AUSTIN, Texas - (August 27, 2022) It is no secret; that when it comes to putting on a big event, few rival a Texas-sized spectacle. So was the case when one of the newest venues in Austin, the breathtaking Moody Center, hosted the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Gambler Days.
The three-day event was full of excitement and new beginnings, two of which involved the United States Navy by way of a community outreach collaboration with the Navy Recruiting Command, Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) San Antonio, and the Austin Gamblers
The Austin Gamblers are one of eight teams in the PBR’s inaugural Team Series Bull riding and will showcase world-class athletes and bulls in a tournament-styled format.
In honor of the United States Navy, the Austin Gamblers requested and were granted permission to don two Naval Special Warfare patches on their competition uniforms throughout the weekend.
From the start, Naval personnel was excited about the collaboration and the buzz illuminated from Millington, Tennessee to San Antonio, Texas. This was a wonderful opportunity to bring highlight the Navy’s presence in Texas and NTAG San Antonio’s leadership was motivated to support the event.
“America’s Navy is excited to support the Austin Gamblers,” said Commander Stacey O’Neal, Executive Officer, Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio. “The Navy is the embodiment of teamwork and determination which is why we are excited to participate in the Gamblers’ successful inaugural season and engage with fellow PBR teams and fans.”
NTAG San Antonio provided representation for all three nights of the event. The use of the command’s Mobile Engagement Vehicle (MEV) and recruiting stations on site allowed event guests an opportunity to gain knowledge about the Navy and inquire about careers the Navy has to offer.
Prior to the second night of jaw-dropping competition, the crowd witnessed the swear-in of thirteen Future Sailors. The Oath of Enlistment was presented by NTAG San Antonio’s Commanding Officer, CDR. Stephanie Simoni, who at the completion of the ceremony not only applauded the Future Sailors but the crowd.
NTAG San Antonio’s area of responsibility includes more than 30 Navy Recruiting Stations and Navy Officer Recruiting Stations spread throughout 144,000 square miles of Central and South Texas territory.
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08.29.2022 |
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10.06.2022 17:08 |
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