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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

Defenders from the 18th Security Forces Squadron get briefed on the first task for the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. Each quarter the 18th SFS conducts the Defender Challenge to highlight superior performers for each flight, hone skills and boost unit morale. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18the SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

Defenders from the 18th Security Forces Squadron wait for the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge to start 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 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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18th SFS Defenders fight for the top flight

Defenders from the 18th Security Forces Squadron provide casualty care while taking simulated fire during the Defender Flight of the Quarter Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2021. Each quarter the 18th SFS conducts the Defender Challenge to highlight superior performers for each flight, hone skills and boost unit morale. (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 disperse after the initial briefing for 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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180625-F-DM566-0326

A U.S. Marine Corps Marine from the Provost Marshal’s Office special reaction team helps a simulated hostage during an active shooter training exercise June 25, 2018, at Ryukyu Middle School, Kadena Air Base, Japan. The exercise enabled 18th Security Forces Squadron defenders to work with a U.S. Marine Corps special reaction team and the Kadena Fire Department to hone their skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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180625-F-DM566-0304

U.S. Marine Corps Marines from the Provost Marshal’s Office special reaction team clears a hallway during an active shooter training exercise June 25, 2018, at Ryukyu Middle School, Kadena Air Base, Japan. The exercise enabled 18th Security Forces Squadron defenders to work with a U.S. Marine Corps special reaction team and the Kadena Fire Department to hone their skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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180625-F-DM566-0150

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Matthew Bridge, 18th Security Forces Squadron Alpha Flight chief, directs exercise participants to evacuate the building during an active shooter training exercise June 25, 2018, at Ryukyu Middle School, Kadena Air Base, Japan. The exercise enabled 18th SFS defenders to work with a U.S. Marine Corps special reaction team and the Kadena Fire Department to hone their skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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180625-F-DM566-0116

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Michael Flores, right, 18th Security Forces Squadron assistant Alpha Flight chief, and Master Sgt. Matthew Bridge, 18th SFS Alpha Flight chief, confront a simulated active shooter during a training exercise June 25, 2018, at Ryukyu Middle School, Kadena Air Base, Japan. The training enabled defenders to test new equipment, practice communication and coordination techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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180625-F-DM566-0113

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Michael Flores, 18th Security Forces Squadron assistant Alpha Flight chief, confronts a simulated active shooter during a training exercise June 25, 2018, at Ryukyu Middle School, Kadena Air Base, Japan. The training enabled defenders to test new equipment, practice communication and coordination techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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180625-F-DM566-0058

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Matthew Bridge, 18th Security Forces Squadron Alpha Flight chief, prepares to clear a room during an active shooter training exercise June 25, 2018, at Ryukyu Middle School, Kadena Air Base, Japan. The training enabled defenders to test new equipment, practice communication and coordination techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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180625-F-DM566-0016

Defenders from the 18th Security Forces Squadron respond to a simulated active shooter exercise June 25, 2018, at Ryukyu Middle School, Kadena Air Base, Japan. The exercise enabled 18th SFS defenders to work with a U.S. Marine Corps special reaction team and the Kadena Fire Department to hone their skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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180625-F-DM566-0007

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Patricia Vanbeek, 18th Security Forces Squadron NCOIC of training, briefs volunteers for an active shooter exercise about the sequence of events June 25, 2018, at Ryukyu Middle School, Kadena Air Base, Japan. The exercise enabled 18th SFS defenders to work with a U.S. Marine Corps special reaction team and the Kadena Fire Department to hone their skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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Flightline Defenders

U.S. Air Force Airmen 1st Class Matthew Knighten and Jose Olivera, 18th Security Forces Squadron response force members, stand guard on the flightline Sept. 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Knighten and Olivera provide constant watch and security over aircraft and other assets on the flightline, ensuring aircraft operations remain unhindered by unauthorized activity or personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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