http://www.flotrack.org/articles/view/1272-sean-houseworth-kwik-e
It sounds pretty cool? Do other branches of the military offer this sort of thing?
It sounds pretty cool? Do other branches of the military offer this sort of thing?
Army and Coast Guard do (or used to). Dan Browne was in the Army's program and Paul McMullen ran in the Coast Guard's.
It's a great program, I, however, am not nearly fast enough to take advantage of it (1:58 800m, 16:15 5k, 1:17:03 HM).
Q: If I am a nationally ranked athlete (Top 10 in U.S.) on active duty military status will I be guaranteed entry in the WCAP?
A: No, there are several factors. Entry into the WCAP is not solely based on your national ranking. Air Force Sports will contact the National Governing Body (NGB) of your specific sport. NGB letters are reviewed and included in a package which is routed through the Air Force Services Agency (AFSVA), then to Air Staff (ILV) and finally to the Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC) where manpower requirements are then considered. The process normally takes 2 months.
Q: How long will I be able to train in the WCAP?
A: The WCAP is designed to allow athletes to train up to two years prior to the Olympic Trials of each respective sport.
Q: What additional duties, if any will I have to perform?
A: Athletes are expected to stay current with their Professional Military Education (PME) and work at least 3 duty-days per quarter at the local Services Squadron (SVS). Athletes are also expected to support the local community (i.e. clinics, public engagements…etc).
Q: Can I accept/receive sponsorship while in the WCAP?
A: Any sponsorship other than that provided by the US Olympic Committee’s National Governing Body of the sport must be coordinated through HQ AFSVA/SVPAF.
Q: Do I incur a military service commitment upon completion of my WCAP participation?
A: Yes. One year for each year in the WCAP.
Glad to see Houseworth get this chance. Great guy.