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10-09-03, 05:24 PM
WTI Marines Get Down at MCCS 'Shag Party'
by Pfc. Natasha Green
Marine Corps News
October 3, 2003
YUMA, Ariz. -- What better way to welcome visiting Marines to Yuma, than a game of oily Twister or licking a spoon that passed underneath the clothing of six Marines?
The station's Infinities club hosted "Shag Party" Sept. 23 to welcome the Weapons and Tactics Instructor course Marines.
"Shag Party," which had a 70's theme, featured a "groovy" Austin Powers impersonator and theme costumes worn by guests and hosts alike.
A disc jockey played hits from the afro era to new age, flooding the dance floor with Marines.
But the Marines weren't the only ones shaking up the floor that night. The Arizona Western College Dance Team entertained with performances including a 70's style choreographed dance.
"I had a good time watching the performance, said Cpl. Ramo Lorenzo, Marine Attack Squadron-214. They are good dancers."
In between the fits of dancing, there was game playing, a slippery game of Twister was played on an oily mat, and there was also a "heavyweight" wrestling match. One of the last games of the night involved two six-man teams of Marines weaving a spoon through their clothing and letting the last Marine lick the spoon. Each teams spoon-licker won a loud applause.
Those Marines weren't the only winners of the night.
Sgt. Chad Herlehy, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron-269, showed his feminine side when he dressed as a girl and danced with Austin Powers to win the "Most Mojo Contest." He won a compact disc player for his embarrassment.
Overall, the Marines seemed to enjoy the festivities.
"I thought the party was fun, but it needed more people, more girls," said Lance Cpl. Stephen M. Greene, VMA-214.
Some Marines were enjoying themselves so much, they were reluctant to go home.
"It was fun, but I didn't really get to party enough. It should have been longer," said Lorenzo.
Some Marines waited around until the last song was played.
"The party was great. It allowed the Marines to do something different," said Rebecca A. Haug, MCCS health promotions coordinator. "The Marines can drink, party, and have a good time, then walk home instead of drive."
The purpose of parties like this one is to allow the Marines a safe place to party, she said.
Since the Marines were so close to their barracks, most came on foot and then walked home after a few drinks.
The "Shag Party" appeared to be a success. Marines had a good time partying together in a safe, healthy atmosphere -- aside from the spoon licking.
Sempers,
Roger
:marine:
by Pfc. Natasha Green
Marine Corps News
October 3, 2003
YUMA, Ariz. -- What better way to welcome visiting Marines to Yuma, than a game of oily Twister or licking a spoon that passed underneath the clothing of six Marines?
The station's Infinities club hosted "Shag Party" Sept. 23 to welcome the Weapons and Tactics Instructor course Marines.
"Shag Party," which had a 70's theme, featured a "groovy" Austin Powers impersonator and theme costumes worn by guests and hosts alike.
A disc jockey played hits from the afro era to new age, flooding the dance floor with Marines.
But the Marines weren't the only ones shaking up the floor that night. The Arizona Western College Dance Team entertained with performances including a 70's style choreographed dance.
"I had a good time watching the performance, said Cpl. Ramo Lorenzo, Marine Attack Squadron-214. They are good dancers."
In between the fits of dancing, there was game playing, a slippery game of Twister was played on an oily mat, and there was also a "heavyweight" wrestling match. One of the last games of the night involved two six-man teams of Marines weaving a spoon through their clothing and letting the last Marine lick the spoon. Each teams spoon-licker won a loud applause.
Those Marines weren't the only winners of the night.
Sgt. Chad Herlehy, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron-269, showed his feminine side when he dressed as a girl and danced with Austin Powers to win the "Most Mojo Contest." He won a compact disc player for his embarrassment.
Overall, the Marines seemed to enjoy the festivities.
"I thought the party was fun, but it needed more people, more girls," said Lance Cpl. Stephen M. Greene, VMA-214.
Some Marines were enjoying themselves so much, they were reluctant to go home.
"It was fun, but I didn't really get to party enough. It should have been longer," said Lorenzo.
Some Marines waited around until the last song was played.
"The party was great. It allowed the Marines to do something different," said Rebecca A. Haug, MCCS health promotions coordinator. "The Marines can drink, party, and have a good time, then walk home instead of drive."
The purpose of parties like this one is to allow the Marines a safe place to party, she said.
Since the Marines were so close to their barracks, most came on foot and then walked home after a few drinks.
The "Shag Party" appeared to be a success. Marines had a good time partying together in a safe, healthy atmosphere -- aside from the spoon licking.
Sempers,
Roger
:marine: