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Air Force is on a roll. Even in 20 degrees and a major snow storm, the falcons beat in-state rival Colorado state 30-13. This coming Saturday we will play Army at the Denver Bronco’s NFL Mile High Stadium in Denver. Time to win the Commander in Chief trophy again. ”Kick @$$ Falco(n)”

Sorry that I haven't been around for a while. Son finally finished up his 2 years of STO Training; and before that his 3 years of Grad school for his master's and PhD. And we met up with him and his wife (and soon to be baby) to visit family all over the country. They leave in a couple weeks for...

I post this every year right before Basic Training starts at the academy. Hopefully those fortunate appointees will realize that EVERY CADET will go through these; or similar emotions. Realize that there is NOTHING that you will go through at the academy that is "Unique to you". Everything you...

Even though Air Force had a bad day on Saturday; and lost to Army; it was a really great day. Started off at the tailgate with a lot of wind, but in time in mellowed out. We had a great turnout; over 300 visitors. A lot of Army and Air Force friends; along with our regulars. We had a special...

Well folks, it's Falcon Football time again. And with that, comes THUDGATE. The largest college football tailgate West of the Mississippi. We've even been visited and promoted on ESPN College Gameday. Yes, we're that big. On days like parent's weekend or the Army/Navy games, we can surpass 300...

I've been dealing with similar questions about high school rankings for about 10 years. So I thought I'd make this thread. It will be short; "In Christcorp's law of relativity". First; let me be clear about something. In no way in this thread meant to "dis" (Disrespect) or put down anyone who...

I had a few minutes of free time, and the recent threads on investments, savings, etc. got me thinking. I've also had some discussions recently with some others about savings, investments, and retirement. This is one of those: "I wish I'd had known THEN, what I know NOW". Scenarios. In other...

Just a little "Fun Facts". Average Initial Interest in Applying to the Air Force Academy: 12,000+/- Average Completed Applications to the Air Force Academy: 6,000-6,500+/- Average Number of MOC Nominations: 5,300-5,350 (Some multiple/duplicate Nominations) Average Number of 3Q Qualified...

I usually post this right before basic training and again around recognition day. But someone asked about it recently, so I figured I'd write it now. I was going to piggyback off of "Daretodream's" post of the first year; but that was such a nice thread, I didn't want to take away from it. Any...

WARNING: This will be a little long. This thread is mainly for those new to applying to the academy and are in the process of doing their application and preparing for their MOC and ALO/BGO/MALO interviews. Usually between May and now, discussions pop up about why certain individuals didn't...

Well, it's that time again. Falcon Football and of course Thudgate. One of the largest private tailgates in the country. If you're coming to the game on parents weekend, you are definitely invited to come to Thudgate. We are located just east of the south end of the stadium. Before you hit the...

I usually post this right before basic training and again around recognition day. I was asked by a lurker if I could post it prior to their son going off to academy BCT. Any of you with appointments, you might want to read this. Maybe it will help keep things in perspective. Best of luck...

Do you have a lot of questions about the academies? Well, most of you asking, are applicants or thinking about applying. That means you all have one very important thing in common. You're all at the age that should make you very computer savvy. Whenever you need to find information, you all are...

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i know a lot of you who will attend parents weekend are either on your way or already at the academy. For you seasoned parents and cadets, you know all the activities going on. And the climax of your visit, before you get to spend a weekend with your cadet, is the falcon football game. Of...

Sometimes, I feel that I need to either apologies, or clarify, things I have posted. This is one of those times. I did want to wait a couple days after the "Wow" thread, sort of quieted down. I am usually pretty well thought out in what I want to say/write on the forums. Hence, the reason I am...

This isn't in response to any particular thread of poster. I'm simply writing it in the hopes that any new people will find it when, or if they do a search on the topic. It seems that in recent years, more and more applicants are asking questions about sports, or rather the lack of sports, in...

Folks. We have what is generally our biggest home game of the year this Saturday. Commander in chief trophy round #1. Air force vs navy. Its usually one of the closest hard fought games all year. Air force is on a roll and we owe navy an a$$ whooping. Thudgate will be in full force too. Hope to...

Can you believe that next weekend will be 4 weeks since Parent's weekend? Time does fly. But not for us Falcon football fanatics. Especially those who miss being with their Air Force family at Thudgate. Well for the next two weekends we have some great football and Thudgate planned. Boise...

Well, it's that time of year again. THUDGATE!!! For those who don't know, it's about the largest tailgate west of the Mississippi. Every home football game (and most away games) we have one hell of a tailgate. First game is parent's weekend. Hope to see you all there. There will be a lot going...