MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan -- Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12 dominated the various units within Marine Aircraft Group 12 as they were crowned the MAG-12 field meet champions.
MALS-12 won five of the eight events despite tough competition from units like Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 225 and MAG-12 Headquarters.
The MAG-12 field meet had an event for each of the units to show off their skills. Softball, flag football, 782-gear relay race and tug of war were just some of the events held.
For each event, the competitive nature of Marines stood out as they fought for the championship trophy.
"The games were a lot of fun, but people got competitive in each of the events," said Josh Sirek from MAG-12 Headquarters. "The rivalry from the inner squadrons came out especially at the end with the trophy up for grab."
Mathew Queen, Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 1 flag football player said, "The flag football games were competitive. They demonstrated how bad everyone wanted to win, but for the most part we were out here to enjoy a nice day and have fun with each other. I had a blast out here playing football and being a part of the companionship with the rest of the squadron."
Marines enjoyed a relaxing day off in preparation for the busy schedule that awaits them with summer approaching.
"MAG-12 wanted a break from flying and wanted to do something fun," said Michael Crothers, VMFA (AW)-225 softball coordinator. "We wanted to do something to stop the monotony of everyday events. This is not something that happens very often but is nice. This builds camaraderie and most Marines are competitive so most Marines enjoy of the events."
"We wanted to make sure all the Marines got a relaxing day off prior to the summer schedule," said John Rupp, VMFA (AW)-225 softball player.