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Kadena's first responders compete in Battle of the Badges

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Wing break a sweat playing volleyball during Battle of the Badges at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2021. First responders from the 18th Security Forces Squadron and Fire Department, including 18th Healthcare Operations Squadron medics embedded within the Fire Department, competed in outdoor recreational games such as volleyball, cornhole and Kubb during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena's first responders compete in Battle of the Badges

18th Security Forces Squadron defenders prepare to block during a volleyball match at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2021. Battle of the Badges aimed to bring together first responders and build team morale between badge wearers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena's first responders compete in Battle of the Badges

An 18th Healthcare Operations Squadron medic keeps score during a volleyball game during the annual Battle of the Badges competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2021. Battle of the Badges was one of numerous events held to bring people together and commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena's first responders compete in Battle of the Badges

18th Security Forces Squadron defenders play cornhole during a Battle of the Badges event at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2021. Traditionally, Battle of the Badges competitions used activities related to the jobs of defenders or firefighters, but this year outdoor recreational games were played to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena's first responders compete in Battle of the Badges

A member of the Kadena Fire Department smiles after competing in a volleyball game at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2021. During Battle of the Badges, coins designed by the Fire Department commemorating 9/11 were sold to raise funds to support the 9/11 Memorial and Museum efforts to educate younger generations the history of 9/11. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena's first responders compete in Battle of the Badges

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sergio Cirilo, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron driver operator and dispatcher, gives a shout out to the different teams competing in the Battle of the Badges event in his opening speech at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2021. Battle of the Badges was one of several events held during the week of the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena's first responders compete in Battle of the Badges

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Edward Mann, middle left, 18th Security Forces Squadron NCO in charge of installation security, attempts to distract the other players during a game of Kubb with, Master Sgt. Kyle Houseman, middle right, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron assistant chief of operations, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 9, 2021. Kubb is a lawn game popular in Sweden, where the object of the game is to throw wooden batons and knock over an opponents’ wooden blocks. (U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte

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Kadena's first responders compete in Battle of the Badges

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Wing play volleyball during Battle of the Badges at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2021. The Battle of the Badges games were chosen because of their competitive nature, with the goal of boosting morale and fostering camaraderie between first responders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

18th Security Forces Squadron defenders conduct a room clearing event during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. This scenario was allowed for Airmen to test their skills for room clearing procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

An 18th Security Forces Squadron defender clears a hallway during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. This scenario was the last event for the teams in the challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

An 18th Security Forces Squadron defender assembles an M240 during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. This scenario consisted of teams assembling various weapons in lowlight conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

An 18th Security Forces Squadron defender disassembles an M-9 pistol during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. Defenders were timed on how fast they could field strip, reassemble and function check weapons in low-light conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

Defenders from the 18th Security Forces Squadron conduct a simulated high-risk traffic stop during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. The simulated high-risk traffic stop consisted of ordering all occupants out of the vehicle, placing the individuals in custody, and searching the vehicle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

Airmen from the 18th Security Forces Squadron low crawl during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. Defenders searched for and memorized items they found while low crawling and relayed the list of items to the training instructor after completing the station. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Security Forces Squadron provide aid to a simulated patient during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. The challenge consisted of four main stations where participants were tested on field stripping weapons in low-light conditions, providing medical care under fire, room clearing, and conducting a high-risk traffic stop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cord Wickander, 18th Security Forces Squadron response force leader, calls for help during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. Wickander acted as a simulated patient with a wounded arm. The scenario required defenders to transport two patients and medical equipment across a field while under simulated fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ronald Arias, 18th Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, disassembles an M-9 pistol during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. Defenders were timed on how fast they could field strip, reassemble and function check weapons in low-light conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Torres Salvador, 18th Security Forces Squadron alarm monitor, searches a vehicle during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. The vehicle search was conducted as part of a high-risk traffic stop scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

Defenders from the 18th Security Forces Squadron conduct a simulated high-risk traffic stop during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. The simulated high-risk traffic stop consisted of ordering all occupants out of the vehicle, placing the individuals in custody, and searching the vehicle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

Airmen from the 18th Security Forces Squadron low crawl during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. Defenders searched for and memorized items they found while low crawling and relayed the list of items to the training instructor after completing the station. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

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