U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (KOAA) — U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) athletes will be commemorating the United States' 250th birthday with new 'Freedom 250' patches.
The academy says the patch celebrates 250 years of American independence.
"Freedom 250 is a year-long renewal of the love of American history. Our nation's independence was won not once, but over and over in defense of our nation through the contributions of the Air Force and Space Force."
"Air Force cadet-athletes will join the Long Blue Line and continue to lead our Air Force and Space Force, securing our nation's freedom for the next 250 years and beyond."
USAFA
The new patches will be worn by multiple spring teams and will carry over into the fall with more teams.
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