A publication of the 502nd Air Base Wing –

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH No. 33 • AUGUST 23, 2013

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INSIDE: LABOR DAY SAFETY, P2 ... DEPLOYMENT READINESS, P4 ... DRIVING IN WASHINGTON CIRCLE, P8 PAGE 2 WINGSPREAD AUGUST 23, 2013

Labor Day safety to conclude CDOS campaign ON THE COVER By Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade Randolph High School cross country Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs team athletes train for time during an early morning practice at the high As summer comes to a close, the Criti- school track Aug. 15 in preparation cal Days of Summer campaign is set to for their fi rst meet of the 2013 sea- conclude with Labor Day safety. son, Saturday. For the complete story, Labor Day symbolizes the end of sum- see page 11. Photo by Rich McFadden mer, the beginning of football season and a celebration for workers and their fami- lies, Staff Sgt. Gary Lund, 502nd Air Base Wing ground safety technician, said. Common recreational activities during this holiday can vary from barbecues to traveling and camping – all of which can be dangerous if the proper procedures to Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph manage one’s safety are not taken. Editorial Staff Lund said the usual risks of Labor Day Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta weekend include “long road trips, sum- JBSA/502nd Air Base Wing Commander mer hazards and alcohol consumption.” Todd G. White No matter what plans are in store for Photo by Staff Sgt. Daryl Knee JBSA/502nd ABW Public Affairs Director the holiday weekend, Joint Base San An- Volunteers barbecue hotdogs for families of deployed members during the 52nd Force Marilyn C. Holliday tonio members should always have a plan Support Squadron Airman and Family Readiness Center's Deployment Dinner Aug. 8 at JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs Chief and utilize the wingman, or battle buddy, the bowling alley pavilion. Airman 1st Class Lincoln Korver concept, Lund said. If one is planning on Editor leaving the local area, notify a second potential hazards include cooking food on rules,” Lund said. Airman 1st Class Kenna Jackson party and avoid traveling alone. or around open fl ames, and water mis- Travel preparation should include a Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade Alcohol consumption is a factor that haps. survival kit, vehicle tune-up, alternate Robert Goetz, Alex Salinas should be carefully considered and To lessen the danger of recreational ac- plans for bad weather and adequate Staff Writers planned around at all times. tivities during Labor Day weekend, Joyce rest, he said. Airmen age 26 and be- Maggie Armstrong “Use the wingman philosophy,” Marvin said to “maintain constant supervision.” low traveling long distances must fi ll Graphic Designer Joyce, 502nd ABW safety and occupa- “Make sure barbecue grills are in good out an Air Education and Training tional health specialist, said. “Watch over working condition and if participating in Form 29B. Soldiers should use the Wingspread Offi ce each other, know your limits, make a plan water activities, set safety rules for the Ground Risk Assessment Tool found 1150 5th Street East and designate a driver. If you’re going to whole group based on their swimming at http://safety.army.mil that will pro- JBSA-Randolph, 78150 drink, do so responsibly and drink enough capabilities,” he said. vide the user with an automated DA Phone: (210) 652-4410 water to stay hydrated.” While traveling to and from events Form 7566 that can be updated, saved Wingspread email Along with alcohol consumption, other or different areas, “follow all road and emailed. [email protected] Wingspread Advertisement Offi ce Prime Time Military Newspapers Airmen in historic military uniforms gather at the 2012 Air 2203 S. Hackberry Air Force Ball Force Ball. The 2013 San Antonio Air Force Ball takes place San Antonio, Texas 78210 Sept. 20 at the Grand Hyatt, 600 E. Market St. in San Anto- (210) 534-8848 nio. 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Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the and 1st Lt. Adam Staricha at 565-9251 for offi cers. To pay Public Affairs Offi ce of JBSA-Randolph. All photos, unless with a credit or debit card (with a $1.50 surcharge per ticket), otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air Force photos. click on http://2013afball.ecwid.com or https://www.facebook. The deadline for submissions is noon Wednesday the week prior to publication. All submissions can be emailed Photo by Don Lindsey com/SanAntonioAirForceBall. to [email protected]. AUGUST 23, 2013 WINGSPREAD PAGE 3 PAGE 4 WINGSPREAD AUGUST 23, 2013 NEWS JBSA deployment readiness centers update process By Robert Goetz said, “we’re operating under one readi- Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs ness cell while maintaining deployment capability and support at each location. Successfully streamlining processes We’re trying to make it as streamlined across all locations is one of the goals of as possible.” Joint Base San Antonio transformation. The Randolph facility, housed within For deployment readiness centers Hangar 71 following a renovation more at JBSA-Lackland and JBSA-Randolph, than three years ago, includes a state- that means a common deployment pro- of-the-art computer system, video cess with minimal effect on the customer, cameras to monitor deployment pro- Stafford James, JBSA installation deploy- cessing, a suite of briefing rooms for ment officer, said. deployers, a 10,000-square-foot area “The goal is to have a common stan- for mobility gear and a 3,200-square- dardized deployment process for the foot vault for weapon and ammunition entire JBSA enterprise,” he said. “We’re storage. establishing a deployment process work- “The IDRC manages command and ing group with mission partners to deter- control for deployment operations, mine best practices and the best location base support planning, support agree- to make sure the facility meets the needs ments and the Air Expeditionary Force of its customers.” Reporting Tool,” Alexander said. “All Photo by Joel Martinez Randolph’s 27,820-square-foot Del our taskings flow from DCAPES – the Curlie Alexander (right), 902nd Logistics Readiness Squadron alternate installation deploy- Toro Deployment Readiness Center on Deliberate Crisis Action Planning Ex- ment officer, assists Maj. Jason Kelly, 359th Aerospace Medial Squadron flight surgeon, the west flightline, which Curlie Alexan- ecution Segments computer system. Aug. 7 during the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph readiness center deployment line. der, alternate JBSA IDO, called “a one- With transformation, all the taskings stop shop” for deploying members, is now will come here and will be dispersed process now includes providing support pre-deployment planning for cargo move- serving as the joint base’s deployment to all locations.” to JBSA-. ment requirements.” headquarters – the installation deploy- Last year, facilities at Lackland and “We’re working with our Army part- Expertise and precision are required at ment readiness cell, or IDRC. Randolph processed more than 2,100 ners at Fort Sam Houston,” James said. each step of the deployment process. “As we move to transformation,” James deployers. With JBSA transformation, the “Right now we’re working with them in See READINESS P13 WWII bomber group vets reunite at JBSA-Randolph By Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade ences – relating past missions to current Air Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs Force operations. “My counsel is to be attentive, take World War II veterans and members of care of your fellow men and know what the 381st Bomb Group (Heavy) Memorial is right and wrong,” Alexander Strohm- Association observed pieces of aviation ayer, 381st BG and WWII veteran, said. history during their visit to Joint Base At one point, when the group was San Antonio-Randolph Aug. 9. still active, more than 8,000 service “We visited JBSA-Randolph's histor- members served with the 381st BG, ic buildings and learned about the cur- 619 of whom were killed in action, rent mission,” Dr. Kevin Wilson, group Wilson said. historian, said. “Many 381st veterans The memories of the group are cur- served at JBSA-Randolph either before rently shared by 750 members, which or after their deployment to England include veterans, descendants and (During WWII).” friends. After visiting the historic Taj Mahal, “There are great lessons to be learned Chapel 1, 560th and 99th Flying Training from these men,” Goodfellow said. “There Squadrons, the day concluded with a lun- are lessons of courage, how warriors should cheon hosted by Col. , act in combat and the importance of honor 12th Flying Training Wing commander. in what these veterans have done. They Photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade At the luncheon, Goodfellow spoke about faced tremendous odds, resulting in many Members of the 381st Bomb Group (Heavy) Memorial Association conclude their visit current Air Force bomber operations over- fighters not returning home; but those who to Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph with a luncheon hosted by Col. Gerald Goodfellow, seas, and throughout the day, the veterans are here now and those who have passed 12th Flying Training Wing commander, Aug. 9 at the Randolph Parr Club. shared personal stories, lessons and experi- will always be great examples.” AUGUST 23, 2013 WINGSPREAD PAGE 5 PAGE 6 WINGSPREAD AUGUST 23, 2013 ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ concludes youth programs’ theater camp By Robert Goetz the as well as 17 other Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs countries. Its mission is the development of life skills in children through participa- One of Joint Base San Antonio-Ran- tion in the performing arts. dolph Youth Programs’ most popular “It’s a big confidence builder for the summer camps concluded Aug. 16 when kids,” Tawsha Jones, one of the TADs some 60 students staged two perfor- who visited Randolph, said. “It’s a great mances of the centuries-old fairy tale experience for them.” “Jack and the Beanstalk.” Nick Wineman, another TAD who The performances were the culmina- paired with Jones to facilitate the camp, tion of a weeklong residency for two tour said the weeklong session can have a dra- actor/directors from the Missoula Chil- matic impact on children’s lives, allowing dren’s Theatre of Missoula, Mont., who some to shed their shyness and blossom provided students in grades 2-12 with all as performers. the tools they needed – from choreogra- “We see kids who are introverted get phy, costumes and props to lessons on up on stage and completely shock their acting, applying makeup and basic light- parents,” he said. ing – to stage the production at Fleenor Both Wineman and Jones, who are Auditorium. experienced actors, cut their teeth with “It’s an introduction to theater,” Delia the Missoula Children’s Theatre program Gonzalez, 902nd Force Support Squad- when they were younger. ron Youth Programs child and youth “We did this as kids,” Wineman said. program assistant, said. “It’s awesome “The experience of theater was a big for the kids.” stepping stone for me.” The Missoula Children’s Theatre has Wineman eventually earned a bach- been touring for 39 years, sending teams elor of fine arts degree in theater at Photo by Don Lindsey of two tour actor/directors, or TADs, to the University of South Dakota while Children who participated in the weeklong Missoula Children’s Theatre program, hosted by schools, military installations, community Jones is working toward a degree in Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Youth Programs, gather on stage after their performance theaters and arts programs throughout theatrical design. of “Jack and the Beanstalk” Aug. 16 at the Randolph Fleenor Auditorium.

Gonzalez said she is impressed with Students who are part of a Missoula the TADs’ ability to accomplish so much production also look forward to partici- in such a short time. pating in future sessions. “They’re very well-organized,” she “Jack and the Beanstalk” was the said. “They really have it down.” fourth Missoula Children’s Theatre play Chris Kiser, 902nd FSS Youth Pro- for Seth Vander Hamm, who played the grams school age coordinator, said lead role of Jack in this year’s produc- auditions began Monday morning tion. He has also participated in Mis- and, by afternoon, the students were soula sessions at Whiteman Air Force already rehearsing. Base, Mo., and Ellsworth AFB, S.D. “It’s really neat to see how it goes from “I would definitely say they’ve done a one giant audition to a great production good job molding me and helping me in with two high-quality shows,” he said. my acting,” he said. Gonzalez said the Missoula Chil- Vander Hamm said he’s “hooked” dren’s Theatre, which has been vis- on theatrical productions as a result iting Randolph for years, is a much- of his participation in Missoula Chil- anticipated session. dren’s Theatre. “Parents call in advance to see “Once you get that feeling, and you’re when Missoula Children’s Theatre is able to get on stage and express yourself, coming,” she said. it’s a lot of fun,” he said.

JBSA Sexual Assault Prevention and Response If you would like to report a sexual assault, call the 24/7 JBSA Sexual Assault Prevention and Response hotline at 808-7272 or the Department of Defense Safe Helpline at 877-995-5247. You don't have to be alone. AUGUST 23, 2013 WINGSPREAD PAGE 7 PAGE 8 WINGSPREAD AUGUST 23, 2013 Motorists urged to drive defensively in Washington Circle By Alex Salinas Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs “Give people the benefit of the doubt. If you notice someone For the scores of motorists who enter and leave Joint Base San Antonio-Ran- driving incorrectly, look out for his blind spot and make sure to dolph around the clock, chances are likely they will encounter Washington Circle. yield and not cut him off. It’s not worth getting stressed about.” Not knowing the traffic rules, coupled with an indeterminate number of new- Linda Howlett comers who may be unfamiliar with 502nd Air Base Wing ground safety manager at Randolph the circle, puts other motorists at risk for collisions, Linda Howlett, 502nd Air Base Wing ground safety manager at Randolph, said. The best ways to avoid mishaps Base safety and security officials want people to be aware of the are learning the laws governing the roundabout and driving defensively, procedures for driving in and out of Joint Base San Antonio- Howlett said. Randolph's Washington Circle. “The key to Washington Circle is to Officials want to ensure motorists know which lanes they should never assume other people know the be in when entering and exiting the circle. rules,” she said. “It’s not a matter of if, but The biggest safety issue occurs when vehicles try to directly exit when someone will drive it incorrectly.” the circle from the left lane instead of moving to the right lane in Traffic in the circle travels one way, advance of their exit turn. Officials urge people to drive defensively counterclockwise, whether a motorist en- and use caution in and around Washington Circle. ters it from Harmon Drive or one of its four other feeder roads. TRAFFIC RULES FOR WASHINGTON CIRCLE “When you enter the circle, if you • Traffic entering the circle must yield to traffic already in the plan on exiting the first or second circle. exit, stay in the outside lane,” Staff • When entering the circle: Sgt. Edward Grant, 902nd Security If you are exiting at the first or second exit, stay in the Forces Squadron police services NCO outside lane or right lane. in charge, said earlier this year. “If If you are exiting at the third exit or beyond, use the you’re leaving the circle on the third inside or left lane until ready to exit exit or beyond, stay in the inside lane • If two vehicles are side by side, the vehicle in the outside lane until you approach the exit.” has the right or way. When motorists depart the circle onto • All traffic must signal for turns when exiting the circle. Harmon Drive, especially from one of the feeder roads – which happens most at the end of the business day – they and all traffic must signal for turns out but due to yields and defensive driving, “because we want them paying attention tend to use both lanes as exits when of the circle, Howlett said. motorists will naturally slow down. to the roads, not the signs,” she said. they should only use the outside lane “Give people the benefit of the doubt,” “The circle can be intimidating According to the 902nd SFS Reports as a single exit, Howlett said. she said. “If you notice someone driving during peak traffic hours, so people and Analysis team, no accidents have Other mistakes include drivers abrupt- incorrectly, look out for his blind spot and can always use other gates to leave been reported in Washington Circle this ly changing lanes within the circle and make sure to yield and not cut him off. It’s Randolph,” Howlett said. year and rarely have accidents occurred not getting into the correct lane to exit. If not worth getting stressed about.” There is a standard roundabout sign there in the past. two vehicles are side-by-side, the vehicle The speed limit on Harmon Drive is 25 placed near Washington Circle, but mo- “Traffic circles work very well when in the outside lane has the right-of-way, mph, which counts for Washington Circle, torists shouldn’t expect additional signs they are done right,” Howlett said. AAFES seeks customer feedback to improve shopping experience Army and Air Force Exchange Service The survey, which addresses customer service, services. Beyond improving the Exchange benefit, pricing, sales associate availability, merchandise shoppers who participate will also receive a coupon The Army and Air Force Exchange Service is con- assortment and many more key issues, is admin- for $5 off their next purchase at the Exchange. stantly seeking opportunities to improve on the Ex- istered at half of Exchange main stores twice a “We want to hear from as many Randolph Exchange change benefit. As part of this effort, the Department of year. shoppers as possible,” said the Exchange’s Sales Manag- Defense’s oldest and largest Exchange service relies on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph shoppers’ op- er, Tonya Yancey. “Efforts like the CSI are critical to not an ongoing Customer Satisfaction Index to provide local- portunity to participate in the 2013 Customer Satis- only improving the shopping experience, but also bol- ized, real-time snapshots of the job Exchange facilities faction Index is Aug. 31-Sept. 21. During this time, stering the dividend the Exchange annually delivers to are doing to improve the value of the support provided troops and their families are encouraged to visit the the community as healthy exchange operations produce to military members and their families. Exchange to provide feedback on locally available greater returns for Air Force quality of life programs.” AUGUST 23, 2013 WINGSPREAD PAGE 9 59th MDW Outstanding Airman strives to make difference By Alexis Culver "Mental health used to have a stigma," Anderson said. Public Affairs "People think there are huge ramifications to seeking help and that's simply not the case. There has been a A mental health technician from the 59th Medical huge shift in our culture, and I want all our Airmen to Wing was recently recognized as one of the 12 Outstand- know that it's ok to seek help." ing Airmen of the Year. Giving back to her community is also important to An- Air Force Staff Sgt. Casey L. Anderson's achieve- derson. For over two years, Anderson has been coach- ment is another recognition added to her list as one ing approximately 30 children in a cheer and tumbling of the command's outstanding enlisted Airmen of program she created at the youth center on Joint Base the Year for 2013, Air Education and Training Com- San Antonio-Lackland. mand's Mental Health Airman of the Year, and the She is also passionate about briefing Airmen on 59th MDW Airman of the Year. suicide prevention at the First Term Airman Course, The Outstanding Airman of the Year award recog- the hospital newcomer's orientation and other 59th nizes 12 honorees selected for their superior leader- MDW units. ship, job performance and personal achievements Anderson's efforts to help others, both on and off duty, by an Air Force selection board at the Air Force are catching the attention of her supervisors. Personnel Center. "She earned it, by no means was it given," said Air "General Hepburn (Air Force Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Byron Force Staff Sgt. Navon Martin, NCO in charge of Spe- Hepburn), myself and the entire 59th MDW team are ab- cialty Services at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Cen- solutely honored to have the privilege to serve alongside ter. "She's very passionate about everything she does. such a phenomenal Airman as Staff Sgt. Anderson," said We get compliments all the time on how well she does Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Maurice James, 59th Medi- from the different areas she briefs." cal Wing command chief. "She is an incredible mental Anderson will receive the award in September at the health technician, but an even more amazing Airman, annual Air and Space Conference and Technology Ex- who totally embraces the whole person concept that the position in Washington, D.C. Air Force ardently desires of its Airmen." Photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma "I want to use this as more than just an award," An- "I believe she is the right choice to represent the 59th Senior Airman Casey Anderson, recently promoted to staff derson said. "I feel I can make a change and I'm in a MDW, AETC, the Air Force Medical Service and the Air sergeant, discusses a psychological test July 12 at the position to do so. If I use my words and actions wisely, Force, and without a doubt she's doing an outstanding Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Wilford Hall Ambulatory a piece of my voice will make a difference." job," he added. Surgical Center. "I just want to say thank you," she added. "I know Since being recognized as one of the 12 Outstanding this opportunity wouldn't have been given without the Airmen, Anderson continues to receive support from her that you're just that much more on top of your game, support of those around me and I am so grateful. I've family, friends, leaders, peers and patients. which isn't a bad thing, it's a challenge." realized the opportunities and blessings I've received "It has actually humbled me to make sure I'm rep- One challenge Anderson is facing since the rec- from my leadership and from people in the hospital. resenting the Air Force and mental health in a positive ognition is breaking the stigma associated with So many people have contributed to this and I couldn't light," Anderson said. "It puts pressure on to make sure seeking mental help. have done this by myself." Keesler, Sheppard, Vance shine in 'King of the Hill' game By Tech. Sgt. Beth Anschutz to win three days in a row in the 'los- Air Education and Training Command er's bracket' just to make it to the final “We received 106 ideas through the game link, Public Affairs match," Schmidbauer said. "From that compared to 14 during the entire quarter prior to the point Keesler defeated Columbus twice The King of the Hill game has ended in a row to claim the championship." game, and received 210 comments on existing ideas.” and three Air Education and Training According to Schmidbauer, over the Capt. Kurt Schmidbauer Command bases have been spotlighted course of Keesler's five straight wins Air Education and Training Command financial analyst for best idea, individual participation, and the base averaged nearly 1,000 base wing participation. personnel voting per day, a testament 's idea on "C3 to their ability to organize and spread winner 29 times out of 43 matches. received 210 comments on existing Multi-Functional Device Initiatives," the message on the Cost Conscience The 80th Flying Training Wing at ideas." which involved renegotiating print, copy, Culture initiative. Sheppard AFB was named the wing All the information gathered during the scan and fax lease agreements, won the While more than 15,500 individu- participation champion. The wing's King of the Hill game will add to the idea final match over Columbus AFB's idea on als from across AETC voted at least 100 percent participation rate was validation process, which will include a "Bldg. 406 Corrosion Control." once during the contest, two indi- unmatched by any other organiza- financial and functional review to ensure Capt. Kurt Schmidbauer, AETC com- viduals distinguished themselves by tion in AETC. the idea is valid and does not violate any mand financial analyst, said the con- voting each of the 43 days. Thomas "In the end, we met the goal of spread- established directive. test played out in a very exciting final Wade, from the 71st Force Support ing the C3 message," said Schmidbauer. Although the King of the Hill game has match on Aug. 12. Squadron at Vance AFB, was named "We received 106 ideas through the ended, the continuation of innovation is "As Columbus cruised to the final the individual participation winner game link, compared to 14 during the what is important to the future of AETC round without a single loss, Keesler had because he correctly predicted the entire quarter prior to the game, and and the Air Force. PAGE 10 WINGSPREAD AUGUST 23, 2013 AUGUST 23, 2013 WINGSPREAD PAGE 11 SPORTS - HEALTH - FITNESS

Sports BRIEFS

Marathon training run The Randolph Fitness Cen- ter is hosting an 18-mile run 6 a.m. Saturday at Eberle Park for all runners training for a marathon. This is the last of the three marathon training runs. For more information, call 652-7263.

Commemorative Run A Joint Base San Antonio 9/11 Commemorative Run is scheduled for 7 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sept. 11 at the 1.5- mile track at JBSA-Lack- land. For more information about the Robert D. Gaylor Photo by Rich McFadden NCO Academy-hosted event Randolph High School cross-country team athletes train for time during an early morning practice at the high school track Aug. 15 in preparation for that is open to all military their fi rst meet of the 2013 season, Saturday. ID cardholders, contact Tech. Sgt. Debra Flowers at debra.fl [email protected]. Cross-country team conditions for upcoming season By Alex Salinas Rambler 120 teams Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs JBSA's premiere adventure “I have a team of 10 kids right now, boys and girls, with race, the Rambler 120, takes It’s not the morning practices all through no seniors and mostly freshmen. It’s a building season.” place Oct. 5. Teams that sign summer vacation, the youth or relative lack of up before Saturday will pay experience of the 2013 Randolph High School Charlie Phillips last year’s fee of $100 for cross-country team that make it stand out; it’s Randolph High School coach Xtreme teams (four people) returning after a two-year stint of inactivity. or $150 for relay teams Led by rookie coach Charlie Phillips, a (fi ve-eight people). After lifelong runner, the group plans to re-es- be great, Phillips said – a few on the team “I just love to run,” Noah Krauss, a fresh- Aug. 24, the fees increase tablish a Ro-Hawk winning tradition, one are already capable – but the 2013 season man, said. to $120 for Xtreme teams step at a time. is about continuing a sport that is “crucial For others, it took a little bit of noise. and $180 for relay teams. “I have a team of 10 kids right now, boys to the high school experience” and develop- “An alarm clock really helped me get up; Teams can start train- and girls, with no seniors and mostly fresh- ment of future athletes. it was invaluable,” 10th-grader, Mickey Sch- ing for the 22-mile bike men,” Phillips said. “It’s a building season.” For some members of the team, this sum- neider said. course, the 6-mile run and Using the high school track and surrounding mer was the fi rst time running 5Ks, or 3.1 Before the team’s fi rst event Friday in Com- the 2-mile raft event. The locations with hilly terrain to perform timed- miles, which is the standard length for a boys’ fort, Texas, Phillips expects “pre-meet jitters,” deadline to enter is Sept. trial runs and even “treasure hunts” for mo- high school cross-country meet. but said his squad will be ready for the hilly 20. Entry forms are avail- tivation, Phillips believes the brief hiatus did Ninth-grader, Justin Jones, quickly estab- and challenging course. able at the JBSA-Randolph nothing to affect his team’s devotion. lished himself as a speedy competitor. “No one has been allowed to drink sodas Rambler Fitness Center, “To show up every day at 7:30 a.m. to “I like the team’s small-group dynamic,” he during the season,” he said. “Everyone has a Building 999 and Commu- put in work while some kids sleep until said. “I feel I’ll be able to contribute and es- diet they follow and they have been taught to nity Services Mall, Building noon, that shows an extreme amount of tablish myself.” recognize pain in their bodies. 895. A pdf registration dedication,” Phillips said. “There’s no Collin Blair, a junior, also stood out during “The kids are creating a lifestyle of well- packet is available online measuring stick from last year, so I want practices and said he was happy to be part of ness,” he said. “The way they’ve prepared, it at http://www.randolphfss. the kids to run as fast as they can and “getting a good team going.” takes a lot of guts.” com. For more information, win for themselves.” Waking up early hasn’t always been a See a short video clip on the team at JBSA- call 267-7358. Yes, if most runners on the roster can breeze for the young runners, but for some, Randolph's Facebook page at https://www. consistently record 7-minute miles, that’d motivation was simple to fi nd. facebook.com/JBSARandolph. PAGE 12 WINGSPREAD AUGUST 23, 2013 Navy team wins JBSA softball championship By Jose Garza III we were so close last year, and we just Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Public Affairs couldn’t get it done.” Last year, NIOC lost in the base finals to After being on the short end of the 343rd Training Squadron, and subse- this year’s Joint Base San Antonio- quently, in the second round of the JBSA Lackland softball tournament, losing tournament to AETC. to the 149th Fighter Wing Gunfight- When the course was set for an all-JB- ers in the finals, the Navy Information SA-Lackland softball final, Martinez said Operations Command was ready for the team was happy to get an opportunity a second chance at softball success. to avenge its base finals loss. Tuesday, NIOC clinched the JBSA “We wanted to see them again because Intramural Softball Championship in they got us in the (JBSA-Lackland) finals,” a 9-5 victory over their JBSA-Lack- Martinez said. “We were happy to play land rivals. them because they are a bunch of good The JBSA Intramural Softball Tour- guys. We know them from last season. nament pulls the top two intramural “We are happy that revenge is done, softball teams from each operating lo- and now we will see how next season cation to compete for the title. turns out.” On its way to attaining the base-wide After two years of disappointment, Photo by Jose Garza III trophy, the NIOC defeated Air Educa- Martinez felt that it was the right time The Navy Information Operations Command defeated the 149th Fighter Wing Gunfighters, tion and Training Command and the for NIOC to reign atop JBSA. 9-5, Aug. 13 to become all-JBSA Intramural Softball Champions. Installation Man- “We have been playing softball with agement Command. each other for over three years now,” fighters head coach, believed his team it to the JBSA softball finals despite its Ben Martinez, NIOC coach and Martinez said. “For most of us, this would have stifled NIOC’s champion- struggles, Rodriguez said. pitcher, was quick to give respect to was our last go at (winning a cham- ship hopes once again if his team was “We all thought it was going to be its opponents. pionship) before we [permanently healthy and intact. He said the team a real tough struggling with injuries, “(The 149th) is a great team, and it change stations] so we all wanted to was playing hurt after playing in a na- but we showed up and played our feels good to finally get back in this po- get this championship.” tional tournament in Florida. hearts out for the love of the game,” sition,” Martinez said. “It seemed like Jesse Rodriguez, the 149th FW Gun- It was “awesome” how the team made Rodriguez said. 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READINESS from P4 To advertise “A lot of experts make up our team, including in the logistics planners, personnelists and supply person- JBSA-Randolph Offi cers' Spouses Club meeting nel,” Alexander said. “We all have to make sure the The JBSA-Randolph Offi cers' Spouses' Club is hosting its annual Special Activities Coffee Wingspread, deployer is discrepancy-free.” 10 a.m. Thursday at the Parr Club. For more information, call 566-9066. call 534-8848. The most critical link in the deployment pro- cess is the unit deployment managers, or UDMs, Dealing with the media who are assigned by their squadron commanders How would you respond if a news reporter approached you to comment on a matter related to the Air and undergo extensive training at the deployment Force or your job? Here are some tips to follow: Think before you speak. Contact the public affairs offi ce readiness centers. fi rst if you are asked to do a media interview and want to do it. If you are approached on the street by “They work with each deploying member to ensure a reporter, you will be quoted in the newspaper or appear on the 10 p.m. newscast answering questions they have completed their deployment readiness train- that may prove embarrassing. Reporters may also ask for interviews “on line.” Don’t appear to be the ing and comply with all applicable reporting instruc- Air Force’s spokesperson; make it clear you are giving your personal opinion during an interview. Don’t tions,” Alexander said. “It's a very important func- try to address Air Force policy issues without fi rst consulting public affairs. And remember, your right of tion in the entire process.” free speech also means you can refuse to speak. Politely tell the media no, or to contact public affairs. James said a JBSA installation deployment plan If you are interviewed off duty, make sure you project the image you and your commander want to see as describing deployment operations is serving as a representative of the Air Force. If in doubt, call public affairs fi rst. (502nd ABW-Lackland/PA/671-2908; template for the process. 502nd ABW-Randolph/PA/652-4410; 502nd ABW-Fort Sam Houston/PA/221-1099). “We’re moving toward a common deployment process to support JBSA deployment operations,” Security, policy review he said. “It’s a huge task.” If you are preparing a speech or document for public release on defense-related subjects, contact the public affairs offi ce fi rst. The appropriate authorities must review material relat- ing to the plans, policies, programs or operations of the Department of Defense or Edwards Aquifer Level U.S. Government before presentation or publication. (502nd ABW-Lackland/PA/671-2908; 502nd ABW-Randolph/PA/652-3626; 502nd ABW-Fort Sam Houston/PA/221-1099). in feet above sea level as of Aug. 22 CURRENT LEVEL= 634.1'

The Joint Base San Antonio Drought Management Plan is available at: http://www.jbsa.af.mil/shared/media/document/ AFO-130809-013.pdf