Photo By Dustin Senger | Washington Redskins cheerleaders ride in a Stryker amid a sandstorm at Camp As...... read more read more
CAMP AS SAYLIYAH, Qatar — Professional football cheerleaders brought a brief diversion from combat support operations and recent sand storms at Camp As Sayliyah, Qatar, Feb. 4, by imparting encouraging smiles and enthusiasm during an evening performance.
Eleven Washington Redskins cheerleaders presented high-energy song, dance and cheering routines inside the Central Command rest and recuperation pass program facility at the Qatar base. The appearance was made in coordination with Armed Forces Entrainment, the Department of Defense agency committed to boosting servicemember morale overseas.
Prior to Qatar, the expeditionary burgundy-and-gold cheering team visited troops in Kyrgyzstan and United Arab Emirates. Saudi Arabia is their final venue in Southwest Asia.
In appreciation, General Dynamics Land Systems contractors offered a review of the Stryker battle damage repair facility at the Qatar base. Central Command war fighters have used the light-armored combat vehicles for various mission requirements since 2003.
After becoming familiar with the vehicle, the cheerleaders split up to board one of two Stykyers — each shocked by the spontaneous turn in events. GDLS vehicle commanders took the cheerleaders through off-road terrain for an authentic Stryker experience.
"It seems really durable and safe — I felt like we could go through anything," said Tequia, Washington Redskins cheerleader, after the vehicles returned to the repair facility. "It was definitely one of the funnest things we've done so far."
Simply hanging out with the troops has been the greatest highlight, said Tequia.
| Date Taken: | 02.04.2010 |
| Date Posted: | 02.04.2010 11:45 |
| Story ID: | 44888 |
| Location: | CAMP AS SALIYAH, QA |
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