U.S. Army Announces Finalists for the Army Iron Man of the Year

Nov. 16, 2011 - PRLog -- KANSAS CITY, MO – The U.S. Army Kanas City Recruiting Battalion is proud to announce the finalists for the Army Iron Man of the Year, honoring the best two-way high school football players in the state.  Fans can vote online at www.TheSportsFlash.com, starting at midnight on Monday, November 21.  The voting will end at midnight on Sunday, December 4.  The winner will be announced on Monday, December 5.

U.S. Army Iron Man of the Year – Kansas Finalists - 2011

· Trey Fort – Osage City

· Jordan Lewis – Mission Valley

· Cory Misak – Conway Springs

· Chris Pyle - Eudora

· Justice Riddle – Chetopa

· Nolan Rush – Wellsville

· Damon Schurr – Osborne

· Will Short – Collegiate

· Allen Williams – Field Kindley

Playing and excelling on both offense and defense, the Army Iron Man must demonstrate physical and emotional strength, as well as strength of character.  The Army Iron Man embodies the qualities of Army STRONG.  High school football fans selected the finalists throughout the season by voting online at www.TheSportsFlash.com.  

The United States Army is charged with protecting America’s freedom and preserving peace.  The Army trains and equips its soldiers to be the best, especially when it comes to their job, leadership, and soldiering skills.  With more than 150 jobs available in many exciting fields, the U.S. Army provides many job training and leadership training opportunities.  From working with computer to assisting doctors to fixing helicopters, there’s an Army job that’s right for you.  For more information, go online to www.GoArmy.com.

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The Kansas City Recruiting Battalion’s area of operation covers approximately 94,540 square miles and includes seven recruiting companies covering Eastern Kansas, Missouri and Southern Illinois.