Brad Simms at his best

The two go hand in hand. Soldiers in the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team “Greywolf”, 1st Cavalry Division at FOB Marez were treated to a visit from five ESPN X Games athletes earlier this month. Many serving in Iraq and Afghanistan are extreme sports fans, and it’s a real boost for them to be visited by the pros.

Jen O’Brien was the first female skater to ever participate in the X Games.

“I just think it’s important to come out and support the troops and let them know we appreciate what they’re doing out here,” said Jen O’Brien. “They’re away from their family and friends and they’re working hard to make sure we’re safe at home.”

Nate Holland has competed in multiple X Games snowboarding events and was even a member of the 2006 U.S. Olympic team.

Snowboarder Grete Eliassen has won back to back gold medals in the 2005 and 2006 X Games. She has also won three straight U.S. Open Skiing Slopestyle competitions.

Skier Sarah Burke won the gold medal in the 2009 X Games superpipe event and numerous gold medals prior to that. She is the first and only female to ever land a 1,080 degree spin during competition.

BMX freestyle rider Brad Simms has recently had a signature frame with Hoffman bikes come out with his nick name B-Rad on the side.

The athletes made several stops around Afghanistan, boosting troop morale and showing their moves.

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