Sat, Jan 07, 2012
The Jump For The Bowl Game Has Become A New Year's
Tradition
Every year, Golden Knights are invited to El Paso, Texas to
close out the year by taking part in the Sun Bowl. Each year, the
Sun Bowl is held on New Year’s Eve in this unique stadium,
cut out of the mountainside of western Texas. This has become one
of the team's most sought-after traditions as they close out each
year’s show season.
SPF Matt Navarro Exits The Airplane
This year's performance is recounted on the Golden Knights'
blog:
As the Golden Knight’s C-31
Troopship flew overhead we heard the call for Hot Target. We were
given the winds and SFC Tom Dunning began directing the aircraft to
the Team’s exit point. Following the “Stand by,”
the Team exited and conducted the final performance of 2011. From
2,500 ft, the smoke was ignited and every Team member flew the Army
black and gold colors into El Paso.
Every jumper was pleased to be dealt smooth winds, allowing for
tip-toe landings on the field. It was our honor to bring in the
game ball, yet again. SFC Tom Dunning presented it to the Ft. Bliss
Command, live on CBS and Sports Center. Additionally, CBS was eager
to air the Team’s footage, as well.
Following the jump, we were proud to present a VIP lithograph to
Tomi Rystead as our gratitude for her 30 years of service to the
Sun Bowl Association.
Black Team looks forward to what 2012 has to offer. They
say on the blog that they're happy to enter with a clean
slate, positive impression and a full schedule. (Image provided by
the Golden Knights)
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