Anchors Aweigh Podcast

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.