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Plebe Parent Weekend

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G i l l a n d announced as new USMA commandant

WEST POINT, N.Y.—The Chief of Staff of the Army announced Monday that Brig. Gen. Steve W. Gilland will be the next Commandant of Cadets at the U.S. Military Academy and is expected to assume his duties later this year.

“I am incredibly humbled to be selected as the 77th Commandant of Cadets. It is a true honor to hold the responsibility of developing and mentoring our Army’s future leaders and defenders of our great Nation,” Gilland said. “My family and I are extremely grateful for this opportunity to return to West Point. We look forward to joining the USMA team. Go Army!”

Gilland graduated from West Point in 1990 and holds a Master of Military Operational Art and Science from the Air Force Command and Staff College.

He is currently serving as the Deputy Commanding General, Operations, for the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

Gilland has commanded at every level from company through division and has participated in numerous operational deployments to the Middle East, Africa and Afghanistan.

3March 23, 2017Pointer View IN FOCUS: PLEBE PARENT WEEKENDParents, Class of 2020 enjoy Plebe Parent WeekendStory by Michelle EberhartAssistant Editor

A thin coating of fresh snow covered the U.S. Military Academy central area on March 10, but despite the cold temperatures, plebe parents were out and about, exploring the place that their children call their new home.

“I still have images in my head of leaving him at R-Day which was the hardest day of my life,” Annette Lavagnino said about her Class of 2020 cadet, Anthony. “To be here now and see how well-adjusted he is and how happy he is, and the positive changes in him, as he’s maturing and growing up and taking care of himself, it’s a good feeling for a mom.”

The Lavagninos, who live in San Diego, see their son just a few times a year so they say they’re making every second count.

“It’s really nice to have my parents here because I don’t get to see them that often,” Anthony stated. “I just want to show them how my life at West Point goes on, I want to show them my barracks, and for them to meet my TAC Officer to see the person who is in charge of me while I’m here.”

In addition to exploring the campus, Anthony’s father, Andy, says he’s excited for his son’s near-future endeavors.

“He’s already decided what he’s going to be doing this summer,” Andy remarked, noting that Anthony will be attending air assault training, cadet field training and potentially an AIED abroad in Hungary. “There are a lot of opportunities for West Point cadets to do things, even abroad, that are very exciting and challenging.”

Class of 2020 Cadet Caleb Kifer from Princeton, Indiana says that his parents have kept him busy throughout their visit.

“They find things that I find mundane very interesting,” he laughed. “Like at the mess hall, asking dates and numbers on the ceiling, and I never look at the ceiling, and things like that, but it’s been pretty cool having them around.”

After touring the mess hall, the uniform factory and the gym, Caleb’s mom Julie said she was enjoying her stay.

“This is a very amazing place and we’re very blessed that our son is here,” she said. “The mess hall was gorgeous, the library was gorgeous, waking up and seeing the snow this morning was just a beautiful atmosphere, we just love it here.”

Caleb’s dad Todd described the experience as “overwhelming.”“You know, whenever they’re young and want to come here,

you think, ‘could it possibly happen?’ And now it’s such a big part of our lives,” he said. “It’s just overwhelming to be here and know that so much of our life is here with our son.”

Plebe Layla Cunningham says she’d been looking forward to her mother’s visit for a while.

“I’m glad she was able to come out here,” she said, noting

that they’re from California. “I’m looking forward to show her a lot of my classrooms, the chemistry labs, Arvin, just the way West Point looks, especially because it’s snowing today, it looks really beautiful.”

Layla’s mom Chanda Perry was just as excited, noting that she doesn’t get to see snow often.

“I got to see what the Grade A’s look like, so that was another neat experience to add to the parent weekend,” she said. “I’m feeling really proud and happy to be here with my daughter to have this experience with her at her school.”

Aside from the post tour, Chanda looked forward to Layla returning to California with her during Spring Break.

“She gets to come home, eat what she wants, do what she wants, sleep in her bed. I left her room the same as she had it so she could come home and just unwind,” she added, which is perhaps the most exciting part of Plebe Parent Weekend for the cadets.

After exploring the ins and outs of West Point on March 10 and 11, Plebes and parents celebrated with the Plebe Parent Weekend dinner at Washington Hall on the night of March 11. During the dinner, the Class of 2020 crest was revealed and guests had the opportunity to listen to retired Lt. Gen. and USMA grad, Karl Eikenberry, speak. Plebes were able to go home and officially begin their spring break the morning of March 12.

Retired Lt. Gen. Karl Eikenberry speaks to plebes and their parents during the Plebe Parent Weekend Banquet, March 11. Above Eikenberry is the Class of 2020 Class Crest, which was revealed earlier that night. Photo by John Pellino/DPtMS ViD

A Class of 2020 cadet shows his parents the Indoor Obstacle Course Test (IOCT) at Arvin C a d e t P h y s i c a l D e v e l o p m e n t Center March 10. Throughout Plebe Parent Weekend, p l e b e s h a d t h e o p p o r t u n i t y t o show their parents different parts of t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n i n c l u d i n g t h e i r barracks, the library, the uniform factory and more. Photo by Michelle eberhart/PV

Class of 2020 Cadet Riley Eck shows his family the U.S. Military Academy central area on a snowy morning during Plebe Parent Weekend. Photo by Michelle eberhart/PV

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Women’s History theme is about “Strength”Story and photos by Kathy EastwoodStaff Writer

“A woman is like a tea bag, you never know how strong she is until you put her in hot water.”

—Eleanor Roosevelt

The annual Women’s History Month Observance was held March 8 at the West Point Club with guest speaker Deputy Mayor for Housing and Economic Development for New York City, Alicia Glen, who spoke about women’s accomplishments in the past and ways women can make a difference.

The program began with a short video explaining the origins of Women’s History Month with comments from cadets about how they feel about women in the military and business. The international theme of Women’s History Month is “Honoring Trailblazing Women in Labor and Business.”

“Women’s History Month actually began in New York City,” Glen explained. “At the time it was known as International Working Women’s Day over a century ago and commemorated a very famous strike by women garment workers, especially for those working at the Triangle Shirt Factory. The objective that these women were fighting for sounds very familiar to us today. They were fighting for fair pay, for paid time off, for a work week that would allow them to be a social worker and caregiver (for their families). And as we celebrate what women have accomplished over the past century, we have to look now what we can do, how we can serve, how we can make this a more fair and equitable world for women.”

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory employed women and young girls as workers for 13 cents per hour with a 13-hour work day. Most of the workers were immigrants. The factory erupted into flames March 25, 1911 becoming one of the deadliest fires in New York City’s history with 146 dead, nearly half were teenagers.

Just a year before, thousands of garment workers in New York began agitating for better pay, shorter hours, better conditions, safer shops and unions.

Glen spoke about her family and community where she grew up and where everyone was expected to serve in one way or another.

“My mother served as a judge and was the first woman dean in CUNY Law School. My father decided to enlist in the war on poverty and was the first lawyer at the Harlem Legal Services,” Glen said.

“My stepmother worked for the city and state government and my brother chose to go into the U.S. Navy. When I think of that collective family history, I think a lot about the two righteous moms I had in my life who were very unusual for their generation. They invested

in me a real sense of responsibility, not only for service, but also to actually be honest and that to think about service through a gender lens and to recognize and fight sexism everywhere we see it.”

Glen said that working across generations and together, there are ways we can move the needle and fundamentally improve the process for all women across the country. Although there is the obvious lofty goal of breaking the ultimate glass ceiling and electing a female president, there are also the more modest roles women can take to effect change.

“There is a Girl Scout Troop in my neighborhood, Girl Scout Troop 3684, and what they do every single day is sell their cookies and have fundraisers so they can erect the first statue of a woman in Central Park,” Glen said. “Do you believe it, there is 150 years of Central Park, there are 24 statues of historical figures and not one woman, but for those 9 and 10-year-old girls, they get out of bed every day and they are going to do something about it.”

Glen said she read about some of the women of West Point and even though she always

thought of herself as brave, gutsy, driven and intense, she realized she wasn’t all that brave when she learned about some of the trail blazing women who came through West Point, women like Kristen Baker.

“One thing is very clear to me, no one winds up here or nobody stays here by accident and you have to earn it,” Glen said. “Women are doing double duty. You are proving yourself as a woman and that you can compete at the very highest level. It doesn’t change when you leave this institution.”

“Women lead just 5 percent of Fortune 500 Firms, we represent only 20 percent in Congress and we are 97th in the world in terms of representation of women in our highest elective bodies. We continue to earn less than men do and those statistics haven’t budged much in decades. You cannot do it alone; you have to build a community. West Point is an example of community. Not only are you competing with grades and physical ability, but also you are doing it as a part of a community. Build a network and you have to work hard to build those bonds but it is time well spent.”

Deputy Mayor for Housing and Economic Development for New York City Alicia Glen spoke to cadets, staff and faculty at the Women's History Month Observance at the West Point Club March 8. Glen leads the de Blasio administration's efforts to grow and diversify New York City's economy, invest in emerging industries across the five boroughs, build a new generation of affordable housing, and help New Yorkers secure good-paying jobs that can support a family.

Deputy Mayor for Housing and Economic Development for New York City Alicia Glen was the guest speaker at the 2017 Women's History Month Observance at the West Point Club March 8.

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2016-17 Cadet Club Activities

Orienteering: The Army West Point Orienteering team traveled to Dallas March 3-5 to compete in the annual Intercollegiate Orienteering Championship.

The Army West Point Men’s and Women’s Orienteers raced in two different course divisions—Red for men and Green for women.

The “O-Team” swept the team categories and earned several top 3 finishes in the individual categories.

The team raced across rugged terrain which, although not nearly as treacherous as their Rockbound Highland Home, challenged everyone.

Despite impenetrable thorns, persistent drizzle, muddy chasms and disgruntled feral hogs, the Orienteering cadets conquered all obstacles to defend their 15th consecutive National Intercollegiate Orienteering Championship title.

In the team categories, teams of 4-5 cadets swept the top three places.

Individually, the Army West Point Orienteers placed well too.

Class of 2017 Cadet John McCormick placed second overall and Class of 2020 Cadet Gino Saponari placed third for the men. Class of 2020 Cadet Arelena Shala and Class of 2018 Cadet Jessica Johnson placed second and third, respectively, for the women.

The team is excited and proud to continue to represent West Point on the national stage, demonstrating our winning culture and pursuit of land navigation excellence.

Model United Nations Forum: The West Point Model

IN FOCUS: CADET CLUB ACTIVITIES

United Nations team traveled to the West Coast March 3-5 to compete in the Berkeley Model UN Conference in San Francisco.

The Army MUN team achieved success battling with top west coast universities as well as Ivy League teams.

At the conference, cadets negotiated innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges including disarmament and security, the Asian Financial Crisis of 1997, and the fall of the Holy Roman Empire.

The young team performed well with four cadets recognized for superior performances.

The results included Class of 2018 Cadet Jackson Armstrong (Honorable mention-third place), Class of 2020 Cadet Elizabeth Cross (Verbal Commendation-fourth place), Class of 2017 Cadet Ian Berry (Verbal Commendation-fourth place) and Class of 2017 Cadet Ezra Engel (Verbal Commendation-fourth place).

Also integral parts to the team were Class of 2017 Cadet Jack Bagdadi, Class of 2018 Cadet Rokas Dubinas, Class of 2019 Cadet John Govern, and Class of 2020 Cadets Dana Cody, Richard Delzell, Wesley Swain and John Lorenz.

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UK General discusses “Special Relationship” with U.S.Story by Michelle EberhartAssistant Editor

Lt. Gen. Nicholas “Nick” Pope, deputy chief of the General Staff of the British Army, spoke to the USMA Class of 2018 as part of the 71st annual Kermit Roosevelt Lecture Series, March 7.

The Kermit Roosevelt Lecture Series was designed as a memorial to Kermit Roosevelt, the second son of President Teddy Roosevelt, and was intended to establish a better understanding and a closer relationship between the militaries of the United Kingdom and the United States of America.

Kermit served with both the British and American armies during World Wars I and II.

Eventually, he was commissioned into the U.S. Army as a major and served as an intelligence officer at Fort Richardson, Alaska, where he died on active duty in 1943.

Following his death, Kermit’s wife wrote to Gen. George Marshall, the Chief of Staff of the Army at the time, recommending an annual exchange of military lectures between the UK and the U.S. as a memorial to her late husband.

In her letter, she wrote that Kermit, “attempted to carry out in his own life his conviction that the development of a closer relationship between individual English and Americans and a better understanding between the military forces in the United States and the United Kingdom would contribute in large measure to the preservation of world peace.”

Superintendent Lt. Gen. Robert L. Caslen Jr. said that the alliance between the two countries is still strong today.

“The world has changed considerably since the series inception seven decades ago, however, the one constant has been the stalwart alliance between the United States and United Kingdom, particularly with this partnership and relationship between its militaries, even as we sit in this auditorium today, British and American troops are working together, training side by side, across the globe, to meet the challenges of the current threats to both of our nations and preparing for the uncertainties of tomorrow’s complex global security environment,” he said.

Pope then took the stage to discuss the importance of relationships, particularly the relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States.

“I want to unpack whether or not there is a special relationship between the UK and the U.S. and whether there is a need for a special relationship in the future,” he started. “I want to give you an idea of how we think, on the small end of the telescope.”

Pope took the Class of 2018 through history, explaining that the British Soldiers had been fighting with Gerkha Soldiers for 200 years. Even the relationship between the U.S. and UK began on the battlefield, in the crucible of war.

He also stated that the special relationship between the UK and the U.S. can be looked at through three different lenses—common sense of purpose, common interest and institutionalization.

“So for me, the idea of a special relationship works quite well,” Pope said as he began to explain the importance of enduring that relationship.

One reason in particular to endure the bond, Pope said, is the diffusion of power. As more countries begin to have influence on the world stage, Pope suggests that we must think sensibly about our interoperability and who we share our bonds with.

“To be special and have a relationship requires you to work together,” he told the class. “I have no doubt that many of you in the future will be privileged not only to command your own troops but hopefully have the honor to command troops from other nations and hopefully Britain will be amongst those, and similarly, I look forward to my young men coming out of the Royal Military Academy of Sandhurst and would give them exactly the same motto.”

Pope talked about common values, standards and leadership styles that shape the Soldiers of both the UK and U.S. armies. In talking about leadership, Pope ended with six bullets of an army leadership code: Initiative, making things happen, expressing your needs clearly, knowing your Soldiers, having empathy and maintaining standards.

“I think we have a blueprint of the future and I know it resonates extremely close with your own leadership design,” Pope added.

As Pope ended, he gave the class his final thoughts.“Yes, I think there is a special relationship… I do think it’s

a relationship that will last for some time, I do hope you get something out of what I’ve talked about there, so I leave you with four words: ‘Go Army, Beat Navy!’”

The Class of 2018 thanked Pope with a roaring applause and presented him a cadet tar bucket.

Gen. Robert “Bob” B. Brown will be going to Great Britain for the 71st annual Kermit Roosevelt Lecture on behalf of the United States Army.

Lt. Gen. Nicholas “Nick” Pope, deputy chief of the General Staff of the British Army, speaks with USMA Superintendent Lt. Gen. Robert L. Caslen Jr. and cadets during his visit to the U.S. Military Academy, March 7. Pope delivered the 71st annual Kermit Roosevelt Lecture and spoke about the special relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States. Photo by John Pellino/DPtMS ViD

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Religious Services POCsUSMA Chaplain—Col. Matt Pawlikowski at 938-3316.

Garrison Chaplain—Lt. Col. David Jacob at 938-6717/2003.

Catholic Community Chaplain—Maj. Ken Bolin at 938-3721/8760.

Jewish Community Chaplain—Capt. David Ruderman at 938-2766/2710.

Protestant Community Chaplain—Lt. Col. Brett Charsky at 938-0585/3412.

USCC Brigade Chaplain—Lt. Col. Harold Cline at 938-0585/3412.

Website to access services: http://www.westpoint.army.mil/documents/ReligiousServices_rso.pdf Religious ServicesAssembly of God—Sunday, 10 a.m. at 134 Old State Road in Highland Falls.

• West Point Sexual Assault/Harassment Response Hotline: 845-659-7467;• USMA SHARP Program Manager, Samantha Ross—call 845-938-0508;• USCC SARC, Capt. Kathryn Hermon—call 845-938-7479 or email kathryn.hermon@usma.edu;• USMAPS SARC, Dr. Stephanie Marsh—call 845-938-1950 or email stephanie.marsh@usma.edu;• Garrison SARC, Dan Toohey—call 845-938-5657 or email dan.toohey@usma.edu;• KACH SARC, Sgt. 1st Class Cheri Safford—call 938-4150 or cheri.k.safford.mil@mail.mil;• USCC Victim Advocate, Kerry Dunham—call 845-938-3532 or email kerry.dunham@usma.edu.

SHARP Resources

Religious Services at West PointChurch of Christ—Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at the Cadet Interfaith Center, Bldg. 147.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints—Sunday, 10 a.m. at Thayer Hall, Room 144.

Eastern Orthodox—Sunday, 9 a.m. at St. Martin’s Chapel in the Cadet Chapel.

Episcopal—Sunday, 10 a.m. at the Church of the Holy Innocents in Highland Falls.

Jewish—Friday, 7 p.m. at the Jewish Chapel.

Lutheran—Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at the Old Cadet Chapel in the West Point Cemetery.

Muslim—Friday, noon-1:45 p.m. at the Cadet Interfaith Center, Bldg. 147.

Gospel—Sunday, 12:30 p.m. at the Post Chapel.

Protestant—Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at the Cadet Chapel and the Post Chapel. Sunday, 5 p.m. in Robinson Auditorium.

Catholic—Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. at Most Holy Trinity Chapel.

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By David Vergun and Cotton PuryearArmy News Service

WASHINGTON—A winter storm dumped up to two feet of snow March 14 in portions of Pennsylvania and New York and bore down on New England with gale-force winds as four mid-Atlantic governors declared states of emergency.

About 2,000 Army National Guard Soldiers were on duty in New Jersey, New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania to help state multi-agency responders, according to the National Guard Bureau.

New York Army National Guard Soldiers were reportedly in the Buffalo area, ready to respond to emergencies on the New York State Thruway. About 700 Pennsylvania National Guard troops were also prepared to assist stranded motorists on the Interstates and Turnpike, according to Guard officials in that state.

Guard members used Humvees and light/medium tactical trucks to provide transportation for first responders through deep snow and helped evacuate citizens in need of shelter.

“Once again our Soldiers have demonstrated their ability to safely and rapidly position troops and equipment at key locations so they are ready to assist citizens of the commonwealth during times of hazardous weather,” said Maj. Gen. Timothy P. Williams, the adjutant general of Virginia.

Record Storm on the same day as 1993The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

reported on its website that the “Storm of the Century,” which occurred on the same day in 1993, “was one of the most intense

National Guard called out as winter storm pummels NortheastAbout 2 ,000 Army National Guard Soldiers were on duty in New Jersey, N e w Y o r k , Virginia and Pennsylvania on March 14 to help state multi-agency responders , according to the National Guard Bureau. Photo by U.S. arMy

mid-latitude cyclones ever observed” over the East Coast.The Superstorm of 1993, as it was also called, “was more

significant than most landfalling hurricanes or tornado outbreaks and ranks among the deadliest and most costly weather events

of the 20th century,” the website reported.The National Guard was called out then as well, and

reportedly used helicopters to drop hay in fields to keep livestock from starving in deep snowy areas of North Carolina.

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By Army Research Laboratory Public Affairs

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md.—For many years, the Army Research laboratory has partnered with U.S. Military Academy to sponsor internships in science and technology.

Dean of the Academic Board Brig. Gen. Cindy R. Jebb visited the laboratory to meet with ARL officials for briefings, demonstrations and a facilities tour March 10.

Acting ARL Director Dr. Philip Perconti told Jebb that the relationship has been of great value to the laboratory as well as the future Army officers.

“From an ARL perspective, we want future officers to understand our S&T capabilities and our role in building and equipping the future force,” Perconti said.

The director told Jebb how Army researchers are focused on discovering, innovating and transitioning new technologies for Soldiers.

The Academy is in the business of preparing cadets for the future, Jebb said.

“Over the past 15 years, the ability to bring new technologies to the warfighter has been transformative,” she said.

During technology demonstrations, Army researchers showcased projects that featured

involvement from past cadet internships.Army scientist Dr. Shawn Walsh said his

research benefited greatly from the work of USMA Cadet Jacob T. Moffatt, who worked at the lab in 2015 exploring the potential of robots to protect Soldiers.

“We try to expose cadets to new ideas, concepts and technologies both within and outside their current interest areas,” Walsh said. “But it’s also an opportunity for us to learn from the cadets. Where does he or she see the future Army? What is important to them as future leaders?”

Jebb also met with Army researchers working on biotechnology, power sources for remote sensing applications and algorithms to improve packbots for military applications—all projects that USMA cadets have previously worked on with ARL staff.

“We want a heterogeneous group of officers with a broad range of skills to the ability to deal with uncertain future environments,” Jebb said. “We feel strongly that we’re developing critical thinkers.”

Officials said they hoped to carry on the relationship between the academy and the laboratory.

“These collaborative opportunities benefit both organizations,” Perconti said.

Jebb makes visit to Army Research Laboratory March 10

Army scientist Dr. Shawn Walsh (right) briefs Brig. Gen. Cindy R. Jebb (left), U.S. Military Academy Dean of the Academic Board, visits the U.S. Army Research Laboratory at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, March 10. U.S. arMy Photo by DaViD Mcnally

The Price is Right special, “College Rivals,” themed episode airs at 11 a.m. Friday on CBS. The universities competing are USC, UCLA, University of Michigan, Michigan State University, University of Texas at Austin, University of Oklahoma, Duke University, University of North Carolina, University of South Carolina, Clemson, University of Georgia, Georgia Institute of Technology, Army (United States Military Academy) and Navy (United States Naval Academy).

USMA Cadets on “The Price Is Right”

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#USMA Social SceneInstagram & twitter: @westpoint_usma

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helen.pdf: Made them all wear Black & Gold

hopkinsa12: I would talk about plebe parent weekend but I need extra credit in DIRT sooo if you notice the cumulus clouds brought in by the low pressure system that would be great!

goarmywestpoint: The softball team had a great time this morning taking a tour of MacDill AFB!

commandant.usmilitaryacademy: A blizzard at West Point! A good week for the Corps to be away on Spring Break!

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ANNOUNCEMENTSApplied Robotics for Installation and Base Operations demonstration

The West Point community is invited to the Applied Robotics for Installation and Base Operations (ARIBO) initiative demonstration March 29 and 30.

The demonstration vehicle will be available from 8:45 a.m. -3 p.m. both days to carry interested passengers from the pick-up/drop-off location at the southwest corner of Daly Field near the Superintendent’s Review Stand along Thayer Extension.

Engineers and other personnel involved in the development of the vehicle will be on-hand to answer questions and provide a short briefing on the technology and capabilities being displayed.

The EECS Department is supporting the AM General and the U.S. Tank Automotive Research Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) partnership to develop and demonstrate an automatic driving MV-1 vehicle at West Point.

The demonstration is intended to introduce and educate cadets and Academy personnel to the technology associated with the Army’s Robotic and Autonomous Systems Strategy (RAS).

The program’s aim is to advance the state of military robotics while simultaneously addressing U.S. military base needs by creating reliable military robotic technology and reducing operational and personnel costs.

West Point Tax Assistance CenterThe West Point Tax Assistance Center is now open and is

located next to the Claims Office on the first floor of Building 626, across from Buffalo Soldier Field.

IRS-trained tax preparers will be available to answer your questions and file your tax returns from 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-4 p.m. Monday through Friday through April 7.

Call 845-938-5920 to schedule an appointment, as services are by appointment only. Call early to schedule your appointment and come with your military ID.

Federal and state income tax preparation is free for active duty service members stationed at West Point, eligible dependents and all cadets.

Due to reductions in personnel at the West Point Tax Assistance Center, preparers are not authorized to prepare business or corporate tax returns or provide tax service to retirees.

The Tax Assistance Center can e-file most federal and state income tax forms.

To have your taxes prepared, you will need the following information and forms at time of appointment (as applicable):

• W2 (Wage and Earnings Statement);• Spouse’s SSN and Date of Birth;• Children’s SSNs and Dates of Birth;• Voided Check with Bank Routing and Account #’s;• 1099DIV (Dividend Statement);• 1099B (Sale of Stock and Mutual Funds);• 1099INT (Interest Statment);• 1099R (Retirement Pay);

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EDUCATION and WORKSHOPS

• Itemized Deduction Receipts;• Tuition Receipts + 1098T;• 2016 Tax Return (if available and tax return was not

completed by the tax center);• HUD-1 settlement statements for new home purchase and

sales;• Sales Tax receipts for the purchase of a new automobile;• Power of Attorney (if you are filling for a spouse who will

not be present to sign the return).

Protestant Women of the ChapelThe West Point Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC)

meets every Wednesday from 9-11 a.m. at the West Point Post Chapel. Childcare is available.

The evening class meets every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Post Chapel. Email questions to wp.pwoc@gmail.com and check out PWOC’s Facebook page at West Point PWOC.

Gospel ServiceThe Gospel Service at West Point is ongoing. Under the

leadership of Chaplain (Capt.) Loy Sweezy Jr., the Gospel Service will be held from 12:30-1:30 p.m. every Sunday at the Post Chapel.

The service is open to all who want to attend. Also, there are many opportunities to serve the ministry with your talents and gifts.

For details, contact the Chaplain Sweezy at 938-4246.

Most Holy Trinity West Point Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Group

Mothers of children ages 0-5 are invited to join us at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Chapel. The purpose of the group is to build friendships and foster community goodwill with other West Point moms.

Being a mom is hard work, and we all need love and support to encourage us through the journey.

Meetings include time to socialize and discuss the joys and challenges of motherhood, speakers from the community on a variety of topics, and creative activities.

The group will meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Cloister Room of the Chapel of The Most Holy Trinity on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. There is a registration fee and because the group meets in the evenings, childcare will not be provided.

For registration details, contact Kristin at kristin8513@gmail.com.

James I. O’Neill High School’s Spring Musical: “The Drowsy Chaperone”

James I. O’Neill High School hosts its spring musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” at 7 p.m. March 31, 7 p.m. April 1 and 2 p.m. April 2 at the O’Neill auditorium.

The main actors are junior Alexandra Angelopoulos, playing (Wo)Man in Chair; sophomore Michaela Rienertsen, playing Janet Van de Graaff; senior Ethan Penner, playing Robert Martin; and junior Maggie Haley, playing the Drowsy Chaperone.

The musical is a parody of American musical comedy of the 1920s. The story concerns a middle-aged, asocial musical theater fan; as he plays the record of his favorite musical, the (fictional) 1928 hit “The Drowsy Chaperone,” the show comes to life onstage as he wryly comments on the music, story and actors.

The musical is directed by Christine Bokhour, who is a Broadway veteran with five shows to her credit, with musical direction by Paul Heckert and lights and sound by Thomas Cunane.

The cast is rounded out with Grace Neary as Trix the Aviatrix, Alanna Kelly as the Superintendent with Abigail Hatch, Laurel Bennett, Julia Hajjar, Cinthia Morocho, Anna Read, Luke Kilner, Kaitlyn Hilley, Daniel Kimball, Gwendolin Learey, Miriam Rice and Katie Yankovich in the ensemble.

Grace Baptist Church of Highland Falls servicesThe West Point family is invited to attend any and all services

at the Grace Baptist Church, located at 54 Old State Road, in Highland Falls, New York. The church is close to Thayer Gate.

The church holds services on Sunday morning (Sunday School for all ages at 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service at 11 a.m.), Sunday evening (6 p.m.), and Wednesday evening (7 p.m.), as well as seasonal Bible studies for men, women and college-aged young people. Transportation is provided as needed.

For any questions, visit the church website at www.gracebaptistny.org.

Community

Most Holy Trinity Catholic Chapel eventsMost Holy Trinity Catholic Chapel has events through

the Lent season.• Every Friday through Lent—Stations of the Cross—6-7

p.m.;• Wednesday—Lenten Reconciliation Service—6:30

p.m.;• April 9—Palm Sunday procession—10 a.m., from

religious education to MHT;• April 13—Holy Thursday Mass of The Lord’s

Supper—7 p.m.;• April 14—Good Friday Service of the Cross—5 p.m.;• April 15—Holy Saturday Easter Vigil—10 p.m.;• April 16—Easter Sunday—10:30 a.m. Service.

Army Education Center

College courses are offered through the Army Education Center at West Point, located at 683 Buckner Loop.

Undergraduate classes: • Mount Saint Mary College—Call Shari Seidule at 845-446-

0535 or email Sharon.Seidule@msmc.edu;• Saint Thomas Aquinas—Call Erica Rodriguez at 845-446-

2555 or email ERodrigu@stac.edu.Graduate studies:• John Jay College of Criminal Justice–Master’s Degree in

Public Administration—Call Jennifer Heiney at 845-446-5959 or email jjcwestpoint@yahoo.com;

• Long Island University–Master’s Degrees in School Counseling, Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Counseling—Call Mary Beth Leggett at 845-446-3818 or email marybeth.leggett@liu.edu.

Army Personnel Testing programsThe Army Education Center at West Point offers Army

Personnel Testing (APT) programs such as the AFCT, DLAB, DLPT, SIFT through the DA and DLI.

Tests are free of charge to Soldiers. Call the Testing Center at 938-3360 or email gwenn.wallace@usma.edu for details or an appointment.

Employee Assistance ProgramWest Point Garrison offers an Employee Assistance Program

that provides free and confidential counseling for civilians, family members and retirees.

The program offers services from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. The EAP is located at 656 Eichelberger Road.

For details, call 938-1039.

DANTES testingThe Army Education Center at West Point offers academic

testing programs through the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) such as the SAT and ACT. Pearson VUE offers licensing and certification exams.

Most tests are free of charge to Soldiers.Call the Testing Center at 938-3360 or email gwenn.wallace@

usma.edu for details or an appointment.

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WEST POINT MWR CALENDAR www.westpointmwr.com

FEATURED EVENT

CYSitters Babysitting CourseThe Babysitting Course is designed to familiarize teens

with the responsibilities of babysitting and also teach skills and techniques needed for sitters to become competent and caring.

Students will receive training materials, a certifi cate of completion and a wallet size babysitting course card.

There is course from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday for ages 12 and up with a minimal fee at the Lee CDC.

To register, call 938-3969.

CYS Sports Soccer and Baseball registrationRecreational soccer and baseball registration for West Point

residents and off-post residents runs through March 13.Registration will only be granted to children whose physical

will run through the full 10-week session. Recreational soccer games will be played from 5-6 p.m.

Mondays and Wednesdays. Recreational baseball games will be played from 5-7 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays. For pricing and more details, call 938-4458.

West Point School Age Center Summer CampThe School Age Center offers weekly summer camp

programming for children in kindergarten through fi fth grade. The West Point SAC provides a variety of experiences for

children through planned and developmentally appropriate activities and experiences that promote learning and exploration. Weekly sessions begin June 12.

To request summer camp care, log on to militarychildcare.com anytime beginning Wednesday.

For more details, call 845-938-4458/0939.

CYS Services need Soccer and Baseball coachesCYS Sports is looking for coaches for our spring recreation

soccer and baseball season. There will be four divisions for soccer and three divisions

for baseball. For details, call 938-8896.

CYS Services needs Basketball coachesChild, Youth and School Services is looking for coaches for

its winter recreation basketball season. There will be four divisions: Little Shooters for 4 year olds,

Training League for 5-6 year olds, Collegiate League for 7-8 year olds and Jr. NBA for 9-11 year olds.

Training and Collegiate Leagues will take place between 5-8 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays and the Jr. NBA will take place between 6-8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Little Shooters will take place from 10-10:45 a.m. on Saturday mornings.

For details, call 938-8896.

FOR THE YOUTHS

FOR THE FAMILIESSpecialized Training of Military Parent (STOMP)

A Specialized Training of Military Parent workshop will take place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 3-4 at Lee Area CDC Building 140.

If you are a member of a military family with a child with special needs, an educator of children with special needs or a professional that works with families and children with special needs, then this workshop is for you.

Registration is required to ensure all participants receive the available information and resource materials.

Register at https://west-point-stomp.eventbrite.com or call EFMP offi ce at 938-5655.

Hunters Education CourseRegister for the Hunters Education Course with Round Pond

Recreation Area from 9a.m.-5p.m. Monday-Friday at 938-2503. There are 30 spots for local military and community members before it is broadcasted on the NYS DEC Webpage. The class will be held at the Bonneville Cabin, Round Pond Recreation Area from 8a.m.-5 p.m. April 15.

Age Restrictions/Requirements: Students must be 11 years or older to take this course (Note: In New York State, the minimum age to hunt is 12 years old).

All Hunter Education Courses require the completion of homework prior to attending the course. Proof of completed homework must be brought to the course led by an instructor. The homework will take several hours to complete.

There are no ‘online-only’ courses. Homework and the in-person instruction portion of the course is required for all New York courses. For details, visit http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/92267.html

This event is open to the general public. For more information, call 938-2503.

The Bride Wore Murder Mystery Dinner TheaterThe Bride Wore Murder Mystery Dinner will take place 7-10

p.m. April 28. Enjoy an evening of fi ne cuisine, dancing and crime at the West Point Club where professional stage, TV and fi lm actors are seated around you and you are a part of the show.

Cocktail hour begins at 7 p.m. with appetizers, cash bar and one complimentary drink. Dinner, dessert and the show begin at 8 p.m.

Make reservations at www.tinyurl.com/japslrl or call 845-446-5506.

Registration is now open for the winter beginner and intermediate/advanced swim sessions.

There will be an eight-week session for beginners, a six-week session for intermediate, and two eight-week sessions for advanced.

Register now to reserve your spot. For more details and pricing, call 938-8525.

Ski Lesson registrationThe West Point Ski Lesson registration at Victor Constant

Ski Area is ongoing. Patrons can register from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

For more details, call 845-938-8810.

West Point Brew FestJoin the West Point Club from 6-9 p.m. April 7 for its

inaugural Brew Fest. Vote for your favorite local and national brews. Enjoy live music and get a free drinking glass.

There is a minimal fee for this event. For more details, call 938-5120 or visit thewestpointclub.com.

2017 West Point Racquetball LeagueThe Family and MWR Sports offi ce will conduct the 2017

FOR THE ADULTS

West Point Racquetball League open to all USMA personnel 18 years of age and older.

The League will be held on the fourth fl oor of Arvin Cadet Physical Development Center.

This will be a monthly league with different formats being held from month to month. The second months league sign-ups are ongoing.

For more information, contact James McGuinness at 845-938-3066 or by e-mail at jim.mcguinness@usma.edu.

Winter Bowling LeaguesThe MWR Bowling Center is seeking individuals who may be

interested in playing in a winter bowling league. No experience is needed.

The Bowling Center has openings on Sunday, Monday and Thursday nights.

If interested, contact Edward.Marvin@usma.edu or call 938-2140 for details.

Arts & Crafts March and April classes• Tuesday—Pint Size Picasso–Frida Kahlo, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Supplies included;• April 4—Pint Size Picasso–Mary Cassatt, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Supplies included;• April 6—Little Impressionists–10:30-11 a.m. For ages 2

and up;• April 11—Pint Size Picasso–Van Gogh, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Supplies included;• April 18—Pint Size Picasso–Monet, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Supplies included.New at Arts & Crafts—Pick your own projects. Choose a

day and time that works for you.• Tuesday and March 30—Pick your own project, 10 a.m.-7

p.m.;• April 1, 15 and 29—Pick your own project, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Projects include Canvas painting, featuring many of the Wine

and Paint and Cookies and Canvas offerings that Arts & Crafts has had in the past. Pallet Painting—featuring 4”x24”signs, 12”x12” signs, 14”x24” signs, and Lazy Susans.

Make a one of a kind piece for your home or as a gift. Glass Fusion—featuring small dishes, ornaments and cheese boards.

Registration is required for all classes. There is a minimal fee for the classes.

For more details, call 938-4812.

Easter Bunny Morning Egg HuntCome out to the West Point Club from 10 a.m.-noon April 8

for its annual Easter egg hunt. There will be two hunts for children: Ages 1-6 and ages 7-11.

Enjoy Easter Bunny photos, egg coloring, cupcake decorating, bounce houses and a manicure station. There is a minimal fee for this event. Two adults per child limit.

For more details, call 938-5120.

Easter Sunday Brunch and Egg HuntJoin the West Point Club April 16 for its traditional Easter

Brunch. There are two seatings and egg hunts will be available. The fi rst seating at 11 a.m. takes place in the Pierce Room

with an egg hunt at 12:30 p.m. The second seating at 1 p.m. is in the Grand Ballroom with

an egg hunt at 2:30 p.m. There is a minimal fee for this event. Last day to cancel is April 13. To make reservations, call

938-5120.

CYS Sports Winter Swimming sessions

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Friday—“Beauty and the Beast,” PG-13, 7:30 p.m.Saturday—No Show.(For movie details and updated schedules, visit www.shopmyexchange .com/ ree l - t ime- thea t res /West -Point-1044343.)

Theatre schedule at Mahan Hall, Bldg. 752.MOVIES at MAHAN

Keller CornerSave the Date: 2017 American Red Cross Blood Drive at West Point

The 2017 American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon-7 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and noon-6 p.m. March 30 at West Point’s Eisenhower Hall.

The Blood Drive is open to active and reserve duty military members, cadets, dependents, retirees and civilians.

Visit http://goo.gl/4reZDK to learn if you are eligible to donate; or go to http://goo.gl/ucjfsI and schedule a blood donation appointment.

New Patient Portal Secure Messaging Access

Since 2009, Military Health System patients who receive care at military hospitals or clinics have had access to a robust messaging capability allowing authorized patients the ability to securely communicate with their health care team.

While the various secure communication systems are known by different names, on Jan. 28, the Department of Defense will have a dedicated platform that meets DOD cyber-security standards: Patient Portal Secure Messaging will be accessible at this new link: https://mil.relayhealth.com.

All the same capabilities that users have come to appreciate continue to be available. Patient Portal Secure Messaging, powered by RelayHealth, is the same patient centric secure messaging platform that enables patients to directly communicate securely via the internet with their primary care provider team to receive advice on minor medical issues, chronic disease management, test results, appointment requests, medication refi lls and other health care needs.

Patient Portal Secure Messaging allows patients to communicate with their health care team at their convenience, whenever they want and wherever they are.

Patients can easily access Patient Portal Secure Messaging from any device, e.g., smart phone, tablet or desktop computer.

It is a valuable service that helps save time and money by eliminating trips to the military hospital or clinic.

Pat ients can reduce unnecessary appointments and stress by communicating virtually and directly with their health care team.

Talk with your provider or care team to enroll or if you are one of the 1.6 million Military Health System beneficiaries that have an existing Patient Portal Secure Messaging account, bookmark https://mil.relayhealth.com in your browser to continue communicating securely with your healthcare teams.

You can learn more about this change at http://sites.mckesson.com/milpatients/.

JOES Replies Help Keller Better Serve Our Benefi ciaries

The Joint Outpatient Experience Survey (JOES) has replaced the Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey (APLSS). JOES will combine and standardize long-standing methods used by the Army, Navy, Air Force and Defense Health Agency/National Capital Region to learn about benefi ciary health care experiences with the goal of making them better.

This single outpatient-visit based instrument will assist military treatment facilities with their goal of becoming a high reliability organization.

• Melody in Motion with Desrae: Sing children’s songs, dance with ribbons, play instruments, march in a parade and more from 3:30–5 p.m. Monday at B126 Washington Road. We will enjoy a variety of music from many countries with a variety of movements.

To register, email jgellman@bbcgrp.com by today.

• Eat a Rainbow Every day: Story book and craft—Eat a Rainbow every day. For this fun and educational event, join us at B126 Washington Road from 9:30-10:30 a.m. April 4.

The kids will learn about food and colors to create a rainbow picture by using different colors. To register, email jgellman@bbcgrp.com by March 30.

West Point Command Channel

Army Newswatch Thursday, Friday and Monday-March 30

8:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.

For the week of March 23-30Channels 8/23

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Army Softball picks up two shutouts in Florida finale

Senior pitcher Caroline Smith threw a complete game shutout in a 1-0 victory over Bethune-Cookman during Army West Point’s final day in Florida. The win was Smith’s team-leading sixth of the season as she held the Rattlers to five hits over seven innings. Photo coUrteSy of arMy athletic coMMUnicationS

By Stephen WaldmanArmy Athletic Communications

The Army West Point Softball team picked up a pair of shutout wins over Florida A&M, 3-0, and Bethune-Cookman, 1-0, in its final day in Florida, March 18.

The Black Knights improved to 17-9 on the season, while the Rattlers dropped to 5-21-1 and the Wildcats are now 9-22.

Highlights and game notes • Army improved to 2-4 against the Rattlers

and 2-0 against Bethune-Cookman in the all-time series.

• This was the second time this season the Black Knights have won consecutive games by shutting out their opponents.

• The Black Knights had a game without any errors for the sixth time this season in game one.

• Army closed out its spring break trip with a record of 6-5.

• Sophomore Kennedy Harrison got the starting nod for the first time this season against Florida A&M in right field.

• Harrison recorded two hits on the day which brought her season average up to .333.

• Senior Caroline Smith eclipsed the 500 innings pitched mark with a complete game shutout against Bethune-Cookman.

• Smith documented her second shutout of the season while going the distance for the fifth time in 2017 in her team-leading sixth victory.

• She made her 102nd appearance for the Black Knights, claiming sole possession of fifth place in program history.

• Senior Kristen West had a hand in her second team shutout on the season by tossing six scoreless innings against FAMU.

• Sophomore Ashley Yoo and senior Alee Rashenskas reached the 20 hit mark this season, joining freshman Emily Ballesteros as the only Cadets to do so.

Facts and figures vs. Florida A&M• The Black Knights posted three runs on

seven hits and no errors, while Florida A&M had no runs on five hits and no errors.

How it happened vs. Florida A&M • Kristen West came out of the gate on fire

as the senior retired six of the first seven batters she faced.

• The Black Knights put runners on second and third in the first inning, but needed to wait

until the following frame to push across the first run.

• Army put up a three-spot in the second that started with a leadoff single by Kennedy Harrison.

• Izzy Gates walked and Emily Gray legged out an infield hit to load the bases for West, who plated Harrison on a groundout to short.

• Designated player Ashley Yoo singled through the middle to drive in two more runs and create a cushion for the Black Knights.

• The Rattlers recorded back-to-back hits to begin the top of the fourth inning before West settled in and set down the next three batters to get out of the jam.

• In the following inning, FAMU had its leadoff batter reach base again before a heads up play at second by Alee Rashenskas allowed her to double-up the runner on first for the twin killing.

Facts and figures vs. Bethune-

Cookman• Army scored one run on four hits and

committed two errors, while Bethune-Cookman had no runs on five hits and one error.

How it happened vs. Bethune-

Cookman• The first hit of the game came in the

bottom of the second inning when Bethune-Cookman’s cleanup hitter reached on a bunt single.

• Caroline Smith was able to still face the minimum number of batters that inning, however, as a 4-6-3 double play negated the hit.

• Army documented the game's first inning with more than three batters as the designated visitors pushed across the only run of the game in the fourth inning.

• Ashley Yoo led off with a single before Tyler McKinney took over on the base paths.

• The senior outfielder stole second and advanced to third on a defensive blunder that had no Wildcats covering the bag.

• Freshman Emily Ballesteros scored her on a sacrifice fly to center to give Army the 1-0 advantage.

• The Wildcats had a runner on third in the sixth inning, but were unable to push across the game-tying run.

• A leadoff single in the bottom of the seventh was negated when, after a failed sacrifice attempt, Maddie Kim fired a strike to second from behind the plate for the second out of the inning.

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1:30 p.m.—men’s Tennis vs. Holy Cross, liCHTenberg Tennis CenTer.

Friday

3:30 p.m.—Women’s Tennis vs. Holy Cross, liCHTenberg Tennis CenTer.

Friday

5:30 p.m.—men’s Tennis vs. loyola, liCHTenberg Tennis CenTer.

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liCHTenberg Tennis CenTer.

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noon—baseball vs. Harvard (dH), doubleday Field.

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#8/10 Army Lacrosse stymies Holy Cross

Sophomore goaltender AJ Barretto had a terrific game in the cage with 10 saves as he held Holy Cross to four goals in Army West Point’s 10-4 win over the Crusaders in Patriot League action March 18 in Worcester, Mass. Photo coUrteSy of arMy athletic coMMUnicationS

By Matt FaulknerArmy Athletic Communications

The No. 8/10 Army West Point Men’s Lacrosse team outscored Holy Cross, 5-1, in the third quarter to break the game open in a 10-4 victory in Patriot League action March 18 in Worcester, Massachusetts.

The Black Knights (7-1, 3-0 Patriot League) won their sixth game in a row with a hat trick from Nate Jones and three points from Cole Johnson.

AJ Barretto was terrific in the cage with 10 saves and held a team under five goals for the fifth time this year.

Dan Grabher finished with 10 face off wins in 17 chances and picked up eight ground balls.

The Crusaders (2-5, 2-2 Patriot League) were led by Marc Buermann’s two goals, while Henry Lilly and Matthew Fischetti finished with goals.

Jonathan Teroso ended up with eight saves in the loss.

Highlights and notes• The Black Knights and Crusaders matched

up for the 27th time in the series history and Army now leads 26-1.

• Today’s win was Head Coach Joe Alberici's 100th win at the helm of the Black Knights.

• He became only the third coach in Army history to reach the milestone joining F. Morris Touchstone (1929-57) and Jack Emmer (1984-05).

• The Black Knights have won six in a row for the first time since 2005 and have gotten of to their best start since 2005 as well.

• Army is 3-0 in the Patriot League for the second straight season.

• The Black Knights are 4-1 away from Michie Stadium this year and have won their last two away games.

• Army is now 12-1 against Holy Cross in Worcester.

• The Black Knights have held six of their eight opponents to single digits on the scoreboard.

• Avery Littlejohn scored two goals for the second straight week and for the third time in his career.

• Jones scored at least a hat trick for the fourth time this season.

• Johnson now has 162 career points and remains 12th all-time. He scored his 95th career goals and now is 11th all-time in career assists with 67.

Turning point• Barretto stopped Jack Ortlieb in the final

seconds of the first half to preserve a 5-2 lead into the second half.

The momentum stayed with Army and the Black Knights took advantage with a 5-1 third quarter.

How it happened• The Black Knights jumped out to a 2-0

lead in the first quarter with goals from Jones

and Littlejohn.• The scoring picked up in the second

quarter with Lilly finding the net for the Crusaders, but Army responded with the next two on goals from Ted Glesener and Johnson and had a 4-1 lead with 9:18 left.

• Holy Cross got one back with Buermann tallying his 11th of the year with 7:51 remaining in the second frame and Army lead 4-2.

• Littlejohn scored his second of the day during a subbing situation and got a pick from Glesener and show low to high on on Tesoro.

• Army was able to take a 5-2 advantage into the half thanks to five saves from Barretto in the opening 30 minutes. He made a great stop as time expired in the first half to keep the momentum on Army's side.

• The Black Knights continued the momentum into the third quarter with four of the first five goals in the frame.

• David Symmes, Danny DeSanti and Conor Glancy added to the lead, while Nate Jones added his second of the day to make it a 9-2 game with 7:31 left on the clock in the third stanza.

• Holy Cross got one back with Fischetti scoring, but Jones fired back with 1:27 on the clock in the third to keep the lead at seven going into the final quarter at 10-3.

• Buermann was the only player to register a goal in the final frame and Army came away with the 10-4 victory.