Technical Sergeant Michael Hurley

Technical Sergeant Michael Hurley exemplifies "service before self" in his concern, dedication and involvement in his Air Force community. Airmen at Luke AFB wrote with admiration about his contagious enthusiasm and leadership by example. Currently deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Tech. Sgt. Hurley is responsible for fitness and morale programs in the Air Education and Training Command. He has thoroughly dedicated himself to the job, developing new fitness programs, securing increased involvement by airmen and saving the Air Force money through effective management of his facility. Tech. Sgt. Hurley is actively engaged in his community, volunteering to lead youth sports programs, spearheading charity drives, participating in local youth reading programs and fitness programs for senior citizens. He is the "best of the best," says one supervisor. "An outstanding role model," said another airman at Luke. Air Force Times salutes Tech. Sgt. Hurley for his motivation and special contributions to quality of life for airmen and the community.