running it out

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. - After the completion of the Army versus Space wing Agencies co-ed softball game, both teams line up for a congratulatory high five Aug. 31 here. The Army defeated the Space Wing Agencies 6-1. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Angelina DellaRocco-Rukavina)

Running it out

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. - - Bolting for first base Tony Zielinko , a member of the Joint Functional Component Command for Space team, kicks up a plume of dirt of chalk and dirt during a Over-30 softball league game Aug. 31 here. JFCC-Space beat the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron team 10-6. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Angelina DellaRocco-Rukavina)

Grilling with diamonds

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Dorm residents take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy a free meal here Aug. 28 during a barbecue sponsored by Vandenberg's first sergeants. The barbecue was an informal event held in an effort to give the Airmen the chance to meet with the first sergeants in a relaxed environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

Sculpting balloons

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Ema Warren, who is the daughter of 2nd Lt. Aaron Warren of the 392nd Training Squadron, patiently waits while 2nd Lt. Monique Brown forms a balloon flower for her during the Texas Blowout here Aug. 21. Last year's Texas Blowout event helped raise $20,000 for the Operation Kids' Christmas event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Lee)

Vandenberg celebrates Cultural Heritage Day

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Team V members were afforded the opportunity to learn a native hula dance during Cultural Heritage Day here Aug. 20. The event, sponsored by the Vandenberg Equal Opportunity Office, provided the chance to experience performances and taste foods from many different cultures. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

Vandenberg celebrates Cultural Heritage Day

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Taking advantage of the opportunity to try foods that they might not eat otherwise, Team V members venture through the buffet line of foods from different areas of the world during Cultural Heritage Day here Aug 20. The event, sponsored by the Vandenberg Equal Opportunity Office, highlighted the diversity of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Heather R. Shaw)

Fitness Center holds triathlon for Team V

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Michael Necessary pushes hard during the 20-kilometer bike ride portion of Vandenberg's triathalon here Aug. 16. Necessary, along with teammates Steve Bauer and Megan Lundstrom, took second place for the Team Division. The three athletes finished the 400-meter swim, 20-kilometer bike ride and 5-kilometer run in 1 hour, 8 minutes, 21 seconds. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Lee)

Fitness Center holds triathlon for Team V

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Working on her last lap, Diane Almodovar smoothly swims through the water during the 400-meter swim portion of Vandenberg's triathalon here Aug. 16. The triathalon also included a 20-kilometer bike ride and 5-kilometer run. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Lee)

GMD takes 30-and-Over title

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Warren Watties of the Ground-based Midcourse Defense team attempts to block a 30th Medical Group team member during the 30-and-Over Basketball League Championship game at the fitness center here Aug. 10. The GMD were victorious with a score of 70-67. For more information about intramural sports, call the fitness center at 606-3832. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Angelina DellaRocco-Rukavina)

GMD takes 30-and-Over title

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- During a timeout, members of the 30th Medical Group team take a break before starting the second quarter of the 30-and-Over Basketball League Championship game at the fitness center here Aug. 10. The Ground-based Midcourse Defense team won the championship game 70-67. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Angelina DellaRocco-Rukavina)

GMD takes 30-and-Over title

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Pulling for a jump shot, Fred McCree of the 30th Medical Group team shoots over a Ground-based Midcourse Defense defender during the 30-and-Over Basketball League Championship game at the fitness center here Aug. 10. The GMD was victorious with a score of 70-67. For more information about intramural sports, call the fitness center at 606-3832.

FSS offers boxing workout

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. – Observing his technique, Dominique Cutrer, who works in the 30th Medical Operations Squadron, practices in front of the mirror at the Vandenberg Boxing Club on Aug. 5. Cutrer competed in the 8th Annual Desert Showdown National Tournament in Palm Springs, Calif., finishing in second place. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kerelin Molina)