VOLUME 9 NO. 15 NOVEMBER 26 – DECEMBER 9, 2020 SUBMIT STORIES TO: [email protected] STRIPESKOREA.COM FACEBOOK.COM/STRIPESPACIFIC FREE SUBMIT A PHOTO FOR THE COVER OF with Friends un F in Cheongdo PAGE 8 GotGot a greatgreat shotshot ofof mainland Japan, Okinawa, Korea or Guam? If so, submit it and maybe it’ll end up on the front page of :HOFRPHWRWKH3DFLÀF Photo deadline: Jan. 15 Facebook.com/StripesPacific stripeskorea.com LETTERS FROM THE HEART PAGES 4-5 Dear 2 STRIPES KOREA A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC NOVEMBER 26 − DECEMBER 9, 2020 LEADERSHIP IN ACTION IMCOM-P NCO of the Year embodies excellence STORY AND PHOTO BY SPC. MATTHEW MARCELLUS, will get it with work.” Max D. Lederer Jr. USAG HUMPHREYS Publisher “I define Wamble uses the experiences and success Lt. Col. Richard E. McClintic leadership as at these competitions as a means to augment Commander CAMP HUMPHREYS – The unbreakable being brave and enhance his leadership qualities, demon- Chris Verigan spirit of strong and effective leadership de- Engagement Director enough to strating to his soldiers the value of dedication fines the role of an Army leader, is a vital as- and determination. Marie Woods pect of the Army’s success and provides for want more, Publishing and Media Design Director but also being “Last year I was a little disappointed know- Chris Carlson soldiers to reach their warfighting potential ing that I didn’t even come close, so this year Publishing and Media Design Manager disciplined in an ever-changing world. it was rewarding to win and show my soldiers Eric Lee enough to Advertising and Circulation Manager For Sgt. Brennan M. Wamble, a native of that it is possible,” said Wamble, noting his Enrique “Rick” W. Villanueva Jr. Chicago and an air traffic control operator work for it.” previous unsuccessful competition perfor- Korea Area Manager assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters – Sgt. Brennan M. Wamble mance. “A lot of people would give up, saying Jinsun Song Operations Manager Company, United States Army Garrison – ‘I didn’t win last time, so why would I do it Humphreys, the value of his leadership was Kentaro Shimura years’ events, in response to the COVID-19 this time?’ But, I tried again and made it.” Production Manager on full display after he won the HHC Soldier pandemic, demonstrating the Army’s contin- Embracing his position as a role model, Rie Miyoshi of the Quarter, HHC NCO of the Quarter and Engagement Manager ued commitment to the health and safety of Wamble uses a direct form of leadership that ultimately the U.S. Army Installation Man- Denisse Rauda its soldiers and communities. demonstrates to his soldiers the importance Publishing and Media Design Editor agement Command – Pacific NCO of the Year “Because the competition was a lot more of the tactical and technical skills, which are Publishing and Media Design Writers competitions in 2020. essential to success as a soldier. ChiHon Kim virtual, people had a lot more time and op- Shoji Kudaka “I define leadership as being brave enough “I try to lead by example, my soldiers see portunity to compete,” said Wamble. “We Takahiro Takiguchi to want more, but also being disciplined my work every day and I make sure that I am Layout Designers got everything way ahead of time. I tried to enough to work for it,” said Wamble, reflect- trying my best because I’m a role model to Mamoru Inoue make myself look extremely good on paper Yukiyo Oda ing upon the pressure that Army leaders of- them,” said Wamble. “They look at me and Yuko Okazaki by showing all of my awards and accomplish- Kayoko Shimoda ten handle. “I think everyone should strive to say ‘Sgt. Wamble works hard, if he does that ments while scoring a 300 on the Army Phys- Multimedia Consultants be that way. You have to be brave enough to then why shouldn’t I do that?’” Max Genao Doug Johnson ical Fitness Test. I strove to be the best at Brian Jones Jason Lee even want to do these competitions, because Mentoring junior soldiers is an important Hans Simpson Chae Pang Yi they are hard, but it is fulfilling when you’re each category that the competition offered.” part of being an NCO, ensuring that soldiers Gianni Youn Robert Zuckerman disciplined enough to work for it.” Finding a sense of inspiration and drive in Graphic Designers maintain a strong sense of readiness, lethality Kenichi Ogasawara Yosuke Tsuji The IMCOM-P NCO of the Year competi- his mental toughness and resiliency, Wamble and proficiency at their tasks and specialties. Sales Support tion determines the top NCO from across the applied an important personal mantra which “The most important part of mentoring Kazumi Hasegawa Hiromi Isa Ichiro Katayanagi Yoko Noro command’s garrisons in the Pacific region, in- guides him to success as a leader. another soldier for me, is being able to do the Yusuke Sato Saori Tamanaha cluding installations across South Korea, Ja- “I tell myself ‘a strong body will carry a Toshie Yoshimizu Un Chong Yu job right and being able to motivate,” said pan, Hawaii, Kwajalein and Alaska, through weak mind nowhere, but a strong mind will Wamble. “When it comes to balancing sol- For feedback and inquiries, a rigorous competition designed to stress the carry a weak body anywhere,’” said Wamble, dier training with ATC training, we have an contact [email protected] competitors’ soldier skills and Army knowl- emphasizing the importance of this belief. intense training program. As a leader, I can To place an ad, call DSN 755-2255 edge. This year’s competition was held in “You have to visualize winning and accom- impact my soldiers’ ability to be powerful stripeskorea.com/contact a much more virtual format than previous plishing something first, then later on you and lethal by leading by example.” NOVEMBER 26 − DECEMBER 9, 2020 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC STRIPES KOREA 3 2020 ADMISSIONS FALL VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE KOREA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Pangyo Campus High School Middle School Elementary School Tuesday, Nov 17 Wednesday, Nov 18 Thursday, Nov 19 10 AM. Via ZOOM 10 AM. Via ZOOM 10 AM. Via ZOOM Seoul Campus Contact Info Pangyo Campus Seoul Campus 031-789-0505 02-3496-0510 www.kis.or.kr www.kisseoul.org RSVP is required. Please visit our website for more information. Elementary School Monday, Nov 30 10 AM. Via ZOOM 4 STRIPES KOREA A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC NOVEMBER 26 − DECEMBER 9, 2020 Dear..... Letters fromf the heart Editor’s Note: These students from Humphreys Middle School know they have a lot to be thankful for, so they took some time to write to those who play such a big part in their lives. Thanks for sharing with us, guys! Dear Mom, thankful that you help me clean my room and let me have there is no way I’ll ever be able to repay all the things you’ve made a big impact on my life even though I am still young. I want to thank you for everything you do. You do so much sleepovers with my friends. I’m thankful for the way you done for me. You guys have always been at my side no Mama and Papa you have smothered me in your love, I love for so many people, including me. I appreciate when you treat me with care and love. matter what has ever happened and I’ll be at your side too. you both a lot and appreciate your effort and love bringing make dinner almost every single night. It almost always 'DG\RXDUHWKRXJKWIXOEUDYHDQGVHOҖHVV<RXQHYHUSXW You guys are the best parents in the world and no one could me up to be a better individual. Mama and Papa thank you tastes phenomenal! The only reason why I said almost \RXUVHOIҕUVWDQG\RXWKLQNRI\RXUFKLOGUHQ¥VQHHGVDERYH replace you guys. I love you and always will. for giving me the support that I need to achieve my goals, always instead of always is because I am a very picky eater. your own. I am thankful that you take time to let me cook Sincerely, and for believing I have the talent to reach my goals. Thank Thank you for doing the laundry, the cat litter, or the dishes. and workout with you. I am also thankful for my allowance Marcus Inglis, 6th grade you for making me realize I should be treated equally and I appreciate how you listen to me talk, A LOT. Especially on and for letting me spend my money on Pokemon Go and fair and should never settle for less than I deserve. Thank WKHҕUVWGD\RISK\VLFDOVFKRRODIWHUVFKRRO,ZDVWDONLQJ XBox. I am also thankful for you going on raids with me. Dear Mrs. Wheeler, you for spending countless hours of homework on math to you, describing my day, for at least 20 minutes ( I am You both work tirelessly for our family to ensure we are You are more than a kindergarten teacher to me. You to keep me challenged and ahead. Thank you both for a chatterbox). I appreciate it when you are on your hands taken care of and have fun. I am grateful for movie nights on have shaped the way I am as a student today and the coaching me on the sidelines before, during, and after every and knees cleaning up the mess that my siblings and I made. the big screen, bike rides, card games and cool vacations to main reason I love to go to school everyday.