Happy St. Patrick’s Day! The luck of the Irish abounds as we get ready to welcome spring and the sprightly new green world it brings. Are you feeling lucky? We’ve just reloaded our inventory with some new Navy gear and Navy apparel that is fresh and ready to kick off the season. So take a look and try your luck. You might discover your own rainbow with a pot of Navy gold at the end.
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Shopping Guide: Feeling Lucky? You Will With Fresh Navy Gear and Apparel
By Bill the Goat on Mar 11, 2024 9:00:00 AM
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Shopping Guide: Leap Into This Year with New Navy Gear and Apparel
By Bill the Goat on Feb 19, 2024 12:00:00 PM
Happy Leap Year! It’s always fun to celebrate a day that appears only once every four years. Fun Fact: It’s called “Leap Year” since we’ll skip a day on the calendar after the 29th. So St. Patrick’s Day was on a Friday last year and it will be on a Sunday this year. On February 29th, we’re grateful for an extra day to enjoy, and we’ve rounded up some new Navy gear and Navy apparel to help you leap into the year.
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How to Apply to the Naval Academy: A Parent and Teen Guide
By Bill the Goat on Feb 7, 2024 1:00:00 PM
Summary:
Admission to the Naval Academy is competitive, with a ~9% acceptance rate, but strong candidates stand out by preparing early. Focus on academic excellence, physical readiness, leadership, and securing a congressional nomination. Programs like Summer Seminar and an official USNA Admissions Tour can give applicants an edge and a firsthand look at midshipman life.
Do you have a teen who dreams of attending the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA)? Maybe they’re honoring a proud family history of service, inspired by a future in the Navy or Marine Corps, or simply realizing that they feel called to serve. No matter how they got here, it’s a goal worth celebrating and supporting.