Athlete of the Month

Police Officer Randy Paulson has served the Pleasanton Police Department for more than fifteen years. During his tenure, he has received numerous citations and held several different assignments : 7 year SWAT Veteran, Motorcycle Officer, Commercial Enforcement Specialist, Detectives 2008 & 2009 M.A.D.D. DUI Award recipient, 2008 Officer of the Year Nominee, 2006 Carnegie Hero Award Recipient, and Bronze Star Recipient. Presently, he is assigned as a K-9 Handler for Explosives Detection Dogs & Patrol Service Dogs.

Police officer Paulson has been involved in the sport of Paintball for five years. He has participated in numerous Police and Fire Events throughout the country. In 2009, he medaled in Paintball Team at the Western State Police and Fire games, and he earned the Gold at the World Games in British Columbia in Paintball Team Slow Motion Super Hero. He will soon be participating in the 2010 Western State Games.

In Randys words, I am excited for the chance to defend the gold medal and I look forward to being in New York for the ten year anniversary of 9-11, the day that changed America forever and brought Americans closer together. The people of New York showed great heart and character during such a tragic and horrific event. To be able to compete in the World Games in New York in 2011 will be a great honor and privilege. You couldn't ask for a better venue for such an event.