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Shopping Guide: 10 Must-Have Yard Souvenirs (Mid-Approved!)

By Bill the Goat on Oct 9, 2025 8:30:00 AM

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From classic Navy hoodies and football gear to exclusive ornaments and Annapolis-only apparel, this USNA shopping guide features ten midshipman-approved souvenirs perfect for fans, families, and alumni. Whether you’re tailgating in style or supporting the Brigade of Midshipmen with every purchase, these Navy treasures let you carry a piece of the Yard spirit wherever you go.

Want to know what’s hot on the Yard these days? From fresh apparel drops to can’t-miss gear, we’ve rounded up ten midshipman-approved Navy souvenirs. Whether you’re shopping online at Navyonline.com, stopping in at the USNA Gift Shop, or stocking up before your next football tailgate party, this list covers the best of the best. These finds don’t just look good - they do good, supporting the Brigade of Midshipmen.

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Midshipman Lily Williams Earns Her SAR Certification

By Bill the Goat on Oct 2, 2025 9:53:57 AM

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Midshipman 1/C Lily Williams completed one of the Navy’s toughest training programs - Search and Rescue (SAR) school - and emerged as class leader after weeks of intense physical and mental challenges. Her experience reflects how the Naval Academy prepares future officers through high-stakes, hands-on training that builds leadership, resilience, and readiness for service.

The pool was cold, the instructors were unrelenting, and the first week of summer training seemed designed for one purpose only: to make candidates quit. For Midshipman 1/C Lily Williams, that was exactly the point. She hadn’t signed up for Navy Search and Rescue (SAR) school in Jacksonville, Florida, expecting it to be easy - she had signed up to be tested.

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Shopping Guide: How to Serve Up the Best USNA Tailgate Ever!

By Bill the Goat on Sep 16, 2025 8:30:00 AM

Fall at the U.S. Naval Academy means one thing: it’s time for tailgate season! Diehard Navy fan? Proud parent of a midshipman? Someone who loves a good time? We’ve got a great tailgate party for you.

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