Airman's daughter sails to success

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  • By Senior Airman Miles Wilson
  • 94th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Integrity, determination and teamwork. These are the aspects that make cooperation and trust what they are: the bond between comrades that make what we do in the military possible. These bonds exist not just on the battlefield, but also on the playing field.

These traits are why Amya Hudson, daughter of 94th Airlift Wing member Quincy Hudson, was selected to verbally commit to the Naval Academy's women's lacrosse team.

"When we found out that she was going to commit to the Naval Academy team, we were both incredibly excited," said Maj. Quincy Hudson, 94th Mission Support Group executive officer.

Amya began playing lacrosse in 4th grade, and has been playing every year since then. She currently plays for the Mill Creek High School varsity lacrosse team, and the Lady Blackhawk and Eaglestix Club teams.

"Amya is busy year around with all the teams she plays for," said the major. "She usually puts in about six to 10 hours of practice every week, and is always busy."

The lacrosse team at the Naval Academy is coached by Cindy Timchal, who has coached also at Northwestern University and the University of Maryland. While at UMD, she led the Maryland Terrapins Lacrosse team to win seven consecutive NCAA championships.

"We are definitely excited about her path now," said Quincy. "It is really an honor for Amya to be able to play with such a distinguished coach. Many of the girls that she has coached have gone on to coach as well, so I know that she is leaving a legacy in lacrosse."

Sports are not the only thing that the young lacrosse player has dedicated herself to. Joining the Naval Academy also means that she has made an honorable dedication to her country.

"She is following in my footsteps," said the father. "I was active duty when she was younger, so she was always a military brat, it's in her blood. I am proud that she is continuing the family business."