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- Played for U.S. Armed Forces (2004, 2005, 2006)
- Currently on active duties with the U.S. Air Force (28 years)
- Currently on active duties with the U.S. Air Force (28 years)
Favorite Movie: Slingblade
Favorite Sport (besides softball): Golf
Favorite Pro Sports Team: Dallas Cowboys
Hobbies: Hunting
Favorite Food: Fried Catfish
Person you admire the most: Kurt Warner (never says 'can't' and supports his community)
Favorite Sport (besides softball): Golf
Favorite Pro Sports Team: Dallas Cowboys
Hobbies: Hunting
Favorite Food: Fried Catfish
Person you admire the most: Kurt Warner (never says 'can't' and supports his community)
Three People to have dinner with: Ted Nugent, Tiger Woods, Sarah Palin
Q: What does it mean for you to represent your country at this level?
“I’ve had the privilege to represent my country in the Air Force for 28 years and have loved every minute of it,” said Raper. “To now represent this great nation in this venue, on the field of play (as a coach) is just indescribable. Sports is the media which connects with a majority of Americans. Being a part of an event having the potential to connect with our country’s fans is an honor and will be an awesome experience!”
“I’ve had the privilege to represent my country in the Air Force for 28 years and have loved every minute of it,” said Raper. “To now represent this great nation in this venue, on the field of play (as a coach) is just indescribable. Sports is the media which connects with a majority of Americans. Being a part of an event having the potential to connect with our country’s fans is an honor and will be an awesome experience!”
Q: What are the keys to the success of Team USA?
"T.E.A.M. Total Committment, Excellence, Attitude, Mission)
"T.E.A.M. Total Committment, Excellence, Attitude, Mission)
Q: How did you get started in slow pitch?
"During high school, after baseball season was over... started playing with a local team during summer months."
Q: If you could offer advice to a younger athlete, what would it be?
"Don't try to be someone you're not. There's only one ARod, Tiger and MJ. Find your sport... strive to be the best of your potential.. enjoy it, wherever that "level" of potential is."
"Don't try to be someone you're not. There's only one ARod, Tiger and MJ. Find your sport... strive to be the best of your potential.. enjoy it, wherever that "level" of potential is."
