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Secretary of the Army visits Belvoir By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Secretary of the Army, Eric Fanning, visited Fort Belvoir Monday, for a variety of missions, including speaking with Sexual Harassment/ Assault Response and Prevention personnel. Fanning also came to Belvoir to discuss cyber threats from adversaries, making sure the Army is ready to handle emerging threats, he said. Many of the Soldiers Fanning visited with are from Army Cyber Command and Second Army. One of Fanning’s top priorities is to take care of Soldiers, families, and Department of Army civilians, he said. “Fort Belvoir is one of those important parts in the Army for cyber training, for the cyber workforce,” Fanning said. “So, it’s making sure they are properly trained and have good career paths in front of them, if they stay in the Army.” There’s a lot of growth in the Army technology career field, he said. “I think what a lot of people don’t understand about the Army, especially when they compare it to the other services, is how important technology is to the Army

Up Front Run to Honor 5k

The rescheduled Run to Honor Fallen Heroes 5K is Friday. The run starts at Pullen Field, behind Specker Field House, at 7:30 a.m. after the formation run that starts at 7 a.m. Military, DoD civilians, retirees, and family members can participate. Register through Survivor Outreach Services, 703-805-5487. This event is free.

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Eric Fanning, Secretary of the Army, left, speaks with Sgt. Mark Sickles during a lunch at Fort Belvoir DFAC, Monday. now, and how embedded it is in everything we do in the Army,” Fanning said. One of the biggest challenges that Army faces is budget uncertainty, he said. “Long-range planning is every two years with these budget agreements,” Fanning said. “That creates incredible instability; unpredictability; anxiety for our Soldiers, families and civilians; not knowing what the Army’s going to look like in two

years or five years or 10 years.” Fanning said enjoyed his visit to the installation. “I had a great visit today. It’s always good to get out of the office and get out into the field. Even though it’s only 10 miles away from the Pentagon – it’s not the Pentagon,” Fanning said. “I’m committed, during my time as the Secretary of the Army, to do everything I can to take care of the Soldiers, families and civilians.”

Fairfax County recognizes Army Week, garrison commander By Amanda Stewart Staff writer The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved proclamations recognizing June 14-18 as Army Week and thanking Col. Michelle Mitchell, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir commander for her contributions to Fairfax County. The ceremony, which included a performance by the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, Third United States Infantry Regiment, and presentation of the colors by the Army Continental Color Guard, is held annually during a Fairfax County Board of Supervisors meeting to celebrate the relationship between the county and the Army. “We have a very close relationship in Fairfax County with the Army and especially with Fort Belvoir,” said Sharon Bulova, chairman, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The first proclamation officially designated June 1418 as Army Week in Fairfax County and recognized June 14 as the Army’s 241st birthday. “So many of our residents in Fairfax County have ties with Fort Belvoir, with the Army, and so we honor their service and we are so, so pleased to be partners with the Army and especially with Fort Belvoir,” Bulova said after the proclamation was unanimously approved. The second resolution thanked Mitchell, described in the resolution as “an outstanding leader” and an “inestimable asset to our community,” for her work with See FAIRFAX, Page A9

Belvoir celebrates the Army’s birthday on Flag Day, Tuesday, at 11:30 a.m., in front of garrison headquarters on Flagler Road. The annual event this year includes the Army Brass Quintet playing patriotic music, a re-enactment and living historical timeline, birthday cake and refreshments. Everyone is welcome. Brig. Gen. Brian P. Cummings of PEO Soldier is guest speaker. Info is available from public affairs, 703-805-2034 or 5001.

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Registration for summer and fall sports is open. Tackle Football, ages 7-15, $85. Cheer, ages 5-15, $55. Tackle football and cheer season is August through November. Flag football, ages 5-10, $55, September to November. Fall baseball, $60, September through November. Fall soccer, ages 5-12, $55, September through November. Enrollment for fall sports closes Aug. 12 or when teams are full. Register with Youth Sports and Fitness, 9500 Barlow Road, Bldg. 950. Call 703-805-9138 for more information.

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Col. Michelle Mitchell, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir commander, accepts the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors’ proclamation Tuesday designating June 14-18 as Army Week in Fairfax County. Mitchell was also recognized for her superior leadership and contributions to the county.

Belvoir MWR’s Comedy Night, featuring Lonnie Davis, Lawrence Owens, and DJ Franchise, is Friday at the Community Center Lounge. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 9 p.m. The show includes free finger foods and a cash bar. Tickets are $15 per person and are available from the O Club, 5500 Schulz Circle; or at the Community Center, 10300 Taylor Road, Bldg. 1200. The show is for adults. Call 703-780-0930 for more information.

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Bronte Montgomery, an INSCOM administrative law attorney, won an auction to shave the head of 1st Lt. Matthew Coble, INSCOM Headquarters and Headquarters Company executive officer, during an Army Emergency Relief fundraiser at INSCOM’s Fort Belvoir headquarters.

Hungry INSCOM workforce feeds Army Emergency Relief By Melony Bagwell U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command In an effort to meet its goal for this year's Army Emergency Relief Fund, the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command's AER committee put a plan in action to raise money for a cause and feed the hungry workforce at INSCOM's headquarters at the Nolan Building on Fort Belvoir, from March through May. The INSCOM team raised more than $14,000, doubling last year’s total. Volunteers from all staffs participated in 11 fundraisers where food was available for a donation. In addition to raising money for this cause, the INSCOM team welcomed the cookouts and food events, especially because the building’s cafeteria is under renovation. "It’s very uplifting seeing the workforce come together to raise money for such a worthy cause,"

said Capt. Geoffrey Terman, INSCOM Headquarters and Headquarters Company commander. "I would be remiss if I did not tout the efforts of the keyworkers for their enthusiasm and hard work during the entirety of the campaign." The lead keyworker, Master Sgt. Orlando Torres, INSCOM comprehensive Soldier and family fitness program manager and suicide prevention program manager, headed a team of 12 volunteers. “The support that INSCOM leadership, personnel, keyworkers and contractors who just wanted to donate amazing side dishes and desserts during many of our events proved that we are not just professionals but truly caring individuals and a family,” Torres said. “All these events were done for a great cause and I feel it was a huge success.” Events during the campaign included a pie-in-the-face contest, head-shaving auction, master dessert maker contest and a Cinco de

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Spc. Ashley Martinez, G-2X desk officer at INSCOM, won an auction to put a pie in the face of Sgt. Maj. David Roman, INSCOM G-3, during an Army Emergency Relief fundraiser at INSCOM headquarters at Fort Belvoir. Mayo celebration. fered, the goal is the same, to help One of the most successful events Soldiers through a valid financial was the master dessert maker con- emergency and allow them to pay test, where more than 23 desserts back a loan through allotments were auctioned, which raised more from their pay. In addition, AER than $400 for the campaign. offices provide educational classes Gayna Malcolm-Packnett, an designed to help Soldiers budget, get INSCOM contract specialist, was out of debt, save money and tackle crowned the master dessert maker a wide range of financial concerns. with her pound cake. INSCOM's leadership staff looks Since 1942, the AER has been forward to surpassing its AER goal helping support Soldiers and their in the coming years through creative families. The money provided ideas, including annual master desthrough AER loans is donated by sert maker contests. Soldiers, civilians, widows and wid"Army Emergency Relief is all owers, retirees and family members. about Soldiers taking care of SolWhile active-duty and retired Sol- diers," said Col. James Lee, INdiers are the only groups solicited SCOM deputy commanding officer. during the fundraising campaign, "I am proud of our team for the treanyone can donate to the program mendous support they provided this throughout the year. year and I am sure it will be a sucNo matter what assistance is of- cessful program for years to come."

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FBCH recognized as 5-star Maternity Center By Alexandra Snyder Fort Belvoir Community Hospital Public Affairs

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Fort Belvoir Community Hospital recently became the first military facility to be recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia Breastfeeding Designation Review Committee as a 5-Star Maternity Center for efforts in implementing policies and practices that support a breastfeeding-friendly environment for patients. The designation is based on World Health Organization’s Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding. These steps support initiation, exclusivity and continuation of breastfeeding. The Virginia Maternity Care Quality Improvement Collaborative works with Virginia’s 55 maternity centers on quality improvement in maternity care practices to protect, promote, and support safe and effective infant feeding and care. They, along with the Virginia Department of Health, recognized seven hospitals from across the state. Navy Capt. Jennifer VedralBaron, hospital director, attended the ceremony in Richmond on behalf of the hospital and said, “We have an incredible team of professionals who truly put our patients’ care and

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well-being first. At Belvoir Hospital, we lead in many ways, including empowering families to improve the health of their child through breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact immediately after delivery. This five-star designation by the Commonwealth of Virginia highlights the amazing work our team does every day.” Belvoir Hospital was accredited as a Baby-Friendly hospital in April 2014. An international, evidencedbased wellness program, BF provides families with a strong foundation in the early days of a baby’s life by ensuring patients get the same information on breastfeeding, infant feeding, and caring for their baby, regardless of where they get care in the hospital. FBCH was only the second medical facility in Virginia, and third in the National Capital Area, to achieve this title. “I applaud the commitment of these hospitals to adopt evidencebased practices to increase breastfeeding,” said Marissa J. Levine, state health commissioner, at the event. “Breast-feeding is the normal and optimal feeding method for infants. Breastmilk supports the immune system and protects babies from many health problems, including asthma, childhood obesity and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. (This) work will help Virginia become the healthiest state in the nation.” The great thing about the programs is that they allow a patient to be in charge of their own health, added Army Maj. Sabrina Bowers, a certified nurse midwife at Belvoir Hospital. “We didn’t implement these programs because we were paid to. We implemented these programs because we care about our patients. This designation is a great honor, but, at the end of the day, it’s just extra. The health and well-being of our patients is the real reward.”

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Resilience course focuses on civilians, family members By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer

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Civilians, Service members, and families wanting to improve their resilience can look forward to the three-day Resilience Training Assistant course from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through June 16 at Army Community Service. The course covers the 14 skills taught to Soldiers. Although next week’s course is primarily aimed at civilians and family members, it meets the resilience training yearly requirement. “We teach them resilience and teach them to apply it to life – every day,” said Kim Lazarow, Army Volunteer Corps manager. Examples include how to avoid thinking traps and focus on the positive, she said. “Very often, we get into thinking traps which tend to lead us to have negative thinking,” she said. The class can benefit those who want to better manage their lives and stress, Lazarow said. Those military families may not have

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Resilience Training Assistant course 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through June 16 Army Community Service 703-805-4590 key family members around them to help or support them in times of need. “We deal with deployments, we deal with the stress of knowing that, at any given time, our (family members) can just uproot and go,” she said. “We don’t have the opportunity to build the roots that others have.” Another resilience course is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 20-24, which focuses on improving as a briefer, instructor, or facilitator to help teach courses on post. For more information, or to sign up call ACS at 703-805-4590, Lazarow at 703-805-4152, or email Laureen Dupree, Employment Readiness Program manager, at laureen.t.dupree.civ@mail.mil.

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SFL-TAP offers career assistance classes for transitioning Service members in June, July By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer The Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program offers classes on federal resumes, the GI Bill, transitioning workshops, and entrepreneurship to help Service members who are transitioning to civilian life. “A key objective of Fort Belvoir SFL-TAP is to connect Service members to meaningful employment and educational opportunities as they transition from active duty,” said Vernita Holifield, transition services manager. “We remain committed to securing future employment resources for our transitioning clients.” Upcoming classes include the five-day Transition Goals, Plans, Success Workshop for retiring Service members starting July 25. The five-day Transition GPS Workshop for all other Service members begins July 11. These core classes for transitioning Service members help veterans with job strategies, understanding Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, and setting career and educational goals. The Employee Benefits and Salary Negotiation is from 10 a.m. to noon, June 22 in Room 105. This class focuses on understanding employee benefits and guides attendees in understanding salary and how to negotiate to receive the best deal. The Boots to Business Track is from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 7-8 in Room 160; Career Technical Track from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 19-20 in Room 160. B2B helps veterans create a business plan to launch a new business. Other courses include the Post 9-11 GI Bill from 9-11 a.m. June 14 in Room 160. This class helps veterans, spouses and children learn how to maximize the benefits of the Post 9-11 GI Bill. Soldiers who have served 180 days on active duty are required to begin the SFL-TAP process no later than 12 months prior to separating or retiring from service. This is mandated by the Veterans Opportunity to Work to Hire Heroes Act. For more information about SFL-TAP or about other classes, call 703805-9247 or visit SFL-TAP at the Barden Education Center, in Building 1017. Follow SFL-TAP on Facebook or visit their website at www.sfl-army. mil.

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Nilya Carrato, Fort Belvoir Supervisory Librarian, leads children on a book walk at the kick-off to Summer Reading 2016 at Tompkins Basin, Saturday. Photos by Rick Musselman

Fort Belvoir children leave the starting gate of the 2nd annual Child, Youth and School Services Color Run, Saturday in the Tompkins Basin area of the installation near Outdoor Recreation.

Family field day starts summer reading program By Amanda Stewart Staff writer

Belvoir children work their way through the tire obstacle during the 2nd annual CYSS Color Run, Saturday in the Tompkins Basin area near Outdoor Recreation.

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Hundreds of children from across the community got a chance to kick off the summer reading program in a colorful way when Fort Belvoir’s Child, Youth and School Services hosted the 2nd annual Rockin’ and Rollin’ Color Fun Run, Saturday at Outdoor Recreation in the Tompkins Basin area. See full story, Page B1

Madison O’Bryan, 6, poses for a photo after completing the 2nd annual CYSS Color Run, Saturday in the Tompkins Basin area near Outdoor Recreation.

By running, screaming, reading and playing, Fort Belvoir families, with Fort Belvoir MWR, Van Noy Library, Outdoor Recreation and Child Youth and School Services officially kicked off the Summer Reading Program Saturday at a Family Field Day at Castle Park. The day of family fun began with a kids’ Color Run and continued with field day activities throughout the morning and afternoon. Nilya Carrato, supervisory librarian at Van Noy Library, was the “camp counselor” for the day, leading children in various fieldday activities, while librarian Katie Buxbaum helped children sign up for the reading program, this year themed “Read for the Win.” “Everything seems to be going great,” said Carrato, during a break between events. “We definitely were swamped with people in the beginning … everyone seems excited.” Rachel Barman brought her sons, Alex, 5, and Nathan, 9, to sign up for the summer reading program and enjoy the day’s events. Barman said she is eager for her sons to participate in the summer reading program. “This is our first summer here, so this is our first time and we’re excited for it,” Barman said. “I’m hoping it will help my sons want to read. My oldest son is not that interested in reading.” Field day events held throughout the day included things like obstacle courses, three-legged races and the very popular “50-yard scream.” In “Book Balance for Distance” children competed to see how far they could walk balancing a book on their heads. “Book choice is probably important for this one,” Carrato advised. “Picture books might be a good choice.” Sarah Sloughfy, 9, made it all the way to the end of the path balancing her book. But she’s had some practice. “I’ve done it before, in Girl Scouts,” she said.

Micaela Oliver, 8, gets some glitter art at the kick-off to Summer Reading 2016 June 4 at Fort Belvoir Tompkins Basin Park. Sarah said she’s participated in the summer reading program before and is excited to do so again this year. “It’s really fun and I read a lot so it’s pretty easy,” said Sarah, whose genre of choice is biographies. “And they have a lot of activities all summer long.” The summer reading program runs through early August. Participants keep a log of their summer reading and win prizes by meeting goals for the number of minutes read, for younger readers, or for reading a variety of books, for older readers. Activities for teens, school-aged children and preschoolers will be held at the library and other locations on the installation throughout the summer. Visit the Fort Belvoir MWR website or Facebook page, or visit Van Noy Library, for details as they are announced. The program ends with a closing party and bike rodeo at Specker Field House, Aug. 6. For more information, call 703-806-3323, visit Van Noy Library at 5966 12th St., Bldg. 1024, or visit the Belvoir MWR website, belvoir.armymwr.com.

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3rd TBX downs OCAR 8-2 in softball By Rick Musselman Sports editor

The 3rd Transportation Battalion (Expeditionary), celebrating its first year as a mission partner on Fort Belvoir, started building its reputation as a major athletic competitor with a dominating, 8-2 intramural softball victory over the Office of the Chief Army Reserve, June 1 at Pullen Field. With new uniforms and a roster full of talent, 3rd TBX took to the field prepared to handle anything the veteran OCAR squad had in its arsenal. Pitcher, Mac Kinney, manned the rubber for the duration of the match up, and third baseman, Joe Legra; shortstop, Joe Pyles, and second baseman, Wendell Albert, backed him up with precision infield work, sending rocketing throws over to Andrew Gurry for three straight pinches at the first base bag. OCAR, however, had come to the diamond with plenty of resolve itself. Pitcher, Omar Knight, delivered spot-on throws down the pipe that 3rd TBX hitters found no trouble connecting with. But the fielding precision of third baseman, Brian Kane, and shortstop, Brian Thomas, shut down their opponents’ designs in short order with surgical grounder conversions to second baseman, Michael Stylianos and first baseman, Angela Andrew. After an inning and a half of noscore defense, 3rd TBX bats suddenly came alive. Albert, Legra, Gurry and left center fielder, Efren Cassiano, ushered in a hit-fest that

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3rd Transportation Battalion (Expeditionary) shortstop, Joe Pyles, drills one to deep center during his team's intramural softball match up against the Office of the Chief Army Reserve, June 1 at Pullen Field. ultimately brought four runners resulted in a pair of runs coming in, across the plate before OCAR could but 3rd TBX’s continued dexterity in shut the rally down with some grabs the infield and another grab by Cassiano deep in the grass soon closed in the outfield. OCAR managed to get a measure the frame out. The scoreboard quieted down in of steam built in the bottom of the second frame with base hits from the top of the third, with both squads Stylianos, Thomas and Kane that See SOFTBALL, Page B3

Color Run a success By Rick Musselman Sports editor Hundreds of children from across the community got a chance to kick off the summer reading program in a colorful way when Fort Belvoir’s Child, Youth and School Services hosted the 2nd annual Rockin’ and Rollin’ Color Fun Run, Saturday at Outdoor Recreation in the Tompkins Basin area. The event, sponsored and coordinated by CYSS’s sports and fitness program and the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, included youth athletes ages 4-16 who took on a series of obstacles amid clouds of colored powder applied by volunteers stationed at each challenge. Participants were hardly recognizable after crossing the finish line, covered from head to toe with every shade in the rainbow. According to Julie Libert, CYSS sports and fitness assistant director, this year’s Color Run drew more participants than the highly successful inaugural event in 2015. See COLOR RUN, Page B3

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Competitors negotiate the log obstacle during the 2nd annual CYSS Color Run, Saturday in the Tompkins Basin area near Outdoor Recreation.

I’ve never met anyone who enjoys housework, and as responsible as I always try to be, dealing with a sink full of dirty dishes, dusty tables and lint-festooned carpeting is something I always put off. But lately, finally coming to terms with housework’s position between death and taxes, I’ve started working on ways to at least make it a little less tedious. Being a chap of the sporting ilk, I figured that’d be the place to start. Last Saturday, I resignedly prepared to do the dishes, and that’s when my creative gears began to mesh. Suddenly, I imagined all those coffee cups, plates and silverware being members of a visiting dodge ball team — maybe the West End Filthies out of the Great Dismal Swamp — and my sponge became the ball. I then pictured my already irritated one-man squad being behind late in the game, and one by one, as I hurriedly scrubbed away, I began eliminating them, relegating them to the bench that was the drying rack. Weird, but it worked. When it came time to make the bed, I imagined myself a football field maintenance guy who’s just gotten word that the Commissioner and Grand Chancellor of the League’s High Council was on his way for a spot inspection. Spreading the sheets and top blanket and getting the pillows arranged became like mowing the turf and wiping down the bleacher seats. But then came the job most feared and hated among facile cleanliness seekers all across the Bad Lands — the dreaded litter box detail. Now I’m a modest fellow and will omit the details, but this time I pictured myself a ski patrolman during a major World Cup event. I’d just learned that a rogue avalanche had struck and the rankings-leading downhiller had been buried in snow. It was up to me to find him and restore him to his rightful place at the top of the mountain. These new tricks are working wonders for my mood on housecleaning days and I’m already developing my World Surf League persona for when it’s time to wash the car.

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USALSA, 596th Sig Co. battle to a tie in soccer By Rick Musselman Sports editor With the FY16 intramural soccer championship tournament set for this week, sixth-ranked U.S. Army Legal Services Agency (2-4-1) and seventh-ranked 596th Signal Company (1-3-3) met at Fremont Field, May 31 to square off in a make-orbreak showdown the legal team absolutely had to at least tie to secure the final slot in the post-season title series. A loss would have narrowly propelled the Signal Company into the quarterfinals and denied USALSA valuable points in its 2016 Commander’s Cup campaign. As it turned out, USALSA applied its legendary unit cohesion and strategic execution on both sides of the ball to overcome a first-period 1-0 deficit and tie the 596th 2-2 and squeak into the championship without a solitary point to spare. USALSA got its nerves rattled right out of the starting gate when the 596th won the coin toss and veteran forward, Eldon Clearly, started the game clock with unquestionably one of the most surprising plays ever seen at Fremont. Instead of passing the ball out to a teammate to start the progression down the field, he booted a high arcing kick directly at his opponents’ goal that dropped precisely behind goalkeeper, John Gardella, and dribbled into the net for a score. USALSA, however, wasted no time recovering from the astonishing event and went to work moving the ball back down the field. Forwards, Randy Dunham and Matthew Ellow, unleashed a precision passing game that succeeded in drawing the Signal Company’s ramparts outside to open up some early opportunities for veteran intramu-

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U.S. Army Legal Services Agency's Matthew Ellow executes a header near the goal during his team's intramural soccer match up against the 596th Signal Company, May 31 at Fremont Field. rals athlete, Courtney Howell, and ham and Ellow sent a pair of rockHoman Barzmehri. But 596th back- eting shots into the net within two fielders, Sean Sato, Alex Sato, and minutes to suddenly take a 2-1 lead Simri Farfan, attacked the ball en just before the halftime whistle. masse and managed to deny USSecond-half action got under way ALSA any early scales-balancing with the Signal Company charging scores. down the field with a rapid-fire, USALSA would soon demonstrate cross-field passing game that kept its resolve and well-known ability to USALSA defenders scrambling. overcome any challenge when Dun- Forward, Braeden Williams joined

forces with Sean Sato and Clearly to work the ball deep into USALSA territory, ready to pounce on any chance to tie the contest up. The opportunity soon materialized near the corner. Alex Sato applied his speed and agility to intercept a long pass at midfield. Spotting Farfan open along the sideline, Alex Sato sent a blistering pass down to his teammate who quickly dished the ball inside to a fast approaching Clearly. Expecting a high-octane shot to the corner of the goal mouth, the highly capable Gardella, prepared to spring. But Clearly, as he’d done with the first kick of the game, took a more direct approach and drilled the ball straight into the net scarcely an inch above Gardella’s fingertips to tie the game. USALSA, determined to book the win and safely secure a playoff berth, gave everything it had in its offensive arsenal. But, Signal Company goalkeeper, Bryant Flournoy, undeniably one of the most dedicated, fearless and technically adept athletes in the league, denied his opponents another score for the rest of the second period. Still, USALSA found the result it needed and secured a trip to the championship tournament. For regular-season scores, final standings and the championship tournament schedule, visit http:// www.quickscores.com/Orgs/index. php?OrgDir=belvoirmwr. For more information about Fort Belvoir’s intramural sports program and the annual Commander’s Cup title race, call Geneva Martin, league coordinator, at 703-806-5093. Athletes can also contact their respective unit representative for sign-up information and scheduling details.

Ladies Golf Association of Fort Belvoir weekly winners Red Tees – Ace Day Tournament - Gunston Course, May 31 • Ace of May: Helene McInnis, Net 65 First Flight - 7 players • 1st place: Sue Nelson, 66 • 2nd place (tie): Pong Hunter, 67; and Shin Sook Kwon, 67 • 4th place (tie): Pam Chaney, 68; Sung Sook Cho, 68; and Chris Nugent, 68 Second Flight - 12 players • 1st place (tie): Gloria Orr, 66; and Susan Smith, 66 • 3rd place (tie): Anna Chaung, 67; and June Page, 67 • 5th place: Oksan Hite, 69 • 6th place (tie): Gail Edwards, 70; and Won Hwang, 70 Third Flight - 7 players • 1st place (tie): Patricia McAndrews, 72; and Joyce Palaschak, 72 • 3rd place (tie): Young Grzella, 75; and Shirley Thorne, 75 Fourth Flight - 5 players (not including Ace) • 1st place: Ruth Daly, 69 • 2nd place: Ruth Edstrom, 76 • 3rd place: Joan Howard, 77

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The Fort Belvoir Blues take on the Wildcats in a late-season Child, Youth and School Services 6-7 year-old soccer match up, May 31 at Fremont Field. The championship series kicks off this week.

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SOFTBALL From Page B1

coming up empty until the bottom of the fifth when 3rd TBX hitters gave OCAR a showcase of power hitting that put the game increasingly out of the Reservists’ reach. 3rd TBX’s second wind actually began in the field in the top of the fifth. With two runners in scoring position and two outs showing on the board, Thomas stepped into the batter’s box and drilled a massive shot to deep center that appeared to be targeting the top of the fence. Cassiano, however, set his sights on the screamer and, back-pedaling with the speed of a track sprinter, made the grab three feet from the chain-link to close the curtains on OCAR’s late-game designs. In the bottom of the frame, Legra, Gurry, Cassiano and first baseman, Larry Claflin, kicked the scoreboard, once again, into overdrive and ushered in another string of base hits that Pyles punctuated with a 2-run RBI double to deep left. OCAR tightened up the infield and played deep in the grass to finally bring the inning to a close, but not before their opponents had added another four runs to their account. With one last chance to pull out a miracle comeback, OCAR went to the plate with some of its strongest hitters, but the 3rd TBX infield responded with another exhibition of sterling defensive work, and a final grounder conversion between Pyles and Claflin ended the contest with 3rd TBX on top, 8-2. Intramural softball games are played Mondays-Thursdays at

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OCAR third baseman, Brian Kane, makes the tag on 3rd TBX third baseman, Joe Legra, during an intramural softball showdown, June 1 at Pullen Field. neva Martin, league coordinator, Graves Fitness Center and Pullen php?OrgDir=belvoirmwr. For more information about at 703-806-5093. Athletes can also Fields, starting at 6:15 p.m. For game schedules, results Fort Belvoir’s intramural sports contact their respective unit repreand standings, visit http://www. program and the annual Com- sentative for sign-up information q u i c k s c o r e s . c o m / O r g s / i n d e x . mander’s Cup title race, call Ge- and scheduling details.

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From Page B1 “We had about 150 kids sign up before the event and, so far, at least another 80 have registered this morning, so we’re looking at 250 kids who came out for this today,” she said. Libert added that a highlight of Saturday’s event was the participation of some 20 Navy Junior ROTC cadets who traveled from Potomac High School in Dumfries, Va. to serve as color throwers at each of the obstacles to decorate the runners as they negotiated their way through. Fort Belvoir Fire Department personnel also made an appearance at the event, arriving in the giant hook-and-ladder vehicle and presenting each runner with participation medals at the finish line. The run came about as a joint venture between the MWR, CYSS, Van Noy Library and Outdoor Recreation to kick off the summer reading program, said Marie George, CYSS youth administrator. The Color Run began a whole day of family events. CYSS plans to host the day-long event each year to encourage every

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Belvoir children take on the wall obstacle during the 2nd annual CYSS Color Run, Saturday in the Tompkins Basin area near Outdoor Recreation. child on post to get involved with reading during their summer vacation and strives to make the program

as fun and rewarding as possible. For more information about sports and fitness opportunities on

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Indians, Yankees, Pirates victorious in Little League match ups By Bill Behring Special to the Belvoir Eagle Last Saturday morning, Little League baseball action was limited to one field due, again this season, to recent rains. Schedules were rearranged so all games played consecutively on one field.

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In the Major Division, the Indians hosted the Red Sox of Alexandria Potomac Little League. Red Sox leadoff batter, catcher, Maddox Sheehan, drilled a single to right and ultimately scored after successive hits from Cody Garrett and Joshua Clark moved Sheehan around the bases to touch the plate for the Sox’s first run. In the Indians first, it was three up, three down. The second inning for both

teams went four up, each receiving a base on balls and three outs. In the Red Sox’s third, Sheehan was on with a walk and Clark got his second hit, with both soon scoring before the last out. The Indians remained scoreless. Josh Ferguson singled down the left field line but was erased as Randy Bermudez grounded into a double play. The Sox were scoreless in their fourth while the Indians’ bats came alive. An error put Hunter Schmick on, scoring as Ty Fisher grounded out. Robert Wysocki singled, and then walks ensued and loaded the bases. Ferguson then doubled to clear them., taking his team into a 4-3 lead. In the fifth inning, the Red Sox scored two on one hit from Sheehan. The Indians then plated three more as Bermudez led off

with a double down the right field line. C.J. Bullock and Schmick were granted bases on balls, loading the bags, and all scored on a double to right field by Fisher. In the Sox’s sixth inning, Colin Rastovski was on with a walk and advanced to third before three strikeouts ended the game. The Indians picked up their first victory of the season, 7-5.

Minor Division

In Minor Division action, the Yankees downed the Padres 17-8. Powering the Yankees to victory was Jaden Rios with two singles — one to right field in the first inning, the other to left in the fourth. Jeremiah Persons scored three of the Yankee runs. The Yankees gave up five hits to the Padres — singles to Josef Groneman, Kyler Elsea, and Bryce Wil-

liams, and a double and a single by Andrew Groneman. In the nightcap, the Pirates squeaked by the Rays 7-6. Nate Moles, hurling for the Rays the first three innings, held the Pirates to two hits — a single from Kamalie Browne and a double from Tre Campbell before being pulled. Ethan Tourne went to the mound to relieve and got the final out with a strikeout. The score was 7-5 Pirates at the end of three. In the Rays’ fourth, Brody Allyn walked and then scored on a hit by Logan March. But, it wasn’t enough, as time had expired. (Minor Division games are played under a time limit, with no new inning starts after an hour and 45 minutes of play.)

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Training ... even actresses do it By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer

“Orange is the New Black” actress Jackie Cruz, who portrays Marisol “Flaca” Gonzales, got to know what it’s like to be a Soldier for a day Tuesday, to prepare for a new role. Accompanying Cruz was Carol Garlick, a screenwriter working on a short film called MST, which will feature Cruz as a Soldier. To play the part well, Cruz came to Fort Belvoir to get a firsthand look at being a Soldier. “I wanted to know how it is,” she said. “I’ve never been around this kind of environment, so I want to learn everything from the bottom up. Today, I got to hold guns for the first time in my life. I got butterflies … but (an Army Reserve Soldier) showed me how to hold it and keep the safety on.” Cruz and Garlick met Army Reserve senior leaders; visited the 212th Military Police Detachment and the dining facility and went to Davison Army Airfield. Wednesday, she visited the Pentagon. “I wanted to make this as authentic as possible, so we took her to chow,” Erin Thede, director of Private Public Partnership, said. P3 coordinated Cruz and Garlick’s military visits. Cruz took each activity seriously, calling herself a sponge soaking up information she learned over the course of her visit. “Even holding the gun properly and not putting my finger on the trigger – that was really important,” she said. “I posted a picture (on social media) and one of the first comments was ‘way to go girl.’ ”

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Jackie Cruz, the actress who plays Marisol “Flaca” Gonzales on the Netflix television series “Orange Is the New Black,” visited Fort Belvoir, Tuesday to research Army life for an upcoming film. Cruz emphasized her priority in understanding each character she portrays. “It just feels really good when you research a character and you do it the right way,” she said. “It’s the same with my character, Flaca. She’s Mexican and I’m Dominican. So, I made sure that my Spanish sounds like I’m Mexican,” she added. She also had a friend who was of Mexican descent to help her with her lines, Cruz said. “I become the character,” Cruz said about her

new role as a Soldier. “She’s (Garlick) calling me Rambo already.” Her experience visiting Fort Belvoir made her see the Army in a new way, she said. “I’m proud of you guys. Thank you for protecting us and keep up the good work. I don’t think everybody could do this,” Cruz said. “You’ve got to be strong. Just being here today, it seems like a lot. It was overwhelming and, to be in it every day – it’s amazing.”

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Amphitheater hosting free family events By Amanda Stewart Staff writer A new series of events planned by Fort Belvoir MWR is aiming to bring some family-friendly fun to your Fridays. The Family Fun Fridays series will bring concerts, movies, food trucks and more once a month to the Fort

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Fairfax County during her time as garrison commander, prior to her upcoming retirement. Bulova, and supervisors Jeff McKay (Lee District), Daniel Storck (Mount Vernon District), Pat Herrity (Springfield District) and Vice Chairman Penelope Gross (Mason District) thanked Mitchell for working with the county and county officials, specifically citing the opening of Jeff Todd Way, the Fort Belvoir-Fairfax County shared services venture and the construction of the new Fort Belvoir Elementary School as some of her accomplishments. “We’ve had a wonderful working relationship with Col. Mitchell,” Bulova said. “She’s been warm, she’s been just incredibly responsive to the needs of Fairfax County and has been wonderful in bringing us to-

Belvoir amphitheater, at the intersection of Gunston and Abbot roads. The first event, a concert by Elvis tribute artist Lionel Ward is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., June 17. “Everyone knows Lionel Ward,” said Romel Voellm, community activities center director. “It should be a fun concert for the whole family.” The next events in the Family Fun

Fridays will be a screening of the movie Pan on July 15 and a concert by Traitors N’ Thieves on Aug. 19. All events start at 6:30 p.m. Fort Belvoir community members are invited to bring their lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the free outdoor events. Each night’s events will also include activities for children, including

bounce houses and games. Food trucks are also expected to be on site to sell food. “We hope everyone will bring the kids, bring their families out for these fun events,” Voellm said. For more information, call 703805-3417 or visit the Fort Belvoir MWR website at belvoir.armymwr. com.

gether to discuss the nuts and bolts issues as well as larger issues that we have as next door neighbors.” The supervisors also noted that Mitchell has helped to strengthen and improve the relationship the county has with the installation. “The military presence is strong in Fairfax County and our bond with Fort Belvoir is very strong, and you’ve made that even stronger,” said McKay. “The Army really is a member of our community,” said Herrity. “Your Soldiers live here and work here but it’s not just those Soldiers. You’re responsible for MDA and all the other agencies that occupy Fort Belvoir and they are critical members of our community. So I want to thank you for continuing the great relationship.” Mitchell thanked the board for recognizing Army Week and thanked them for the working relationship she has had with the

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Thrift Shop announces scholarship winners By Jackie Baer Belvoir Thrift Shop The Belvoir Community Committee announces winners of the 2016 Thrift Shop Scholarship Program. Each of these 16 winners get a $1,000 scholarship. Winners of the Academic Achievement Award for graduating seniors are: • Sarah Amanda Dalton • Jonathan David McCarty • Hannah Marie McGurk • Christina Brooke Bagnati • Abigail Rose Ridderhoff

• Rachel Kae Hayes • Brandon W. Bryant • Hunter Drake Jutras • Jacob David Johnson Winners of the Undergraduate Achievement Award for college students are: • Morgan Nicole DeLong • Christopher Logan Beveridge • Colin Edward Clark • Brian Miller Stephenson • Matthew David DelVecchhio • Troy Cronin Clark • Hannah Grace Bauman These awards recognize and

honor the scholastic achievements and community service of the winners and the contributions their military sponsors have made to our country. The Belvoir Thrift Shop Scholarship Program is possible by the hard work of more than 25 volunteers who regularly donate their time to the Thrift Shop. Without volunteer support, the Thrift Shop would not be able to continue the scholarship program or its charitable contributions, which totaled almost $90,000 in 2015. The Thrift Shop regularly donates to agencies such as Army Community Service; Warrior Tran-

sition Unit; Belvoir Scouts; Belvoir Fisher House; Belvoir Chapter American Red Cross; Child, Youth and School Age Services, etc. Volunteer opportunities are always available to people who can come help the shop make a difference. Thrift shop officials want to thank the Belvoir community for continuing to support the shop and its efforts. Thrift Shop hours are Tuesdays through Thursdays and the first and third Saturdays of every month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Thrift Shop’s website is fortbelvoirthrift shop.org.

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Employment Advertising Technical Support/Service Rep (A/V Conf Room Set-up) The American Management Association (AMA) is an international, not-for-profit, membershipbased association that provides a broad range of management development and educational services to individuals and organizations. The Arlington Virginia Executive Conference Center is seeking a full-time employee to provide support and set-up in our meeting rooms. To review a complete job description and apply for the position, please visit AMA Careers on our website:

www.amanet.org

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Mention this ad and get $500 credit! Credit used towards the appraisal and credit report at closing for any loan over $250,000 with Ray Wolff at The Federal Savings Bank.

RAY WOLFF

Mortgage Banker, NMLS#207587 Direct: (703)978-4664 Cell: (703)402-1980 Fax: (703)425-5840 ray25mtg@cox.net thefederalsavingsbank.com/raywolff 1604 Spring Hill Rd. #330, Vienna, VA 22181

703-771-8831

COMMERCIAL ELECTRICIANS needed. Able to run conduit. Must have a min 4 years commercial experience, be hardworking, dependable, and have transportation. Work in Gainesville and N VA.

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WORK IN THE MEDIA BUSINESS! Do you enjoy helping local businesses market their products and services? Are you a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Northern Virginia Media Services/InsideNoVa.com is hiring two outside account executives to build and manage advertising campaigns for local businesses.

OUTSIDE ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE: Working out of either our Woodbridge or our McLean office, this rep will sell print and digital advertising to local businesses. You’ll be given a book of business but will be expected to build that territory. The ideal candidate will have some business-to-business sales experience, but it does not necessarily have to be in the media industry. More critical skills are a willingness to call on new businesses and an ability to make persuasive presentations.

DIGITAL MEDIA ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE: We’re seeking a digitally-savvy salesperson to work with local businesses on online marketing efforts, ranging from website development to display advertising, text messaging and social media management. You’ll build a list of your own accounts as well as become an in-house digital expert for other account executives. This position requires a fundamental knowledge of digital advertising and marketing, an ability to make persuasive presentations, and a willingness to call on new businesses. Both positions are full-time and offer a suite of benefits, including medical insurance, a 401(k) and paid time off. Northern Virginia Media Services publishes four local weekly newspapers, in Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William and Stafford counties; two military base newspapers, at Fort Belvoir and Marine Corps Base Quantico; Washington FAMILY Magazine, and the region’s leading news website, InsideNoVa.com. Our newspapers reach 130,000 households a week, and InsideNoVa has nearly 400,000 unique visitors a month.

To apply for either position, send resume and brief cover letter to Bruce Potter at bpotter@Insidenova.com. Application deadline is June 15.

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