DecemberWomen’s 2, 2010 1 Basketball vs. Penn, 5 p.m. Sat. at Christl. ointer iew® PVol. 67, No. 46 Serving the community of West VPoint, the U.S. Military Academy DECEMBER 2, 2010 Frogs take Ultimate Frisbee title F-4 Frogs’ Firstie Craig J. Hunninghake tosses the Frisbee past G-2 Gators’ Firstie Edmond Martin in the first half of the Brigade Ultimate Frisbee championships Nov. 23 at Daly Field. The Frogs took down the Gators 7-2, earning the right to represent West Point against the Midshipmen at Annapolis Tuesday. Brigade Championship Week is the culminating event for the Fall Company Athletic season when 32 companies compete throughout a regular season, advance through the playoffs to determine who will ultimately face their Navy counterparts during Army-Navy Week. Check pages 8-9 for more Brigade Championship Week photos. Tommy Gilligan/PV Life Sciences major Smith named Marshall Scholar Story and photo by Mike Strasser participated in while at West Point. like China and Kenya. Finn, assistant director Assistant Editor/Copy “During the summer between my at the Center for Teaching Excellence, said, sophomore and junior years, I worked from a coach’s perspective, Smith proved to From helping establish the academy’s at the University of Southwestern be a true leader among his peers. first competitive Ultimate Frisbee team to Medical Center in the Winkler Laboratory “Jeremy is the kind of player that is a joy molecular biology research, Firstie Jeremy on Molecular Biology,” Smith said. “Our to coach. He is a strong competitor who does Smith has accomplished much in his time at work focused on non-coding regulatory RNA not let his competitiveness detract from his West Point. sequences, which are a novel method of sportsmanship,” Finn said. “He graciously The Grapevine, Texas, native recently controlling or regulating biological life forms. accepts criticism and is eager to constantly added Marshall Scholar to his list of accolades. The specific application of our research was improve his play, even though he is one of the Since 1953, the Marshall Scholarship program a new method to counter anthrax.” more talented players on the team.” provides students with two fully-funded years Smith was also integral in establishing an Smith is a Life Sciences major with the of study at any university in the United Ultimate Frisbee team within the Corps of ambition of becoming a doctor—a goal he Kingdom and is applicable to any field of Cadets. In April, they were the first academy plans on pursuing after his studies abroad study. Approximately 40 students are selected team ever represented in Ultimate Players where he will study Modern Epidemiology annually. Association sectionals history. at Imperial College in London. “Winning this scholarship is a great honor “Putting together this team has been Firstie Jeremy Smith received Marshall “Life Sciences definitely helps me reach for me,” Smith said. “I owe so much to my a multi-year process and owes a lot of its Scholarship recently. that goal,” Smith said. “I try to learn as much friends and Family, and to the teachers and growth to the leadership of Firstie Ivan Cho Point is going to be a force to be reckoned as I can about medicine, biotechnology and mentors who helped along the way.” and Dr. Stephen Finn (coach),” Smith said. with on the national scene.” the human body as I can while preparing for His research on non-coding regulatory “We’ve had an influx of talented cadets this Smith’s academic assignments often took medical school. I eventually want to work RNA sequences is one example of the past year and the development has been him away from the fields of friendly strife and, with bionics and help restore lost functions exceptional level of research Smith has spectacular. With a little more training, West at times, far away from West Point to places to our wounded warriors.” 2 December 2, 2010 Commentary Pointer View Army-Navy Week force protection Holiday Safety Tips By Joe Senger Road to the Howze Place intersection will be Directorate of Plans, Training, closed to traffic from 3 p.m. until the activities Submitted by the Directorate of Plans, become separated in a store or shopping mall; Mobilization and Security are complete at approximately 7:30 p.m.; Training, Mobilization and Security • Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. • Off-post personnel attending the games Pay for purchases with checks, credit, charge Army-Navy Week starts Sunday at are encouraged to enter the installation Once again, the holiday shopping season or debit cards; West Point and the following offers various through Stony Lonesome gate and use A, has arrived, which is one of the busiest • Be aware of where your purse is when activities and force protection measures AAA and C lots for parking. Stadium Gates 1 shopping periods of the year. you go to restaurants or hotel lounges. ongoing throughout the week. and 3 will be open to access Michie Stadium; Unfortunately, this is also the time of year Thieves prey on purses hung over the back Sunday—(First Captain’s briefing): • Fenton Road will remain open for when the criminals go shopping, looking for of a chair or left on the floor; Traffic along Washington Road in front of the movement during the games. easy targets. • If you’re using an ATM, choose an Superintendent’s quarters and Ruger Road, Dec. 9—(Bonfire/Army team send off): During this time, it is important to active location during daylight hours or one from the traffic dummy to the Washington and Parking will be allowed in Clinton and maintain your situational awareness and inside a mall. Don’t waste time. Have your Jefferson Road intersection, will be blocked Doubleday Lots during the bonfire. pay special attention to the things going on card ready, complete your transaction and for about 20 minutes beginning at 7 p.m. to Vehicles exiting Clinton and Doubleday around you. leave as soon as possible. Don’t flash cash support formations moving to Ike Hall. Lots during the activities must turn right onto Here are some safety tips to keep in mind around. Monday and Tuesday—(March-on Cullum Road toward the West Point Club. and share with Family and friends to help • Withdraw only the amount of cash you Rehearsal): Traffic along Washington Road Blocking positions on Cullum Road at the reduce the chances of becoming a victim: need. in front of the Superintendent’s quarters and quarters 101 intersection and Doubleday • Coordinate shopping trips with a While this is not an all inclusive list, it along Ruger Road leading to Shea Stadium Lot entrances will deny vehicle access to the friend or Family member. There is safety in contains a few measures to remember as you will be blocked to support the movement of area beginning around 5:30 p.m. numbers; prepare for your holiday shopping trips. formations marching to the stadium. Parking will be available on Thayer Hall • Park in a well-lit space and be sure Developing personal habits and practices Traffic will be blocked in the vicinity of roof. Personnel going TDY or on leave are to lock the car, close the windows and hide like those noted can frustrate criminals Shea throughout the rehearsal. The rehearsal reminded to not park in Clinton Lot. shopping bags and gifts in the trunk. Have and also go hand-in-hand with combating period for both days is from 4-6:30 p.m. As always, all personnel at West Point–– your keys out and ready before you get to your terrorism. Incorporating these measures along Members of the workforce who park in Soldiers, civilians, Family members and car. As you approach your vehicle, scan the with Antiterrorism Awareness Level I training the Eisenhower Hall parking lots and around contractors––should remain vigilant and area, glance underneath the vehicle and take measures into your daily life will help reduce Bldg. 667A may be delayed by marching units aware of their surroundings and report any a quick look inside before entering; the criminal’s advantage. from 4-4:30 p.m. and 6:30-7 p.m. suspicious activities to the Military Police • Dress down while shopping instead Remember to promptly report suspicious Wednesday—(Goat-Engineer games/ Desk at 938-3333. of wearing expensive clothing and jewelry persons, vehicles and crimes to the local law cadet barbecue): The Goat-Engineer football As a reminder, residents can send which attracts thieves; enforcement agency. games will take place at Michie Stadium. suspicious behavior and activity reports by • Return to the mall or store for assistance As a reminder, reports can be sent by using The women’s game starts at 5 p.m. and the using the iWATCH website found at www. if you spot suspicious activity near your the iWATCH site found at www.usma.edu/. men’s at 6:30 p.m. In support of the events, usma.edu. Remember, If you see something, vehicle. If someone approaches, and you feel For additional information or assistance, the following measures will be in effect: say something! threatened, get in and lock up until they leave contact the DPTMS AT/FP Office at 938-8859 • Mills Road in front of Michie Stadium For more information, contact DPTMS the area. If they loiter, drive away; or 938-3650.! TM from the intersection with Stony Lonesome at 938-8859. • As you shop, be alert in crowded places. Among pickpockets’ favorites are revolving doors, jammed aisles, elevators and public Community Awareness Campaign Committee reminds everyone to drive safely transportation stops and vehicles, especially • Provide plenty of non-alcoholic beverages; at rush hour; The Holiday season has arrived. This time of the year generally • Do not pressure guests to drink; • Be extra careful with purses and wallets. means more parties, which often raises alcohol consumption. • Serve food to slow the rate of absorption of alcohol; Carry a purse under your arm. Men should Driving defensively means not only taking responsibility for • Stop serving alcohol at least one hour before the party is carry their wallet in their front pocket; yourself and your actions, but also keeping an eye on “the other guy.” complete; • Thieves often target food courts. Don’t If you plan to drink alcoholic beverages, designate a driver who • If guests drink too much, call a cab or arrange a ride with leave handbags or gifts unattended; isn’t. Alcohol is a factor in almost half of all fatal motor vehicle a sober driver. • Teach your children to go to a store crashes. If you are a host for a party, here are some things you can do Having a fun holiday is having a safe holiday. clerk or security guard and ask for help if they to promote responsible drinking at a social function:

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Cow Josh Mathews and Firstie Phil Hayward instruct law enforcement officers from New York and New Jersey during the Combat Weapons Team’s annual Law Enforcement Shoot in November.

Celebration of life Dancers from the Redhawk Dance Troupe and audience members perform a two-step during the observance of Native American Heritage Month Nov. 19 at the West Point Club Grand Ballroom. The theme of the event was, “Life is Sacred–Celebrate Native Communities,” and included displays of authentic Native American artifacts, food samplings and children’s crafts. The troupe is part of the Redhawk Native American Arts Council, a non-profit educational and diversity foundation based in New York City. The event was hosted by the Simon Center for the Professional Military Ethic and the Native American Heritage Forum, a cadet club that supports and assists Native American cadets in transitioning from civilian to officer status. The club also serves to educate the Corps of Cadets on Native American history and culture. Native Americans have served in defense of the nation from the French-Indian War up to today’s conflicts. Sgt. Vincent Fusco/Public Affairs Office 4 December 2, 2010 News and Features Pointer View Contest promotes a ‘greener’ holiday By Mike Strasser encouraging everyone to recycle.” The contest will award fi rst and second place prizes for the Assistant Editor/Copy West Point children, in grades top decorations in four grade brackets. The prizes, courtesy of 1-8, can submit a decoration a grant from the Women’s Club, are PX gift cards. Ever dream of a green Christmas? constructed with at least “The West Point Women’s Club is excited to be a part of The first Recycled Holiday 50 percent recycled or such a wonderful holiday contest that supports recycling,” Decoration Contest invites West Point natural products, such Amy LaGrange, WPWC 1st Vice President, said. “The West youth to stay earth-conscious this as wrapping paper, Point children have a great opportunity to show off their holiday season by creating a decoration pine cones, seeds and creativity by making a recycled holiday decoration. Recycling using recycled material. used greeting cards. is hopefully something we are already doing, but the contest “The holidays generate lots of trash DPW teamed allows children to get involved and be environmentally in wrapping paper, boxes and discarding with the Balfour conscious as well.” of old lights, appliances and toys,” Martha Beatty Communities The deadline for entries is Dec. 10, and decorations must Hinote, Directorate of Public Works, said. Lifeworks Program and be submitted to the West Point Elementary School, Middle “We wanted to fi nd a way to energize the kids the West Point’s Women’s Club to School or Balfour Beatty Lifeworks Offi ce. into thinking about turning trash into treasures. establish this inaugural contest. In this season of For rules and further instruction, visit www. The idea of holiday decorations from recyclables and giving, Hinote said giving back to the earth is one of the best westpointfamilyhousing.com and click on the fl yer in the natural items seems to fi t what we are trying to do, while gifts around, and children will be rewarded for their effort. events section. Big thanks on the menu for Cadet Mess Hall staff By Firsties Christina Tamayo pass through here over the years.” and Tjolanda Sullivan Janvier, originally from Haiti, has Special to the Pointer View worked at the academy for nearly 11 years. While up on the Poop Deck, she The U.S. Corps of Cadets said a big was nearly in tears and couldn’t help but thanks to the Mess Hall staff Nov. 18 during wave enthusiastically down at the Corps the second annual Mess Hall Appreciation of Cadets. She told the cadets at her table Day. The Mess Hall staff ensures that that she loved her job and truly enjoyed breakfast, lunch and dinner is provided working with cadets. daily for roughly 4,700 members of the First Captain Marc Beaudoin, the Corps with some shifts starting as early Regimental Commanders and the Respect as 3 a.m. staff ate lunch with the awardees and The Respect Staff organized a lunch- presented them with certifi cates recognizing time ceremony recognizing several their excellent performance and the Mess outstanding Mess Hall workers to include Hall’s outstanding service to the Corps of cooks Early Skates, Marie Janvier, Nelson Cadets. Arroyo, Redrequis Ward and Michael “It was really great to be able to say Lynch. Also recognized were Lawrence thank you to all the workers who keep Coleman (Inspector), Augustine Guerriero this Mess Hall running,” Respect Captain (Material Handler) and Zachary Gillion Christina Tamayo said. “People are in here (Baker). 24 hours a day and you see workers leaving All the recognized workers were treated at 6 a.m., knowing they started the previous to recognition at the top of the Poop afternoon. Because many of these workers Deck where the Corps demonstrated their are behind the scenes, cadets don’t really Mess Hall staff shared a meal with the Corps of Cadets Nov. 18 during the second appreciation with a thunderous and rowdy get to interact with the workers and say annual Mess Hall Appreciation Day. courTeSy PhoTo cheer. thank you. This day is the least that we “I’ve worked here for 29 years … I can offer to say thanks for the Mess Hall love what I do and the cadets are great,” staff’s dedication and positive impact on Skates said. “I’ve seen so many of them the Corps’ quality of life.”

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www.fl ickr.com/photos/west_point/sets/ Pointer View News and Features December 2, 2010 5 Getting ‘stick-time’ at Sikorsky Story and photo by Maj. Jim Schreiner “The attention to detail in quality assurance and safety Department of Systems Engineering standards is really impressive,” Firstie Jacob Economy said. At the end of the production line portion of the tour, a On Nov. 17-18, more than 140 cadets and faculty visited group of test pilots and active duty Army aviators greeted the Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation’s main production factory in cadets and described the series of tests aircrafts go through Stratford, Conn., as a part of their Department of Systems before the Army accepts them. Engineering Project Management (EM411) and Supply Chain Cadets were able to climb aboard and ask questions about Management (SM482) course curriculums. the new modifi cations based on years of upgrades derived A comprehensive overview on how Sikorsky has remained from lessons learned in Iraq and Afghanistan operations. a leader in the aviation industry was provided by the host, Perhaps the highlight of the tour included a visit to the retired Col. Mike Mudd, Class of 1980, and now a key leader UH-60M simulator lab, where multiple cadets fl ew the aircraft in SAC as a liaison to the U.S. military. and received tips from actual test pilots, most of whom have A large portion of the cadets who attended the trip were logged signifi cant combat fl ight hours. recently selected on branch night as future Army aviators. Most cadets experienced at least two to three minutes Since 1939, when Igor Sikorsky fi rst tested rotary wing each in the simulator. aircraft on Long Island, Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. has been an “The upgrades that the UH-60M model have are extremely industry leader in aviation and inextricably linked to the U.S. positive compared to what I used to work on,” Firstie Travis Military’s ability to conduct operations to the highest standard. Corker, a prior enlisted aviation mechanic who has just Sikorsky aircraft have been an integral part of maneuvering recently been selected by the Aviation branch, said. and saving lives on the battlefi eld since the Korean War. The tour ended with a couple of in-depth briefi ngs on the Firsties Nicholas LaPlante (left) and Sean Boniface The focus of the factory tour was on the UH-60M Black leadership and strategic vision of Sikorsky and the Sikorsky (right) attempt to keep control of the Black Hawk Hawk helicopter and its variations. Each cadet was able to Corp., how the company manages its supply chain and how simulator. experience the main production lines, how the company the program management offi ces track earned value for the The Sikorsky trip has become an extremely anticipated tracks earned value in each airframe and engage with project company and their stakeholders. event for EM411 and SM482 cadets and accomplishes the managers, operations managers and technicians during the It is the second time in two years that the Department of underlying task of every DSE course—to bring world class four-hour tour. Systems Engineering has been welcomed by Sikorsky. relevancy to the classroom. Toys for Tots serves West Point Families By Tommy Gilligan Corps Reserve mission, other branches of the Armed Forces community distribution centers that will only help out our Assistant Editor/Photos have become involved. At West Point, Provost Marshal Sgt. community.” Maj. Franklin Blanche and U.S. Marine Corps Maj. James Even though Toys for Tots is a national organization, the The Toys for Tots charity has been an American fi xture Redding teamed up in 2008 to start the Toys for Tots drive efforts and donations that a local community provides goes since World War II when the wife of Marine Corps Reserve on post. directly back to those in need within the community it was Maj. William L. Hendricks tried to fi nd an organization to Originally, there was concern from the community that donated from, Blanche said. donate a doll. supporting the Toys For Tots drive would detract from the Unwrapped toys can be donated to the Toys For Tots Finding nothing suitable, Hendricks soon gathered a fund-raising efforts already established, but when Redding and receptacle inside the Military Police Station, Bldg. 621, before group of local Marine reservists and collected more than Blanche explained it would only help the local community, Dec. 15. This allows the organizers to properly distribute the 5,000 toys to donate to underprivileged children. From efforts all objections subsided. toys to Families and organizations that have put in requests. incorporated with Warner Brothers Studios, the charity went “The toys that we collect are for our community here at For details about Toys for Tots, go to www.toysfortots.org national and has not looked back since. West Point,” Blanche said. “From what we collect, we give or contact Blanche at [email protected]. Even though Toys For Tots has primarily been a Marine to the Holiday Tree at the post exchange and other local Get more Pointer View Online Available online at www.pointerview.com  Become a fan at: www.facebook.com/

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 com/photos/west_point/sets/ 6 December 2, 2010 News and Features Pointer View Experience new technology at annual MILCHEM event By Mike Strasser at the crossroads of chemistry and the Assistant Editor/Copy warfighter. C&LS faculty will engage cadets Demonstration Location Dec. 9 Dec. 10 The Department of Chemistry and Life enrolled in the General Chemistry course Science, in conjunction with the annual on a variety of topics, to include emerging IED Detection Robots BH 4th Floor 11 a.m.-noon 9:50 a.m.-noon Military Applications of Chemistry energy technology on the battlefield, East Hallway 1-3 p.m. (MILCHEM) lecture, invites academy domestic and military equipment related cadets and faculty to some hands-on to chemical and biological threats and the experience with the latest technology. Javelin anti-armor missile system. 9th Area Medical Laboratory/ BH 409 11 a.m.-noon 9:50 a.m.-noon Demonstrations inside Bartlett Hall According to Maj. James Gifford, Medical Research and Material 1-3 p.m. and on Thayer Walk are scheduled for C&LS instructor, the lecture is not simply Command Dec. 9-10 (see schedule) and subject a culmination of general chemistry but matter experts will be available to answer a realistic application of everything 2nd Civil Support Team/ BH 416 11 a.m.-noon 9:50 a.m.-noon questions about the equipment and its cadets have learned in general chemistry. military applications. Displays from the Combining the lecture with an array of Equipment Thayer Walkway 1-3 p.m. Engineer Research and Development demonstrations essentially allows cadets Center and American Innovations are to see chemistry in action, Dr. Elizabeth Javelin/ BH 410 11 a.m.-noon 9:50 a.m.-noon among the highlights. Mentis, chemistry instructor, said. Engineer R&D Center 1-3 p.m. “MILCHEM highlights new “The MILCHEM lecture is nested in American Innovations technologies that cadets will see and our course goals of developing scientific use as new lieutenants in the Army,” literacy in cadets and highlighting Capt. Dereck Wilson, C&LS instructor, military applications of chemistry,” Maj. NBCRV Stryker Thayer Walkway 11 a.m.-noon 9:50 a.m.-noon said. “They need to be aware of these Andrew Kick, C&LS instructor, said. 1-3 p.m. technologies and the basic chemistry “The cadets can not only read and hear behind them.” about these applications, but are able to NETT Warrior/Fuel Cells/ BH414 11 a.m.-noon 9:50 a.m.-noon The MILCHEM lecture is intended to touch them and imagine how they will Solar Panel 1-3 p.m. promote scientific literacy and relevancy use them when they lead a platoon in using current and emerging technologies the future.” WP custodial services will switch to day shifts By Mike Strasser said the day shift will generally start, with Assistant Editor/Copy a few exceptions, at 10 a.m. in the academic buildings, while crews working barracks Starting Monday, West Point Directorate buildings begin at 6:45 a.m. of Public Works is changing custodial services “(Within academic buildings) custodians across West Point. will be primarily working the halls, latrines and The majority of services now performed office spaces during day and hold classroom in the evening will transition to day shift, cleaning toward the evening part of their day,” according to Matt Talaber, USMA engineer with Fowler said. “We will try not to interrupt DPW. He said the goal of the consolidation of academic training.” custodial shifts is to improve customer service. An early start in the barracks buildings “Consolidation allows for improved allows custodial staff to clean while cadets customer communication, the ability to are in class; then later in the afternoon a leverage a larger force that will now be concentrated effort will be made to remove available at the same time, standardization trash. of services and greater support for custodial Custodian crews in administrative buildings workers and custodial supervisors,” Talaber will work a 7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. shift. said. “Custodians will start the same time most Customers will notice more custodial employees start,” Fowler said about work in activity during the day and are asked to the administrative buildings. “Expect short provide custodians access when they are interruptions while they cycle through the working and raise any concerns to custodial offices. Once the team enters an office space management. The new custodial organization they will sweep or vacuum and remove trash will be enhanced with additional supervisors as quickly as possible. Bathrooms will be Getting facts at annual Health Fair and quality assurance personnel. cleaned during the duty day, so expect some Talaber said some growing pains are to be inconvenience.” The 2010 annual Federal Employee Health Benefits fair was held at expected during this transition for both the As with any change in routine, it will take Eisenhower Hall's Grand Ballroom Nov. 18. Several health insurance custodial staff and building personnel affected time for both parties to become accustomed to companies, such as Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare Vision, by the change. the new program, Fowler said. MVP health plan and more explained to civilian employees and retirees “We will monitor the change, elicit feedback “Remember that the custodians are about the several different plans available to them. and adjust as required,” Talaber said. government workers also,” Fowler said. “They Kathy Eastwood/PV Marc Fowler, DPW operations officer, are here to perform their custodial duties.” 8 December 2, 2010 News and Features—Brigade Championships December 2, 2010 9 VVictorsictors eemergemerge ttoo ffaceace Navy’sNavy’s bestbest

hirty-two companies of cadets competed all 23, cadets battled at Daly Field in football, soccer, Ultimate Tseason to claim championship trophies and the Frisbee and inside Arvin Cadet Physical Dvelopment chance to represent the U.S. Military Academy Center in team handball, basketball and wrestling. To see against rival U.S. Naval Academy teams Tuesday (see more, visit our Flickr album at: http://www.fl ickr.com/ next week’s Pointer View for results). From regular season photos/west_point/. contests, playoffs and fi nally championship games Nov. 22- Go Army, Beat Navy!

The G-1 Greeks earned the brigade championship trophy Nov. 23 against the B-3 Bandits wrestling team at Arvin Cadet Physical Development Center. SGT. VINCENT FUSCO/WEST POINT PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE The C-3 Gamecocks earned the brigade championship trophy Nov. 22 in double overtime against the F-1 Firehouse tackle football team at Daly Field. Brigade Championship Week is the culminating event for the Fall company athletic season when 32 companies compete throughout the regular season, advance through the playoffs and determine who will ultimately face their Navy counterparts during Army-Navy Week. All but the wrestling and tackle football champs have opponents to compete The D-2 Dragons earned the brigade against at Annapolis. championship trophy Nov. 22 against the G-4 A week earlier, a flag Guppies team handball 24-22 at the Arvin football champion team Cadet Physical Development Center. Brigade was named to face their Championship Week is the culminating event Naval Academy rivals. for the Fall company athletic season when The C-4 Cowboys earned the brigade championship trophy Nov. 22 defeating E-2 Dawgs MIKE STRASSER/PV 32 companies compete throughout the basketball team 38-23 at the Arvin Cadet Physical Development Center. TOMMY GILLIGAN/PV regular season, advance through the playoffs and determine who will ultimately face their The C-3 Gamecocks earned the brigade soccer championship trophy Nov. 23 by defeating Navy counterparts during Army-Navy Week. D-1 Ducks 2-0 under the lights on Daly Field during Brigade Championship Week. TOMMY GILLIGAN/PV TOMMY GILLIGAN/PV 10 December 2, 2010 At Your Leisure Pointer View FMWR Blurbs CYSS Fall/Winter SKIES classes are several Employment Readiness Workshops Art EDGE! Intro to Linocut Activities include movie trivia, arts and ongoing in December. The workshops include: The Art EDGE! Intro to Linocut program crafts and Wii Sports. There is a minimal cost Child, Youth and School Age Services • 9-11 a.m. Tuesday—Ten Steps to a is free for children in grades 6-12. for this event. offers study skills for middle school students Federal Career. Learn Kathryn Troutman’s 10- Classes will be held Wednesdays through To make reservations, call 938-0942. (grades 6-8) from 7-7:45 p.m. Tuesdays step method to obtaining federal employment; Dec. 15 at the Youth Center. through Feb. 1. • 3-4:30 p.m. Dec. 10—Interview Linocut classes are taught by FMWR Art Family Spaghetti Night Study skills for high school students and Dress for Success. Discuss interview Specialist Maggie Oakes. The West Point Club presents a Family (grades 6-8) takes place from 1:50-2:25 p.m. procedures, types and questions. Also discuss Enroll at Parent Central (Lee CDC behind Spaghetti Night from 5:30-8 p.m. Dec. 9. Tuesdays through Feb. 1 held at the James appropriate attire for interviews and the Subway) or call 938-4458. Enjoy fine Italian dining in the Club’s O’Neill High School library. workplace; Pierce Dining Room. The CYSS SKIES program offers many • 9:30-10:30 a.m. Dec. 13—Career Plan Fit EDGE! Fitness Rangers To make a reservation, call 938-5120. dance, arts and crafts programs as well. A list Development. Learn a step-by-step method The Fit EDGE! Fitness Rangers program of all the SKIES programs can be found at toward developing your career identity, consists of six classes and is open to children West Point Community Project Angel westpointmwr.com. conducting a skill assessment and finding in grades 3-5 at the Lee Area CDC. Tree All classes will be held at the Lee Area employment opportunities. Classes will be held Mondays and Fridays The West Point Community Project Angel Child Development Center, Bldg. 140, or All workshops take place in the ACS through Dec. 17. Tree is ongoing through Dec. 13 at the West otherwise noted. Training Room in Bldg. 622. Students will learn stretching, relays, Point PX. For more information or to register, call For more information, call 938-5658. aerobics, jump rope, kickboxing and Zumba. Pick a decoration with the age and gender 938-8893. Enroll at CYSS Parent Central at 938- of a West Point child and purchase an age SFAC Training Seminars 4458. appropriate gift. Spinning Class Training for Race Week The Soldier and Family Assistance Center Put the gift and the decoration from the Come to the FMWR Fitness Center and and the Warrior Transition Unit Training FMWR Community Skate Program tree in the box and make a child’s Christmas join the spin team for a five-week training Seminars are scheduled at 1 p.m. Thursdays The FMWR Community Skate Program morning special. program for Race Week. in the SFAC Common Area. begins Sunday at and continues For more information, call 938-6497. This training program is ongoing by The upcoming seminars include: every Sunday through Feb. 27. taking any of the spinning classes offered at • Dec. 9, Holiday Finances; Program hours are 3:30-5:15 p.m. West Point Community Holiday Party the Fitness Center. • Dec. 16, SFAC Holiday party (held at Admission is free, but patrons must The West Point Club would like to host Race Week will be held Saturday through ACS, Bldg. 622). provide their own skates. your holiday department party from 2-8 p.m. Dec. 10. For more information, call 938-0632. In case of inclement weather, patrons can Dec. 16 in the Grand Ballroom. For more information, call 938-6490. call the FMWR information tape at 938-2991 There will be a holiday buffet with music Big Game Hunting Season for updates for that day. and dancing. Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Sign-outs and permit sales for Big Game Reserve your department tables today. FMWR presents West Point’s annual Hunting Season take place from 5 a.m.-5 p.m. FMWR Fitness Center now offers To make reservations, call 938-5120. Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6 p.m. through Dec. 12 at the Victor Constant Ski Pilates classes Monday at Daly Field. Slope Rental Building, Route 218. The FMWR Fitness Center will offer both DODEA Survey Parking will be available at Clinton Lot. For more information, call 938-8810. private and duet Pilates training classes. The Department of Defense Education There will be holiday caroling and a To set up an appointment, call Tara Activity will administer its Customer special guest appearance by Santa Claus. Tickets for the Radio City Christmas Gregorio at (617) 512-9501. Satisfaction Survey through Dec. 15. There will be performances by the Spectacular The CSS provides valuable feedback to Protestant Cadet Chapel Choir and the The holiday’s hottest tickets have arrived DODEA from its most important customers Regimental Brass Quartet of the West Point and are now on sale at Leisure Travel —students and parents—about the quality Band. After the ceremony, refreshments are Services, Bldg. 683 (inside the FMWR of education it provides and areas needing available at the West Point Club. Fitness Center). Show dates are: School Age Center Night improvement. For more information, call 938-6497. • 5 p.m., Dec. 13 show—2nd Mezzanine There is a School Age Center Night from The survey takes approximately 20 (bus leaves LTS at 1 p.m.); 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday at the Lee Area CDC minutes to complete and is available online at ACS Employment Readiness • 5 p.m., Dec. 16 show—2nd Mezzanine for children in grades 3-5. www.dodea.edu. Once on the website, click Workshops (bus leaves LTS at 1 p.m.); The theme for this event will be “Pajama on the Customer Satisfaction Survey graphic Army Community Service is offering For more information, call 938-3601. Party.” to complete the sponsor’s survey. Pointer View At Your Leisure December 2, 2010 11 What’s Happening WPWC Gift Shoppe closes at 3 p.m.; PWOC Christmas program The West Point Women’s Club Gift Shoppe is open from • Christmas (Dec. 25), closed; The Protestant Women of the Chapel presents a Christmas 10 a.m.-5 p.m. every Wednesday. • New Year’s Day (Jan. 1), closed. program called “No Eye Had Seen” at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Also, stop by the Shoppe’s holiday shopping day from 10 the Post Chapel. a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. Weekend Sales Associates needed Enjoy Christmas caroling and other festivities as the The Gift Shoppe will not be opened on Wednesdays in The DUSA Gift Shop located at the West Point Museum Christmas season begins. January. is in need of weekend sales associates. For more information, contact Carmen Huggins at 926- Applications are available in the Gift Shop. 1965 or Christie Whittle at 839-0122. USAG Prayer Luncheon For more information, call Tanisha McInerney at 446- The USAG prayer luncheon is 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 0566. Garrison Retirement Ceremony Wednesday at the West Point Club’s Grand Ballroom. There will be a Garrison Retirement Ceremony at 3:30 For more information, contact the Jewish Chaplain’s p.m. Dec. 9 at Crest Hall in Eisenhower Hall. Office at 938-2710, Protestant Chaplain’s Office at 938-2003 Everyone is invited to attend. or the Catholic Chaplain’s Office at 938-8761. Book signings Hanukkah activities This Week in Army Football Two book signings take place Friday at the West Point The eight-day Jewish festival of lights known as Hanukkah The “This Week in Army Football” radio show takes place Bookstore on the fourth floor of Thayer Hall. runs through Dec. 9. Each night, the Jewish Chapel lights a at the Cadet First Class Club from 7-8 p.m. Wednesday. Author Richard Barlow Adams, Class of 1967, will sign candle on the Menorah until all eight burn brightly on the The show, hosted by Rich DeMarco, previews Army his book “The Parting: A Story of West Point on the Eve of final day. football’s upcoming game with head coach Rich Ellerson. the Civil War” from 1-3:30 p.m. To celebrate Hanukkah, there will be a Chapel Hanukkah Fans in the audience have the opportunity to ask questions Author Shannon Meehan will sign his book “Beyond party and Menorah lighting ceremony held at 6:30 p.m. and win prizes. Duty: Life on the Front Line in Iraq” from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Tuesday at the . The chapel is There are complimentary food and drink specials. It’s open located at 750 Merritt Road. to staff and faculty, cadets, civilians and all Army football fans. West Point Strings Winter Concert For more informaiton, call the chapel staff at 938-2710. The U.S. Military Academy Cadet String Ensemble Winter West Point Commissary holiday hours Concert takes place at 3 p.m. Saturday in the Haig Room of Gift Shop sale During the holiday season, the West Point Commissary Jefferson Library. The West Point Gift Shop, located in the Visitors Center, will be closed on certain dates. The program features a variety of traditional and will have its annual 30 percent off sale Dec. 15. Store hours The following dates are as follows: contemporary holiday selections. are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and the sale is only for in-store purchases. • Christmas Eve (Dec. 24), open at normal time, but The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 446-3085. Christmas and Carols Service The West Point Post Chapel is hosting a Christmas and Keller Corner Carols Service at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 19. Flu vaccine schedule Medical Emergency Flu vaccines are now available for all TRICARE If you have a Medical Emergency, call 911. beneficiaries, during the hours of 8-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday Command Channel 8/23 and 1-4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday in the KACH Holiday Closures KACH Immunization Clinic. All outpatient clinics, laboratory, pharmacy and radiology Dec. 2-9 will be closed: Army Newswatch The Point Blood Drive Kickoff Campaign meeting • Dec. 17—Closing at 11 a.m.; (broadcast times) (broadcast times) There will be a kickoff campaign meeting from 10-11:30 • Dec. 24—Christmas holiday observed; Thursday, Friday and Thursday, Friday and a.m. Friday in the Army Education Center, Bldg. 683, Training • Dec. 27—Training holiday; Monday through Monday through Room #10, in preparation for the upcoming Armed Services • Dec. 31—New Years Day observed; Dec. 9 Dec. 9 Blood Program’s Blood Drive. • Jan. 3—Training holiday. 8:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 8 a.m., 10 a.m., The drive is Jan. 10-13. Request that appointed key The emergency room will remain open. 7 p.m. 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. personnel from each activity attend this meeting. Provide the names of those attending to Mary Mandia at West Point MEDDAC #1 in Patient Satisfaction 938-2583 or via e-mail at [email protected] on West Point MEDDAC recently ranked #1 for Overall or before Friday. Patient Satisfaction in the Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey for the month of November in the North Atlantic Mammograms Regional Medical Command . The Keller Army Community Hospital Mammography There are nine military treatment facilities in NARMC. section upgrade is complete. If you were due for a Congratulations to all of the staff at Keller Army Community mammogram in September, October or November and have Hospital. Make sure to fill out your patient satisfaction survey seen your HCP for a mammography order, call 938-2714 to when you receive it in the mail. We value your comments schedule your exam. and suggestions. 12 December 2, 2010 At Your Leisure Pointer View UPCOMING IKE HALL SHOWS DPW CONSTRUCTION SHARP • Dec. 12, 3 p.m.—Cats. This is a last minute change The members of the Sexual in the Ike Hall schedule. Tickets are on sale now at Harassment/Assault Response and Ikehall.com, the box office or call Telecharge at 800- UPDATE Prevention program are Lt. Col. Kay 233-3123. Emerson, Shelley Ariosto (Garrison), Masonry repairs to Bldg. 639 continues. Work is approximately Dan Toohey (Victim Advocate), Maj. • Missy Rosol (USCC), Lt. Col. Kim 95 percent complete; Kawamoto (ODIA) and Bernadette • Elevator upgrades to the south elevator in Thayer Hall (Bldg. Ortland (Dean). Community members 601) is 25 percent complete. We anticipate that work will be completed can e-mail Emerson at Kay.Emerson@ by end of December; usma.edu for advice or to offer any recommendations on the program here. • Replacement of the sidewalk along Thayer Road, in front of the Cadets also can call the sexual assault is 90 percent complete; support helpline at 845-591-7215. West • The temporary blocking of four CPA parking spaces behind Point Soldiers and civilians needing Lincoln Hall is expected to continue until Dec. 13. assistance can call 938-3369. 2010 Holiday now ShowinG Luncheon concert in the movie theater at Mahan Hall, Bldg. 752. The 2010 Holiday Luncheon concert Friday—Life As We Know, PG-13, 7:30 p.m.

takes place at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 16 at 2 Page See SUDOKU SOLUTION, the Thayer Hotel. The West Point/ Saturday—Secretariat, PG, 7:30 p.m. Highland Falls Rotary Club invites Saturday—The Social Network, PG-13, the community to the event that in- 9:30 p.m. cludes the O’Neill High School Se- THE THEATER SCHEDULE ALSO CAN BE FOUND AT lect Chorus. To make reservations, call Charlie Murphy at 446-7704. www.aaFeS.com. Pointer View Army and Community Sports December 2, 2010 13 Leets, Omilusik help Army down Niagara 4-1 By Ryan Yanoshak Army Athletic Communications

Yearling goaltender Ryan Leets made 34 saves in his first Association start Nov. 27 as Army downed Niagara, 4-1, at Tate Rink. Leets, in only his second career start, made 14 saves in the first period, 12 in the second and eight in the final minutes to backstop Army’s victory. Firstie forward Cody Omilusik scored twice, Yearling forwards Andy Starczewski and Mike Santee netted goals and Cow forward Danny Colvin collected three assists to help the Black Knights improve to 4-7-1 overall and 3-6-1 in league games. Cow forward Mike Hull posted two assists while Yearling defensemen John Clark and Cheyne Rocha were also credited with assists. Niagara had won three straight games, including a 4-1 victory Nov. 26 and moved into second place in the conference standings, but fell to 8-5-2 overall and 6-3-0 in league games. Army took 28 shots on goal and hit two posts on the way to securing four goals. “Goals have been hard to come by for us this season,” Army head coach said. “One of the great things about a two-game series is the opportunity to come back that second night, 24 hours later and maybe play a little better.” Santee’s goal turned out to be the game-winner and came after the referees discussed it with the goal judge. Niagara jumped out to a 1-0 lead eight minutes into the contest with Bryan Haczyk netting his ninth goal of the season. Army answered three minutes later. With a Niagara player Firstie forward Cody Omilusik scored twice, including his team-leading sixth goal of the season, to help off for delay of game, Starczewski knotted the contest at Army defeat Niagara 4-1 Nov. 27 at Tate Rink. 1-1 with his fourth goal of the season. Hull and Starczewski net for his second power play goal of the season. sixth goal this season. exchanged passes before Starczewski found the back of the Army had a chance to extend its lead in the second period, Leets, who beat Massachusetts in his only other career generating 15 shots on goal, including Cow start, was tested early and often in the physical contest, but forward Mark Dube hitting the post. allowed few rebounds and improved to 2-0-0 in his career. Santee finally did put the Black Knights “Anyone who watched Friday’s game might have thought on top with his fourth goal of the season. we were in trouble tonight,” Riley said. “Leets stepped up Clark chipped the puck to Colvin who skated tonight and gave us a chance to win against a very good in on goal and fed Santee cutting on the other Niagara team. He was up for the challenge tonight.” end of the goalie. While Santee’s original Army will play just once this weekend, hosting Colgate shot was not ruled a goal, it was at the first in a non-conference game at 7:05 p.m. Saturday at Tate Rink. stoppage when the referees conferred with the goal judge. Video replays after the period showed Santee going high on the goalie and moving Sports calendar his water bottle for a 2-1 lead. It was Santee’s third goal in his last four games and second Dec. 2-11 in as many games. Clark picked up his fifth Corps of the season while Colvin added to his team- leading total of six. It also marked Colvin’s Saturday—Women’s Basketball vs. , seventh point in his last four games. , 5 p.m. “When you look at the video, you can see it go underneath the crossbar,” Riley said. Saturday—Hockey vs. Colgate, Tate Rink, 7:05 p.m. In the third period, Omilusik picked up a point in his fourth straight contest with Dec. 10—Hockey vs. Bentley, Tate Rink, 7:05 p.m. his fifth goal of the season, converting crisp passes from Hull and Colvin 11:12 into the Dec. 11—Football vs. Navy in , Lincoln final period. It was Omilusik’s 11th point this Financial Field, 2:30 p.m. (Televised: CBS) season and the second assist of the game for Hull and Colvin. Club Omilusik closed the scoring with an empty net tally. Niagara pulled goalie Chris Saturday—Pistol vs. Yale, Tronsrue Marksmanship Noonan (24 saves) with just under two Center, 8 a.m. minutes left to play. After Santee won the Yearling forward Mike Santee scored his third goal of the season, faceoff in the Army end, Rocha collected Sunday—Skeet & Trap vs. Yale, Range 10, 10 a.m. which turned out to be the game-winning goal, in Army’s 4-1 win the puck, moved it to Colvin who went cross over Niagara. Photos By Eric S. Bartelt/PV ice to Omilusik. Omilusik’s slapshot was his Dec. 10—Boxing at Navy, Annapolis, Md., 4 p.m. 14 December 2, 2010 Army and Community Sports Pointer View Anthony scores 12, staunch defense helps Army stifle St. Francis (N.Y.) By Tracy Nelson points and 34 overall en route to collecting a three blocked shots as the Black Knights guard Nalini Hawkins in producing a game- Army Athletic Communications convincing 57-34 win over the Terriers Nov. improved to 2-3 on the season. high three assists. 27 at Christl Arena. The staunch defensive performance will Army shot 36 percent (25-for-69) for the The Army women’s basketball team held Firstie forward Erin Anthony led all go down in the Army record books as the game and enjoyed a balanced offensive effort visiting St. Francis (N.Y.) to 11 first-half players with 12 points, eight rebounds and third-best effort ever against a Division I with 11 different players scoring. opponent. Yearling guard Molly Yardley, who made The Black Knights held Cornell to 19 her first start of the season, tallied seven points in 1980-81 and, most recently, yielded points, while Yearling forward Anna Simmers just 33 points to visiting Presbyterian in added a career-high six points off the bench. 2008-09. The Black Knights made a statement early Army (2-3) led the game from wire-to- in the game, jumping out to a 12-4 lead over wire for the first time this season and handed the first 6:40 of play. Army scored the first a winless St. Francis club its fourth loss of six points of the contest thanks to a Baranek the year. The Black Knight defense forced 28 bucket followed by consecutive Anthony Terrier turnovers, which the Black Knights layups in the first 1:32. converted into 30 points on the game. Army A three-pointer from St. Francis’ Jacinda also held St. Francis without a field goal for Williams at the 10:39 mark in the first half a 13:09 stretch spanning the first and second cut the deficit to single digits (14-7) for the halves. Terriers. That would be the Terriers last field “This was a great win for us and one that goal of the first half as they tallied their final we really needed at this point,” head coach four points of the half from the free throw line. Dave Magarity said. “I was really happy with Army, meanwhile, led by as many as 19 our performance on the defensive end. We (28-9) with 34 seconds remaining and entered need to build on this and keep improving.” intermission with a commanding 28-11 lead. Anthony shot 6-for-10 from the field The Black Knights defense continued to and pulled down all eight of her rebounds in buckle the Terriers to start the second half. the second half. She added two steals in 26 St. Francis (N.Y.) did not score its first minutes on the court. point of the second half until the 11:01 mark “Erin was terrific tonight with her when Kim Snauwaert hit the back end of two rebounding and blocked shots,” Magarity free throws. said. “She’s somebody that we rely on very Army took its largest lead of the game heavily and she knows it. If there’s anybody (47-12) on a Simmers layup with 8:46 to go, that can handle that, it’s Erin. She’s unselfish while St. Francis’ Autumn Lau drilled a three- to a fault, but we need her to be a little more pointer 16 seconds later to mark the Terriers’ Firstie Erin Anthony led all scorers with 12 points and added eight rebounds selfish offensively. Today was a good start.” first field goal of the half. and three blocked shots in Army’s 57-34 win over St. Francis (N.Y.) Nov. 27 at Firstie guard/forward Laura Baranek The Black Knights proceeded to hold at Christl Arena. Eric S. Bartelt/PV totaled eight points and joined classmate least a 21-point advantage from there. TAC NCOs score late, earn 19-12 Turkey Bowl victory Sgt. 1st Class Michael McClendon steps into the end zone in the final minute of the Turkey Bowl game, propelling the Tactical Noncommissioned Officers to a 19-12 victory over the Tactical Officers Nov. 23 in Shea Stadium. Despite a valiant comeback by the officers, led by Col. Mark McKearn, Brigade Tacical Officer, the TAC NCOs earned their first victory since the inception of the Turkey Bowl four years ago. Tommy Gilligan/PV 16 December 2, 2010 Army and Community Sports Pointer View Army accepts Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl bid

By Brian Gunning Soldiers and their Families from program that our players and coaches have Army Athletic Communications as well as from other military installations worked extremely hard to make happen.” in the state of Texas, and we’re thrilled they Tickets for the game can be purchased FORT WORTH, Texas—The Army will have an opportunity to see the Army online at www.goARMYsports.com or football team has accepted its first postseason team in action.” by calling the Army Athletics box office at bid since 1996 Tuesday, securing a spot in the The Black Knights secured the bid after 1-877-TIX-ARMY. 2010 Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl at last weekend’s results guaranteed that TCU The Army Athletic Association would Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas Dec. 30. will play in a Bowl Championship Series like to emphasize the importance of Black The Black Knights (6-5) will face a yet- game. The Mountain West Conference has Knight fans purchasing their tickets through to-be-determined opponent from Conference four other schools (Utah, 10-2; San Diego the West Point allotment. Not only does it USA. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:05 p.m. State, 8-4; Air Force, 8-4; and BYU, 6-6) to guarantee a seat in the Army section with with a national television broadcast on ESPN. fill the league’s five guaranteed bowl berths, other Black Knights supporters, but also helps “West Point is proud and excited to leaving an opening for Army, which signed Army maximize the full benefit of playing in accept an invitation to the Bell Helicopter a secondary tie-in agreement with the Armed a postseason game. Armed Forces Bowl,” U.S. Military Academy Forces Bowl last April. In addition, the Bell Helicopter Armed Superintendent Lt. Gen. David H. Huntoon, “We are excited about representing the Forces Bowl declared that its tickets have been Army accepts its first bowl bid since Jr. said. “We have a great football team of U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Army sold out leaving only the two participating 1996 as the team will participate in the players and coaches who have played with in the Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl,” schools’ allotments available. Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl in head, heart and character, helping Army Army head coach Rich Ellerson said. “This is The Black Knights are 2-2 in four Dallas Dec. 30. Courtesy Graphic return to a postseason bowl game for the first an especially appropriate venue for our return previous bowl appearances. Army made its The Black Knights have lost their last time since 1996. to post season play. We take great pride in the postseason debut with a 10-6 victory over two bowl appearances by a total of four “We are especially honored to participate values and traditions of West Point, and the Michigan State in the 1984 Cherry Bowl points, falling 29-28 to Alabama in the 1988 in a bowl game that honors our men and Armed Forces Bowl presents a tremendous (Pontiac, Mich.), and followed that with a Sun Bowl (El Paso, Texas) and 32-29 versus women in uniform,” Huntoon added. “We opportunity to showcase them to the entire 31-29 win against Illinois in the 1985 Peach Auburn in the 1996 Independence Bowl know we’ll have a strong following from our nation. This represents a milestone for our Bowl (Atlanta, Ga.). (Shreveport, La.). Trimble, Homme named to Academic All-America Team By Army Athletic Communications On the field, Homme is the Black Knights’ snapper on both punts and field For the first time since 1990, the Army goals for the past two seasons. Also serving football team has placed two players as a reserve defensive end, Homme has on the ESPN Academic All-America one tackle this season and has three career Team as chosen by the College Sports stops. Information Directors of America. Firstie Trimble and Homme are the eighth defensive back Jordan Trimble was a first- and ninth Army football players to garner team selection, while Firstie defensive first- or second-team national honors since lineman Carson Homme was chosen to 1970 and the 16th and 17th Black Knights the Academic All-America Second Team. named an Academic All-America since the Trimble is the first Army player to program’s inception in 1952. In all, those earn first-team Academic All-America 17 players have copped 19 national citings. accolades since Brandon Perdue in 2001. With the duo’s selection to the ESPN He is the 13th Army player to earn the Academic All-America District 1 team prestigious distinction. earlier this season, 20 Army players have The Ashburn, Va., native boasts a 3.77 now gained district academic honors since grade point average while majoring in 1989. In all, Black Knight players have systems engineering. On the field, Trimble garnered 27 district citations during that has played in 10 games, making 34 tackles. span. He has intercepted one pass and broken up To be nominated for the Academic All- two other throws. Trimble has scored one America team, a student-athlete must be touchdown this season, taking a lateral at least a sophomore starter or significant following a teammate’s interception and reserve on his team with a 3.3 cumulative sprinting 42 yards for the score. grade point average. The District 1 team Trimble is one of three brothers to play includes all NCAA Division I schools football at West Point. His older brother, within the states of Connecticut, Maine, Jeremy, graduated in 2008 and finished Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New his career as Army’s all-time leader in York, Rhode Island and Vermont. District receptions, receiving yards and receiving honorees later become eligible for selection touchdowns. Homme earned second-team to the national Academic All-America team. accolades after posting a 3.92 GPA as The Black Knights are bowl eligible a mathematical sciences and American (6-5) for the first time since 1996, and will history major. In addition to his work in the conclude their regular-season on Dec. 11 in classroom, Homme serves as a regimental the annual Army-Navy Game presented by Firstie defensive back Jordan Trimble was chosen as a first-team selection on the commander and is responsible for leading USAA at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial ESPN Academic All-America Team. He is the first Army player to earn first-team approximately 1,000 members of the U.S. Field. The 2010 affair is the 111th meeting recognition since 2001. Firstie Carson Homme, defensive lineman, was chosen to Corps of Cadets. between the two rivals. the Academic All-America Second Team. Tommy Gilligan/PV