Intersection Sport
By CPL Kieran Eades
Taking the strain!
Base Auckland
Intersection Sports and Base Auckland recreation activities for 2010 began with three different and challenging events being offered by the Physical Training Instructors (PTIs):
Intersection tug-of-war
Held on 3 February in the Motor Trade (MT) car park, the 12 teams each arrived quietly confident of being crowned the victors. MT and Air Security were looking like they might struggle but, through grit and determination, managed to achieve a great performance and did well for their sections. Also putting in a great performance, Avionics showed that brains and technique could be just as effective as brute force and strength. But it was No. 40 SQDN’s two teams that showed their dominance from the word ‘go’ with convincing wins over all their opponents to take out first and second placing.
Bridge-to-bridge fishing competition
Hobsonville’s hot temperatures, sunshine, low winds and plenty of blue sky provided a great day out on the water for the annual fishing event, on 10 March. The collection of fish was impressive too with people catching some great looking snapper and mackerel. The heaviest and the longest categories were both won by Rod Hawkin’s catch, measuring in at 51 cm and weighing 2.96 kg.
The Hero of the Day award was changed to the ‘Bad Luck’ achievement prize, and went to Mark Corbett in recognition of his boat’s engine failure—10 minutes into the event starting! Prizes were kindly donated by Hotshots Canteen, Base Auckland, and Hunting and Fishing at Westgate.
Round the bays fun run
It was an early start on Sunday 14 March and PTI, Sergeant Matthew Pitts was busy making sure all was prepared for the competitors—last minute roll calls, handing out of race numbers, and instructions of where to meet at the finish. The Air Force runners competed exceptionally well and did the RNZAF proud with their efforts. Noticeable performances were from Aircraftmen Matthew Philips and Todd Lambourne, who made the gruelling 8 km run look easy. PTI chef, Corporal Chris Campbell greeted the runners at the finish line with food and refreshments—all gratefully received and the perfect way to end a great event.
Thanks to all sections that assisted. Let’s keep it up, as there are plenty more activities left in Intersection Sports and Base Recreation activities 2010.