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Todd Blackledge and Kenny Jackson were among eight former NFL football stars to visit troops in Kuwait during the USO's Operation Gridiron. For the full story, visit live.psu.edu/story/30101 online.
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Araf Jan base in Kuwait reminded Kenny Jackson of a college campus, with residence halls, a dining hall and other buildings.
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Troops were happy to meet the former NFL stars, and many got autographs.
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Todd Blackledge tries on some of the gear worn by soldiers in Kuwait.
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While in Kuwait, the players got to tour several bases and even got an up-close look at some of the tanks.
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The flag football tournament took place on a dirt field, but as Kenny Jackson explained, the fields all were lined and well-marked.
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Flag football team "Go Getta" takes a water break.
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Because it's so hot during the day, a lot of the flag football took place at night.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
