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ctor, activist, and now a u t h o r, G a r y S i n i s e stopped by Fort Belvoir on Valentine’s Day, and Soldiers, families and retirees were already in lined up by the hundreds, books in hand, to show Sinise some love at a signing of his first book, Grateful American. The book documents Sinise’s rise as an actor and how one acting role would change the lives of so many Soldiers and families he had never met. Sinise became immersed in acting after getting a part in a high school production of West Side Story – so much so that he and
Lt. Dan However, it was his pivotal role as Lt. Dan Taylor in the Oscarwinning 1994 movie Forrest Gump that brought a new awareness of America’s Soldiers and their families across the United States. The character is an over-the-top Army officer who loses both his legs in Vietnam, sending him into a spiral of depression. He’s subsequently saved by the title character Forrest Gump’s optimism and innocence.
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Actor and author Gary Sinise, left, speaks with a Soldier as he signs her book at the Post Exchange, Feb. 14. All 600 copies that the PX had on hand sold out quickly for the event.
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av y C a p t . R o b e r t Fr y relinquished his position as Fort Belvoir Community Hospital director to Col. Rodney Gonzalez Tuesday, during a Change of Authority ceremony at the hospital. “In a time of fast-paced change in our military health system, we should take this moment of pause to recognize some exceptional people who have and who will continue to lead our health system in the future,” said Maj. Gen. Ronald Price, director of National Capital Region Medical Directorate and presiding officer at the ceremony.
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Col. Rodney Gonzalez, left, incoming director, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, accepts the hospital flag from Maj. Gen. Ronald Place, director, National Capital Region Medical Directorate, as outgoing director Navy Capt. Robert Fry looks on during hospital ceremonies on Tuesday.
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Fry is retiring in the spring after almost four decades of serving, Price said. “In all of those times, he has led with a spirit of integration that defines his true spirit, and that’s lived through his time in command, in directorship, of Fort Belvoir Community Hospital,” Place said. “Through his work, it’s clear to me that Capt. Fry knows that we cannot afford to allow silos or separation to affect combat casualty care that we provide to our troops in the field nor affect the efficiency or effectiveness of the management and administration of our enterprise.” Price expressed his gratitude to Fry for the focus he provided as director and said the hospital has a lot to be proud of with regards to readiness and advancement in medicine.
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he Fort Belvoir Tax Center hosted a ribbon cutting to officially begin its season of tax service to the Fort Belvoir community.
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The Tax Center is open from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mon.-Thurs, and is located at the Staff Judge Advocate’s Legal Assistance Office, building 257, 9990 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir.
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Feb. 20-28 The Tax Center is open to activeduty military and dependents who work on Fort Belvoir. March 4-April 15 The Tax Center will reassess its ability to serve additional clientele and will post that information on the Tax Center website, at www. belvoir.army.mil/osja/Lad/tax.asp. Monitor the tax center website for changes in the eligibility criteria. Clients will be seen on a “firstcome, first-serve” basis; however, active-duty military and their dependents will have priority. This year, the Tax Center will only provide services to accommodate eligible clients who meet the following criteria: •W-2 (Wage) Income. •Social Security Income (1099 SSA). •Student Loan Interest (1098 E). •1099 INT or DIV Income (Including 1099 B with 10 or fewer stock or security sales). •Dependent Care Credits. •Education Credits. •Itemized Deductions (state tax, real estate tax, personal property
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Col. Michael Greenberg, Garrison commander, cuts the ribbon to the Fort Belvoir Tax Center in the Staff Judge Advocate's Building Tuesday. tax, mortgage interest, and charitable contributions). For more information: The automated Tax Center number is 703-805-8736. Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook. com/FortBelvoirLegalAssistance/. Visit their website at www.belvoir. army.mil/osja/Lad/tax.asp.
Off-Base Services Liberty Tax Service offers Military.com members a new customer discount of $50 off income tax preparation through Feb. 26. You will need to go online to print out the coupon and take it to participating Liberty offices with a valid military ID. Go to www.libertytax.com
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Online Tax Preparation Military OneSource provides free tax preparation and e-filing software. Go to www. militaryonesource.mil/financiallegal/tax-resource-center/miltaxmilitary-tax-services IRS Free File Software allows you to prepare and file your federal individual income tax return for free using tax-preparation-andfiling software. Go to www.irs.
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Programs and Partnerships After a briefing from Col. Michael Greenberg, Garrison commander, Mike Coleman said the Commonwealth of Virginia is interested in growing the military mission in Virginia and maintaining existing programs. Coleman, the military liaison for the state’s veterans and defense affairs, said the state’s economic impact from defense dollars is more than $102 billion. “Fairfax County gets more defense federal dollars than Florida does,” Coleman said. Coleman suggested Belvoir partners enter into agreements collectively, which streamlines the process and can mutually benefit all agencies and programs involved. “There are possible partnerships, not just for services, but for purchases, too,” he said, adding the commonwealth is willing to speak with Belvoir mission partners about requests and ideas.
Gates Close, Open Frank Hentschel, the garrison’s director of emergency services, announced Walker Gate will close for bridge repair around the same time that Lieber Gate will open, which
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A new career. Navy Capt. Robert Fry, then the Fort Belvoir Community Hospital commander, addresses the upcoming health network consolidations within the Military District is tentatively scheduled for late spring/early summer. Greenberg thanked the workforce for their patience during improvements, changes and increased random security measures at Belvoir’s gates. “An inconvenience of 12-18 months will provide us an incredible, long-term benefit,” Greenberg said.
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State VA and Schools Another addition coming to Belvoir later this year is a dedicated veterans’ office on post. Norris Henderson, also with Virginia’s veterans and defense office, said the new facility on Belvoir will include expert information about health-care benefits; VA disability and pension; and survivor, education and homebuying benefits that are available. Belvoir is the location for the state’s 33rd veteran’s office. George Dickson, MWR director, introduced the partners to school liaison officers, Wendy O’ Sullivan and Jamie Albers. He encouraged agencies to work together and engage with the school liaison officers to increase youth engagements and shape their futures via mentorships
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From Hospital, page A1 U n d e r F r y, t h e h o s p i t a l accomplishments included furthering a partnership with Army Reserve medical units, which “optimized the health and readiness of the Reserve forces in the NCR and teamed with these units to offer additional opportunities for active-duty Soldiers to get their medical readiness needs met,” Price said. Fry also sought the American College of Surgeons level three trauma accreditation for the hospital. Place said he was grateful for what Fry has done for the military medical community. “We look forward to continuing to see you make positive contributions, and wish you and your family a seamless transition,” he said. Fry talked about the positive outcomes accomplished while he was director, including delivering a 6-month premature baby they were able to save, and a cancer patient who gave a two-page letter thanking Belvoir Hospital for the care they received, adding that “it was an example of what we do day in and day out” to give their patients health, healing and hope.
New Leadership, Same Priorities
Navy Captain Robert Fry holds the hospital flag for the last time, as outgoing commander of Fort Belvoir Community Hospital on Tuesday.
Col. Rodney Gonzalez, Director, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, speaks to the team during Change of Responsibility ceremonies at the Hospital on Tuesday. To Fry, Gonzalez said, “thank you for setting up the organization and getting it on the right path. Thank you for all that you have done.” Gonzalez said he was amazed at Fry’s stories during his speech, adding they show the heart of what they mean to do for the community.
Place welcomed the new commander, Gonzalez as the director. “Col. Gonzalez’s background, experience and expertise are uniquely suited to this moment for military medicine and Fort Belvoir Community Hospital,” he said. Place described Gonzalez as
having the key priorities he looks for including great outcomes, ready medical force, satisfied patients and a fulfilled staff. “As leadership changes, our priorities do not,” he said. Place said he was confident in Gonzalez’s ability to lead the team. “I look forward to this opportunity to drive us to getting those highquality outcomes that we strive (for), taking care of our warfighter, but also taking care of the warfighter family,” Gonzalez said.
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From Sinise, page A1 “He’s (Lt. Dan Taylor) angry at God and angry at life and all of that, but he’s able to put that all in perspective and move on, and at the end of the movie, he’s rich he’s married and he’s standing up on two legs and he’s a whole different guy,” Sinise explained in a 2012 interview with 60 Minutes. That cinematic transformation made Lt. Dan, as Forrest Gump called him, into something of a role model for many wounded warriors. So Sinise, a talented bass player, decided to form Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band to tour and raise money for veterans and families. Eventually he started his own Gary Sinise Foundation.
Impacting Military Lives One veteran impacted by Sinise and his foundation is Maj. Jeremy Haynes, who is now medically retired after being shot four times in Afghanistan. Along with his wife, Sgt. 1st Class Chelsea Haynes and their eight children, the Gary Sinise Foundation is building an adapted smart home in Fairfax to meet Jeremy’s and the family’s needs. “It’s empowering, providing independence for myself as well as giving us a forever home, since a lot of homes we’ve looked at are not accessible,” Jeremy said.
Actor and author Gary Sinise, left, is greeted by Col. Michael Greenberg, Garrison commander, and Command Sgt. Maj. Corey Perry in front of Garrison headquarters, Feb. 14. A Gold Star family was also there to get autographs and give some thanks. Miriam Hamilton was there with her son, Andru Nylander and daughter, Elisabeth. Capt. Nathan Nylander was killed in Afghanistan in 2011, and the family was introduced to another Gary Sinise Foundation program, Snowball Express, in 2014. The kids flew out to California for a concert. “When I say concert, it’s not ‘he’s over there, the kids are over here’ – it’s hands on,” Hamilton said. “The kids are on stage. The kids are jumping on him. He makes those kids feel like they are his.” This year, Snowball Express is taking the kids – all expenses paid
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Maj. Jeremy Haynes, retired, left, and his wife, Sgt. 1st Class Chelsea Haynes, visit with Gary Sinise as he signs his new book for them. The Hanes’ are recipients of a new forever adaptive home from the Gary Sinise Foundation after Maj. Haynes was wounded in combat. – to Walt Disney World for five days. Sinise will perform for them, and hang out with them. “It’s just nonstop what he does for Gold Star Kids, and just shows them appreciation. We know you’ve lost your parent so here’s something just to let you know we care,” Hamilton explained. “We found out he was coming, and in my opinion, I feel we owe him for taking care of us.” Elisabeth Nylander says his warmth is so genuine. “They always have a Lt. Dan concert, and every time I’ve gone to Snowball Express, I’ve gotten to get up on stage and
sing with Gary. He makes it feel like we’re all best friends.” The Post Exchange ordered 600 books for the autograph session, and they sold out in a few hours. It seems that Sinise’s journey from self to service has grown larger than anyone had anticipated. “He’s an amazing man that does great things not just for veterans for but for this nation,” said Chelsea Haynes. Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band will be back, according to Sinise, on Fort Belvoir May 23 for another concert, as he continues to serve the nation.
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residents Day celebrated the 287th birthday of Gen. George Washington (his actual birthday is Feb. 22), the military leader who not only repelled British forces, but also stood up to assume a new role in the young republic: becoming president, serving a specified amount of time, then relinquishing power and leaving with an orderly, planned departure. His achievements were celebrated Monday, as the 40-year tradition of a George Washington Parade marched through Old Town Alexandria. A newer tradition was also observed Monday. For the past decade, The Quantico Belvoir Regional Business Alliance has coordinated a community partnership between the two military installations and the cities of Alexandria, Fredericksburg and Springfield, as well as Prince William, Fauquier and Stafford counties. This covenant recognizes that men and women in uniform – past and present, and their families, enhance the communities where they live. The covenant pledges to: •Create and encourage a strong relationship between the communities and the military and former military personnel and families who live and work there. •Educate everyone of the value and strength of having Service members, active and retired, and their families, living in their communities. •Assist community leaders in developing programs in support of our military, former military and their families. •Support and promote the principles of this community covenant in any way.
Col. Michael Greenberg, Fort Belvoir Garrison commander, was on hand with Command Sgt. Maj. Corey Perry, to sign the pledge and urge that collaborations continue between all parties. Also participating was Col. William Bentley III, Marine Corps Base Quantico commander, and Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson. After the covenant was signed, families gathered along the streets of Old Town Alexandria to take part in the 43rd annual Washington’s Birthday Parade.
Frederick Town Fife and Drum performs during the George Washington Parade in Alexandria, Monday.
Fort Belvoir Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Corey Perry signs the Covenant book at the 11th Annual Community Covenant signing and George Washington’s Birthday Parade in Old Town Alexandria, Monday.
The First Virginia Regiment of the Continental Line fires its canon at George Washington's Birthday Parade in Old Town Alexandria, Monday. The regiment is a recreated infantry unit portraying the private soldier during American War for Independence.
Mayor Justin Wilson, right, looks on as Col. Michael Greenberg, Fort Belvoir Garrison commander, signs the Community Covenant book.
The Quantico Marine Corps Band performs the military standards in front of the reviewing stand at Washington’s Birthday Parade in Old Town Alexandria, Monday.
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Belvoir Briefs Friday Seafood Buffet and Live Music The Officers’ Club takes Fridays to a new level with their Seafood Buffet, featuring an array of East Coast seafood options, including all-youcan-eat-crab legs, shrimp, oysters and fresh fish. You can also dance to live music from the Air Play Band. The Friday Seafood Buffet is from 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $32.95 for club members, $34.95 for non-members, $14.95 for children 6-12 and free for those 5 and younger. For more call the Officers’ Club, 703-780-0930.
Quarterly Training The Fort Belvoir Army Substance Abuse Program conducts quarterly training on substance abuse awareness; suicide prevention; and Employee Assistance Program, TODAY, 9 a.m. to noon in Wood Theater. The training is open to all Service members and DoD civilians. For more, call 703-805-1010.
Wedding Fair, Bridal Show Join the Officers’ Club, Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for a day of luxury
and inspiration. The Wedding Fair and Bridal Show features tastings, bridal fashion and music. Preview the hottest trends in table designs, flowers, cakes, linens, stationery, beauty, jewelry and more. Entry fee is $10. For more, call the O’ Club at 703-780-0930.
Spirit Skate The Alpha Lambda Psi Military Spouses Sorority, Inc., has a spirit skate fundraiser, Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m., at Cavalier Family Skating Center, Jefferson Davis Highway, Stafford, Va. For more, email secretarybetachapter.alp@ gmail.com, or call 540-498-8592.
Sunday Brunch Take part in the Officers' Club Sunday Brunch, which includes a waffle station, omelets, roast beef, champagne and more. Brunch is served from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. every Sunday and costs $26.95 for members, $28.95 for non-members, $10.95 for children 6-12, and free for children 5 and under. The Officers’ Club is open to all installation visitors. For more informa-
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Play Morning Play Morning gives youth toddler to 5 years old, and their parents, the opportunity to play with others in a fun and structured learning environment. Join Army Community Service to participate in an organized and fun learning opportunity with other children from across the installation. Play Mornings are at Specker Field House, 10 a.m. – noon, March 1, 15, and 29, April 12 and 26, May 10 and 24, and June 7. Registration is required by calling 571231-7028.
Key Personnel Leadership Training The Family Advocacy Program has interactive training designed to increase the awareness of command’s roles and responsibilities when responding to allegations of spouse and child abuse. This training is for senior leadership, E7 and above. Training dates are April 4 and July 25. Each session is from 9-11 a.m. Register by calling 571-231-7001.
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Spend the day exploring Philadelphia and let the Community Center take care of the driving. Trip dates are April 13, June 15 and Aug. 17. The trip departs from the Community Center at 7:30 a.m. Seats are $55 per person. Patrons are guaranteed six hours in the city. Each eligible ID card holder can sponsor one non-ID card holder. For more, call 703-805-3714.
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Three Soldiers received the George Mason University "Made a Difference Award" for their personal impact to the Army's three components. The awards were presented during a ceremony at the EagleBank Arena, in Fairfax, Feb. 10. Master Sgt. Amanda Nolte, second from left, 249th Engineer Battalion (Prime Power), received the award on behalf of the active component. In her 20 years of service, she has responded to natural disasters, including hurricanes in Texas, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Other awardees were Master Sgt. Michel Sauret, center, 200th Military Police Command, U.S. Army Reserve; and Sgt. Yijin Huang, second from right, Army National Guard. The Fairfax-Lee Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army sponsors the award. Ken Britt, far left, president, AUSA Fairfax-Lee Chapter; and Brad Edwards, far right, George Mason University athletic director, presented the awards to the Soldiers.
Fort Belvoir MWR installed a new scoring system at the Bowling Center to gamify bowling. Lines formed outside the Bowling Center before the doors even opened Sunday. “We had 40 people waiting outside before we opened,” noted George Dickson, MWR director, and shortly afterward, all 24 lanes were in use. He said he felt it was time to offer a faster-paced game to keep the kids involved. “Angry Birds uses a 5-frame game, and the software randomly chooses 5 pins to be knocked down for a strike,” Dickson said. The new scoring system assigns points
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All the lanes were filled for the first day of Angry Birds Bowling at the Fort Belvoir Bowling Center, Sunday. to each frame, with the winner displayed on screen at the end. Bowlers can request The Angry Birds game during bowling lane assignments.
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Functional Fitness: Dynamic, Metabolic, Extreme By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Fo r t B e l v o i r ’ s M W R i s answering the call of community members looking to get into better shape and maintain high fitness levels all year long. The functional fitness series is a specialized exercise program, offered in six-week cycles throughout the year, focusing on total-body conditioning through cardio, aerobics and core strength conditioning. There are seven lunchtime sessions on select days for Service members and civilians looking to take a break to stay Army Strong.
Station Training According to Calvin Simpson, lead functional fitness trainer, the workouts allow users to visit numerous “stations,” offering an Photo by Rick Musselman
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Fort Belvoir community members get in some midday exercise during a functional fitness training session at Specker Field House. The current six-week functional fitness cycle runs through March 29.
Belvoir Barracudas Team In Hoops Nail Biter By Rick Musselman Sports Editor
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Belvoir Barracudas forward, Adrienna Christian, sets her sights on the hoop amid a crowd of Annandale defenders during a 5th grade girls' division matchup.
The Belvoir Barracudas 5th grade girls’ division squad squared off against visiting Annandale in one of the most defensively intense Fairfax County Youth Basketball League matchups of the season, Saturday at Specker Field House. Unfortunately for the home team, a final-seconds Annandale scoring rally allowed the visitors to triumph, 12-7. Despite the final outcome, the Barracudas held their own with an effective passing game, despite the relentless Annandale pressure. Point guard, Olivia Harrison, teamed up with Jaelynn Gaskins and Eden Foster, to unleash a rapid-fire passing game around the perimeter, connecting with center-forward, R.J. Brady in
the lane and forward, Adrienne Christian along the baseline for some early scores. At the opposite end of the hardwood, the home team succeeded in thwarting most scoring attempts from the visitors with a ferocious, double-team approach to defense. Heading into the second period with a narrow 7-6 advantage, the Barracudas ramped up the defensive efforts to include a nearly impenetrable full-court press. Guards, Hollin Horn, Gaby Aghelli and Mariah Hall, swarmed Annandale ball handlers en masse at the midcourt line, while Brady and forward, Mya Foster, worked to keep the lane in lockdown. In spite of the determination, Annandale succeeded in sinking a 2-pointer down along the baseline and an ensuing steal at midcourt enabled the visitors to capitalize
with another bucket from the high post. The curtains closed on Belvoir when Annandale drew a pair of fouls and put another 2 on the scoreboard via freebies from the charity stripe with 3 seconds left. Final score: Annandale 12, Belvoir 7. The Belvoir Barracudas regular basketball season runs through March and ends with a major championship tournament. For more information, call 703-805-9139. For weekly game schedules, gym locations, scores and standings, search fcybl.org.
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“We utilize all types of equipment, from barbells, dumbbells, kettle bells, jump ropes, battle ropes, med balls, slam balls and TRX straps,” he said. “On any given day you will utilize any of these pieces of equipment. However now, instead of repeating workout routines throughout the week, you get a new workout each and every day. Some classes you will rotate by repetition and other classes you will rotate by time.” --Calvin Simpson, lead functional fitness trainer.
The sessions are free and open to anyone interested in improving cardiovascular fitness and training the body as an integrated unit.
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Training to Fit Your Needs Through Dynamic Training, Metabolic Conditioning and Extreme Training, this Armywide program engages military personnel and civilians in strenuous physical activity during hour-long sessions. For Soldiers, functional fitness works to develop skills to increase operational readiness by emphasizing mobility, strength, restoration and energysystem development. Dynamic Training focuses on gymnastics, body weight and functional movement exercises. Metabolic Conditioning involves a very high work rate, with exercises designed to burn more calories and maximize calories burned afterward, or your “afterburn.” Extreme Training focuses on speed, power, quickness and agility. Simpson added that the program provides all the tools and guidance to build total-body fitness. However, the results depend on how dedicated and driven a person remains through
program. “When it comes to the class itself, workouts range from dynamic exercises, metabolic conditioning and extreme conditioning,” he said. “You’re going to get out of the class exactly what you put into it. The class is designed for you to work at your own pace. “We get people with all different physical conditions and each is able to get a maximum workout. I encourage individuals to focus on their own goals and not worry about who’s to their left or their right.” Simpson said coordinators are expanding the program because of increasingly large turnouts and rededication to fitness across the post. Sessions of 40-50 people are not unusual.
Advanced Workouts Available For those looking for more intensity in their workouts, the Kawamura Human Performance Center on Gunston Road offers advanced workout programs with state-of-the-art machines and
expert trainers. Equipment includes power racks, Olympic weight lifting platforms with bumper plates, TRX suspension and rip trainers, kettle bells, dumbbells, battle ropes, prowler sleds, Concept2 rowers and medicine balls.
Pick Your Workout Belvoir MWR also offers a wide selection of cardio and aerobic exercise programs, with classes taking place at various times during the week. For the full schedule of activities, search belvoir.armymwr.com/programs/ fitness-facilities. The current functional fitness cycle runs through March, but you can join a session anytime. Sessions are Monday-Friday, 6-7 a.m., with lunchtime workouts Tuesday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Fo r i n f o r m a t i o n o n t h e functional fitness training program, email Simpson at calvin.m.simpson2.naf@mail.mil or search belvoir.armymwr.com/ categories/sports-and-fitness.
DLA Overwhelms OCAR In Intramural Hoops By Rick Musselman Sports Editor Reigning Commander’s Cup champion Defense Logistics Agency, undeniably one of the ablest squads taking to the hardwood this season, gave a highoctane exhibition of the passing, shooting and defensive vehemence that has kept the unit near the top of the FY19 intramural basketball rankings all year when it trounced Office of the Chief Army Reserve 67-28, Feb. 12 at Wells Field House. DLA’s success hinged on the passing precision between guards, Josh Kovalski, Chris Dickerson and Maurice Kirk. The trio of highly technical athletes kept the ball in constant motion around the perimeter, drawing defenders out of the zone to open up a nearly endless string of scoring opportunities for forwards, Ray Jones, and Kirk Gamblin. Veteran center, Farron Byrd, formed the lynchpin of the operation throughout the evening, haunting the lane and bringing down a string of boards and follow-up buckets. The OCAR defense, anchored by guards, Larry Crisp and Kittrell Henderson, faced a major obstacle from the opening horn when Kovalski gave an early
demonstration of his uncanny accuracy from the three-point arc which, combined with Kirk’s, Jones’ and Dickerson’s continual drives into the paint, propelled DLA to a 42-17 advantage at the halftime buzzer. OCAR managed to get an admirable comeback effort off the line late in the first period, with Crisp hitting a series of midrange shots while Henderson and forwards, Brian Kilgore and Andre Ansley kept busy down along the baseline. But the DLA defensive determination, combined with the squad’s continued execution at the opposite end of the court put the contest out of OCAR’s reach. The FY19 intramural basketball regular season wrapped up Wednesday. The single-elimination championship tournament between the 10 topseeded teams begins Tuesday, 6:15 p.m., at Wells Field House. For information about Fort B e l v o i r ’s i n t r a m u r a l s p o r t s program and the annual Commander’s Cup title race, call Justin Fitzgerald, 703-806-5093. Athletes can also contact their unit representative to sign up and get schedules. For scores, standings, and tournament results, search www. quickscores.com/belvoirmwr.
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DLA center-forward, Kirk Gamblin, sinks a short-range shot in a crowded lane during his team's intramural basketball matchup against OCAR, Feb. 12 at Wells Field House.
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Sports and Recreation Briefs Liberty Mountain Ski Trips Join Outdoor Recreation for winter fun with a ski trip to Liberty Mountain, Saturday. Roundtrip transportation fee is $25 per person, departing from Outdoor Recreation at 6 a.m. and leaving Liberty Mountain Resort at 6 p.m. For more, call 703-805-3081.
Post Level Softball Tryouts Sports and Fitness wants Fort Belvoir's best softball players to play for the post-level Men's Softball Team. Try-outs are at Graves Fitness Center Softball Fields, March 4, 6 and 8 at 6 p.m. Attending all dates is encouraged. For more, call 703-806-5093.
COED Volleyball Tournament
by April 2, go to Graves Fitness Center or call 703-806-5093.
Troutfest The North Post Pool will be stocked with trout for the annual Troutfest, April 13, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Unlimited fishing costs $7 to enter and $3 to rent a pole. No charge for spectators and you may bring your own pole. There will be breaks every hour for children fishing only. Catch one of 10 golden fish and win a prize. Call 703-805-2620 for more.
Get Golf Ready
The tournament is April 13, at 8 a.m. Rosters are a maximum of 12 players, and 2 females must be on the court at all times. Teams play three matches of three sets, minimum. Local and military teams welcome. Cost is $150 per team. For more info or to register
The Fort Belvoir Golf Club offers group golf clinics for beginners that will cover everything needed to get started. Sessions cover putting, chipping, pitching, full swing and etiquette. The cost is $100 for five sessions, and golf clubs, balls and other equipment is included in the cost. Clinic start
dates vary. For more, call 703-8065878.
Scuba Open Water Certification Open-water scuba certification classes are available at Benyaurd Indoor Pool, Saturdays, 8-11 a.m. For more on the class, call Patriot Scuba at 703-781-4649. For more on registration, call the pool at 703-805-2620.
Adult recreational volleyball Eligible people, 18 and older, are invited to play adult recreational volleyball Tues. and Thurs., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and Sun., 2-5 p.m., at Wells Field House. For more, email Ron Valentine, ron.valentine@ dau.mil; T.J. Dierks, timothy. dierks@DTRA.mil; or Cliff Fouts, CrFouts26k@aol.com for more information.
Water Aerobics Benyaurd Indoor Pool offers a low-impact, high-energy water workout. Classes are weekly, for hour-long, deep water classes starting at 6 a.m., Mon.-Fri. Shallow water classes are 9 a.m., Tues. and Thurs. A Combo Class of both is 5 p.m. Fri. Classes are $5 per session, no registration needed. For more, call 703805-2620.
Readiness Program Fitness Classes Sports and Fitness offers free fitness classes including Functional Fitness, C.O.R.E, Body Sculpt, Zumba, ChakaBoom, Indoor Cycle, Yoga, and Turbo Tabata. Visit Belvoir.armymwr. com for class descriptions and times. For more, call 703-806-5093.
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