Army vs. Navy

Overview

Not just football—a patriotic tradition. President attends. Players march onto field in formation. Held in December at neutral site.

Started 1890 as rivalry between military academies. Evolved into nation's most patriotic sporting event.

Impact & Significance

National significance. Prime time TV. Patriotic sentiment.

Notable Moments

• •Presidential attendance tradition
• •Midshipmen-Cadet march-on ceremony
• •Navy's 31-3 victory snapped 13-game streak (2010)
• •Navy won 10-9 (1987)
• •Players' emotional pre-game speeches

Legendary Players

Roger Staubach (Navy), various Academy Warriors

Traditions & Culture

Military ceremony, Presidential attendance, uniform traditions, post-game salute

Recruiting Impact

Service academy selections drive rosters. Class composition critical.