or EN Communities, of the how successful you can be. Also, you will lieved possible. ent”. products or services advertised. notice that people around you will start Set Goals, But Do Not Focus Only on Each day is a gift and once it is over Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available having positive attitudes. the Destination: Every New Year so many we will not get it back. This checklist can for purchase, use or patronage without Positive and negative attitudes are people set a goal of getting into shape. be a great starting point for you to begin regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, contagious. Then what happens? Come February, getting the most out of each day, and physical handicap, political affiliation, 24 Hour Rule: We will all face set- gyms are empty, and all those people then you can modify it to suit your needs. or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Public Affairs Office For current, automated information during a natural disaster, One of the best things about ICE is that of the 502nd Air Base Wing. All photos, crisis or emergency, call your local Straight Talk line. people can let service providers know unless otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air Straight when they do a great job, not just for Force photos. •JBSA-Fort Sam Houston: 466-4630 Deadline for story submissions poor service. It takes five minutes or less is noon Wednesday the week prior Talk Line •JBSA-Lackland: 671-6397 • JBSA-Randolph: 652-7469 to submit a comment at http://ice.disa.mil. to publication. April 3, 2015 TALESPINNER news PAGE 3 Are you M.A.D.? How to make a difference nEWS in BRiEF By Charlotte Moerbe, Ph.D. ing sexual violence within the services. air forCe taKing aPPliCations for summer jobs Director, Joint Base San Antonio Sexual In the coming weeks, there will The Air Force will hire hundreds of stu- Assault Prevention and Response be opportunities to see, read or hear dents and others through the summer about how your teammates are mak- hire program, which kicked off March 9. The Department of Defense and ing a difference within the JBSA com- Participation in the program varies from Joint Base San Antonio offi cially munity. The goal of the JBSA SAPR/ base to base, but all listings will be posted recognizes Sexual Assault Aware- SHARP programs is that each service at https://www.usajobs.gov/. The summer ness and Prevention Month in April member will use not only these mes- hire program will end Sept. 25. to raise awareness and promote the sages as a reminder that sexual as- Clerical, lifeguard, recreation aid, com- prevention of sexual violence through sault is a signifi cant concern in the puter clerk, general laborer positions and the use of special events and public military, but will review how he or more are available. Most summer hire po- education. she is actively engaged in the fi ght sitions are open to people eligible for the The 2015 Department of Defense against sexual violence. Pathways Summer Intern Program, but SAAPM theme is “Eliminate Sexual publicizing the expression “Are You For more information on SAAPM some may be open to Veteran Recruitment Assault: Know Your Part. Do Your M.A.D.?” events or how you can “make a dif- Appointment, 30 percent or more disabled Part.” This theme highlights that at The acronym M.A.D. refers to ference” at JBSA in eliminating sex- veterans, reinstatement, military spouse every level in our military, service “Making a Difference” and empha- ual assault, contact your local SAPR and disability-eligible applicants, or to the members should follow their service sizes the role and responsibility each offi ce. The JBSA SAPR Hotline num- general public. values and standards of behavior, to service member plays in the preven- ber is 808-7272. The SAPR Hotline Student applicants must be enrolled in an include recognizing how one member tion and response to sexual assault in number for JBSA-Fort Sam Hous- accredited high school or enrolled/accepted may affect sexual assault prevention. the military. The statement is meant ton is 808-8990, the JBSA-Lackland for enrollment as degree-seeking students, The JBSA SAPR/SHARP programs to be one of refl ection as we can all number is 671-7273 and the JBSA- taking at least a half-time course load in are underscoring the DOD theme by contribute to the solution of eliminat- Randolph number is 652-4386 an accredited technical, vocational, two- or four-year college or university, or graduate or professional school. All Pathways sum- CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT OF THE AIR FORCE mer interns will be required to complete a Pathways participant agreement. VISITS FIRST CAPSTONE WEEK VRA applicants must be disabled veterans or veterans who served on active duty in the armed forces during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, or veterans who - while serving on active duty - participated in a U. S. military operation for which an armed forces service medal was awarded, or a recently separated veteran. To qualify under the veterans’ 30 percent disabled hiring authority, individuals must have served in the military, be able to produce proof of service and disability (DD Form, Certifi cate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, 214 Member 4 copy and VA Disability Rating), and have a service- connected disability of 30 percent or more. Not all bases will have summer hire positions available. Job seekers should call 800-525-0102 Photo by Johnny Saldivar (if hearing impaired, call TTY/TTD 800-382- Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody addresses the fi rst Capstone 0893) for more information. Applicants lo- Week class March 23 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Capstone Week is cated outside the U.S. will fi rst dial a toll-free a fi ve-day program that closes Air Force Basic Military Training. During Cap- AT&T direct access number for the country Photo by Benjamin Faske stone Week, the Air Force’s newest Airmen learn about the importance of wing- Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James manship, resiliency, leadership and followership, sexual assault prevention and they are in, then 800-525-0102. When the A. Cody and his wife, retired Chief Master response, the warrior ethos, and how Airmen can balance their personal and phone system answers, press 2 for civilian Sgt. Athena Cody, speak with spouses of Air professional lives. Capstone Week’s purpose is to further develop professional, employees, then follow the prompts. For a Force military training instructors March 26 resilient Airmen who are inspired by heritage, committed to its core values and list of the AT&T toll free access numbers, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The motivated to deliver airpower. While BMT will still provide new Airmen the same Codys met with the spouses to hear their input high level of military and physical training, Capstone Week serves to specifi cally See NEWS BRIEF Page 5 on the effect MTI duty has on the family. concentrate on character building. PAGE 4 TALESPINNER April 3, 2015

solely rely on those settings and should make their profiles as secure Keeping our military safe on social media as possible. • Disable location-based social By Staff Sgt. Amanda Dick “Using social media is a personal • Operational, security and logis- media, or geotagging. this alerts Headquarters Pacific Air Forces Public Affairs, choice, and you have a degree of tical data others to your exact location and Hickman Air Force Base, Hawaii control over the information you • Social Security numbers, credit could inadvertently reveal more in- share. Carefully consider how much card and banking information formation than should be out there. Social media. It incorporates information you make available and • Work/personal addresses and • Do not post work or personal several platforms that allow mili- to whom,” said Tanya Schusler, the phone numbers schedules or travel itineraries. This tary members to stay in touch with Air Force Public Affairs Agency so- The biggest hurdle on social me- is especially true if the travel is re- friends and loved ones around the cial media chief. dia is posting information that may lated to deployments. Posting this world, however, sometimes what is “You need to protect your safety, not be critical on its own, but when information could give adversaries shared comes with a hefty price tag; your career and the Air Force’s mis- pieced together by someone, on one information on troop locations and loss of operational security. sion while balancing your need to or more platforms, can have detri- movements. As seen in recent events, these connect with people. It takes just mental effects. • Be aware of backgrounds in platforms can also be an instrument an extra few seconds to thoroughly According to the study, it was photos: sensitive or classified infor- for adversaries to target military consider what you’re about to share determined that 30 percent of mation could inadvertently be in the members and provide an avenue for online, but the consequences of a Facebook users do not have their photo. The background could also identity fraud. misstep could follow you for years profiles set to private and 14 per- give clues as to where you are and According to the Federal Trade to come.” cent don’t know their privacy set- what you are doing. Commission, identity theft has been Practicing good operational se- tings. • Do not post information on ca- the No. 1 consumer complaint in the curity helps combat risks that arise There are several ways Airmen sualties in your unit. The Air Force last 15 years. from using social media, namely by can protect themselves on social has a procedure in place to properly In an independent research study protecting critical information. The media: and respectfully notify next of kin in conducted by Next Advisor, 54 per- Interagency OPSEC Support Staff • When posting, remember “when case of injury or death. cent of social media profiles were lists several examples of CI: in doubt, throw it out.” • And again, remember “when in the target of identity fraud with an- • Usernames, passwords, com- • Take notice of security settings. doubt, throw it out.” other 70 percent of profiles targeted puter and networking information Are you hard to find/access? Each For more information, visit DOD’s to visit a scam website via private • Job title, location, salary, grade social network platform has secu- Social Media Web Guide at http:// message. and clearances rity settings, but Airmen should not www.defense.gov/socialmedia/. April 3, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 5 iMatter site gives AETC Airmen NEWS BRIEF from Page 3 Timothy Mason, Air Education and Training Command Headquarters, Joint Base San go to http://www.usa.att.com/traveler/index.jsp. Antonio-Randolph voice to share innovations For more information about Air Force person- First Sergeant of the Year category: Senior By Capt. Jennifer Richard nel programs go to myPers at https://mypers. Master Sgt. Jamie Williams, 802 Force Support AETC Public Affairs af.mil. Individuals who do not have a myPers Squadron, JBSA- Lackland account can request one at www.retirees.af.mil/ Military Training Instructor of the Year The Air Education and Training Com- shared/media/document/AFD-120510-068.pdf. category: Master Sgt. Nicholas Urdiales, 323rd mand launched the iMatter website Training Squadron, JBSA-Lackland March 23, giving all command Total 2015 aetC outstanding airmen of the year awards These awards recognize the important Force Airmen access to an AETC-spe- Congratulations to the following individuals contributions, signifi cant accomplishments and cifi c tool for sharing innovations and for winning in the Air Education and Training the highest qualities of leadership exhibited by improvement ideas. Command Outstanding Airmen of the Year 2015 enlisted members representing a cross section The concept took hold based on Gen. awards. of career fi elds. Robin Rand, AETC commander, hearing SNCO of the Year category: Master Sgt. ideas directly from Airmen during his Once an idea is submitted, the ITO command site visits. sends the idea to the appropriate func- “Air Education and Training Com- tional area of responsibility to consider. mand has great Airmen doing great Depending on the response from the things every day,” Rand said. “I want functional, the ITO staff may see if there Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland every Airman in the command to know is an opportunity to apply their AFSO they have a voice to me 24/7. In addition skills in ways such as conducting ad- to my AETC Commander Facebook page ditional research or holding an AFSO and the AETC public website, iMatter event. For each idea, the exact process is on helps accomplish this goal by offering differs depending on the scope of the Share your JBSA-Lackland a venue to post innovative suggestions recommendation or proble or ideas.” “We really do try, as much as reason- photos with us by tagging iMatter allows AETC Airmen to post ably possible, to implement submitters’ us @JBSALackland their suggestions for improving process- ideas, and we’d like to get the entire pro- es and procedures as well as their ideas cess - from beginning to end - completed on how to improve the command. Air- as quickly as possible,” Wyatt said. “And men provide their inputs via a simple, just about every step of the way, as a online form. Then, each submission is suggestion moves along the path, the reviewed by the AETC Innovation and submitter gets notifi ed and informed Transformation Offi ce, which oversees about the status of the idea.” the command’s Air Force Smart Opera- With iMatter now live, AETC leader- tions program. ship is looking to Airmen at all levels to According to rules of engagement begin using the site and submitting their posted on the iMatter site, posts must ideas. AETC will conduct a cost-benefi t be respectful, well researched and not analysis of iMatter around the July to complaints or personal opinions. August timeframe to measure the site’s “No idea is off limits,” said Charles impact, according to Maj. Alan Haedge, Wyatt, master process owner for the chief of command policy and special AETC Air Force Smart Operations pro- programs for AETC, so now is the time gram, “but this is not the Inspector Gen- for Airmen to make their voices heard. eral Complaint System.” See iMATTER Page 7 PAGE 6 TALESPINNER April 3, 2015 JBSA defenders adjust to new Texas registration, inspection program

By Maricris Moore produce proof of valid vehicle inspection, such as a Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs copy of the VIR. • Anyone who misplaced their VIR should visit The new “Two Steps, One Sticker” program began www.mytxcar.com to download and print a copy of in the state of Texas March 1. Texas drivers will no the document. longer receive inspection stickers, and drivers’ reg- • Inspection fees and the inspection requirements istration stickers issued after that date will serve as remain the same. The only change is a VIR will be proof for both inspection and registration provided in lieu of an inspection sticker. Joint Base San Antonio base entry controllers have • Active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces trained for the new change and educated themselves are not required to register or title their vehicles in in order to better serve the base populace, while ad- Texas. hering to the new requirements for the program. “At “Like anything new, it will take time for drivers to this point the biggest focus is on educating our com- separate sticker changed. get better acquainted with Texas’ new requirements. munity to ensure that everyone understands what • For registration purposes, if the vehicle inspec- There will certainly be some misunderstandings to get the new requirements are,” Capt. Julie A. Roloson, tion has expired a new inspection is required prior to through,” Police Offi cer Richard Coon, 902nd Security 502nd Security Forces Squadron operations offi cer at renewing the registration. Forces Squadron assistant operations superintendent JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, said. • A vehicle inspection report will be provided to the at JBSA-Randolph, said. “I ask drivers to please be Here are a few things that drivers need to know driver after their vehicle passes the state inspection. patient with our security forces members while we about the new program: This form will be used for verifi cation when renew- work through this change.” • Drivers must continue to maintain a current ve- ing the registration if the inspection cannot be verifi ed Flyers about the new program will be distributed to hicle inspection and registration at all times to oper- electronically. drivers at the JBSA gates. ate their vehicle. The law requiring a valid vehicle • Upon request by law enforcement or entry For more information, visit: www.TwoStepsOneS- inspection did not change, only the requirement for a control personnel, vehicle operators are required to ticker.com or http://www.txdmv.gov/. Father, daughter NCOs show passion for mentorship as MTIs

By Airman 1st Class Justine Rho candidate and transferred to the Air Force Reserve. JBSA-lackland Public Affairs Offi ce He accredits his personal success to outstanding mentors who encouraged him to complete all of his The morning of March 27 at the parade grounds goals, including attending and graduating from the on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, two Airmen Department of Defense Fire Academy at the age became the fi rst father-daughter duo to serve of 47. together as military training instructors. “There were many times my mentors set me up After the Air Force Basic Military Training for success, both personally and professionally,” graduation parade ceremony, the newest 737th said MacKay. “I hope to pay that forward and give Training Group MTIs were honored upon accom- our newest Airmen the tools they need to thrive in plishing certifi cation training. During this recog- today’s Air Force.” nition ceremony, Tech. Sgt. James MacKay, 321st MacKay, who has another daughter currently Training Squadron MTI, presented his daughter serving in the Air Force as an air traffi c control- Staff Sgt. Amanda Macfarlane, with the well-known ler, said he’s proud of both his daughters and their MTI campaign hat. military service. MacKay and Macfarlane both served diverse “I have always been proud of my daughters careers prior to becoming MTIs, but maintained and their military careers,” said MacKay. “When a shared passion for mentorship and developing (Amanda) told me she had been accepted into the Airmen. Their career paths led them both to join MTI program I was thrilled. I think she has the the Air Force Reserve as MTIs to lead and train the same passion for teaching and mentoring others next generation of Airmen. Photo by Benjamin Faske as I do and I believe she will fi nd this position as Tech. Sgt. James Mackay and his daughter Staff Sgt. “In my previous positions, I was often respon- challenging and rewarding as anything she’s done Amanda Macfarlane, 433rd Training Squadron military sible for training new members on their on-the-job training instructors, pose with Col. Trent Edwards 37th previously.” responsibilities, and to me, that was the best part Training Wing commander after the Basic Military Training This sense of pride is mirrored in Macfarlane’s of the job,” said Macfarlane, who previously served parade March 27, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. decision to become a MTI. as an active duty Korean linguist. “I felt like I could “I’ve always been proud of my father’s service make a positive impact by ensuring the Airmen and MacKay entered the Air Force as a member of and professionalism,” explained Macfarlane. “I look noncommissioned offi cers had the knowledge and the Michigan Air National Guard in November 1983 up to him for being a positive infl uence. tools they would need to get their job done and and has since been a munitions systems specialist, “I’m also proud to have this chance to be a part of contribute to the mission. air traffi c controller and a fi re protection specialist. BMT and to be able to help prepare men and women “As an MTI, you have the tremendous opportunity He served on active duty, in the Air National Guard, for their careers as Airmen,” Macfarlane said. “I to have a positive impact on the next generation of and now is a member of the Air Force Reserve. get to serve alongside my Air Force family as well Airmen,” she said. In 2013, MacKay was accepted as an MTI as my actual family, and that means a lot to me.” April 3, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 7

iMATTER from Page 5 Proud Week offers opportunity for “Think about the power that 62,000 Airmen across AETC can have,” Haedge said. “There are tons of folks out there with great, innovative ideas; hopefully they’ll take the time to put those ideas on the iMatter site. JBSA-wide spring cleanup effort Commercial entities such as USAA and Starbucks ac- tually use similar tools and have had great success. In fact, USAA has generated more than 500 patents By Robert Goetz since 2010 with their respective innovation program.” Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs “This program is intended to help complement existing Air Force programs and to focus on AETC-specific Members of the Joint Base San Antonio com- areas of innovation,” Haedge added. munity will join forces April 8-10 for an instal- To start using iMatter, Airmen can visit the site at lation-wide spring cleanup effort. https://app10-eis.aetc.af.mil/imatter/SitePages/home. The 502nd Air Base Wing in coordination with aspx and access a variety of resources, including an the 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron is conducting iMatter User’s Guide and instructional videos. Each Proud Week Spring Cleanup, an event that will iMatter site visitor must use his/her Common Access unite mission partners, tenant units, organiza- Card and select the non-email CAC certificate in order tions and agencies throughout JBSA. to access the site. “The purpose of Proud Week is to promote For non-CAC users or to find out more, contact the pride and maintain a high beautification stan- AETC Innovation and Transformation Office at AETC. dard throughout JBSA,” Chief Master Sgt. [email protected]. Colleen Curl, 502nd Security Forces and Logis- tics Support Group superintendent, said. According to a JBSA operation order, participating units “will be responsible for providing manpower to clean areas, bag and bundle all trash as appropriate and transport trash to col- lection points. The order identifies removing trash, old furniture, fallen tree limbs, brush, grass and weeds in sidewalk cracks, and non- household trash as key tasks. It also requests that participants sweep sidewalks and curbs, and inspect fields, streets and parking lots in areas of responsibility, which also include work, storage and warehouse areas. Curl said facility managers or other designated persons will lead the cleanup efforts of their Courtesy photo organizations as project officers. “We hope project officers will determine what large for bagging should be safely taken to the is needed for the facility and develop a plan of closest roadway and placed near the curb, but action prior to the event,” she said. not in the roadway. Curl said the 502nd CES will provide trash “This avoids having to carry large, heavy and bags on the days of the cleanup at three JBSA bulky items long distance and allows for ease of locations: building 4197 at JBSA-Fort Sam Hous- access to the item,” he said. ton, building 5495 at JBSA-Lackland and build- Curl said volunteers are also sought for clean- ing 891 at JBSA-Randolph. In addition, lawn and up of common areas at JBSA-Randolph. These garden supplies and equipment such as rakes, include Air Heritage Park, Airmen’s Heritage wheelbarrows, brooms and other items will be Park and Eberle Park. available in limited quantities for sign-out. Participating units will be responsible for Bulk trash sites will be designated at all JBSA submitting an after-action report to Person by locations, Curl said. Participants may use dump- April 23. sters near their work areas for items that aren’t “When submitting an after-action report, bulk trash. mission partners should list issues, actions and Examples of bulk trash items are tree limbs, recommendations to continuously improve JBSA broken-down picnic tables, old fence materi- Proud Week,” Person said. als, bricks and old landscaping timbers, Antony He also said that, although Proud Week is a Person, 502nd CES chief executive officer, said. “focused effort that asks missions partners to “Items that are not accepted for bulk removal help in keeping JBSA clean,” it is not a one- are hazardous materials, furniture and other time event. items appropriate for Defense Reutilization and “Keeping JBSA clean is a continuous effort Marketing Office disposal, equipment and food that requires all Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors, Ma- waste,” he said. rines, civilians and dependents to do their part Person said participants should bag as much to help keep the installation beautiful,” Person as possible for ease of removal, but items too said. PAGE 8 TALESPINNER April 3, 2015

Sta Sgt. Kyle Saxon Unit: 743rd Intelligence Support Squadron Duty title: Web Developer Time in service: 7 years Hometown: Newberry, S.C.

“Staff Sgt. Kyle Saxon is an exceptional NCO with Tech. Sgt. Faith Wells Airman 1st Class Joshua Hoskins unsurpassed professionalism and esprit de corps. He identifi ed and Unit: 433rd Training Squadron Unit: 3rd Combat Camera Squadron mitigated nine security risks in one of the 25th Air Force’s premier web Duty title: Military training instructor Duty title: Broadcast Producer applications that services 251 Information Assurance Offi cers glob- Time in service: 16 years Time in service: 9 Months ally. He also rebuilt the entire user interface for a Secretary of the Air Hometown: Winnfi eld, La. Hometown: North Port, Fla. Force level program, hardening its security by implementing Public Key Infrastructure standards utilizing the Common Access Card which in “Tech. Sgt. Faith Wells exemplifi es the standard of “Airman 1st Class Joshua Hoskins is both a highly turn eliminated 47 vulnerabilities and securing the sensitive travels of excellence through not only her words, but more importantly, her actions. motivated Airman and talented professional. His drive led him to docu- 75 analysts. His tenacity for perfection drove the refactoring of 1.7K Her selﬂ ess motivation, precise military bearing and strict adherence ment and edit four training videos for the 59th Medical Wing Diabetes lines of source code enabling increased website maintainability and to Air Force standards provides trainees with a genuine role model to Center of Excellence. Hoskins’ efforts will allow the training of hundreds modifi ability, ultimately reducing the program release from 63 to 37 emulate and directly contributes to the successful graduation of more of new patients in the proper use of vital medical equipment. He was days. Furthermore, he manages a $241K equipment account with 271 than 35,000 Airmen annually. Wells relentlessly reports for duty every also the lead camera operator on the production team that live-streamed hardware items across multiple work centers with 100% accountability day with a with a great “can do” attitude. Her enthusiasm and positiv- a town hall meeting with the commander of the Air Force Installation at all times. SSgt Saxon is an avid volunteer, from being a member of ity is infectious and her commitment to the mission is unrivaled. She and Mission Support Center, Major General Theresa Carter, enabling the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association raising has served as a line instructor and has constantly demonstrated her more than 500 people worldwide to gain valuable insight into working $40K for local wounded troops. Lastly, SSgt Saxon completed 5 college position as the subject matter expert. As a result of her dedication, and living in the greater San Antonio area. His duties included acting courses earning 15 credit hours towards his Computer Science Technol- expertise and personal qualities, Wells was hand selected to fulfi ll the as the lead camera operator for the live webinar town hall, as well as ogy degree and maintained an exceptional 3.8 GPA. SSgt Saxon is a role of a Capstone Week instructor; a Chief Master Sergeant of the Air ensuring proper microphone placement. Lastly, Hoskins completed more signifi cant asset to not only the 743rd Intelligence Support Squadron, Force initiative and a Basic Military Training fi rst. than 16 hours of on-the-job training in the last month, including fi ve but to the United States Air Force with a promising career ahead of him.” She is an altruistic NCO who offers a vast amount of knowledge and hours of camera specifi c training to become profi cient with his new experience, to Airmen at every level. It is with great conviction Wells equipment. He is truly a shining example of an Airman and a vital part – Master Sgt. Eric H. Chandler to the success of the 3CTCS’s mission.” exemplifi es the characteristics and behaviors worthy of the Diamond 743rd Intelligence Support Squadron First Sergeant Sharp Award.” – Tech. Sgt. Rico Sison 3CTCS, Additional Duty First Sergeant – Master Sgt. Amy Kanawi 433rd TRS, First Sergeant Sta Sgt. Stasia Smith Unit: 319th Training Squadron Duty title: War skills and military Tech. Sgt. Hayden Crawford Senior Airman Alexandra Black studies instructor Unit: 343rd Training Squadron Time in service: 9 years, 9 months Unit: 59th Radiology Squadron Duty title: NCO in charge, resources Hometown: Newburg, N.Y. Duty title: Diagnostic Imaging Technologist mobility supply Time in service: 4 years Time in service: 12 years “Staff Sgt. Stasia Smith is a militaryt raining instructor assigned Hometown: Bellevue, Neb. Hometown: Lorain, Ohio to the 319th Training Squadron. As a war skills and military studies instructor, she conducts fi rst-class academic and survivability train- “Senior Airman Alexandra Black has recently been “Tech. Sgt. Hayden Crawford is the NCO in charge of resources, mo- ing to more than 33,000 Airmen annually. Smith also manages course involved with many activities, both on and off duty. Black has consis- bility and supply for the largest training squadron in the Air Force. For the curriculum such as lesson plans, presentations and examinations. She tently been the “go-to person” in her department. She was selected from past eight months, he has managed logistics in support of 12 courses, is enrolled in two college courses in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in nine of her peers to be the department’s quality control technologist. 9,000 students, and 230 instructors and staff in 10 geographically- leadership management through American Military University. She is Clearly demonstrating her dependability, she oversees 28 Airmen and separated areas. As the focal point for seven high-interest programs, an outstanding leader who exemplifi es the Air Force core values both ensures there are no vacancies in seven different sections by maintain- he is responsible for the accountability of more than 8,000 items and on- and off-duty. Even with a strenuous work schedule, she is a key ing 100 percent accountability and correcting any substandard X-rays. the management of fi ve equipment accounts with 1,392 assets as- member of the “Church Under the Bridge” non-profi t organization which Also, she coordinated a volunteer event that benefi ted the “H-E-B Alamo signed. His effective management of these programs has resulted in provides needed items to less fortunate men, women and children in Run Fest.” She and her team of volunteers created more than 3,000 zero write-ups as well as the identifi cation and correction of more than the San Antonio area. Recently, she coordinated squadron volunteers appreciation bags for the event’s runners and participants. Her efforts 20 defi ciencies. Recently, his accurate accounting of resources led to the to work at the Valero Open golf tournament to which proceeds will helped to ensure a successful event. Lastly, she attended the two- day Air Force saving more than $150,000 by re-allocating essential training benefi t the Military Training Instructor Association. Smith continues to Joint Base San Antonio Professional Enhancement Seminar covering equipment to three different courses. Crawford is very active in the lo- separate herself as a leader in the basic military training community various subjects to include Air Force heritage, leadership, bullet writing cal community as well as the base, where he organized Joint Base San and is a true asset to the 319th TRS; she is undoubtedly worthy of this and enlisted force structure. She is always looking for opportunities Antonio’s fi rst Reconciliation Retreat leading 30 volunteers in providing Diamond Sharp Award.” to improve herself, professionally and individually, providing her fel- spiritual growth for 25 youth. Whether on-or off duty, he truly puts the low Airmen an example to emulate. Her professionalism, efforts and needs of the Airmen fi rst by making them his top priority. Crawford’s – Master Sgt. Nathan Pigza demonstration of the core values have not gone unnoticed and for that leadership, hard work, dedication and drive to exceed the standards reason, Black is our Diamond Sharp winner this month.” make him the perfect recipient of the Diamond Sharp Award.” 319th TRS, First Sergeant

– Master Sgt. Marco Cerros – Senior Master Sgt. Shari Colquhoun See MORE DIAMOND SHARPS Page 9 59th RSQ, First Sergeant 343rd TRS, First Sergeant April 3, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 9

DIAMOND SHARPS FROM Page 8 Sta Sgt. Irma Olivas 359th AMDS Airmen save Unit: 502nd Air Base Wing Duty title: Wing administration Time in service: 12 years Hometown: El Paso, Texas Air Force $2.5M, earn AETC “Staff Sgt. Irma Olivas has been a valuable asset to the 502nd Air Base Wing and to her peers. Some of her duties include the Management Internal Control Toolset where she ensures the Productivity Excellence Award compliance of 54 records custodians. She also facilitates the tracking of all wing enlisted and offi cer performance reports and decorations for more than 300 personnel. Olivas exudes the whole-person concept by By Staff Sgt. Jerilyn Quintanilla money to get the system changed or fi xed, so we had attending school and professional development courses to continue her 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs to get creative,” Lohn said. growth as a leader. Finally, as a pillar in her community, she volunteers After some searching and researching, the team countless hours at a local elementary school, reading to the students Four Airmen from the 359th Aerospace Medicine found an existing program within the AF network and working at events so the kids can enjoy themselves. Olivas is the Squadron were recently awarded the Air Education called the Oracle Training Application which met epitome of what an NCO should be and very deserving of being called and Training Command Productivity Excellence all the requirements and specifi cations they needed. Diamond Sharp” Award for initiatives which saved the Air Force According to Lohn, the OTA not only enables them $2.5 million. to track training more effi ciently with minimal de- According to program guidelines, the award rec- lays, it’s also interfaced with the Air Force’s Mili- – Senior Master Sgt. Gil Leal Zertuche ognizes individual Airmen and small groups who tary Personnel Data System. This gives personnel the 502nd Comptroller Squadron Acting First Sergeant have made substantial improvements in productiv- ability to view and verify digital training records at ity that resulted in a tangible savings of at least $1 any duty location. million over a consecutive 12-month period. The team conducted a 90-day test and evalua- Senior Airman Nico Rich Working with a problematic system called the tion, after which the OTA was implemented at all Unit: 59th Medical Support Squadron Aerospace Physiology Information Management AF physiology units. Duty title: Customer service technician System, 1st Lt. Adam Lohn, Staff Sgt. Rhea Stitham, “We’re now the subject matter experts for the Time in service: 4 years Senior Airman Mario Mares and Senior Airman system,“ Stitham said. “We created a user manual, Hometown: Monroe, N.C. Katelynn Freeman, all from the 359th AMDS, worked held several training sessions with other units via together to fi nd another program that could more teleconferences and serve as the OTA help desk “Senior Airman Nico Rich updated 40 duty status effectively track aircrew training. answering questions about the system from other changes ensuring commanders 100 percent accountability. He also “The APIMS was launched in 1998,” Lohn said. physiology units.” processed 35 promotion recommendation rosters ensuring all eligible “The database had not been updated and over time, While the monetary savings was a huge accom- members were provided the chance to compete for promotion testing. as new operating systems came online we started plishment, the team also managed to cut down their He updated three time-sensitive duty status case management system to have problems. We dealt with random crashes unit’s processing time, recapturing more than 1,000 cases, ensuring members were placed in the right duty status code. He or freezes while entering aircrew training data, lost man-hours in the 359th AMDS alone. processed six special duty assignment pay rosters to ensure members data and other system delays.” The estimated savings in man-hours is 85 percent Such issues have resulted in several aircrew mem- received entitlements on time. His selection for staff sergeant is right on across all AF physiology units. bers having to re-accomplish training and in some Lohn and Stitham both agree the time savings is target with his duties and responsibilities. Rich is a true professional cases members have been put on grounding status perhaps the greatest benefi t of the new system. and an undeniably fi rst class Airman within our wing. He never backs meaning they are temporarily unable to fl y. “Now, with the time we spent recreating paper- down from a challenge and is always eager to learn.” Replacing the system was estimated to cost the work and re-accomplishing tasks we can focus on Air Force approximately $2.5 million. other aspects of the mission and training,” Stitham – Master Sergeant De’Lisa Harris “We knew it would take a long time and a lot of said. “That’s the real accomplishment.” 59th MDSS, First Sergeant

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JBSA-LACKLAND CHAPEL SERVICES KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES —PROTESTANT WORSHIP SERVICES —WICCA Daily Mass Mon., Tues. & Thur. 11:30 a.m. Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Freedom Chapel – Building 1528 New BMT Reception Center – Building 6330 Note: Reconciliation(s) may be scheduled by appointment Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Contemporary Service Sun. 9:30 a.m. Sun. 9:00 – 11:00 (Auditorium) —ISLAMIC Airman’s Attic 671-1780 Religious Education Sun. 11:00 a.m. Freedom Chapel – Building 1528 Global Ministry Center – Building 7452 American Red Cross 844-4225 Gospel Service Sun. 12:30 p.m. Wicca Open Circle 1st Tues. 6 – 7 p.m. Jumu'ah Prayer Fri. 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Base Post Offi ce 671-1058 Spanish Service Sun. 3:00 p.m. —BUDDIST Bowling Center 671-2271 LITURGICAL SERVICE —REFUGE STUDENT CENTER New BMT Reception Center – Building 6330 DEERS 800-538-9552 Airman Memorial Chapel – Building 5432 Building 9122 (Tech Training & TDY Students) Sun. 10 a.m. (Rm. 175) Exceptional Family Member Program 671-3722 Sun. 8:00 a.m Wednesday 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday 6 – 8 p.m. —ECKANKAR Family Child Care 671-3376 CHURCH OF CHRIST Friday 6 – 11 p.m. Gateway Chapel – Building 6300 Legal Offi ce 671-3362 New BMT Reception Center – Building 6330 Saturday 12 – 9 p.m. 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays 12:30 p.m. Library 671-3610 Sun. 7:30 a.m. (Rm. 175) Sunday 11 – 5 p.m. —BAHA'I Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 SEVENTH - DAY ADVENTIST —JEWISH Gateway Chapel – Building 6300 MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Gateway Chapel – Building 6300 Airmen Memorial Chapel – Building 5432 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sun. 11:00 a.m. Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 Sat. 12:30 p.m. Sabbath & Kiddush Fri. 4:30 p.m. TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 —THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Religious Education Sun. 1:30 p.m. Thrift Shop 671-3608 New BMT Reception Center – Building 6330 LATTER-DAY SAINTS —ROMAN CATHOLIC Sun. 7:30 a.m. (Rm. 112) Gateway Chapel – Building 6300 Freedom Chapel – Building 1528 Enlisted Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandesc.org Religious Education Tues. 6:30 p.m. —ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Religious Education Sun. 9:00 a.m. Force Support Squadron http://www.lacklandfss.com LDS Institute Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Airmen Memorial Chapel – Building 5432 Mass Sat. 5:00 p.m. Sun. 11:00 a.m. Lackland ISD http://www.lacklandisd.net LDS Service Sun. 1:00 p.m. Sun. 9:30 a.m. Reconciliation Sat. 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandosc.org JBSA Public website http://www.jbsa.af.mil For more details, contact Freedom Chapel - 671-4208 • Gateway Chapel - 671-2911 My Air Force Life http://www.MyAirForceLife.com April 3, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 11 25th AF marks Women’s History Month with inaugural celebration

By Wayne Amann and its previous iterations, through Col. Norma Brown, the fi rst woman food and water shortages and earned 25th Air Force Public Affairs the years. to command an Air Force wing, the the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with a Maj. Gen. John Shanahan, 25th Air 6940th Security Wing, Goodfellow Air bronze star among other decorations. When 25th Air Force Headquarters Force commander, spoke about the need Force Base, Texas in 1974 Among the attendees were members planners were organizing the Numbered to celebrate the successes of trailblazers Sergeant Christina Ogle, the fi rst of the San Antonio Chamber of Com- Air Force’s Inaugural Women’s History while continuing efforts to build a soci- Women’s Air Force member to join the merce Military Affairs Committee group, Month Celebration, their guest of honor ety where our daughters have the same United States Air Force Security Service. Woman to Woman, Leader to Leader, was scheduled to be Ms. Lucy Coffey, possibilities as our sons. First Lieutenant Roslyn Schulte, an whose purpose is to foster a collab- the oldest living female World War II “We still have work to do to make the intelligence, surveillance and reconnais- orative sharing between senior female veteran. Air Force as diverse and inclusive as it sance offi cer who was the fi rst female leaders in the military and senior female However, one week before the March should be,” the general said. “Recently, United States Air Force Academy gradu- executives in the business community. 26 event here, the 108 year-old Wom- some of 25th Air Force’s senior leaders ate killed by enemy forces in the Iraq National Women’s History Month en’s Army Auxiliary Corps retired staff established a program aimed at provid- and Afghanistan wars. can be traced to March 8, 1857, when sergeant passed away. ing mentorship to women in our head- Shanahan then paid tribute to Coffey. women from New York City factories “Although she’s no longer with us, her quarters. Their plan is to enable tailored “Although she passed away last week, protested over working conditions. patriotic spirit lives on,” said Senior Air- professional development through one- her legacy will stand as a reminder to International Women’s Day was fi rst man Gabrielle Dickson of 25th AF who on-one mentoring.” future generations that stereotypes do observed in 1909, but it wasn’t until read Coffey’s biography in tribute. “We Shanahan highlighted 25th AF trail- not have to defi ne you,” he said.” Given 1981 that Congress established National thank her for her service and salute her blazers: the obstacles she overcame and the fact Women’s History Week during the sec- one-of-a-kind patriotic spirit.” Chief Master Sgt. Arleen K. Heath, the she lived to 108, she also serves as a ond week in March. With that as the backdrop, a near-ca- fi rst woman to serve as command chief great example of grit, fortitude and re- In 1987, after being petitioned by the pacity crowd, including Coffey’s nephew in the 67 year history of 25th AF siliency.“ National Women’s History Project, Con- John Mulrey, his wife Jo Ann and Coffey’s Brig. Gen. Carol C. Elliott, the orga- During the reading of Coffey’s biog- gress designated March 1987 as “Wom- niece, Marianne Mulrey, gathered in the nization’s fi rst female vice commander raphy remembrance Dickson recounted en’s History Month.” Every year since Bernard A. Larger Auditorium to salute Lt. Col. Merryl Tengesdal, 9th Recon- how the Battle of Luzon veteran enlisted the Federal Government has passed the contributions made by women in the naissance Wing, Beale AFB, Calif., the when she was 37 years old, braved terri- a proclamation identifying March as military and specifi cally 25th Air Force fi rst black female pilot to fl y the U-2 fying times when nearing combat, faced “Women’s History Month.”

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Master Sgt. Jeremy Tometczak’s chance assignment to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, four years ago proved to be the chance of a lifetime for four Guamanian youngsters. In 2011, then Tech. Sgt. Tometczak, an electronic warfare maintenance technician, arrived on Guam. “The way I received that assignment had to be fate,” he said. “There is only one billet for my Air Force Specialty Code assigned to the entire island. I was only the second and last one in my AFSC to ever get stationed there.” So, as a single, 32-year-old NCO with no children, he set out to enjoy his tour, volunteer and learn about the culture. He rented a house off base to imerse himself in the culture firsthand. Within weeks, several children who lived in an open shack nearby appeared in his yard. They would show up hungry looking for food. Tometczak later learned the children were seven sib- lings, ages 1 to 13. Their parents spent most days away, leaving them to their own devices. “I vividly remember one of the kids used a machete to cut up the snakes that would invade their shack while the others tried to sleep,” Tometczak said. The children needed medical, educational and social attention. Courtesy photo Days with the kids turned into weeks, and weeks Master Sgt. Jeremy Tometczak of 25th Air Force and his adopted Guamanian children pause during their vacation in Ha- into months, with barely a word from their parents. waii July 2014, on their way from Guam to San Antonio. It marked the first time the children were in the United States Their mother would periodically call Tometczak to since Tometczak adopted them in 2011. check on the children, but still he wondered what kind of parents would let their young children walk “They gave me the option to take care of all seven classes and took them to different countries to see through a banana field to visit a stranger’s house. kids,” Tometczak said. “I decided I couldn’t handle the world following his assignment to Guam. They spoke three broken languages. Conversation the youngest three as a single parent so I made the “I could not have done this without the great sup- among them was rare. tough decision to let them enter the system.” port and understanding of my commander, supervi- Tometczak was running out of money to feed them. So he kept the oldest four while ensuring the young- sors and Rhoda Gaba, our awesome case worker,” All he could afford were noodles, diapers and birth- est three went to a safe home where all the children Tometczak said. day cakes for special occasions. They would need could still Skype with each other while living apart. After only two years of attending school, Frances, more than that to survive. What motivated him to become a single parent the oldest, was inducted into the National Honor He didn’t want to leave the kids who viewed him times four? Society as a sophomore. Her English as a Second as a father figure and guardian. But he knew they “Their potential and my own memories of being Language teacher was a key to her success. All of desperately needed help. So did he. Something more raised without a father in a neighborhood where kids the kids are brown or black belts in martial arts and had to be done. turned to undesirable characters,” Tometczak said. are successful in school. After discussing the situation with the eldest child, “I saw infinite potential in all the kids, despite their “I moved to Guam excited to be in the Pacific for who was like “mom” to the youngest, he made the upbringing, which included scavenging for food and the first time. I just never thought it would involve agonizing decision to call Child Protective Services. wandering through the jungle to find coconut water seven kids,” Tometczak said. “They wished upon a Tometczak knew this decision could possibly break for the baby.” star for someone to save them and that wish came the children up. The four he took in had not attended school past true.” CPS awarded him primary guardianship, allowing the second grade. Upon becoming their guardian, he Would he do it again? him to receive the benefits he needed to take care of had them tested and enrolled in school. He got them “Who knows what the future holds,” Tometczak some of the children. proper medical care, signed them up for taekwondo said with a broad grin. April 3, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 13 West Point cadet traces family legacy at 25th AF

By Wayne Amann 25th Air Force Public Affairs

For many college students this year’s edition of spring break signaled their annual migration to fun- in-the-sun destinations, their schoolwork in rear view mirrors. One U. S. Military Academy sophomore had a different plan. Cadet 3rd Class Andrew Parker used his respite from the rigors of West Point life to connect with a grandfather he never knew, except for his storied reputation in the Air Force intelligence community. Parker, joined by his father, retired Army Lt. Col. Curtis Parker and grandmother Evelyn Engbretson, toured 25th Air Force headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland March 17 to explore their family heritage. “I knew my grandfather was doing information warfare-type stuff and I knew I wanted to do information warfare-type stuff,” the younger Parker said. “I thought it would be interesting to get to know how that generation worked.” Parker’s grandfather, the late retired Chief Master Sgt. Stewart Engbretson, left a lasting legacy as a Russian linguist and tactics analyst. He’s recognized as the founder of the Air Force Tactics Analysis and Reporting Program, established in 1979, bringing intelligence collectors and analysts together with fighter pilots to discuss how adversary air forces are operating. Today, TARP sports more than 12 tactics analysis team forums conducted annually, hosted by Air Force major commands and numbered air forces. Since its inception, TARP has flourished with more than 15 countries participating in the forums, with an expanded focus on air and air defense to include space and cyber operations. Parker and family visited the 25th AF Hall of Honor where Chief Engbretson was permanently enshrined in 1986. The chief and seven fellow dis- tinguished alumni share the plaque titled “Decade Photo by Gloria Vasquez of the 70s.” Army Cadet 3rd Class Andrew Parker locates his late grandfather, retired Chief Master Sgt. Stewart Engbretson, on a 25th The synopsis that accompanied Engbretson’s in- Air Force Headquarters Hall of Honor wall plaque March 17. Parker used his Spring break from West Point to learn about duction states: “A masterful and creative technician, his grandfather’s significant contributions to the Air Force intelligence community. as well as an astute manager, Chief Engbretson re- shaped the mission and rewrote the book at Ber- visit is to remember the past, remember what’s out Fast forward to future warfighter Parker, assigned lin and the 6912th Electronic Security Group. He there and remember how much work, people like to Fourth Regiment, Company Golf, G4, where he’s transformed the Berlin operations into a highly vis- my grandfather and others put in to get to the level a member of the Cadet Competitive Cyber Team. ible and viable mission in support of the Air Force we’re operating at today.” “We’re fairly good. We have a lot of smart people,” mission worldwide. In addition, he directed the Air Following their Hall of Honor tour, Parker and he said. “I’ve always liked problem solving and I was Combat capabilities program since its inception, a family were escorted to the multi-award winning Dr. really good with computers so it seemed like a natu- program that has changed the way the Air Force Dennis F. Casey Heritage Center, where they were ral progression to use computers to problem solve.” prepares for war. This achievement prompted the given an up-close and personal look at the only Those who escorted Parker and family around Commander in Chief of US Air Forces in Europe co-located display of Nazi Germany’s Enigma, the 25th Air Force headquarters spoke in glowing terms to praise the 6912th as one of his most critical re- United States’ Sigaba and the Soviet Union’s Fialka about his pioneering grandfather. The remarks left sources.” encryption/decryption devices. a lasting impression on the West Point student. Engbretson’s litany of achievements were an eye When asked if his grandfather was still alive to- “He obviously attained this great honor (Hall of opener for his grandson. day, Parker would want to tell him serveral things. Honor induction),” Parker said. “But I also view it as “I’m trying to get a handle on all the great ac- “That I love him, am proud of him and how was a challenge. As someone about to enter the military, complishments my grandfather did during his life,” it back in the days of the Cold War, the spy stories, I hope to live up to that.” Parker said. “The one thing I’ll take away from this all that good stuff.” PAGE 16 sports TALESPINNER April 3, 2015

Upcoming joint base san antonio Air Force captain finds serenity half marathon The Joint Base San Antonio Half Marathon takes place at 7:30 a.m. April in ultramarathon competition 26 at JBSA-Randolph. The race begins to the right of the main gate. Registra- By Jose T. Garza III can finish these races.” tion must be completed by JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs The 33-year-old staff physi- April 22 and forms can be cian referenced his soccer and found online at http://www. The aroma of a pizza slice track and field background in myjbsa-fss-mwr.com. The coated in bacon, artichokes providing him a base of cardio- entry fee is $25 and can be and olives instantly strikes vascular fitness. paid by cash or check. Pay- the nose when Capt. Wesley Trueblood’s training consists ment and registration forms Trueblood opens his lunch con- of riding a bike two days a can be picked up at the tainer in the Reid Clinic Ser- week, strength exercises three Rambler Fitness Center on vices break room. It is a smell days a week and running four JBSA-Randolph, the Medical that could perhaps entice a to seven miles four times a Education Training Campus physically fit person to forgo a week. He occasionally runs on Fitness Center at JBSA-Fort healthy meal in favor of a cheat back-to-back days, one day be- Sam Houston or the JBSA- one. tween 10-15 miles and the next Lackland Heath and Well- When competing in ultra- 20-25 miles. ness Center. Call 652-7263. marathons – marathons longer While he doesn’t have a con- than 26.2 miles – as Trueblood, sistent eating regimen, True- masters golf tournament a 559th Medical Operations Sign up for this team, blood said he stays away from Squadron staff physician, has net best ball format tourna- fast and processed food. since November 2013, eating ment at the Gateway Hills His goal is to beat his per- healthy food is the least of his Golf Course on Joint Base sonal 50K race time of 5 concerns. 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Wesley Trueblood, 559th Medical Operations Squadron staff physi- ing the scenery being out in the volleyball Smithville, Texas. cian, runs at the Warhawk Fitness Center track March 25. Trueblood is woods.” west division d l Trueblood, who previously training for the 50K category of the Hells Hills Endurance Trail Run Satur- Trueblood admitted that 1. 25th AF...... 2 0 competed in 10K, half mara- day in Smithville, Texas. He has competed in seven ultramarathons – mara- running “keeps him sane” and 2. 343rd TRS...... 2 0 thon and full marathon races, thons longer than 26.2 miles – since November 2013. helps him deal with day-to-day 3. 668th ALIS...... 2 0 learned about ultramarathons stressors. 4. 502nd OSS...... 1 1 via word of mouth at a trail and one 100K race in Jan. 5. AFLCMC...... 1 1 ultramarathon at a location “Performing an activity that 6. 543rd SPTS...... 0 2 marathon. east of San Antonio, and re- He carries a hydration pack is a stress relief to you is some- 7. 559th MDG...... 0 1 “I didn’t even know what members the weather being – a backpack equipped with a thing that you can look forward 8. 772nd ESS...... 0 1 an ultramarathon was, and I humid and also feeling the hydration system containing to and feel good doing,” he said. 9. 91st NWS...... 0 2 asked them how far it was,” most tired he’s ever been. a reservoir filled with liquid For Airmen who are inter- east division w l he remembered. “Most of these “After 26 miles, I started to for the runner to drink hands ested in ultramarathon run- 1. 341st TRS...... 2 0 races are on trails, and I have feel it,” Trueblood said. “I had free—on every run to keep ning, Trueblood recommends 2. 90th IOS...... 2 0 done trail races, so I was fa- a lot of calf, hamstring and hydrated, he added. they research good parks to 3. 93rd IS...... 2 1 miliar with the culture of it.” quadriceps cramps and a little “Once you are out there, run and gear to wear. 4. 149th FW...... 1 1 Trueblood did research on bit of nausea. I was able to fight and you are 20-25 miles into Most of all, they should en- 5. 59th MLRS...... 1 1 proper hydration, shoes and through it.” the race, there is not much of joy it. 6. 59th DG...... 1 1 7. 33rd NWS...... 0 2 gear and necessities to pack Since his first 50K run, The an option other than to finish,” “There are not a whole lot of 8. 502nd CONS...... 0 2 for the mega endurance race. 155 pound runner said he ran Trueblood added. “As long as reasons to do it other than just 9. 802nd SFS...... 0 1 He competed in his first four 60K races in summer 2014 you keep moving forward, you to enjoy it,” Trueblood said.