Maj. Joseph Cook was honored as a “Hometown Hero” at the Chicago Wolves game on Jan. 5, 2024. He has served in the Air Force JAG Corps as a statewide Area Defense Counsel in the Wisconsin ANG for the past four years after having served in the Illinois ANG for eight years.

Since joining CVO, he has been very active in contacting congressional staffers to advocate for the interests of veterans.

“It was an amazing experience, and very special to share it with my family and friends who came out to the game.”

Maj. Joseph Cook

The person being honored is introduced as he goes onto the ice (on a red carpet) with Wayne Mesmer for the singing of the National Anthem. CVO members interested in becoming a Hometown Hero should let us know since good work for veterans should be recognized. It is not necessary to appear in uniform.

Commenting on the event, Joe said, “It was an amazing experience, and very special to share it with my family and friends who came out to the game.”