Anchors Aweigh Podcast

We preview the Navy men's basketball season, which tips off Monday at George Washington. Coach Jon Perry talks about replacing a strong senior class that led the Midshipmen to 26 wins, a Patriot League regular season championship and a berth in the NIT. We also put the spotlight on Navy men's and women's swimming and diving, which swept archrival Army in the Star meets. Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report, joins to break down the Navy shootout loss to North Texas.

Listen to a special Live Taping of the Anchors Aweigh podcast from the Drydock Restaurant inside Dahlgren Hall. We are joined by Naval Academy athletic director Michael Kelly, who covers a wide range of topics both local and national. We also interview Navy's two Senior Deputy Director of Athletics: Chief of Staff Kris Pierce and Chief Business Officer Reid Sigmon. This live taping was in support of our loyal sponsor Naval Academy Business Services Division. We talk to Executive Director Doug Borrebach and Deputy Director of Operations Heather Skipper about the services NABSD provides the Naval Academy and the Brigade of Midshipmen.

Junior Dane Eike led the way as Navy men's cross country dominated the Star meet, beating archrival Army by 23 points. We talk to head coach Aaron Lanzel and Eike, the individual winner, about the overpowering performance. Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report and color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network, joins to break down another frustrating loss to Texas-San Antonio.

We put the spotlight on Navy men's soccer and Navy volleyball, both of which beat Army in Star matches. We talk to men's soccer coach John Hackworth and volleyball coach Paco Labrador about the big wins. Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report and color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network, joins to break down the improbable come-from-behind defeat of Tulsa. Navy football snapped a three-game losing streak in dramatic fashion.

We highlight Navy men's golf, which won five of seven singles matches on Sunday to beat archrival Army 6 ½ to 4 ½ in the annual Star Match played at the West Point Golf Club. Sophomore Tim Luckett made an eagle putt on the 18th hole to give Navy the go-ahead point. Classmate Sebastian Alonzo secured the final point as the Midshipmen clinched their second consecutive Star victory and first at West Point since 2016. Mike James, color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network, joins to break down the loss to service academy rival Air Force.

Senior fly half Avion Ganse scored two tries, while senior fly half Kade Williams booted three conversion kicks as Navy beat Army, 24-16, to secure its fourth consecutive Star match victory. The Midshipmen are now 8-0 against the Black Knights since elevating to varsity status. Mike James joins the pod to break down the Navy football loss to Alabama-Birmingham. In the Weekly Report, we highlight a big weekend for Navy volleyball, which is undefeated in Patriot League play.

Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report and color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network, joins to preview Friday night's road game against Alabama-Birmingham. Also, we introduce our listeners to Tim Nolan, Director of Creative Content for Navy Athletics. Greg Morgenthaler, Navy associate athletic director for equipment services, talks about the commemorative uniforms Navy football will wear against Notre Dame.

We preview the cross country season by talking to Navy men's coach Aaron Lanzel and women's coach Kim Lewnes. Navy cross country swept the team titles at the Al Cantello Memorial Invitational this past weekend. Also, Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report and color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network, joins to talk about the Navy at Florida Atlantic game.

Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report and color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network, will be the opening segment guest on the Anchors Aweigh podcast throughout the season. We review the Navy football season opening victory over Towson. Reid Sigmon, Navy Senior Deputy Director of Athletics, joins the pod to discuss the enhancements and new amenities at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Our Weekly Report highlights Navy water polo and women's soccer.

We preview the Navy water polo season by talking to head coach Luis Nicolao and team captain Connor Cashman. This is a big weekend at Lejeune Hall as the season starts with the annual Navy Open. The Midshipmen will play five games against four schools over the course of three days. Our Weekly Report highlights historic milestones for both Navy men's and women's soccer.

We preview the Navy volleyball season by talking to head coach Paco Labrador and senior team captain Grace Burgoyne. After being beset by injuries last season, the Midshipmen are healthy and have high hopes. American is the overwhelming favorite in the Patriot League, but Navy fully intends to contend. We close out the podcast with the Weekly Report on notable Navy Athletics news and results.

Last week, the Naval Academy Athletic Association announced an extension of its sponsorship agreement with USAA. This expanded agreement is highlighted by USAA being named an "Anchor Partner." In this special episode of the Anchors Aweigh podcast we take an in-depth look at the sponsorship partnership by talking to Navy athletic director Michael Kelly and Chris Curtin, chief marketing officer for USAA.

The Anchors Aweigh podcast previews the Navy women's soccer season by talking to legendary head coach Carin Gabarra and junior defender Lauren Toms. The Midshipmen return a ton of talent and are looking to bounce back after failing to qualify for the Patriot League Tournament in 2025. Coach Gabarra likes what she sees out of this squad, which has great depth and competitiveness at every position.

Navy men's soccer begins a new era under first-year head coach John Hackworth, who arrives in Annapolis with an impressive resume and sterling reputation. Coach Hackworth talks about his plans for transforming Navy into a championship contender. Senior defender Alex Galloway joins to discuss the upcoming season and how happy the players are to have such a distinguished coach now leading the program.

Listen to a special episode of the combined Anchors Aweigh and Navy Football podcasts in partnership with WNAV Radio. Todd Bartley and Bill Wagner talk Navy football and Pete Medhurst. We also have outstanding interviews with former Navy quarterback Blake Horvath and Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report and color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network.

The Anchors Aweigh podcast covering all things Navy Athletics closed out the 2025-26 season with a special episode highlighting our generous sponsors. We sincerely thank presenting sponsor The Graduate Annapolis Hotel along with associate sponsors Sheehy Lexus of Annapolis, Scott Schuetter and Crew Real Estate and Naval Academy Business Services Division. Both the Anchors Aweigh and Navy Football podcasts are part of the Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation "Fleet of Podcasts."

Naval Academy athletic director Michael Kelly is the featured guest for our annual Live Taping from The Graduate Annapolis Hotel, presenting sponsor of the Anchors Aweigh podcast. We review the 2025-26 school year for Navy Athletics with Michael discussing the many successes during his first year as AD. We also talk to Caitlin Kane of the Navy Letterwinners Association and Rene Clemente, general manager of The Graduate Annapolis.

We talk to Don Hughes, executive director of the Naval Academy Athletic Foundation to get an update on the organization's activities. What was long known as the Athletic and Scholarship program recently rebranded. Navy baseball coach Chuck Ristano joins the pod to discuss the $5 million renovation of Terwilliger Brothers Field at Max Bishop Stadium.

Navy women's lacrosse advanced to the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals by winning a pair of nail biters last weekend. Sixth-seeded Navy rallied from a four-goal deficit to defeat Massachusetts, 10-9, in the first round then came back from six goals down to beat Syracuse, 11-10 in overtime, in the second round. Navy Women's Lacrosse Insider Ingrid Boyum breaks down the two thrillers and looks ahead to Thursday's matchup with third-seeded Maryland in College Park.

Navy women's lacrosse repeated as Patriot League Tournament champions and earned automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament. Ingrid Boyum, Navy Women's Lacrosse Insider for the Anchors Aweigh podcast, breaks down the convincing victory over archrival Army in the tournament final and looks ahead to Navy hosting first- and second-round games in the NCAA Tournament. Head coach Gavin Hickie joins the pod to talk about the Navy men's rugby loss to California-Berkeley in the national championship game.