RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE 65th Year • No. 42 • OCTOBER 21, 2011

INSIDE ... JBSA ENERGY FAIR, P3 ... RANDOLPH READIES FOR AIR SHOW, P4 ... WOUNDED WARRIORS PLAY BALL, P12

A publication of the 502nd Air Base Wing – Joint Base San Antonio

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OCTOBER 21, 2011PAGE 2 WINGSPREAD

By Michael HoffmanRandolph Retiree Activities Office director

With Retiree Appreciation Day Saturday at the Kendrick E'Club, I was asked, “Why should we appre-ciate retirees? What’s so important about them? They just clog up the lines at the commissary and phar-macy.”

That set me to thinking. I’ve been a retiree for 20 years. Why should retirees be appreciated? After some consideration, I offer these answers.

Retirees should be appreciated because of the sacrifices they have made for our freedom. We should take time out to hear their “war stories” about what they did way back then. They have awesome tales to tell.

My own father, a World War II Lockheed P-38 “Lightning” pilot in North Africa and Italy, shared his stories with me. My father and his compatriots lived in tents in the desert and farmers’ fields, ate powdered eggs and used granu-lated sugar that refused to dissolve in their coffee. They flew at high altitudes with just a single heater hose to warm the cockpit as frigid air blew in around the .50-caliber machine guns in the nose.

They watched their buddies roll up in balls of flame, or simply disappear into a cloud, never to be

seen again. With some variations, stories like this were repeated in Korea, Vietnam and the Gulf Wars.

Retirees should be appreciated because they led the way and are a fount of knowledge and experi-ence upon which current leaders may draw, if they choose to do so. Bernard of Chartres is credited with the phrase, “We are dwarfs standing on the shoulders of giants.”

Retirees are the latest in a series of giants who established many of the tactics and policies used by the armed forces today. They stand ready to share their expertise with today’s generation and it isn’t all just “war stories.” They have seen what’s worked and what hasn’t worked in the past and can help today’s leaders avoid similar pitfalls.

Retirees should be appreciated because they continue to serve today as volunteers, both on and off base. You see them working at the

pharmacy handing out your lat-est prescription. The person at the information desk at the clinic or at Brooke Army Medical Center prob-ably was a retiree volunteer. You see volunteers shelving books at the base library or assisting at the base chapel.

If you have attended a burial at Fort Sam Houston National Cem-etery those guys in the black and white uniforms who provided three volleys of rifle fire and played “Taps” were retiree volunteers. Let’s face it – in today’s environment of manpower cutbacks retiree volun-teers have helped ease the pain.

So, the next time you’re at the commissary and you see some white-haired retirees in line in front of you, shake their hands, ask what they did in the service, patiently lis-ten to their responses and then let them know how much you appreci-ate them.

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Editorial StaffBrig. Gen. Theresa Carter

CommanderMarilyn Holliday

Chief of Public AffairsAirman 1st Class Precious Yett

EditorAirman 1st Class Alexis Siekert

Robert Goetz, Alex SalinasStaff Writers

Maggie ArmstrongGraphic Designer

Runners from relay team "Toros" head for the finish line during the Rambler 120 competition at Canyon Lake, Texas, Oct. 15. The endurance event, hosted by Joint Base San Antonio, in-cluded running, cycling and rowing. For complete coverage of the event, see page 8. Photo by David Terry

Retirees: 'We aren’t just war stories'"Retirees should be appreciated because of

the sacrifices they have made for our freedom. We should take time out to hear

their 'war stories' about what they did way back then. They have awesome tales to tell."

ON THE COVER

Randolph Air Force BaseCombined Federal Campaign

As of Wednesday, Randolph AFB has met almost 57 percent of

its goal toward the CFC.

The campaign runs through Oct. 28. See your unit CFC

representative to donate.

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By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Randolph Air Force Base’s Kendrick E'Club is the setting next week for the Joint Base San Antonio Energy Fair, an opportu-nity to learn about the latest in energy con-servation technologies and to talk to energy experts in the public and private sectors.

The energy fair, an Energy Awareness Month event that takes place Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will feature a variety of vendors that specialize in energy-saving products, as well as representatives from CPS Energy, San Antonio Water System and the Texas A&M Center on Applied Tech-nology, and energy teams from Randolph, Lackland AFB and Fort Sam Houston.

The Randolph energy management team has planned the base’s own en-ergy fair for the last two years, but this year’s event is a collaborative effort of the JBSA installations.

“The Joint Base San Antonio energy of-fi ce worked with the Defense Technology Institute and W.W. Grainger Inc. to plan the energy fair,” Ruben Ramos, Randolph utili-ties manager, said. “We’re expecting about

30 vendors this year.”Bruce Dschuden, 902nd Civil Engineer

Squadron resource effi ciency manager, said the event will cover a range of energy servic-es and products such as lighting, insulation and HVAC – heating, ventilation and air-con-ditioning – systems. A seminar on light-emit-ting diode lighting is also planned.

“It’s a great forum for people to talk about energy,” he said. “Everybody who shows up will benefi t from it.”

The event will also feature giveaways, door prizes, light snacks and refreshments.

The energy-effi cient technologies that will be showcased at the energy fair will appeal to business owners, including construction contractors, and to homeowners, as well as to base leadership, who will see opportuni-ties for energy savings.

“People will be able to ask questions on how they can save energy and will see the latest technologies,” Ramos said.

The fair is part of an effort during Energy Awareness Month to spread the energy con-servation message at all JBSA installations. Randolph kicked off the month with the de-but of Sunny GreenWatts, the energy aware-ness mascot who is making appearances at

various functions. Randolph has also begun a six-month competition that is encouraging base personnel and residents to reduce their

energy consumption.For more information, call 652-5205 or

email 902cescea.rafb.energy@us.af.mil.

JBSA installations collaborate on this year’s energy fair

Joint Base San Antonio and the Randolph Air Force Base

Energy Management Team host theJoint Base San Antonio Energy Fair

Wednesday ~ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.at the Kendrick E'Club

Attendees will have an opportunity to speak with energy experts, visit displays from CPS Energy, General Electric,

Schneider Electric, Spectrum Lighting,Texas A&M Center on Applied Technology and more.

Refreshments • Door Prizes • Give aways

By Air Education and Training Command Public Affairs

Gen. Edward A. Rice Jr., Air Education and Training Command commander, took 25 civic leaders from 16 different base com-munities recently to observe training at Eg-lin Air Force Base and Hurlburt Field, Fla.

Three representatives from Randolph AFB, Dr. Eric Reno, Jack Hebdon and Pat O'Brien, along with 22 other members of the AETC Commander’s Group, visited the newest joint training center for F-35 Light-ning II pilots and maintainers at Eglin AFB. The group saw fi rst-hand how the state-of-the-art facility and training systems will advance how people learn and standard-ize procedures. They then visited the 33rd Fighter Wing to see the fi fth-generation air-craft in its new home.

At Eglin, they also toured the larg-est and only climatic laboratory in the Air Force where the group experienced 165-degree heat.

They also visited the Taconi Room, where the Air Force Research Lab showcases its success stories in weapons development. The Commander’s Group then moved into an undeveloped portion of the base where

the 96th Ground Combat Training Squad-ron trains security forces. The squadron is only one of four in the Air Force. The group fi red weapons, experienced a Hum-vee rollover and learned about improvised explosive devices.

A day later at Hurlburt Field, the AETC Commander’s Group received an Air Force Special Operations Command mission brief-ing from AFSOC commander Lt. Gen. Eric Fiel. They also had a hands-on experience with night vision goggles and simulator time as an MC-130 gunner and a CV-22 Osprey pilot. At the end of the tour, they visited the Special Tactics Training Squadron and saw how these Airmen train in water, keep phys-ically fi t and fi ght in hand-to-hand combat.

Hebdon and Reno are now emeritus members of the Commander’s Group, and O’Brien has served for two years. The group is composed of one or two civilian leaders from each community surrounding a ma-jor AETC wing or group across the nation. Members engage with senior AETC leaders and Airmen throughout their term to better enable them to understand the missions of the Air Force men and women serving in their cities.

AETC Commander's Group visits newest joint training center

Photo by Collen McGeeAETC Commander’s Group members Kevin Locht (left) and Jack Hebdon ex-amine how night vision goggles and other visual-enhancing equipment work while touring Air Force Special Operations Command Sept. 29 at HurlburtField, Fla.

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NEWS

By Jessica Turner502 Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

The skies over San Antonio will be filled with thunder when Randolph Air Force Base hosts a free air show Oct. 29 and 30. All are invited to this year’s show, featuring diverse military and civilian aircraft, with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels headlining both days.

“It’s going to be a fun, family-orientated event with some spectacular aircraft on display and in the air,” Lt. Col. Mike Claborn, air show di-rector said.

Other performers will include United States Air Force Academy Wings of Blue, a T-6 four-ship for-mation, F-4D Phantom demonstration and a com-posite from the 12th Flying Training Wing from Randolph, and more. There will also be a Vietnam re-enactment to include an F-4, A-4, O-2, AC-47, UH-1 and A-26.

“Our air show will include veteran war birds, as well as modern planes, and attendees can rest assured that we are taking all precautions to make spectator safety a top priority,” Claborn said.

Static displays will include B-29 “Fifi;” B-24; B-17; B-25 “Yellow Rose;” C-17 Globemaster III; CV-22 Osprey; F-15C; A-10 Thunderbolt II; HH-60G Pave Hawk; HH-65; P-3; P-38 “Glacier Girl;” T-38C; U-11A and U-3, plus many more.

This year’s air show will include a variety of children’s inflatables, aircraft simulators, mili-tary recruiters from all branches and informa-tional display booths. Food, beverages and mer-chandise will also be available for purchase, and a nominal fee will also be charged for some chil-dren’s activities.

Attendees without Department of Defense ID cards must enter through the East Gate off Farm-to-Market 78, South Gate on Lower Seguin Road or from FM 1518. ID card holders will be able to access the base through the main gate at FM 78 and Pat Booker Road.

Visitors are prohibited from bringing concealed weapons, ice chests, backpacks, large bags, al-cohol, skates and skateboards. These items must be left in the vehicle. Camera bags, diaper bags, purses, strollers and lawn chair canvas carriers will be authorized, but will be hand searched be-fore entry is granted.

There will be two rows of handicapped park-ing available on a first-come, first-served basis. Upon entering the parking area, security forces or parking assistant personnel can direct visitors who require handicapped parking. There is also a handicapped drop-off permitted near the entrance to the air show area. Handicapped seating will be located along the west ramp.

Randolph Airshow to feature U.S. Navy Blue Angels

9 a.m. Gates open to the public10 a.m.: Opening ceremonies11:10 a.m.: Composite fly by11:35 a.m.: British Hawk demo11:50 a.m.: Kent Pietsch and Interstate CadetNoon: Doc Winter (P-51)12:15 p.m.: Jason Newburg / aerobatics demo12:30 p.m.: Vietnam Show12:45 p.m.: Randy Ball (Mig-17)1 p.m.: Cartop landing1:15 p.m.: John Klatt / aerobatics demo1:30 p.m.: Dead Stick demo1:40 p.m.: F-16 "Viper East" demo and Heritage Flight2:10 p.m.: Tim Weber / aerobatics demo2:30 p.m.: U.S. Navy Blue Angels3:30 p.m.: Gates close to the public5 p.m.: Air show ends

Schedule of EventsOct. 29 and 30

Courtesy photoThe U.S. Navy Blue Angels headline both days of the 2011 Randolph Air Force Base Air Show.

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Duty titleComputer systems programmerHometownIndianapolis, Ind.HobbiesBowling and runningPersonal InspirationChief Master Sgt. (Ret) Vance ClarkePersonal MottoAnything worth doing is worth doing well.GoalsFinish my bachelor of science degree and make staff sergeant Pet PeeveLaziness

Greatest AccomplishmentOrganizing the toy drive for Toys for Tots – Over 500 children received gifts for Christmas Commander’s Comments"Senior Airman Jeremy Vaughn is one of the hardest-working airmen in my organization. He takes a lot of personal pride in his duties and consistently produces at a high level. He is a talented customer service provider whose positive attitude shines through every day and with every situation, no matter how difficult. He is an out-standing Airman who consistently leads the way."

Lt. Col. Phuong TranAir Force Recruiting Service/RSI division chief

Senior AirmanJeremy Vaughn

Air Force Recruiting Service/RSIX

Photo by David Terry

Joint Base San Antonio Stage III water restrictions have been lifted. Water restrictions are now back to Stage II. As of Oct. 17, the Bexar County index well J-17 was at 651.7. The J-17 has stayed above 642 feet more than 30 days (since Sept. 16.)

Watering days are now once per week, with wa-tering times set at 3-8 a.m. and 8-10 p.m. on the desig-nated watering day. Water-ing days are:

If address/facil-ity number ends in 0, 1, Monday is the watering day.

If address/facility number ends in 2, 3, Tuesday is the watering day.

If address/facility number ends in 4, 5, Wednesday is the watering day.

If address/facility number ends in 6, 7, Thursday is the watering day.

If address/facility number ends in

8, 9, Friday is the watering day.New landscaping is at the dis-

cretion of the base civil engineer and government vehicles wash-

ing is allowed only twice per month and privately owned

vehicles may be washed only on landscape water-ing days.

As drought conditions continue, people should strictly adhere to water-ing rules to conserve wa-

ter. This is paramount to protect our base missions

and support the region’s con-servation efforts. Everyone’s help is needed to conserve.

The Joint Base San Antonio Drought Management Plan is on the 502nd Air Base Wing website at www.502abw.af.mil. For more information, or to re-port misuse, call the Water Hotline at 466-4426.

JBSA in Stage II water restrictions

BEWATERWISE

DEALING WITH THE MEDIA – How would you respond if a news reporter approached you to comment on a matter related to the Air Force or your job? Here are some tips to follow: Think before you speak. Contact the public affairs office. If you are approached on the street by a reporter, you will be quoted in the newspaper or appear on the 10 p.m. newscast answer-ing questions that may prove embarrassing. Don’t address Air Force policy issues or speculate. And remember, your right of free speech also means you can politely tell the media no, or to contact public affairs. If you are inter-viewed off duty, make sure you project the image you and your commander want to see as representative of the Air Force. The Randolph Public Affairs number is 652-4410 or email inquiries to public.affairs@us.af.mil. SECURITY AND POLICY REVIEW – If you are preparing a speech or docu-ment for public release on defense-related subjects, contact the public affairs office first. The appropriate authorities must review material relating to the plans, policies, programs or operations of the Department of Defense or U.S. Government before presentation or publication. The Randolph Public Affairs number is 652-4410 or email at public.affairs@us.af.mil.

Public Affairs Guidance

OCTOBER 21, 2011PAGE 6 WINGSPREAD

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

The families of Randolph’s deployed Airmen now have more wingmen at their side.

The newly organized Randolph Read-iness Support Committee has assumed the responsibility of planning and su-pervising the waiting families dinner, one of the Airman and Family Readi-ness Center’s monthly events, and is ex-ploring other ways to support families whose loved ones are downrange.

Staff Sgt. Joshua Clements, committee chairman, said deployments are a trying time for families, but the organization is ready to lend a helping hand.

“I’ve been deployed several times,” he said. “The families are the ones who stay behind. That’s where we come in – to plan these events and get these families together so they have a place to go where they can relax and get away from the stress of ev-eryday life.”

Other members of the committee are Staff Sgt. Robert Rivers, 359th Aerospace-

Medicine Squadron, co-chairman; Airman 1st Class Andrew Smart, 902nd Comptrol-ler Squadron, fundraising; Airman 1st Class Keri Odum, 902nd CPTS, marketing; and Senior Airman Megan Griffen, 902nd Mis-sion Support Group, historian.

“They’re excited about what we want to accomplish,” the committee chairman said.

Clements, 902nd Security Forces Squad-ron combat arms instructor, said the com-mittee’s first waiting families dinner is a Thanksgiving feast planned for Nov. 18 at the A&FRC. Other monthly meals are also being planned.

“We’re looking for people who would like to make donations or volunteer to help with the dinners,” he said.

Clements said community restaurants have been generous in providing meals, as well as their facilities, for the dinner, and the committee will continue to seek their support. Nonprofit organizations provide financial assistance.

The dinners also include entertainment and activities for children, which allows mothers to unwind after a long day, Cle-ments said.

“The moms enjoy being able to pick up their kids and come and relax,” he said. “It’s a good break for them.”

Clements said one of the committee’s plans for additional support is to recognize family members who are celebrating birth-days.

“We will take the initiative on that and either send birthday cards or make phone calls,” he said.

Clements said the committee is also seek-ing input from families.

“We welcome ideas on what they might

want to see,” he said.Clements said the organization will aug-

ment the programs and services the A&FRC offers to families of deployed service mem-bers.

“We plan to work hard and make sure we have events planned,” he said. “We know what these families are feeling. We’re here to help in any way possible.”

For more information on the Randolph Readiness Support Committee, contact Cle-ments at 652-3275 or joshua.clements.1@us.af.mil, or any other committee member.

New committee helps families of deployed members“We plan to work hard and make sure

we have events planned. We know what these families are feeling. We’re

here to help in any way possible.”Staff Sgt. Joshua Clements

Randolph Readiness Support Committee chairman

JBSAStaff

Sergeants' Summit

Command Sgt. Maj. Neil Ciotola, U.S. Army Installa-tion Management Com-mand, Fort Sam Houston, addresses soon-to-be non-commissioned officers at the Joint Base San Antonio Staff Sergeants' Summit Oct. 6 at Lackland’s Arnold Hall. The five-day summit prepares promotable senior airmen for their roles as new staff sergeants in the U.S. Air Force by enhancing leadership and manage-ment skills, and reinforcing Air Force Core Values. Photo by Alan Boedeker

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Celebrate America’s Military is an annual series of events honoring the men and women of the active-duty military services, the Guard and Reserve, wounded warriors and veterans, for their service to the nation.

The Greater San Antonio Chamber created the Cel-ebrate America’s Military in 1970 as a way for the busi-ness community to say thank you to men and women who serve and have served in the military. The tradition has grown to become the nation’s largest community event in honor of the U.S. military, with more than 250,000 people participating in the events each year.

Oct. 28• CAM kickoff luncheon. Hosted by the Greater

Chamber, the speaker is Ken Fisher, Fisher House Foundation chairman. Marriott Rivercenter Hotel (101 Bowie St.). 11:30 a.m. registration, noon lunch.

• San Antonio Rampage hockey game. Cel-ebrate America's Military night at the AT&T Center, 7 p.m. Click on http://www.saram-page.com/home/ for more information.

Oct 29-30• Airshow 2011. At Randolph Air Force

Base, gates open 9 a.m., close 5 p.m.Nov. 1• CAM proclamation, Bexar Coun-

ty. Bexar County Courthouse, 11 a.m

Nov. 2• CAM proclamation, City of San Anto-

nio. City Council Chamber, 5 p.m.Nov. 7• CAM Birdies for the Brave golf tournament.

TPC San Antonio, 23808 Resort Parkway. 9:30 a.m. registration, noon shotgun tee time. Click on http://www.birdiesforthebrave.org/ for more information.

Nov. 8• Air Force Association Combat Breakfast. Ken-

drick E'Club, Randolph Air Force Base, 7 a.m.Nov. 9• Spirit of America Dinner, hosted by the Greater

Chamber. Speaker is Gen. Philip M. Breedlove, U.S. Air Force vice chief of staff. Hyatt Regency Hotel,

123 Losoya; 6:30 p.m. cocktails, 7 p.m. dinner.Nov. 10• Employer Support for the Guard and

Reserve (ESGR) “Salute to Bosses” lun-cheon. Speaker is Maj. Gen. Eddy Spurgin, 36th Infantry Division, Texas Army Na-tional Guard commanding general. Dou-ble Tree Hotel Downtown, noon lunch.

U.S. Military Veterans Parade Association Proc-lamation. City Council Chambers, 5 p.m.

Nov. 11• Veterans Day ceremonies, Fort Sam Hous-

ton National Cemetery, 9:30 a.m. Bexar County Buffalo Soldiers commemorative

ceremony, San Antonio National Cemetery, 1:30 p.m.Nov. 12• U.S. military veterans parade and wreath lay-

ing. Alamo Plaza, 10:30 a.m. Parade at noon. Click on http://usmvpa.com/ for more information.

Nov. 13• Rock 'n Roll Marathon, Half Marathon.

South Alamo Street and East Market Street, 7:30 a.m. Military members can sign up with this code for $15 discount: MILITARY2011.

• Veterans Day concert “Salute to Service” at Majestic Theater, 7 p.m., featuring the Air Force Band of the West

Area events planned Celebrate America's Military

Base BRIEFSTax assistance volunteers needed

The Randolph Tax Center is looking for volunteers to help prepare income taxes during the upcoming tax filing season.

Volunteers can be active duty, civilian, retiree or a family member. Training will be provided by the Internal Revenue Service and by Randolph tax coordinator, LaMarr Queen. To volunteer, call 652-1040.

National Drug Take Back Day The Drug Enforcement Administration has scheduled an-

other National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at the base exchange Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to provide a venue for persons who want to dispose of unwanted and unused prescription drugs.

2011 RAFB Annual Health FairRandolph’s Civilian Personnel Section hosts the 2011

Health Fair Nov. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Airman and Family Readiness Center Ballroom, 555 F Street, Bldg 693. Health Provider representatives will be there to answer questions and provide information.

Federal Benefits Open SeasonThe Federal Benefits Open Season runs from Nov. 14 to

Dec. 12. This is the time to make changes to a current policy or change to a different health provider through the Benefits and Entitlement Service Team. Changes are effective Jan 2.

Commissary closureThe commissary will be closed Nov. 7-8 for a manda-

tory store reset. For more information, call Janet Awaldt at 652-5102, ext. 3006.

Base exchange pharmacy remodelingThe 359th Medical Group’s refill pharmacy at the base

exchange will be closed Nov. 21-23 for remodeling.All BX pharmacy operations will be temporarily moved to

the main clinic pharmacy at the 359th Medical Group during the closure period.

The prescription refill call-in system will still be opera-tional, as will the civilian prescription drop box at the BX. For more information, call the pharmacy at 652-4127.

Holiday chorus auditionsThe U.S. Air Force Band of the West announces open audi-

tions for singers to perform in the band’s Joint Service Holiday Chorus concerts Dec. 17-18.

Auditions at Randolph take place Nov. 2, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. on the second floor of the Randolph Arts and Crafts Center, Bldg. 895; call 652-2788. To audition at Lackland, call 671-2021; for Fort Sam, call 221-5010. Repertoire for the auditions is “White Christmas” by Irving Berlin. All active duty, Reserve, National Guard, civilian employees, retirees and adult dependents are eligible. For details, visit www.bandofthewest.af.mil.

NOW SHOWING atthe Randolph Theater

"The Help" (PG-13)Emma Stone, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer

Today at 7 p.m.

"Columbiana" (PG-13)Zoe Saldana, Michael Vartan, Callum BlueSaturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m.

$4.50 for adults – $2.25 for children 11 and younger

SAPR seeking victim advocatesThe Sexual Assault Prevention & Response (SAPR) Pro-

gram is looking for volunteers to serve as victim advocates (VAs). Military personnel and DoD civilian employees may volunteer. Individuals selected must attend the manda-tory 40-hour VA training. Training is scheduled for Nov. 28 through Dec. 2. Email jacqueline.shiflet@us.af.mil for an application. The deadline is Oct. 31.

To submit a sports or news brief for publication in the Wingspread, email all information to 502ABW.pa.wingspread@us.af.mil.

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FEATURE

A rundown of the Rambler 120

Photos by David TerryCol. Scott Peel (right), 902nd Mission Support Group commander, and Terrye Heagerty (left), 902nd Force Support Squadron director, congratulate the members of the winning team at the Rambler 120 Oct. 15. Xtreme team "Team Gonzo" members are (from second left to right) William Relyea, Diana Ruderman and Orlando Gonzales. Team member not pictured is Christopher Wykoff. Team Gonzo garnered three awards at the event: best overall with the winning time of 2:07:57; the "Over 40" award; and the gold medal in the Xtreme team co-ed division.

Phantom Knights team members from Randolph's 558th Flying Training Squadron row an inflat-able raft during the 2-mile rafting course as part of the Rambler 120 team triath-lon event at Canyon Lake, Texas, Oct. 15. Pictured from left are Brian Chung, Chuck Shumaker, Bryan Runkle and Brian Paradise. The event was hosted by Joint Base San Antonio.

Samuel Berry (left), serves lunch to Bryan Runkle during the sixth annual Rambler 120 team triathlon event hosted by Joint Base San Antonio, at Canyon Lake, Texas, Oct. 15. Berry is the Kendrick Club facility manager. The lunch was provided by the 902nd Force Support Squadron.

Martha Arizpe (right), Rambler 120 volunteer,

hands out finish numbers to Xtreme Team 17 Lethal

Ladies competing in the sixth annual Rambler 120

at Canyon Lake, Texas, Oct. 15. The event, hosted by Joint Base San Antonio,

included a 22-mile biking course, a 6-mile run across

Canyon Lake Dam and a 2-mile rafting course, fol-lowed by a mystery event.

Nearly 40 teams participated in the sixth-annual Rambler 120 team triathlon event sponsored by Joint Base San Antonio at Canyon Lake. Military and civilian teams competed on a 22-mile bike course through the rolling terrain of the Hill Country, a 6-mile run across the Canyon Lake Dam, a 2-mile raft course and a mystery event of putting together a puzzle,

all for the chance to medal in their divisions. The annual event attracted teams from all over the region. Rambler 120Team Challenge2011 Results

Relay – All FemaleGold – Swappin' Sweaty Housewives 3:33:39Silver – Defiance Alliance 3:40:59

Relay – CoedGold – Grey Geese 2:16:11Silver – Team Internationals 2:30:44Bronze – Save Second Base 2:33:56

Relay – All MaleGold – Monkey Power 2:25:53Silver – Phantom Knights 2:27:18Bronze – Team Cool 3:42:00

Xtreme – All FemaleGold – Aging Gracefully 2:47:01Silver – Road Divas 2:53:30Bronze – Sweaty Housewives 3:05:49

Xtreme – CoedGold – Team Gonzo 2:07:57Silver – Maximum Effort 2:11:22Bronze – Happy 2 B Here 2:56:30

Xtreme – All MaleGold – Goat Rules! 2:27:57Silver – Rusty Scalpels 2:45:08Bronze – Fab 4 2:47:42

OCTOBER 21, 2011PAGE 10 WINGSPREAD

By Alex Salinas502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Thirty-five years ago, June Hendon joined Army and Air Force Exchange Service as a loss prevention specialist. As of Oct. 15, she took her talents and ambitions to the Randolph Base Ex-change and became its new manager.

Having been the BXtra manager for the last three and a half years, Hendon plans to incorporate her work ethic and vision into her new position. Her approach is simple: empower her as-sociates.

“My goal is to take care of my asso-ciates so they can take care of custom-ers,” Hendon said. “I’ve learned that unhappy associates do not perform their job as well as they could. If they are happy, then they will be happy to work hard and provide friendly cus-tomer service.”

In this way, associates will be em-powered to perform managerial-type duties, allowing them to handle on-the-spot customer service and elimi-

nating the need for constant assistance from managers, Hendon said.

“A majority of the time, customers who walk into a store and say they need to speak to a manager do not really need to do so,” Hendon said. “They are more than likely frustrated or believe non-manager associates can’t take care of them. They feel the need to go straight to the top, and this should not be the case.”

Hendon’s approach does not equate to her employees doing more work. Rather, it focuses on their quality of work. Hendon spoke on the formula to becoming a bad boss, and how she plans to avoid it.

“Too many times, I’ve seen manag-ers heavily delegate their responsi-bilities to their co-workers, and the expectations the managers have are not clear,” she said. “I prefer work-ing side by side with my employees, letting them know I will do the job they do.”

Hendon, spouse of a retired Army officer and member of a military fam-

ily, believes her proximity to the mili-tary made her an ideal candidate for her new position.

“The military lifestyle is in my blood,” she said. “I have enjoyed every minute of it. There’s no way I could work in this company for 35 years if I didn’t want to be here.”

Before coming to Randolph, Hendon managed one of the largest supermar-kets in the military at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. She will take what she learned there to oversee more than 250 employees at the BX.

“The first six to eight months will

be challenging,” Hendon said. “But I believe in developing a close relation-ship with my workers, and I want them to grow in the company.”

As for Hendon’s view on the cus-tomer?

The same it has been for 35 years.“Every person who walks through

our door is our VIP, our guest,” she said. “The military person, and those around them, are very important, and that’s why we’re in AAFES. We go where the military goes.”

Call the BX at 658-7471 for more information.

New BX manager strives for quality customer service

Randolph ChapelMeetings Schedule

• CATHOLICMonday-Friday

11:30 a.m. - Bldg. 975Saturday

5:30 p.m. - Bldg. 975Sunday

8:30 a.m. - Bldg. 97511:30 a.m. - Bldg. 975

ConfessionSaturday

4:30 p.m. - Bldg. 975

• PROTESTANTTraditional

SundayService

8:15 a.m. - Base theater

ContemporarySunday Service

11 a.m. - Base theater

“I prefer working side by side with my employees, letting them know I

will do the job they do.”June Hendon

Randolph Base Exchange manager

Cinderella's Closet

Teresa Rice (left), wife of Gen. Edward A. Rice Jr., Air Education and Training Command commander, and Athena Cody (right), wife of Chief Master Sgt. James Cody, AETC command chief, join Linda Slater, wife of Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Slater, 24th Air Force command chief, as they look at gowns during a visit to Cinderella’s Closet at Lackland Oct. 13. Cinderella’s Closet, a volunteer-run program supported by the Lackland Enlisted Spouses Club, loans gowns and cocktail dresses for on- or off-base events at no cost to military ID cardholders. Cinderella’s Closet is located in Bldg. 5460, 2240 Walker Ave. Walk-in hours are 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Wednesdays. Customers can also schedule an appointment online at www.lacklandesc.org, or call 925-3750.Photo by Robbin Cresswell

Randolph Air Force BaseHalloween Trick or TreatHours Oct. 31 6-8 p.m.

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SportsBRIEFS

Fitness center promotion To promote Breast

Cancer Awareness Month, the Rambler Fitness Center is offering the following group exercise classes free to particpants wearing anything pink:

• Saturday at 9 a.m.: Kickboxing

• Tuesday at 6 p.m.: Kickboxing

Registration for youth basketball, cheerleading

Registration for the 2011-12 basketball and cheerleading programs takes place through Oct. 31 at the Randolph Youth Center, Bldg. 584.

These programs are for boys and girls ages 5-18. The registration fee is $45. All players must have a cur-rent sports physical on file by the start of the season.

Coaches are also needed. Call the youth center sports director at 652-3298 for more information.

Bike fitnessThe Rambler Fitness

Center hosts bike rides every Thursday 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Appropriate cycling gear (no mountain bikes) is required. These rides are led by a member of USA Cycling.

Get ready to golf The Randolph Oaks Golf

Course offers five days of golf lessons plus time on the course for $99 (clubs furnished). All participants will also receive a punch card for 10 nine-hole rounds of golf. Call PGA golf professional, Charles Bishop, at 244-3415 for more information.

SPORTS – HEALTH – FITNESS

The Randolph Air Force Base Airman’s Council volunteered at a basketball tour-nament for Wounded Warriors Oct. 15-16 at the Jimmy Brought Fitness Center on Fort Sam Houston.

The tournament was hosted by Willie Jackson, founder of Paras-ports, and Mike Barker, a thera-pist at the Center for the Intrepid. The Council provided 28 Airmen volun-teers for the event.

The volunteers were requested by the

director of the Medical Education and Training Campus, Ken Hack.

Wheelchair basketball tournaments take place 5-10 times a year, depending on distance of travel and funds available.

“This tournament would not have been possible without the help of volunteers,” Jennifer Cooper, Paralympic Military Pro-gram volunteer coordinator, said.

The basketball game was sponsored by Parasports, the United States Paralympics, and the Wounded Warrior Project. The Brooke

Army Medical Center Warrior Transition Bat-talion and CFI also worked together to make the Riverwalk tournament a success.

“These games give people with disabili-ties in the local community and military the opportunity to compete in the sport they love and be physically active with the people they love,” Cooper said.

To become a volunteer with the wheel-chair basketball games, visit www.uspar-alympics.org or www.usparalympics.org/findaclub.

By the Numbers250+ members

120+ community service hours 5 volunteer events

4 officers1 Randolph Airman’s Council

Photo by Airman 1st Class Demetrius Cohen Marine Wounded Warriors from Brooke Army Medical Center prepare for their next game during a basketball tournament at the Jimmy Brought Fitness Center on Fort Sam Houston.

Airmen volunteer at Wounded Warriors tournament