Instructors vs. Airman-In-Training CFC Flag Football Game

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  • By 2nd Lieutenant Sara Harper
  • 82nd Training Wing Public Affairs
SHEPPARD AFB, Texas --  The 366 Civil Engineering Training Squadron held its second annual Instructors verse Airman-In-Training Combined Federal Campaign flag football game at the Levitow field, Sept. 26.

What a sight to see, the field was packed with more than 500 spectators consisting of Airmen-In-Training, Instructors and families coming out to watch the competitive sporting event.

Both teams were well equipped with athletes who played football in high school or college and participate on Sheppard's recreational teams.

At half time, the Instructors took a 7-6 lead over the Airman, but with all the motivation and cheering from the crowd the score did not stay that way for long.

The majority of the crowd was in favor of the AiTs, and chants from the sidelines grew stronger as the game wore on; "De-fence" and "A-I-T's" were among the most popular.

After a close game, the AiTs pulled off a 14-13 victory over the Instructors to take the win.

The game brought in $640 worth of donations for the CFC, from spectators and the participating athletes. All the money raised was donated to the charity of the game winner's choice.

The AiTs choose to donate the money raised to the Autism Society of America in honor of one of their instructors, Staff Sgt. Antonio Ramirez, whose son is autistic. They wanted to see the money benefit one of their own squadron members.

Lt. Col. James Beam, 366 TRS commander, said the goal for the game was to have some friendly competition, witness team building and have fun, all for a great cause.

"It's fun to play against the instructors," said co-captain of the AiT team, Airman First Class Justin Martin. "It's a good team building exercise, and a lot is on the line with bragging rights."

Tech. Sgt. Derek Allar, 366 TRS flag football team coach, said the event was a good time, and definitely an opportunity to play against students on a personnel level. The goal for the football game was to not only have fun but also for the AiTs to take this with them as they move on to other bases.

"When the economy is struggling, we encourage other squadrons to find a fun way to raise money," said Allar.

The CFC is in its fourth and final week with a base goal of $200,000. Take the opportunity to donate and be a part of raising money for more than 2,000 charities from local, national and international organizations. Millions of people in need all over the world receive support from the money and donations raised throughout this month long campaign.