Photo By Sgt. Daniel Lucas | Teams of runners comprising Third Army service members and the Kuwait National Guard...... read more read more
Third Army service members representing the Army and the Air Force competed in teams against the Kuwait National Guard in the first Coalition 5k and 10k fun runs at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Jan. 16.
The runs marked the second type of event to build positive relations and a closer sense of brotherhood between Third Army service members and the Kuwait National Guard.
"We are building what I forsee to be a better cooperation between Third Army and the Kuwait National Guard," said Sgt. Maj. Melvin Johnson, garrison sergeant major, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Area Support Group — Kuwait. "This was an unofficial event, but it was good to see two militaries coming together for some friendly competition."
The 5k run had the teams of four with the best time win, while the 10k run was done in teams of 5 with the first team to complete the even being the winner. The fun run and soccer games are the first steps in a growing program to improve relations between Third Army service members and the KNG "off the clock."
"The long term goal is to make contacts and tie some bonds [with the KNG]," said David Docimo, protocol officer, ASG — KU. "I think these programs have some great benefits. The turnout is growing and every one of these events brings more participation from different units."
Future plans for Morale, Welfare and Recreation events include more soccer games and runs. There will also be more chances for other camps in Kuwait to get involved in the activities.
"We are going to increase participation by inviting other camps such as the Kuwait Navy Base and Camp Virginia," said Johnson. "In the future, we would like to get the Navy and Marines involved in the events."
When the races were finished, all the teams came out winners in building a better friendship and a sense of camaraderie forged in the friendly competition.
| Date Taken: | 01.30.2010 |
| Date Posted: | 01.30.2010 03:55 |
| Story ID: | 44632 |
| Location: | CAMP ARIFJAN, KW |
| Web Views: | 405 |
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