Photo by Airman 1st Class Kaleb Tewes | 81st Training Wing | 05.10.2025
Special Olympics Mississippi athletes compete in the track events during SOMS 2025 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 10, 2025. The effort required to house 700 athletes on-base made SOMS 2025 both an outreach event and a deliberate opportunity for Keesler to practice large-scale coordination, logistics, and support under real-world conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Kaleb Tewes | 81st Training Wing | 05.10.2025
A Special Olympics Mississippi athlete watches his throw while competing in bocce ball during SOMS 2025 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 10, 2025. The event brought together hundreds of athletes and families to the base, giving Airmen a chance to serve with heart and purpose. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaleb Thueson)...
Photo by Airman 1st Class Kaleb Tewes | 81st Training Wing | 05.10.2025
A Special Olympics Mississippi athlete swings a club while competing in golf during SOMS 2025 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 10, 2025. Keesler hosting the 2025 Special Olympics Mississippi Summer Games exemplifies how collaborations between military installations and the local community can enhance mission readiness while opening access to resources and opportunities for both......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Kurstyn Canida | 81st Training Wing | 05.10.2025
A Special Olympics Mississippi athlete shakes the hand of U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Chris Donahue, 335th Training Squadron commander, after he is presented his gold Special Olympic medal for powerlifting during SOMS 2025 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 10, 2025. As a host base for reservists in Individual Ready Reserve status, Keesler hosting the 2025 Special Olympics Mississippi......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Kurstyn Canida | 81st Training Wing | 05.10.2025
A Special Olympics Mississippi athlete holds his first place award for the assisted walking event during SOMS 2025 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 10, 2025. Increased foot traffic, vehicle access and overnight lodging from the 2025 Special Olympics Mississippi Summer Games gives Keesler the opportunity to test and refine security posture and access control measures in coordination......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Kurstyn Canida | 81st Training Wing | 05.10.2025
A Special Olympics Mississippi athlete competes in powerlifting during SOMS 2025 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 10, 2025. The effort required to house 700 athletes on-base made SOMS 2025 both an outreach event and a deliberate opportunity for Keesler to practice large-scale coordination, logistics, and support under real-world conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class......
Photo by Senior Airman Devyn Waits | 81st Training Wing | 05.10.2025
A Special Olympics Mississippi athlete hits a volleyball during SOMS 2025 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 10, 2025. The effort required to house 700 athletes on-base made SOMS 2025 both an outreach event and a deliberate opportunity for Keesler to practice large-scale coordination, logistics, and support under real-world conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Devyn Waits)...
Photo by Senior Airman Devyn Waits | 81st Training Wing | 05.10.2025
A Special Olympics Mississippi athlete hits a tennis ball during SOMS 2025 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 10, 2025. Increased foot traffic, vehicle access and overnight lodging from the 2025 Special Olympics Mississippi Summer Games gives Keesler the opportunity to test and refine security posture and access control measures in coordination with the 81st Security Forces Squadron......
