What is the Army vs Navy Game Called?

Last Modified Dec 12, 2024 11:22 GMT
What is the Army vs Navy Game Called?
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The Army vs Navy Game is called the Army-Navy Game. The Army vs. Navy Game is a college football rivalry between the Army Black Knights representing the United States Military Academy and the Navy Midshipmen representing the United States Naval Academy. This rivalry has been in place since 1890 and is scheduled in December every year.

The winner of the Army vs. Navy Game not only earns bragging rights but also competes for the prestigious Commander-in-Chief's Trophy against the Air Force Academy. The winner of this rivalry wins the Secretary's Trophy. The game is famous for its iconic moments, such as the "March On" by the Corps of Cadets and Brigade of Midshipmen.

What schools play in the Army-Navy game?

The Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen compete in the Army vs Navy college football rivalry. As of the latest meeting on December 9, 2023, the Navy leads the all-time series with 62 wins, 55 losses, and 7 ties. The game has been played 124 times since its inception in 1890.

Navy's largest victory margin came in 1973 with a 51-0 shutout, while Army's longest win streak was five games from 1927-1933. The Commander-in-Chief's Trophy, awarded to the team that wins the most games in the annual series between the Army, Navy, and Air Force, is also at stake in this game.

What is the point of the Army-Navy game?

The Army-Navy Game serves multiple significant purposes beyond just being a football matchup. Firstly, it showcases the fierce yet respectful rivalry between the United States Military Academy (Army) and the United States Naval Academy (Navy).

Secondly, the game symbolizes the enduring traditions of both schools. The game is also pivotal in determining the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy, awarded to the academy that wins the most games in the annual series among Army, Navy, and Air Force, adding another layer of competition and prestige.

FAQs on Army vs Navy Game

A. The first game was played on November 29, 1890.

A. The Army vs. Navy Game is played annually in December.

 A. The Commander-in-Chief's Trophy is awarded to the military academy that wins the most games in the annual series between the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

A. As of the 2023 game, the Army vs Navy game has been played 124 times.

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