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Friday, August 22, 2003Friday, August 22, 2003Volume 3, Issue 38Volume 3, Issue 38

By Sgt. Erin Crawley

The ability to adapt and overcomein any situation is a sign of a true sol-dier. Guantanamo’s 303rd MilitaryPolice Company of Jackson, Mich.,has put those words into action 24hours a day, seven days a week for thepast nine months.

In that time, soldiers of the 303rdhave been an integral part of theimprovements that have occurred inCamp Delta. According to 303rd 1stSgt. Laurence Warren, “We havehelped to standardize and rewrite Stan-dard Operating Procedures in CampDelta. Soldiers of the 303rd were alsoselected to help set up and run Camp 4[medium security facility], DeltaBlock and the juvenile detention facil-ity. In addition, we completed 95C[corrections specialist] school and par-ticipated in all [detainee transfer] mis-sions.”

This has been a unique mission forthe 303rd, since they are a Combat

303rd does it 24/7: Assist, Protect and Defend

See 303rd, page 4.

Photo By Staff Sgt. Stephen E. Lewald

Sgt. 1st Class John A. Waters (center) an instructor for the 95C Conversion Course at JTF Guantanamo, shows Spc.Susan Yapp (right) and Spc. Lucus Willcutt (left), both assigned to the 303rd MP Co., different defensive tactics, suchas the wrist lock hold shown here. Defensive tactics is one phase of instruction needed in the 95C Training Course.

The Troopers of the JTF GuantanamoTeam play a critical part in helping our nationwin the war on terrorism. It's a tough andimportant missionand we must be atthe top of our gameeveryday. Each ofus has the responsi-bility to stay trainedand ready and tokeep our skills ashoned as a newsaber so that we can fight and win anywhere,any time. We are getting better as a team, win-ning our part of the fight everyday.

To win on the battlefield takes more thantechnology and bullets. Winning involvessuccess in a series of small fights, all led bycombat ready troopers. The contributions ofeach one of us, in each small fight, make a dif-ference to the JTF. Detailed planning by ourstaff officers gives us the start point. Teams

led by combat medics stand ready to providelife-saving assistance. Support troopersensure the right people are at the right place atthe right time. Mortarmen provide accurateindirect fire support, called for by capable for-ward observers. Teams of Military Police andNaval Security Force troopers ensure oursafety, clear areas of suspected bombs, andprovide airtight confinement for detainees inCamp Delta. Pilots and crew chiefs standready to provide air support, and protect ourJTF from naval threats. Our infantrymenwork in both mounted and dismounted teams,trained and ready to react to any ground threat.All these teams, and more, are energized byour military's secret weapon - professionalnon-commissioned officers that lead from thefront.

The contribution of the smallest team or asingle JTF trooper has the opportunity to takethe lead in ensuring the success of our JTF. Ittakes a personal commitment to excellence to

set the foundationfor success. Ourindividual contribu-tions make each ofus part of a team ofteams, ultimatelyensuring successthrough our inte-grated efforts.

Where we take our future training is onlylimited by our imagination. We must chal-lenge ourselves to push the envelope and findnew ways to keep ourselves trained and ready.We must pass on our lessons learned to thosewho come after us, so that the JTF continuesto be combat ready, able to accomplish ourmission. Winning is a way of life - make ityour daily commitment.

HONOR BOUND

Friday, August 22, 2003Page 2

MG Geoffrey D. MillerCommander

JTFGuantanamo

JTF-GTMO Command

Commander:MG Geoffrey D. Miller

Joint Task Force CSM:CSM George L. NievesPublic Affairs Officer:

Lt. Col. Pamela HartDeputy PAO / 362nd MPAD Commander:Maj. Paul J. Caruso

Command Information Officer / Editor:Capt. Linda K. SpillaneCirculation: 2,100 copies

The Wire StaffThe Wire NCOIC & Layout Editor:Staff Sgt. Stephen E. Lewald

Sports Editor:Sgt. Bob MitchellStaff writers and design team:

Sgt. Daniel O. Johnson Sgt. Benari PoultenSgt. Erin P. Crawley

Spc. Delaney T. JacksonSpc. Alan Lee KnesekSpc. Mark Leone

Spc. Jared Mulloy

Contact us:5239/5241 (Local phone) 5426 (Local fax)

Joint Information Bureau/HQ AnnexOnline:http://www.nsgtmo.navy.mil/jtfgtmo

The Wire is produced by the 362nd MobilePublic Affairs Detachment assigned to theJoint Information Bureau at Joint Task Force

Guantanamo. This publication is printedunder the provisions provided in Army Regu-lation 360-1 and does not reflect the views of

the Department of Defense or the personnelwithin.

“How many detention blocks make up the maximum security portion of Camp Delta?”

Message from the Top

Trivia Question of the Week:

Spc. Joshua D. Wise of the 303rd MP Co. correctly answered the question and was selected as the winner!

Last week's question: “What international organization, with headquarters located in Geneva, Switzerland, maintains a regular presence atJTF Guantanamo?”Answer: International Community of the Red Cross.

Please send your answers to the JTF Public Affairs Office, email address: pao@jtfgtmo.southcom.mil by Tuesday, Aug. 26.A name will be drawn from all who get it correct for a JTF T-shirt or hat.

“To win on the battlefield takesmore than technology and bullets.Winning involves success in aseries of small fights, all led bycombat ready troopers.”

Page 3Friday, August 22, 2003

By Spc. Jared Mulloy

From having to work 60 hours a week to adjusting to new roo-mates, stress is a constant factor in our lives. Having a job in themilitary can be very stressful and, ironically, stress can also beyour job.

In December of 2002, a small group of active duty soldiersfrom the 85th Medical Detachment (Combat Stress Control) outof Fort Hood, Texas arrived here in sunny Guantanamo Bay. Andnow, like so many other units, they are getting ready to returnhome.

Augmented by Army Lt. Col. Bob Stewart and a handful ofNavy Petty Officers, the 85th has done their best as the JTF Com-bat Stress Control Team to get troops to relax. “We’re basically amental health sick call,” says the CSC Team’s noncommissionedofficer-in-charge, Petty Officer 2nd Class Brad Hicks, “If youhave a problem that’s more than physical, we’re the people tosee.”

The CSC team has provided an individual help to anyone whohas asked for help, and have made a great wealth of improvementsto make life easier for everyone in the JTF.

“We greet everyone when they get here and ask that they cometo us right away if they are having difficulties dealing with stress,”says Maj. Mack O’Quinn, assistant team leader. “It’s much easierto treat stress issues before they lead to depression. We’re alsothere when troops leave. Change is a stressful thing for people,and we want everyone’s return home to go as well as possible.”

Aside from offering individual care and a variety of classes, theJTF CSC team has also offered group counseling as well as amonth long smoking cessation course which has had a 40 percentsuccess rate to get troops to quit smoking.

According to Stewart, “Creative problem solving has been our[the CSC team’s] main focus when dealing with OperationalStress at GTMO. Our biggest and most creative accomplishmentwas the creation of the Housemate/Roommate Contract system.Right when troops get here, we have them break into groups basedon whom they’ll be living with. Then we have every group estab-lish house rules and personal rules. So far we haven’t heard of asingle problem from the units that have filled out the contracts.”

Thanks to the JTF CSC Team’s ingenuity, being a part the JTFhas definitely made it easier to keep your cool, and that’s a tallorder in the Caribbean.

85th CSC Team helps you to keep your cool

AttentionJTF

Troopers:If you’re mailing a duffle

bag or footlocker home, youhave to send a key or combi-nation along with it. Cus-toms needs to open andinspect them, and they don’twant to cut locks and delayyour items from gettinghome in a timely manor.

Also, to speed up the mailprocess in Camp America,pick up customs forms at thepost office.

And remember, all FirstClass, Priority, and SpaceAvailable Mail leavesGTMO at the same time andisn’t separated till it gets tothe CONUS. So make eco-nomical decisions with yourmail.

For more information,contact Sgt. 1st Class PedroAleman at 5396.

258th MP Co. now part of JTF

Photo by Spc. Delaney Jackson

The active Army’s 258th Military Police Co. out of Ft. Polk, La. arrived at GTMO on Tuesday this week. Here, soldiers beginthe process of filling out paperwork to officially become members of JTF Guantanamo. Commanded by Capt. MichaelCrane and 1st Sgt. Aurther Lampert, the 258th will assume the detention mission of the outgoing 438th MP Co. in the JointDetention Operations Group.

Last chance for some of you!For the Northeast Gate Tour that is.

Every third Saturday of the month at the Marine Hill parade field at 7:45 a.m.

For more info call X-2002

Page 4 Friday, August 22, 2003

Support Unit. But Warren says the 303rdhas a reputation of adapting to new situa-tions, and always stepping up to the plate,motivated and ready to go. So, it is no sur-prise they were chosen to put their abilitiesinto action here.

Although the 303rd is primarily a com-bat support MP unit, they have receivedmonths of extensive training in order tomeet the requirements of the detentionmission here. “The mission was a chal-lenge at first, but it has helped that we havecorrections officers in our unit and that wehave gone through this extensive training,”said Sgt. 1st Class Brian Conklin, noncom-missioned officer-in-charge of training.

Warren said, “I’m proud of the profes-sionalism and devotion to duty each sol-dier has demonstrated while assigned tothe JTF. Soldiers went to work daily in ahostile environment and constantly soughtways to improve the working conditions.The soldiers have been able to keep a pos-itive attitude …”

Part of the 303rd’s motivation comesfrom the fact that they have such a stronggroup of junior noncommissioned officers,according to Warren. They not only are thepulse of the unit, but the eyes and ears aswell.

Conklin stressed that the youngerenlisted soldiers have learned a lot andhave done an excellent job inside CampDelta. “There have been situations behindthe wire where our younger soldiersreacted and reacted well. Without goinginto detail, they are performing really wellinside the wire,” said Conklin.

One of those fine youngsoldiers is Spc. MichaelStortz, who arrived here inJanuary 2003. While therest of the 303rd hit theground at GTMO inNovember 2002, Stortzwas in basic training whenhe got the call, so hearrived here fresh out ofAdvanced IndividualTraining. “I didn’t think Iwould be ready for thisdeployment, being 19,right out of high school …but the leadership of the303rd has been great. Theytook me under their wingsand showed me the ropes.My squad leader and teamleader have helped formme the way I am now. Ihave confidence in howthey have trained me.”

Stortz continued, “Thisdeployment has also mademe grow up quite a bit.I’ve learned to be more patient and I havea lot more responsibilities here than I didback home. My parents and friends think Imatured more here than if I just went tocollege for a year.”

Spc. Susan Yapp, 22, joined the Armytwo years ago, simply for the challenge.She chose to be an MP to get some lawenforcement experience. Her experiencehere has allowed her to face many chal-lenges, learn a lot about herself, and gainsome ‘corrections specialist’ training thatwill help her pursue a career in law

enforcement when she returns home.“I’ve learned a lot here. I’ve learned to

be very flexible because everything ischanging all the time. This deploymenthas made me a stronger person. Some-times [with the job we do] you have tohave really thick skin to perform the mis-sion. We have really pulled together as aunit throughout this whole deployment.When we have a mission, we cometogether as a team and get the missionaccomplished,” Yapp said.

Yapp also attributes much of this ‘team’mentality to the skills and professionalismof the noncommissioned officers in theunit who led the way by example.

Spc. William Lo, who wants to be acivilian police officer in the future, hasalso learned a lot from this deployment.“It has given me a good work ethic and agood idea of what it would be like in thecivilian world as a police officer. Being apolice officer, I’ll be working long hoursand holidays, just like I did here,” Lo said.

Creating the right mindset has alsohelped these soldiers be so successful.Warren explained that although the sol-diers are working really hard and may notsee direct results of their efforts, the 303rdhas had a significant impact on the GlobalWar on Terrorism.

303rd, from page 1.

Photo provided by 303rd Military Police Co.

Soldiers of the 303rd Military Police Co. take part in weapons qualification at Grenadillo Range, U.S. Naval Base,Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

Photo provided by 303rd Military Police Co.

Soldiers of the 303rd Military Police Co. take part in 9mm weapons qualifi-cation at Grenadillo Range, U.S. Naval Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

Friday, August 22, 2003 Page 5

By Sgt. Benari Poulten

A strenuous work-out is certainly oneway to attain individ-ual achievement, butfor the 303rd MP Co.females living inTierra Kay 59, work-ing out as a group hasbeen the key to suc-cess for personalimprovement.

“We shoot forevery day,” Spc. LizClaussen said, describ-ing their cooperativeworkout ethic. “Assoon as one personstarts working out …everybody runs andgrabs their stuff.”

Encouraging each other to do their best,these outstanding soldiers test their ownlimits and push themselves to exceed stan-dards. They have remained committed tomaintaining a regular fitness routine andthey make sure they stick to it, as Staff Sgt.Kim Munson explained. “We motivateeach other. When one of us doesn’t wantto do it or one of us wants to eat ice creamor something, instead – we don’t let eachother get away with it.”

According to Claussen, a regular work-out regimen is the best way to stay pre-pared for the Army Physical Fitness Test.

“I’ve always been dedicated to exercise,because I’m not one of those people thatcan just show up to a PT test and take itand pass it. I have to really work at fitness… I have to stay dedicated otherwise I’lllose it.”

The staple of their routine is Tae-Bo,what Claussen called an excellent sourceof fitness. “You do an hour of aerobicexercise,” she said. “It incorporates all themajor muscle groups, too, which is impor-tant. It’s a total lower body and upperbody workout.”

Spc. Nicole Shepherd noted that, in

addition to the benefitsof an aerobic workout,she has definitelybecome faster thanksto working out withher housemates. “I tryto run every day, afterI do Tae-Bo,” she said.“I’ve dramaticallyimproved on runtime.” Munson con-curred. “She is a run-ning maniac. She usedto hate to run and hadtrouble passing it, andshe’s a maniac now.”

Spc. Carrie Brownhas also gotten faster,thanks to a little helpfrom her friends, asClauffen pointed out.“She used to be onethat did not run at all

and … now, she’s a little speed demon.”“They definitely helped a lot,” Brown

said with a smile. Just how much have they improved?

Claussen is all too happy to provide anexample. “Actually, [we] passed theMarine Corps PT test, including their run,which is a three-mile run, and we evenmade it in under the male standards.”

With their dedication to excellence andtheir impeccable track record of improve-ment, there are no standards these soldierscan’t exceed.

They get by with a little help from their friends

Photo by Sgt. Benari Poulten

Spc. Liz Claussen, Spc. Nicole Shepherd, Staff Sgt. Kim Munson, and Spc. Carrie Brown show that work-ing out can be fun.

Stay alert!!! Stay alive!!!When approaching

the traffic check pointinto Camp Delta, youwill not see the "Stop"and "Go" signs any-more. The only trafficlight on GTMO, (andthe second trafficlight in GuantanamoBay history) ismounted on the guardshack and is fullyoperational. It has redand green lights and ismanually operated.

MG Miller and CSM Nieves answer your questionson the "JTF-Forum," the JTF's bi-weekly, live call-in

radio talk show!Tune in to FM 103.1, "The Blitz," Wednesday, August27, between the hours of 5 p.m and 6 p.m. Call in to

the "JTF-Forum" at 2300 and 2351 and get theanswers you want!

Page 6 Friday, August 22, 2003

By Spc. Jared Mulloy

With the Joint Task Force expanding steadily and improvingeveryday, it’s no surprise that Guantanamo Bay is growing too.Contractors, Seabees, and even volunteers have been workinghard and fast, from constructing the Seaside Galley and Club Sur-vivor at Camp America, to the transformation of the Pink Palaceinto the new Commissions Building.

According to JTF Staff Engineer Cmdr. Kenneth Rimmey,“We’ve got some neat things in the works for the JTF.” Rimmeyplays a key role in improvements here at GTMO along with JTFEngineer Capt. Lonny Roland. “I’m basically a liaison betweenthe general [MG Geoffrey Miller], and the contractors. He tellsme what he wants and I do my best to get it done quickly and effi-ciently.” Capt. Roland works on-site in the Public Works Depart-ment as the JTF’s daily advocate.

Some of the new improvements that are currently being con-structed include Camp America North II, Delta Galley, and JointAid Station on Kittery Beach Road. There are improvementsbeing made in the detention facility, emergency shelters forinclement weather, and the main traffic checkpoint at Camp Delta.

One improvement that can already be seen at the main checkpointis a stoplight. This is the second stoplight that has ever beenerected in Guantanamo Bay.

According to Rimmey, Camp America North II will be a mir-ror image of Camp America North. The new housing units willhouse an additional 400 JTF troops. Both Camp America Northswill also be upgraded with kitchenettes and other creature com-forts. Rimmey also said that the contractual completion date forCamp America North II is December 10, but the JTF’s goal isOctober 15.

The Delta Galley will replace the tent within Camp Delta,which is currently used as a dining hall. Rimmey anticipates thatit will be completed in late October.

There is also a Joint Aid Station on Kittery Beach Road that isunder construction. The existing Joint Aid Station (JAS) at TierraKay will basically be moved to its new home in November. “Thebuilding will be four times the size of the JAS and will make iteasier for medical staff to care for JTF troops,” said Rimmey. Far-ther down the road, troopers can also look forward to a new chapelat Camp America.

Camp America North II, Delta Galley, others in the works

By Sgt. Benari Poulten

Weird Al better watch hisback; there are some new kids onthe block who have turned theirexperiences here into a numberof clever parody songs. And,thanks to the musical stylings ofPvt. Sidney Gafkjen, the “BlockStreet Boys” even boast an origi-nal song or two.

On any given night in TierraKay, it would not be unusual tohear the familiar chords of well-known songs emanating fromGafkjen’s guitar as he entertainsboth himself and surroundingJTF troopers with marvelousmelodies and tunes.

“I just like playing,” heenthused. “Especially if otherpeople are going to get enjoy-ment out of it, and if I havesomething to convey.” And whatGafkjen has to convey is hisunique perspective on his currentdeployment, taking his real lifeexperiences and giving them amusical spin. Playing a combination of hisown original compositions about workingin the sally port and fun-spirited parodysongs, Gafkjen jams with a group calling

itself the “Block Street Boys,” but for thissoldier, music is an entertaining way topass the time away.

“It all started in the sally port, when I

had some free time, and couldn’tdo anything but write … I endedup writing some songs,” heexplained. “The one I wrote, Ijust made the music up to it. It’scompletely original. I have somemusical background – I tooksome theory in college. But, I’mjust a music hobbyist.”

For someone with just a pass-ing interest in music, Gafkjencertainly has plenty of talent, ableto play a variety of instrumentsand shows a genuine enthusiasmfor the art form. A student atSpring Harbor University, Mich.,Gafkjen tried to keep his musicalskills honed back home. “I loveplaying. I miss just playing forpeople in general. In school, Iwas in a choir and I played in aworship band … and in church, Iplay the drums.”

Although Gafkjen and the restof his 303rd crew are lookingtoward the end of their deploy-ment here, a Block Street Boysreunion in the future isn’t out of

the question. “Well, we’re all in the sameunit, maybe we could do it on some drilland come up with new stuff. You neverknow.”

The sound this “Block Street Boy” makes is music to our ears

Pvt. Sidney Gafkjen jams out on his guitar in his backyard at Tierra Kay

Page 7Friday, August 22, 2003

Man on the StreetThis week’s question: What is your favorite section of the Wire, and what regular features would you include in it?

Compiled by Staff Sgt. Stephen E. Lewald

Spc. Murice Coleman216th MP Co.

Spc. Cindy A. SingerJ-8 Finance

Airman 1st Class Charity E. HorinaJ-4

"I enjoy reading the “15Minutes of Fame” arti-cle. It gives me insightabout other troops with-in the JTF, what theyhave gained and expe-rienced while they weredeployed here."

Spc. Angel L. MoralesTK-JAS

"I like “15 Minutes ofFame,” because ithighlights people of theJTF. What I’d like tosee added arecoupons, such as adiscounted dinner atthe Windjammer."

“I like “Recreation &Leisure,” as well assports, they let meknow what special, andsporting events aregoing on at GTMO ...I’d like to see highlightsof world news eventsadded as a weekly fea-ture in the Wire.”

“I like the sports sec-tion, especially “Headto head,” but I’d like tosee a much biggersports section featuredin the Wire.”

Spc. Joseph C. Gawne300th MP Bde.

“I like “Head to head,”because of the differ-ences that troops haveon sports topics. WhatI’d like to see added, isa more indepth, up-date on the up-comingfootball season.”

By Sgt. Benari Poulten

Sgt. Maj. Guillermo Alcover-Munizliked JTF Guantanamo so much when hewas last here, he came back for more. Pre-viously stationed here at the beginning ofthe JTF’s critical mission, Alcover-Munizreturned to the JTF on August 1, 2003 toact as the Joint Interrogation Group ser-geant major.

Impressed by the enormous changesthat have occurred between now and then,he noted how proud he is to take part inthis mission. “It’s a very important mis-sion that we’re doing, obviously, to protectour nation and to protect our people,” hestated.

He praised the work of the troopers cur-rently stationed here, and noted the accom-plishments of those that have helped shapethe JTF’s ever-evolving mission. “You’relearning by trial and error; we hadn’t doneanything like this before, so … it was alearning process. But we’ve had somegreat, great folks. Not only from Southern

Command, but from other units fromaround the Army and the different services.They came down here and came togetherand did what had to be done and developed

what’s here today. They were the pioneersand they developed it as it went along andnow we have what we have because ofthose folks.”

Alcover-Muniz passed on some goodadvice for the younger troopers, encourag-ing them to be as best prepared as possiblein any situation. “Absorb everything …don’t judge a book by it’s cover, if youwill. Look into things, look into situations,look into people. Get to know things bet-ter … before you pass judgment … You’llbe more prepared. The more you know,the better off you are. Keep learning allthe time.”

He has remained committed to makinga difference and has wasted no time inmaking his mark. “In the short time I’vebeen here, I think I’m already impacting[the JTF] in some way … The biggestthing for me is to educate the troops andmainly, educate the leaders, so that theyunderstand what the mission is all aboutand why we do what we do.”

Second time around for this sergeant major

Sgt. Maj. Guillermo Alcover-MunizJoint Interrogation Group

Friday, August 22, 2003Page 8

Worship ServicesCatholic

Main ChapelDaily 6:30 a.m. Mass

Cobre Chapel Wed. 5 p.m. R.C.I.A.

Cobre ChapelFri. 5 p.m. RosarySat. 4:30 p.m. Confession

5:30 p.m. MassSun. 9 a.m. Mass

11 a.m. Mass (Sanctuary B)

Camp AmericaSun. 5 p.m. Mass

Wooden Chapel

Protestant

Main ChapelMon. 7 p.m. Prayer Group

Fellowship*Wed. 7 p.m. Men’s Bible

Study*7 p.m. Spanish Group

390-Evan’s PtThurs. 6:30 p.m. Home Group

Nob Hill 5B7:15 p.m. Youth 7-12

Fellowship*Sun. 6:30 a.m. Praise and

Worship Servce9:30 a.m. Sunday School

11 a.m. Service/Sunday School

5 p.m. Bible Study** Fellowship Hall located in Chapel Complex

Camp AmericaWed. 7 p.m. ServiceSun. 9 a.m. Seaside Galley(Temporary location until further notice)

7 p.m. ServiceWooden Chapel

Church of Jesus Christ of LatterDay Saints

Sun. 9 a.m. Sanctuary A

IslamicFri. 1 p.m. Classroom 12

ChapelComplex

JewishFri. 8 p.m. Fellowship

Hall

Camp America Church Bus schedule:Sun. 8 a.m. Windward Loop

8:15 a.m. Tierra KayThe bus will return immediately followingworship.

Chaplain’s CornerBy CH (LTC) Herb HeavnerJTF GuantanamoCommand Chaplain

Who me? I sure didn't do it. Not me!I'm not responsible for that. Let somebodyelse do it. How many times have youheard those expressions? How many timeshave you used one of them yourself? Howmany times have you been critical ofsomebody else for not taking responsibil-ity for his or her own actions? Well, if youare anything at all like I am then you havedone that, or something very similar manytimes during the course of your life. Justtoday I had a phone call from someonewho claimed that someone in my sectionwas responsible for leaving some trash athis or her location. It became very clear tome that someone from my office wasexpected to come and clean up the mess. Iknow for a fact that we did not leave themess. I know that it really should not havebeen my responsibility toclean the mess. I know thatmy assistant should nothave been responsible forcleaning up the mess; how-ever, he and I went togetherand cleaned up the mess.

So what am I saying? Iam saying that there isnothing wrong with takingresponsibility for somethings, even if they are notyour doing. I am sayingthat there is nothing wrongwith doing things just for the sake ofmaintaining peace. I know that there aremany service members involved in thedaily operation of the JTF who are willingto go way out of their way in order to getthe job done. They are willing to takeownership of a project that should not bein their lane just so that the mission can be

accomplished. I have seen evidence of thatprinciple nearly every week that I havebeen on the island. I think that is why themission here continues to be a success. Ibelieve that is why we have been able toget the job done when it would have beenimpossible through any other means.

This principle of willingness to get thejob done no matter where the responsibil-ity lies is one that goes back to the veryearly record of history. There have alwaysbeen those who did not want to acceptresponsibility. But there have been manymore who have done just the opposite.They have gone the second mile, the thirdmile and beyond just to ensure success.

Even in the scripture there is the con-cept selfless service, the concept of beingwilling to lay down your life for yourbrother. I believe that it is pleasing to Godwhen we are willing to go ahead and dowhatever it may take to complete the mis-sion, even if we may not have direct

responsibilityfor that partic-ular mission. Ibelieve that Heeven gives usextra strengthin order to beable to do justthat. I say this,not to bringany credit tomyself for myown willing-ness to go out

and sweat a little in the process of cleaningup a mess that was not of my doing. I sayit to give praise to all of those who followthis selfless service principle here on theisland everyday. May God continue tobless you as you give yourself in service tothe mission of the JTF and to the missionof this great nation in which we live.

WANTED: Piano Player...... for the general Protestant Worship service at the Camp America Chapel.Should be able to play church music out of a hymnal and provide back-up for

choral and other special singers. Would need to be available from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30a.m on Sunday, and one other hour per week, time to be determined.

Please give the JTF Command Chaplains’ office a call at 3202, 3203.

“May God continue tobless you as you give your-self in service to the mis-sion of the JTF and to themission of this greatnation in which we live.”

CH (LTC) Herb Heavner,Command Chaplain

Page 9Friday, August 22, 2003

RECREATION & LEISURE

Camp Bulkeley

Fri., Aug. 228p.m. WillardsPG13 - 100min

10 p.m. Interstate 60PG13 - 112min

Sat., Aug. 238 p.m. It Runs in the

FamilyPG13 - 94min

10 p.m. Confidence R - 98min

Sun., Aug. 248 p.m. AliensR - 137min

Mon., Aug. 258 p.m. Pool Hall Junkies

R - 94min

Tues., Aug. 268 p.m. Fatal Attraction

R - 123min

Wed., Aug. 278 p.m. HolesR - 134min

Thurs., Aug. 288 p.m. Fatal Blade

R - 98min

Downtown Lyceum

Fri., Aug. 228 p.m. Rugrats Go Wild

PG - 81min

10 p.m. 2 Fast 2 FuriousPG13 - 108min

Sat., Aug. 238 p.m. Sinbad: Legend of

the Seven SeasPG - 86min

10 p.m. Charlie’s Angels 2PG13 - 103min

Sun., Aug. 248 p.m. SeabiscuitPG13 - 130min

Mon., Aug. 258 p.m. Tomb Raider 2

PG13 - 110min

Tues., Aug. 268 p.m. Alex & Emma

PG13 - 96min

Wed., Aug. 278 p.m. Bad Boys 2

R - 147min

Thurs., Aug. 288 p.m. American Wedding

R - 102min

Located at Camp AmericaThursday thru Saturday 5 p.m. to

11:30 p.m.Open to all NAVBASE and JTF per-

sonnel of all ranks.

Club Survivor

MovieMovieScheduleScheduleBy Spc. Alan Lee Knesek

Guantanamo Bay is getting a littlefunkier. No, it’s not that mysterysmell of the salt marsh or your room-mates dirty clothes bag. It’s the AllMighty Senators and they are bringing‘the funk’ to the Windjammer Fridaynight at 8 p.m.

The band is a Baltimore basedfunk/rock act that has recently fin-ished touring with the Pretenders.They have also been touring theStates, and promoting their newalbum, Music is Big Business. Fea-

tured tracks are “Booty Fresh” and“Mother Nature’s Afro” and they arealso featured on a new movie sound-track, “Winter Break.”

Over the last few years, the Sena-tors have performed at music festivalsaround the country, and are now mak-ing their way to Guantanamo Bay,Cuba.

Their performance for the troopershere will be a great addition to themany talented performers who haveentertained the service members inrecent months.

All Mighty Senators bring-on ‘the funk’

GTMO Queen sails againBy Spc. George Allen

Soldiers from the 303rd MP Co.recently enjoyed an afternoon cruisingaround Guantanamo Bay on theGTMO Queen, the Navy Base's char-ter boat that is operated by MWR."This was our last day where we couldhave everyone together off duty, sowe wanted to have some fun beforeour final stretch," said Spc. ElizabethClaussen, who put together the outing.

The group enjoyed lunch on thewater while doing a lap around the

bay and then took a dip in theturquoise waters. "I enjoyed itimmensely … it was outstanding,"said Spc. Eric Speese.

Unit leadership can reward theirtroopers with a GTMO Queen excur-sion by submitting their names to theJTF Hq. Co. first sergeant. The boatmay also be reserved for fishing trips,touring the bay, or for parties. Youmust bring your own fishing gear,refreshments, and music. For moreinformation, check with your chain ofcommand or call MWR at 4363.

Summary by Sgt. Bob Mitchell

How can you complain if you play golf for a living and still make some $5 million ina season? You can if your name is Tiger Woods. The world's top ranked golfer ended hisworst season ever with a poor showing in the PGA Championship. Tiger did win fourtournaments this year, but no major titles.

The Carolina Panthers will be without the services of linebacker Mark Fields, whohas been diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease. The 30-year-old Fields will miss the entireseason and has already begun chemotherapy.

The man who led the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team to the gold medal was buried Sat-urday in St. Paul, Minn. Herb Brooks coached the team known as "The Miracle on Ice"which defeated the Soviet Union, in one of the greatest upsets in history. Brooks was killedin an automobile accident.

The Instant Replay Rule will be implemented as a pilot program by the Big 10 confer-ence this season. Conference officials say it will be based on the NFL's system of limitedchallenges and will not disrupt play on the field.

The Associated Press pre-season college football poll is out, and Oklahoma is on topfor a record ninth time. The Sooners edged out defending national champ Ohio State forthe number one slot. The remainder of the top 10 includes Miami, Michigan, Texas,Auburn, Kansas State, Southern California, Virginia Tech and Pittsburgh.

Sports Highlights compiled from ESPN.com

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NATIONAL SPORTS

Sports Highlights

By Spc. Mark Leone

The long wait is nearly over. Collegefootball starts up in a couple of weeks. Allfans have a team, which they want to winthe coveted Bowl Championship Series.Some like Miami, Auburn, or defendingchampion Ohio State. Boston College ismy favorite, but they are not yet a BCS cal-iber team.

A couple of fans atGTMO are vocalabout their favorites.Air Force Staff Sgt.Charles E. Criswell ofthe motor poolbelieves Notre Damewill reclaim its repu-tation as the power-house of collegefootball. “NotreDame has a goodrecruiting class and a

great coach in Tyrone Willingham,” saidCriswell, who grew up watching the Fight-ing Irish. “My brothers always would watchtheir games so I would sit in,” he said. “Igrew up a Notre Dame fan and will dieone.”

Spc. NicholasDavis of J-4 Opera-tions roots for “TheMaize and Blue,”because the Michi-gan Wolverines areready to tear uptheir opponents.“Their team isalways exciting towatch and alwayshas good players,plus Lloyd Carr, one of the best coaches inthe NCAA,” said Davis. “The Big Housewill be rockin’ in Ann Arbor when Michi-gan takes home that National Champi-onship. Go Blue!”

Spc. Nicholas Davis,J-4 Operations

Air Force Staff Sgt.Charles E. Criswell,J-4 Maintenance

Head to head ... Which college football team will win this year’snational championship?

By Sgt. Bob Mitchell

Baseball is a funny game thatsomehow lends itself to unusual prac-tices performed by normal people.

Most folks think of superstition asnot walking under a ladder or letting ablack cat cross their path. Merechild’s play compared to big leagueballplayers.

Here is a sample of just how super-stitious major leaguers are. If apitcher is slated to start, chances arethat he will not shave that day. Mostpitchers have been practicing this rit-ual (non-ritual? After all, this is aboutnot shaving) since before my fatherwas born.

Many players refuse to step on thefoul line when coming in from - orgoing out to - the field. Some have totouch first or third base when enteringor exiting the field.

If a pitcher is tossing a no-hitter, itis taboo to talk about it during thegame. Someone on the other teamwill definitely get a hit very soon afterthis breach of baseball etiquette.Never invite a jinx to spoil a no-no.

Behind the scenes in the clubhouse,fans don’t get to see players whoalways put on their left shoe first, orlisten to the same song over and overagain because it helps their hittingstreak. The fans never see the playerswho park in the same spot until theyget into a slump. Then they will finda new parking spot. And for TyCobb’s sake, never change your ritualif you’re on a hot streak. Alwaysrespect the streak.

Wade Boggs, a career .328 hitter,would only eat chicken for pre-gamemeals. He had something like 300recipes.

I must end this column for nowbecause I have to keep it under 300words. No superstition, just respect-ing the streak.

On the MarkSuperstition

Friday, August 22, 2003 Page 11

JTF SPORTS & FITNESS

By Spc. Alan Lee Knesek

It is one of the fastest growing exerciseclasses and it is coming soon to a gym near you.Kickboxing is on its way, beginning September9. Head Fitness Instructor Karissa Sandstromexpects this class to be a big success like manyof the other recent additions to the fitness pro-grams on the island.

“This isn’t your standard aerobics class,”said Sandstrom. She also added that the classwill incorporate punching, kicking, and martialarts movements all done to upbeat and fastpaced music.

The classes will be held at the Marine Hillfitness building from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Tues-day and Thursday.

“People are going to find and really workmuscles they never knew they had,” said Sand-strom. Some of the benefits of the kickboxingclass will be improved cardio-vascular fitness,excellent self-defense training, stress reductionand control, improved strength and muscle tone,and greater confidence, added Sandstrom.

With this new class opening soon, it shouldmake a great addition to the classes availablehere. There have been several requests for aclass like this and as the grand opening comescloser, it seems that kickboxing here will beanother success for MWR.

“Come step your way to HealthyResults”

Class times are 8:30 a.m. to 9:30a.m., Monday, Wednesday, and

Friday.The classes are held at the Marine

Hill Aerobics RoomFor more informtaion call 2193(certified instructors needed)

August 29 & 30 - Labor Day Tennis Tournament:There will be first, second and third place awards for Men’s andWomen’s Divisions. Starts at 6 p.m. on August 29 and 10 a.m.on August 30 at the BEQ Tennis Courts. Sign ups are at the BaseGym and the deadline is August 26 at 4 p.m. There will be ameeting at the Base Gym on August 27 at 2 p.m. for all partici-pants.

August 30 - 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament: There willbe first, second and third place awards for Men’s and Women’sDivisions. The tournament begins at 10 a.m. Sign up deadlineis August 28 at 4 p.m.

August 30 - Labor Day 5K Fun Run: The race starts at6:30 a.m. at the Base Gym. For more information call 2193.

August 30 - Labor Day Coed 1 Pitch SoftballTournament: Starts at 5 p.m. at Cooper Softball Fields #2, #3and #4. Teams must have two women on the field at all times.Rosters are due by August 27 at 4 p.m. For more informationcall 2193.

August 31 - Labor Day 3 on 3 Beach Volleyball CoedTournament: The tournament begins at 1 p.m. at WindmillBeach. For more information all 2193.

September 1 - Xtreme Curtain 9 Pin No Tap BowlingTournament: Starts at 6 p.m. at the Bowling Center. There isa $10 entry fee. Each participant bowls three games. There willbe prizes for the first, second and third place participants. Formore information call Robbie at 2118.

By Spc. Alan Lee Knesek

Grab your giant foam hands, fill up your coolers and get ready for the Captain’sCup Flag Football Season starting August 25. With 12 teams competing for thesought after Captain’s Cup this year, it is not going to be an easy task to claim thenumber one spot and bring home the Cup.

Games will be held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday nights starting at 6p.m. under the lights at Cooper Field. Three games will be played each night andat the end of the season, the top teams will advance into the playoffs. The playoffswill be double elimination and will determine the top three teams. Games cancelleddue to weather will be re-scheduled to the end of the regular season and playoffswill be pushed back accordingly.

The season kicks off Monday, so gather your friends together, cook up some hotwings and fill the cooler with drinks and come watch your favorite team go head tohead for the Captain’s Cup trophy.

“Come join the Pack”45 minutes burns up to 800

caloriesClass times are 6 a.m. to 7

a.m. Tuesday and Thursday.6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday.

Spinning

Flag football fever is taking the field New ‘kick’ on the block

Future JTF/NAVBAS sporting events and tournaments

Step aerobics

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15 Minutes of Fame...Spc. Joshua Wise

303rd MP CoWise studies during deployment ... goes home “wiser”

Interview andphoto bySgt. Dan John-son

Spc. Joshua Wise ofHolland, Mich., joinedthe 303rd MP Co., outof Jackson, Mich., inhopes of getting a legin the door of lawenforcement. SinceWise has beendeployed to JTF Guan-tanamo, he’s takenadvantage of free edu-cation benefits that themilitary offers, andhopes to earn a degreein criminal justice.

Q: What do you do for the JTF?A: I work as a guard on the detentionblocks inside Camp Delta. I help overseethe detainees' overall safety and security.

Q: What do you do for a civilian job?A: I was working in a restaurant, but thenI went to Basic Training and AdvancedIndividual Training (A.I.T.). I was offereda job in public safety at Grand Valley StateUniversity (Michigan), but I found out Iwas being deployed here only seven daysafter I got back from A.I.T.

Q: Why did you join the military?A: Well, I always thought about it, but Ireally made up my mind after September11th. Somebody at home also told me thatI couldn't do it, but I can, and here I am.

Q: What made you decide to become anMP?A: I went to my recruiter and told him thatI was interested in law enforcement, andhe recommended military police to me. SoI figured it would help me learn a littleabout law enforcement and help me get

my foot in the door.

Q: Have you been to college?A: Yes, I finished one semester at GrandValley State University studying criminaljustice. Down here, I've been takingadvantage of educational benefits that arefree, like Defense Activity for Non-Tradi-tional Education Support (DANTES) test-ing through the testing services office. I'veearned credit for three electives (astron-omy, introduction to computing, andhealth) since I've been down here.

Q: Did you ever anticipate being awayfrom home this long as a reservist?A: No, but I'm glad it did. It opened myeyes to the real world and made me growup. I've had a lot of good experienceshere.

Q: What goals have you set for yourselfduring this deployment?A: I've wanted to further my educationany way that I can. I've been doing thatthrough correspondence courses, testingout of civilian college courses here, and

I've also been studyingon Smartforce.com.Some ofs m a r t f o r c e . c o m ' scourses translate intocollege credits, andthey also give you pro-motions points.

Q: What have youlearned about your-self during your timehere?A: I've really learnedthat when somethingneeds to be done, I cando it. I'm much moreconfident now, and Iknow that I can takethe initiative and getthe job done. I'm more

capable than I was.

Q: What will you miss most about beinga part of the JTF?A: In a way, I'll miss the whole thing.After doing this for nine months, it'sbecome part of my routine. I've madesome close friends here that I'm going tomiss because when we get home, we'regoing back to serving together only oneweekend a month.

Q: How has your experience with theJTF changed your life?A: I've learned to be a lot more under-standing, and I can go with the flow more.I've learned not to be too self-centered,because my way is not always the onlyway or the right way. People do things dif-ferently, and I've become more under-standing of that.

Q: What's the first thing you want to dowhen you get home?A: I want to go out to dinner with my fam-ily and friends and get caught up on every-thing that I've missed.

The 303rd MP Company’s Spc. Joshua Wise pauses for a moment while he picks up his final grade forthe astronomy class he took here at the Navy College Learning Center ... for free!