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Show Your Navy Pride During USNA Commissioning Week

Written by Bill the Goat | May 9, 2023 1:00:00 PM

It’s one of the most exciting weeks on the Yard, and it’s almost here. Get ready for the U.S. Naval Academy Commissioning Week by breaking out your best Go Navy! gear. Need some new pieces? Not to fret, Navyonline.com has been preparing for Commissioning Week and has all the Navy t-shirts, fishing shirts, polo shirts, sweatshirts, hats, totes and more that you need. Here’s a quick roundup of the best ways to show your Navy love on the Naval Academy campus (the Yard) and around Annapolis as we celebrate our newest USNA graduates and wish them fair winds and following seas on their new journeys in the Navy and Marine Corps. Let’s send them off right!

Related: 5 Can’t-Miss-Events During Commissioning Week

Women’s Spirit Wear


In May, the days can be warm and the nights can be cool. Here’s an assortment of stylish shirts designed for wearing on their own or layering as it gets later. Your spirit wear will cheer on the midshipmen as they meet for Noon Meal Formation, march in the USNA Color Parade and graduate! These shirts are also great for around-town fashion.

Pink Camo Tee: This women’s tee USNA Annapolis camo is reporting for duty. With an on-trend pink camo background and bold USN*A Annapolis lettering, it’s fit for your workouts, your errands and especially your time on the Yard. Wear it with pride for Commissioning Week!

Vintage Navy Tee: Like your favorite tee shirt, this faded navy women’s loose fit v-neck tee N* is soft, comfortable and goes with everything. Its poly/cotton blend lets it have a little give, and the loose fit is cool and collected. A raw hem and burnout detailing give it the edge…over Army every time.



Long-Sleeved Tee: The basic cotton/poly blend Payton tee is perfect for when the wind whips up off the Severn River. It will keep you warm and give you warm fuzzies knowing that your purchase helps the midshipmen. There are contrasting seams at the shoulders and the elbow pads for some extra style points, and the basic USNA and anchor are a great way to show your support on the Yard and off.


Men’s Spirit Wear

 

Men can get their Navy on too with a wide assortment of shirts that support their favorite midshipmen. Navyonline.com also has shorts, pants, sweats and more to coordinate with these fan-favorites. If you’re heading to Commissioning Week, pick up a few and join in the fun!


Goat Tee: This arched Navy goat tee is the GOAT. With the fearless charging Bill and Navy plastered across your chest, you’re Go Navy! all. the. way. Wear it to the Commissioning Week festivities or take it for a spin down by Ego Alley and watch the yachts roll in. Crafted in 100% soft cotton in classic gray, it will be your new go-to tee.

Marines Tee: This Marines Protect This House performance tee is built strong like the Marines it supports. Constructed of polyester and raglan sleeves for a bit of shiny stretch, it’s a performance tee that will stand up to your toughest workouts. The lettering is simple but true. Semper Fi. Wear it with pride.



Vintage Tee: This cotton/poly vintage sheer short sleeve tee is forever in style. The gray-blue color complements everything from jeans to cargos to swim trunks, and the USNA logo is always on point. It features a classic crew neck styling that’s slightly more trim in the neck, shoulders and sleeves. Pair it with a Navy ball cap and you’re good to catch the festivities for Commissioning Week — and the celebrating afterwards. 


Kids’ Spirit Wear

 

Suit up the kids for a fun day or week on the Yard. These mini-midshipmen designs are ready for real action. Here are a bevy of tees that will keep your littlest Navy fans excited to join in the fun of Commissioning Week, from the thrill of the USNA Drum and Bugle Corps concert to the Blue Angels Air Show at the Naval Academy. Help them feel part of the team with these tees.


Bill the Goat Tee: This Navy midshipmen youth tee takes a classic mascot and modernizes the look with a fun Navy font. Made with 100% pre-shrunk cotton, it’s soft and cozy and will hold its shape longer than he or she will probably fit in it. Time to suit up and ship out!

Beat Army Tee: This cotton youth Beat Army tee says it all — In bold capital letters, no less. With a variety of color combinations, you’re sure to find one you love. Alternatively, you might want to pick one up in several styles, since Beat Army is really the last word for everything. Drop the mic with this tee.

Midshipman Tee: It’s the quintessential USNA wardrobe item, a must-have for every plebe that walks through the gates of the Naval Academy. Each sailor worth his salt would love to show off his Navy pride with a youth blue rim tee, the same exact one that is issued to the midshipmen. It goes with everything Navy. Made in the USA with 100% cotton, your Navy fan will feel like a true midshipman when they put this on.


Commissioning Ready


That is just the tee side of our fan forward collection. Not only are there many more shirts, but Navyonline.com also has everything you need for a great week on the Yard, including Navy blankets for picnics, Navy tumblers to keep you hydrated, Navy totes to carry your things and more — plus great graduation gifts for the graduates. The best part? When you buy something from our stores, you’re already getting a gift for the midshipmen since all purchase proceeds go to the Brigade. It’s Commissioning Week. It’s time to show the midshipmen how proud we are to be a part of the Navy family. Let’s don our blue and gold and Go Navy all the way!