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Service Member Falls During Pregame Rappel at UTSA
An officer was hospitalized after losing control during a demonstration ahead of the Roadrunners' matchup with Navy.
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Incident Unfolds Before Kickoff
A military service member was injured while rappelling from the rafters of the Alamodome prior to UTSA's football game against Navy. Four officers were scheduled to descend to the field as part of the pregame ceremony for the annual Salute to Armed Forces & Veterans event. The officer lost control during the descent and fell to the turf.
Immediate Response and Support
Medical personnel responded right away to the fallen service member, who was placed on a stretcher and taken to a local hospital. The rappel team came from Detachment 2 of the 6th Combat Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis. The school has activated well-being resources for faculty, staff and students who may be affected by the event, and officials have not disclosed the service member's identity or the nature of the injuries.
Game Proceeds After Brief Delay
Kickoff was postponed by 10 minutes, but the contest took place as planned. The school expressed deep sadness over the occurrence and extended thoughts and prayers to the service member, family members and military colleagues involved.
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