USNA Foundation Athletic and Scholarship Programs

ATHLETIC AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

ABOUT US

Founded in 1944, the Naval Academy Athletic and Scholarship Programs (A&SP), a division of the United States Naval Academy Foundation, encourages and supports athletic excellence at the Naval Academy. The program is responsible for grants and awards that recognize superiority in athletics and a comprehensive scholarship program to ensure that the Naval Academy has the best scholar-athletes in the nation.

MISSION

To provide leadership, need based funding, guidance and mentoring to all Foundation Preparatory School students, to provide needed private funding to all USNA varsity, club and intramural sports teams through The Fund for Athletic Excellence and to remain a highly respected organization in support of the Physical Mission of the U.S. Naval Academy.

ATHLETIC SUPPORT

Each year, the Foundation (A&SP) provides more than $3.33 million in direct support for all types of athletic activities at the Naval Academy. This includes extensive financial support to not only the 35 varsity teams, but also the many club and intramural teams as well as to the Naval Academy Prep School in Newport, RI.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Through a need-based scholastic program, the Foundation (A&SP), provides one year of post-high school education to qualified young men and women who need further academic preparation before they enter the Naval Academy. Thanks to the Foundation’s (A&SP) sponsorship, more than 4,000 motivated candidates with excellent leadership, scholastic and athletic potential have graduated from the Naval Academy since 1944. It is a “win-win” for the Naval Academy and for these outstanding candidates!

Seems so many things change—our world, society, environment—yet some things remain the same. Our Athletic and Scholarship Program (A&SP) continues to evolve, but our mission has remained constant … and we’ve had another GREAT year!

The A&SP advances the admission of highly qualified candidates to the United States Naval Academy (USNA) by providing scholarship opportunities which enable aspiring young men and women to attend private preparatory schools. A&SP has helped deserving students attend the Academy by way of one of our affiliated preparatory schools since our inception in 1944. During that time, we have provided motivated men and women the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed at the Academy and beyond.

We have 16 prep schools; all of whom help each of our students obtain a coveted Naval Academy appointment. Our program remains as strong as ever and the extra year allows our prep students to graduate from the Naval Academy at a better than 90 percent rate!

Equally important is the support we provide to the Naval Academy physical mission which includes all varsity sports, 15 club sports and brigade intramurals. This fall, the Naval Academy added two additional varsity sports to bring the total to 35. Both men’s and women’s rugby teams will now compete at the varsity level.

Obviously, it takes resources to pull it all together. Coaches, facilities, weight training, etc., and in this regard, I’m proud to report we set another record by raising $3,980,000 during our most recent fiscal year. Our Trustees, graduates, parents and friends of the Naval Academy permitted us to achieve $750,000 above our stated goal. These funds support all our teams and provide the Margin of Excellence that takes them to the next level; from good to great. Thank you for your support, without which our teams would be struggling to succeed.

As evidence of what this means to Navy athletics, Navy won a record eighth consecutive Patriot League President’s Cup. Our Navy teams established the most wins in the history of the Army-Navy series with a record of 20 wins and 4 losses. Additionally, the 27-9 record against Army is the most wins ever in a single season. Every team that competed against Army beat Army at least once. We are very proud of these results, and we anticipate another strong A&SP fundraising year to ensure our teams have the Margin of Excellence needed to compete at the highest level of competition. We’ve won 15 conference championships in very competitive conferences and had numerous All Americans, conference players of the year and coaches of the year. All accomplished because our program provided scholar athletes the opportunity to succeed! Thank you, well done!

I mentioned change … We’ve had significant changes in our Enterprise leadership team as well. Jeff Webb ’95, took over as the Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation’s President and CEO, Ron Terwilliger ’63, chairs the Naval Academy Foundation and Mark Ferguson ’78, chairs the Naval Academy Alumni Association Board of Trustees. This infusion of new energy, ideas and experience will help move our organization into the future and maintain our position as one of the preeminent institutions of higher learning.

The strength and vitality of our A&SP is evidenced by the induction of the following new Trustees, whom we welcomed at the fall and spring meetings:

FALL 2021

New Trustees Sponsor

Jennifer Cunningham ’94 Becky Haase ’94

Bob Gast A.B. Cruz ’80

Jason Hedberg ’94 David Lillefloren ’92

Fred Malek ’88 Henry Stoever ’88

Phil McConkey ’79 Maurice Tosé ’78

Bill Moran ’81 Ted Carter ’81

Cliff Rees ’88 Chad Watson ’88

Lori Reynolds ’86 Dave Bethel ’79

Dan Smalley ’89 Nick Mygas ’79 Michael Tabb ’88 Darryl Smith ’88

SPRING 2022

New Trustees Sponsor

Harry Harris ’78 Tim Keating ’71

Blake Lindsay ’07 Ernie Blake ’64

Kerwin Miller ’75 David Albritton ’88

Ron Nicol ’75 Jon Greenert ’75

Dave Schroder ’92 Jeff Lukish ’87

Matice Wright-Springer ’88 Mary McElroy ’87

RADM Tom Lynch ’64, USN (Ret.)

We also are proud to announce the following Trustees who were elevated to emeritus status and are deserving of our thanks for their many years of service.

Fall 2021 Spring 2022

Emeritus Trustees: Emeritus Trustees: Steve Abbott ’66 Dr. Mike “Ike” Eichelberger

Tom Lukish ’59 Bill Heine ’62 Bill Moore ’61 Bob Verrati ’66

John O’Brien ’67 Norb Ryan ’67

Andrew Prince ’65 Dave Tate ’67

James “Sandy” Winnefeld

Every year during our semi-annual fall and spring A&SP meetings we select the most deserving Coach of the Year for the fall, winter and spring seasons. This past year we selected the following:

WINTER 2020-2021: Ed Dechellis—men’s basketball

SPRING 2021: Ian Burman—intercollegiate sailing

FALL 2021: Kim Lewnes—women’s cross country

Each coach received an engraved desk clock as well as a monetary award. Congratulations to each of these superb coaches.

In closing, we have persevered through the COVID pandemic, adapted and overcame many challenges over the years, raised the requisite funding and I truly believe we are now stronger than ever before. There will always be obstacles but our mission to support a Margin of Excellence that allows our athletes to compete with the most prestigious universities in the country has not changed and these graduates will go on to serve the nation in positions of leadership. This is why we exist. It is your support and generosity which allows this rich tradition to live on.

GO NAVY, BEAT ARMY!

Rear Admiral Thomas C. Lynch ’64, USN (Ret.) Chairman,

Athletic and Scholarship Programs

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Bo Schembechler was quoted as saying, “every day you either get better or you get worse. You never stay the same.” Whether you’re a fan of the old Michigan coach or not, I believe the words ring true. We should all do our best to continually improve and even if we don’t always hit the mark, we can strive to be our best. That’s something we stress to our Foundation scholars and our Trustees. In this crazy world we can all do our part to be better and help others. That is exactly what we are trying to accomplish with our Athletic and Scholarship Programs (A&SP) and the mission we support.

As a reminder, our A&SP Mission:

“To provide leadership, need based funding, guidance and mentoring to all Foundation Preparatory School students, to provide needed private funding to all USNA varsity, club and intramural sports teams through The Fund for Athletic Excellence and to remain a highly respected organization in support of the Physical Mission of the United States Naval Academy.”

It is almost unfathomable that we are still dealing with the remnants of COVID. But we certainly are, and we continue to adapt and overcome. That’s what defines us—how we respond to challenges. I hear from our students and Trustees alike—and no one is giving up! We all have that American spirit to keep fighting and setting the right example for others.

The Athletic and Scholarship Programs have enjoyed a wonderful year. I’m happy to announce we were able to hold our fall 2021 and spring 2022 Trustee meetings and dinners in person! Many of our Trustees and their spouses attended these events and it occurred to me that the opportunity to gather and enjoy each other’s company and the shared camaraderie helps to remind us why we love and support the Naval Academy. To stay relevant, we must continue to be willing to act and, fortunately, this is not a burden we carry alone. We all carry this torch together to help these young men and women, to honor our history, to ensure our wonderful Naval Academy has the necessary resources to continue to produce officers of character and consequence that will help lead our country into the future.

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

We completed another successful admissions cycle for the Class of 2026! It has been said, “if you do what you love, you’ll never have to work a day in your life.” I do love what I do … working with motivated, intelligent and committed young men and women never gets old. Our Foundation scholars of the Class of 2026 were no exception and of the 45 (26 men and 19 women) that started, 40 (23 men and 17 women) earned their appointments to the Naval Academy. We had students from 15 different states with Maryland, California and Virginia leading the way.

We hosted an Ice Cream Social the day before Induction Day for our Foundation Scholars and their families. Everyone enjoyed

CAPT Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.)

an afternoon out of the sun in our amazing new Ron Terwilliger ’63 Center for Student-Athletes. It was a wonderful way to Welcome Aboard our newest plebes who took the Oath of Office the next afternoon! The Naval Academy’s Superintendent, Vice Admiral Sean Buck ’83, USN; Commandant, Colonel JP McDonough ’94, USMC; Alumni Association & Foundation President and CEO, Jeff Webb ’95; and many of our A&SP Trustees helped welcome our students and their families to our Naval Academy family!

Next year’s Foundation prep class (Naval Academy 2027) is formed, with 44 students enrolled at 11 of our 16 affiliated prep schools for the 2022-2023 academic school year. These students hail from 19 states and Bogota, Columbia. Florida, California and Maryland led the way with this group. As with each of our incoming classes, our students’ credentials are very impressive, and I fully expect that they will matriculate through our program and the Naval Academy at a better than 90 percent rate. The Foundation student’s graduation rate is historically at or near the top of any of the accession sources to the Naval Academy. Bottom line is that our program continues to be a win-win for our students and the Naval Academy!

The following prep school scholarships have been established in the past year:

• The Rear Admiral Lawrence C. Chambers Honor Scholarship, established by the following graduates of the USNA Class of 1975: Lieutenant Colonel Henderson Lawson, USMC (Ret.), Attorney Kerwin E. Miller, Commander Tom Nollie, USN (Ret.), and Mr. Bill Montgomery. (See page 7.)

• The Rear Admiral Eugene B Fluckey Memorial Scholarship, established by his family to honor the late Congressional Medal of Honor awardee. (See page 7).

• The Class of 1985 Honor Scholarship, established by the class to honor classmates they have lost. (See page 8.)

PHYSICAL MISSION

I have said this in previous editions … however, it bears repeating. The financial support A&SP provides to the physical mission through The Fund for Athletic Excellence continues to be an integral part of the Naval Academy’s efforts to the development of midshipmen morally, mentally and physically. We continue to raise the bar on the support we provide, and we have set a record each of the last three years. I am especially proud that we raised almost $4 million and this doesn’t happen without a committed and cohesive team that believes in supporting the Naval Academy.

It is fitting to thank our generous Trustees, Naval Academy alumni, parents and friends of Navy. It’s also important to acknowledge the efforts of our Alumni Association & Foundation team for their dedicated efforts. I’d be remiss if didn’t publicly acknowledge our Naval Academy Athletic Associations (NAAA) staff of Tim Ford, Tatiana Motevalli-Oliner and Nicole Snyder for their efforts in managing The Fund for Athletic Excellence and stewarding many of our Trustees and other donors. One Trustee deserves special mention, Mr. Mike Yeager, one of our most recent Distinguished Graduates who continues to be a driving force in helping to raise the bar. His untiring efforts to make our organization better are noteworthy.

Admiral Lynch mentioned our record against Army, our eight Patriot League President’s Cups and the Conference Championships we’ve won. Allow me to expound upon those feats … we had 19 midshipmen earn All-American honors, 10 Academic All-Americans, six Patriot League Scholar Athletes of the Year, 19 Conference Athletes of the Year, seven Rookie of the Year awards, and 15 National/Conference Coaches of the Year. That is quite an impressive list and coupled with our dominating performances against the Black Knights … I’d say that the support we all provide is paying off!

I am grateful to our small team at 25 Maryland Avenue and our wider Enterprise. Tracey Cook and Mariola Baker make my job easy and a joy to come to work every day. They share my passion for the Athletic & Scholarship Programs and the wonderful people we get to deal with day in and day out. We could not do what we do without our A&SP Chairman, Rear Admiral Tom Lynch ’64, USN (Ret.), our former USNAAA&F President and CEO, Byron Marchant ’78 and our current USNAAA&F President and CEO, Jeff Webb ’95. All have been and continue to be great supporters of what we do here, and we could not be the wonderful organization we are without their support, guidance and leadership.

If you have any questions or desire to know more about supporting our programs, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Call us, email us, check us out on the web, send us a letter or visit in person at 25 Maryland Avenue, Annapolis, MD.

Thank you for giving your time, talent and treasure to this wonderful organization—and GO NAVY!

Captain Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.) Executive Director

A&SP Team: Mariola Baker, CAPT Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.), and Tracey Cook

PROGRAM SUPPORT FOR ATHLETICS

This year, our Foundation is providing $3.33 million in direct support to Navy athletic programs. The funds are drawn primarily from our “Fund for Athletic Excellence,” the lifeblood of our organization. Our support includes the following:

SUPPORT TO NAAA

Navy Football

• Annual Football Banquet

• Football Operations/Recruiting

• Football Salary Navy Olympic Sports

• Recruiting and Operations

• Programmatic Enhancements

• Video Streaming/Technology Support

SUPPORT OF NAPS

• Coaches and Team Operations Support including Travel

SPECIAL PROJECTS

• Trophies

• Award Displays

• Locker Room Enhancements

• Club Sports and Intramural Support

SPECIAL INTEREST ITEMS

• NMCM Stadium Sustainment Fund

• NAAA Development Staffing Support

USNA Foundation Prep School Scholarship Support

$455,783.00 (academic year 2021-2022)*

*Note: These funds come from restricted funds specifically designated for the tuition assistance support of the prep school program

NEW SCHOLARSHIPS HONOR TWO

THE REAR ADMIRAL LAWRENCE C. CHAMBERS ’52, USN (RET.),

HONOR SCHOLARSHIP

Throughout his life, Rear Admiral Lawrence C. Chambers ’52, USN (Ret.), has been a model of character.

To honor Rear Admiral Lawrence’s extraordinary career, members of the Class of 1975 created a scholarship in his name to support the Naval Academy’s Fund for Athletic Excellence.

The Rear Admiral Lawrence C. Chambers Honor Scholarship, established by the following graduates of the USNA Class of 1975: Lieutenant Colonel Henderson Lawson, USMC (Ret.), Attorney Kerwin E. Miller, Commander Tom Nollie, USN (Ret.), and Mr. Bill Montgomery.

The scholarship recognizes a trailblazer whose humanity was demonstrated as the commander of MIDWAY. In 1975, Rear Admiral Chambers assumed command of MIDWAY, becoming the first Black officer to command an aircraft carrier. Less than two months later, his leadership skills were tested as MIDWAY participated in Operation Frequent Wind, the evacuation of Americans and at-risk Vietnamese from Saigon.

In a move that exemplified Rear Admiral Chambers’ character, on 29 April 1975, he ordered his crew to dump millions of dollars of aircraft into the water to allow a South Vietnamese Air Force pilot to land a two-seat Cessna carrying his wife and five children on MIDWAY’s deck during the fall of Saigon.

Under Rear Admiral Chambers’ command, MIDWAY sailed to Thailand to secure and transport South Vietnamese aircraft so they wouldn’t fall into the hands of communists. En route, MIDWAY’s crew spotted a fishing boat with 84 Vietnamese refugees sailing in the Gulf of Siam. Rear Admiral Chambers ordered MIDWAY to rescue the refugees from the sinking ship.

Rear Admiral Chambers was the first Black Naval Academy graduate promoted to flag rank. He is a 2018 Naval Academy Distinguished Graduate honoree.

Future midshipmen will be reminded of Rear Admiral Chambers’ legacy of honor and character through this new scholarship.

ALUMNI

THE REAR ADMIRAL EUGENE B. FLUCKEY ’35, USN (RET.),

MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Rear Admiral Eugene B. Fluckey ’35, USN (Ret.), exemplified leadership and courage during his career of service. Thanks to a new scholarship, future generations of midshipmen will benefit from Rear Admiral Fluckey’s example.

The Rear Admiral Eugene B. Fluckey ’35, USN (Ret.), Scholarship provides support for needy and worthy Naval Academy applicants. The new award honors a career Naval officer whose tactical submarine command and daring actions led to record-breaking success for his crew.

During five World War II patrols, Rear Admiral Fluckey’s submarine sunk 17 ships that totaled a record 94,409 tons. The 2003 Naval Academy Distinguished Graduate commanded the daring 23 July 1945 operation that sent eight BARB crew members onto the northern Japanese island of Karafuto to set a pressure-detonation bomb on train tracks. The plan worked, helping disrupt Japan’s supply lines.

In January 1945, in Namquan Harbor on the coast of China, then-commander Fluckey and his crew launched a series of devastating attacks on more than 30 enemy ships, earning him the Congressional Medal of Honor. For his patrols in BARB, Rear Admiral Fluckey was also awarded four Navy Crosses, a feat unequaled by any living American.

Later in his career, Rear Admiral Fluckey worked with the Secretary of the Navy, and then served as personal aide to Chief of Naval Operations Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz, Class of 1905, USN (Ret.). In 1956, he was assigned as head of the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Naval Academy. During that tour he also spearheaded the campaign to raise $2.2 million to build Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium—a highly successful campaign, which realized its goal before construction began.

His cunning, commitment and courage remain an inspiration to sailors and midshipmen.

RADM Lawrence C. Chambers ’52, USN (Ret.)

RADM Eugene B. Fluckey ’35, USN (Ret.)

CLASS OF 1985 LAUNCHES A&SP HONOR SCHOLARSHIP

The Class of 1985 has endowed a new scholarship to honor classmates they’ve lost and provide prospective midshipmen an avenue into the Academy.

Originally, the Class of 1985 Honor Scholarship was going to launch in 2025 to coincide with their 40th graduation anniversary. However, members of the class were so enthusiastic about this endeavor they raised 100 percent of their fundraising goal this year.

Included in the Class of 1985 are 80 members whose journey to the Academy was aided by U.S. Naval Academy Foundation scholarships. They turned their gratitude into a philanthropic effort to ensure prospects who do not attend the Naval Academy Preparatory School but successfully complete their particular prep school requirements and maintain their eligibility can pursue their goal of joining the Brigade of Midshipmen.

Class President, Major Robert Smith ’85, USAFR, said the awarding of this new scholarship each year will bring classmates together to reflect on classmates no longer with them.

“This is a way to remind us of the classmates we lost,” said Smith, who ran cross country at the Academy.

“The Class of 1985 plans to do more than just deliver a monetary award each year,” Smith said. He said his classmates hope to provide mentorship and assistance to future midshipmen.

Throughout their time at the Academy, scholarship recipients can rely on the Class of 1985 to track their progress until graduation.

“We want one of our legacies to be welcoming a midshipman every year that we can bring into the Class of 1985 family,” he said. “We will put our arms around them and bring them into our family. We would make ourselves available to that scholarship recipient, mentoring and helping the family and student through the process.

“(One scholarship) is a drop of water in a bucket but it’s our hope our scholarship recipient will add to the overall abilities of the Brigade of Midshipmen. We’re adding another gem to the pile.”

ADDING TO LEGACY OF SUCCESS

A faster than anticipated fundraising achievement will allow the Class of 1985 to begin awarding scholarships in the spring. The class pledged $250,000 to the Fund for Athletic Excellence.

“We’re a couple of years ahead of schedule thanks to my classmates rallying to the cause,” Smith said.

Creating a scholarship to assist students headed for one of the 16 Athletic & Scholarship Programs (A&SP) participating schools and institutions is a way for many of the Class of 1985 to return a cherished favor. With 80 members of the class coming to the Academy thanks to foundation scholarship—including current Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Michael M. Gilday, USN—the idea resonated with many in the class.

“We were classmates because of that scholarship. The entire Brigade of Midshipmen can benefit from the experiences of Foundation Scholarship recipients. Many assume leadership positions quickly at the Academy thanks to their knowledge and previous acclimation to military routines and expectations,” Smith said.

The Class of 1985 recognizes the value of A&SP to the individual midshipman, the Brigade and to the success of Navy athletics.

“We hope to add to that legacy of success of Foundation scholarship recipients,” Smith said. “It was important for us to continue that legacy of athletic excellence.”

FOUNDATION AWARDS

ADMIRAL LOUIS E. DENFELD

MEMORIAL AWARD

The Admiral Louis E. Denfeld Memorial Award recognizes a Foundationsponsored member of the graduating class who has best displayed traits of leadership, demonstrated academic proficiency and has participated extensively in extra-curricular activities. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Keenan Lawrence, from Escondido, CA. Service selection Navy Pilot.

E.E. “RIP” MILLER VARSITY FOOTBALL AWARD

The recipient of the E.E. “Rip” Miller Award is selected by members of the varsity football team and is presented to the member of the squad “who has contributed the most to the team.”

The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Diego Fagot from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Service selection USMC Ground.

NAPOLEON MCCALLUM FOOTBALL TROPHY

The Napoleon McCallum Trophy presented annually to the varsity football player of the graduating class who gained the most all-purpose yards in his varsity playing career. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Chance Warren from Enterprise, AL. Service selection Navy Pilot.

THE H. MCCOY JONES AWARD

The H. McCoy Jones Award recognizes that Foundation sponsored member of the graduating class who demonstrated the highest degree of excellence in the Naval Academy athletic program and in leadership and competitive spirit. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Brendan Reynolds, from Madison, CT. Service selection Special Warfare (SEAL).

JOE BELLINO FOOTBALL TROPHY

The Joe Bellino Trophy presented annually to the varsity football player who’s inspiring on-the-field performance made a significant impact on the team and contributed to its overall success during the season. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Chance Warren from Enterprise, AL. Service selection Navy Pilot.

ROGER STAUBACH FOOTBALL TROPHY

The Roger Staubach Trophy presented annually to the varsity football player who demonstrated outstanding and consistent leadership and “Expect to Win” attitude in contributing to the team’s success during the season. This player embodied honor, courage and commitment on and off the playing field. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Kevin Brennan, from Westfield, NJ. Service selection USMC Ground.

Trustee Jeff Johnson ’79 with MIDN Keenan Lawrence ’22

Trustee Mike Yeager ’76 with MIDN Brendan Reynolds ’22

MIDN Diego Fagot ’22 with Trustee Skip Orr ’65

MIDN Kevin Brennan ’22 with Trustee Skip Orr ’65

MIDN Chance Warren ’22 with Trustee Skip Orr ’65

MIDN Chance Warren ’22 with Trustee Skip Orr ’65

FOUNDATION AWARDS

DAVID ROBINSON

BASKETBALL TROPHY

The David Robinson Trophy presented annually to the varsity basketball player of the graduating class who contributed the most to the team’s success over his playing career. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C John Carter Jr., from Spring Hill, TN. Service selection USMC Ground.

CHERYL DOLYNIUK CARLAN TROPHY

The Cheryl Dolyniuk Carlan Trophy presented annually to a female midshipman of the graduating class who excelled in athletics, leadership, and academics. Recommendations are received from NAAA and the Commandant of Midshipmen. The Awards Committee makes the selection. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Victoria Tran, from Clarksville, MD. Service selection Submarine Warfare.

MAX BISHOP/JOE DUFF BASEBALL TROPHY

The Max Bishop/Joe Duff Trophy presented annually to that Navy varsity baseball player of the graduating class who contributed the most to the team’s success over his varsity playing career. The coaching staff selects the recipient. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Christian Policelli, from Walkersville, MD. Service selection Navy Pilot.

1ST LIEUTENANT TRAVIS L. MANION WRESTLING TROPHY

The 1st Lieutenant Travis L. Manion Wrestling Trophy presented annually in memory of 1st LT Travis Manion, ’04 killed in action in Iraq. It is presented to the Navy Wrestler from the graduating class who displayed outstanding leadership and work habits throughout his career at the Naval Academy. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Jacob Allen, from Poway, CA. Service selection Special Warfare (SEAL).

LIEUTENANT COMMANDER ERIK KRISTENSEN CREW TROPHY

The Lieutenant Commander Erik Kristensen Crew Trophy presented annually in memory of Lieutenant Commander Erik Kristensen ’95, killed in action in Afghanistan. It is for the varsity heavyweight crew member of the graduating class who contributed the most to the program’s success over his career at the Naval Academy. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Alexander Sucato, from Springfield, VA. Service selection Special Warfare (SEAL).

THE INAUGURAL DAVE SMALLEY AWARD

The Inaugural Dave Smalley Award presented to a female athlete who embodies inspirational leadership and uncompromising character on and off the playing field. The recipient of this award was Midshipman 1/C Carolyn Mang, from Forest Hill, MD. Service selection USMC Ground.

MIDN John Carter Jr. ’22 with Trustee Cliff Rees ’88

Coach Rob Friedrich, MIDN Alexander Sucato ’22, with Trustee RADM Ed Kristensen ’65, USN (Ret.), and Suzanne Kristensen

Col J.P. McDonough ’94, USMC, Commandant of Midshipmen, Coach Carin Gabarra, MIDN Victoria Tran ’22, Coach Mike Melton and CAPT Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.)

Col J.P. McDonough ’94, USMC, Commandant of Midshipmen, with MIDN Christian Policelli ’22, and his family

Trustee BGen Dave Papak ’76, USN (Ret.), with MIDN Jacob Allen ’22

Trustees LtGen Lori Reynolds ’86, USMC (Ret.), MIDN Carolyn Mang ’22 with Dan Smalley ’89

FOUNDATION AWARDS

THE BOXING “CHAMPIONS TROPHY”

The Boxing “Champions Trophy” honors Navy Boxing coaches Spike Webb, Tony Rubino, Emerson Smith, and Jim McNally. Is awarded to midshipmen who won a collegiate national championship. This trophy, created by Trustee Chuck Spadafora, is presented each year to Club Boxing National Champions. The recipients of the award were Midshipman 1/C Jeanneney Currie, from New Rochelle, NY. Service selection USMC Pilot. Midshipman 1/C Elizabeth Grimmig, from Portland, TN. Service selection USMC Ground. Midshipman 1/C Vincent Motzel, from Annapolis, MD. Service selection Navy Pilot. Midshipman 2/C Jordan Barnhart, from Wadsworth, OH. Midshipman 2/C Aidan McNally, from Annapolis, MD. Midshipman 2/C Abigail Pidgeon, from Scott Township, PA.

Coach Jim McNally, MIDN Jeanneney Currie ’22, with CAPT Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.)

MIDN Elizabeth Grimmig ’22 with CAPT Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.)

MIDN Vincent Motzel ’22 with CAPT Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.)

Coach Jim McNally, MIDN Jordan Barnhart ’23, with CAPT Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.)

Coach Jim McNally, MIDN Aidan McNally ’23, with CAPT Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.)

MIDN Abigail Pidgeon ’23

FOUNDATION-SPONSORED USNA ’22 GRADUATES

MARK AMDAHL

New Mexico Military Institute—SURFACE ENGINEERING DUTY

MACKENZIE AYALA

Greystone Preparatory School—NAVY PILOT

SIDNEY BAILEY

Western Reserve Academy—SURFACE WARFARE

ISABELL BALTIMORE

Mercersburg Academy—SURFACE WARFARE

CAMRYN BEVIS

The Kent School—USMC GROUND

DANIEL BROTHERS

Mercersburg Academy—SURFACE WARFARE

JOSEPH DOHERTY

The Kent School—SURFACE WARFARE

GILLIAN EBY

Northfield Mount Hermon—USMC GROUND

CLARA ENNINFUL

New Mexico Military Institute—SURFACE WARFARE

REED HARKLEROAD

The Hill School—NAVY PILOT

HUNTER HICKS

New Mexico Military Institute—USMC GROUND

BRITTANY HOLDEN-RHODES

Marion Military Institute—USMC PILOT

JORGE ILAGAN

Northwestern Preparatory School—SURFACE WARFARE

DALTON JACKSON

Mercersburg Academy—NAVY NFO

JAMES JOYCE

Blair Academy—SPECIAL WARFARE (SEAL)

JAMES KATSON

The Hill School—SURFACE WARFARE (NUCLEAR)

JACK KING

New Mexico Military Institute—NAVY PILOT

MYLES KNIGHT

Salisbury School—USMC GROUND

KEENAN LAWRENCE

Greystone Preparatory School—NAVY PILOT

CONNOR MAJARUCON

New Mexico Military Institute—USMC GROUND

JOHN MCBRIDE

The Kiski School—USMC GROUND

MATTHEW MCGEE

Greystone Preparatory School—USMC PILOT

THOMAS MENONI Blair Academy—USMC GROUND

DAVID MICCOLI

Marion Military Institute—SURFACE WARFARE

MAX OBERMAN

Marion Military Institute—NAVY PILOT

COURTNEY PONISH

Northwestern Preparatory School—NAVY NFO

MEAGAN QUISPE

Northwestern Preparatory School—SURFACE WARFARE

BRENDAN REYNOLDS

Salisbury School—SPECIAL WARFARE (SEAL)

CHRISTIAN ROBERTS

Wyoming Seminary—SUBMARINE (NUCLEAR)

ADRIAN SCHALK

Greystone Preparatory School—SUBMARINE (NUCLEAR)

TRENT TOPPING

Mercersburg Academy—SURFACE WARFARE

JADE TORRES Blair Academy—SURFACE WARFARE

CONNOR VAUGHN

The Kiski School—SURFACE WARFARE

BRANDON VOLONTIYA

New Mexico Military Institute—USMC GROUND

MADELINE WOOD

The Kent School—USMC GROUND

MEREDITH WOOD

The Kent School—USMC GROUND

RYAN YORK Avon Old Farms—NAVY PILOT

COOPERATING PREP SCHOOLS FOR 2022-2023

AVON OLD FARM (Avon, CT)

BLAIR ACADEMY (Blairstown, NJ)

GEORGIA MILITARY COLLEGE (Milledgeville, GA)

HARGRAVE MILITARY ACADEMY (Chatham, VA)

THE HILL SCHOOL (Pottstown, PA)

KENT SCHOOL (Kent, CT)

THE KISKI SCHOOL (Saltsburg, PA)

MARION MILITARY INSTITUTE (Marion, AL)

MERCERSBURG ACADEMY (Mercersburg, PA)

NEW MEXICO MILITARY INSTITUTE (Roswell, NM)

NORTHWESTERN PREPARATORY SCHOOL (Crestline, CA)

PEDDIE SCHOOL (Hightstown, NJ)

PORTSMOUTH ABBEY SCHOOL (Portsmouth, RI)

SALISBURY SCHOOL (Salisbury, CT)

WESTERN RESERVE ACADEMY (Hudson, OH)

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PREP SCHOOL IN THE SPOTLIGHT

NEW MEXICO MILITARY INSTITUTE

Established in 1891 and located in Roswell, NM, the New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) offers a rich history and tradition of educating tomorrow’s leaders through a program of strong, challenging academics, leadership preparation, physical fitness development and character development. NMMI has been affiliated with the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation since 1960, serving as one of the first three junior colleges accepting Foundation preps and preparing these young men and women for entry into the U.S. Naval Academy. During the 2021-2022 school year, NMMI hosted four Foundation preps who excelled in every facet of the program, posting an exceptional combined 3.97 GPA for the year.

NMMI grants high school diplomas and associate of arts and associate of science degrees. The Institute’s emphasis on the qualities of honor, integrity and responsibility, contributes to its unique educational philosophy.

Cadets may pursue commissions not only through the U.S. Naval Academy but also the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and Merchant Marines through the Service Academy Preparatory Program. In addition to the academy preparatory program, NMMI offers college cadets the opportunity to receive a commission in the U.S. Army through the 2-Year Early Commissioning Program. Leadership training is provided to all cadets at the college level, through the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) program and at the high school level through the Junior ROTC program.

NMMI graduates prove successful in every field of endeavor: business, industry, public service, education, the professions or careers in the military. Surveys of graduating classes show consistently that 95 percent of NMMI graduates go on to complete a four-year degree at outstanding schools such as the U.S. Naval Academy, Penn State, Stanford, Rice, Cornell, University of Texas, Arizona State University and the University of Colorado.

As an institution of secondary and higher education, the Institute has the mission of enabling individual development through challenging academic preparation in a structured learning environment that affords extensive opportunities for leadership and character development. In support of this mission, the Institute’s treatment of all cadets places key value on trust, student knowledge, integrity, service and responsibility all within the framework of an Honor Code stating that “A cadet will not lie, cheat or steal or tolerate those who do.”

2022 NMMI Foundation Prep Cadets with CAPT Don Hughes ’88, USN (Ret.)

A LETTER OF THANKS

A LETTER OF THANKS

PREP SCHOOL STUDENTS

Following are profiles of sponsored candidates who are members of the Naval Academy Class of 2026. They attended a prep school or junior college affiliated with the Foundation. The designations of “Honor Scholar” and “Scholar Athlete” are solely to recognize the contribution made to the Foundation by the donors of Honor or Memorial Scholarships.

JUSTIN-RAY ATIENZA

Scholarship: Major David A. Kish Memorial Scholarship.

High School: Samuel F.B. Morse High School, San Diego, CA

Prep School: Northwestern Preparatory School, Crestline, CA

Activities: STEM Distinction Program, JROTC Battalion Executive Officer and Color Guard Varsity Commander, Varsity Men’s Volleyball, Early Academic Outreach Program, Club Interact Vice President, MESA Club, Reality Changers

Honors: Military Order of the World Wars Merit Recipient, U.S. Army Cadet Command JROTC National Drill Championship, Distinguished Cadet, NAWIC Design Drafting (second place), California Scholarship Federation, California Boys State

ELIZABETH BILLS

Scholarship: Paul C. Cook, Class of 1934 Memorial Scholarship

High School: South River High School, Gambrills, MD

Prep School: Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg, PA

Activities: Key Club, Best Buddies, Seeking Smiles, Cranes for Cancer Honors: Honor Roll, Principal’s Honor Roll, Minds in Motion, STEM Magnet Program, Genius Olympiad Participant, Engineering and Science Fair (honorable mention), Captain of Club Soccer Team, Intern at Navy Annapolis Flight Center, Internship at Naval Academy Athletic Association, AP Capstone: Airfoil For Titan (honorable mention)

DANIELLE BOCANEGRA

Scholarship: Vice Admiral William P. Lawrence Memorial Scholarship High School: Murrieta Mesa High School, Murrieta, CA

Prep School: Northwestern Preparatory, Crestline, CA

Activities: Varsity Track, Varsity Cross Country, Lacrosse, National Honor Society, CSF member, Film Club, NAMI club, Anti-Fast Fashion Club, Celebration of Art (published), Student Speaker

Honors: National Honor Society, Distinguished Scholar with Honor Celebration of Art Finalist

ELIJAH BROWN

Scholarship: Lieutenant Commander Wesley A. Brown ’49 Honor Scholarship High School: Windermere High School, Winter Garden, FL Prep School: Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg, PA

Activities: Varsity Football (captain), Varsity Lacrosse (captain), Orchestra (first violin section leader), President and Founder of Social Emotional Acceptance Club (S.E.A), JROTC, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Red Cross Club, Film Club, 130-plus Community Service Hours, Volunteered for political campaign, Digital Video Production, Youth Football Coach (volunteer) Honors: Two-time Student-Athlete Academic All-American (awarded by Governor), National Honor Society, Principal’s “A” Honor Roll, Student Government Committee Board Member, Health and Safety Project of the Year, Microsoft Certification (Adobe Suite)

THOMAS BURKHARDT

Scholarship: Admiral Eugene Fluckey ’35 Scholarship High School: DeMatha Catholic High School, Hyattsville, MD Prep School: Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg, PA

Activities: Character Conversation Leader, Varsity Lacrosse, National Honor Society, In School Tutor, DeMatha Leadership Institute, Junior Varsity Football Honors: Diploma with Distinction Humanities, Diploma with Distinction Humanities Mathematics and Science, John Moylan Academic Excellence Award

ASHLIE CARDENAS

Scholarship: Captain Brandon Barrett Memorial Scholarship High School: Gar-Field Senior High School, Woodbridge, VA

Prep School: Georgia Military College, Milledgeville, GA

Activities: National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Green Club (president), Marine Corps JROTC, Track and Field, Key Club, Math Club, Color Guard, Semper Fi Fund Volunteer, Read-To-Lead Non-profit Organization Reader, Tutor for Gar-Field High School’s Tutoring Program

Honors: Honor Roll (four years), President’s List (four years), Principal’s Award for Academic Achievement, Summa Cum Laude Graduate, International Baccalaureate Bilingual Diploma Graduate

GABRIEL CAO

Scholarship: Admiral Thomas B. Hayward Honor Scholarship High School: Homeschooled, Purcellville, VA

Prep School: Marion Military Institute, Marion, AL

Activities: Shift Leader at Chick-fil-A, Boy Scouts, operations manager for Audible Eggs for the Visually Impaired, Junior Representative to Purcellville’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

Honors: Eagle Scout, Dean’s List (Marion Military Institute and Northern Virginia Community College), Congressional Award Silver Medal

AMY CHUNG

Scholarship: Commander William E. Fannin ’45 Memorial Scholarship High School: Taylorsville High School, Taylorsville, UT

Prep School: Northwestern Preparatory School, Crestline, CA

Activities: Varsity Swimming (captain), Varsity Soccer (captain), Club Swimming, Civil Air Patrol

Honors: Scholar Female Athlete Award, First Team All Region Soccer (2 years), Academic All-Region Swimming (2 years), Special Forces Association Award, Varsity letters in Swimming and Soccer (4 years)

THOMAS COX

Scholarship: Lieutenant Junior Grade Alton Grizzard (USNA ’91) Memorial Army-Navy Scholarship

High School: San Joaquin Memorial High School, Fresno, CA

Prep School: Northwestern Preparatory School, Crestline, CA

Activities: Varsity Water Polo, Varsity Swimming, Mixed Martial Arts, Student Body Vice President

Honors: Cum Laude, Water Polo Coach’s Award and Defensive Player of the Year, Class Clown, Honor Roll (4 years), Standout in Science Award

EMMA DAVIDSON

Scholarship: Lieutenant Commander Richard E. Bowe Memorial Scholarship High School: Westlake High School, Austin, TX

Prep School: Marion Military Institute, Marion, AL

Activities: Varsity Golf (captain), Fellowship of Christian Athletes, 200-plus Community Service Hours, Best Buddies (vice president), Younglife, Summer Camp (counselor), American Sign Language Club

Honors: National Honor Society, Academic All-State, Academic All-District, Magna Cum Laude, Principal’s Award for Sportsmanship

DOMINIC DE CASTRO

Scholarship: Captain Patrick M. Klokow ’99 Memorial Scholarship High School: Redwood Christian High School, San Lorenzo, CA

Prep School: New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, NM

Activities: Junior Class President, Executive Council Member, Sophomore Class Social Chair, Varsity Basketball (captain), Varsity Volleyball (captain), Varsity Soccer, Varsity Track and Field, 1st Degree Blackbelt in Martial Arts, American Legion California Boys State (delegate), Church Media Team, Chess Club President, Navajo Mission Team Member, NMMI Alpha Squad Leader and Charlie Platoon Leader, Church Vacation Bible School Summer Volunteer, Volunteer for Children’s Sports Summer Camps, Alameda County Food Bank Volunteer, Pianist Volunteer for Nursing Home, 300-plus Community Service Hours

Honors: Jack Welch Inspirational Male Christian Athlete Award, Distinguished Christian High School Student Award, Tri-Athlete Award, Silver Eagle Club (lettering eight varsity sports), CIF Scholar-Athlete and President’s List and Distinguished Team

Awards (4 years), President’s Education Award for Academic Excellence (4 years), Superintendent’s Award for Academics, Principal’s Honor Roll Summa Cum Laude (4 years), ACSI Speech Meet Gold Medalist, Excellence in Fine Arts

FRANCIS DIAS

Scholarship: Coach Ed Peery Memorial Scholarship

High School: Strawberry Crest High School, Plant City, FL

Prep School: Marion Military Institute, Marion, AL

Activities: Varsity Football (team captain), Varsity Track, Chargerthon, March for Our Lives, Interact, Political and Economic Society, High School Democrats, Assist Member, Metropolitan Ministries, Habitat for Humanity Veteran’s Rebuild Honors: National Honor Society, International Baccalaureate Program

SARAH

DUGGAN

Scholarship: The Admirals Earle Honor Scholarship

High School: Chesterton Academy of Annapolis, MD (Sophomore Junior); Independent Homeschool Studies (Freshman Senior)

Prep School: New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, NM

Activities: Music director for church activities and youth camps, running coach for Girls on the Run, local parish Clothing Bank (volunteer), Missionaries of Charity Washington, DC (volunteer), Whitehall Pool and Tennis Triple E award winner, Bayside Aquatic competitive swimmer

Honors: Homeschool STEM Fair 2018 (1st Place Physical Science Division), National Latin II Magna Cum Laude 2020

JOSHUA FISHER

Scholarship: Major General Terrence P. Murray, USMC Memorial Scholarship High School: Calvert Hall College High School, Baltimore, MD

Prep School: Marion Military Institute, Marion, AL

Activities: Varsity Water Polo, Varsity Swimming, Class President, Student Body President, Peer Ministry, Debate Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Culinary Club, Student Ministry Leadership Team, USNA Golf Course Employee, USNA Ticket Office Employee, Anne Arundel County Park and Recreation Lifeguard, Annapolis City Marina Dockhand

Honors: National Honor Society, Brother Tom Miller Honors Program, Honor Roll (four years)

MICHAEL FISHER

Scholarship: Captain William “Pat” Donnelly Memorial Scholarship

High School: Wilson Hall, Sumter, SC

Prep School: Georgia Military College, Milledgeville, GA

Activities: Varsity Football, Varsity Track, Boy Scouts, Chess Club

Honors: National Honor Society, Palmetto Boys State, French Honor Society, Senior Beta Club

LEAH GENTRY-TUNEY

Scholarship: Lieutenant Junior Grade Frederick W. Smith (USNA ’87)

Memorial Scholarship

High School: Freedom High School, Orlando, FL

Prep School: Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg, PA

Activities: Swimming, County Orchestra, Swim Instructor, Model Honors: Team captain junior and senior year, Varsity letterman (4 years), MVP (3 years) Honorable Mention, State Runner Up (3 years), Top 25 Junior National Championships YMCA State Champion (2 years) High Point Awards, 3rd and 5th Place YMCA Nationals, Commended Scholar

SHANE GOODSON

Scholarship: The Rear Admiral Thomas C. Lynch Scholar Athlete Scholarship High School: Unity Reed High School, Manassas, VA

Prep School: Kiski School, Saltsburg, PA Activities: Student Senator to School Board, Senior Class Vice President, Varsity Lacrosse (captain), Varsity Swimming, Choir, Naval Academy Summer Seminar, INOVA Blood Drive (volunteer), Founder of COVID-19 Book Drive, Key Club, Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy, Model Law Club Juror, Ecology Club

Honors: Boys State, Summa Cum Laude, Early College Scholar Program, Board of Excellence in Civics Education, Governor Seal of Academic Excellence, National Honor Society, English Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, All District Midfield, Lacrosse Coaches Award, Vocal Ensemble, All County Choir

JALEN GRANT

Scholarship: Vice Admiral Edward M. Straw Honor Scholarship

High School: Heritage High School, Wake Forest, NC

Prep School: The Hill School, Pottstown, PA

Activities: Varsity Soccer and Indoor Track Honors: NAC VI All-Conference Team, NC Soccer Coaches All-State Player, NAC VI Co-Conference player of the year, NC Soccer Coaches All-Region player, MAPL All-league selection

EZEKIEL GUZMAN

Scholarship: Louis William Alter Scholar Athlete

High School: Lemoore High School, Lemoore, CA

Prep School: New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, NM

Activities: Cross Country, Track and Field, Swimming, Academic Decathlon, Engineering Pathway, Chem Club, Lemoore Aquajets Swim Coach

Honors: Superintendent’s Award for Academics, LHS Tiger of the Year, Most Inspirational Runner, CSF Life Member

JIN HAIRSTON

Scholarship: Justine and Commander Raymond Welch, USN, Class of 1941 Memorial Scholarship High School: Bryan High School, Bryan, TX Prep School: Marion Military Institute, Marion, AL

Activities: Junior Varsity Soccer, Sophomore Class Council, Church Camp Junior Counselor, Student Council, National Honor Society, Rotary Club Volunteer, MMI Honor Guard (senior master guardsman), MMI Color Guard

Honors: Summa Cum Laude, AP Scholar with Distinction, Honor Roll, Dean’s List

JORDAN HALL

Scholarship: Admiral Douglas Volgenau, ’59 Memorial Scholarship High School: Governor’s STEM Academy, Grassfield High School, Chesapeake, VA Prep School: Marion Military Institute, Marion, AL

Activities: Member of the Active Minds Organization and the Obstacle Course

Racing Team at Marion Military Institute, Grassfield High School Varsity Wrestling, Leader and Member, 6th Place, Region 6A Wrestling Tournament, Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America (BSA), Troop 55, Chesapeake, VA, Governor’s STEM Academy Mentor, Grassfield High School, Distributive Education Club of America (DECA), Technology Student Association (TSA), Grassfield High School Varsity Football Team, National Student Leadership Conference, Biotechnology, American University, Washington, DC, Nominee and Attendee, Naval Academy Virtual Summer Seminar, Nominee and Attendee, Coast Guard Services Command, Internship, Chesapeake, VA, Hampton University, Department of Marine and Environmental Sciences, Oyster Restoration Project, Internship

Honors: Honor Graduate, Grassfield High School, Silver Academy Award, Governor’s STEM Academy, Academic Excellence Award, VA High School League, Concert and Assessment Band Honors, Grassfield High School, Scouting Honor Society, Order of the Arrow, Earned five varsity letters in sports, Dr. Bernard Harris SuperNova Award for Science, Boy Scouts of America, TransAtlantic Council, Dubai, UAE

MICHAEL JAGDON

Scholarship: Society of Sponsors Navy Honor Scholarship High School: Punahou School, Honolulu, HI Prep School: Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg, PA

Activities: Track and Cross Country, Punavision Employee, Debate Club, History Bowl, Student Office Aide Honors: Recognition Award in English, Recognition Award in Biology, Recognition Award in English, Recognition Award in Social Studies

HEAMI JONES

Scholarship: Society of Sponsors of the United States Navy, Elizabeth S. Hooper Memorial Scholarship High School: Pittsford-Mendon High School, Pittsford, NY

Prep School: Northwestern Preparatory School, Crestline, CA

Activities: Third Degree Black Belt and State Titler in Taekwondo, Varsity Soccer, Varsity Track (co-captain), National Honor Society, Foodlink’s Volunteer, High School Band (flute)

Honors: NYSPHSAA Scholar Athlete Award, Honor Roll

RYAN KNIGHT

Scholarship: Society of Sponsors of the United States Navy, Mrs. Arleigh A. Burke Memorial Scholarship High School: Culver Academies Culver, IN

Prep School: Peddie School Hightstown, NJ

Activities: Varsity Cross Country, Varsity Lacrosse, Ethics Bowl Chief Research Officer, Buddhist Service Leader, Varsity Quizbowl, Rugby, Diversity Council Co-Chair, Soccer Captain, Gold A, Silver A, and Hockey

Honors: Honors in Physics, Honors in Calculus, Honors in Leadership, AP Scholar Program, Dean’s List

MADISON KOUTAVAS

Scholarship: Class of 1957 Scholar Athlete Scholarship High School: Creekside High School, St. Johns, FL

Prep School: Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg, PA

Activities: Creekside High School Varsity Swimmer, Creekside High School Leadership Academy, St. Johns County Superintendent Board, Creekside High School Interact Club, Creekside High School Link Crew (commissioner), Mercersburg Academy Varsity Swimmer, Mercersburg Academy Green Team, Avid Shark Tooth Hunter and Outdoor Enthusiast

Honors: FHSAA Girls State Champion (2017, 2018 ,2020), Automatic All-American Swimmer for the Women’s 100 yard Breastroke, Team Captain (2020), USNA Women’s Swimming Recruit, 100 Plus Volunteer Service Hours, Cum Laude Graduate of 2021

ALEE MATILDO

Scholarship: Class of 1942 Honor Scholarship High School: Glenda Dawson High School, Pearland, TX

Prep School: Marion Military Institute, Marion, AL

Activities: MMI Knight (Fall 2021), Varsity Golf, Houston Youth Symphony (violinist), UIL Regional HS Full Orchestra, NJROTC Executive Officer (2020-2021), NJROTC Operations Officer (2019-2020), Worship Team violinist for First Baptist Church of Pearland, Speech and Debate Team (poetry), Texas Primary 2020 Student Clerk, Taekwondo Black Belt, Lifeguard Honors: MMI Knight Guidon, American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified, HYS Philharmonia orchestra concertmaster, NJROTC Bravo Zulu, Military Excellence Award

CARLTON McCLAIN

Scholarship: Commander Robert Timothy Hanley Memorial Scholarship High School: Northeast Senior High School, Pasadena, MD

Prep School: Georgia Military College, Milledgeville, GA

Activities: Outdoor/Indoor Track and Field, Math Club, Cybersecurity Club (captain), Sergeant at Arms on National Honors Society, Drill Team (captain), Data Analysis Work-Study and Principal Leadership Committee

Honors: Distinguished scholastic achievement, physical achievement award, distinguished military training, National Honor Society

PADRAIG

McNAMARA

Scholarship: Lieutenant Commander Erik S. Kristensen Memorial Scholarship High School: St. Joseph’s Preparatory School, Wayne, PA Prep School: Kent School, Kent, CT Activities: Crew Honors: Howley Scholar, Willian Gaul ’46 Service Award, Freedom Run Veteran Liaison, First Team All-Catholic (3 Years), High Honor Roll

KELSEY

MOGAN

Scholarship: George L. Castera Class of 1923 Memorial Scholarship High School: Parsippany Hills High School, Parsippany, NJ

Prep School: New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, NM

Activities: Girls Varsity Lacrosse (captain), Girls Varsity Basketball (captain), Student Council President, New Jersey Association of Student Councils Administrative Assistant, NJ Girls State Attendee, PHHS Peer Leader, Superintendent’s Committee, Princeton Model Congress Participant, NMMI Cadet Catholic Council, Parsippany Food Pantry (volunteer), Vacation Bible School (counselor), 200-plus Community Service Hours

Honors: Girls Lacrosse Honorable Mention All-League NJGILL Colonial South Division, Girls Lacrosse 2nd Team All-Conference NJGILL Colonial South Division, College Board AP Scholar with Honor, NJAIAW National Women in Sports Day Outstanding Female Athlete, Morris County Martin Luther King Observance Committee Award for Community Service and Leadership, French Biliteracy Seal, National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, French Honor Society, Civics and History Honor Society, High Honor Roll

AVERY MORRISON

Scholarship: Anna and Paul M. Lukish Sr. Memorial Scholarship High School: Broadneck High School, Arnold, MD

Prep School: Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg, PA

Activities: Broadneck Chapter of National Honor Society (member, senior vice president and junior academic leader), Broadneck High School Varsity Swim Team (Broadneck Athletic Leadership Council Representative), Naval Academy Aquatic Club, Broadneck Chapter of Habitat of Humanity, First Presbyterian Church of Annapolis (youth elder, youth deacon, and youth leadership team member), English to the Church Camp (volunteer leader of Music and Dance), Start the Adventure in Reading (STAIR) Summer Reader’s Theater Camp (volunteer camp counselor)

Honors: Summa Cum Laude

ADDISON NEISE

Scholarship: Commander Michael B. Clark, USNR (USNA, 1969) Memorial Scholarship High School: The Key School, Annapolis, MD Prep School: Kent School, Kent, CT

Activities: Kent Varsity Field Hockey, Kent Junior Varsity Ice Hockey, Kent Lacrosse, Varsity Field Hockey (4 years), Varsity Swim Team (2 years), Varsity Lacrosse (4 years), Musical Theater, Model Congress, Model U.N., Editor of Literary Art Magazine, Outdoor Education Peer Leader, Volunteer Middle School Tutor

Honors: High Honors, Varsity Lacrosse (captain, 2 years), Polar Bear Plunge (captain)—event to raise money for Special Olympics Maryland

JACKSON NGUYEN

Scholarship: Coach Albert A. Cantello Scholar Athlete Scholarship High School: Huntsville High School, Huntsville, AL Prep School: The Peddie School, Hightstown, NJ

Activities: Varsity Cross Country (captain), Varsity Track and Field (captain), National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America, Rotary Club, Community Outreach Volunteer/Speaker (Huntsville High School)

Honors: Honor Roll, Cum Laude, AHSAA 1st Team All-Section, AHSAA 7A 3200 Bronze Medalist, 1st Team All-MAPL Cross Country, MAPL Cross Country Champion, 1600m and 3200m Prep A Track and Field State Champion

MARCUS ORTIZ

Scholarship: Major Matthew M. Wiegand, USMC, USNA ’08 Memorial Scholarship

High School: Great Oak High School, Temecula, CA

Prep School: Northwestern Preparatory School, Crestline, CA

Activities: Cross Country, Track, South Temecula Track Club, AFJROTC Performance Drill (Rifles and Sabers), AFJROTC Flight Commander, 200-plus Community Service Hours, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Veteran Supplemental Support Network, Managed Audio-Visual Team for football games

Honors: Senior Academic Letter Honoree, California State Seal Biliteracy Qualifier, California Scholarship Federation

AVERY ROBERTSON

Scholarship: Major Megan M. McClung ’95 USNA (USMC) Scholarship

High School: Linganore High School, Frederick, MD

Prep School: Blair Academy, Blairstown, NJ

Activities: Varsity Lacrosse (captain), Varsity Field Hockey (captain), Winter Crew Team, Self Defense Club, Class Historian, Class Council, Student Government Association, Member of the National Honor Society, Member of the Science National Society

Honors: Straight A Platinum Academics, Academic Honor Roll, Graduated Highest Honors, Central Maryland Lacrosse Conference First Team, Area Top 3 High School Lacrosse Player, Linganore Girls Lacrosse Team MVP

BRYCE ROBISCH

Scholarship: Steve Belichick Memorial Scholarship

High School: Obra D. Tompkins High School, Katy, TX

Prep School: The Peddie School, Hightstown, NJ

Honors: Three-time All District soccer, two-time All state soccer, District Defensive MVP, All MAPL First team, All Prep first team

CATHERINE SHAFFER

Scholarship: Vice Admiral Ted and Lynda Carter Honor Scholarship

High School: South River High School, Edgewater, MD

Prep School: Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg, PA

Activities: Varsity Softball, Varsity Track, National Honor Society, STEM ambassador and mentor

Honors: Graduated high school with a 4.20 GPA, made the all-county softball team senior year

NATHAN SMITH

Scholarship: Coach Wayne Hardin Honor Scholarship

High School: Christchurch School, Christchurch, VA

Prep School: Portsmouth Abbey School, Portsmouth, RI

Activities: Varsity Sailing, Varsity Swimming, Robotics

Honors: Outstanding Student Award, National Honor Society, Headmasters List (four years), Team Captain (fall 2019), High School Team Race National Champions (spring 2019), Most Improved Sailor (spring 2019), Most Valuable Sailor (fall 2019)

WARREN STEPHENS

Scholarship: Admiral Charles R. Larson ’58 Honor Scholarship

High School: McGill-Toolen High School, Mobile, AL

Prep School: Georgia Military College, Milledgeville, GA

Activities: Varsity Soccer (captain), National League Soccer Team (captain), Mu Alpha Theta, Green Club, Lifeteen with 150-plus Community Service Hours, Summer Soccer Camp Counselor, Local Lawn Care Owner

Honors: President’s List Award (GMC), Honor Roll (4 years), National Honor Society, Scholar Athlete Excellence Award (4 years)

THOMAS TERESCHUK

Scholarship: Coach Rick Forzano Memorial Scholarship

High School: Radford High School, Kailua, HI

Prep School: Mercersburg Academy, Mercersburg, PA

Activities: Varsity Baseball (4 years), Junior Varsity Football (2 years), Varsity Winter Track (1 year), National Honor Society (10-12th grade), Naval JROTC (9-11th grade)

Honors: Baseball: All Conference 2nd team 9th and 10th grade (11th and 12th grade conference teams were not named due to Covid), Perfect Game 7th ranked player in the 2021 class in state of Hawaii (4th ranked pitcher), Honor Roll 4 years

JAKE WOODS

Scholarship: Class of 1964 Honor Scholarship

High School: Mariner High School, Cape Coral, FL

Prep School: Georgia Military College, Milledgeville, GA

Activities: Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, Scabbard and Blade Honor Society, Raider Team, Ranger Challenge Team, Baseball

Honors: Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Brigade Unit Commander, Raider Team Commander, ranked 1st in the State of Florida Best Raider Competition, Raider team ranked 2nd in the Nation, Distinguished and Superior Cadet Award, 100-plus Community Service Hours

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