What Squadron / Section did you work in, while at Rhein Main?
435th SP's
During his service in the military he was able to take his love of sports in the direction of coaching. Coach Fahey was able to lead many teams over the years to squadron championships in basketball and softball. He eventually coached at a base level and won championships in the Mediterranean and European theaters, as well as an Air Force championship. Coach Fahey was recognized as one of the most respectable basketball coaches; he was selected to the coaching staff of the Strategic Air Command Europe team, Air Force Mediterranean team and the All Air Force team. He coached many outstanding players — one being the only military player invited to the 1984 Olympic Team tryouts.
During his military career he was awarded many medals; specifically, the Air Force Commendation medal and the Air Force Achievement medal. He was qualified as a weapons expert, attended Non-Commissioned Officer Leadership Academy, the Non-Commissioned Officer Academy and was qualified as an Air Force training instructor. A highlight of his career occurred while stationed at Rhein Mein Air Base in Germany, where he was assigned to a security detail to protect President George H. W. Bush on two occasions.
Tim was a member of The Knight of Columbus, 3rd degree, American Legion, Air Force Association and a lifetime member of the Non-Commission Officer Association.
