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Honoring Gavin, D-Day A wreath-laying ceremony to honor Lt. Gen. James
Gavin, U.S. Military Academy 1929 graduate, at
his gravestone took place Monday at the West
Point Cemetery. (Top left, bottom left and above)
Larry Lenahan, a member of the 82nd Airborne
Division Association, and Department of History
Capt. Michael Matheny place a wreath at Gavinʼs
gravestone with members of the Military Police
Color Guard and Firing Party also a part of the
ceremony. Gavin is honored annually for leading
the 82nd Airborne Division paratroopers in a combat
assault on D-Day June 6, 1944 in Normandy, France.
During World War II, he was often referred to as “The
Jumping General” because of his practice of taking
part in combat jumps with the paratroopers under
his command. He was the only American general
officer to make four combat jumps in the war. Gavin
was the youngest major general to command an
American division in World War II. Photos by EliZabeth
Woodruff/USMA PAO and Jorge Garcia/PV
2 June 9, 2022 newS & featureS Pointer View
Hurricane season has arrived, prepare for the possibility
By Thomas Slater
DPTMS Plans Force Protection Officer
The peak for the Atlantic hurricane season
is fast approaching, making it imperative to
stay informed on the proper precautions to
take in the event a tropical storm or hurricane
tracks through the West Point community.
The Atlantic hurricane season, which
started June 1, officially spans from June
1 to Nov. 30 each year, with its peak
season traditionally being between August
and October. Areas affected include the
Caribbean, Gulf Coast and Atlantic Coast.
According to the U.S. Army Garrison-
West Point Inclement Weather Plan, West
Point residents are responsible for preparing The Atlantic hurricane season, which started June 1, officially spans from June 1 to Nov. 30 each year, with its peak
their homes for incoming tropical storms season traditionally being between August and October. Courtesy Photos
and hurricanes, making it vital to know the clear has been granted, stay away from means that the “Leave During Adverse
knowledge of what to do in the event of an damaged areas such as downed power lines, Weather” policy is in effect until the stated
emergency. blocked roads and flooded areas. time or all day.
Recommended preparations before a Also ensure there are no hazards in and • “WEST POINT IS CODE RED
hurricane or tropical storm hits include around your immediate area, and secure UNTIL (stated time).” This announcement
bringing large and potentially damaging children and pets until certain there are no means that part of the installation is closed
outside items such as antennas and lawn chairs dangers. until the announced time, and employees,
inside, securing doors and windows, storing If you evacuated from your home and are other than those directed in writing by their
extra water in pots, jugs and disinfected returning, ensure the Public Affairs Office supervisor as “Weather Essential,” should not
bathtubs, and assembling a disaster supply kit and Emergency Operations Center have given report until that time.
with medications, rationed food, important the all clear to return to the installation. • “WEST POINT IS CODE RED ALL
documents and other essential items. Enter your residence with caution, DAY.” This means that only employees in valuable information to all levels of the Army
Identifying public shelters close to home, inspecting for possible damage and wildlife. emergency or Weather Essential positions chain of command, allowing commanders to
work and school and making arrangements Open windows and doors to offer ventilation. should report for work. Employees in make strategic decisions, which facilitate a
for pet care is encouraged as well. The Directorate of Plans, Training, non-emergency or non-Weather Essential return to stability. Employees can update their
It is also recommended to take an Mobilization and Security Office (DPTMS) positions should not report to work until their ADPAAS information at https://adpaas.
inventory of your personal property, including uses multiple mass warning and notification next regularly scheduled workday. army.mil/cas/login?service=https%3A%
video and photographs of the inside and systems to alert the community of potential During adverse weather conditions, 2F%2Fadpaas.army.mil%2F.
outside of your residence and the belongings threats. West Point employees can obtain weather, Be advised damage or safety hazards
therein in the event of damage resulting from The Loud Voice is centrally managed road conditions and operations information caused by hurricanes or tropical storms in
the storm. at DPTMS during daytime hours and the by calling 845-938-7000 or looking for government housing can be reported to the
If an evacuation has not been ordered Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) announcements on the Command Information Directorate of Public Works at 845-938-
for your area or you choose to remain in after hours. Speakers are strategically placed Channel 8 or 23. 2316/2317 or the Military Police at 845-
your residence, ensure nonperishable food throughout the community to warn residents Employees also can go to the Internet 938-3333.
items, bottled water and extra medication are of impending danger. for weather-related information on the West Further information for hurricane
on hand in the event of prolonged utilities We also recommend downloading the Point Garrison website and Facebook page, and tropical storm preparation, as well
outages. FEMA app at https://www.fema.gov/ or listen to area radio stations (e.g., WHUD as resources for other natural disasters
Ensure your vehicles are filled with mobile-app to receive real-time alerts from 100.7 FM) for updated weather notifications. can be found at the Directorate of Plans,
gasoline in case of emergency or evacuation, the National Weather Service for up to five Individual activities (e.g., Band, DCA, ODIA, Training, Mobilization and Security Office
and keep water purification tablets stocked locations nationwide. For West Point specific Ski Slope/Golf Course, West Point Club and — Emergency Management at 621 Wilson
and readily available. information, download the LiveSafe App Thayer Hotel) all have hotline phone numbers Road or call 845-938-7092.
During the storm, shelter in an interior or contact the USAG-WP Force Protection that patrons can call to determine if an event Useful Websites
room, closet or hallway away from windows, Officer, Thomas Slater, at 938-8574 for is impacted by weather. • Army Ready
skylights and outer walls and stay tuned to enrollment into the ALERTS system. U.S. Army Disaster Personnel https://ready.army.mil/.
local radio and television weather reports. The garrison commander may authorize Accountability and Assessment System • National Weather Service
Refrain from venturing outside until given modified work schedules depending on the (ADPAAS) standardizes a method for the https://www.weather.gov/.
the all clear from the military police and fire severity of conditions. The following three Army to account, assess, manage and monitor • West Point Garrison Community
department via Public Address system and basic alerts are used: the recovery process for personnel and their Facebook
other available media. • “WEST POINT IS CODE WHITE families affected and/or scattered by a wide- h t t p s : / / w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m /
After the storm has passed and the all UNTIL (stated time, or, all day).” This spread catastrophic event. ADPAAS provides USAGWestPoint.
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Pointer View IN FOCUS: CADET SUMMER TRAINING/CFT June 9, 2022 3
Cadet Summer Training: Training future leaders
Story and photos by
Spc. Kelvin Johnson Jr.
40th Public Affairs Detachment
The U.S. Military Academy started its
Cadet Summer Training at Camp Buckner and
Camp Natural Bridge in late May.
Cadet Summer Training consists of a
variety of training events to educate, train
and inspire future leaders with the help of
Task Force Leader, which is the 1st Battalion,
187th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat
Team “Rakkasans,” 101st Airborne Division
(Air Assault) from Fort Campbell, Kentucky,
that started in May and goes through August.
Training that falls under CST includes
Cadet Basic Training, Cadet Field Training
and Cadet Leader Development Training. Each
training has a significant role that leads cadets
toward being a part of the “Long Gray Line.”
Cadet Field Training Command Sgt. Maj.
Corrigan Railey, a rising firstie at USMA,
says that summer training is key to creating
character for future leaders.
“It all starts with CBT, also known as
‘Beast,’” Railey said. U.S. Military Academy cadets check in for their Cadet Field Training May 29 at Camp Buckner. The purpose of CFT is
This training is about 1,200 high school to develop, train, test and validate specific tasks; prepare third-class cadets to assume duties as NCOs in the Corps
graduates and prior-service Soldiers entrance of Cadets; instill the warrior ethos in each cadet; and inspire each cadet to professional excellence through physically
to West Point. From the beginning of Reception and mentally demanding training.
Day, it is a six-week training consisting of qualifications, Night Vision familiarization and and retained all the knowledge that we had Railey agreed with Tinsleyʼs assessment,
academic briefs and rigorous testing to prepare more. given them,” said Sgt. Michael Tinsley, an which allows cadets to grow in their skills as
the new cadets on the West Point culture. Railey states the completion of CFT will Infantry Team Leader with 1-187. “They are future officers.
The new cadets then develop their basic allow the cadets to become Yearlings and our future leaders. The tactics we are teaching “You are not with the people you are
Soldier tasks. They learn basic marksmanship, leaders in the fall. The following summer them they can take and communicate with usually with during the school year,” Railey
land navigation, patrol bases and other cadets will also begin their CLDT. non-commissioned officers to make the future said. “They take you out of your comfort zone
additional skills during Beast. Cadet Leader Development Training is a fight easier.” and push you to new heights. Like making new
Cadets, once they complete CBT, begin culminating event of all the summer trainings. This training does not just teach cadets friends, becoming a leader and rappelling out
their academic school year as Plebes. It is 20 days of training, broken down into how to be leaders, it also teaches them how to of a helicopter.”
“After cadets finish their freshman 10 days of preparation and 10 days of field work as a team. Cadets are pushing themselves to be the
academic year, they go into CFT,” Railey said. training exercise, or FTX. The FTX will consist “We teach these cadets, then allow them best they can be.
Cadet Field Training is where the third- of ambushes, raids, defenses and more at the to conduct a training mission on their own,” “The morale is good out here,” Tinsley
year cadets, “Yearlings,” refresh on what they platoon level. Tinsley said. “It gives them the opportunity said. “They are eager to learn and push
learned during Beast. They also complete With multiple trainings taking place, the to trust what they have learned and trust one themselves to be better, to be great leaders in
their Basic Officer Leader Course (BOLC) A Rakkasans came to West Point to help train another to communicate and work as a team.” the future.”
requirements. these future leaders and give them the personal
Cadets will complete a Water Confidence experience needed toward becoming officers.
Course, Marne Obstacle Course, marksmanship “I’m hoping the (cadets) came out here
Cadets arrive at Cadet Field Training May 29 at Camp Buckner. CFT is a three-
to-four-week program of instruction that emphasizes general military skills,
A U.S. Military Academy cadet carries his duffel bag as he prepares for the individual preparedness training, preparations for extended field operations,
upcoming Cadet Field Training May 29 at Camp Buckner. and leading, participating in and conducting small-unit tactical operations.
POINT 4 June 9, 2022 IN FOCUS: HONORING LAFAYETTEʼS VISIT Pointer View Lafayette’s visit to West Point honored with historical marker What better way to mark the anniversary of the D-Day landings at Normandy than by reflecting on the origins of the Franco-American alliance? Jérémie Robert (above right), consul general of France in New York, helped unveil a new historical marker (above) commemorating the 1824 and 1825 visits to West Point of Maj. Gen. Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, a hero of the American Revolution. Col. Bryan Gibby (above left), Department of History head, led the ceremony and his history department colleague, Rob McDonald, provided details of festivities to welcome Lafayette, whose visits were part of a tour of all 24 U.S. states at the time. Denise VanBuren and Patrice Birner, president general and N.Y. state regent of the Daughters of the American Revolution, respectively, placed a wreath by the marker, which is the 73rd of a projected 150 that will dot the eastern half of the U.S. in advance of the bicentennial of Lafayette’s tour. The markers result from the efforts of Julien Icher (bottom left), founder and president of The Lafayette Trail project, who also spoke at the event. The ceremony concluded with a moment of silence in memory of D-Day and the West Point Band’s (bottom right) rendition of George M. Cohan’s 1917 song, “Over There.” Photos by Christopher Hennen/USMA PAO
POINT Pointer View ICYMI: MEMORIAL DAY WREATH LAYING June 9, 2022 5 West Point honors those who gave the ultimate sacrifice Col. Evangeline Rosel (left), the West Point Garrison Commander, Lt. Col. Donald Williamson (right), the West Point Garrison Chaplain, and Spc. Dylan Bocash, member of the West Point Military Police Company, presented a wreath in front of Battle Monument during the Memorial Day Observance May 30 at Trophy Point. Photos by Sgt. 1st Class Luisito Brooks/USMA PAO NCOIC Members of the West Point Band march toward a performance during a Memorial Day Members of the West Point Military Police Companyʼs Honor Guard Observance May 30 at Trophy Point on West Point. fire a 21-gun salute during a Memorial Day Observance on May 30.
6 June 9, 2022 Pointer View
New hours at West Point Commissary
Attend law school at government expense
through the funded legal education program
The Office of The Judge Advocate General This program is open to regular Army
will be accepting applications for the Army’s captains, lieutenants, sergeants first class,
Funded Legal Education Program (FLEP) staff sergeants and sergeants. Commissioned
starting in August. Under this program, the officer applicants must have at least two,
Army projects sending up to 25 active duty but not more than six, total years of active
commissioned officers and noncommissioned federal service when law school begins. NCO
officers to civilian law school at government applicants must have at least four, but not
expense. more than eight, total years of active federal
Selected officers and NCOs will attend service when law school begins.
law school beginning in fall 2023 and remain Applicants must also hold a bachelor’s
on active duty while attending law school. degree from an accredited college or
We are seeking exceptional leaders with the university. Eligibility is governed by statute
confidence, humility and character needed to (10 U.S.C. 2004) and non-waivable.
provide principled counsel and premier legal Applicants must interview with the Staff
support to the best clients in the world. Judge Advocate, U.S. Military Academy.
Interested officers and NCOs should All interviews will be scheduled through the
review Army MILPER Message 22-076 and Deputy Staff Judge Advocate at 845-938-
Chapter 10, AR 27-1 (The Judge Advocate 3205.
General’s Funded Legal Education Program) For more information about the FLEP,
to determine their eligibility. contact the Deputy Staff Judge Advocate.
POINT Pointer View IN FOCUS: WPMS SPEECH CONTEST June 9, 2022 7 West Point Middle School awards Speech Contest finalists Congratulations to the finalists of the seventh annual West Point Middle School Speech Contest. This yearʼs topic was, “The Power of Wordsˮ and included the following quote from Dr. Mardy Grothe as inspiration: “Words have incredible power. They can make peopleʼs hearts soar, or they can make peopleʼs hearts sore.ˮ First place was awarded to Ellie Posner (front row center), Milo Kyle (front row left) earned second place and Abigail Weld (front row right) received third place. Other finalists were (middle row from left to right) Ines Nunez, Grace Harrity and Isabella Anasagasty. Judges this year included Col. Evangeline Rosel (top row middle), West Point Garrison Commander; Jocelyn Cody (top row second from right), West Point Spousesʼ Club 2022-23 president; and Adam DiBenedetto (Top row far right), James I. OʼNeill teacher and football coach. Chad Haley (top row second from left), a JIO sophomore, served as the speech contestʼs coordinator and worked hand-in-hand with Kerri Hajjar (top row far left), a WPMS teacher, to ensure a successful competition. Photo courtesy of Chad Haley
8 June 9, 2022 Pointer View
Cat fun facts from WPES student
By Nora Pfaff is probably a lot you don’t know about them! It’s one of the catsʼ key anatomical adaptions Did you know that, according to studies,
Fifth grader at West Point Elementary For example, you probably know that cats that separates them from other mammals. An cats can fall about 200 feet and suffer little to
School always land on their feet, but do you know anatomical adaption is the physical feature of no injury? Humans can only fall about 25 feet
why? Cats land on their feet because they have a living thing. without getting hurt!
Do you have a furry friend at home? something called a righting reflex. A righting Did you know that cats’ whiskers have over More Fun Facts
Even if you don’t, you might find these facts reflex is a complex motor function that your 200 nerve cells in each one. Humans only have • Cats have 18 toes in total.
informative. Some of you may think that cats brain performs when you fall. 50-150 sensory neurons in each taste bud. • Cats have whiskers on the backs of their
are annoying or vicious, but character varies For cats, this reflex is performed by Additionally, cats can turn their ears 180 legs.
from cat to cat. I don’t blame you if you donʼt twisting midair and allowing them to land on degrees; that’s the same as a human neck! They • A cat’s collar bone doesn’t connect to
like them but read on if you are interested. their feet! can hear five times better than humans, which any other bones.
Cats are fascinating creatures and there Cat’s whiskers are also very noticeable. means they must hear everything! • A group of cats is called a clowder.
Did you know that cats can fall about 200 feet and suffer little to no injury? Learn more about cats in the article above from West Point Elementary School fifth
grader Nora Pfaff. Photo provided by Rachel Pfaff
Pointer View Community/Keller/MWR June 9, 2022 9
COMMUNITY FEATURED ITEMS
Mine Torne Road closures For details, email Kim Heyman at kheyman@
Cadet Summer Training is ongoing and jjay.cuny.edu.
will continue throughout the summer. • Long Island University — master’s
Due to training on Range 2 (artillery) degrees in school counseling, mental health
and Range 12 (demolition), Mine Torne counseling, marriage and family counseling
Road will be closed on certain days through — call Mary Beth Leggett at 845-446-3818
July 29. or email marybeth.leggett@liu.edu.
Here are the initial dates Mine Torne AEC — Testing Office
Road will be closed from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. The Army Education Center at West Point
each day below: offers the following Army Personnel Tests
• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, (APT) — AFCT, DLAB, DLPT and SIFT. We
June 17, 18, 26 and 27.. also offer the TABE and GT Predictor.
• July 6-14 and 18-29. Testing is offered by appointment only.
To make an appointment, call 845-938-
West Point Community Gymnastics 3360 or email Janet Browne at janet.p.browne.
Club Day Camp ctr@mail.mil or Melissa Siry at melissa.e.siry.
The West Point Community Gymnastics ctr@mail.mil.
Club is offering a day camp from 9 a.m.-4 The AEC is also an Authorized Pearson
p.m. starting June 27 through July 1. VUE Testing Site, open on a space available
For any questions, call Carmine Giglio basis to Soldiers, civilian personnel, military
at 845-938-2880. contractors and family members who hold a
For more details, visit government ID card.
https://sites.google.com/view/
westpointcgcsummercamp/home. Fatherʼs Day Sweepstakes at the
Use the QR Code below to get more Exchange
information or to register. The Army & Air Force Exchange Service
and Mars are celebrating dads with a chance to
win a big-screen TV just in time for Father’s
Day. Through today, authorized shoppers 18
years and older can enter to win one of three
$1,500 Exchange gift cards that can be used
to purchase a big-screen TV at their local
Exchange or on ShopMyExchange.com.
For rules and to enter, shoppers,
including honorably discharged veterans
and DOD civilians and retirees, can visit
ShopMyExchange.com/sweepstakes.
Winners will be selected on or about Saturday.
Discover ʽOceans of Possibilitiesʼ at
the Cornwall Public Library
The Cornwall Public Library’s 2022
Summer Reading Program, “Oceans of
Possibilities,” officially begins on June 21.
Celebrate the beginning of summer and
of the Summer Reading Program with its
kickoff event “Sidewalk Chalk — Drawing
West Point Bass Club Seascapes” at 6 p.m. June 21.
The West Point Bass Club is now accepting The library provides the sidewalk and
new members. chalk; you provide the artistic imagination.
The bass club shares angling knowledge, Staff will be available to help patrons —
conducts tournaments, promotes sustainable children and adults — register for the
fishing and performs community service in Summer Reading Program. This is a drop-in
support of the West Point Outdoor Recreation. event for all ages.
Membership is open to military, DOD The library is also hosting a special teen
civilians, veterans of the Armed Forces and kickoff event for Grades 6-12, “A Party
their dependents. 2 Dye 4” at 3:30 p.m. June 29. Teens are
For more information, contact invited to bring their friends and a T-shirt
Todd Messitt at toddmess@aol.com or to tie-dye, and sign up for summer reading
go to https://pbwimmer.wixsite.com/ in the process.
bassclubatwestpoint. The Summer Reading Program features
reading logs and game boards with at-
Army Education and Workshops home challenges that are tons of fun and
The Army Education Center’s college will provide a great way to exercise your
courses are offered through the Army reading muscles and stretch your creative
Education Center at West Point, located at powers.
683 Buckner Loop. More information is available at the
Graduate studies library, and can also be found on the
• John Jay College of Criminal Justice library’s website at cornwallpubliclibrary.
— master’s degree in public administration. org or call us at 845-534-8282.
POINT
10 June 9, 2022 IN FOCUS: KELLER CORNER UPDATES Pointer View
Keller Corner: Weekly updates, COVID-19 info
Keller Corner
Keller’s outpatient pharmacy pick-up Lt. Col. Brandi Hicks, chief, Department of Radiology, Keller
windows. Army Community Hospital, said. “Patients will experience
Drug information and patient a more comfortable examination with reliable and quick
counseling is provided on new and results.”
refilled prescriptions for all eligible The Mammomat Revelation utilizes a unique 50-degree,
beneficiaries. Pharmacy hours are: digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), which provides ‘three-
For a one-stop shop of all updated coronavirus o Monday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; dimensional-like’ capabilities.
information, Keller Army Community Hospital o Tuesday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; This will improve cancer detection and help to decrease
o Wednesday: 8 a.m.-5 our call backs for additional images.
notifications, how to stop the spread of COVID-19,
p.m.; More information on the new equipment can be
federal/state/local guidance and the U.S. Military
o Thursday: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; found at https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us/
Academy and Army Garrison West Point 3 p.m.-5 p.m.;
mammography/digital-mammography/mammomat-
webpages, visit https://kach.amedd.army.mil/ o Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. revelation.
West-Point-COVID-19-INFO/. • Patients can pick up their refills Lt. Col. Neil McMullin, deputy commander for Clinical
at Keller’s ScriptCenter prescription Services, Keller Army Community Hospital, highlighted
KACH COVID-19 vaccine clinic open on Fridays only pick-up kiosk in the main lobby. The ScriptCenter kiosk will the importance of having mammography services at Keller.
The Keller Army Community Hospital has updated the provide a locker for secure and safe pickup of refill prescriptions, “Mammography is crucial to early diagnosis of breast
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic hours (for first, second or third/ and will allow for pharmaceutical pickup after the pharmacy has cancer. One of the most important factors that impacts breast
booster; for adults and pediatrics) to Fridays only. The updated closed. A full feature on the ScriptCenter kiosk at KACH can be cancer survival is early detection,” McMullin said. “Keller
schedule is: found at https://www.army.mil/article/250422. is ready to offer easy access to this essential service to our
• From 10-11:30 a.m. Friday for the adult population (ages • Patients can receive their prescriptions through the nearly 13,000 beneficiaries.”
12 years and older). convenience of ‘home delivery.’ Registering for home delivery The American Cancer Society says:
Appointments can be made on the COVAX Appointment Tool can be done online at https://militaryrx.express-scripts.com/ • Women ages 40 to 44 should have the choice to start
at https://informatics-stage.health.mil/COVAX/. home-delivery, by phone at 1-877-363-1303, or by asking annual breast cancer screening with mammograms if they
• From noon-2 p.m. Friday for pediatric population (ages your doctor or pharmacist to transfer your prescription to home wish to do so.
5-11 years old). delivery. • Women ages 45 to 54 should get mammograms every
For appointments, call the Keller Appointment Line (845- More information on the Keller Pharmacy information can be year.
938-7992 or 800-552-2907, from 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) to schedule found at https://keller.tricare.mil/Health-Services/Pharmacy. • Women ages 55 and older should switch to mammograms
a vaccination time. every two years, or can continue yearly screening.
The West Point COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic is located on the K A C H r e c e i v e s n e w ‘ 3 - D ’ - l i k e m a m m o g r a m • Screening should continue as long as a woman is in
first floor in Keller Army Community Hospital, in Room 1C20, equipment good health and is expected to live 10 more years or longer.
between the pharmacy and the entrance into the Allgood Clinic. Keller Army Community Hospital continues to improve • All women should communicate with their primary care
its mammography equipment with the installation of the physician to be familiar with the known benefits, limitations
KACH provides options for your Pharmacy needs “Mammomat Revelation” with 50-degree wide-angle and potential harms linked to breast cancer screening.
The Keller Army Community Hospital Pharmacy provides tomosynthesis. Mammogram screenings can be scheduled through the
options to meet your pharmaceutical needs. “The new technology will allow radiologists and breast Keller Radiology Department at 845-938-2714, between 8
• Patients can pick up their prescriptions (and refills) at care professionals to work more efficiently than ever before,” a.m.-3 p.m., Monday through Friday.
“MWR CALENDAR,” cont’d from Page 11
1 p.m. Wednesdays and 3-5 p.m. Sundays through June 29 at Place your order by 2 p.m. that day and specify a pick up The MWR custom framing experts at Arts and Crafts can
Clinton Courts by Daly Field. time between 4–5:30 p.m. and pick up your meal at the WPC’s turn any achievement into a timeless work of art. Choose from
It is open to active duty personnel, DOD civilians, retired Benny Havens Lounge. Servings for four or six are available over 500 quality moldings, 450 acid-free mats and opt for UV-
personnel and West Point community family members. To sign- for a nominal fee. Protective glass to prevent fading.
up, call MWR Intramural Sports Office at 845-938-3066. For pricing and menu items, visit thewestpointclub.com or They also offer engraving for any special occasion. Give them
call 845-446-5506/5504. a call for any special engraving items you may have. Their easy
Child and Youth Services Youth Center Open Gym at and quick pricing allows you to design to your budget.
the Youth Center Morgan Farm Stable and Kennel for Horse Boarding, For more details, call 845-938-4812.
The Child and Youth Services Youth Center is offering an Riding Lessons and Pet Kenneling
open gym that will run noon-4 p.m. Monday through Friday Morgan Farm Stable and Kennel is located at 206 Morgan Range Fee Punch Passes on sale
from Monday through Aug.19 at the Youth Center. Farm Road in Highland Falls (behind O’Neill High School). It Range fee punch passes are now available for purchase at
It is open to youth in grades 6-8. For more details, call 845- offers horse boarding, riding lessons and pet kenneling at an the Tronsrue Marksmanship Center (665 Tower Road) during
938-8896/8525. affordable price. normal business operation hours.
For more details, call 845-938-3926 or visit westpoint. Two different range fee passes are available in six punches
Functional Fitness Classes with Anthony armymwr.com. and 12 punches for cadets and E1-E5 for a nominal fee and six
New functional fitness classes with Anthony will be held at punches and 12 punches for all other eligible patrons at a nominal
6-7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the MWR Fitness Center. (NEW) CYS Youth Fall Recreational Sports fee. For more details, call 845-938-1700 or visit westpoint.
The classes help prepare your body for real-life movement The Child and Youth Services Youth Fall Recreational Sports armymwr.com.
and activities. Train your muscles to work in unison. Simulate season will run from Aug. 29 through Oct. 27. Sport offerings
common movements you would do at home, work or in sports. include soccer, volleyball, flag football, running club and Intro Kayak Trip to Constitution Island
Register at the MWR Fitness Center. For more details, call to Golf. The Army Outdoor Recreation invites you to join it for a fun
845-938-6490. Times, locations and prices vary depending on sport and age and educational two-mile kayak adventure to Constitution Island.
group. Additional information is available online at westpointcys. Come explore this historic landmark where the Great Chain
Dinner-To-Go Menu Items at the West Point Club com. Registration opens July 11 for Military/DOD civilians (Aug. was once attached. This event will take place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
The West Point Club has a few new menu items that includes 1 for all others), and runs through Aug.12. June 18, and will start off from the South Dock Boat Launch.
chicken noodle soup, pasta primavera, salmon with dill butter, To register, or if you have questions, call the Youth Sports Please bring a bagged lunch. It is open to eligible users ages
rack of barbeque ribs, macaroni and cheese and individual cheese Office at 845-938-4458/1362. 10 and over. Minimal cost per person. Max of 15 people.
cakes. The West Point Club’s Dinner-To-Go is available Monday Pre-registration is required. Contact ODR at 845-938-0123
through Friday. Framing and engraving with West Point Arts and Crafts for more details.POINT
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West Point Departments Team Building Activity
Step out of your comfort zone, boost morale, get to know your colleagues on a new level and
have fun. The West Point Departments team building activities will take place through August at
MWR events/offerings
the Tronsrue Marksmanship Center.
There is a nominal cost for the activities, which includes basic pistol instructions, firearm
rental, targets, range time, 50 rounds of ammo and ear/eye protection. There is a minimum of six
people, maximum of 12 people during a duration of two hours.
Must be 16 or older to participate. Pre-registration is required and no experience necessary.
FEATURED EVENT Open to groups and departments, and must be associated with USMA. To register, call 845-
938-1700.
Utah (non-resident) Concealed Permit Course
The Utah (non-resident) concealed permit course is a non-live fire class and will be held MWR swimming open for the 2022 Summer Swim Season
from 1-5:30 p.m. Saturday at the Buffalo Soldier Pavilion, located at 628 Hodges Place. Long Pond, Round Pond and Lake Frederick are open for the season, and will be open on
No firearms or permits are needed. This permit allows non-residents to carry a concealed weekends through June 19. After June 19, days and hours will vary.
handgun in 35 states (unfortunately, New York does not recognize the Utah permit). This is Visit westpoint.armymwr.com for details and pricing. For more details, call 845-938-7060.
the ideal permit to have if you travel to different states. This class includes your passport style
photo, finger prints, application, mailing envelope and address labels. All you have to do is West Point Community Adult
send it off in the mail. Intramural Summer Softball
There is a nominal fee for this class. Please bring a blank check to this class when attending League
to pay for the application fee, which is currently at $63.25. The MWR Intramural Sports
To register, visit westpoint.armymwr.com, visit the center or call 845-938-1700. Office is offering a Community
Adult Intramural Softball League
with games played Mondays and
MWR ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesdays only through Aug. 10
at the H-Lot Softball Fields.
Lunch Program at The West Point Club It is open to active duty personnel,
The West Point Club invites you to stop by from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. daily for its Lunch Program. DOD civilians, retired personnel
Pick up classic staples at Bistro 603 like salads, sandwiches and desserts, plus daily carving and West Point community family
board selections — or take advantage of the new and expanded “Buffet Bonanzaˮ (dine-in only), members.
featuring Taco Tuesdays, Wing Wednesdays and rotating international favorites on Mondays, To sign-up, call MWR Intramural
Thursdays and Fridays. Sports Office at 845-938-3066.
The Buffet Bonanza includes the chefʼs choice of dessert and an iced tea. For more details,
visit thewestpointclub.com or call 845-938-5120. West Point Community Adult
Intramural Golf League
FAP Presents Wee-Play and Wee-Read Programs The MWR Intramural Sports
Wee-Play is an open play group designed for your little one to learn, play, make new friends Office is offering a Community Adult
and develop their social, cognitive and motor skills. Wee-Play takes place Tuesdays from 8:30-10 Intramural Golf League with games
a.m. bi-weekly on June 21. to be played from 4 p.m. until dusk
Wee-Read is a fun-filled story time including activities that promote speech development and Tuesdays at the West Point Golf
learning. Wee-Read takes place Wednesdays from 9-10 a.m. bi-weekly on June 22. Both programs Course through Aug. 9. Course fees
take place at the Youth Center Gym in Building 500. apply, but it’s free to join the golf
It is open to all active duty personnel and DOD civilians with children ages 4 and under. league.
Registration is required. It is open to active duty personnel,
To register, call 845-938-0633. For more details, visit westpoint.armymwr.com. DOD civilians, retired personnel
and West Point community family
Child and Youth Services is hiring members.
Looking for new job opportunities? West Point Child and Youth Services is now hiring Child To sign-up, call MWR Intramural
and Youth Program assistants for full-time, part-time and flex positions at Stony Child Development Sports Office at 845-938-3066.
Center, the Lee Area School Age Center and the Youth Center.
Salary ranges from $16.09-$19.20 per hour, plus all newly hired employees (e.g. — first time (NEW) CYS See the Point
hires or former employees returning after at least one year away) will receive a $500 recruitment Child and Youth Services is offering its annual “See the Point!ˮ tour for all incoming sixth-
bonus upon appointment. eighth graders who are new to West Point during July and August.
Apply by visiting the CYS page on usajobs.gov, or by scanning the QR code on their hiring Highlights of this free tour include bowling at the West Point Bowling Center, meeting the
flyer. For more details, visit the CYS hiring page at westpoint.armymwr.com. Army Mules at Morgan Farm, paintball at Outdoor Recreation, and more. Tours will take place on
July 21, 28, Aug. 4 and Aug 11, starting and ending at the MST (500 Washington Road).
Yoga at Trophy Point You must register at least 48 hours before your tour of choice. To register, call Parent & Outreach
The summer yoga classes at Trophy Point will be held from 9-10 a.m. on Saturdays for a Services at 845-938-4458/1362/3969. For more details, call 845-938-2092.
nominal fee. Class dates are June 18 and 25, July 9 and 23, Aug. 6 and 20 and Sept. 10.
Pre-registration is online at westpoint.armymwr.com. The class is limited to 20 participants. (NEW) Kids Bowl Free
Bring your own yoga mat. Participants must bring a group fitness coupon (available at the MWR The West Point Bowling Center is a participant of the Kids Bowl Free Program. Now through
Fitness Center) or exact change. Coupons can be purchased online or at the fitness center. Aug. 31, kids ages 2-15 get two free bowling games every program day.
For more details, call 845-938-6490. To receive the game coupons (via email on every program day), you must first register for the
offer online at kidsbowlfree.com/Army. For more details, call the West Point Bowling Center at
Bull Pond Reservations 845-938-2140 or visit westpont.armymwr.com.
Bull Pond reservations are now open to all eligible DOD personnel. Reservations are available
on a first come, first served basis by calling 845-938-2649. West Point Community Outdoor Pickleball Open Play
Questions can be emailed to daniel.b.eichner.naf@army.mil. For a listing of available dates, Games for the West Point Community Outdoor Pickleball Open Play will take place noon-
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Army West Point summer sports camps return for 2022
For the first time in two years, the Army West Point Athletics Association will be hosting youth sports camps this summer. Camps will begin in June and
run through August, with both overnight and commuter options available. Various teams from the Office of the Directorate of Intercollegiate Athletics
(ODIA) will hold camps, including baseball, menʼs basketball, womenʼs basketball, football, hockey, menʼs lacrosse, womenʼs lacrosse, rabble rousers,
menʼs rugby, womenʼs rugby, menʼs soccer, womenʼs soccer, softball, track and field/cross country, volleyball and wrestling. Further information and
registration links can be found at armysportscamps.com. See page 9 for gymnastics day camp details. Photo by Army Athletic Communications
Mikoud qualifies for women’s track and field NCAA Championships
By Derick Thornton Mikoud set the records on her first Running in the fifth heat, Tovkach
Army Athletic Communications attempt which landed 66.64 meters. had the fastest split (1:00:31) while
It was three meters further than her leading at the halfway point.
Emily Mikoud set the program and previous personal record. Her final However, she finished fourth with
service academy record in the hammer throw (64.63 meters) would have also a time of 2:06.07 to miss out on the
throw en route to qualifying for the 2022 been a personal record. top three in the heat, which advanced
NCAA Championships on May 26 in Mikoud finished in sixth place to automatically to the final.
Blooington, Indiana. qualify for the NCAA Championships Overall, she finished in 26th place,
in Eugene, Oregon; she will compete which was two spots and .06 seconds
Meet Summary today at the NCAAs. behind the final qualifying spot.
Mikoud (hammer), Brooke Stratman Mikoud is the first Black Knight to
(javelin), Anna Tovkach (800 meters), qualify since 1998 (Heather Lawson). Shot Put
Emily Fink (shot put, hammer), Abigail Emily Fink finished in 22nd with a Fink capped her freshman campaign
Green (hammer) competed. 59.98-meter toss. in the shot put, finishing 41st (14.80
The top 12 in the final of each event Abigail Green placed 26th (58.89m). meters). Senior Emily Mikoud set the program and service
qualified for the NCAA Championships academy record in the hammer throw en route to
in Eugene, Oregon. 800 meters Javelin Throw qualifying for the 2022 NCAA Championships on May
Tovkach narrowly missed out on Stratman placed 27th after her 26 in Blooington, Ind.
Hammer Throw qualifying for the final round. second throw (45.97 meters). Photo provided by Army Athletic Communications14 June 9, 2022 Pointer View
Seniors Jamir Gibson (left) and Justin Young (right) both qualified for the 2022 NCAA Championships in their respective events on the final day of the
menʼs portion of the NCAA East Regional Preliminaries on May 27in Bloomington, Ind. Photos provided by Army Athletic Communications
Gibson, Young secure spots at the NCAA Championships
By Derick Thornton Mike Renard in 2019. back in August and we will get to watch him record at Army taking down the 51.00 run by
Army Athletic Communications “Watching Jamir in warm ups I was a little compete one more time against some of the Ivory Carson in 1976. Justin had been second
concerned because he kept releasing the discus best in the world.ˮ best at Army for four years; a statistic that
Jamir Gibson (discus throw) and Justin down the right sector and fouling the throws. “In 1952, Ed White of Army ran the burned him if it was mentioned. Now he is the
Young (400-meter hurdles) both qualified But those were only warm ups and when the 400 intermediate hurdles at the NCAA best ever.
for the 2022 NCAA Championships in their time came to throw for real he took care of championships. He was the first Black Knight “All of this almost didnʼt happen. Justin
respective events on the final day of the business on throw number one. to contest that event at an NCAA meet and in the almost didnʼt make it to this meet. He was
menʼs portion of the NCAA East Regional “It wasnʼt the best throw of his career, it ensuing 70 years no Army athlete has qualified 50th on the list going into declarations with
Preliminaries on May 27 in Bloomington, wasnʼt the best throw of his season. But it was in that event for the NCAA championships. his seasonal best 52.10 and we were not sure
Indiana. a good throw. There was a tailwind that was Until today. he would make it. But there were four scratches
The top 12 in the final of each event knocking the discus down and all of the guys “Justin Young ran the race of his life today. and he slipped in. Ranked 46 going into the
qualified for the NCAA Championships in were struggling to match their seasonal bests. When I recruited Justin, I knew we were getting meet and number 10 on the way out. Not a bad
Eugene, Oregon. That first attempt put him in third. an elite athlete. He was one of the best hurdlers outcome for the newly-commissioned second
Gibson bounced back after not scoring in “There were 16 guys in his flight so we in the country and when you beat out the Big lieutenant from Abilene, Texas.
the shot put on Wednesday with a discus throw knew that anything could happen but his mark 12 and SEC schools to get a kid you can be “That makes three individual qualifiers for
that landed him ninth overall. His 56.20-meter kept holding up and eventually there he was pretty certain that you are recruiting the right Army to the 2022 NCAA Championships. To be
toss on his first attempt was all he needed to sitting ninth with only a couple of throws left. pedigree. It takes a lot more than physical tools clear, there are many teams and programs that
qualify for the NCAA Championships. He was the ninth ranked man coming in and to succeed at this level because everybody at regularly qualify to the NCAA meet.
Young advanced to the final round of the that is where he finished. this meet is good. “But for us this is a long time coming.
400-meter hurdles after placing fourth in his “I have lauded his accomplishments all “What Justin has that separates him from The last time we qualified three to the NCAA
heat and 16th overall with a then-personal-best year as he has rewritten our record books in the almost everyone else is a nasty competitive outdoor meet was 1997. It isnʼt an easy thing
time of 51.24 on May 25. throws. But today it was only about the discus. streak that is scary if you donʼt know what you to do.
Young set a personal-record time on May It is his favorite event. It is his best event, and it are seeing. He is blinded by competition and “As I have said before, the NCAA outdoor
27, running the 400-meter hurdles in 50.90 to brings a level of violence that might intimidate able to focus singularly on a goal or objective meet is the third best meet in the world in most
place 10th overall to claim a spot in the NCAA the uninitiated. Some men can overpower the in a way that seems criminal in its intent. years behind only the World Championships/
Championships. implement with brute strength. “He knew he needed to run a lifetime best Olympic games and the USA Championships.
“Most discus men are built like NFL tight to advance to the NCAA meet. He was seeded “So getting to the meet is an accomplishment
Coachʼs Corner ends. They are tall (6ʼ 5ˮ - 6ʼ8ˮ), they have long 7th of 8 based on personal bests in the first heat in itself. Now the task becomes, ‘can we score
“I am really proud of what we did today. levers and they easily weigh 260-290 pounds. of three. He blasted through hurdles 1,2,3,4 and points at the meet?’ The top 8 in Eugene
We only had two competitors in the meet today “Jamir is 6ʼ 255 pounds, so what he lacks held the lead into hurdle 5. will score team points and we will have two
and the results they achieved were historic for in size he makes up for in athleticism. He can “He was pretty clean to that point and then opportunities on the menʼs side and one on the
our program. easily dunk a basketball and he has cat-like had a bit of a stutter at hurdle 7 but was able to womenʼs side.ˮ — Mike Smith
“If there was a sure thing this week it was reflexes. maintain his rhythm going into the final 100.
Jamir Gibson in the discus and on his first throw “In the ring he is explosive and is a great He faded only slightly going to the line and the Up Next
he became only the fourth discus thrower from technician. He was easily the smallest man in result (50.90) was good enough for 5th in his Young and Gibson will head to Eugene,
Army to ever advance to the NCAA Outdoor the final flight of 16 but he came up large on heat and held up to be 10th overall and secure Oregon to compete in the NCAA Championships.
Track and Field Championship joining Larry the scoreboard and that is all that mattered him a spot in the NCAA final. Young ran on Wednesday and Gibson will
Hart in 1968, Travis Pendleton in 2002 and today. Today, he did what he set out to do way “His time today broke the oldest school compete in the discus today.SPortS
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duty, Honor, Country
Senior left fielder Nick Manesis (left) hussles to grab a fly ball during Army
West Point baseballʼs 9-8 loss to Kennesaw State Saturday at the Hattiesburg
Regional in Hattiesburg, Miss. Sophomore Sean Dennehy (above) was tabbed
with the loss after giving up three runs in a 1.1 innings of work.
Photos by Joe Harper/BigGold Photography
Baseball finishes season at NCAA Regionals
By Mackenzie Collyer Kennesaw answered in the bottom of the third Hassan finding a hole up the middle to score two back and did a good job.ˮ
Army Athletic Communications with Josh Hatcher hitting a homerun and then runs to make it 9-7. Army added one in the top
the Owls scored on a groundout for the 2-1 lead of the eighth with Dubrule grounding out for a Cadetʼs Corner
The Army West Point baseball team fought after three. fielderʼs choice, scoring Carter Macias. Right fielder Carter Masias
until the very end of the Hattiesburg NCAA Cam Cerruto gave Army the advantage On Regional Experience
Regional, but came up short against Kennesaw again with a one-out double to center field with Coaches Corner “These regionals are one of the best
State, 9-8, on Saturday afternoon at Pete Taylor the bases loaded, plating Nick Manesis and Ruta “Iʼm proud of our guys. This is our fourth experiences of playing baseball and going
Park in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. to make it 3-2 Black Knights. consecutive year being in a regional. Weʼre through West Point. We live to go to these
Army (31-25) finishes its season with a Macias continued the momentum with a still trying to figure out a way to get over the regionals and want to win games. We want to
fourth-straight visit to an NCAA Regional and two-run single through the right side to push the hump and win a few games in this thing. Proud get to a super one day.
won the Patriot League Championship for the lead to 5-2. Cerruto and Ross Friedrick scored of our guys. “These regionals are crazy for us because
fourth time in a row. on the single. “Itʼs a lot of fun and the journey was we live for them, but I hope we can get over the
Carter Macias and Sam Ruta led the Black Another run was added as Brayden Golinski outstanding. These guys laugh and they play hump next year. As a senior class, I know we
Knights at the plate on Saturday. Macias was recorded a sacrifice fly to center, scoring Derek ball and itʼs so nice to see them be able to do moved the program forward and that next year
3-for-4 with two runs batted in and a run scored, Berg, giving Army a 6-2 advantage through that as well as serve our country and be heroes we'll be back here and winning some games.ˮ
while Ruta blasted his seventh homer of the four innings. to all of us by what they represent.
season. The third baseman batted .500 in the Kennesaw State tied the game with a four- “One percent of the population at their age Army West Point 3B Sam Ruta
Regional with two runs scored and an RBI. run fifth inning, highlight by Hatcherʼs second group does what they do. Theyʼre the best of On Performance at the Plate and Home
Matthew Ronnebaum got the start for the homer of the day. The Owls regained the lead in the best. I wish the room was full right now to Run
Black Knights and went three innings, allowing the sixth, scoring on a wild pitch to make it 7-6. talk about these kids. Thereʼs no one better, no “I felt pretty comfortable at the plate today.
one earned run and two strikeouts. Army fought right back and tied the game matter what the scoreboard says. Thatʼs a fact, I was seeing the ball well and was able to put
The Black Knights struck first with Rutaʼs again with Cerruto reaching on a fielderʼs not just in my book, but a lot of peopleʼs. a few good swings on the ball over a couple at
seventh homer of the year as he fouled off choice that scored Kevin Dubrule and it was “I think the world of them and pretty soon bats. I wouldn't have been in that position if not
a couple of pitches and then went deep to a 7-7 game. I hope to figure out how to start winning these for the guys in front and behind me for putting
right center to give Army the early 1-0 lead. The Owls took back the lead with Nick regional games. But, Kennesaw State bounced me in such a good situation.ˮYou can also read
