KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany – For the second year in a row, U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers and U.S. Navy Sailors joined together on NCO field at Daenner Kaserne for the Army vs. Navy flag football shadow game, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.
The 7th Mission Support Command hosted the game, bringing together U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers and U.S. Navy Sailors from around the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
Master Sgt. Cassandra Ortiz, a newly assessed operations NCO for the 7th, found herself poised on the line of scrimmage with new coworkers across from a motivated Navy team.
“I had a blast playing flag football in the Army vs. Navy game,” said Ortiz. “It was a great experience seeing how quickly we could come together, communicate effectively, and work as a team, even though a few of us had never worked together before.
She went on to elaborate on the value outside of military skills like how to shoot, move and communicate.
“Events like this are incredibly valuable; they build camaraderie and sharpen our teamwork skills under fun but challenging circumstances. I’d definitely say it’s something the command should keep doing – it strengthens bonds and boosts morale across the board."
The U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Black Knights face off against the U.S. Naval Academy Midshipman on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Northwest Stadium.
The 7th Mission Support Command hosted the game against Sailors from around the Kaiserslautern military community in an effort to build camaraderie and connection across military branches and components.

The 7th MSC works to maintain relationships with area schools and extracurricular programs in an effort to build connection between the unit and the local community.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information about the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Capt. Sam Gustafson) (Photo Credit: Capt. Samantha Gustafson) VIEW ORIGINAL

Daniels enlisted into the U.S. Army in 2019 as a combat engineer, later earning a place with the U.S. Army Europe - Africa Band and Chorus.
Daniels elected to transition from active duty into the U.S. Army Reserve in Europe in an effort to refocus on her civilian education goals while maintaining her role as a Soldier and a member of a team.
"I love what I do," said Daniels. "It's fulfilling to be available to others, to be a positive teammate."
Cadets from Kaiserslautern High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps presented the colors at the event. The 7th MSC maintains relationships with local high schools and community organizations.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information on the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve Capt. Sam Gustafson) (Photo Credit: Capt. Samantha Gustafson) VIEW ORIGINAL

The event built camaraderie across military branches and components while showcasing the Army Reserve's presence in Europe.
The 7th Mission Support Command is comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information about the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Capt. Sam Gustafson) (Photo Credit: Capt. Samantha Gustafson) VIEW ORIGINAL

The game built camaraderie across branches and components, building relationships within the KMC.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information about the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Capt. Sam Gustafson) (Photo Credit: Capt. Samantha Gustafson) VIEW ORIGINAL

The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information about the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Capt. Sam Gustafson) (Photo Credit: Capt. Samantha Gustafson) VIEW ORIGINAL

The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information about the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information about the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

Sailors from around the Kaiserslautern Military Community joined the 7th MSC on the field in an effort to build camaraderie across military branches and components.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information about the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

The game had two goals, building camaraderie between military branches and across components, and showcasing the presence of the U.S. Army Reserve in Europe.
The 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information about the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

The 7th MSC faced off against a team of Navy personnel from around the Kaiserslautern Military Community, in an effort to build camaraderie across military branches and components.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information about the 7th Mission Support Command, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

Soldiers and Sailors came together, building camaraderie across branches and components in the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Capt. Sam Gustafson) (Photo Credit: Capt. Samantha Gustafson) VIEW ORIGINAL

Soldiers and Sailors came together, building camaraderie across military branches and components in the Kaiserslautern Military Community. The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe.
Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Capt. Sam Gustafson) (Photo Credit: Capt. Samantha Gustafson) VIEW ORIGINAL

Soldiers and Sailors came together, building camaraderie across military branches and components in the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

This event strengthens cohesiveness between teams and builds camaraderie across military branches and components across the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

The 7th MSC team played against local Navy personnel, building camaraderie across military branches and components in the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
“I had a blast playing flag football in the Army vs. Navy game,” said Ortiz. “It was a great experience seeing how quickly we could come together, communicate effectively, and work as a team, even though a few of us had never worked together before."
She went on to elaborate on the value outside of military skills like how to shoot, move and communicate.
“Events like this are incredibly valuable; they build camaraderie and sharpen our teamwork skills under fun but challenging circumstances. I’d definitely say it’s something the command should keep doing – it strengthens bonds and boosts morale across the board."
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

This event strengthens cohesiveness between teams and builds camaraderie across branches and components across the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

This event strengthens cohesiveness between teams and builds camaraderie across branches and components across the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL

This event strengthens cohesiveness between teams and builds camaraderie across military branches and components in the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
The 7th Mission Support Command is the U.S. Army Reserve presence in Europe. Comprised of 26 units across Germany and Italy, the 7th MSC provides logistical and sustainment resources in support of U.S. Army Europe - Africa missions across the theater. For more stories and information, connect on Facebook @7thmsc. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jessica Forester) VIEW ORIGINAL
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany – For the second year in a row, U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers and U.S. Navy Sailors joined together on NCO field at Daenner Kaserne for the Army vs. Navy flag football shadow game, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.
The 7th Mission Support Command hosted the game, bringing together U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers and U.S. Navy Sailors from around the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
Master Sgt. Cassandra Ortiz, a newly assessed operations NCO for the 7th, found herself poised on the line of scrimmage with new co-workers across from a motivated Navy team.
“I had a blast playing flag football in the Army vs. Navy game,” said Ortiz. “It was a great experience seeing how quickly we could come together, communicate effectively, and work as a team, even though a few of us had never worked together before.
She went on to elaborate on the value outside of military skills like how to shoot, move and communicate.
“Events like this are incredibly valuable; they build camaraderie and sharpen our teamwork skills under fun but challenging circumstances. I’d definitely say it’s something the command should keep doing – it strengthens bonds and boosts morale across the board."
The U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Black Knights face off against the U.S. Naval Academy Midshipman on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Northwest Stadium.
The 7th Mission Support Command hosted the game against Sailors from around the Kaiserslautern military community in an effort to build camaraderie and connection across branches and components.
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