Fitness Specialist Citations
Staff Sergeant James R Thompson distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Fitness Specialist, 100th Force Support Squadron, 100th Mission Support Group, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England. During this period, Sergeant Thompson showcased his dedication by stepping up as Sports Director where he managed three intramural sports programs, provided field maintenance, and scheduled 43 teams for a total of 180 games. Additionally, he deployed to Incirlik Air Base, Turkey and oversaw 20 camp facilities where he identified and corrected 74 structural issues vital to the safety and living standards of over 800 joint warfighters. Further, he provided vital support for the Alpha Warrior Challenge where he motivated 93 athletes and set up a 56 thousand dollar fitness rig, ensuring complete program success. Finally, he augmented the Fitness Assessment Cell and administered more than 700 tests, spurring the wing's 98 percent passing rate. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Thompson reflect credit upon himself, the 100th Force Support Squadron, and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Rhonda Wells distinguished herself by meritorious service while serving as Fitness Supervisor, 341st Force Support Squadron, 341st Missile Wing, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana. During this period, while serving as Fitness Supervisor, she led 14 Airmen in managing more than one thousand facility reservations, four Wing incentive programs, and four intramural sports programs, directly supporting three thousand Airman, enabling nuclear surety. Furthermore, she directed the Malmstrom Fitness Improvement Program, creating and leading 66 workouts, and helping to save 34 careers and securing the Wing's ninety two percent fitness assessment pass rate. Finally, Sergeant Wells' leadership was demonstrated when she led seven Airmen in the set up and tear down for the base Air Show, helping raise 15,000 dollars for the Wing's Morale, Welfare, and Recreation fund. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Wells reflect credit upon herself, the 341st Force Support Squadron, and the United States Air Force.