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Servicemembers, Vets Rally for Racquetball
Marie Montez
Servicemembers, Vets Meet on Courts During Racquetball Contest
SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- More than 100 participants with rackets in hand gathered to compete during the Military Racquetball National Championship Nov. 14-16 aboard Naval Base San Diego.
Active, Reserve and retired military personnel from all four services met on the courts to share in camaraderie while trying to be the first to reach the 15-point score to take the game.
The event originated as an exhibition game aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) and evolved into the Military Racquetball National Championships.
Participants included several active-duty and veterans all ready to tell stories about their court experiences.
"It's fun coming together to have fun and see my friends." said Ron Dorst of Saratoga, N.Y. At 74, Dorst was the oldest player in the competition. The retired Vietnam-era veteran, who served in all four branches of the military, has been playing racquetball for more than 25 years.
Another Vietnam veteran Hank Estrada of Upland, Calif., began playing the game 15 years ago, after his doctor found a medical ailment.
"When I got the news from that, I figured life is too short and decided racquetball would be fun," he said. "It's a great sport, and now I travel all over the United States to play."
Participants received a free T-shirt, water bottle, refreshments and snacks. Macaroni Grill provided lunch. Outside the event, exhibitors showcased the latest racquetball equipment available on the market today.
For more information or just to keep up with military racquetball visit: http://www.militaryracquetball.com
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