Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida –
For American aviators around the world, maintaining a fitness regime can take shape in various ways. For some aviators, it could be an individual training such as weightlifting, climbing or marathon race. However, for some airmen from Tyndall, this seems to participate in the University Sports Team program of Tyndall.
This program is open to holders of identity cards from the Ministry of Defense of all skill levels and gives them the opportunity to compete at a high level of competition in basketball, football and volleyball. The members who participate have the possibility of going to other facilities and representing the 325th Checkertail Legacy, regardless of sport.
“Having relationships with teammates on the workplace makes a good link,” said Tech. Sgt. Jordan Wyman, 325th Group Group Unit Security Manager. “Traveling in other bases and representing our original station allows us to put the best party of our exhibition.”
The practices are generally organized two to three times a week, and the members devote themselves to maximizing their training by being effective in their sports fundamentals and their communication. These teams can develop a positive impact on morale and promote camaraderie through these group training.
“I love the basketball game and serving as an active service aviator, and with this program, I can do both,” said Tech. Sgt. Kevin Negrón, 325th Fighter Wing Equal Oppact Practitioner. “What motivates me is the training, the people you meet and the links you establish. Overall, sports are an excellent method of physical activity, social interaction, stress, concentration and mindfulness. For the moment, all my basketball players have marked 90 or more on the PT test. »»
The advantages of sporting training extend far beyond the rules of the game, in skills development such as teamwork, discipline and communication that can be applied to a wide range of careers. By working with athletes from various career areas, members can promote a culture of continuous learning, creativity and growth, which ultimately contributes to greater success and development in their personal and professional life.
“I have always admired teams that have been trained to represent more than their own squadrons or units,” said Wyman. “When I discovered that Tyndall has a team that represents a base that is slowly increasing, I knew it would be an emblematic opportunity to display Tyndall’s resilience.”
Those interested in joining the Tyndall Varsity Sports program can find more information on the website of the 325th Force Squadron, https://tyndallfs.com/fitness-ter/.