The commander of the Fort Bragg garrison, Colonel Chad Mixon, launched the first ball of the season to an athlete from the Baseball League registered with the sports opening program and youthful services for children and youth during the opening ceremony of spring 2025 on the Domaine de la Nco Academy, on April 12, 2025.
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The Sports Spring Season of Fort Bragg 2025 young people was launched on April 12, with an edifying opening ceremony that brought together athletes, families and supporters in cold and windy morning conditions at the NCO Academy area. The event highlighted the values of teamwork, sporting spirit and personal growth that are at the heart of the season.
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A highlight of the opening ceremony of spring 2025 was when the athletes are collectively committed to “always playing with honor”, affirming their commitment to fair play and mutual respect on the field of the NCO Academy, on April 12. This moment symbolized the spirit of the season and set the tone for the games to come.
“I want to exercise my sinister gratitude to family members, friends and services to children and youth services who supported our athletes on their trip,” said Colonel Chad Mixon, Garrison de Fort Bragg commander. “A special thank you to our volunteers for their dedication and their unshakable commitment to the success of young soldiers. The value of sports to shape lives is really immeasurable.”
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The administrator of Fort Bragg Cys, Germaine Baldwin, launched the first football ball of the season to an athlete in the football league recorded with the sports opening program and the fitness of children’s and youth services during the opening ceremony of spring 2025 on the NCO Academy area, April 12, 2025.
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Fort Bragg, NC – The Fort Bragg Sports Spring Season in 2025 was launched on April 12 with an edifying opening ceremony that brought together athletes, families and supporters in cold and winding morning conditions at the NCO Academy area. The event highlighted the values of teamwork, sporting spirit and personal growth that are at the heart of the season.
“It is an honor on behalf of our nation, the army, the MWR and Fort Bragg to recognize our young people for their dedication and their commitment to support the services to the young people of the child,” said Colonel Chad Mixon, commander of Garrison de Fort Bragg. “The time and efforts you have spent preparing for your sport reflect something of true value, something really significant.”
The ceremony began with an invocation, where the role of sport as a means of teaching commitment, respect and unity was underlined. Opening prayer requested blessings for athletes, coaches and families, calling for a better time, positive attitudes and sustainable friendships throughout the season. The message reminded everyone that sports are more than simple games; These are opportunities to grow as individuals and as a community.
The athletes proudly represented their teams, including the cubs, the bads, the trash pandas and many others, because they were presented to cheers and applause. The coaches were invited to celebrate with their teams with enthusiasm, giving a tone of excitement and camaraderie.
“For athletes, I encourage you to listen carefully and to embrace to be coachable when you learn the importance of teamwork and fundamental values,” said Mixon. “These lessons will not only improve your performance in sports, but will also prepare you to become responsible and impactful citizens.”
Notable contributors to the event included Margaret Lilly, chief of children and youth services, Piper Taylor, director of Cys Sports & Fitness, Germaine Baldwin, administrator of CYS. The NCO Academy, represented by two sergeants, provided music and sound, adding to the dynamic atmosphere of the ceremony and the garrison commander.
A highlight of the event was when the athletes have collectively committed to “always playing with honor”, affirming their commitment to fair play and mutual respect. This moment symbolized the spirit of the season and set the tone for the games to come.
“I want to exercise my sinister gratitude to family members, friends and services to child and youth services who supported our athletes on their trip,” said Mixon. “A special thank you to our volunteers for their dedication and their unshakable commitment to the success of young soldiers. The value of sports to shape lives is really immeasurable.”
While the Spring 2025 sports season officially begins, participants are impatiently awaiting the development of skills, teamwork and the creation of darling memories. Here is a season filled with sporting spirit and success.