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Softball Gains Leadership Insight At Fort Campbell
2/6/2017 3:00:00 PM | Softball
Recently, the Murray State softball team took a trip to Fort Campbell for a visit with 101st Combat Aviation Brigade in advance of their upcoming season. The purpose of the trip was to learn leadership from a military perspective, while also paying tribute to hard-working men and women of our military.
The day included tours of the various helicopters used by the 101CAB, with the student-athletes getting an up-close view and even in some cases, getting to go inside the actual aircrafts themselves. However, the highlight was an afternoon spent with the leadership staff of the 101CAB, including several female officers. The Racers got to hear first-hand about what is like to lead in high-pressure situations, how to respond to adversity and several other topics.
"We are incredibly grateful for Capt. Kristoffer Sibbaluca and the rest of the 101st Airborne's hospitality and willingness to host us at Fort Campbell for the day," said head coach Kara Amundson. "Having the team get to tour the aircraft was a once in a lifetime opportunity. However, the day was made with our ability to interact with the soldiers, many who had been student-athletes themselves. Their willingness to share their successes, their failures, and how they are constantly building their team was the best part of the day. "
The student-athletes themselves also echoed Amundson's sentiments on what an awe-inspiring trip it was. ""Having the opportunity to speak with the men and women serving our country was a very humbling experience," said sophomore pitcher Amber Van Duyse. "Hearing the officers speak at Fort Campbell allowed me to see that being on a team can look different than an athletic team, but the struggles they face are very similar."
Even for someone like senior infielder Maggie Glass, who grew up in nearby Hopkinsville, Kentucky, the day provided a fresh insight into what our military members go through on a daily basis. "Ft. Campbell was a real eye-opening experience for me," said Glass. "It was a great opportunity to get to spend the day on post and see some of what they do. I think it put a lot of things in perspective for us and will help us grow more as a team the rest of the season."
The Racers will look to use some of their newfound perspective this weekend when they travel to Macon, Georgia to open the 2017 season at the Mercer Invitational. While in Georgia, Murray State will take on Portland State, Dayton, Kent State and the host Bears.
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The Murray State softball team wishes to thank Col. Craig Alia of the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade and his staff for their hospitality, cooperation, and service. They also wish to thank Capt. Kristoffer Sibbaluca of the 101st CAB Public Affairs Office for his assistance in the planning and execution of the trip.
The day included tours of the various helicopters used by the 101CAB, with the student-athletes getting an up-close view and even in some cases, getting to go inside the actual aircrafts themselves. However, the highlight was an afternoon spent with the leadership staff of the 101CAB, including several female officers. The Racers got to hear first-hand about what is like to lead in high-pressure situations, how to respond to adversity and several other topics.
"We are incredibly grateful for Capt. Kristoffer Sibbaluca and the rest of the 101st Airborne's hospitality and willingness to host us at Fort Campbell for the day," said head coach Kara Amundson. "Having the team get to tour the aircraft was a once in a lifetime opportunity. However, the day was made with our ability to interact with the soldiers, many who had been student-athletes themselves. Their willingness to share their successes, their failures, and how they are constantly building their team was the best part of the day. "
The student-athletes themselves also echoed Amundson's sentiments on what an awe-inspiring trip it was. ""Having the opportunity to speak with the men and women serving our country was a very humbling experience," said sophomore pitcher Amber Van Duyse. "Hearing the officers speak at Fort Campbell allowed me to see that being on a team can look different than an athletic team, but the struggles they face are very similar."
Even for someone like senior infielder Maggie Glass, who grew up in nearby Hopkinsville, Kentucky, the day provided a fresh insight into what our military members go through on a daily basis. "Ft. Campbell was a real eye-opening experience for me," said Glass. "It was a great opportunity to get to spend the day on post and see some of what they do. I think it put a lot of things in perspective for us and will help us grow more as a team the rest of the season."
The Racers will look to use some of their newfound perspective this weekend when they travel to Macon, Georgia to open the 2017 season at the Mercer Invitational. While in Georgia, Murray State will take on Portland State, Dayton, Kent State and the host Bears.
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The Murray State softball team wishes to thank Col. Craig Alia of the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade and his staff for their hospitality, cooperation, and service. They also wish to thank Capt. Kristoffer Sibbaluca of the 101st CAB Public Affairs Office for his assistance in the planning and execution of the trip.
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