Col. Christopher Sage, the 4th Fighter Wing commander, throws out the first pitch during the Freedom Classic, Feb. 25, 2017 at Grainger Stadium in Kinston, N.C. Though the Navy had their bases loaded late in the game, the Falcons shot out their potential to score with inning-ending double plays; winning the series. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Victoria Boyton)