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Supporting Organizations
Naval Academy Athletic Association
Ricketts Hall, Naval Academy, 410-293-2700 www.navysports.com
The Naval Academy Athletic Association is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization charged with providing resources to support the varsity and junior varsity programs offered by the Naval Academy. The NAAA operates with the guidance of their Board of Control, whose members report to the Superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy. Over 90% of funding support for the NAAA programs is through external sources of revenue (i.e. Blue & Gold memberships, ticket sales, corporate sponsorship, television revenue, parking, etc.). Less than 10% of the operating budget for the varsity and junior varsity programs is provided by the Academy via government funding. Therefore, Blue & Gold memberships are critical to provide our teams with the supplemental dollars necessary to close the “resource gap” between the Naval Academy teams and our Division I competition. Private support is critical to NAAA's success. To join The Blue & Gold or to request more information, contact: The Blue-N*-Gold 566 Brownson Road, Annapolis, MD 21402 Attn: Blue-N*-Gold 410-293-8708, AthleticDevelopment@usna.edu www.NavySports.com Tickets for athletic contests in the Yard can be purchased through NAAA (1-800-US-4-NAVY).
247 King George Street Annapolis, MD 21402 410-295-4000 www.usna.com
The course set by our Alumni Association founders in 1886 rings true today as the Alumni Association serves and supports the naval service, the Naval Academy, and its alumni by furthering the highest standards at the Naval Academy; by seeking out, informing, encouraging and assisting outstanding, qualified young men and women to pursue careers as officers through the Naval Academy; and by initiating and sponsoring activities which perpetuate the history, traditions, memories and growth of the Naval Academy and bind alumni together in support of the highest ideals of command, citizenship, and government. The Alumni Association provides programs and services to more than 65,000 members through more 100 alumni chapters, 75 class organizations, and 84 parent clubs worldwide. Events and activities include reunions, tailgates and an extensive array of career services. The Alumni Association also produces Shipmate magazine, WaveTops e-newsletter, and www.usna.com to keep members and friends up-to-date on alumni and Academy news. In addition, the Alumni Association’s parents program supports the parent clubs and provides tremendous resources and opportunities for Naval Academy parents. The Naval Academy Foundation works with Academy leadership to identify strategic priorities and to raise, manage and disburse private funds in support of those priorities. Since 2000, the Foundation has raised more than $820 million in support of the Brigade of Midshipmen, the Academy and its programs, and its influence can be seen in projects as varied as NavyMarine Corps Memorial Stadium, the Center for Cyber Security Studies, the Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership, international programs, faculty recruitment, admissions outreach, athletic excellence ,and much more. More than 13,000 alumni, parents, corporations, foundations, and other friends of the Academy make private gifts each year in support of specific programs or the Annual Fund, the most powerful way of supporting the Academy. The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association and the United States Naval Academy Foundation are two independent, not-for-profit corporations sharing a single president and CEO and operating as a fully integrated organization in support of the Naval Academy and its mission. The organization’s focus and core competencies are engagement and philanthropy in pursuit of complementary and closely aligned missions.
291 Wood Road, Annapolis, MD 21402-5034 800-233-8764, 410-268-6110 www.usni.org
Founded in Annapolis in 1873, the U.S. Naval Institute is one of the Nation’s most highly respected professional organizations. It is the independent forum of the sea services for those who dare to read, think, speak, and write to advance the professional, literary, and scientific understanding of sea power and other issues critical to global security. Its flagship magazine, Proceedings, is the heart of the forum and has been published continuously since 1874. Your membership ensures that the Naval Institute carries on its vital mission to provide a place where free and independent debate may flourish.
The Naval Institute’s periodicals, books, and conferences stimulate discussion on subjects vital to global security and USNI News is one of the most respected sources for dependable information on emerging on naval and security issues. From its headquarters in Beach Hall, the Naval Institute library includes photo and oral history archives that serve as valued references for military professionals, authors, journalists and researchers. The Institute’s publishing arm, the Naval Institute Press, publishes more than 100 books each year. The Naval Institute Press publishes a host of professional books such as the Bluejacket’s Manual. Its offerings include also world-renowned references such as The Naval Institute Guide to Combat Fleets of the World and Ships and Aircraft of the U.S. Fleet. The best-selling and best-known fiction title published by the Institute is “The Hunt for Red October.”
U.S. Naval Academy Band
101 Buchanan Road, Annapolis, MD 21402 410-293-1262 www.usna.edu/USNABand
The primary mission of the U.S. Naval Academy Band is to provide musical support for official functions of the Superintendent and the Commandant of Midshipmen and to support the Brigade of Midshipmen by performing at appropriate functions involving the brigade. In addition, the band is tasked to perform in support of official functions, ceremonies, and other events where such performances will enhance the morale and esprit de corps of the brigade; support pride, professionalism, and retention within the naval service; and represent the Department of the Navy in a musical capacity that promotes community relations and enhance the Navy's public image.
The U.S. Naval Academy Band supports the Brigade of Midshipmen at a formal dress parade on Worden Field. Worden Field, the official parade field of the U.S. Naval Academy, was first used for parades about 1900 when the construction of Bancroft Hall took over the site of the former parade field. It was formally dedicated in memory of Rear Admiral John L. Worden, USN (1818-1897) in 1912. As a lieutenant, Worden had been commander of USS Monitor in its famous battle with CSS Virginia (ex-USS Merrimack) during the Civil War. He served as the 7th Superintendent of the Naval Academy from 1869 to 1874. A son and grandson of Admiral Worden attended the dedication of the parade field. In its early years Worden Field also served as the "stadium" for home football games, baseball, and lacrosse until a real stadium was constructed in 1924 beyond the seaward end of Dahlgren Hall.
Naval Support Activity Annapolis
Commanding Officer 410-293-9320 Deputy Commanding Officer 410-293-9321 Admin Officer 410-293-9322
NSA Annapolis reports directly to the Commandant, Naval District Washington in the Commander Naval Installations Command claimancy, and is responsible for providing effective and efficient shore installation management and support.
The NSA Annapolis Headquarters Building is located across the Severn River from the United States Naval Academy in Building 58NS. In support of the USNA mission, NSA Annapolis provides all Base Operating Support for the Academy and North Severn Complex including Public Works Support, police and security, safety, fire protection, married and bachelor housing, Fleet Family Support Center and MWR support.
Brigade Sports Complex
64 Greenbury Point Road, 410-293-9700 www.usnabsd.com/brigade-sports-complex/ https://www.facebook.com/BrigadeSportsComplex/
The Brigade Sports Complex (BSC) is located across the Severn River on Greenbury Point adjacent to the Naval Academy Golf Course. It is home to the Navy tennis, ice hockey, golf, and rugby teams. Both the Tose Tennis Center and the McMullen Hockey Arena are open to the community. The BSC houses six indoor tennis courts; six outdoor tennis courts; and the McMullen Hockey Arena, an Olympic size ice rink. Offerings to the public include public skating sessions, Learn-to-Skate USA lessons, private and group tennis lessons, and group fitness classes. The Fitness Center is available for use only by authorized patrons and their guests.
Naval Academy Golf Course
64 Greenbury Point Road, 410-293-9747 Naval Support Activity Annapolis Brigade Sports Complex
Managed by the Naval Academy Golf Association, the Naval Academy Golf Course is an 18-hole university course. The course is open to midshipmen, active duty personnel stationed in Annapolis, Academy faculty and staff, and their guests. It is also available to all active duty and retired military personnel. The course is open during daylight hours weather permitting. The golf pro shop is located in the Brigade Sports Complex. Advance reservations are recommended. A snack bar, the Club at Greenbury Point, is located on the premises and may be reached at 410-293-4679.
