Kadena Special Olympians forma a circle-of-friendship during the closing ceremony of the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Athletes are paired together with a “buddy” during events. Buddies are U.S. service members who volunteered to help and encourage special-needs athletes as they compete and participate in different events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)