Men’s Lacrosse vs. Air Force, noon, Sat., Michie Stadium. See page 14 ®

Vol. 66, No. 9 Serving the community of the U.S. Military AcademY AT WEST POINT MARCH 5, 2009 WTU signs Army Warrior Health-Care Covenant Story and photo by Emily Tower Covenant at Buffalo Soldier Pavilion. Soldiers Staff Writer for which the covenant is designed to serve commuted from parts of New England and Specialist Warren Goguen has a little New York to witness it. trouble remembering people and appointments The covenant was put into words last some times, and while he has expected year and has been driving the West Point Warrior Transition Units to which he has WTU’s work since November, Edwards said. been assigned to understand this affect of But signing a copy of the covenant––during the traumatic brain injury he sustained in the Army’s Year of the Noncommissioned the Middle East, none did until he came to Officer––with the Soldiers watching was West Point. important, he said. “They have treated me like a Soldier,” “We are committing back to the warriors Goguen said proudly. “Most of the time, I and their Families and thanking them for their have been treated as less. But here, there is service,” Edwards said. a warm feeling. I’m extremely happy they “We want (wounded warriors) to transferred me here.” understand the Army’s commitment to them Goguen described his memory loss and know how important it is to us as an as “terrifying” and said he is grateful the organization,” he continued. WTU helps him keep track of paperwork The Army Warrior Health-Care Covenant and appointments so he can concentrate on basically thanks wounded warriors and their getting better. Families and promises to provide help, The West Point WTU has been striving to programs and a positive environment to help help Soldiers recuperate from combat wounds, Soldiers concentrate on healing their minds, West Point Garrison Commander Col. Dan Bruno, left; Col. Mike Deaton, Keller illnesses and other injuries for months, WTU bodies, hearts and spirits. Army Community Hospital commander; and Capt. Curtis Edwards, West Point Commander Capt. Curtis Edwards said. Deaton compared the covenant to the Warrior Transition Unit commander, sign the Army Warrior Health-Care Covenant Goguen and the rest of the unit were Army Values and Warrior Ethos because it during a ceremony Feb. 27 at the Buffalo Soldier Pavilion. Spc. Timothy Strobel, witnesses to the signing of an important places all WTUs under the same value system who has been assigned to the WTU the longest, and Pfc. Joseph Kasfeldt, the contract Feb. 27. Armywide. unit’s newest assignee, look on. The covenant reaffirms the Army’s dedication to Garrison Commander Col. Dan Bruno; “It’s following the same train of thought providing the tools necessary for wounded Soldiers to heal. “We are committing Col. Mike Deaton, Keller Army Community and philosophy,” Deaton said. back to the warriors and their Families and thanking them for their service,” hospital commander; and Edwards signed a Sgt. Scott Issler wished other WTUs to Edwards said. giant copy of the Army Warrior Health-Care See WTU COVENANT, page 4 Regimental TAC remembered as great role model By Emily Tower West Point and becoming an Army officer,” Point Jewish community. She was a regular Defense Service Medal; Kuwait Liberation Staff Writer Lt. Col. Robert Bartholet, Dept. of Electrical at weekly services and joined cadets at the Medal; Office of the Secretary of Defense Engineering and Computer Science instructor Chaplain’s Times during Beast Barracks. Identification Badge; and Parachutist’s When it comes to role models, few could and Hutchison’s classmate, stated in an Because she was so involved, a special Badge. reach the level of Lt. Col. Jeanne Hutchison, e-mail. honor was reserved for her at her funeral Along with the bachelor’s degree in her superiors, peers and U.S. Military While she missed swimming, her Tuesday at the Jewish Chapel. education psychology from USMA, Hutchison Academy classmates said following her classmates said she didn’t regret her decision “In our tradition, the body of the deceased held a master’s degree in management unexpected death. to prioritize. does not enter the synagogue due to the sanctity information systems from the University of “Jeanne was a superb member of the “Jeanne was one of the hardest working of the location,” Rabbi Carlos Huerta, Army Maryland. U.S. Military Academy team and an integral classmates I knew,” Lt. Col. Greg Graves, a major and West Point’s Jewish chaplain, stated Hutchison is survived by her husband, part of the U.S. Corps of Cadets,” Brig. Gen. math instructor currently deployed to Iraq, in an e-mail. “Exceptions are only made for retired Lt. Col. Robert Hutchison, and two Michael Linnington, USCC commandant, stated in an e-mail. “She never let things get those remarkable members of the community teenage children. said in a prepared statement Feb. 27. “She was her down, and she displayed true character. who have made selfless contributions that The Hutchison Family requests donations an exemplary role model, coach, teacher and She was a great example of the kind of leader have greatly impacted its members. This to charities or to Hutchison’s memorial fund mentor to her more than 1,100 cadets.” that West Point strives to develop.” honor is being given to (Lt. Col.) Hutchison at the West Point Jewish Chapel in lieu of Hutchison, 2nd Regimental Tactical After coming to West Point as a regimental by the members of the Jewish community for flowers. Officer, died Feb. 26 at Westchester Medical tactical officer in July, Hutchison, 43, began her love, dedication and selfless service.” Center following a sudden illness. She was working with the swimming and diving team She was buried at West Point Cemetery remembered for her work with the Army and was a role model particularly to the female following the service. swimming and diving team, her involvement swimmers, said Mickey Wender, Army head Hutchison also was awarded posthumously in the West Point Jewish community and her swimming and diving coach. the Legion of Merit at the funeral. The award’s dedication to duty. “Having her name on the record board citation describes her as a stellar leader of Hutchison, USMA class of 1988 (nee brought her instant credibility with the “profound influence and achievement.” Britanisky), set a handful of swimming records swimmers,” Wender stated in an e-mail. Her military awards and decorations also as a cadet, including fastest times in the “She was incredibly generous with her time include the Bronze Star Medal; Defense 100-meter and the 200-meter backstrokes. and was involved in almost every aspect of Meritorious Service Medal, two oak leaf She set her records as a plebe and then our program. She was a trusted advisor and clusters; Meritorious Service Medal, three gave up her beloved sport to concentrate on very well-respected by all the coaches and oak leaf clusters; Joint Service Commendation her academics. swimmers and divers alike.” Medal; Army Commendation Medal, two “I think it says a lot about Jeanne and her Hutchison, a signal officer, had coached oak leaf clusters; Joint Service Achievement priorities in life that she gave up her love swimmers at other duty stations and set up a Medal; Army Achievement Medal; National of swimming and the pride that would have triathlon training group at Fort Leavenworth, Defense Service Medal with bronze star; come with more swimming achievements Kan., Bartholet said. Southwest Asia Service Medal; Global to achieve a higher goal of graduating from Hutchison also was active in the West War on Terrorism Service Medal; Korean Lt. Col. Jeanne Hutchison 2 March 5, 2009

Letter from Keller Commander Plan ahead for safe travels Recent encephalitis death is not related to meningitis death Several people have asked whether there is a connection between the teacher who during spring break recently died of meningitis (infl ammation of the covering of the brain), and the offi cer commentary by Joe Senger who just passed away from encephalitis (infl ammation of the brain itself). don’t know anything about the agency, call the directorate of Plans, training, It’s a reasonable question. state Consumer Protection Division to fi nd out mobilization and Security When two people in the same small community succumb to diseases of the brain, if there are any complaints against it. people should ask if there’s a connection. • Avoid unnecessary delays in unsecure Fortunately, the answer is no. There is no connection between the two. Spring break is just around the corner. areas of the airport such as ticket counters. If The teacher’s illness was caused by a bacteria called streptococcus pneumoniae. We Those who plan on getting away for a break possible, also get a seat selection and boarding are certain about that. The cause of the offi cer’s illness remains unknown. We are certain, should keep in mind that situational awareness pass from the agency. however, that it was not caused by streptococcus pneumoniae. Because of that, we can is paramount. • Plan an arrival at the airport that allows say unquestionably that the two cases are not related. The following precautions will help in the quick movement through the processing lines. Several weeks ago we did treat another post resident who had encephalitis. The resident planning and enjoyment of a safe adventure Once there, spend as little time as possible in fully recovered. However, the cause of this encephalitis, like the offi cer’s, remains unknown. and help ensure you do not become a victim. unsecure areas. Check luggage at the curb, As a result, we have reason to question whether there is any relationship between those Remember, if you see something, say if possible, and move through the security cases. something. checkpoint right away. Travel safety: As a precaution, our Preventive Medicine section is investigating any possible • If there is a long layover that can’t be connection between the resident’s encephalitis and that of the offi cer’s. We are asking the • All West Point personnel traveling avoided, wait in the secure area (lounge or Preventive Medicine section at our next higher headquarters, the North Atlantic Regional OCONUS, contact John Cronin in the West restaurant). Avoid vulnerable areas such as Medical Command, to oversee our efforts. Point Installation Security Offi ce at 938-2971 ticket counters and gift shops outside the I have full confidence in our Preventive Medicine staff. Independent review, for guidance on all pre-travel requirements secure area. however, ensures we examine every possibility. That’s something we owe the West Point and to receive an Area of Responsibility brief • When arriving at the destination, observe community. in accordance with Army Regulation 525-13, the baggage claim area from a distance and At this point, there is no public health concern with regard to encephalitis. If that Antiterrorism. wait for the crowd to thin out before claiming changes, the West Point chain of command will inform the community by every means For additional precautions, check out luggage. Never leave baggage unattended at available. the State Department Web site for country- the airport. Encephalitis means infl ammation of the brain. The most common cause is herpes specifi c and up-to-date travel information at • If using a rental vehicle, do not leave simplex virus. Other causes include a variety of mosquito- and tick-borne illnesses, to www.travel.state.gov/travel_1744.html. anything of value in plain view. Lock it in include West Nile virus. Because most cases of encephalitis are mild, most go unreported. • Additionally, travelers are reminded the trunk or store it in a hotel room. Thieves Estimates on the number of cases in the U.S. range from 0.05 to one case per 100,000 that if needed, Country Clearance Requests target rental vehicles. Upon arrival at the destination: people per year. must be submitted through the U.S. Military The majority of cases of encephalitis are clinically indistinguishable from any other Academy G-3 offi ce at least 30 days before • When checking into a hotel, avoid street- viral fl u-like illness. More severe cases are similar to meningitis, and can cause severe traveling OCONUS. level rooms because they are easily accessible headache, sudden fever, drowsiness, confusion and seizures. Of the 224 countries in the world, 88 to illegal entry, bomb attack and drive-by Good hygiene remains the best defense against infectious disease. Frequent hand countries require CCRs be submitted by shootings. Conversely, do not accept a room washing, use of hand sanitizers, coughing and sneezing into your sleeve and keeping your military personnel on leave as a pre-travel above the 10th fl oor. Many fi re-fi ghting teams hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth all help prevent disease transmission. requirement. do not have ladders that will reach above the Aside from the normal concerns that arise during cold and fl u season, we know of no Check the Foreign Clearance Guide Web 10th fl oor. public health concerns for West Point at this time. If that changes, the chain of command site, www.fcg.pentagon.mil/, for the latest • Know the location of emergency exits. will let you know as soon as possible. guidance of pre-travel requirements. If a • When out of the room, leave the lights CCR is required, contact Steve Stokilo, G-3 and radio or TV on to make it appear someone International Affairs Division, at 938-0325. is in the room. Keep room keys with you. Michael A. Deaton, M.D., Ph.D. The following measures can be used with When in the room, sleep away from the COL, MC certain obvious changes in other mass transit window, keep the door locked at all times and Commander, Keller Army Community Hospital systems such as trains, ships and buses: use the security chain. • Use a reputable travel agency. If you See SPriNg BreaK Safety, page 3 SharP aer campaign kicked off monday The members of the Sexual Harrassment/Assault Response and Prevention program are Col. Jeanette McMahon, Shelley Ariosto (Garrison), Dan Toohey (Victim Advocate), Maj. Maria Burger (USCC), Capt. Vanara Nevels (ODIA) and Maj. Elizabeth Scioletti (Dean). Community members can e-mail McMahon at [email protected] for advice or to offer any recommendations on the program here. Cadets also can call the sexual assault support helpline at (845) 591-7215. West Point Soldiers and civilians needing assistance can call (845) 938-3369.

®

The Army civilian enterprise newspaper, the lt. gen. Pointer View, is an authorized publication for 40 Mulberry Street Buster hagenbeck, members of the Department of Defense. Contents Middletown, NY 10940 Superintendent of the Pointer View are not necessarily the offi cial views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the recordonline.com col. Bryan hilferty, Department of the Army or West Point. Director of Communications The Point er View ® is an unoffi cial pub li cation for information, call au tho rized by AR 360-1. The editorial content of the (845) 341-1100 linda l. mastin Pointer View is the responsibility of the West Point Acting Chief, Directorate of Communications, Bldg. 600, West Everything advertised in this pub li ca tion Com mand Info. Point, New York 10996, (845) 938-2015. shall be made available for purchase, use, The Pointer View is printed weekly by the Times or pa tron age with out regard to race, color, linda mastin Herald-Record, a pri vate fi rm in no way connect ed re li gion, sex, national origin, age, marital Editor, 938-2015 with the De partment of the Army, under ex clu sive status, phys i cal handi cap, po liti cal af fi l i a tion, eric S. Bartelt con tract with West Point. The Times Herald-Record or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, Asst. Editor, 938-3883 is responsible for all commercial advertising. user, or pa tron. Kathy eastwood The appearance of advertising in this A confi rmed violation or re jec tion of this Staff Writer, 938-3684 publication, including inserts or supplements, policy of equal opportunity by an ad ver tis er emily tower does not constitute endorsement of the products or will result in the re fus al to print ad ver tis ing Staff Writer, 938-8825 services advertised by the U.S. Army or the Times from that source. See SolutioN, page 11 Herald-Record. March 5, 2009 3

2002 grad dies in Afghanistan DCA employee Conklin, 62, died By Emily Tower A viewing is scheduled for 3-7 p.m. From staff reports the Vietnam War. Staff Writer Friday at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church He was a disabled veteran and received in Bunting’s hometown, Potomac, Md., Bartholomew “Bart” E. Conklin, 62, of the Purple Heart and numerous other awards, U.S. Military Academy graduate Capt. according to the funeral home handling the Bloomingburg, a storeroom attendant for the including a Meritorious Service award. Brian M. Bunting was killed in action Feb. arrangements. Directorate of Cadet An avid hunter 24 while supporting Operation Enduring A Mass is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday Activities at West and bowler, Conklin Freedom. at the church. Burial is scheduled for 11 a.m. Point for 15 years and also was a mentor Bunting died in Kandahar, Afghanistan, March 16 at Arlington National Cemetery. a longtime resident of and role model when a roadside bomb exploded near his Bunting is survived by his wife, Nicole; a the area, died Feb. 19 to many with an vehicle. He was 29. son, Connor; an unborn child; two brothers; in Middletown. uplifting sense of Bunting, who was nicknamed “Bubba,” three sisters; his father; and grandparents. He “Bart Conklin humor. was a member of the Individual Ready was preceded in death by his mother. was a dedicated and He was a member Reserve and was attached to the 27th Infantry Bunting’s relatives are remembering him energetic employee of the National Rifle Brigade Combat Team, Syracuse, N.Y. fondly. and friend. Over the Association, Ulster He graduated from USMA in 2002 after “How lucky we are to have had Bubba years, he assisted Heights Hunting serving as an enlisted Soldier. in our lives,” his sister Stephanie wrote on hundreds of clubs and C l u b a n d t h e a memorial Web site. “There was not one was an integral part of American Legion. person who met him that could utter a negative the success of many He was the word. How lucky we are that Bubba went to class weekends,” Sally widower of his war to fight for our country and defend us.” Britt, DCA Supply first wife, Donna Bunting’s military awards and decorations officer and Conklin’s Conklin. include the Army Commendation Medal; supervisor, said. Survivors include Army Achievement Medal, three oak leaf “He was always his wife, Brenda, an clusters; National Defense Service Medal; t h e r e t o h e l p , admission assistant Korean Defense Service Medal; Afghanistan supporting every in the Directorate Campaign Medal; Army Service Ribbon; mission within DCA of Admissions; two Combat Action Badge; Parachutist Badge; and and the academy. His sons; two daughters; Air Assault Badge. He will receive the Purple sense of humor and three step-daughters; Heart and Bronze Star Medal posthumously. helpfulness will always Bart Conklin two brothers; and The Bunting Family requests donations be remembered. He five grandchildren, be made to the USAA College Savings truly was all for the corps. He will be greatly as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Plan for Bunting’s two children at P.O. Box missed,” Britt continued. Services were Feb. 23 at St. Andrews 83444, Gaithersburg, Md., 20883, in lieu of Conklin served in the Air Force for Episcopal Church in Walden and burial was Captain Brian M. Bunting flowers. 21-and-a-half years, including serving during at Fantinekill Cemetery in Ellenville. SPRING BREAK SAFETY, cont. from Page 2 • Don’t carry all credit or bank cards in • If the hotel employs security guards, as a group. • Keep any beverages with you and in your your wallet or purse. Carry the minimum get familiarized with their uniforms and • Ensure someone at home has all the sight at all times. amount of cash will be needed. Traveler’s equipment. Also know the proper procedures information about the trip including hotel • Do not drink and drive. checks are the best bet when on vacation. for obtaining their services. phone numbers, the names of the members of • Take the time to visit the Antiterrorism Keep purses or backpacks between your • Write down the emergency numbers for the group, flight plans (if any) and the times Level I training site at https://atlevel1.dtic. feet when sitting down at a restaurant or the police department at your destination. you should arrive at the destination and return mil/at/ before a trip to get reacquainted with café. • If traveling abroad, keep passports in a from vacation. the training. Never leave them hanging over the back secure location at all times. • Call someone when you reach the Following these tips and revisiting the AT of a chair. Lock all valuables, including • Always use the buddy system. There is destination, and make periodic checks during Level I training site will help ensure a safe passports, when not in use in the hotel safe. safety in numbers, and it is best to do things your stay. return with memories to share with friends. 4 March 5, 2009 Local and National News Office of the G-1 launches new ‘My Army Benefits’ site By Gary Sheftick on a variety of Family services, recreation benefits information, Carlson said, explaining Army Knowledge Online password. Army News Service programs, Space-A travel, Army Emergency the information was “disseminated through a The only weakness of the site, according Relief, health care, spouse employment broad variety of channels.” to one of its designers, is that the calculators WASHINGTON —The Army’s G-1 staff assistance and many other programs. Benefit resource locators are part of the currently are available only to active-duty launched a redesigned Web site recently that In addition, there are 54 state and territory site, along with special wounded warrior and Soldiers. However, Carlson said plans are consolidates all Army benefits information fact sheets that break out different benefits for casualty modules. underway to develop benefits calculators at one location and includes calculators that Soldiers who live in each state. The survivor planning calculator provides for National Guard and Reserve Soldiers as Soldiers can use. “The state/territory benefits page is helpful a personal report projecting lifetime Social well. The http://MyArmyBenefits.us.army. because all I had to do was click on my state Security and survivor’s benefits. The report Other sections of the site already address mil site has calculators that allow Soldiers on the map and I could see all the benefits also factors in the Thrift Savings Plan, reserve-component Soldiers. One is the to see how much money they can expect to my state offered,” Staff Sgt. Michael O’Brien Servicemembers Group Life Insurance lump- deployment planning toolkit. This section receive upon retirement or how much their said. “Also it lets you estimate your retirement sum payments and other benefits. provides information about mobilization and Family would receive if the unthinkable pay which is a cool thing to know.” The benefits calculator is a good vehicle deployment support, Family assistance, pay happens. The retirement calculator allows Soldiers to assist Soldiers and spouses as they plan and allowances and programs such as the “Soldiers owe it to their Family to let them to figure out what their benefits will be under for the future, giving them peace of mind, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. know they will be taken care of if something the three different retirement systems: High Carlson said. Sergeant 1st Class Pete Mayes said he was happens,” Lt. Col. Jay Carlson of G-1, the Three, Final Pay and REDUX. Personal data for the calculators is drawn impressed with the site. program manager for the site, said. “MyArmyBenefits is the Army’s one-stop from the Defense Enrollment Eligibility “I’m scheduled to deploy downrange The site also lists information about 150 official resource for all benefits information,” Reporting System. sometime this year,” Mayes said. “And this different benefits ranging from child care to Carlson said. The calculators, including one for disability would be a great benefit to my wife and education assistance. Fact sheets are provided Until now, there was no one place to go for benefits, require Soldiers to log in using their daughter.”

CORRECTION/ADDITION WTU COVENANT, cont. from page 1 In the Feb. 26 story about Dental Health Month which he has been assigned had the covenant when he was assigned to them. He felt he was often ignored, and his needs activities on page 3, the West Point Women’s were not met. When he came to West Point, though, he knew the covenant already was in place. Club was inadvertently omitted from the story. “They really do live by it,” Issler said, explaining the unit worked diligently to get him appropriate housing, among The WPWC also gave the Dental Activity a grant other things. “They have done what they can for me and my Family. (The covenant) is not just a piece of paper.” to support the program, allowing DENTAC to provide the dental kits to students at the West The Army Warrior Health-Care Covenant Point Schools. • We are grateful for the contributions of warriors and their Families. • We will provide warriors and their Families the highest quality of care and services possible to honor their contributions to our nation. Sunday, 2 a.m. • We will provide the assistance needed by warriors and their Families during the healing process. Set your clocks forward. • We will provide initiatives and programs for warriors and their Families that support their transition back to duty or their continued service to our nation as a veteran. • We will provide an environment that is conducive to healing by focusing on body, mind, heart and spirit.

West Point Admissions wins awards Yearling Daniel White; Maj. Paul Island, Admissions marketing officer; Firstie Dave White; and Cow Susan Baker check for their photos and others they know in the 2008-09 Admission’s catalog and video/CD ROM they recently produced. West Point set the gold standard in the college catalog group and earned a silver award in the Video/CD Rom Viewbook category in the 24th annual Admissions Advertising Awards by Higher Education Marketing Report. “We are very proud of our success in this competition,” Col. Deborah McDonald, West Point’s director of admissions, said. The Admissions Advertising Awards is the largest educational advertising awards competition in the country. This year, more than 2,000 entries were received from more than 1,000 colleges, universities and secondary schools from all 50 states and several foreign countries. Ka t h y Ea s t w o o d /PV March 5, 2009 5 Community Features and Photos Cadets teach middle school about amateur radio Story and photo by Emily Tower Staff Writer Fifth-grader Katrina Nnadozie attempts to contact someone to chat with on a ham A crackle of static and a few squeaky moans from a radio’s radio Feb. 25 during a demonstration by speakers left students at West Point Middle School wondering the Cadet Amateur Radio Club at the West if they were in the middle of a science-fiction movie. Point Middle School. Cadets from the club The students pondered Feb. 25 contacting outer space or helped students try their hand at ham radio someone in “Star Wars” as the cadet-in-charge of the U.S. and discussed the importance of ham Military Academy Cadet Amateur Radio Club adjusted some radios during emergencies. dials and flipped some switches. The static broke into an unfamiliar language. Jaws dropped as Yearling Tom Dean explained the language was German. “We called all the way to Italy last night when we were testing this,” Dean told the class as students quickly quizzed each other on their German speaking skills. After demonstrating the radio’s ability to pick up chatter from around the world, cadets explained how amateur radios are used during emergencies, such as after natural disasters have wiped out telephone lines and cell phone towers. They told the students about the far-away places they’ve radioed— Antarctica, Australia, outer space. If they could talk to astronauts on this thing, the students were eager to try it. “This is whiskey two kilo golf yankee requesting CQ, CQ, CQ,” fifth-grader Katrina Nnadozie said into the radio’s microphone as if she’d done it a thousand times before. Katrina used the club’s call sign with the universal code for “I want to talk,” which is CQ, to see who was listening. Because the cadets in the club are licensed by the Federal Communications Commission to operate amateur radios, they could allow the students to attempt to contact others around the world with their guidance. Katrina repeated the call sign and code several times and waited for someone to answer. She hoped someone special in Washington would hear her. And if anybody responded, she hoped it would be “President Barack Obama,” she said matter-of-factly, so she could ask him “if he likes being the president.” Lindsey Shannon, a fifth-grader, would have enjoyed talking with her friends in Germany. Her friend, Michelle Wigger, thought chatting with someone in Egypt would have been great. “I’ve watched a lot of shows about Egypt and think it would be cool to talk to someone there,” Michelle, also a fifth-grader, said. “I would ask them what is their favorite food, and what do they like to do.” Penelope Combs, also a fifth-grader, thought getting in touch with her Greek roots would have been a highlight. The girls have made some long-distance phone calls to talk to Family as far away as Mexico and have chatted with deployed parents over the Internet. But, their first opportunity to talk to someone over a radio came with the cadets’ presentation. Unfortunately, nobody ever answered Katrina’s requests. Dean thought the sun’s energy might be interfering with the radio’s signal, which was almost as cool to the children as hearing someone in Germany speak in their classroom. Dean and Plebe Michael Johnston encouraged the children to visit the Boy Scout Jamboree in early May to try the radios again. The club will be supporting the Jamboree and frequently helps Boy and Girl Scouts with merit badges and other projects. The club maintains antennae on top of Bartlett Hall and keeps in practice in case their skills are needed during an emergency. The cadets admit they also chat on the radios just for fun. They keep a collection of cards documenting whom cadets have called. Dean and Johnston have found cards dating back to the 1930s and evidence of calls to East Germany and to the Challenger, the space shuttle that exploded in 1986, during one of its earlier missions. The West Point Schools students got to hear about the amateur radios through an enrichment program that offers a choice between a presentation or study hall. Past programs have included presentations from the West Point Band’s Hellcats, astronaut and USMA alumnus Lt. Col. Shane Kimbrough, USMA Arabic instructor Col. David DiMeo and Olympic and USMA swimming coach Mickey Wender. 6 March 5, 2009 Community Features and Photos Cadets introduced to infantry branch at ball Story and photo by Feb. 27 at an infantry ball held at martyred after disobeying several Emily Tower Eisenhower Hall. orders to kill innocent civilians. Staff Writer The ball was designed to Nine officers and NCOs welcome cadets who have branched received the Order of St. Maurice When terrorists flew airplanes infantry to the queen of battle and during the infantry ball. They were into the Twin Towers in New York introduce them to some of the Lt. Col. Brock Jones, Lt. Col. City, Firstie Sean Innes felt an infantry’s traditions. Peter Kilner, Maj. Ryan Wylie, overwhelming need to be near the “It is a wonderful opportunity Maj. Jamie Uptgraft, Capt. Shaun Big Apple. to interact with officers and Chandler, Capt. Albert Vigilante Jr., “It was kind of a weird calling,” (noncommissioned officers) Master Sgt. Christopher DuBois; Innes said. “I pay attention to those who have been there,” Firstie Master Sgt. Victor Rivera and Sgt. kinds of feelings.” Heritier Diakabana, who will be 1st Class Joe Chadwick. Capt. Innes, who has wanted to serve commissioned an infantry second Renee Vigilante received the Shield in the military his entire life, learned lieutenant at graduation, said. of Sparta, which recognizes an about the U.S. Military Academy “These are traditions we have to infantryman’s wife who displays in the aftermath of the Sept. 11, get used to, and I’m grateful to West exceptional volunteerism. 2001, terrorist attacks and decided Point for exposing us to them.” “This is very special to me,” he should try to become an Army Some of the traditions included Albert Vigilante said about the officer. toasts to the country, Army, award. “It is great to be recognized Once at USMA, Innes decided fallen Soldiers and ladies and a by my peers. I have seen many guys to follow in the footsteps of his grog ceremony, which honors do far more than me, and I feel Major Gen. Michael Barbero, commander of the U.S. Army favorite mentors, who all happen the different lands in which the undeserving of it. Nonetheless, I am Infantry Center and commandant of the U.S. Army Infantry to wear proudly light blue on their infantry has fought, complete with very appreciative, very humbled.” School, bestows the Order of St. Maurice upon Lt. Col. Brock dress uniforms, and branch infantry. Brig. Gen. Michael Linnington, Exposing future officers to Jones, Dept. of Military Instruction course director, during He accepted an extra three years commandant of the U.S. Corps of such great infantry examples as the infantry ball held Feb. 27 at Eisenhower Hall. The award onto his service obligation just to Cadets, and Command Sgt. Maj. the Order of St. Maurice recipients recognizes top infantry Soldiers and officers. do it, too. Anthony Mahoney, USCC senior was the best part of the ball, Maj. “I felt like it was always NCO, testing the grog brew by Gen. Michael Barbero, commander young cadets who want to serve station of choice, Hawaii. something I wanted to do,” Innes drinking it out of an old combat of the U.S. Army Infantry Center with the best.” “I don’t look at it as what I might said. “I was drawn to the qualities boot. and commandant of the U.S. Army Some 187 cadets branched be missing in life,” Innes, who will in infantry officers and want to Also during the ball, several Infantry School, said. infantry in the USMA class of 2009, be serving a minimum of 11 years develop those in myself.” infantry officers and Soldiers were “I’m very impressed with the Linnington said. in the Army after graduation, said. Innes cited “humility, devotion honored with the Order of St. future infantry leaders,” Barbero, Of those, many took an extra “If you look at life as what you’re to selfless service and humble Maurice, which recognizes top who was the event’s speaker, said. three years onto their service missing, you’re setting yourself confidence” as infantry qualities he infantrymen. “As the chief of infantry, I’m obligation to be in the infantry, just up for failure. It’s all about your admired. St. Maurice led the Theban pleased we are attracting the best like Innes, who took an extra three perspective. I’m setting myself up These qualities were celebrated Legion in ancient Rome and was to infantry. These are tremendous years on top of that to get his duty on a path I’m passionate about.” 8 March 5, 2009 Community Leisure Safe winter driving often equals lower fuel costs By Pat Horne for wear and pressure. keep other drivers safe by eliminating snow and ice that could DPW Energy Awareness Committee Tune ups are important for fuel economy. In a combustion fly off and hit another car. Luggage, ski, bike and boat racks engine, fuel and oxygen are ignited, which results in exhaust. also can add drag and reduce fuel economy and should be While winter is waning, safe driving and fuel conservation Most newer cars have computers that monitor and adjust removed when not in use. still are important during what’s left of the season’s cold fuel, oxygen and ignition levels to most efficiently produce Newer cars need almost no warm up. The computer- weather. power. controlled engine block and the antifreeze and oil can be warm Safe driving habits often are the same ones that conserve During tune ups key components are replaced such as within 30 seconds of starting the car. fuel. spark plugs, timing belts, exhaust gas sensors, and fuel and One habit to get into is slowing down in severe weather. air filters to help produce clean, efficient power. Launch of “INY” Campaign to Driving at higher speeds in winter weather causes sliding, Getting tune ups also help the environment by ensuring spinning tires and a potential for accidents. Driving at engines create less pollution and lessen the change of a break recruit 10,000 volunteers is vital reasonable speeds conserves fuel by avoiding hard starts, down. to Red Cross Month initiative spinning wheels and hard stops and slides, which cause a car’s Check tires during tune ups to make sure they are the engine to work harder to speed up. proper type and have ample tread for winter driving. Snow From Staff Reports Traveling too slowly can be just as dangerous. Maintaining tires might be needed in areas with significant amounts of speed up inclines is important to preventing slides. But, snow and ice. All-weather tires usually are sufficient in light The American Red Cross in Greater New York marks traveling faster than the speed limit up an incline will burn snow, rain and dry conditions. March is Red Cross Month with several key initiatives and extra fuel as the engine works against gravity to move the Proper tire pressure is essential. A tire low on air pressure events designed to honor the tradition that goes back to 1943 weight of the car. could blow out if it overheats. Adequate tire pressure also when President Roosevelt, in his role as honorary Red Cross Before traveling, drivers should make sure vehicles are helps maintain the best possible fuel mileage. Chairman, declared March as Red Cross Month to support properly outfitted for winter. Extra weight in the vehicle helps with traction during fundraising efforts and volunteer recruitment drives for Red Tune up and check the engine; belt drives; fuel, cooling snow and ice, but too much weight can reduce fuel economy. Cross activities during World War II. and heating systems; safety equipment lights; signals; wind Remove added weight from above the drive axle during bad Beginning Monday, ARC/GNY launched its new “INY” shield wipers and washer fluid; spare tire; suspension shocks weather. campaign which, in accordance with an agreement from Gov. and struts; brake pads; rotors; lines and fluid levels; and tires Clear snow and ice off the car to decrease weight and to David Paterson, borrows from the iconic “I♥NY” logo. The campaign’s primary goal is to recruit 10,000 volunteers to help prepare for a major disaster in greater New York. The campaign, which features current Red Cross volunteers from the greater New York area, will serve as a call to action for New Yorkers to Red Cross New York through volunteering, preparing for emergencies and donating. With nearly $3 million in donated media, the ads will reach millions of people in Greater New York where they live, work and play with a multi-channel mix that includes out-of-home, digital and print media. Additionally, the campaign will have squads of street teams on segways wearing “INY” T-shirts and buttons who will hand out ARC/GNY literature throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn. Other activities include: • Launching an “I NY” YouTube campaign with a dedicated You Tube Channel—www.youtube.com/ iredcrossny. People who upload videos on how they “Red Cross New York” will receive an “INY” button, and will be entered into a contest to win an “INY” T-shirt. • Sponsoring an INY outreach day March 25 at Madison Square Park in Manhattan where volunteers and employees will provide passersby with information about emergency preparedness and lifesaving skills training. • Kicking off the HEROES for the American Red Cross campaign, a grassroots/local effort where individuals, local businesses, schools, faith-based groups and civic clubs pledge to raise $1,000 for the Red Cross. Learn more at www. nyredcross.org/heroes. • Encouraging New Yorkers to stock up on preparedness items—first aid kits, emergency “Go Bags” flashlights, crank radios and more—at a 20 percent discount at the Red Cross Store—online at www.nyredcross.org and at ARC/GNY area Offices in each of the five boroughs. For further information, and a complete list of all of March’s activities go to the Red Cross Month landing page on www.nyredcross.org. Red Cross Month is full of opportunities for the community to engage with ARC/GNY. Command Channel 8/23 March 5-12 • Army Newswatch (broadcasts times) Thursday-Friday, Monday-March 12—8:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. • RCI meeting (broadcasts times) Thursday and March 12—7:30 p.m. Monday—9 a.m. Wednesday—2 p.m. At Your Leisure March 5, 2009 9 A Spouse’s Point of View A Few Pointers for New Spouses nice recorded voice of the Keller Appointment (Sadly, I had to learn this lesson twice). Line may have been what caused me to In conclusion, let me just say: $185 plus By Janine Boldrin miss getting one of the much-coveted same- $65 a day from the minute your car hits the lot. day appointments several times. I should And left, right, bear left onto 9W—directions With the upcoming 10th month anniversary have never listened to the recorded voice’s to get your car if it gets towed off of West of our living on West Point, I reflected upon whole spiel. So here’s a hint: just Press Point. Not that I know this from personal what I have learned since arriving. As many 1 to be connected with a live person and experience. But do be aware that using military spouses know, each post has its (hypothetically) get an appointment. “snow” as an excuse for not seeing the parking unwritten rules that you usually learn through This is a gem that I only learned last week. lines is not an acceptable defense. trial and error. And maybe I can save some Most long-timers (except me!) know that the You may want to clip this column out, newcomers a few bucks, a little time and posted commissary hours aren’t truly the stick it in an envelope and mail it off to the maybe a parking ticket or two by passing hours it is open. The doors really open at 9 spouse of your new sponsored Family. Please along a few pointers. a.m. during the week. There seem to be some jot a few of your own ideas on the edges. Who For instance, if upon arriving at West Point loose rules limiting your shopping during knows, they might thank you with a nice lunch had I known that Main Street in Highland this time, but maybe this foreshadows the at Subway when they get here. Just remember, Falls was recently redesigned based on the dreamy possibility of the store being open don’t go at noon because that’s when half of size of a Mini-Cooper, I would have never on Mondays. West Point seems to be eating there. decided to navigate my (insert absurdly large And a few fast facts that will serve (Editor’s note: Janine Boldrin is a writer, SUV name that most Army Families like to newcomers well from my months here. Yes, a mother and an Army spouse. To contact her own) downtown my first week here; thus AAFES gas pumps are slower than any others. about your experiences as a military spouse avoiding what has now come to be known as And, yes, the ones at West Point may seem to at West Point email her at janineboldrin@ “the time mommy got into an accident with be set to pump extra slow on blustery winter gmail.com.) all of us in the truck.” days. So, if the sun doth shine on a winter day And had I adopted the philosophy of “the when your tank is slightly low, hightail it up shoppette will most likely not stock (insert any the hill to fill it up. item that you run out of on a Monday)” a bit Yes, your child will need a physical for sooner, I could have spared myself many trips Basket Weaving Class. Make the appointment up the hill to come back down empty handed. as soon as you touch ground on West Point. (Note: if you are interested in purchasing any And, if you’ve never experienced a New York kind of beer or wine, rest assured that you will winter, make sure you’re careful when you find it there.) dust the snow off of your windshield. As for those bleary-eyed mornings when It seems DOD stickers don’t stick well on I woke after being up with a sick child all a frosty window when the wires of a brush night, I should have thought: Press 1. The run over it. Keller Corner Weight-loss surgery nutritional problem in the United States and Candidates for bariatric or weight-loss is close to smoking as the most frequent cause surgery have been dieting and exercising of early preventable death. without losing weight or maintaining weight Obesity significantly increases risk of loss. diabetes, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, Keller Army Community Hospital offers arthritis, coronary artery disease, sleep apnea laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding and venous stasis. Obesity also increases in addition to laparoscopic bypass and the risk of cancer of the breast, colon and laparoscopic gastric sleeve resection endometrium. Weight loss can significantly procedures. decreases the risk of these medical diseases These procedures are performed with the and premature death. latest laparoscopic equipment and instruments For more information, call the General using minimally invasive techniques. Surgery Clinic at 938-6850 or ask your Obesity is the most costly and common primary care manager for a consultation.

LifeWorks at Balfour Beatty Communities The LifeWorks Program at Balfour Beatty Communities offers events and activities throughout the year to foster community spirit and a strong neighborhood environment. The program is open to all residents of West Point Family housing, and all events are free. Upcoming events include: • Luck of the Irish—Stop by the Balfour Beatty Communities office Wednesday for a magic key to an Irish treasure chest. If your key opens the treasure chest you win the prize inside. • Leprechaun gold treasure hunt—Stop by 132 Bartlett Loop for the leprechaun gold treasure hunt from 2:30-4 p.m. March 17. A mid-day snack of green treats will be available to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. • Scavenger hunt—Join the community for a nature scavenger hunt from 1-2:30 p.m. March 19. Participants will meet at Stony Lonesome 11 playground. Each team will be given nature clues and will need to collect items from clues given to teams. Children of all ages are welcome. Contact Gellman, LifeWorks coordinator, at 446-6407 or [email protected] with any questions or suggestions. 10 March 5, 2009 At Your Leisure What’s Happening Art therapy and 5:30-8 p.m. Wednesday. serving children and adults with disabilities. Robertson was killed in Iraq, when his son All female combat veterans in the West For tickets, call 561-0670 ext. 1137 or go was only 2 months old. Point area are invited to attend free art therapy Book signings to www.orangeahrc.org. Firstie Daniel Krieger, who served in Iraq from 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays at Buffalo Soldier New York Times Bestselling author Greg in Robertson’s squad before coming to the Pavilion. Therapy will be facilitated by Mortenson, author of “Three Cups of Tea,” is Maple sugaring tour U.S. Military Academy, set up a trust fund Deborah Farber. scheduled to come to the USMA Bookstore Commemorate the Quadricentennial for Robertson’s son. For more information or to register, call for a signing from 2-3:30 p.m. Tuesday. with a tour of the Hudson Highlands Nature A group of about 50 cadets already has 938-0353. Craig Mullaney, author of “The Museum’s sugar bush. committed to participating. Unforgiving Minute: A Soldier’s Education,” Maple sugar tours start every half hour For information about how to participate Fish fry and Roger Miller, photographer for “West from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. weekends through or support the cadet runners, contact Krieger Holy Innocents Church, located at 401 Point: An Inside Look at the Long Gray March 22. Learn about the development of at [email protected]. Main St. in Highland Falls, is hosting a fish Line,” will be signing copies of their books maple sugaring through 400 years of New fry every Friday during Lent from 5-8 p.m. beginning at 9:30 a.m. March 13. York state history. Baggers needed Friday, March 13, 20, 27 and April 3. Artist Bruce Frank is scheduled to sign The West Point Commissary is accepting Fried tilapia and catfish, chicken tenders, copies of his paintings with depictions of West Women’s History Month observance applications for baggers. Call 938-3663, ext. macaroni and cheese, cole slaw and rolls are Point on March 14. The bookstore is located West Point’s Equal Opportunity Office 202 for more information. on the menu. on the fourth floor of Thayer Hall. is sponsoring a Women’s History Month A movie will be shown beginning at 6 observance luncheon at 11:30 a.m. March 30 Reading efficiency course p.m. each night. Red Cross classes in the West Point Club’s Grand Ballroom. The Reading efficiency course, RS102, For more information and to purchase The American Red Cross is offering Guest speaker will be retired Col. Christine begins March 23. The course is open to cadets. tickets, call 446-2197. several classes in February. All classes are Gayagas, U.S. Military Academy class of Faculty and staff may be placed on a waiting held at the Red Cross office next to the 1984. For tickets or more information, call list for the course. Group walk West Point Visitor’s Center. Registration is 938-2621/7082. The course has 10 lessons designed Volkssport Club of West Point will have a required, and walk-ins will not be accepted. to help increase reading speed without a group walk Saturday in Highland Falls. Classes include: PWOC spring session significant loss of comprehension. There is The walk has 5- and 10-kilometer trails • Adult and infant CPR, automated The Protestant Women of the Chapel is no homework, text, out-of-class assignments through the village of Highland Falls and external defibrillator: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 12 beginning its spring session. or WPRs/TEEs. onto West Point. and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 21; The group meets for fellowship and Classes are offered during B, E, H, K and The walk is free, and a fee can be paid • CPR for the professional rescuer: 9 a.m.- small group Bible study from 8:45-11 a.m. L hours of the cadet schedule. All classes take for AVA credit. This qualifies for AVA 6 p.m. Tuesday; Wednesdays and 7-9 p.m. Thursdays at the place in the reading lab in JH002, located in special programs, authors and literary • Adult CPR, automated external Post Chapel on Biddle Loop. the basement of Jefferson Hall. The course landmarks, cemetery stroll, courthouses, defibrillator: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. March 14; Free child care is available. syllabus will be sent before classes begin. historic churches, museums, riverwalk • Responding to emergencies: 4:30-8:30 For more information, call Robin Meyer For more information or to enroll or be put America, U.S. president, veteran memorials, p.m. March 16-20; at 446-8798. on the waiting list, call 938-3421 or e-mail walking waterfalls and firehouses. • EpiPen injector: 8:30-9:30 a.m. March [email protected]. All participants are invited to breakfast 20; Community grants, scholarships at Park Restaurant on Main Street, Highland • First aid: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. March 24; The West Point Women’s Club is accepting Yard sale Falls, at 9 a.m. Walk registration will be at • First aid and adult CPR, automated applications for community grants and The semi-annual West Point yard sale is 10:15 a.m. at the West Point Visitor’s Center. external defibrillator: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March scholarships for continuing education and schedule for April 4. The rain date is May 9. For more information, call 845-446-4709. 26. high school seniors. To register, visit www.nyredcross.org. Download applications at www. Glass factory tour Book fair westpointwc.com, and e-mail jkgilliam@ Gillinder Glass Factory in Port Jervis is The West Point Elementary and Middle Jazz concert hvc.rr.com for more information. offering tours March 29 and May 10. Visitors Schools’ Parent-Teacher Organization book A jazz benefit concert with the two-time can see glass making and glass blowing fair is scheduled for 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday- Grammy-nominated Tierney Sutton Band Charity marathon techniques the factory has used since 1861. March12 at the middle school’s gym. takes place at 7 p.m. March 15 at Mount St. The West Point community is invited Groups are welcome with advance Shopping for parents also is available 7 Joseph in New Windsor. to participate in the Potomac River Run reservations. For more information a.m.-4 p.m. Friday. The show is to benefit Orange County marathon May 3 to raise money for the son and to purchase tickets, visit www. Family shopping is scheduled for 7-8 a.m. AHRC, which is a not-for-profit company of Sgt. Michael Robertson. gillinderglassstore.com or call 856-5375. NOW SHOWING in the movie theater at Mahan Hall, Bldg. 752 Friday -- Frost/Nixon, PG-13, 7:30 p.m. Saturday -- Hotel For Dogs, PG, 7:30 p.m. Saturday -- My Bloody Valentine, R, 9:30 p.m. Th e t h e at e r s c h e d u l e a l s o c a n b e f o u n d a t w w w .a a f e s .c o m

MARCH share prices (as of 3/2) C Fund -- - 0.80 ( 8.1444) S Fund -- - 0.94 ( 9.4855) I Fund -- - 1.00 (10.6648) At Your Leisure March 5, 2009 11 FMWR Blurbs Inprocessing briefings is necessary, but participants must be 18 or complimentary Mother’s Day brunch tickets This year, awards will be given in six To improve services for incoming Soldiers older to play. for May 10. categories: active-duty military member, and Families, Army Community Service Make reservations by calling 938-8185. military spouse, military Family, civilian/ inprocessing briefings will take place at 9 a.m. English Language Learners retiree, youth and cadet. Wednesdays in the ACS Training Room. Defensive driving ACS is hosting English Language Learners All registered West Point volunteers are These briefings provide information The next defensive driving class will 9 a.m.-noon through March 31. eligible to receive these awards. about ACS programs and the West Point take place 8 a.m.-3 p.m. March 14 at ACS, Classes are held at ACS, Bldg. 622. All If you know someone who exemplifies community. Bldg. 622. skill levels are welcome. selfless service to this community, please fill Soldiers must attend to receive an ACS To register, call 938-2401. For more information, call 938-0632. out a Volunteer of the Year nomination form signature on their inprocessing checklist. available on the ACS Army Volunteer Corps Spouses are encouraged to attend. AFAP committee Parenting class page at www.westpointmwr.com or from For more information, call Ciara Luna, A commander’s AFAP steering committee ACS is hosting a parenting class about Army Community Service, Bldg. 622. Relocation Program manager, at 938-3487. meeting is scheduled from 1:30-4:30 p.m. living with teenagers at 6:30 p.m. April 15, Return to Jen Pagio, Army Volunteer March 17 at the Jewish Chapel. 22 and 29 at ACS, Bldg. 622. Corps Coordinator, at jennifer.pagio@usma. Summer camp applications West Point agencies will report on the 16 For more information and to register, call edu by March 13 or fax to 938-3019. Applications for School Age Services new AFAP issues from the 2008 conference 938-3921. summer camp for military Families not and the remaining six outstanding AFAP ACS volunteers wanted enrolled in SAS before/after school childcare issues. Musical tickets ACS can help build marketable skills to will be taken beginning at 8 a.m. today and Members of the West Point community Free tickets to see “Guys and Dolls” at incorporate into resumes. Friday at the Child Development Center, are welcome to attend. Albertus Magnus High School in Bardonia Volunteer and develop professional Bldg. 1207. Responses for issues submitted to AFAP are available to military Families. references and community networks while Camp applications for previous summer but not prioritized/selected by the workgroups Performances are scheduled for 8 p.m. giving back to the Army community. camp attendees will be taken beginning at are available online at www.westpointmwr. April 3-4 and 2 p.m. April 5. Volunteer areas include Financial 6:30 a.m. Monday and Tuesday at the CDC. com/afap.htm. To reserve tickets, call 938-6127 or e-mail Readiness, Employment Readiness, Army Applications for new campers will be For more information, call Jen Pagio at [email protected] by March 6. Family Action Plan and Relocation. taken beginning at 8 a.m. each day March 938-3655. The high school is located at 798 Route Child care costs will be covered. 11-20 at the CDC. 304. For more information, call 938-5658. Applications can be found at www. Job fair westpointmwr.com under the School Age ACS and ACAP are hosting a job fair from AER campaign Skate program Services section. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. March 26 in the Crest Room Army Emergency Relief campaign will The FMWR Community Skate Program For more information, call Tara Balfe at of The Hotel Thayer. continue through May 1. takes place 3:30-5 p.m. Sundays through 938-4458. Two military spouses will be hired For more information, contact Amy March 8 at Tate Rink. to support this event. Companies and Weyhrauch at 938-5839 or amy.weyhrauch@ Call 938-3066 for more information. Fitness training sessions organizations recruiting at the event come us.army.mil. Upcoming fitness training sessions from West Point and New York, Colorado, BOSS resale lot include the Army Ten-Miler self-paced New Jersey, North Carolina, Florida, Half-marathon training group Do you have a vehicle you want to sell? challenge at 8 a.m. Saturday at the FMWR Massachusetts, Texas, Virginia, Illinois and FMWR announces a half-marathon Consider the BOSS Resale Lot located in the Fitness Center, a cross-fit challenge at 9 a.m. Washington, D.C. training group to prepare runners for the New Commissary Parking lot. Saturday at Arvin Cadet Physical Fitness For more information, call Amy-Jo Jersey half-marathon May 3. Call 938-6497 for more information. Center and a bench press with 5K run at the Johnson at 938-5658. Training begins Wednesday, and the group FMWR Fitness Center. will meet twice a week for 15 sessions. CYSS SKIES For more information, call 938-6490. Basketball party All runs are led by Certified Personal Child, Youth and School Services SKIES Yuengs and Wings at the West Point Club Trainer Andrea Ingram. Instructional Program sessions are ongoing. Texas Hold’em takes place March 26-29 and April 4 and 6. Call the Fitness Center at 938-6490 to sign For more information about CYSS FMWR is hosting a Texas Hold’em A special menu is available 6-10 p.m. while up or e-mail everywomanfitness@hotmail. SKIES, visit www.westpointmwr.com or tournament at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Buffalo NCAA March Madness is playing. com for more information. call 938-3727/8893. Soldier Pavilion, Bldg. 628. Prizes will be given away March 28. Entry forms and payment can be dropped For more information, call 938-5120. Story hour Weekly job listings off at ITR, Bldg. 695, through Friday. Story hour at the Post Library is scheduled The Employment Readiness Program Entry forms are available online at www. Mother’s Day essay contest for 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. every Tuesday offers weekly job listings to military Family westpointmwr.com. The West Point Club’s Mother’s Day through April 28. members living on West Point and in the Walk-ins will be accepted the day of the Essay Contest began Sunday. All West Point children ages 3-5 are surrounding community. event on a space-available basis. Write about why your mom is special and invited to attend these free events. This is a free service. This event is open to civilians, Soldiers why she should be Mom of the Year. Registration is required weekly. To list your available openings with the and Family members 18 years and older. Send the entry along with a picture of your For more information, call 938-2974 or Employment Readiness Program, please If interested, please call 938-6497. mom via e-mail or postal mail. stop by the library, Bldg. 622. e-mail [email protected]. Reference “Mother’s Day Contest” on all Bunco night entries and mail to The West Point Club, 603 Volunteer of the Year awards The West Point Club will be hosting bunco Cullum Road, West Point, NY 10996 or e-mail The Volunteer of the Year awards will be night at 6 p.m. March 12. to [email protected]. presented at the annual Volunteer Recognition There will be food and the chance to win The winner will be announced May 1 Ceremony from 9:30-11:30 a.m. April 20 at gift cards and other prizes. No experience and will receive a day at the spa plus four the West Point Club Grand Ballroom.

Fo r PV h o m e d e l i ve r y p r o b l e m s c o n t a c t Ma t t O’Su l l i va n a t t h e Ti m e s h e r a l d -Re c o r d a t (845) 346-3214 o r b y e-m a i l a t MOSu l l i va n @TH-r e c o r d .c om . 12 March 5, 2009 Army and Community Sports Elliot surprises at Brigade Boxing Open Story and photos by knockout because he wore himself Eric S. Bartelt out with a quick flurry in the first Assistant Editor round and decided to change his approach in the bout versus Twenty-two fighters took to the Paddock. ring Feb. 24 at Hayes Gymnasium “I beat (the Coast Guard during the 53rd annual West Point opponent) up really well in the first Brigade Boxing Open, and the round, but then by the second and spotlight shined the brightest on one third rounds he got inside on me and of Army’s newest boxers. really wore me out,” Elliot said. “So Plebe Tyler Elliot took home the in the (BBO) I restrained myself Most Valuable Boxer of the evening, and I was determined to make it all chosen by ESPNU announcers Joe three rounds and didn’t want to die Tessitore and Teddy Atlas, with his out and embarrass myself in front second round technical knockout of everyone by standing there not of Yearling Charles Paddock in the throwing any punches. 195-pound weight class. “I tried to keep my cool during Elliot fought in only his fifth bout the first round and defended myself of the year, three during the BBO even though I lost significantly,” tournament, and surprised many he added. “However, in the second with his victory after finding himself round (Paddock) did what I did last behind after the first round. week where he showed signs of “I got my (butt) handed to me fatigue, I landed some good power in the first round and then coming punches to his head and he kind of back in the second round to win went into a daze and from there he Plebe Huseyn Panahov (right) catches Plebe James Brousseau with a right hand, but Brousseau really shocked me,” Elliot said. “As stopped defending himself and I fought back to earn the victory in the 156-pound weight class Feb. 24 at the 53rd annual West far as earning the (MVB), it was took the opportunity to pick him Point Brigade Boxing Open in Hayes Gymnasium. more of a situational thing because apart to get the victory.” boxer and he works very hard and for the experience I get and I’ve Ricky Garcia. Last year’s 125-pound (Paddock) beat me up in the first The crowd jumped up and went is fundamentally sound and he has been sparring with Jody Chapman BBO champion, Yearling Danilo round and then I got a few good hits wild after Elliot knocked down a great future with the team, he’s and he’s shown me a lot as has Garcia, who also was the 125-pound to daze him and from there I just his veteran opponent, an opponent got all the tools—he’s strong, big, Paddock,” Elliot explained. “They national champion, earned another took it to him.” whom Army boxing coach Ray works hard and is not afraid. Still, beat me up, but I see what I need to brigade open win with a victory over There were plenty of factors that Barone feels should win the national I expect Chad to win the national improve on.” C-3 company mate, Plebe Fabian led to Elliot falling behind early championship at 195 pounds. championship.” Chapman, the only firstie on this Lopez. including fighting on television “I think Chad (Paddock) may Elliot credits Paddock, who won year’s Army boxing team, earned For the second straight year for the first time with the bright have been a little overconfident the West Point BBO heavyweight the victory in the 185-pound weight at 112 pounds, Yearling Josef lights and excitement of the brigade after the first round and came in championship last year, as being class over Cow A.J. Pisano in a Grohoski defeated Yearling Kyle championships, but he felt it really with his hands a little low and as a guy who has shown him a lot three-round decision. Kiriyama. At 119 pounds, because stemmed back to the weekend he walked in, he got caught (with this year in and out of the ring All the fights the rest of the Cow Matt Longo was ill, there was before during a loss to a U.S. Coast a power punch) and once he got while another guy he credits as an night ended in three-round decisions no contested bout. At 132 pounds, Guard Academy opponent. caught with the hard punch I think upperclassman influence is Firstie including the third straight brigade Yearling Johnny Garcia earned his Against the USCGA opponent, it threw him off,” Barone said. “I Jody Chapman. title for 165-pound champion Cow second consecutive title at 132 by Elliot was a victim of a technical knew Tyler (Elliot) was a good “The starters are responsible Ryle Stous, who also is looking defeating Cow Jevon Thomas. toward his second straight national Also earning victories on the championship in April at the evening were Yearling Luis Clasby NCAA Boxing championships at over Cow Deonte Dawson (147 the University of Maryland, as he pounds), Plebe James Brousseau defeated Yearling Scott Ginther. over Plebe Huseyn Panahov (156 Last year’s Most Outstanding pounds), Cow William Myers over Boxer of the West Point BBO, Cow Alois Renggli (175 pounds) Yearling Terrell Anthony, earned and Cow Cedric Fraser over Yearling another hard-fought win when he Artem Boyev in the final bout in the bloodied his opponent Yearling heavyweight class.

Yearling Danilo Garcia (right) sneaks a left hand to the face of his 125-pound opponent, Plebe Plebe Tyler Elliot (right) fought off a furious first round by Yearling Fabian Lopez. Garcia would go on to win his second Brigade Boxing Open and is now looking to Charles Paddock, who won at the BBO last year at heavyweight, earn his second national championship at 125 pounds in April. to earn a technical knockout victory in the second round. Army and Community Sports March 5, 2009 13 Always the fighter, Stous works toward second championship Story and photos by “At that point, I didn’t have Eric S. Bartelt a place to go to because I wasn’t Assistant Editor allowed to be shipped while I was on crutches,” Stous said. “I was Earning his third consecutive waiting for orders for a new duty Brigade Boxing Open championship station when I got accepted to the Feb. 24 wasn’t as hard as the first academy. I did put in a packet, one he earned two years ago, but but it wasn’t the No. 1 thing I was boxing is relatively easy compared thinking about at the time. to growing up in San Diego with “My injury helped me decide six siblings, three of whom were on coming to West Point,” he adopted. added. “I had given up the thought Cow Ryle Stous is about as of higher learning (when I quit strong and competent of a cadet community college), but it was kind one will ever meet at West Point, of a weird twist of fate that I wound and much of that is born out of his up here at one of the most rigorous background. academic academies in the world His parents, Gary and Mickey, because I wasn’t thinking about it, were not rich but were compelled by I was thinking about going Special compassion to adopt three children Forces.” with the four children they already While disappointed that his had because of their missionary dream of being in the Special Forces background in Mexico and Latin was not achieved, the opportunities America. that the academy has offered him Stous said with seven children since have more than made up for in the household, six of them boys, that initial disappointment. it was second nature for him to Stous went to the U.S. Military box, even though he didn’t start Academy Preparatory School before Cow Ryle Stous (right) earned his third Brigade Boxing Open by defeating Yearling Scott Ginther officially boxing until he got to the he came to West Point, and that’s in a three-round decision Feb. 24. U.S. Military Academy. His hectic where he picked up boxing as a weeks before the nationals, and The combination of his boxing my parents being missionaries in home life led to his comfort in the sport. Initially his dream was to play his redemption at the nationals led skills and important victories, his Paraguay,” Stous said. “We did a ring and his ability to overcome his football as he did in high school; to Army boxing’s first-ever team solid grade point average (3.5 GPA) lot of missionary work in Mexico opponents. however, he was still recovering national championship. and his overall work ethic led to as well while I was growing up and “I have the ability to stay calm from his ligament damage in his “Ryle (Stous) is very perceptive him being named team captain this I would always go on those trips. when I’m boxing and I contribute ankle. So once he got to West Point, and he knew what that guy did to year as a cow. He’s the first boxer Every time I would come back that to my siblings because they because he couldn’t play football in beat him and he knew what he had to be named captain as a cow during from those trips, I would be more created a war zone while growing the fall, he chose boxing. to do to beat the other guy,” Army Barone’s tenure as boxing coach at motivated to learn Spanish. up,” Stous said. “We were always “I picked up boxing to pass the head boxing coach Ray Barone said. Army. “(The semester abroad) was boxing each other and doing time and knew West Point had a “Ryle came back with a strategy “Ryle is tenacious and is the most exciting thing I’ve done rigorous stuff like that, so I feel at good program, and I stuck with it,” because the guy would switch up to extremely competitive and is a guy at the academy outside of being home while I’m boxing.” Stous said. “I’m glad I did stick with southpaw every once in awhile and who sets the example in all realms on the boxing team,” Stous added. The 23-year-old Californian it because it’s been a lot more fun. Ryle was ready for it and as soon as and leads from the front,” Barone “Absolutely, hands down, I can’t did not come directly to West Point It’s a good time winning.” he did it, bang, he hit the guy. said. “His leadership is important to think of anything else that would from high school as he joined the Winning three Brigade Opens “I was pretty certain when the the team as they perceive him in a compare to that experience.” Army as an enlisted Soldier. Early was nothing compared to winning final bell rang that we won the good light. He leads from the front A tough guy at heart from an into his enlistment, depending on the national championship at 165 championship based on (Ryle’s) academically and physically in the unorthodox Family, Stous said how one looks at it, Stous received a pounds last year when he earned performance,” Barone added. ring, so it’s easy to have a guy like one of his first toys as a child he bad break when he broke his leg and a 4-1 decision in the national final “Winning the national championship him say, ‘let’s pick it up,’ because received was a machete that his tore ligaments in his ankle during versus Travis Murray of the U.S. (off his bout) last year was pretty it’s like having a Michael Jordan parents gave him to cut grass in the airborne school and from that his Coast Guard Academy. fitting because of Ryle’s presence, on the team. yard, and ever since then he’s been job as an 18 X, which is a Special Murray had beaten Stous in his work ethic and his being a “You don’t argue with what he a selfless-serving young man who Forces option, was terminated. the finals at the regionals two complete cadet.” brings to the table,” he added. “They has been chopping down obstacles respect the fact that he’s been a along the way. national champion, a good student The next obstacle he wants and a leader.” to chop down is getting his team Stous credits boxing for helping another national championship, and give him discipline and direction at he’s extremely excited at the chance, the academy and more than just in especially as captain, to get another the ring. national team and individual title. “It gives you a reason to keep “As a captain, my main focus is your head up high on a daily basis for us to win again, and to do that we and gives me something to look must all work together to maximize forward to,” Stous said. “It’s a great our potential and best train to our opportunity to develop the skill of own individual means,” Stous said. boxing for four years and gives you “The pressure to live up to our own confidence in other areas in life.” expectations doesn’t guarantee Boxing is just one of the things anything in this sport because a lot he’s been able to enjoy during his of things can happen from injuries time at the academy. Last semester, to many other variables, so I don’t Stous was able to participate in want to be too confident. the semester abroad program as he “We got to go out and do the traveled to Mexico. exact same thing we did last year, Stous didn’t compete in boxing which is work hard to make sure during the fall semester, but he it happens again,” he concluded. did participate in jujitsu while in “We try to minimize the pressure Mexico. by taking care of the details of our For him, it was a chance to training and maintain the underdog return to a country where he spent a mentality. The other teams and lot of his time while growing up as boxers aren’t going to throw in a son of active missionaries. the towel just because we’re Army With his ability in the ring and earning good grades in school, Cow Ryle Stous (right) became the “My whole motivation to boxing, we got to go out and earn team’s first cow to become captain under Coach Ray Barone. learn Spanish to begin with was it.” 14 March 5, 2009 Army and Community Sports Army earns PL fourth seed with Bucknell win By Brian Gunning nine rebounds. Athletic Communications Cow forward Cleveland Richard chipped in with 12 points, his 10th LEWISBURG, PA.—Army double-digit game in the last 12 opened the second half on a 19-2 outings. run to break open a two-point game For the first time since the and cruised to a 70-53 win over Brown game Nov. 26, Army had as Bucknell in Patriot League men’s many as four players score at least basketball action Feb. 28 at Sojka 10 points. Pavilion. Bucknell’s (7-22, 4-10) Patrick The victory improved the Black Behan led all scorers with 23 points, Knights record to 10-18 overall and 17 of which came in the first half, 6-8 in the conference and clinched and completed the double-double the fourth seed and a quarterfinal with a game-high 12 rebounds. home game in the Patriot League Behan was six for 10 from the Tournament. floor and five of six at the line in Wednesday’s home game the first 20 minutes but mustered against fifth-seeded Lehigh marked only two field goals and two free Army’s first game at Christl Arena throws after halftime. It was his fifth in the postseason since the current consecutive 20-point game. format of higher seeds hosting was Justin Castleberry scored 11 put into effect. points for the Bison. It marked Army’s first Patriot The Army defense limited League Tournament game as the Bucknell to only 30.4 percent from higher seed. the field and just 21.1 percent from Plebe guard Julian Simmons led three-point range. the Black Knights with a career- The Black Knights outrebounded high 21 points against Bucknell. the Bison, 41-38. For the fifth time The rookie fired in a career-best this season, Army held the edge on five three-pointers and grabbed a the glass. career-high five rebounds. Army shot 41.8 percent for the Simmons was one of four Army game, including 50 percent in the starters to score in double figures. second half, and was nine of 18 from Plebe guard Julian Simmons knocked down a career-high 21 points at Bucknell Feb. 28 to help Cow guard Josh Miller tied his three-point range. earn Army a fourth-place seed in the upcoming Patriot League Tournament. Army hosted the season high with 18 points, nine of Army’s six Patriot League wins quarterfinal Wednesday against Lehigh. Er i c S. Ba r t e l t /PV which came from the foul line. tie the program’s best showing The win was also the Black Wednesday’s quarterfinal game have met in the Patriot League Firstie center Doug Williams and marks the first time the Black Knights’ second straight road win against Lehigh marked the third quarterfinals. scored a season-high 14 points and Knights have reached that mark in after five consecutive losses away straight season that the Black Army took the previous two just missed a double-double with consecutive seasons. from West Point. Knights and Mountain Hawks meetings, both in Bethlehem, Pa. West Point to sponsor two teams for the CLUB RESULTS Army Ten Miler, registration opens April 1 • Men’s Rugby: What “American Rugby News” deemed one of the games of the week turned out to be quite a showing Feb. 28 at State College, Pa. The annual Army Ten-Miler will open registration April 1 for the Oct. 4 race in Washington. The Army, despite a number of injuries, held off Penn State to earn a race is open to military and civilians to compete for top awards in more than 27 divisions. 30-30 tie in regulation. Last year’s race sold out in 21 days. Because this is the 25th anniversary of the ATM, Army played a good overall game, pressing the play continually it is expected to sell out by mid-May. Participants are encouraged to register early at www. through most of the match. armytenmiler.com. Cow flanker Bobby O’Neill had an outstanding effort with three West Point’s Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation is sponsoring two tries, and the backs, particularly the centers, and Yearling flyhalf Dave teams—one with four active-duty personnel and one with four Better Opportunities for Single Geib, had outstanding games as well. Soldiers personnel. The Black Knights started the scoring early in the first half with a All potential team members must register as individuals first at www.armytenmiler.com. multi-phased attack that ended with a 50-meter race down the sideline To qualify for either team, potential members must run in the West Point 5k-10k event. by O’Neill. Geib received the ball from Firstie scrumhalf John Wagner, Those with the best scores will be chosen for one of the two teams. Teams then must register spun it wide through the centers where O’Neill received a short pass by Aug. 8. and outran five Penn State defenders. The field for the ATM has been expanded to 30,000 participants, up from 26,000 in Army came back after the Nittany Lions tied the game, with a try 2008. by Geib. Mid-phase, Geib, with a short line on the blindside, switched fields, broke the line and dodged two defenders before taking it in from about 30 meters out. After Penn State tied the game at 10, it was 15-10 before halftime when O’Neill scored on the best play of the match. The centers ran a Sports calendar dynamic line and Cow Mike Sheehan took a pass from Geib and pulled it across to O’Neill, right in front of the outstretched arms of the defender March 7-17 and he went in untouched. Corps The second half started off with a scary moment as Sheehan took an Mo n d a y -- Me n ’s Te n n i s v s . Ma r c h 17 -- La c r o s s e v s . illegal hit to the face that knocked him out of the game. Sa t u r d a y -- Wo m e n ’s Te n n i s v s . Fu r m a n , Li c t e n b e r g Te n n i s Le h i g h , Michie St a d i u m , 7 p.m. Army went up 20-10 when Cow Andrew Dill took an inside line Qu i n n i p i a c , Li c h t e n b e r g Te n n i s Ce n t e r , 3 p.m. from 20 meters out and pushed his way through multiple defenders to Ce n t e r , 9 a.m. Club get a try. Tu e s d a y -- So f t b a l l v s . FDU Penn State bounced back to make it 20-15. Army added two more Sa t u r d a y -- La c r o s s e v s . Air (DH), Ar m y So f t b a l l Co m p l e x , Fr i d a y -- Wo m e n ’s La c r o s s e v s . tries as Geib read the gap and took the ball in from more than 20 meters Fo r c e , Michie s t a d i u m , No o n . 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. De l w a r e , Da l y Fi e l d , 6 p.m. out. O’Neill scored one more time off a great lineout set up by his own Su n d a y -- Wo m e n ’s Te n n i s v s . Ma r c h 14 -- Gy m n a s t i c s v s . Su n d a y -- Wo m e n ’s Ru g b y v s . kick, chase and pressure. Ma r i s t (9 a.m.) & Co l g a t e W i l l i a m & Ma r y , Io w a & Na v y , An d e r s o n r u g b y Co m p l e x , Penn State responded. However, with two unanswered tries that tied (No o n ), Li c h t e n b e r g Te n n i s Springfield, Gr o s s Ce n t e r , 1 p.m. the game at 30 and, with West Point knocking on the doorstep of the try Ce n t e r . 6 p.m. zone in the closing seconds, the whistle was blown to end the game.