By Mr. Dusty Good
Photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tom Gagnier
NORFOLK – A 2017 Timber Creek High School graduate and Keller, Texas native is serving in the U.S. Navy with Coastal Riverine Squadron (CRS) 2.
Seaman Apprentice Michael Moody is a master-at-arms (MA) with the squadron operating out of Virginia Beach, Virginia.
A Navy master-at-arms (MA) is responsible for security operations.
“I like being a police officer for the Navy,” said Moody. "I like being able to work with firearms and working with a diverse group of people."
Moody credits his success in the Navy to many of the lessons learned in his hometown of Keller.
“My hometown taught me to treat everyone as an equal,” said Moody. "Treat them the same way you want to be treated."
The men and women of the U.S. Navy’s Coastal Riverine Force provide port and harbor security, high value asset protection and maritime security operations in coastal and inland waterways.
“Serving with this command gives us the opportunity to see a lot of exotic places,” said Moody, adding, "I'm excited about the ability to deploy to Spain."
For two years in a row CRS-2 has won the Navy’s coveted "Battle E" Award, an award that not only recognizes excellence in sustained superior performance in an operational environment, but for being the best squadron in the Coastal Riverine Force. Eligibility for this award demands day-to-day demonstrated excellence in addition to superior achievement during certifications and qualifications conducted throughout the competitive period.
In addition to this achievement, they also won the 2017 Chief of Naval Operations Off Duty Safety Award, a first for any unit under the charge of the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command.
"This squadron's success is due to the dedication and caliber of its sailors at all levels,” said Cmdr. Joe Droll, commanding officer of CRS-2. “The demands placed on them are high, and they often make sacrifices to meet the mission, whether its training boat crews, security teams, maintainers or operation center watch standers. Through all the challenges they find a way to get the job done.”
Though there are many ways for a sailor to earn distinction in their command, community, and career, Moody is most proud of earning an MA shield.
“I want to eventually become a police officer,” said Moody. "I told my dad I was going to do better and earn my badge."
While serving in the Navy may present many challenges, Moody has found reward in service.
“The Navy taught me the importance of following instructions,” said Moody. "You learn not to talk back to those giving the orders."
A Navy master-at-arms (MA) is responsible for security operations.
“I like being a police officer for the Navy,” said Moody. "I like being able to work with firearms and working with a diverse group of people."
Moody credits his success in the Navy to many of the lessons learned in his hometown of Keller.
“My hometown taught me to treat everyone as an equal,” said Moody. "Treat them the same way you want to be treated."
The men and women of the U.S. Navy’s Coastal Riverine Force provide port and harbor security, high value asset protection and maritime security operations in coastal and inland waterways.
“Serving with this command gives us the opportunity to see a lot of exotic places,” said Moody, adding, "I'm excited about the ability to deploy to Spain."
For two years in a row CRS-2 has won the Navy’s coveted "Battle E" Award, an award that not only recognizes excellence in sustained superior performance in an operational environment, but for being the best squadron in the Coastal Riverine Force. Eligibility for this award demands day-to-day demonstrated excellence in addition to superior achievement during certifications and qualifications conducted throughout the competitive period.
In addition to this achievement, they also won the 2017 Chief of Naval Operations Off Duty Safety Award, a first for any unit under the charge of the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command.
"This squadron's success is due to the dedication and caliber of its sailors at all levels,” said Cmdr. Joe Droll, commanding officer of CRS-2. “The demands placed on them are high, and they often make sacrifices to meet the mission, whether its training boat crews, security teams, maintainers or operation center watch standers. Through all the challenges they find a way to get the job done.”
Though there are many ways for a sailor to earn distinction in their command, community, and career, Moody is most proud of earning an MA shield.
“I want to eventually become a police officer,” said Moody. "I told my dad I was going to do better and earn my badge."
While serving in the Navy may present many challenges, Moody has found reward in service.
“The Navy taught me the importance of following instructions,” said Moody. "You learn not to talk back to those giving the orders."