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Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus today announced an increase in Career Sea Pay (CSP) and Career Sea Pay Premium (CSPP) for eligible Sailors and Marines serving aboard ships whose primary mission is conducted at sea. “Those Sailors and Marines on sea duty, deployed away from home around the world, are the backbone of the Navy and Marine Corps, and enable us to provide and maintain our global presence,” said Mabus. “This change to Career Sea Pay will both improve critical sea-duty manning and reward those who take these challenging sea-going assignments. This increase is long overdue and is meant to reward our Sailors and Marines for their continued sacrifices as part of ‘America’s Away Team’.” CSP and CSP-P are funds earned by Sailors and Marines on top of their base pay, to compensate them for time at sea. CSP rates are based upon a member’s pay grade and cumulative years of sea duty. CSP-P is an additional incentive for members who exceed 36 consecutive months at sea. By law, CSP and CSP-P may not exceed $750 and $350 respectively. All pay grades with at least three years of cumulative sea duty will receive a 25 percent increase in regular CSP, while service members who exceed 36 months of consecutive sea duty will receive an increase in CSP-P from $100 to $200 per month. Consistent with current policy, in lieu of receiving CSP-P, Sailors and Marines in
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Culinary specialists (CS) and military chefs from around the world have gathered at the Joint Culinary Center of Excellence, Fort Lee, Va., to showcase their unique talents and cooking skills at the 39th annual Military Culinary Arts Competitive Training Event (MCACTE), March 9-14. The MCACTE is one of largest culinary competition in North America. Since 1973, the competition has been conducted each year with the exception of 1991 and 2003, during Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The competition is sanctioned by the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and showcases the talents of military chefs from around the globe in all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces.
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According to Chief Culinary Specialist (SW) Chad Shiflett, assigned to Commander, Submarine Force, the Military Culinary Arts Competitive Training Event is a chance to show off the culinary skills of those who feed the fleet. “The entire training aspect of training junior Sailors excites me,” said Shiflett. “We want to perform well and learn from guidelines set forth by the ACF.” The ACF is comprised of more than 22,000 members in 230 chapters across the United States, and is known as the authority on cooking in America. Its mission is to make a positive difference for culinarians through education, apprenticeship and certification, while creating a fraternal bond of respect and integrity among chefs everywhere.
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2014 Tattoo honors Vietnam veterans and their families
The Virginia International Tattoo, the largest military musical display in the U.S., held its annual press conference at the Robin Hixon Theater in Norfolk, March 6. The 2014 event, held April 24-27 at the Norfolk Scope Arena, is a multi-national event that showcases talent and tradition through military performances. With nearly 1,000 performers from around the world in a display of military bands, massed pipes and drums, drill teams, Celtic dancers, cultural performers, choirs and more, the show is tailored to the whole family. During the conference, some of the show’s events were highlighted, to include the international aspect of the event of the many participating nations, along with this year’s partnership between the Tattoo and the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, making the 2014 Tattoo a signature event dedicated to thanking and honoring Vietnam veterans and their families. “This year, in keeping with the theme of the 2014 Tattoo honoring our Vietnam veterans and their families, we’re very pleased that we will be presenting the “Wall that
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MC1 Molly A. Burgess J. Scott Jackson, Virginia International Tattoo producer and director, gives the opening remarks during the Virginia International Tattoo press conference in Norfolk, March 6.
SOY WINNERS ADVANCE Eight Atlantic Fleet Senior Sea and Shore Sailors of theYear have been announced, and will move into the next step of the 2013 competition, held later in March.
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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | MAR 13, 2014 | THE FLAGSHIP | A3 Al Whitney, founder of Platelets Across America, smiles while donating blood platelets at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) while Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Todd Woodard writes notes in a chart.
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NMCP celebrates the 143rd birthday of the Medical Corps By MCC(SW/AW) Leslie Tomaino NMCP Public Affairs
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Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) celebrated the 143rd birthday of the United States Navy Medical Corps with a cake-cutting ceremony, March 7. Rear Adm. Elaine Wagner, NMCP commander, Capt. James Hancock, NMCP deputy commander and HMCM (EXW/FMF/SW) Aaron VanDall, deputy command master chief, expressed their gratitude and admiration for the skilled service of the Medical Corps. In attendance were members of the Dental Corps, Nurse Corps, and Medical Service Corps who read birthday messages from their chiefs of the individual corps. “The strength and diversity of our Corps is represented in so many ways – from a Navy pediatrician taking care of the child of a Sailor deployed in harm’s way, a trauma surgeon stabilizing a fallen service member in Kandahar, a psychiatrist treating a Marine suffering the invisible wounds of war, a researcher making great strides in malaria vaccine development, an ophthalmologist providing eyesight-saving care to the citizens of several nations during a Pacific Partnership cruise of [USS] Mercy, to a faculty member training the next generation of our Corps at the Uniformed Services University,” said Rear Adm. Raquel Bono, chief of the Navy Medical Corps in her birthday remarks, read by Cmdr. Jared Antevil at the ceremony. Established March 3, 1871, the Medi-
cal Corps is composed of 4,300 active and reserve members, with 23 specialties and nearly 200 subspecialties. Following the remarks, the most junior and senior members of the Medical Corps at NMCP, Capt. Jose DeLaPena and Lt. Alice Blizman, cut the cake. “I felt very honored and thankful for the opportunity to be a part of such a ceremony honoring an organization so rich in history and so bigger than any one person,” said Blizman of the honor of cutting the cake. “I’m extremely excited to get to the fleet this summer and fulfill my lifelong dream of helping people and serving alongside the Sailors and Marines providing care.” The Medical Corps has come a long way since its humble beginnings. It’s cared for service members through the Spanish-American War, two world wars, Korea, Vietnam, conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, all while adding to a legacy of superb care. The personnel that make up today’s corps build on a history of advancing medical research, education and training. “Our Medical Corps personnel are globally engaged. They provide the highest quality of care to those they serve whether it’s on, above, or below the sea, at home or overseas in faraway lands,” said Vice Adm. Matthew L. Nathan, U.S. Navy surgeon general and chief, U.S. Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, in his birthday remarks. “They meet the mission – from kinetic warfare to humanitarian assistance, to research and development – anytime, anywhere.”
The Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) chapter aboard forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), is teaching Sailors how to make smart decisions on liberty and providing opportunities for junior Sailors to lead. CSADD’s national mission statement is to “Create a culture in which our Shipmates are helping Shipmates maintain a course of success through good decision making.” The program is designed to provide young leaders, ages 18-25, an opportunity to lend a helping hand while cultivating a culture of support at a chapter’s individual command. Bonhomme Richard’s chapter of CSADD is developing programs to help achieve these goals through bi-weekly meetings and several Sailor based events. “We hope to make Sailors think twice about every decision they make; from the way they handle themselves in the work place to the next drink they buy at the bar,” said Yeoman 3rd Class Daniella Barboza, CSADD’s president. The goal of each CSADD chapter is to establish an open dialogue amongst junior Sailors about problems at the command and discussing what they can do to solve the problems. Each month features a nationally selected theme to help direct the con-
Steve Vanderwerff Capt. Robert E. Clark II, commandant of midshipmen at the U.S. Naval Academy, speaks with members of the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions chapter at Naval Air Technical Training Center about making good decisions and being a positive influence among their shipmates.
versation. The March topic is Navy nutrition. “It’s all about Shipmates helping Shipmates. The monthly training is coming from us, the junior Sailors, to help mentor our peers,” said Barboza. “It’s nice that we have the senior Sailor support but everything the organization does is developed by junior Sailors.” These topics and meetings allow junior Sailor’s voices to be heard within their upper chain of command. Many of Bonhomme Richard’s senior leadership have taken an active interest in the program and make it a point to attend meetings to provide feedback. “It’s great to see wellrounded individuals wanting to make a positive impact on the command,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuels) 1st Class Marchello Roberts, a CSADD senior enlisted advisor. “The level of involvement around the command
has greatly increased from two months ago and that is a direct reflection of the junior Sailors that have taken ownership of the organization.” Another service CSADD provides is researching and developing alternative activities for junior Sailors to engage in outside of consuming alcohol. So far, Bonhomme Richard’s CSADD has organized community service events, utilized the ship’s 1MC announcing system to inform Sailors of events happening in the area, and have started developing MWR cosponsored events for Sailors to engage in. “We have two meetings every month that are meant to educate Sailors about our monthly topic an continually maintain an open dialogue about problems around the command,” said Barboza. “CSADD would like to challenge all junior Sailors and Marines to step up and lead their peers by example.”
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USS NORFOLK PRESENTED BATTLE ‘E’ By Kevin Copeland Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic Public Affairs
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The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Norfolk (SSN 714) was officially presented their 2013 Battle Efficiency (Battle “E”) award during a ceremony held at Naval Station Norfolk. Capt. Blake Converse, Commander, Submarine Squadron (COMSUBRON) 6, formally presented the award to Cmdr. Greg Zettler, commanding officer; Lt.
Cmdr. Peter French, executive officer; and LSCS(SS) Kevin Gibbs, chief of the boat; and the crew during the ceremony on Pier 3. “It is a tremendous honor and a privilege standing before you today and presenting the Battle “E” award to your commanding officer,” said Converse. “He receives this award on behalf of every crew member of USS Norfolk, because the Battle “E” is a team award. It is your award – a testament to your hard work and dedication in preparing USS Norfolk for
MCC (SW/AW) John Osborne USS Norfolk’s (SSN 714) Commanding Officer, Cmdr. Greg Zettler, accepts the boat’s 2013 Battle Efficiency (Battle “E”) award from Capt. Blake Converse, Commander, Submarine Squadron Six, during a ceremony on Pier 3 of Naval Station Norfolk.
combat operations and extended peacetime missions on deployment. “As you depart your homeport, your high level of operational proficiency and impressive commitment will be tested to their limits. Go forward and meet that chal-
lenge. Make the submarine force and our nation proud, and return with heads held high and your chests out – you’ve earned it. Congratulations and God speed!” The Battle “E” competition is conducted to strengthen individual command
performance, overall force readiness, and to recognize outstanding performance. The criterion for the award is the overall readiness of the command to carry out its assigned wartime tasks as a unit of the Atlantic Submarine Force, and is based on a year-long evaluation. One submarine from each submarine squadron in the Atlantic Fleet is recognized. The awards are presented by the commodore of each squadron to the submarine under their command which has demonstrated the highest level of battle readiness during the evaluation year. USS Norfolk is the COMSUBRON 6 winner. “The crew of Norfolk is deeply honored to be recognized as the most battle-ready ship on the waterfront, especially in light of the tremendous accomplishments of the
other ships in Squadron 6,” said Zettler. “The Norfolk Sailors are always focused and ready to execute, so the recognition for the long hours spent training and maintaining the ship has been a big boost to morale as we prepare for deployment operations. “The crew’s outstanding attitude has been the foundation for our every success. Their resiliency, receptiveness to feedback, and teamwork, coupled with a strong sense of purpose will continue to make us successful on deployment. We are also blessed to have a superb family support system, with two outstanding Ombudsmen and a strong Family Readiness Group. Their strength allows us to focus on the task at hand when we are at sea because we know our families will be well taken care of.”
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More than 100 Navy chaplains and religious program specialists (RP) met for a professional development training course at Joint Expeditionary Base (JEB) Little Creek-Fort Story, Feb. 25-27. The training, hosted by the Naval Chaplaincy School and Center, focused on pastoral care for sexual assault victims with a particular emphasis on confidentiality and the role chaplains play in the healing and recovery process. “I appreciate the invaluable role of the chaplain for sexual assault prevention and response efforts. This training addresses real people and real problems, and I thank you for what you do to care for our people, our nation’s treasure,” said Capt. Frank E. Hughlett, commander of JEB Little Creek-Fort Story during his welcome remarks to the group. Rear Adm. Margaret G. Kibben, deputy chief of Navy chaplains and chaplain of the Marine Corps, reflected on the current war on sexual assault in the military in her opening remarks to the group. “Sexual assault is an area into which we, as chaplains, must bring a divine presence. This is a time to prove ourselves and build trust with our Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and families, a time to demonstrate our ability to listen and walk with them in their suffering,” Kibben said. “When we do so, we can have a profound impact on their ability to heal and regain a sense of wholeness and hope,” she added. During the course, chaplains and RPs received refresher training on SECNAVINST 1730.9, Confidential Communications to Chaplains. The
policy defines and protects the right of service members and families to complete confidentiality with a Navy chaplain. According to the policy, chaplains are bound by an ‘inviolable trust’ and required to guard and protect what is disclosed to them in confidence. The policy also states chaplains are not bound by mandatory reporting requirements in the DOD or DON. The confidentiality belongs to the individual alone. They hold the key and decide whether or not to waive it. While chaplains are responsible for educating service members on reporting options, they do not receive restricted or unrestricted reports. This allows victims of sexual assault complete confidentiality with a chaplain, whether they choose to file a report or not. Dr. Kristen Leslie, a professor at Eden Theological Seminary, was a contracted subject matter expert for the training. Throughout her training, Leslie emphasized the importance of standing with victims and acknowledging their suffering. “The role of the chaplain is not to adjudicate what happened, but to provide them a safe, confidential space to tell their story, without judgment. A safe place to heal,” said Leslie. “Chaplains help victims find the spiritual language to make meaning of their suffering,” she added. Leslie also discussed the importance of empathy to break a victim’s isolation. “When they feel believed or heard, their grieving becomes less complicated and healing can come more readily, and chaplains are in the business of healing,” she said. For confidential chaplain support, contact the Hampton Roads Duty Chaplain, 4383822 or the JEBLC Chapel Welcome Center, 462-7427.
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U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. William Negahnquet, picks oranges while participating in a community relations event in Lisbon, Portugal during a port visit of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5).
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Bataan Sailors give helping hand in Lisbon By MC3 Chase Hawley USS Bataan Public Affairs
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Sailors and Marines from USS Bataan (LHD 5) volunteered to pick oranges at the Palacio Nacional de Queleuz for the Banco Alimentar, a local food bank, near Lisbon, during a port visit, Feb. 28. “We were able to collect over 60 crates of oranges, which was approximately 900 kilos,” said Lt. Hardy Owens, a staff chaplain aboard Bataan. “The people there stated that we far exceeded their estimated projection.” The service members were also treated to a free tour of the national palace and the chance to see and help falconry experts train hawks for future exhibitions. “Not only are you seeing a different side of whatever port you’re at, you have a chance to meet and work with the people there,” said Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Ahren Eisenmenger. “You’re not just going there to buy drinks from them or pay them money for something and not really know what’s going on. You actually get to learn a little more about the city.” Apart from the 19 Sailors and Marines at the palace, six others went to Lar Maria Droske, a convent near Lisbon, to help with gardening work and maintaining the grounds. The convent welcomes children and young women in residential settings and has the overall aim to promote academic and/or vocational training. “Teenagers who live there come from difficult backgrounds and this convent was a blessing to them to help them back onto their feet,” said Owens. “They were extremely appreciative for our service.” Community relation events (COMRELs), give Sailors and Marines a chance to volunteer while on deployment or at homeports and provide a great opportunity to give back to the community. “We exceeded the limit of volunteers for the COMREL in the first 40 minutes and had quite a few people who were interested that we had to say no to, but we encourage them to participate in upcoming COMRELs as they become available,” said Owens.
Teenagers who live there come from difficult backgrounds and this convent was a blessing to them to help them back onto their feet.” -Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Ahren Eisenmenger Above: Sailors pick oranges while participating in a community relations event in Lisbon, Portugal during a port visit of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Left: Sailors and Marines gather by a wagon full of oranges they picked for a community relations event in Lisbon.
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Interior Communications Electrician 1st Class Jessica Lopez, picks oranges while participating in a community relations event in Lisbon, Portugal during a port visit of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5).
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Oman, Sweden among countries participating Continued from front Heals,” said J. Scott Jackson, Virginia International Tattoo producer/director. “It is a half-scale replica of the Vietnam Memorial. It hasn’t been to the region since 2002, it will be an opportunity for families, and all 58 thousand plus names are on the wall.” The wall will be available for people to view for five days during the course of the Tattoo. Also new this year is Hullabaloo, an Edinburgh Festival inspired event, a free festive celebration at Scope Plaza prior to each performance. “When you walk up the royal mile [at the Edinbugh Festival], and you go to the Edinburgh castle, before the very first note sounds, you have already had a good time,” said Jackson. “So we wanted to kind of give that experience to our audience, so we created Hullabaloo, a fun, two-hours prior to the show with music dancing, food and a lot of excitement.” Other highlighted events will be the special audience night that will be open to special needs patrons to attend the Tattoo dress rehearsal; the student matinees in which performances are open only to students during school hours; and the education outreach events in which performers go into area schools
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to provide a more intimate experience for students. During the conference, guest speaker retired U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Mick Kicklighter, director of the Department of Defense Commemorations Office, presented a Vietnam War Commemoration Partnership certificate and the Commemorative Flag to Norfolk Mayor Paul D. Fraim, officially designating Norfolk as the first major city to be involved in the program. “General, we are honored by your presence and it is a tremendous honor for the city of Norfolk to be an official partner of this commemoration,” said Fraim. “There are many things that make Norfolk a great and world class city, but at the very top of that list is the city’s long standing tradition of supporting our military citizens and their families. So we are very pleased to see our Vietnam veterans being honored on a national level, and want to make sure they are honored locally where they live and work.” Countries participating in the 2014 Tattoo will include Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Oman, Republic of Korea, Sweden, United Kingdom, and the U.S. For more information on the 2014 Virginia International Tattoo, visit www. vafest.org/2014/tattoo-main.
TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FUNDS AWAITING SAILORS’ USE By Susan D. Henson CPPD Public Affairs
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The Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) is asking Sailors to submit their Navy Tuition Assistance (TA) requests nows, said the director of Navy Voluntary Education (VOLED) March 3. According to Ernest D’Antonio, CPPD’s VOLED program director, the expenditure rate for TA funding is currently below normal levels, which means there’s more funding available than usual at this time of the year. “We use historical ‘burn rates’ as a guide for allocating TA funding throughout the year,” he said. “We plan really well for routine years. After furloughs and a government shutdown, Fiscal Year 2014 (FY-14) hasn’t been a routine year.”
Lt. Cmdr. Mark Wadsworth, director of CPPD Support Site Saufley Field in Pensacola, Fla., leads the team that monitors CPPD’s Navy TA spending. He said FY-14 TA execution is currently trailing FY-13’s execution rate by just over $6 million year-to-date. “We think a variety of things influenced our being below the TA budget right now,” said Wadsorth. “Our execution rate dropped in October with the government shutdown and that’s carried through the year. The usage rate steadily increased in November and December. But then it dropped back down in January, probably due to uncertainty with the federal budget. Although we have funding now, the usage rate hasn’t increased significantly since then. Sailors need to understand that their education benefits reset each year, and unused amounts don’t carry over.” He emphasized that a Sailor’s com-
mand is an important part of TA authorizations because they’re the first step in the process after a Sailor submits a request. “It’s each command’s responsibility to ensure their Sailors are aware of and meet all relevant TA policies, are comfortable with their Sailors’ ability to complete a requested course, and process each Sailor’s TA request promptly,” said D’Antonio. D’Antonio stressed that Sailors should work closely with an NCO or VEC counselor to help them reach their educational goals. “We know that educated Sailors are strong performers with well-developed critical thinking skills and the ability to make informed decisions,” said CPPD Commanding Officer Capt. John Newcomer. “A college degree is an investment in a Sailor and a contributing factor in Navy mission accomplishment.”
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Sailors need to know Continued from front grades E5-E9 with eight years of cumulative sea duty receive a higher CSP rate, equivalent to receiving CSP-P whenever assigned to a ship regardless of consecutive sea time. This is the first increase of CSP and CSP-P since 2001. Approximately 100,000 Sailors receive CSP and approxi-
mately 13,000 receive CSP-P; this special pay increase is expected to cost $66 million a year. Pending final coordination with the Defense Finance and Accounting Service, it is expected that the new CSP and CSP-P rates will take effect early this summer. An announcement on the exact date is forthcoming.
what Sailors need to know ■ All Sailors, enlisted and officer, with three or more years of total career sea duty will see their sea pay increase by 25 percent. ■ The current $100 career sea pay premium (CSP-P) will double to $200. ■
Career sea pay premium (CSP-P) is an extra payment for Sailors with more than 36 consecutive months on sea duty.
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In lieu of receiving CSP-P, Sailors and Marines in grades E5-E9 with eight years of cumulative sea duty receive a higher CSP rate equivalent to receiving CSP-P whenever assigned to a ship regardless of consecutive sea time.
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own talent and creativity to produce entries for nine categories and myriad sub-categories. “This event is quite challenging, especially for a young cook,” said Culinary Specialist Seaman Alejandaro Rodriguez, assigned to Naval Air Station Oceana. “We don’t do a lot of scratch cooking out in the fleet. Everyone will gain a lot of new skills and techniques they will use in their respective galleys. Cooking at this event really brings the out the creative passion in me. The MCACTE gives all participants an opportunity to compete against other top notch military chefs. It’s an amazing experience.”
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Riverines admit women to combat billets Women can now be assigned to previously closed positions in the Coastal Riverine Force, continuing in the Department of Defense’s rescission of the 1994 Direct Ground Combat Definition and Assignment Rule. » see B3
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Event demonstrated SAPR scenarios where troops should intervene Camp Lemonnier Public Affairs CAMP LEMONNIER, DJIBOUTI
Service members at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, were asked to think about both sexual assault prevention and their own personal relationships in a new way to be proactive and ask for consent. The show, “Can I Kiss You?” presented by Mike Domitrz, demonstrated realistic scenarios of how service members can intervene as active bystanders in potential sexual assault situations. Domitrz, founder of the Date Safe Project, used humor, plain language and interaction with the crowd to illustrate a scenario where service members witness a scene at a bar in which one person is deliberately trying to get another person intoxicated to increase the likelihood of sexual activity. “We call this ‘taking advantage’,” he said, “but what it really is an attempted sexual assault.”
Mike Domitrz, right, delivers the interactive show “Can I Kiss You?” to service members at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on March 6.
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Soft language makes things more acceptable to people. I’ve seen this scenario happen in real life and people do tend to rationalize why they shouldn’t act.” -Information Systems Technician 1st Class Shannan Arney
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CNO, MCPON discuss ethics on ‘Conversation with a Shipmate’
Celebrating women of character, courage, and commitment
By MCC Julianne Metzger Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
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Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs WASHINGTON
The Navy joins the nation in celebrating Women’s History Month during March, as announced in NAVADMIN 043/14, released Feb. 28. Currently more than 59,000 active duty women and more than 9,000 reserve women serve in the Navy. Making up 18 percent of the Total Force, women make numerous contributions to our Navy’s mission and readiness. Additionally, more than 54,000 women serve in a wide range of specialties as Navy civilians. Women leading in the Navy Total Force include: 32 active and reserve flag officers, 69 Senior Executive Service (SES) members, 48 command master chiefs, and three command senior chiefs. In 1908, Congress established the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps. The
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Photo Credit Here Vice Adm. Michelle Howard, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Operations, Plans and Strategy; and Dr. Regina Akers, a historian at the Naval History and Heritage Command; review photos of Adm. Elmo R. Zumwalt, Jr., and look at a copy of his Z-Gram 66 (Equal Opportunity) at the NHHC display during the 26th Annual Surface Navy Association (SNA) Symposium, Jan. 16. Published in 1970, then-Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Zumwalt expressed his “wholehearted support of the policies on equal opportunity.”
first 20 Navy nurses were women, who became known as the “Sacred Twenty.” As one of the “Sacred Twenty,” Lenah S. Higbee was one of the first women to serve formally as a member of the Navy. In 1909, Higbee was promoted to Chief Nurse at Norfolk Naval Hospital, and in 1911 she became the Superintendent of the Navy Nurse Corps, serving throughout the duration of World War I. The Navy recognized Higbee’s dis-
tinguished service as Superintendent of the Navy Nurse Corps, awarding her the Navy Cross for service in the line of her profession and unusual and conspicuous devotion to duty. In 1944, the Navy commemorated Higbee’s naval service, naming a ship in her honor. USS Higbee (DD 806) was the first combatant ship to be named after a woman.
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Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens released, this week, another episode of “Conversation with a Shipmate” further discussing the Navy’s commitment to ethics. The allegations of cheating at the Naval Nuclear Training Command has spurred a reexamination of ethical behavior and integrity across the military. The alleged cheating incident is not a reflection of the thousands of professional Sailors who operate daily with honor and integrity, Greenert stated in the video. “I do believe we have an ethics problem, but I don’t believe we have an epidemic or that we’re reeling out of control when it comes to ethical behavior of our Sailors,” said Greenert. “There are hundreds and thousands of Sailors and civilians who
are doing a magnificent job in the Navy.” The Navy tracks all incidents concerning behavior issues. Statistics show that conduct has gotten better over the last five years, said Greenert. Greenert announced in his interview that he would take action to make these numbers more transparent to Sailors so they can see for themselves how violations are being handled and stress the important nature of policing ourselves. Greenert stressed that this is the discussion that needs to be ongoing across the Navy. Talking about ethics and integrity should be a part of a command’s daily dialogue, Greenert stated. “Any junior Sailor, if they are wondering about a difficult decision should ask the Chief. Junior officers should ask their senior officers,” said Greenert. “Captains should be having these conversations on the bridge, every day.”
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USS KIDD JOINS USS PINCKNEY IN SEARCH EFFORTS OF FLIGHT MH370 U.S. 7th Fleet Public Affairs GULF OF THAILAND
Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Kidd (DDG 100) joined USS Pinckney (DDG 91) in the search efforts of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 that went missing March 8. Kidd brings the same ArleighBurke class capabilities as Pinckney with its two MH-60R Seahawk helicopters which are designed for search and rescue, as well as anti-submarine
warfare, anti-surface warfare, surveillance, communications relay, naval gunfire support and logistics support. The helicopters can fly a maximum of 180 knots with a ceiling of 13,000 ft., have a maximum range of 245 nautical miles and the capability to conduct searches at night using its Forward Looking Infra-red (FLIR) camera. Kidd, like Pinckney, was conducting training and maritime security operations in international waters in the South China Sea before being sent to assist in the search efforts.
Both ships have crews of more than 300 Sailors each and are multimission ships designed to operate independently or with an associated strike group. The U.S. Navy still has one maritime patrol aircraft, a P-3C Orion from the “Grey Knights” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 46, on station flying from Subang Jaya, Malaysia. The two destroyers departed Naval Base San Diego, Jan. 7, on independent deployments to the Western Pacific Ocean.
MCC(SW/EXW) Peter D. Lawlor Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert speaks to Sailors and base civilians during an all-hands call at Naval Base Kitsap about the status of the Navy.
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HOW TO SUCCEED IN PARENTING BY REALLY TRYING By Lisa Smith Molinari Military Spouse Contributor
Although I don’t talk much about it any more, my husband and I raised a child with what has become known as “special needs.” When I gave birth to him in April of 1995, there was no indication that he was anything other than a healthy nine-pound baby boy. But three years later, a developmental pediatrician would rock our world. “In my opinion,” the Air Force doctor at RAF Lakenheath said looking into our widened eyes, “your son has Atypical Autism.” A couple of hours later, we were frantically grabbing every book on the subject in the library, determined to prove the doctor wrong. I recall one passage in an outdated book that painted a grim picture of the “typical” scenario: Parents receive the diagnosis and are determined to get their child all appropriate treatments. They are encouraged when their child makes progress with aggressive interventions. But as the child grows, the gap between him and his peers widens. As an adolescent, he wants friends, but is confused by nonverbal cues, facial expressions and gestures. Unable to develop peer relationships, he seeks the comfort of his daily routine – watching the same television shows every day, and pacing around the perimeter of his backyard. The parents realize that their son’s delays are insurmountable and accept that he will never lead a normal life. We put that book back on the shelf. It was the only time in our marriage I would ever see my husband cry. This prognosis was too painful to consider, so we did whatever we could. The next eight years were a blur of home therapies, speech therapies, occupational therapies, physical therapies, gluten-free casein-free diets, prescription vitamins, sensory integration regimens, IEP meetings,
monitored peer play dates, doctor’s appointments, and mountains of insurance claim forms. Fortunately, in the fourth grade, our son’s doctor told us that, while he should continue to work through lingering social delays and sensory issues, he no longer fit the diagnostic criteria for autism or any other developmental disorder. We were ecstatic about our son’s progress, but kept our lifestyle of combating autistic symptoms in place. Just in case. Now 18, our son will most certainly “lead a normal life.” He is in his senior year at his third high school, and has already been accepted to colleges. He has earned four varsity letters in football, is a gifted musician, has taken eight Advanced Placement courses, and is an Eagle Scout. Despite his obvious success in conquering a serious developmental disorder, we still have regular moments of worry because our son is still “quirky.” There are days when we see autism creeping around like a phantom, threatening our son’s future. A far away look in his eye. The sound of him muttering to himself in the shower. His stubborn aversion to certain textures in food and clothing. His social awkwardness. His tendency to avoid interaction. We try to put it out of our minds and hope that these ghosts of his past are simply personality traits that won’t stop him from forming meaningful relationships in life. But I still worry. Recently, our son landed the role of J.B. Biggley in his high school’s production of “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.” We didn’t know anything about the musical, and as usual, our son was not forthcoming with any details. We arrived on the night of the first public showing. Buying our tickets and finding our seats, several parents accosted us,
Spring into action By Bianca Martinez Military Spouse Contributor
Courtesy photo Lisa’s son in the role of J.B. Biggley in his high school’s production of “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.”
gasping, “Your son is the one playing J.B. Biggley?! He is amazing! He steals the show!” Knowing our son’s lack of interpersonal skills, we thought they might be misinterpreting his quirks as character acting. However, when he made his appearance on stage, we understood what everyone was talking about. Simply put, our son blew everyone away. At the curtain call, the actors took their turns bowing to the audience. When our son stepped up and bent at the waist, the crowd jumped to its feet, giving him the loudest standing ovation. And no one knows he was once diagnosed with autism. Sitting in our seats in total disbelief, it was as if all our years of hard work had come to fruition. Like comprehending the vastness of the infinite cosmos, my mind was boggled by the magnitude of our son’s potential and the promise of his happy future. He’s going to be just fine. Currently stationed in Newport, RI, Lisa is a 20-year Navy spouse and mother of three teenagers, whose award-winning columns appear in military and civilian newspapers nationwide, and on her blog, themeatandpotatoesoflife.com. Follow Lisa @MolinariWrites.
Sesame workshop for military families ■ help from Elmo In the first installment of Talk, Listen, Connect, families learn about ways to be together, even when they’re apart. When Elmo’s dad, Louie, is deployed, he creates a new bedtime ritual: No matter where they are, the family will say good night to the same moon.
By Rory Brosius Joiningforces.gov
In my work, it never ceases to amaze me how military families are able to navigate the variety of challenges that military life presents. Helping children learn skills to cope with frequent moves and separations due to deployments, to handle difficult encounters with peers, and to clear other emotional hurdles are only a few of the strains on military parents. The Department of Defense and Military OneSource understand what military families face and as a result offer quality, no-cost, multimedia resources from Sesame Workshop. These resources can help military parents and children talk openly about common, everyday challenges, and teach children skills to guide them through a variety of both big and small life obstacles. Sesame Workshop products bring critical educational, emotional, social, and health and wellness lessons to children in an approachable way — through the use of the popular Sesame Street characters. The products, available on Military OneSource, include “Talk, Listen, Connect,” a series for children of deployed parents; “Little Children, Big Challenges: Divorce,” for children whose parents are going through a divorce; “When Families Grieve,” a tool kit for children who have lost a loved one; and the latest product, “Little Children, Big Challenges: Resilience.” I am happy to announce that the most recent release in this series contains a book and DVD designed to help children ages 2 to 5 build im-
portant resilience and perseverance skills that will allow them to overcome challenges large and small. The multimedia tool kit is designed to boost children’s self-esteem, help them develop problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, and encourage them to express their feelings in positive ways. Families can visit the Sesame Street website for other helpful products, including their free app, “Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame,” which teaches children to pause and consider their responses to everyday challenges. The Sesame characters make learning self-regulation and interpersonal skills fun. Whether our children are faced with a minor conflict, mean or aggressive behavior, or a lifechanging event like divorce or deployment, the anxiety these experiences may cause could be overwhelming for them, no matter how strong the family is. Sesame Workshop’s resilience initiative is focused on helping children face these tough situations successfully. I encourage our military families to visit Military OneSource and check out all of the no cost materials offered. Let the Sesame Street characters help you and your family start discussions about life’s complex situations. Rory Brosius is the Deputy Director for Joining Forces. Ed. note: This is part of a series of blogs about wellness issues for Military Families, Veterans, and Service members. Visit joiningforces.gov for more Wellness Wednesday blogs, where we will cover topics relevant to the holistic health of the military and veteran communities.
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Seriously. Who is ready for the Winter of all Winters here in Virginia Beach to be over?! As I sit and write, the temperatures are climbing and the sun is shining. It is a beautiful day to get out and about. Spring fever is setting in and we can’t even be sure we have seen the last of Jack Frost and Old Man Winter. I wanted to try and find a way to keep this excitement of Spring rolling, even if we do get hit again with freezing temperatures and another round of snow (please Lord no!) and here is what I came up with. VOLUNTEERING! I know we all have crazy schedules with spouses traveling, our own jobs in or out of the home, and the never ending schedules of car pools and practice schedules for our kiddos but it is time to do something more. Believe me, I know how insane that sounds. We talk all the time about just wishing we had some “me” time but can’t fit it in but have you ever consider spending your time helping others could be one of the best ways to make yourself feel great? Confession, sometimes I commit to events months ahead and then kind of moan about it the week of. I get overwhelmed with the scheduling aspect of it and trying to figure out how to fit all of the other puzzle pieces of my life together around it. Yes, I know, it’s probably not the right way to feel but I am being honest here. The thing is, I am committed to those events. I have to be there no matter what. And once they are all over, I could not be happier with the fax that I got my lazy butt up and went. Most of those times, those events are incredibly motivating and sometimes can be life changing. I make sure that when I am involved with an organization, it is one that I can see firsthand doing amazing things in the world for others and that makes me feel incredible! I then feel honored to even have the chance to be a part of them. Have I convinced you yet? There are many within our own community who could use your help. Check out some of these organizations. Even just sign up to attend an event and see if they are the group for you. Here are some of my favorites: USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia Clearly, this organization barely needs an introduction. Simply go to Norfolk International Airport and stop in the USO lounge to see how much they do for our military community. That is even a spot where you could spend some time and volunteer! This chapter of the USO has been around for decades and makes it it’s mission to give members of the military and their family members a place to go for support and recreation. They are amazing! Let’s not forget the Patriotic Festival that is around the corner and will bring a huge sense of military pride to the Oceanfront as it has at the beginning of every summer! Now, that is a fun way to spend some time and help others all at once! Go to www.usohrcv.com to find out how to get involved Operation Homefront I have been lucky to work with Operation Homefront Hampton Roads many times and let me tell you, thank goodness they are there for many families in need of support. The women’s night out they hosted was so much fun and I loved seeing the smiles on the ladies as they left with swag bags and a night of memories. However, as an almost all volunteer organization, events like that simply can’t happen without your help. From special event volunteers to staff volunteers your time would mean the world to those this organization is reaching out to. Head to http://www.operationhomefront.net/ getinvolved for volunteering details. Wounded Wear Clearly one of my favorites, I have spent a lot of my “free” time working with WW. There is no better feeling than working with and for those who have sacrificed so much for our freedoms and our country. This is a locally based organization started by one of our hometown heroes but it’s reach goes well beyond the borders of Virginia. You never know the memories and opportunities that will be created with Wounded Wear. I have had the chance to go to New York City, meet some of our bravest military members, and bake cupcakes at Ethereal Cupcakes in an effort to raise money for the group. The coolest thing for me though, after an announcement last week I can now say I went skydiving alongside a Medal of Honor Recipient during Wounded Wear’s Jumping for a Purpose event at Skydive Suffolk. Want to be a part of it all? Go to www.woundedwear.org These are just the few organizations working hard for those around us in this area. Do some research and check out your options. I guarantee you, you will be changing lives, including your own. Now, get out there! Spring into Action and volunteer! You can catch Bianca Martinez anchoring the 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. newscasts with Kurt Williams, Barbara Ciara, and Juliet Bickford during the work week. You can also follow her laughter, stress and tears as a military wife in her blog, “Married to the Military,” weekly in the Flagship. Reach out to Bianca at bianca.martinez@wtkr.com.
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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | MAR 13, 2014 | THE FLAGSHIP | B3 Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Brittney Hellwig, far right, a student in the Riverine Combat Skills course (RCS), observes her classmates approximate the distance from their targets during the range estimations portion of a field training exercise in Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Navy releases new mobile game Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs MILLINGTON, TENN.
The Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention (NADAP) Office released a mobile game app March 3, as part of the Keep What You’ve Earned campaign. “Pier Pressure” was designed to promote responsible drinking among Sailors by incorporating real-life choices in an entertaining workand-play scenario. The app also enables all Sailors to have important alcohol-related resources at their fingertips 24/7, including a blood alcohol content (BAC) calculator and local taxi search. “During the development of the Keep What You’ve Earned Campaign, we heard from young, enlisted Sailors that the best way to reach them was through their mobile phones,” said Dorice Favorite, director of NADAP. “Pier Pressure will help Sailors understand how responsible drinking can keep their careers on track, and alternatively, how abusing alcohol can lead to serious consequences.” Favorite said the idea for the game came from the Sailors themselves, and NADAP engaged more than 110 Sailors in the testing process to make sure the app was both entertaining and educational. She explained that the goal of the game is to advance one’s career, but players must make the right choices to be successful. “In the game, the choices you make at the bar affect your skill level at work the next day, which in turn affects your player’s evaluation reports,” said Mike Aukerman, Alcohol Program Manager at NADAP. “Just like in real life, smart drinking choices help advance your career, while poor choices can get you separated from the Navy - aka game over.” Pier Pressure also features leaderboards, enabling players to compete with friends and shipmates. The app also provides resources to help Sailors drink responsibly in real life. The BAC calculator can help remind Sailors when they have had too much to drive, and the local taxi search can help them find a safe ride home. You can download the app on Apple iTunes or Google Play app stores.
Taking place in October 2012, this was the first RCS training group composed of Coastal Riverine Force Sailors and the first to incorporate women into the course.
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COASTAL RIVERINE FORCE ADMITS WOMEN TO COMBAT BILLETS Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs WASHINGTON
The Department of the Navy announced March 7, that women can now be assigned to previously closed positions in the Coastal Riverine Force, continuing in the Department of Defense’s rescission of the 1994 Direct Ground Combat Definition and Assignment Rule. The 30-day Congressional notification requirement ended March 6, which now opens 267 Navy positions in the Coastal Riverine Force (CRF) for the assignment of women. The 267 Navy positions in the CRF small craft include both female officers and enlisted. “Our continuing effort to maximize all professional opportunities for women in the Navy and Marine Corps takes another step with the opening the Coastal Riverine Force to female officers and Sailors,” said Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus. “We consistently strive to ensure all Sailors and Marines, regardless of gender, have a path toward a successful military career. This not only makes us better warfighters, but it ensures our Navy and Marine Corps remains the finest expeditionary fighting force in the world.”
With the opening of these billets to females, the only remaining community that is still closed to women is Special Warfare – an issue Special Operations Command (SOCOM) and the Navy continue work on together. Thirteen women have been identified as the first candidates for the newly opened positions. Since last fall, nine enlisted women have been administratively assigned to Coastal Riverine Squadron (CRS) 2, Delta Company, 1st Platoon, located in Portsmouth. The administrative assignment was done to assist with management of the training cycle, in anticipation of Secretary of Defense and Congressional approval to open previously excluded billets to women. CRS-2 will be the first unit in the CRF to assign women to boats capable of the Riverine mission. The nine women in CRS-2 have completed the required training, have been screened for the billets, and all nine have been awarded their Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC). The end of the congressional notification period clears the way for these women to deploy with their squadron and potentially be assigned as crewmembers on boats.
There are two other active component squadrons with the same mission: Coastal Riverine Squadron Four in Virginia Beach, and Coastal Riverine Squadron Three, in San Diego. With the complex and intense training required of Coastal Riverine Sailors, and in preparation for the lifting of the women in combat exclusion, both Squadrons are implementing plans to incorporate women into squadrons capable of the Riverine mission as soon as feasible. CRS-2 is scheduled to deploy this summer and is currently in pre-deployment training. CRS-4 recently returned from deployment and CRS-3, Delta Company, recently deployed. CRF operates in harbors, rivers, bays, across the littorals and ashore. The primary mission of CRF is to conduct maritime security operations across all phases of military operations by defending high value assets, critical maritime infrastructure, ports and harbors both inland and on coastal waterways against enemies, and when commanded conduct offensive combat operations. For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnp/.
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CNP responds to Sailors’ questions in worldwide all-hands call By MC1 Elliott Fabrizio Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
WASHINGTON
The Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) talked with Sailors around the world in an all-hands call, broadcast from the Defense Media Activity at Ft. Meade, Md., March 5. Vice Adm. Bill Moran, CNP, and Fleet Master Chief for Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education (MPT&E) April Beldo, updated Sailors on Navy subjects including pay, the Career Intermission Pilot Program (CIPP), advancement and Tuition Assistance (TA). “Fleet and I are always interested in hearing what Sailors are hearing in the fleet and what questions they have,” said Moran. “This gives us the opportunity to give them the right information and beat back any bad information that is circulating.” Sailors asked live ques-
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tions via satellite, telephone and social media. The Secretary of the Navy approved raises to Career Sea Pay allowance and a Sailor from San Diego asked, via satellite, when the increases would show up in Sailors’ paychecks. “We think within the next 60 days we’re going to start improving the pay of anybody on Career Sea Pay today,” said Moran. Via telephone, a Sailor from USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) asked if the Navy had plans to fully adopt the Career Intermission Pilot Program. “The answer is absolutely,” said Moran. “The results
we’ve gotten from this program have been very positive. People have been able to go out and get a college degree, start a family, or start another job and have come back into the Navy and picked up right where they left off.” He added that the Navy is seeking congressional permission next year to remove the ‘pilot’ moniker and institutionalize it across the Navy. Sailors aware of plans to change the advancement process had several questions about the details, such as removing the point value of Good Conduct Medals and the timeline.
MC3 Jules Stobaugh Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) Vice Adm. Bill Moran talks to Sailors during a world-wide all-hands call at Defense Media Activity at Fort George G. Meade, Md.
“The things that we are focusing on is evaluations, performance and the advancement score,” said Beldo. “Right now we are not changing the points you are given for awards.” Moran added, “There’s a lot being talked about and discussed with advancement exams and I think it’s important for Sailors to know that while we’re talking about it, nothing is being implemented in this March cycle. It’s more likely to be a year from now that you’ll see these changes take place, and we will communicate that to all of you.”
From in-studio, a Sailor had a question about the TA program. “The Navy has been 100 percent on TA for the longest time, and even when the other branches of service dropped TA, the Navy kept it at 100 percent; but, I’ve heard talk of them possibly going down to 75 percentHave you heard anything about that?” asked Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Xander Gamble. TA is funded at 100 percent through fiscal year 2014, but Beldo confirmed that Navy TA may see a 25 percent contribution from
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Continued from B1 The Navy’s first enlisted women, more commonly known as yeomen (F) or yeomanettes, provided clerical support during World War I. Capt. Joy Bright Hancock initially enlisted as a yeoman (F), serving until the end of World War I, by which time she had risen to the rank of chief petty officer. In 1942, during World War II, she was commissioned as a lieutenant in the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES) program. Hancock rose to the rank of captain and led the WAVES through the 1940s and 1950s, facilitating the addition of women as a permanent part of the Navy. Master Chief Yeoman Anna DerVartanian entered the Navy through the WAVES. She was not only the first woman to hold the rank of master chief in the Navy, but also across all armed services. Reflecting on her service, Der-Vartanian noted that most of the personnel she led treated her with respect and professionalism. The few exceptions where her authority was challenged, she maintained her professionalism with the saying, “Fall in and pipe down!” Upon her retirement after 21 years of naval service, DerVartanian continued serving her country by joining the Central Intelligence Agency. Darlene Iskra was one of the first female line officers to graduate from the Naval School of Diving and Salvage in Washington, D.C. Looking back, Iskra said, “Dive school was the most physically challenging thing I had ever done to that point in my life. Had it not been for the support of my fellow classmates, especially my roommate and diving partner [present day] Rear Adm. Martha Herb, I would have probably quit.” As a lieutenant commander, Darlene
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Sailors in the next fiscal year. “We believe if there is an investment in there from the Sailor, they will be more committed,” said Beldo. “I think it will still be a good deal for Sailors.” CNP also busted several rumors that Sailors had heard in the fleet. He said there are no plans to increase the length of boot camp, the Navy is not eliminating the Command Advancement Program (CAP) and there are no current plans to add advancement points for warfare pins or fitness exams.
MC1 Collin Turner Capt. Synthia Jones, right, addresses the Women’s History Month Symposium at Naval Support Activity Naples. The theme of the symposium is “Women Inspiring Innovation through Imagination: Celebrating Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.”
U.S. Navy photo Lt. Cmdr. Darlene Iskra, was the first Navy woman to command a ship. Photograph of Iskra while commanding USS Opportune (ARS-41) in 1990.
Iskra became the first Navy woman to command a ship when she assumed command of USS Opportune (ARS 41) in 1990. Iskra took her ship, a Bolster-class rescue and salvage ship, to patrol the Suez Canal during Operation Desert Storm, ensuring the canal remained clear for commerce. Reflecting upon her time as the first female commanding officer of a naval ship, she now understands that being a trail-
blazer means opening new ground for others to follow and that sometimes there are hazards along the way. Iskra retired in 2000 as a commander, with 21 years of service. Most recently, Vice Adm. Michelle Howard was nominated for appointment to the rank of admiral and assignment as vice chief of naval operations. Upon confirmation, she will make history as the Navy’s first female four-star admiral, and first African-American and first woman to serve as the vice chief. The character, courage, and commitment shown by Higbee, Hancock, DerVartanian, Iskra, and Howard paved the way for women serving in the contemporary Navy. Today, women in the Navy, both officer and enlisted, hold leadership positions aboard warships, of carrier air wings and squadrons, recruiting districts, training stations, and shipyards. As we continue to progress forward, previously closed billets will open to women and the Navy will continue to witness women making history and new “firsts.” Commands are strongly encouraged to increase their knowledge and awareness of the contributions of women to our Navy and nation by celebrating the National Women’s History Month theme, “Celebrating Women of Character, Courage, and Commitment,” through programs, exhibits, publications, and participation in military and community events.
Leadership also has to be approachable, so that people can report issues when they see them, said Greenert. “Understand that everyone is human, leaders should anticipate mistakes,” said Greenert. “Leadership has to be open to self-correction.” It’s not always easy for someone to address an ethical dilemma when they see it, said MCPON Stevens. “It’s often a close friend or shipmate that is out of control,” said Stevens. “How you address it is important.” Both MCPON Stevens and the CNO pointed out that there is the impression that each instance of wrongdoing reaches the highest levels of the Navy, when in fact a majority of these issues involving a violation of integrity can simply be handled at the lowest levels. This is the benefit of our military chain of command. Sailors should discuss the problem with someone they trust and make a plan to handle the situation at the lowest level if possible, said Stevens. “We all have anxieties about ‘turning each other in’,” said Greenert. But most minor ethical violations can be handled at lower levels before situations become egregious, Greenert stated. “That’s the beauty of our military culture, you can handle these issues in a chain of command,” said Greenert. “The sooner the better.” Integrity is the foundation of our military and trust is the essence of what we’re about, said Greenert. “If we lose our trust, and we don’t have that integrity,” said Greenert, “when does it stop? How do you know that those little choices you make aren’t the ones that make the difference?” Secretary of Defense Hagel last month announced two separate reviews of the Nuclear Enterprise that will look at both the managerial aspect and personnel accountability and health of the force to examine where there may be potential gaps in our application of training and execution. “Our profession is inherently dangerous,” said Stevens. “We have to have absolute unquestionable trust in the people we’re around. One mistake can mean you aren’t coming home.” It’s not just something that we talk about; it’s something that we all should live, said Stevens. To watch the whole conversation, visit http://goo. gl/AeC3dF.
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Continued from B1 Information Systems Technician 1st Class Shannan Arney agreed. “Soft language makes things more acceptable to people. I’ve seen this scenario happen in real life and people do tend to rationalize why they shouldn’t act.” Domitrz explained that most people convince themselves not to act in these situations because of a
fear of confrontation and the misguided thought that “it’s not my business.” He went on to invalidate that kind of thinking in a way that was easy for the service members to relate to. “Each of you joined the military,” Domitrz said, “so obviously you are willing to fight for what you believe. We have all had moments when we stood up to our friends and parents for something that we
believed, so we can all overcome that fear of confrontation.” In addition to sexual assault prevention, “Can I Kiss You?” illustrated for the service members miscommunications in relationship dynamics, particularly as it relates to physical intimacy. Domitrrz demonstrated that, regardless if couples are just starting to date or are in long-term married partnerships, proactive communication
and simple language help eliminate the kinds of common miscommunications that all couples experience. Domitrz’s program was part of a multi-nation tour in Navy Region Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia’s area of operations, and it focused on service members’ health and wellness, particularly in regards to sexual assault and suicide prevention. Camp Lemonnier’s sexual assault
response coordinator, Temesia Andrews, put the program in context by saying, “This training is current. It helps our service members, particularly in the joint environment we have at CLDJ, understand that [sexual assault prevention and response] training is important to all the branches of the military. And it does it in a way that watching computer based training isn’t able to do.”
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U.S. Navy ships visit Republic of Korea ahead of Foal Eagle Exercises
Seventh Fleet uses bystander intervention to combat sexual assault
By Lt. Arlo Abrahamson Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea Public Affairs
SEOUL, REPUBLIC OF KOREA
By MC2 Toni Burton U.S. 7th Fleet Public Affairs
YOKOSUKA, JAPAN
U.S. 7th Fleet Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Victim Advocates (VA) attended A Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka SAPR meeting. The meeting was to announce upcoming events and training for the VAs to pass on to their respective commands such as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Sailors Challenging Reality and Education against Myths, and keeping command training up-to-date. Bystander intervention has been a primary focus of U.S. 7th Fleet staff as well as top Navy Leaders. Although sexual assault training is mandatory for all Sailors, recently, five U.S. 7th Fleet Sailors took advantage of an opportunity to attend regional education courses. Sailors who attend the courses go on become a command SAPR VA. The focus on bystander intervention is to instill in Sailors the will to act when they see something negative that could turn into sexual assault. One example was a scenario staged during a Coalition of Sailors against Destructive Decisions all-hands event with more than 80 bystanders present, where trainers in civilian clothes engaged in an argument resulting in an assault in order to evaluate the crowd’s reaction. To defuse the situation, an off-duty master chief stepped in; however, the trainers also noted
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dozens of bystanders who did nothing. The trainers then “froze” the scenario to discuss what happened. “When a third party observes something they know is wrong, sees the possibility of it going down hill and steps in and acts on the situation, that’s bystander intervention,” said Chief Mass Communication Specialist Bleu Moore, 7th Fleet SAPR representative. “It’s that gut feeling we all have when a situation doesn’t feel right and then doing something about it.” The Navy defines sexual assault as a crime of intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse or authority of when the victim does not or cannot consent. With the number of sexual assaults in the Navy, those that attend the training will be able to inform other Sailors on sexual assault awareness and bystander intervention. “There are different ways to battle sexual assault. Whether it is through awareness, prevention, education, bystander intervention or outreach, we are really push-
ing to increase bystander intervention,” added Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) Keisha Moore. To battle the war on sexual assaults in the military, the National Defense Authorization Act required the Department of Defense to establish a training and certification program for SARC and SAPR VA in 2012. “The training piece of becoming a VA is really what sets the tone for being effective,” said Keisha Moore. “Learning the ins and outs in this training environment is where we assess all newly positioned VAs. We want to ensure you understand the victim comes first; 100 percent for the victim.” The 5-day SAPR VA course was recently expanded from a 30-hour course to a 40-hour course and consists of different modules that cover facts, myths, confidentiality, help options and role playing. Currently, U.S. 7th Fleet staff has nine VAs for a command of more then 300 personnel.
U.S. Navy ships arrived in ports across the Republic of Korea (ROK), March 8, in preparation for the upcoming Foal Eagle exercises with the ROK navy. Members of the ROK navy welcomed the guided-missile destroyers USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) and USS Lassen (DDG 82) to Pyeongtaek, while the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) visited the city of Mokpo. In addition, the guided-missile destroyer USS Howard (DDG 83) arrived in the city of Donghae. The port visits provided members of both the U.S. and ROK navies the opportunity to engage in community outreach activities and rehearse training scenarios ahead of the Foal Eagle exercises, which are scheduled to run from March to April this year. “We welcome the crews of these ships to the Republic of Korea,” said Rear Adm. Lisa Franchetti, Commander, U.S.
Naval Forces Korea. “These port visits and the follow-on exercises provide our Sailors with an outstanding opportunity to build teamwork and conduct valuable training with our partners in the Republic of Korea navy.” Exercise Foal Eagle in an umbrella of regularly-scheduled, annual exercises that are the culmination of many months of planning and based on realistic training scenarios. The naval portion of the Foal Eagle exercises take place in international waters around South Korea and feature a full spectrum of maritime operations. The training incorporates scenarios such as gunnery exercises, communication drills, dynamic ship maneuvers, logistical rehearsals, and liaison officer exchanges with the ROK navy. “As navies, we achieve readiness and enhance teamwork by spending time at sea together,” said Franchetti. “That is why we are active year-round in conducting routine exercises together like Foal Eagle with our Republic of Korea navy counterparts.”
MC2 Joshua B. Bruns Cmdr. Noel J. Gonzalez, commanding officer of the USS Cheyenne (SSN 773), explains the submarine’s galley to Busan Mayor Hur Nam-sik during a tour of the boat.
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B6 | THE FLAGSHIP | MAR 13, 2014 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM Active duty and reserve Sailors from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea, Fleet Activities Chinhae, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1 and the Republic of Korea navy compete in a variety of team-building games during at Aikwangwon Orphanage on Koje Island, Republic of Korea.
Misawa Sailor completes 2014 Tokyo Marathon By MC3 Erin Devenberg Naval Air Facility Misawa Public Affairs
TOKYO, JAPAN
With already more than 130 inches of snow this winter, U.S. Naval Air Facility Misawa will never be described as an optimal locale to train for a marathon. Often described as the “snowiest naval base in the word,” Sailors forward deployed to this installation often find themselves persevering through subfreezing temperatures, horizontal snowfall and raging winds. So under these conditions, just arriving safely to the base fitness center can feel like an accomplishment. But for Lt. Jose Acay arriving at the Misawa fitness center day in and day out was only the beginning. It was the streets of Tokyo 400 miles away that motivated him. In August, Acay, was one of 36,000 selected runners chosen from all over the world to take part in the 2014 Tokyo Marathon, a grueling 26.2-mile run through the ornate streets of downtown Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 23. “My motivation to run the Tokyo Marathon was my desire to participate in what is considered to be one of the top 10 marathons in the world,” said Acay, who currently serves as the NAF Misawa supply officer. “I put my name in to register via the entry lottery as over 70,000 people do each year, and I was very lucky to be one of the runners selected.” But Acay said the selection was the easy part. Training for a marathon on board a base that spends half the year covered in ice and snow brought about its own challenges. “My training schedule for the week was to try and average about 50 miles a week. I was able to do that going into November, and actually about two-thirds of my runs were still outside,” said Acay. “The month of December was almost all completely ran indoors on a treadmill, and only four days outside including a morning Christmas run. The snow was not bad, but running on ice is what prevented me from pursuing more training outside.” On the day of the marathon, he found himself standing amidst a teeming crowd of anxious runners that had filtered in from around the world. He waited patiently trying to save his energy and adrenaline for the run. “There was a euphoric atmosphere at the start” said Acay. “As the gun shot, fireworks went off and confetti fell down upon us. My biggest downfall with running races has always been starting out too fast, but my strategy for this run was to temper my adrenaline from the beginning, and stay within my pace of 10 minutes per mile.” Spectators lined the streets of Tokyo to cheer on the marathon participants as they made their way through the labyrinth-like city streets. Though there was motivation and support all around him, even Acay, with eight marathons under his belt, found a point where he was struggling. “Near the 20-mile mark I noticed a few muscles starting to tighten up and I felt a wave of fatigue,” he said. “I thought of a line from my local spin instructor, ‘your mind will quit before your body does’ and I picked up my pace to finish strong at four hours and 28 minutes.” While Acay’s accomplishment is notable, it came as no surprise for the people who work with him every day. “Whether he’s performing his duties as the NAF Misawa supply officer or training for a marathon, Acay’s enthusiasm and work ethic are inspiring,” said Capt. Chris Rodeman, NAF Misawa commanding officer. “We’re very fortunate to have someone of his stellar caliber on our team here, and his legacy at the command will assuredly be of a Sailor who leads by example and motivates through action.”
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Sailors continue relationship with Korean orphanage By MC1 Joshua Bryce Bruns Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea Public Affairs
KOJE ISLAND, REPUBLIC OF KOREA
More than 120 active duty and reserve Sailors volunteered their time March 2, to help the Aikwangwon home and school for the physically and mentally disabled on Koje Island, Republic of Korea (ROK). Sailors from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea (CNFK), Commander, Fleet Activities Chinhae, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1, and the ROK Navy continued a 60-year plus tradition with Aikwangwon by installing a guardrail, restocking cultivated logs in a mushroom farm, and playing team-building games with residents and staff in the gymnasium at the special needs orphanage. “We wish the residents and staff of Aikwangwon a prosperous 2014, the year of the Blue Horse,” said Rear Adm. Lisa Franchetti, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea. “Since the last Year of the Blue Horse 60 years ago, Sailors have been volunteering time and making friendships with the people of Aikwangwon. Today, I think our relationship with
Navy and Aikwangwon spans 61 years, when Kim Im-soon first founded Aikwangwon during the Korean War with seven orphans. U.S. Navy doctors and nurses assigned to the U.S. base at Chinhae would visit and perform check-ups when there were no bridges connecting Koje island to the Korean mainland, making supplies and medical assistance difficult to receive. Since the 1950s, Sailors from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea and Commander, Fleet Activities Chinhae and visiting ships from the U.S. 7th Fleet have performed many community service projects and team-building activities as Aikwangwon transformed from a small home for about seven orphans into a complex housing more than 200 full-time residents. “This is a very good learning opportunity for Sailors to see some of the long history the U.S. Navy has of helping so many people in small corners of the world,” said Lt. Cmdr. Sung Choi, CNFK chaplain. “Days like today are very special.” “The U.S. Navy is like our family,” said superintendentant Woojung Song. “The children love when the Sailors come. They will forever be friends with us.”
USS City of Corpus Christi visits former homeport, Sailors volunteer at Guam School By Jesse Leon Guerrero Joint Region Marianas Public Affairs
BARRIGADA, GUAM
MC3 Erin Devenberg Runners traverse the streets of Tokyo during the 2014 Tokyo Marathon, Feb. 23.
Aikwangwon continues to be strong because we have Sailors that are committed to sharing their time here.” For some of the Sailors, it was their first community relations event in Korea and a unique opportunity to bond with the residents and local staff. “Working with the (ROK) Sailors and getting to interact with the residents was awesome,” said Equipment Operator Constructionman Victor Sanders, NMCB 1. “The log flipping was really unique, too. It was something I’ll never forget.” After helping staff in the mushroom farm and installing a new safety guardrail along a steep wheelchair ramp, some of the Sailors walked with residents along the coast before enjoying some Korean bulgogi and kimchi at the cafeteria. “You can see the work that the staff does here every day, but they go above and beyond that to welcome us when we visit,” said Cmdr. Quinn D. Skinner, Commander, Fleet Activities Chinhae. “I really appreciate Aikwangwon staff having us here and I appreciate all of the Sailors volunteering to come out here and make this a great day.” The relationship between the U.S.
USS City of Corpus Christi (SSN 705) Sailors gave back to the island they once called home during an outreach opportunity at B.P. Carbullido Elementary School in Barrigada, Guam, March 7. This was the submarine’s
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first visit to the island since its change of homeport from Guam to Hawaii in 2011. “It’s kind of like going back to where you grew up,” said Fire Technician 2nd Class (SSW) Jordan Larry, who was a junior Sailor when City of Corpus Christi was homeported on Guam. “It’s a privilege to have been here before, so I can show the junior Sailors around.” More than 10 Sailors shared their career experiences, told stories about Navy life and participated
in sports activities with the students. “We like to show the community that we care and we do our part,” said Machinist’s Mate 1st Class (SS/SW) Shane Stuteville. Agnes Guerrero, school principal, said the visit was beneficial to the students because it allowed them to learn more about the Navy and possibly set personal educational and career goals. “It’s something positive for our children,” she said. “I really look forward to always
building that relationship and they’ve been very, very good about coming to the schools every year making that time for our students.” The submarine departed Hawaii in November 2013 for a deployment to the Western Pacific region. It is the second ship to be named after the Texas city and is capable of conducting anti-surface and anti-submarine operations along with guided missile strike operations using conventional Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles.
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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | MAR 13, 2014 | THE FLAGSHIP | B7 Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1 accepts authority of Camp Shields, Okinawa, from NMCB-3.
Sailors awakened by 6.6 magnitude earthquake in Okinawa By MCC Kim Martinez NMCB 1 Public Affairs
OKINAWA, JAPAN
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake shook the island of Okinawa Japan during the wee hours of the morning, March 3. Sailors from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1 were preparing to attend their morning physical training (PT) session when the tremor rocked Camp Shields. “I have never experienced an earthquake before,” said Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Nancy Vergara. “At first, I didn’t even know what
it was, but I noticed it after the second wave of stronger tremors came through after a brief pause from the initial onset.” Earthquakes are common in Japan, which experiences them frequently throughout the year. They can also generate tsunamis, but according to the Fleet Numerical Meteorology and Oceanography Center in Monterey, Calif., a destructive tsunami was not generated because the earthquake is located too deep inside the earth. The epicenter of the quake was located 60 miles north of Camp Shields in the Ryukyu Islands Japan. The Okinawa
emergency guide states that Okinawa sits in an area called “The Pacific Ring of Fire.” This area is the most volatile region for seismic activity in the world. Since there is no way to predict when and where an earthquake will occur, NMCB 1 Sailors need to be ready to take action and remain safe in an emergency situation. “Every deployment site has to be ready to respond to events specific to their geographic area,” said NMCB 1 Executive Officer Lt. Cmdr. Bob Stiles. “In Okinawa, we deliberately prepare for potential natural di-
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sasters like earthquakes, tsunamis and typhoons. In addition to sharing information from emergency action guides to prepare our Seabees and keep them safe, we develop written plans to define procedures and assign responsibilities in case we need to react.”
NMCB 1 is currently deployed to several countries in the Pacific region and three sites in the United States as part of its 2014 deployment. Aligned with Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus’ four priorities of people, platforms, partnerships and power, the
battalion will deliver the Navy’s forward presence through its work with several host nations at its Pacific Civic Construction Action Details in the and will continue to conduct construction operations in the Northern Command.
A few of Navy’s finest compete for gold in paralympics Defense Media Activity FORT MEADE, MD.
The Navy has three Wounded Warriors participating in the upcoming Paralympics in Sochi, Russia. Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Tyler Burdick, Cryptologic Technician (Interpretive) 1st Class Kevin Burton, and Lt. Cmdr. Dan Cnossen will all compete for gold in their respective events. For Burdick, that’s snowboarding. However, after his injury, he wasn’t sure he’d even walk, let alone snowboard. It was with one week left of his third deployment that Burdick’s armored vehicle was struck by a roadside bomb, resulting in serious injuries to both of his feet. He decided against amputation, instead undergoing limb salvage and intense physical therapy at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center at Bethesda, Md. When he had regained enough muscular strength in his feet and lower legs, Burdick was fitted for a pair of cutting-edge braces that allowed him to stand and walk upright again.
An avid snowboarder before the accident, he was introduced to the National Ability Center in Park City, Utah. There, he began training with Team Utah, a competitive snowboard team for both able-bodied and adaptive snowboarders. He excelled immediately in his first season of competition, notching five top-10 performances in world cup events. “After my injury, my goal was to snowboard again,” said Burdick. “I told myself, ‘When I ride again, I’ll consider myself recovered.’ To not only return to snowboarding, but to relearn how to do it well at the world-class level; yeah, I feel fully recovered. My passion is renewed and I have something that drives me to excel and to never look back or feel sorry for myself.” Burton was in his ninth year serving as an Arabic linguist with the United States Navy, including tours to Iraq and Kuwait, when in 2010 he was diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease called retinitis pigmentosa. Before being medically retired in February 2011, Burton went through treatment at the Veterans Administration (VA)
To not only return to snowboarding, but to relearn how to do it well at the world-class level; yeah, I feel fully recovered.” -Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Tyler Burdick
Medical Center Augusta’s Blind Rehabilitation Center in Georgia, where he learned how to complete everyday tasks without his eyesight. Three years later he is gearing up to compete in the Paralympics as a Nordic skier in the cross-country skiing and biathlon event. A biathlon is a winter sport that combines cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. Let that sink in for a moment. Burton competes with the aid of a guide who skis in front of him and gives him
Team Navy/ Coast Guard member Lt. Daniel B. Cnossen runs the 800-meter during the second annual Warrior Games in 2011.
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directions on the course. To aim his shot, he listens to headphones that tell him how close he is and whether or not he is on target. An avid crosscountry skier before his accident, Burton wore skis again for the first time in March 2012 at the VA’s National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Snowmass Village, Colo. “It always helps when you hear people cheering you on,” said Burton. “It also helps that I ski with a guide so I always have someone to chase. When things get really tough, I just focus on my guide’s feet and worry about one stride at a time. Due to the nature of my vision, when I do that I don’t see what is around me, how fast I am going or how far I have left
to go. I just keep taking that next step until all of a sudden I’m at the top of the hill or across the finish line.” Cnossen was serving as the platoon commander for SEAL Team One in Afghanistan in September 2009 when he stepped on an IED (improvised explosive device) and was injured in the explosion. The accident caused Cnossen to lose both his legs just above the knee. He is the only double-amputee Navy SEAL in history. The United States Naval Academy graduate and Topeka, Kan., native, found ways to be active again as soon as possible. Exactly one year from the date of his accident, Cnossen ran a mile with his prosthetics for the first time.
Since then, he has completed the 2011 New York City Marathon in 2 hours, 38 minutes (handcycling 16 miles and running 10.2), and earned four Warrior Games medals. He also began cross-country skiing, something that he had never tried prior to his injury. He worked with the U.S. Army’s 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and, given his natural talent for the sport, began training exclusively in cross-country skiing and biathlon the U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing National Team. “I know that all my teammates and competitors are giving 100 percent on the course, and it pushes me to do the same,” said Cnossen. “Especially knowing that the competition is so intense, I have to give it everything.”
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St. Patrick’s Day 5K Naval Station Norfolk ■ when and where March 14, 11:30 a.m., at N-24 Gymnasium, Naval Station Norfolk. Race day registration begins at 10 a.m. Free event is for active duty, retirees, eligible family members, reservists and DOD civilians. For more information, contact 444-4016 or visit www. discovermwr.com/StPat5K.
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Jamestown offers glimpse into the past with ‘Military Through The Ages’
TONY BENNETT COMING TO CHRYSLER HALL By Yiorgo Contributing writer
Yiorgo: You were born in Astoria, Queens. Tell us about your life growing up there? Tony Bennett: Astoria, even to this day, is where many Greeks live. It’s like a small Greek town. My best friend in Astoria growing up was a Greek boy named John Selakas. Nobody I ever met loved New York City as much as he did. His idea of a walk in the country was a walk in Central Park. He was such a wonderful friend I miss him to this day. Both of my parents were born in Italy but my dad died when I was 10 years old so my mother, Anna, raised my brother John, sister Mary and me by herself and with a lot of family support. Our relatives would come over every Sunday and they would put us inside a circle and encouraged us to sing, and to draw. Y: I hear a fondness in your voice. TB: I have been all over the world, but Astoria is still the best place and where I would rather be. I like it so much that in 2001, along with my then wife Suzan, we established the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts (FSSA), a public high school in partnership with the NYC Department of Education to help strengthen the role of the arts in public high school education. We currently partner with 17 public high schools.
■ legend on stage Tony Bennett (right) will be performing at Chrylser Hall in Norfolk on March 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the Scope Arena box office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com or call 1-800745-3000.
Y: You were working with the great Pearl Bailey when another legend, Bob Hope, discovered you. Talk to us about those days. TB: Yes, Pearl Bailey was great, you know they are doing a play about her life story on Broadway. She was a great lady. I was on an amateur show with Rosemary Clooney, she came in first, and I came in second. Ms. Bailey heard me singing and put me in her act. It’s funny how life works because Bob Hope was performing across the street and came to catch Ms. Bailey’s act and say hello. He heard me sing and said, “Let’s go kid. You are coming to the Paramount and singing with me.” He taught me how to carry myself on the road, to be respectful of everyone, how to tip waiters who worked very hard, how to pack and what to pack while on the road, etc. He also gave me my stage name. At that time I was going by Joe Bari. He said, “What’s your real name?” I said, “Anthony Dominick Benedetto,” he said, “We’ll
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call you Tony Bennett.” Y: You performed for 10 U.S. presidents, and have had a command performance for Queen Elizabeth II of England. Any anecdotes that you would like to share? TB: I love President Clinton. He was the best, and very wonderful to me. To this day we are great friends. Out of all the presidents, he was the most relaxed. You did not have to stand at attention. He is just so nice. He and his wife are fantastic people and I pray she becomes president. Y: You and Harry Belafonte marched with Dr. Martin Luther King in Selma, Ala., What were those years like? TB: It was Harry. I was so much against wars, seeing firsthand the misery they cause. I fought in World War II and
helped liberate a concentration camp in Landsberg, Poland. It was Harry who told me about Dr. King and his peaceful movement. Harry said that he would like for me to go to the march with him and told me about the tragedies and the injustices, all the terrible things that AfricanAmericans were going through, well then I had to go, I wanted to go and give my support. It was quite an experience to go down there. At the time I did not realize how profound a movement it was. I am grateful and thankful to Harry for involving me. We are all human beings and we need to treat everybody with respect. I was very happy when I heard that the movie “12 Years A Slave” won best movie at the Academy Awards.
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Muzik Lounge helping build dreams By Yiorgo Contributing writer
The local music scene is alive and well in Hampton Roads and thanks to the award wining Muzik Lounge, they are helping to make dreams come true for local artists. I recently sat down at a local lounge with Stephen Salazar, founder of Muzik Lounge. As we enjoyed the ambiance, like a proud papa watching his children perform before a very appreciative crowd, we talked about how Muzik Lounge got started and the many opportunities for local talent to be seen and heard in the Hampton Roads area. Yiorgo: Tell us a little about yourself, where are you from, and how did you get involved with the local music scene?
Stephen Salazar: I am a proud product of Hampton Roads! I love it here and want to do anything I can to promote local talent in the Hampton region. I was born in Portsmouth but I grew up in Virginia Beach and went to Salem High School. As a senior at Salem High I got into D Jing because my grandfather Norlito Salazar was a D J. Eventually he passed down all of his equipment to me. I did it for a while then I took a break after he passed away. My grandpa always said, “Follow your heart, follow what you are passionate about.” My passion is music, so I started going out to local shows and noticed that there was not one true local site that promoted local music, or to be able to
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Courtesy photo Stephen Salazar is the founder of Muzik Lounge.
Hundreds of re-enactors depicting armed forces from the first century A.D. to modern times will come together on March 15 - 16 for the 30th anniversary of Jamestown Settlement’s “Military Through the Ages” event. This chronological display of military history, held each year at Jamestown Settlement since 1984, will feature 35 groups based in Virginia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Military re-enactors and modern-day units will show how uniforms, weapons and military tactics evolved through the centuries, as well as aspects of field communication and medical treatment. The event also showcases a variety of military vehicles and equipment. Visitors are encouraged to interact with re-enactors to learn how Soldiers attired and armed themselves, as well as how they were fed and housed in times of war. Music of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries will be performed throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday. A children’s parade at noon on Saturday allows young “troops” to march through the museum’s re-created colonial fort and re-enactor campsites to formally present ribbons to each of the participating military units. A comparative artillery-firing demonstration will be presented at noon on Sunday with weapons ranging from a 17th-century swivel gun to a modern-day howitzer. A military passin-review will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday and will include recognition of re-enactor units judged on camp sites, clothing and cooking presentations, and field demonstrations. Re-enactors will portray Soldiers and military encounters from Roman times, the medieval period, Hundred Years’ War, War of the Roses, French and Indian War, American Revolution, War of 1812, and American Civil War. Re-enactors depicting World Wars I and II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War take visitors through the 20th century. The National Museum of the Marine Corps and the Virginia Army National Guard will represent the present. The Civil War 150 HistoryMobile features immersive spaces and interactive exhibits that draw together stories of the Civil War and emancipation from the viewpoints of those who experienced it across Virginia. It will be located in the Jamestown Settlement visitor parking area and will be open, with free admission, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Jamestown Settlement is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily year-round. Admission is $16 for adults and $7.50 for ages 6-12. Children under 6 are free. A value-priced combination ticket with theYorktown Victory Center, a museum of the American Revolution, is $20.50 for adults and $10.25 for ages 6-12. Parking is free. Jamestown Settlement is located on State Route 31 near the Colonial Parkway in James City County. For more information, call (888) 593-4682 toll-free or 253-4838, or visit www.historyisfun.org/military-through-the-ages.htm.
Hurrah Players to present all-time Disney favorite ‘The Little Mermaid’ NORFOLK
In 2011, The Hurrah Players were honored to stage the regional premiere of Disney’s aquatic masterpiece “The Little Mermaid” to sold out audiences with rave reviews. By popular demand, Hurrah is bringing the world’s most beloved mermaid back to musical life. In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Based on one of Hans Christian Anderson’s most cherished stories, with music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, it’s a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” will capture your heart with its timeless tale and irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.” Under the Artistic Direction of Hurrah founder Hugh R. Copeland and choreography by Lisa Wallace, the 2014 cast of The Little Mermaid showcases the finest talent from all over Hampton Roads. Starring as ‘Ariel’ is 16 year old Juliette Redden of Virginia Beach. Juliette’s recent Hurrah credits
include ‘Gingy’ in Shrek and was a featured vocalist in Hurrah for the Holidays 2013. Zac Jenkins of Old Dominion University stars as ‘Prince Eric’. Zac is no stranger to playing a Disney leading man, as last spring he played the title role in Hurrah’s production of Tarzan. These characters, along with 40 additional adults and children as sea creatures and sailors, help create the infectious joy and theatrical magic which Virginia’s Leading Family Theatre is known for. James Cooper of Norfolk plays the zany, tap dancing know-it-all sea gull ‘Scuttle’. His sidekick ‘Scuttle Junior’ is played by Eli Gorman of Norfolk. Ben Branigan of Chesapeake plays ‘Ariel’s’rambunctious best friend ‘Flounder’ and Nathan Land of Virginia Beach plays the fish-loving ‘Chef Louis’. The lovely and talented mermaid sisters are played by Emma Branigan (Chesapeake), Julia Bush (Chesapeake), Gemma Dobbs (Norfolk), Mariah Moss (Norfolk), Meaghan Nygaard (Suffolk) and Alex Pouloutides (Chesapeake). For more information, call 627-5437 or visit www.hurrahplayers.com.
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“Disney’s The Little Mermaid” plays the T.C.C. Roper Performing Arts Center (340 Granby Street, Norfolk) at 7 p.m. on March 14 and 3 p.m. on March 15 and 16. Tickets are $20 for children/seniors/military and $25 for adults. For tickets or more information, call 627-5437 or visit www.hurrahplayers.com.
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It will also be playing at the Maguire Theatre in The Arts of the Albemarle (516 East Main Street, Elizabeth City, N.C.) on March 21 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for children and $20 for adults. For tickets or more information, (252) 338-6455 or visit www.artsaoa.com.
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PREVENTING POLLUTION FROM YOUR CAR, LAWN AND POOL MAINTENANCE This article serves as part two in a four article-series on everyday habits that residents can adopt to prevent pollution from stormwater runoff and to protect our local waterways. Following parts of this series will be presented in future issues of The Flagship. Stormwater pollution results when precipitation such as rain or snowmelt runs over surfaces picking up pollutants like pesticides, fertilizers, construction site sediments, pet waste, litter, etc. These pollutants can significantly degrade water quality and threaten aquatic wildlife and human health. In addition, stormwater pollution impacts our drinking water supplies and use of waterways for recreational activities such as swimming, fishing, and boating. Runoff from our lawns, rooftops and driveways drain directly into the stormwater system. This system consisting of ditches, storm drains and pipes, or other conveyances which collect and transport stormwater, all discharges stormwater directly to nearby streams, lakes, and waterways without treating the water first to remove contaminants. Because of this, it is important for us to try and prevent pollutants from being washed into these storm drains from our car, lawn, and pool maintenance activities. The facts related to pollution can be staggering: ■ A single quart of oil can pollute 250,000 gallons of drinking water (NDRC, 1994). ■ Recycling just one gallon of used oil can generate enough electricity to run the average household for almost 24 hours (Philadelphia Water Department, A Homeowner’s Guide to Stormwater Management, January 2006). ■ Pesticides are toxic to the fish and the organisms living in our waterways and are harmful to our drinking water supplies. ■ Excessive nutrients from fertilizers result
in an overgrowth of algae and plants which depletes the necessary oxygen for fish. ■ Back wash residues, algaecides, and acid washes from routine swimming pool and spa maintenance can be very harmful if discharged into our waterways. Below are tips we can all adopt to help keep our local waterways healthy. Vehicle maintenance Using the following tips for proper car and truck maintenance can prevent pollutants such as oil, heavy metals, and toxic materials from entering the storm drain: ■ Frequently check your vehicle for leaks by examining the pavement in your driveway or garage and use drip pans to capture the leaky substances until you are able to completely repair the leak. ■ Properly dispose of or recycle used or unwanted oil, transmission fluid, antifreeze, and batteries. Never dump or allow these materials to leak onto paved surfaces that connect to the storm drain system. ■ Carefully store vehicle maintenance supplies in tightly sealed containers to prevent spills. ■ In the case of a spill, use an absorbent material to contain the potential pollutant, clean it up immediately once absorbed, and properly dispose of the spill and cleanup materials. ■ Special tip: Empty liquid detergent bottles are excellent for storing vehicle maintenance fluids because the lids seal tightly. Lawn maintenance Using the following tips for proper lawn care and maintenance can prevent pollutants such as pesticides, fertilizers, lawn clippings and leaves from entering the storm drain and negatively affecting our nearby waterways: ■ Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly
and never right before it rains. If you believe that your soil needs nutrients, have your soil tested first so that you know the proper amount to apply. Over application of fertilizers is a leading cause or pollution from homeowners. ■ Composting and/or using organic fertilizers are highly recommended to reduce polluted runoff from our homes. ■ Do not use a leaf blower or sweep your leaves and grass clippings into the storm drains around your home. This clogs storm drains which can cause flooding issues and adds excessive nutrients to our waterways. Grass clippings hold the fertilizers or pesticides that are applied to your lawn, and if blown into the nearby storm drains will carry these pollutants into the downstream waterways. ■ Special tip: Instead of bagging your lawn clippings and leaves, use your lawn mower to mulch the lawn waste and allow it to spread over your lawn which will act as a natural fertilizer. This will also help you save money because you will not have to pay for fertilizers and will help get that nice green lawn. Pool maintenance Using the following tips for proper pool maintenance can prevent chlorine from entering the storm drain: ■ Drain your pool waters to the sanitary system if possible and allow by local ordinance. The sanitary system provides treatment before discharge to local waterways. ■ If draining your pool water to the stormwater system, only drain your pool when a test kit demonstrates that the chlorine levels have dissipated and are no longer detected. The pH should be between 6.5 and 8.5 before discharging. ■ Never clean or rinse a pool or spa filter over a paved area that leads to a storm drain. Only rinse in a sink that is connected to
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10th annual Virginia RV Show ■ When:
March 14; noon to 8 p.m., March 15; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., March 16; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ■ Where: Hampton Roads Convention Center ■ Cost: $8 online at www.virginiarvshow.com, $10 at the door (cash only), 12 and under free ■ For more information, contact: GS Events at (847) 808-3000 or visit www.virginiarvshow.com The event, drawing upwards of 10,000 attendees, is the largest Virginia RV Show ever and will showcase the latest styles and trends in the industry. During the event, attendees will want to take the opportunity to meet with experts in the RV field, as well as enjoy special deals on travel trailers, 5th wheels, and motor homes. In total, there will be 11 RV dealers showcasing their recreational product and accessories for campgrounds, with on-site financing and insurance options available.
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Bridal Open House, where future brides and their guests will meet with leading wedding vendors, ■ When: March 15; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ■ Where: Virginia War Memoral, 621 South Belvi- view dazzling displays and sample delicious food. Don’t miss the entertainment, prizes and surprises. dere Street, Richmond New this year is Wedding Planning 101 from 10 ■ Cost: Free a.m. to noon in the Garden Cafe. Guests will enjoy ■ For more information, contact: (804) 786-2060 a continental breakfast and attend workshops with or visit www.vawarmemorial.org top local vendors showcasing wedding fashion, Virginia’s first official commemoration of K-9 Veter- planning, lighting ideas, floral design and more. ans Day will take place March 15. This family-friend- Cost is an additional $10 per person. ly event will honor the contributions of the heroic dogs who have served side-by-side with their human Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K companions on the battlefield in time of war and also ■ When: March 29; 9 a.m. here at home assisting police and law enforcement, ■ Where: Neptune’s Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront performing search and rescue missions, and even ■ Cost: $30 in advance and $35 on the day of the race providing companionship to our wounded warriors. ■ For more information, contact: Jimi Partyka, Following a patriotic opening ceremony in the MeRace Director, at jimi.partyka@gmail.com or 515morial’s Heilman Amphitheater at 10 a.m., four area 6538, or visit www.woundedwarriorproject.org K-9 units will perform demonstrations of the specific duties their dogs perform each day. The public is In honor of the daily sacrifices made by the brave requested to not bring personal pets to the event and men and women in all branches of the United States these will be prohibited for safety concerns. Military, Spartyka will host its sixth annual Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K – Virginia Beach to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Race Day registration Spring Military Golf Invitational and check in begins at 7:30 a.m. but pre-registration ■ When: March 15 - 16 ■ Where: Golden Horseshoe Golf Club, Williamsburg is encouraged, and will guarantee a race t-shirt and finishers medal. Register online at www.raceit.com/ ■ Cost: Advance registration is $295 per team and Register/?event=23906. All event participants are must be received by March 11 ■ For more information, contact: (800) 648-6653 invited to the Official CP Shuckers After Party at 2407 Pacific Avenue in Virginia Beach. or 220-7696, or e-mail email cgiebink@cwf.org The annual 36-hole Spring Military Invitational tournament will be played on Golden Horseshoe Golf Club’s Gold and Green Courses. Open to the public, the Military Invitational welcomes two-person amateur teams that include at least one active-duty, retired, or reserve military or National Guard member.
Botanical Garden Bridal Open House ■ When: March 16; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ■ Where: Rose Garden Hall, Norfolk Botanical
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The Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour, one of the top 10 grossing music tours of all time, will perform in Norfolk. Created by Cirque du Soleil, THE IMMORTAL World Tour features 49 international dancers, musicians, and acrobats, and is presented in a rock concert format that combines the excitement and innovation of Michael Jackson’s music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil’s unparalleled creativity. Tickets are available at www. cirquedusoleil.com/MichaelJackson and www.Ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000.
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the sanitary system or over a lawn that will absorb and infiltrate the runoff. ■ Carefully store your pool chemicals in a covered area and in tightly sealed containment to prevent spills and/or exposure to precipitation. ■ Prevent algae buildup and the need for additional chemicals with regular cleanings and maintaining consistent chlorine levels. ■ Avoid the use of the more toxic copperbased algaecides by using an alternative such as sodium bromide. Thanks for reading this article and hopefully you can incorporate some of these pollution prevention techniques into your daily habits to help protect our local waterways. Be sure to pick up the next issue of The Flagship and read article 3 in this series which will discuss pollution that results from pet waste and what we can do to prevent it.
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Daughter will be performing with him on stage Continued from C1 Y: Speaking of the Academy Awards, I first discovered you as a performer in the movie “The Oscar,” where you played Stephen Boyd’s best friend. I thought you gave a very powerful performance, and so did the critics at the time. Why did you not continue acting? TB: One of my great friends at the time was Cary Grant, who also bought one of my first paintings of the South of France for his home. He was a great guy and wonderful to me. He said, “Don’t do films. They are not making great films anymore. Also, you have to wait in your dressing room all day. You get there at 6 in the morning and they call you to shoot at 6 at night and then to only speak five to six lines. It is the most boring existence in the world. Don’t do it, work live instead.” I took his advice and I am so glad I did. I admire actors, but I have become very successful, I have traveled all over the world, and I feel like I have not worked a day in my life. I have no regrets. I am 87 years old, I love what I do and I never plan to retire. Y: I understand that your beautiful daughter Antonia will also be performing with you. TB: Yes, she is great. The first thing she ever did when she was a little child was to sing with Count Basie’s band. She has always been into singing and performing. She went to Berklee College of Music in Boston, and she is getting such wonderful reviews. People love her, we sing together and we make a nice program. Y: The New York Times said that Antonia “…conjures echoes of Billie Holliday and Rickie Lee Jones, with a hint of Betty Boop.” TB: That’s my baby. Y: Speaking of a nice program, what should people expect to see and hear at your concert on March 16 at the Chrysler Hall in Norfolk, at 7 p.m.? TB: I respect my audience, and I only sing very, very well written songs. I give them a feeling of love while in the theater, and it makes me feel so good to know that I have made that many people fall in love with music. When they walk out, I want them still feeling that love.
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view upcoming events about the local artists and bands. Since I was in college and I was specializing in Web development, I came up with the idea of creating a music website, that would offer a free site for local artists to be featured, to see their photos and where they are performing next. Y: You have a very interesting way of spelling music. Why did you decide to spell it that way? SS: I wanted the name music to stand out on its own unique way, to pop, when people see it. Y: So tell us about Muzik Lounge. SS: We started out in 2010 as a side project and in late 2012 we became an LLC because I wanted to pursue it as a full time company and take it to the next level. We were recognized for our hard work and dedication when VEER magazine’s presented us with the 2014 award for best digital media promoting local music! We are very proud of that. Our goal is to promote, support, and book local bands, artists, DJ’s, spoken word artists what ever it may be, and expose these artists to the general, paying public and music fan. Y: If I am a local band or artist, how do I join your site and how do you get me to the next level? SS: You go to our site and fill out a contact form. We have many partnerships with local venues, festivals, we know what they want and when. Our big showcase is held at the NORVA, where we feature five bands from all different genre’s and we give them a chance to perform on a stage rated by Rolling Stone Magazine as the number one venue in the U.S. in 2013. We are your total package. Let us make your dreams come true! For more info go to www.muziklounge.com.
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Need For Speed  Tobey Marshall (Aaron Paul) is a blue-collar mechanic who races muscle cars on the side in an unsanctioned street-racing circuit. Struggling to keep his family-owned garage aoat, he reluctantly partners with the wealthy and arrogant ex-NASCAR driver Dino Brewster (Dominic Cooper). But just as a major sale looks like it will save Marshall’s shop, a disastrous race allows Brewster to frame Marshall for a crime he didn’t commit, sending Marshall to prison while Brewster expands his business out West. Two years later, Marshall is released and set on revenge, but he knows his only chance to take down his rival Brewster is to defeat him in the high-stakes race known as De Leon – the Super Bowl of underground racing. However to get there in time, Marshall will have to run a high-octane, action-packed gauntlet that includes dodging pursuing cops coast-to-coast as well as contending with a dangerous bounty Brewster has put out on his car.
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Keselowski almost a lock to make 2014 Chase after victory in Las Vegas Courtesy of NASCAR Brian Vickers calls the Sprint Cup knockout qualifying procecure “the most dangerous thing” he’s ever done in a race car.
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Brad Keselowski, the 2012 Sprint Cup champion, didn’t get a chance to defend his title last year because he didn’t make the cut for the championship-deciding Chase for the Sprint Cup. This year, he’s almost a lock to make the Chase, thanks to a new qualifying procedure for the Chase and his win at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 9. Under the new format, any driver who wins one of the first 26 Cup races is all but assured of a berth in the 10-race Chase. Already this year, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Kevin Harvick have won races and are poised to be among the 16 drivers in the Chase. Keselowski won at Las Vegas by overtaking Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the last lap of the Kobalt 400 after Earnhardt ran short of fuel. Keselowski said in his winner’s interview that he’s put the disappointments of a year ago behind him and they’re neither a source of motivation nor a bother. “I wouldn’t say I let the negative comments motivate me too much,” he said. “I was motivated the whole time; I didn’t really need any extra motivation.” Keselowski said he got some encouragement from looking at how others responded to similar setbacks – chiefly Tony Stewart, who also won the championship one year (2005), then missed out on the Chase the next. “I still consider [Stewart] to be one of the best race car drivers out there, and probably one of the best of all time, and you look at him and he won his first championship I think in 2002 and his next in ’05 and another one in 2011,” he said. “When you look at that, there are three, five, six years – whatever – in between those, and when you look at those championships, I think he showcases how sometimes things work in cycles. “We also have to be realists and know that a lot of things have to come together to win – the team has to be perfect, I have to be perfect, and a little bit of racing luck has to be going your way.” He said he wasn’t that far off on any
Sprint Cup drivers question safety of knockout qualifying By Rick Minter Universal Uclick
Courtesy of NASCAR Brad Keselowski, who failed to make the NASCAR Chase for the Spring Cup in 2013, celebrates in Victory Lane after his win at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 9.
of those three elements last year, but they didn’t come together when he needed them to do so. But on Sunday at Las Vegas, he got some luck in the form of Earnhardt’s fuel shortage. And that puts him and his crew chief, Paul Wolfe, in a position to take chances on things like fuel mileage, just as Earnhardt and his crew chief, Steve Letarte, did at Las Vegas. If not for the new Chasequalifying formula, Earnhardt likely would have stopped for fuel to avoid a bad points day. Now that he’s likely going to be in the Chase, the mileage gambles aren’t as risky. “The chance that Dale and Stevie took with the 88 car was way out there, and it was a good risky move on their part because they had nothing to lose because of this format,” Keselowski said. “I think that shows some of the opportunities that come up and how they can be stress-free days. “I’m looking forward to being able to take those same opportunities because – believe me – I’m not scared to take them and I know Paul’s not, so look out. It’s
going to be a lot of fun.” Even though Earnhardt and Letarte didn’t get the win they were seeking with their fuel-mileage strategy, it did pay off in the form of a second-place finish, as he was able to continue on at a reduced speed after being passed by Keselowski. “We weren’t going to run in the top 5 if we hadn’t have used that particular strategy,” Earnhardt said. “If we’d have run the same strategy as our competitors, we would have probably run just inside the top 10, where we were all day.” And Earnhardt, who now has finished no worse than second in the first three races of 2014, said he has plenty to be optimistic about, despite losing a race with only about a mile left to run. “It’s disappointing, but at the same time, the good Lord has blessed me with a good team and good fortune and great opportunity,” he said. “So I don’t want to get too down, and think about the positives and be productive so we can go to Bristol and try to win there.”
NASCAR’s new knockout qualifying procedure has racketed up the drama on qualifying day, a major improvement from an entertainment perspective over the old system, in which there was one driver on the track at a time. Now the qualifying sessions are divided into two or three segments, depending on the size of the track, and drivers typically make multiple runs against the clock. “It’s very intense,” said Eddie Wood, co-owner of the No. 21 Ford after his driver, Trevor Bayne, barely squeaked into the starting field at Las Vegas Motor Speedway with a 34th-place qualifying effort. “You can just sense the pressure in the garage. I’ve got a lot of respect for this procedure and the people who have to do it.” The new system also has received its share of criticism, mostly from the drivers involved. The chief complaint is due to the way drivers are cooling down their cars between qualifying runs. Teams tape off the radiator for qualifying to improve the car’s aerodynamics, but the lack of air to the radiator quickly overheats the engine. To get the car cooled down for another try, the tape is removed and drivers slowly circle the track, allowing the engine to cool sufficiently. But drivers say the cars idling around the track pose hazards for those running wide open. “You’re 200 miles an hour out there, and [other] cars are running about 40,” Clint Bowyer said. “Hopefully, we can make some adjustments there.” Brian Vickers also raised the issue in his postqualifying comments. “If I hit someone with those speed discrepancies, that’s going to be really bad for everyone,” he said. “Unquestionably it’s more exciting for the fans. It’s fun – interesting – but there are some things that have to take place. “That’s the most dangerous thing I’ve ever done in a race car.”
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ROLE REVERSAL FOR GSP IN LIFE AWAY FROM UFC By Thomas Gerbasi UFC.com
Say hello to the bad guy. Well, at least on the silver screen, where former UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre is seeing how the other half lives, playing villain Batroc the Leaper in the upcoming “Captain America: The Winter Soldier.” “My role is as a French mercenary who’s an Olympic lifting world champion, a martial arts expert, and I’m a bad guy in the movie,” said StPierre, a comic book fan growing up who now gets to bring the images on the printed page to life. “I’m a bad person trying to give hell to Captain America.” It’s quite the role reversal for the Montrealer, who has always been a stellar ambassador for the sport both in his home country of Canada and around the world. But he liked it. “It was actually very fun because I’m always the good guy in real life,” he said. “I try to be a good example and good role model, so by being the bad guy in this role it released my aggression. (Laughs) It was fun.” That’s not the only role reversal for the 32-yearold, as this Saturday night in Dallas, a UFC welterweight championship fight will take place without him walking in with the belt around his waist, as Johny Hendricks and Robbie Lawler face off for the belt GSP vacated last December in order to take a break from the sport. You would expect that watching UFC 171 and seeing someone else compete for this title would provoke some interesting emotions. But St-Pierre is content with his decision to walk away. “It doesn’t matter to me; that’s what I wanted,” he said. “I wanted to take a break and be off the radar for a bit.” He seems to be enjoying the time off. “It’s very good,” he said. “I’m in the best shape. I always train and I do a lot of other stuff, and I don’t have nobody in mind that’s gonna try to beat me up. (Laughs) So I have a much healthier lifestyle and I feel much better than I did when I used to compete. It feels good.” St-Pierre hasn’t vanished from the public eye though, with promotion for Captain America and other commitments to sponsors keeping him busy, and he was also in Brazil last month to corner
I don’t have nobody in mind that’s gonna try to beat me up. So I have a much healthier lifestyle and I feel much better than I did when I used to compete.” -former UFC champion Georges St-Pierre
friend and teammate Francis Carmont for his fight against “Jacare” Souza. But like he says, it’s a different kind of busy when you don’t have an opponent training to punch you in the face, even if he’s fielding questions almost daily about his fighting future. “I’m doing a lot of commitments for my sponsors and when I do those appearances, there are always guys asking me questions about the fight game,” he said. “But when I’m taking a break, it’s a break from the competition, and answering questions is not a stressful thing for me at all. It’s stressful playing the mental game before the fight and getting ready for the critics, the expectations of people, and things like that. This is different.” So what of the division he has left behind for the moment? How does he see this Saturday’s main event playing out? “They both have the power to knock each other out with one punch standing up, and in the wrestling department, I think Hendricks would have a slight edge,” said St-Pierre, whose most recent bout was a controversial five round split decision win over Hendricks, a victory that improved GSP’s record to 25-2, with 12 of those wins coming in UFC championship fights. Yet while Hendricks or Lawler will leave Dallas with the title, GSP believes that a future champion will be one coming from the Tristar Gym in Montreal that he calls home. “I believe Rory will be champion one day,” he said of teammate Rory MacDonald, who is coming off a gritty Fight of the Night win over Demian Maia last month. “He showcased a lot of heart in his last fight and a lot of people didn’t see him as the favorite, so he did very good.”
Courtesy of UFC Johnny Hendricks (right) is scheduled to face Robbie Lawler for the vacant UFC welterweight championship at UFC 171 on March 15. Former champion Georges St-Pierre (left) vacanted the belt following his split decision win over Hendricks last November.
■ mma schedule BELLATOR 112 March 14; 9 p.m., Spike TV Daniel Straus vs. Pat Curran Nah-Shon Burrell vs. Andrey Koreshkov Cristiano Souza vs. Sam Oropeza Jesse Juarez vs. Adam McDonough
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WORLD SERIES OF FIGHTING 9 March 29; 9 p.m., NBC Sports Network Steve Carl vs. Rousimar Palhares Marlon Moraes vs. Josh Rettinghouse Yushin Okami vs. Svetlozar vs. Savov Josh Burkman vs. Tyler Stinson
BELLATOR 113 March 21; 9 p.m., Spike TV Attila Vegh vs. Emanuel Newton Patricky Freire vs. David Rickels Rodrigo Cavalheiro vs. Marcin Held Derek Anderson vs. Terry Etim UFC FIGHT NIGHT 38 March 23; 7 p.m., FOX Sports 1 Dan Henderson vs. Mauricio Rua C.B. Dolloway vs. Cezar Ferreira Norman Parke vs. Leonardo Santos Fabio Maldonado vs. Gian Villante Michel Prazeres vs. Mairbek Taisumov Rony Jason vs. Steven Siler
UFC FIGHT NIGHT 39 April 11, TBA Roy Nelson vs. A. Rodrigo Nogueira Clay Guida vs. Tatsuya Kawajiri UFC ON FOX 11 April 19; 8 p.m., FOX Travis Browne vs. Fabricio Werdum Liz Carmouche vs. Miesha Tate Edson Barboza vs. Donald Cerrone Rafael dos Anjos vs. K. Nurmagomedov UFC 172 April 26; 8 p.m., FS 1; 10 p.m., PPV Jon Jones vs. Glover Teixeira Phil Davis vs. Anthony Johnson
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ROMAN CATHOLIC Our Lady of Victory Chapel Mass schedule: 11:45 a.m., Wed. | 10 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT David Adams Memorial Chapel Worship services: 10:30 a.m., Sun. Jewish SABBATH Commodore Levy Chapel (Second Floor Bldg. C7) Sabbath: 7:30 p.m., Fri. (Sabbath Fellowship Oneg Shabbot Follows)
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