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Army earns OT Bowl Win over North Texas

Army fans cheer on the Army West Point Football team during the Zaxby's Heart of Dallas Football Game Dec. 27 in Dallas. See Pages 3 and 16 for a feature and game story from the Black Knights 38-31 overtime bowl victory.

The Army West Point Football team receives its trophy and celebrates its win against North Texas in the 2016 Zaxby's Heart of Dallas Bowl game Dec. 27 at Cotton Bowl Stadium. The Black Knights are now 4-2 in bowl games in their history, and this year was the fi rst time since 1984 that they defeated Navy and won their bowl game (beat Michigan State, 10-6) in the same season. Photos by Michelle eberhart/PV

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New fitness test, football among Army’s top stories of 2016

Part of Class of 2017 Cadet Austin Lachance’s spirit videos was driving positivity into the Corps about the chances of Army beating Navy to end its 14-game losing streak to its rival. It worked as Army beat Navy 21-17 Dec. 10 in Baltimore and rating as the seventh best story in the Army in 2016. Photo GraPhic by class of 2017 cadet austin lachance

By Army News Service

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md.—Uniform changes, new directives and football were among the topics that dominated headlines for the Army in 2016. Below is a list of last year’s most-read articles by the Army News Service.

1 and 2.) Sleeves can now be Rolled Up

The hottest topic among readers this year, with a pair of articles in the top two slots, turned out to be the Army’s decision to permit Soldiers to roll up the sleeves on their combat uniforms so they can keep cool.

Army officials announced the policy change in late June, following a 10-day trial at Fort Hood, Texas, which was initiated after a specialist asked Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley during a re-enlistment ceremony whether he and his fellow Soldiers could roll up their sleeves due to the hot weather. Milley and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey agreed, and an official memorandum was rolled out Armywide a few weeks later.

3.) New Directive: Officers must be Vetted before Promotions

A new Army directive over the summer caught the attention of many readers, especially officers looking to be promoted. Updated regulations now require that officers selected for promotion be vetted for mental, physical, moral and professional fitness and meet the standards for exemplary conduct before their names are forwarded to the Army secretary for certification.

While there has always been a vetting process, the process previously took place as officers were being considered by senior Army, Defense and congressional leadership. The new directive is meant to allow for an officer and the service to save face if, for some reason, the officer must be removed from a promotion list.

4.) Army to Administer Four-Part OPAT to Recruits

A new physical fitness test for placing recruits into a best-fit military occupational specialty was launched earlier this year in an effort to reduce attrition and injury rates.

The Occupational Physical Assessment Test was first administered at select recruiting stations over the summer, assessing recruits’ performance on a standing long jump, a seated power throw, a strength deadlift and an interval

aerobic run. Along with the Armed Services Vocational

Aptitude Battery, or ASVAB, which ensures that a future Soldier can meet academic requirements, the test is meant to determine which particular job a recruit would perform well in. The OPAT test was expected to be administered Armywide beginning Tuesday.

5.) Army allows Soldiers to wear Headphones in Gym

The Army announced in May that small headphones or ear buds could be used at gyms on post, finally allowing Soldiers to jam out to their favorite Justin Bieber playlist while exercising in uniform. The move also permits Soldiers to wear black-colored electronic devices, like music players or cell phones, on their waistband or a black armband to hold the device, in accordance with Army Regulation 670-1.

At the time, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey said the new policy came about as the result of Soldiers asking about i t during a town hall meeting.

6 . ) F i rs t Female West Po in t Commandant of Cadets

Brig. Gen. Diana M. Holland shattered the glass ceiling when she became the first female Commandant of Cadets at the U.S. Military Academy in early January.

Holland, a West Point graduate, became the school’s 76th commandant and assumed the responsibility for the military, physical, character and social development of more than 4,400 cadets.

A r m y S e c r e t a r y E r i c K . F a n n i n g exp re s sed confidence in Holland, saying that the general’s operational a n d c o m m a n d experiences would bring a new and diverse perspective to West Point’s leadership team.

Holland’s previous role was deputy commanding general of support for 10th Mountain Division (Light) at Fort Drum, New

York.

7.) Army beats NavyA cold December night in Baltimore set

the scene for a heated gridiron battle as Army squeaked by Navy, 21-17, for its first football win over its sister service academy in 14 years.

At the 117th annual event, known as “America’s game,” a pageantry of marching cadets and midshipmen joined a sellout crowd of loyal fans as all fervidly cheered on their teams. At the end of the game, cadets rushed from the bleachers onto the field to celebrate the win with players.

Next year, the Black Knights will strive to stay on the winning side as both academies bring the rivalry back to Philadelphia.

8.) Milley: Army on cusp of Profound,

Fundamental ChangeThe Army is set to change rapidly over the

next 20 to 30 years, as organizations, doctrine and weapons adjust to the multi-domain battle concept.

Speaking at an event in October, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley painted a vivid picture of a future battlefield with technology far more advanced than that of today.

To compete with the surge of information operations, unmanned aerial vehicles and other cutting-edge technology, he said, land-based forces of the future will have to be prepared to fight formidable foes not just on land, but also in the air, sea and other domains.

9.) Four Myths about Combat VehiclesAt a November discussion, the deputy

director of the Army Capabilities Integration Center outlined myths about the Army’s current fleet. Stressing the need for new ground combat vehicles, Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster Jr. told an audience that the Army must make clear and compelling arguments for capabilities that advanced ground combat vehicles can bring to the fight.

10.) After 75 years, more opportunities for Enlisted to become Officers

It was welcome news to the many enlisted Soldiers who hope to become officers when Army officials announced they were reworking the eligibility requirements for attaining a butter bar. Now, enlisted personnel up to age 33 can apply to become officers, and there is no longer a requirement to serve in the Army for six years before going to Officer Candidate School.

3January 5, 2017Pointer View IN FOCUS: ARMY BOWL GAMEArmy Football defeats Navy, North Texas, ends season on high note and improves Corps of Cadets moraleStory by Michelle EberhartAssistant Editor

Army Football’s 38-31 overtime win over North Texas at Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas, Dec. 27 marked a turning point, not only for the Army Football team, but for the Corps of Cadets who have been supporting their team all year.

The Heart of Dallas Bowl victory was the first time since 1984 that Army had beaten both Navy and their Bowl game opponent in the same year.

It was Army’s first Bowl victory since 2010. Also, the first time Army reached eight wins since 1996. And while the statistics are impressive, it’s the morale of the Corps that has been overwhelmingly inspiring.

Class of 2017 Cadet Mike Murray watched the Army team rise over the last three years, finally defeating Navy during his last year as a cadet.

“It was intense,” Murray said as he was describing the win against the fellow service academy. “My parents are Navy grads, my brother is a plebe there right now, and being there in Baltimore, storming the field, it was amazing.”

Murray took the three-hour drive with his brother from Austin, Texas to be at the game.

“I’m a Firstie and this is my last game as a cadet, I just wanted to come out here and see Army beat the hell out of UNT and prove to the rest of the FBS (Football Bowl Subdivision) schedule that we’re a team that deserves to be reckoned with,” Murray added.

While some cadets have watched the team grow over the years, some are able to experience the excitement as it has just begun.

“It’s amazing. I wasn’t there during the losing streak, but the feeling of the Army-

Navy game, especially, was incredible. To rush the field and win after 14 years is just a great feeling,” Plebe Jack Provost noted.

Provost, also a Texas local, said he’d never had the opportunity to enter Cotton Bowl Stadium until now.

“I’ve been to the Texas Fair my whole life,

but never actually got to come inside Cotton Bowl Stadium, I was so excited to be able to support the Army team,” he added.

Despite the game taking place in the middle of holiday leave, a good number of cadets attended the Heart of Dallas Bowl, taking the trek from all corners of the country.

“It was so worth it,” Cadet Mario Contreras, Class of 2017 President, said.

Contreras flew from North Carolina the day after Christmas to be with his classmates for the big game.

“Being here today at the first winning bowl game in six years, it’s hard to put into words,” Contreras remarked. “Walking around, seeing the crowd today, everyone is happy we’re winning and it’s a great feeling.”

Contreras says the Corps’ morale has noticeably improved over the course of the year.

“I’ve never seen a boost like this,” Contreras said, reflecting on his last three years as a cadet. “But seeing this win over Navy and continuing it over to this Bowl Game win, I’ve never seen anything like it, I think it will carry into next semester, everyone is so spirited.”

Class of 2017 Cadet Ricky Anciola agrees. “It’s been a phenomenal feeling, watching

the team win, I think that will set the precedent for many years to come,” he said. “I played prep school football with a lot of my teammates that are now seniors that had the privilege of beating Navy and now North Texas at this Bowl game. It’s been great watching Coach Monken turn the program around and I’m just happy to be a part of it.”

As the Army West Point Football team ends its season with an 8-5 record, it’s hopeful that the excitement within the Corps of Cadets has just begun.

T h e W e s t Point Spir i t Band played a part of morale booster at the Zaxby’s Heart of Dallas Bowl D e c . 2 7 i n Dallas. Army W e s t P o i n t defeated North Texas 38-31 in over t ime to help get to an 8-5 record for the 2016 season. Photos by class of 2018 cadet alex Werden

The Rabble Rousers motivate the crowd as the Army West Point Football team goes on to defeat the University of North Texas in the Heart of Dallas Bowl on Dec. 27. This is the first year that Army has both defeated Navy and won a bowl game since 1984.

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Twenty-four members of Class of 2016 join the Long Gray LineStory and photos by Kathy EastwoodStaff Writer

Twenty-four Class of 2016 cadets who delayed graduation to overcome injury, academic or military challenges received their diplomas and second lieutenant bars Dec. 16. Although some felt somewhat disappointed that they were unable to graduate with their class, the excitement of the day exceeded that disappointment.

Diplomas were handed out by the U.S. Military Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Robert L. Caslen Jr. and Class of 1966 Robert Cresci, a 50-year affiliate class member of the Class of 2016, presented the graduates with their second lieutenant bars.

“It’s been long enough,” Class of 2016 Cadet Matthew McCormack said. “It’s a bit of a bummer not graduating at Michie Stadium with 10,000 people watching, but it’s done and it’s worth it.”

McCormack will be headed to Fort Bragg, North Carolina for training in Military Intelligence.

“I have 60 days of leave before that and it will be used to the fullest,” he said.

Dean of the Academic Board Brig. Gen. Cindy Jebb was the keynote speaker and spoke of the perseverance of the cadets to continue with their cadet career for six months longer than their classmates and not giving up.

“To our graduating cadets, you must be very excited now that you have reached today’s benchmark,” Jebb said. “Graduation from West Point at any time of the year is a special occasion and you have much to be proud as today’s ceremony is a fitting end to years of physical, mental and military preparation. I know your journey here was not easy, and you were uncertain at times as to whether you would be sitting here today. Congratulations. By the end of this ceremony, you will not only

be Untied States Military Academy graduates, but second lieutenants, granted the authority and responsibility that comes with that commission.”

Jebb advised the new graduates to embrace uncertainty and invoked the words of Nelson Mandela:

“I have walked that long road to freedom. I have tried not to falter; I have made missteps along the way. But I have discovered the secret that after climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are more hills to climb. I have taken a moment here to rest, to steal a view of the glorious vista that surrounds me, to look back on the distance I have come. But I can only rest for a moment, for with freedom comes responsibilities, and I dare not linger, for my long walk has not ended.”

“So, as we celebrate your graduation today, it is only appropriate, as Mandela puts it, to look back at all that you have accomplished, even in the midst of uncertainty, before looking ahead to the next phase of your journey,” Jebb said. “It is important and appropriate to reflect on where you have been and what you have accomplished because it reflects how your development at West Point has prepared you for your journey ahead. Today’s world is very different from the way things were when you first came to West Point.”

Because of today’s uncertain world, Jebb advised the graduates to “periodically carve out some unhurried moments to take stock and work to make yourself even stronger for the hills ahead. Continue to develop yourself intellectually, militarily and physically, read about the profession of arms, develop interests outside the profession, pursue the intellectual passion sparked during your studies here, think about graduate school and continually push yourself physically so that you are able to excel in the demanding environments in which you will find yourself as well as serve as an example for the Soldiers you lead.”

Class of 1966 Robert Cresci, a member of the Class of 2016 50-year affiliate class, presents a cadet with his second lieutenant bars Dec. 16 at the December graduation. Twenty-four cadets graduated in December.

T w e n t y - f o u r C l a s s o f 2 0 1 6 C a d e t s graduated Dec. 16 during the annual December g r a d u a t i o n ceremony held at Eisenhower H a l l . S o m e cadets delayed their graduation t o o v e r c o m e injury, academic a n d m i l i t a r y challenges.

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2016-17 Cadet Club Activities

Mixed Martial Arts (Taekwondo): The Army Martial Arts team dominated Navy Dec. 4 in the first Army-Navy Taekwondo Warrior Cup with a cumulative score of 82-46.

The tournament followed the new NCAA rules, adding a tag team system in place of the traditional single-fighter focused system.

There were three tag team matches. Class of 2018 Cadets Halsey Smith and Eli Eichenberger won the Colored Belt Heavyweight fight with a score of 22-11, Class of 2019 Cadets Wonha Kim and Natasha Chick won the Women’s Black Belt fight with a score of 17-2, and Class of 2018 Cadets Ziwei Peng and Jordan Nettles won the Men’s Black Belt fight with a score of 20-10. The singles matches saw strong performances from Class of 2018 Cadet Anthony Chargualaf, Class of 2019 Cadet Matthew Galea and Class of 2020 Cadet Nicole Nettles.

Galea finished of the competition with an outstanding final score of 13-4. Additionally, Eichenberger received the award for the best fighter at the tournament.

The Army victory Dec. 4 was an important step for both teams, serving as both a learning experience and one of the first tournaments to use NCAA rules.

The Army Taekwondo team is optimistic for its upcoming tournaments this

IN FOCUS: CADET CLUB ACTIVITIEScoming semester, and hopes to see similar success. Beat Navy!

Cycling: The Cyclocross season concluded with the Army West Point Cycling team being crowned 2016 Eastern Conference Cycling Champions Dec. 4 in Warwick, Rhode Island. The team didn’t happen in a vacuum or alone—led by the Cross CIC Class of 2017 Cadet Tristan Manderfeld inspired the newbies to develop the skills needed for cross.

Other team members Class of 2020 Cadets Andrew Mergen, Jacob Murdock, Kevin Seaward, Sarah Morrow, Liz Huuki, Alex Gudenkauf and returning superstars Class of 2019 Cadets Kenny Englert, Wyatt Gengler and Norah Stapleton made significant contributions that added to our 200-point margin of victory over our nearest two challengers UVM and MIT out of the 30 Eastern Conference Cross Colleges.

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The West Point Elementary School held its 17th annual Jingle Bell Run and Toys for Tots pick-up by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve service members Dec. 13. Elementary school children collected toys for the Marines Toys for Tots program and gathered around the truck checking out the boxes (below), helped the Marines place toys in the truck, ran a few laps around the parking lot to Christmas tunes (above), and then enjoyed hot chocolate. Last year, the Marines collected nearly 59,000 toys in the Hudson Valley. Photos by Kathy eastWood/PV

Jingle Bell Run, Toys for Tots pick-up

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Religious Services POCsUSMA Chaplain—Col. Matt Pawlikowski at 938-3316.

Garrison Chaplain—Lt. Col. David Jacob at 938-6717/2003.

Catholic Community Chaplain—Maj. Ken Bolin at 938-3721/8760.

Jewish Community Chaplain—Capt. David Ruderman at 938-2766/2710.

Protestant Community Chaplain—Lt. Col. Brett Charsky at 938-0585/3412.

USCC Brigade Chaplain—Lt. Col. Harold Cline at 938-0585/3412.

Website to access services: http://www.westpoint.army.mil/documents/ReligiousServices_rso.pdf

Religious ServicesAssembly of God—Sunday, 10 a.m. at 134 Old State Road in Highland Falls.

Church of Christ—Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at the Cadet Interfaith

• West Point Sexual Assault/Harassment Response Hotline: 845-659-7467;• USMA SHARP Program Manager, Samantha Ross—call 845-938-0508;• USCC SARC, Capt. Kathryn Hermon—call 845-938-7479 or email kathryn.hermon@usma.edu;• USMAPS SARC, Dr. Stephanie Marsh—call 845-938-1950 or email stephanie.marsh@usma.edu;• Garrison SARC, Dan Toohey—call 845-938-5657 or email dan.toohey@usma.edu;• KACH SARC, Sgt. 1st Class Cheri Safford—call 938-4150 or cheri.k.safford.mil@mail.mil;• USCC Victim Advocate, Kerry Dunham—call 845-938-3532 or email kerry.dunham@usma.edu.

SHARP Resources

Religious Services at West PointCenter, Bldg. 147.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints—Sunday, 10 a.m. at Thayer Hall, Room 144.

Eastern Orthodox—Sunday, 9 a.m. at St. Martin’s Chapel in the Cadet Chapel.

Episcopal—Sunday, 10 a.m. at the Church of the Holy Innocents in Highland Falls.

Jewish—Friday, 7 p.m. at the Jewish Chapel.

Lutheran—Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at the Old Cadet Chapel in the West Point Cemetery.

Muslim—Friday, noon-1:45 p.m. at the Cadet Interfaith Center, Bldg. 147.

Gospel—Sunday, 12:30 p.m. at the Post Chapel.

Protestant—Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at the Cadet Chapel and the Post Chapel. Sunday, 5 p.m. in Robinson Auditorium.

Catholic—Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. at Most Holy Trinity Chapel.

USCC Luncheon brings out the Christmas ugliness, fun

USCC held its Holiday Luncheon Dec. 15 at Eisenhower Hall. Staff and Faculty participated in an ugly sweater contest, holiday trivia and a holiday song contest. (Above) Santa came at the end of the event to award prizes to the winners and to say thank you for a great year. Photos by Michelle eberhart/PV (riGht) and 2nd lt. KeVin baeK (usMa Pao)

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#USMA Social SceneInstagram & twitter: @westpoint_usma

facebook.com/westpointusma

secarmy: That’s the way to end 2016 right! An overtime bowl victory, a three game winning streak, an eight win season, best record in 20 years and—of course—smashing the 14-year curse by beating @Navyfb. #GoArmy #HeartofDallasBowl #HoDBowl #CottonBowl

anlasiter: One semester down, seven to go.

realjamesgibson: What a feeling #forever28

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FEATURED ITEM

ANNOUNCEMENTSTax Center seeking volunteers during tax season

The West Point Tax Center is looking for volunteers to assist with tax return preparation during the tax season (January-April 2017). Volunteers will be asked to work at least two half-days each week. Volunteers receive all necessary training and obtain valuable work experience.

We are also seeking volunteers to assist with administrative support during the tax season. No tax training is required.

For details, contact matthew.baek@usma.edu or call 938-6507.

Gospel ServiceThe Gospel Service at West Point is ongoing. Under the

leadership of Chaplain (Capt.) Loy Sweezy Jr., the Gospel Service will be held from 12:30-1:30 p.m. every Sunday at the Post Chapel.

The service is open to all who want to attend. Also, there are many opportunities to serve the ministry with your talents and gifts.

For details, contact the Chaplain Sweezy at 938-4246.

Most Holy Trinity West Point Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Group

Mothers of children ages 0-5 are invited to join us at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Chapel. The purpose of the group is to build friendships and foster community goodwill with other West Point moms.

Being a mom is hard work, and we all need love and support to encourage us through the journey.

Meetings include time to socialize and discuss the joys and challenges of motherhood, speakers from the community on a variety of topics, and creative activities.

OUTSIDE THE GATES

EDUCATION and WORKSHOPSNavy Education Services

In compliance with Navy policy, current Sailors are instructed to only use Navy Vol Education services.

Naval members are encouraged to visit the new and improved Navy College Program website at www.navycollege.navy.mil to identify the education resources available to them.

If you are requesting language testing, the Army Education Center can continue to provide that service.

Army Education Center College courses are offered through the Army Education

Center at West Point, located at 683 Buckner Loop.Undergraduate classes: • Mount Saint Mary College—Call Shari Seidule at 845-446-

0535 or email Sharon.Seidule@msmc.edu;• Saint Thomas Aquinas—Call Erica Rodriguez at 845-446-

2555 or email ERodrigu@stac.edu.Graduate studies:• John Jay College of Criminal Justice–Master’s Degree in

Public Administration—Call Jennifer Heiney at 845-446-5959 or email jjcwestpoint@yahoo.com;

• Long Island University–Master’s Degrees in School Counseling, Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Counseling—Call Mary Beth Leggett at 845-446-3818 or email marybeth.leggett@liu.edu.

Army Personnel Testing programsThe Army Education Center at West Point offers Army

Personnel Testing (APT) programs such as the AFCT, DLAB, DLPT, SIFT through the DA and DLI.

Tests are free of charge to Soldiers. Call the Testing Center at 938-3360 or email gwenn.wallace@usma.edu for details or an appointment.

Employee Assistance ProgramWest Point Garrison offers an Employee Assistance Program

The group will meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Cloister Room of the Chapel of The Most Holy Trinity on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

There is a registration fee and because the group meets in the evenings, childcare will not be provided.

For registration details, contact Kristin at kristin8513@gmail.com and visit us at our informational table at the WPSC Super Sign Up event today at the West Point Club.

Army West Point Gymnastics World Record EventThe Army West Point Gymnastics Program wants to get the

entire Corps of Cadets, local schools and gymnastics programs involved in shattering the current world record for the most people performing cartwheels simultaneously.

West Point has been selected as the site for the 2017 NCAA Men’s Division I Gymnastics Championships. This three-day competition will be held April 20-22, 2017 at Christl Arena.

This marks the third time since 2005 that West Point has hosted this championship meet.

To celebrate the occasion and demonstrate to the world that all West Point cadets are trained in activities that promote and enhance a healthy lifestyle, physical fitness and movement behavior, the Academy wants to break the current cartwheels record, which is 690.

This event can easily break this record and it’s West Point’s intent to do it in a manner that showcases the professionalism, athleticism and spirit of West Point to the Nation. The intent is to break the world record at 11:30 a.m. April 20. This is a Thursday, which is the first day of the NCAA Championships.

Groups interested in participating in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity should contact Head Gymnastics Coach, Doug Van Everen, at 845-938-3802 or email at Doug.VanEveren@usma.edu or Capt. Josh Burnett, Army West Point Gymnastics Operations Officer, at 845-938-6623 or email at Joshua.Burnett@usma.edu.

that provides free and confidential counseling for civilians, family members and retirees.

The program offers services from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. The EAP is located at 656 Eichelberger Road.

For details, call 938-1039.

DANTES testingThe Army Education Center at West Point offers academic

testing programs through the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) such as the SAT and ACT. Pearson VUE offers licensing and certification exams.

Most tests are free of charge to Soldiers.Call the Testing Center at 938-3360 or email gwenn.wallace@

usma.edu for details or an appointment.

Search for Animal Tracks and Traces Come to the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Outdoor

Discovery Center, on Muser Drive, across from 174 Angola Road, to search for Animal Tracks and Traces at 10 a.m. Sunday.

Animals leave traces of their presence everywhere, but many people can’t recognize the evidence. Search for clues that tell the tale of who lives in the forest and what they do during the winter. Environmental Educator Carl Heitmuller invites you to join him to learn “how to read the signs of wildlife that are there for all to see.” There is a fee for this program.

For details, visit hhnm.org or call 845-534-5506, ext. 204.

Grace Baptist Church of Highland Falls servicesThe West Point family is invited to attend any and all services

at the Grace Baptist Church, located at 54 Old State Road, in Highland Falls, New York. The church is close to Thayer Gate.

The church holds services on Sunday morning (Sunday School for all ages at 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service at 11 a.m.), Sunday evening (6 p.m.), and Wednesday evening (7 p.m.), as well as seasonal Bible studies for men, women and college-aged young people. Transportation is provided as needed.

For any questions, visit the church website at www.gracebaptistny.org.

Community

DPE fitness sessionsThe Department of Physical Education would like to

extend an invitation to members of the USMA staff and faculty to participate in January’s fitness sessions at 12:20 p.m. Wednesday and Jan. 18 in Combatives Rooms 2 and 3 on the second floor of Arvin Cadet Physical Development Center.

This session will expose participants to the USMA and Army Combatives Programs and is appropriate for all fitness levels. The combatives fitness sessions are a great opportunity to learn basic techniques while meeting folks from across the Academy. Please bring water and some co-workers!

For details, contact Cameron Turner at 938-7832 or cameron.turner@usma.edu.

Below is a list of future fitness activities and the associated locations.

Date Activity LocationWednesday Combatives 2nd Floor ArvinJan. 18 Combatives 2nd Floor ArvinFeb. 22 Aquatics Crandall Pool March 22 Strength Training 3rd Floor ArvinApril 12 Gymnastics Gross Center May 8 Functional Fitness Daly Field

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JUST ANNOUNCED

WEST POINT MWR CALENDAR www.westpointmwr.com

FEATURED EVENT2017 Ski Passes

Victor Constant Ski Area has season passes on sale now. More than $1,000 in savings when you buy a season pass.

For rates, lessons and more, call 845-938-8810.

CYS Services needs sports coachesChild, Youth and School Services is looking for coaches for

its winter recreation basketball season. There will be four divisions: Little Shooters for 4 year olds,

Training League for 5-6 year olds, Collegiate League for 7-8 year olds and Jr. NBA for 9-11 year olds.

Training and Collegiate Leagues will take place between 5-8 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays and the Jr. NBA will take place between 6-8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Little Shooters will take place from 10-10:45 a.m. on Saturday mornings.

For details, call 938-8896.

FOR THE YOUTHS

FOR THE FAMILIESFather and Daughter Dance

Fathers and their daughters can enjoy a night of dinner and dancing from 6-9 p.m. on either Jan. 20 or 21 at the West Point Club. There will be a dinner buffet with dessert and an onsite photographer to capture this special event. Dress is Sunday best.

There is a minimal fee per couple as per an additional fee for each additional daughter.

FOR THE ADULTS

Arts & Crafts January classes• Today—Little Impressionists–ages 2 and up, 1:30-2 p.m.;• Tuesday—Cookies and Canvas–Football, 5-6:30 p.m.;• Tuesday, Jan. 17, 24, 31—Pint-Sized Picasso, 3:30-4:30

p.m. Supplies included;• Wednesday—Winter Craft Day, 1-3 p.m.; • Jan. 12—Wine and Paint A Bit-Tipsy Snowman, 11 a.m.- 1

p.m. or 5-7 p.m. Supplies included;• Jan. 17—Pallet Painting, custom 14x24 pallet sign, 5-7

p.m.;• Jan. 19—Glass Fusion, 5-7 p.m.;• Jan. 26—Pallet Painting–4x24 Fixer Upper Sign, 10 a.m.-

noon;• Jan. 27—Wine and Paint A Bit—Winter Solstice, 6-8 p.m.

Supplies included.Registration is required for all classes. There is a minimal fee for the classes. For more details, call

938-4812.

ALS Night with Army West Point HockeyEnjoy a night out with the ALS Association Greater New York

Chapter and help raise awareness and funds to conquer ALS.Army Hockey plays Mercyhurst at 7:05 p.m. Jan. 14 at Tate

Rink. Tickets are in Section 209, behind the Army bench.Group attendees will receive two complimentary souvenirs:

An Army Hockey poster and Lou Gehrig bobblehead.Proceeds will benefi t The ALS Association Greater New

York Chapter through the Hudson Valley and Westchester Walks to Defeat ALS.

An added bonus, group attendees can skate with the Black Knights Hockey team post-game.

To order tickets, contact Linda/ALSA at lberman@als-ny.org or call 212-720-3042.

Ski Special Cadet Discount Weeks• Class of 2018—500th Night Discount—Jan. 13-19; • Class of 2019—Yearling Discount—Jan. 30-Feb. 5; • Class of 2017—100th Night Discount—Feb. 13-19; • Class of 2020—Plebe Parent Discount—March 6-12.Hours available to get the discounts: 3-9 p.m. Monday-

Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.For details on special discounts, call 938-8810.

Cyberbullying WorkshopThe Cyberbullying workshop: For Parents & Caregivers

of Children of All Ages, presented by ACS’s EFMP Together, Listening & Connecting (T.L.C.) is scheduled for 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 19, Building 140, CDC–Lee Area. The snow date is 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 20.

Cyberbullying is a real and growing problem for today’s youth (and even adults). Join us for this hands-on workshop to talk about the what, where and how to stop cyberbullying.

For more details, call 938-5120.

Ski lesson RegistrationThe West Point Ski Lesson registration at Victor Constant

Ski Area is ongoing. Patrons can register from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The fi rst week of registration is in-person only.

For more details, call 845-938-8810.

Community General Skating at Tate RinkThe MWR Sports offi ce will conduct the 2016-17 Community

General Skate at Tate Rink. It’s open to all West Point personnel, DOD personnel and

families. All skaters must supply their own skates. The following will be the only dates and times available for

skating: Sundays from 3:30-5 p.m. on Jan. 22 and 29, and Feb. 12, 19 and 26. For details, call the Skate hotline at 938-2991 or e-mail jim.mcguinness@usma.edu.

West Point Club’s Bridal ShowCome join the West Point Club from 12-3 p.m. Sunday for

its annual Bridal Show. Don’t miss the must-see Bridal Fashion Show at 2 p.m. Spend the afternoon with the brides-to-be in the wonderful land of Bridal Bliss. The Grand Ballroom will be fi lled with all the vendors you need to make your day perfect.

Hot hors d’ oeuvres, action stations and wedding cakes will be available for you to sample. Free admission for registered West Point Club Brides. Minimal fee for others and guests.

For details, call 845-446-5504.

Discover Outdoor Recreation’s paintball facility at West Point

MWR’s Outdoor Recreation multi-fi eld paintball facility is the perfect setting for birthday parties, department team building and family outings. It can host functions from 10-50 people. Food and drink are included in packages.

For details, email odrwpmwr@usma.edu or call 938-0123.

Winter Bowling LeaguesThe MWR Bowling Center is seeking individuals who may be

interested in playing in a winter bowling league. No experience is needed. The Bowling Center has openings on Sunday, Monday and Thursday nights.

If interested, contact Edward.Marvin@usma.edu or call 938-2140 for details.

For details, call 845-938-5655.

Mother-Son DanceThe Mother-Son Dance will be held from 6-9 p.m. Feb. 3

at the West Point Club. Embarrass your son with your amazing dance moves, and get it all on camera. Dress is Sunday best.

There will be a dinner buffet, dessert and dancing. There will be an on-site photographer to encapsulate the special day.

There is a minimal fee per couple as per an additional fee for each additional son. For more details, call 845-938-5120.

Polar FestCome out for some winter fun for MWR’s annual Polar Fest

from noon-7 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Victor Constant Ski Slope. Pre-registration will begin at the ski sales offi ce Jan. 30. Polar Passes include food, drink, live music and NASTAR

ski and snowboard races. For details, call 938-8810.

Events with Leisure Travel ServicesJoin Leisure Travel Services for its December event. The

upcoming event includes:• Feb. 23—Wicked on Broadway. Leave West Point at 4:30

p.m. with an 8 p.m. curtain call. Leave NYC at 11 p.m. See the Tony award winning box offi ce smash now in its 11th

year. Mezzanine Seating, Gershwin Theatre. For ticket pricing, reservations and more details, call 938-

3601.

On Dec. 16, the Spanish 1 students of West Point Middle School were fully immersed in the Puerto Rican tradition of la Parranda. Parrandas are musical festivities carried out during the Christmas season. They involve individuals who gather to “carol” for their food. Traditionally, they go from house to house singing holiday songs and are invited inside to enjoy a feast at the last home visited. Capt. Carlos Comas Horta and his wife, Cindy Arenas Nieves, spent several days shopping and cooking for their son’s (Carlos Angel) Spanish class. In addition, Nieves taught the students about Puerto Rican holiday traditions throughout the year. The family served pasteles with three different fi llings to the class who were also treated to such homemade beverages as coquito virgen and jugo de guava. The day included the Middle School Band (above) who provided musical accompaniment with the singing. courtesy Photo

la Parranda festivities

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Keller Corner

Friday—“Rules Don’t Appy,” PG-13, 7:30 p.m.Saturday—“Almost Christmas,” PG-13, 7:30 p.m.Jan. 13—“Allied,” PG-13, 7:30 p.m.Jan. 14—“Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk,” PG-13, 7:30 p.m.(For movie details and updated schedules, visit www.shopmyexchange .com/ ree l - t ime- thea t res /West -Point-1044343.)

Theatre schedule at Mahan Hall, Bldg. 752.MOVIES at MAHAN

KACH Immunization continues to provide fl u shots

The Keller ’s Immunization Clinic is accepting walk-ins, for influenza immunizations, Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

2017 Armed Services Blood Program Blood Drive at West Point

The 2017 Armed Services Blood Program Blood Drive will be held from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Jan. 9-12 at West Point’s Eisenhower Hall.

The Blood Drive is open to active and reserve duty military members, dependents, retirees and civilians. Visit http://www.militaryblood.dod.mil/Donors/can_i_donate.aspx to learn if you are eligible to donate.

KACH Emergency Department/Room has relocated

The Keller Army Community Hospital Emergency Dept./Emergency Room has relocated to their temporary location to the west/left of the main entry lobby.

Signs will direct emergency patients into Keller’s main parking lot and to enter through the main entry.

A temporary Emergency Room reception and waiting area will be located adjacent to the current Pharmacy waiting area.

The ‘permanent’ Emergency Room is scheduled to re-open in Spring 2017.

The multi-phased, military construction project, to renovate Keller Army Community Hospital, is scheduled to be completed in Fall 2018.

KACH PT Dept. provides free running clinic

Keller Army Community Hospital Physical Therapy Department’s will conduct a “free” running clinic.

The running clinic is scheduled for 3 p.m. Jan. 19 at the PTD.

All runners will receive: • Slow motion video gait analysis of their

running form; • Short class on running form; • Running Shoe evaluation; • Flexibility screening; • Strength screening; • Exercises deemed appropriate. For details or to schedule an appointment/

slot in the course, call the Physical Therapy Department at (845) 938–3324.

• Donate your old cell phone: Did you get a new cell phone for the holidays? Wondering what to do with your old one? After you’ve transferred your data to the new one, donate your old phone.

The phones do not have to be usable. Drop off location is B126 Washington Road. Proceeds go toward a great charity.

• Tuesday with Marcela: Tuesday with Marcela geared to children ages 1-5 and their parents. Marcela will lead attendees in musical play and movement.

The class is from 9:30-11 a.m. Tuesday at B126. To register, email jgellman@bbcgrp.com by Friday with age of child attending.

• Snowball Event: Your kids don’t have to wait for an actual snow day to have some wintry fun—when the weather is chilly outside, we will have all kinds of snowman crafts that will be perfect projects for kids stuck indoors.

This event will take place from 2:30-4 p.m. at B126. To register, email jgellman@bbcgrp.com by Jan. 12.

West Point Command Channel

Army Newswatch Thursday, Friday and Monday-Jan. 12

8:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.

For the week of Jan. 5-12Channels 8/23

By David ConradArmed Services Blood Program

The Armed Services Blood Program and the cadets of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point are joining forces to hold one of the largest blood drives of the year.

From Monday-Jan. 12, cadets, faculty and staff of the Academy will “sacrifi ce” some of their blood to help save lives. As the offi cial blood program of the U.S. Military, the ASBP is a tri-service organization responsible for providing blood and blood products to deployed service members in the heart of the battlefi eld.

While ASBP blood recipients are most often thought of as deployed service members injured in the line of duty, the ASBP also provides blood for service members and their families back home and in military treatment facilities around the globe.

Anyone receiving blood or blood products in a combat area will receive blood transported by the ASBP. Therefore, the effects of this blood drive will be felt worldwide.

Mark your calendars now for the annual blood drive. The drive takes place from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Jan. 12 at Eisenhower Hall.All donors will receive a long-sleeve ASBP T-shirt, and the fi rst 500 donors will also

receive an ASBP water bottle.The blood drive is open to all service members, their family members, U.S. Department of

Defense or federal civilian employees, retirees and U.S. citizens over the age of 18. Donations from non-DOD civilians who fi t the eligibility criteria and have the ability to access the blood drive location will also be gratefully accepted.

To learn more about the 2017 West Point blood drive, contact David Conrad, ASBP blood donor recruiter for the Robertson Blood Donor Center at Fort Hood, Texas, at david.m.conrad4.civ@mail.mil or 254-287-3989.

ASBP Blood Drive Mon.-Jan. 12

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Sophomore running back Jordan Asberry broke through the North Texas defense on fourth-and-goal to score a three-yard touchdown to lead Army to a 38-31 overtime victory over the Mean Green Dec. 27 at the Zaxby’s Heart of Dallas Bowl at Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas. The Black Knights ran for a Heart of Dallas Bowl record of 480 yards. Photo by class of 2018 cadet alex Werden

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Army wins Zaxby’s Heart of Dallas Bowl in OTBy Matt FaulknerArmy Athletic Communications

The Army West Point Football team got some revenge Dec. 27 when it defeated North Texas 38-31 in overtime to win the Zaxby’s Heart of Dallas Bowl at Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas.

The victory marked Army’s first bowl win since 2010 and the first time the Black Knights reached eight wins since the 1996 season.

Army closed out the year with three straight victories, including an iconic win a little more than three weeks ago in Baltimore over rival Navy.

The bowl game was much different from the two teams earlier meeting back on Oct. 22 in which the Black Knights turned the ball over a season-high seven times.

Army controlled much of the opening two quarters but a late rally from North Texas pulled the Mean Green to within 24-21 at the break.

Heading into the final quarter, Army maintained a slim 31-28 edge until there were 28 seconds remaining. The Mean Green, forced with 4th-and-2, kicked the game-tying field goal from 37 yards out to eventually send the contest into overtime.

Army started with the ball first in the extra period and worked it all the way to the North Texas’ 3-yard line. With fourth-and-goal looming, head coach Jeff Monken opted to ‘go big or go home’ and sent his offensive unit back out on the field. On the ensuing play, Jordan Asberry broke free and finished off what would be the game’s final score to hand the Black Knights a 38-31 advantage.

North Texas gained four yards on its first play of overtime but never went past the line of scrimmage again. Jeremy Timpf tackled Jeffery Wilson for a 3-yard loss on the next play before two failed passes sealed Army’s win.

Quarterback Ahmad Bradshaw was named the game’s most valuable player with 129 yards rushing, including a score.

He was the first quarterback since 1930 to run for 129 yards, eclipsing Texas’ Vince Young's 127 yards against Oklahoma in 2003.

Army highlights and game notes • Army improves to 4-2 in bowl games.• The win marked the Black Knights first

bowl win since the 2010 Armed Forces Bowl, which was played just a few miles away at Southern Methodist University. The Cadets practiced at SMU all week leading up to their sixth bowl appearance.

• Army capped its season with an overall record of 8-5, which was the first time the Black Knights hit the eight-win mark in a season since 1996, when they went 10-2.

• With Army’s six rushing touchdowns in the game, the Black Knights finished with 46 end zone trips on the year, which broke the previous record of 45 set by the 1945 NCAA Championship winning team.

• The game was Army’s first game at the Cotton Bowl since defeating Louisiana Tech, 35-16, in 2013.

• The Black Knights ran for a Heart of Dallas

Bowl record 480 yards. The Cadets also earned six rushing touchdowns in the game, which was a Heart of Dallas Bowl record as well.

• Ahmad Bradshaw ran for over 100 yards for the fifth time in his career and third time in 2016.

• Darnell Woolfolk scored his eighth and ninth touchdown on the season, which is second on the team.

• It was the first time in bowl history that they had two 100-yard rushers (129 yards— Bradshaw, 119 yards—Woolfolk).

• Bradshaw's 129 rushing yards were the most by a quarterback at the Cotton Bowl since 1930, eclipsing Vince Young’s 127 yards vs. Oklahoma in 2003.

• Tyler Campbell ran for a 70-yard touchdown in the first quarter, which was a team high for 2016.

• Timpf posted his fifth double-digit tackle game this season and 13th of his career. He finished his Army career with 321 tackles, which is 9th all-time.

• Army recorded 17 interceptions this season and had at least one in 10-of-13 games played.

Career milestones• Campbell’s 70-yard run was a career

rush and put the Black Knights up 12-7. The touchdown score was the third of his career.

• Campbell also had a career-long 38-yard reception in the first quarter, which put the Black Knights in good field position at North Texas’ 29.

• Bradshaw rushed for a career-high 65-yard touchdown, which handed the Cadets a 31-21 edge with 7:41 remaining in the third quarter.

How it happened• Army wasted little time jumping out to

the early 6-0 edge on its first drive of the game. The march, an 11-play, 75-yarder, was capped by Woolfolk’s five-yard rush into the end zone. The Black Knights failed to convert on the point after.

• North Texas responded immediately though taking a 7-6 advantage on its first offensive possession of the game.

• It took Army only three plays following the Mean Green’s score to pull back in front as Campbell muscled his way and broke free for a career-long 70 yard touchdown run. The Cadets’ two-point conversion fell short.

• After forcing the game’s first punt, Bradshaw started the Black Knights next drive with a 38-yard connection with Campbell, which got Army into good field position at the North Texas 29. A few plays later the Cadets extended its lead to 18-7 when Woolfolk scored his second of the game. Bradshaw’s two-point conversion failed.

• On Army’s ensuing drive after a North Texas punt, the Cadets scored their 18th unanswered point when Davidson found the back of the end zone, creating a 24-7 gap between the teams.

• The Mean Green would not go away, however, pulling to with 24-21 at the break following two passing touchdowns in the final 4:19 of the second period.

• To start the second half, North Texas worked its way to the Army 13-yard line before Elijah Riley intercepted Alec Morris’ pass for the game's first turnover. Alex Aukerman was awarded a quarterback hurry on the play.

• Following that pick, the Black Knights used a six-play, 84-yard drive to extend their lead back to 10 points at 31-21. Bradshaw highlighted the march with a career-long 65-yard scamper into the end zone.

• The Mean Green tried to answer on their next drive but a key stop by senior captain Timpf on 4th-and-1 handed the Cadets back the ball at their own 48-yard line.

• Army tested its fourth down conversion skills on its next offensive possession when it found itself in a 4th-and-4 situation. Unfortunately the Black Knights weren’t able to convert, turning the ball over at the North Texas 33.

• The defense held strong and forced a 3-and-out by the Mean Green but Army fumbled the punt return handing the designated “home” team back the ball at the Black Knights’ 18-yard line. One play later North Texas had made it a

31-28 ballgame with 50 seconds remaining in the third quarter.

• After taking over at its own 30 late in the fourth quarter, North Texas quickly moved the ball up the field using three-straight pass plays to get the ball into Army territory. The Black Knights stopped the Mean Green just short of a first down at the Army 20, forcing North Texas to kick a game-tying field goal and ultimately send the contest into overtime.

• Army started with the ball first in the extra period and eventually worked it down to the North Texas three yard line. Unfortunately, the Black Knights were faced with 4th-and-goal. But the Cadets decided to go for it and it paid off as Asberry found the back of the end zone, handing Army the 38-31 edge.

• North Texas opened its first offensive possession of overtime with a 4-yard rush to work the ball down to Army’s 21-yard line. On the ensuing play, Timpf tackled Morris for a loss of 3 to push the ball back.

• With all eyes on the final play of the game, junior Rhyan England broke up a pass intended for Thaddeous Thompson to seal the victory.