There is a place on the Hudson River that has produced outstanding Americans for over 200 years…the United States Military Academy at West Point. These officers and cadets are the some of the brightest, motivated and patriotic people to ever wear a uniform. Over the past few years, I have had the privilege to meet, train and coach some of these brave warriors.

Second Lieutenants Charlie Felker and Mike Collins, both from Saint Louis, are currently at war in Afghanistan and Iraq with the 82nd Airborne.