Navy Insider

As Navy heads to San Antonio to play UTSA, Scott Wykoff talks with a pair of Midshipmen football players returning home to Texas. In episode 77 of the Navy Insider Podcast, you'll hear from Navy Sr. DL Griffen Willis and Navy Jr. Snipe Michael Barrow. Navy Women's head basketball coach Tim Taylor also previews the upcoming season for the Mids. And Super Bowl champion coach Jon Gruden makes memories of a lifetime during his first game at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

In episode 76 of the Navy Insider Podcast, Scott Wykoff talks with Navy Sr. WR Luke Hutchison about his multifaceted role in the Mid's hybrid Wing-T offense. You'll also hear from Navy Jr. CB Phillip Hamilton, who brings incredible energy and enthusiasm to Navy's defensive backfield. And turning to the hardwood, Scott is joined by Navy Men's Basketball head coach Jon Perry, with the season tipping off in just a few weeks.

Ahead of the first leg in the battle for the Commander-In-Chief’s Trophy against Air Force, Scott Wykoff talks with a pair of junior leaders on both sides of the ball for the Midshipmen. He goes one-on-one with QB Jackson Gutierrez and DE Aiden Lyczek. You'll also hear from Navy Men's Rugby head coach Gavin Hickie as the Mids are off to a 4-0 start this season, that includes a big Star Match win over Army.

This week, Scott Wykoff talks with Navy Jr. LB MarcAnthony Parker. With military service running deep in his family, MarcAnthony is a force to be reckoned with for the Midshipmen as one of the top linebackers in the American Conference, if not in the nation. You'll also hear from his classmate and teammate on the other side of the ball, Jr. OL Sean Crowley as the left tackle from the Baltimore area, who knew right away when he first walked onto the yard of the Naval Academy that it was where he wanted to continue his education and football career before going on to serve his country. And Scott introduces you to Navy's talented and enthusiastic Head Football Strength & Conditioning Coach, Jim Kiritsy.

During the first bye week of the season for the Navy Midshipmen, Scott Wykoff talks with Navy Sr OL Hoke Smith II. A 2nd generation Midshipmen from the Smith family, Hoke is an incredibly impressive leader and player on the Navy football team and a member of the Brigade of Midshipmen. You also hear from Jr. Nick Bell, the cornerback from a big-time college football-playing family is making a name for himself as a Division 1 football player at Navy. And Scott introduces you to Assistant Athletic Director for Dietetics and Sports Performance Scott Maher, the Naval Academy's first full-time sports dietitian.

With the 2026 American Conference football opener for the Navy Midshipmen this week at Florida Atlantic, Scott Wykoff talks with Navy JR S Aaron Rose about how he has overcome adversity to be a starter for the Mids. You'll also hear from Navy Sr. Snipe Isaiah Bryant as he's not only his position captain in Navy's offensive backfield, but he's also a veteran kick returner. And you'll also hear from Brenda Medhurst as she talks with the Voice of the Midshipmen, Joe Miller, as Navy Athletics has dedicated the Pete Medhurst Navy Radio Network Broadcast Booth to honoring her late husband.

Navy Football Insider, Scott Wykoff, previews the 2026 season opener as the Midshipmen prepare to face Towson at Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Head coach Brian Newberry talks about the team’s year-round preparation, the value of a close and competitive roster, and the importance of continuing to build on success rather than looking backward at past wins. The episode also features Navy senior quarterback and co-captain Braxton Woodson, who discusses leadership, confidence, the offense, and the responsibility that comes with guiding the team. Senior running back Vic Listorti joins the conversation to reflect on coming back healthy, the work required in camp, and the excitement of playing for Navy in his own backyard.

This episode of Navy Insider captures the energy of Navy Football Media Day and FanFest, where players, coaches, fans, and staff come together to celebrate the start of a new season. Hosted by Scott Wykoff and Keith Mills

Scott Wykoff previews the 67th AutoZone Liberty Bowl as the Midshipmen are "walking in Memphis" ahead of playing the Cincinnati Bearcats on January 2nd in one of the most tradition-rich and patriotic bowl games in America. You hear from Navy head coach Brian Newberry, offensive coordinator Drew Cronic, defensive coordinator PJ Volker and co-captains QB Blake Horvath & NG Landon Robinson. Scott also checks in with AutoZone Liberty Bowl executive director Steve Ehrhart "in the land of the Delta Blues".

After an Army-Navy Game win for the ages for the Midshipmen in Baltimore, Scott Wykoff talks with Navy Sr RB Alex Tecza and Soph S Phillip Hamilton. You'll also hear from AutoZone Liberty Bowl Exec Dir Steve Ehrhart ahead of Navy's trip to Memphis to play the Cincinnati Bearcats on January 2nd in one of the most tradition-rich and patriotic bowl games in America.