Chapter News

Alabama

BGO Area Coordinator: Brian Campbell ’94, USNR p: 251-776-4000; e: Brian.Campbell@1994.usna.com

USNA Alabama Alumni Chapter

Pres: Lt Greg Hess ’85 p: 205-307-9191; e: greghess8599@charter.net Vice Pres, Central Alabama: Eric Riddle ’94 p: 469-363-4295; e: ericriddle94@gmail.com Vice Pres, Northern Alabama: Michael McFarland p: 713-410-2155; e: mjmcfarland7@aol.com Treas: Dennis Read ’59 p: 205-879-6617; e: dsread2010@gmail.com Exec. Assist: Julie Holstad, son, Hunter ’20 e: usna.ala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=usna% 20alumni%20association% 20-%20alabama%20chapter

South Alabama Chapter

Pres: Brian Campbell ’94, USNR p: 251-776-4000; e: Brian.Campbell@1994.usna.com Sec’y: Ruth Lichtenfeld p: 251-343-6264; e: ruth29@bellsouth.net

Arizona

BGO Area Coordinator: Capt. Chris Palmenberg e: palmenberg@yahoo.com

Arizona Chapter

Pres: Capt David M. English ’86, USMCR e: David.English@1986.usna.com www.usna.com/Chapter/us/arizona Sec’y: Steven W. Ranes ’02 e: StevenWRanes@gmail.com Website: http://arizona.usnachapters.com

Southern Arizona Chapter

Pres: Thom Rossa ’63 e: TRossa@hayes-soloway.com Sec’y: Jim Hillenmayer ’73 e: jhillenmayer73@msn.com Website: http://southernarizona.usnachapters.com

Arkansas

BGO Area Coordinator: Scott Pursley e: Scott.J.Pursley@gmail.com

Arkansas Chapter

Pres: Denny East ’08 e: denny.east5@gmail.com Vice Pres: Doug Waller '02 e: waller_doug@yahoo.com Sec'y Treas: Jason Coyle '09 e; jason.coyle@gmail.com

Asia

BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Trubeville e: bgoarea501coordinator@gmail.com

Guam Chapter

Pres: CAPT Noel M. Enriquez ’84, USNR P.O. Box 26849, GMF, Barrigada, GU 96921-6849 h: 671-472-9629; f: 671-472-1966 c: 671-777-9629; e: NME@1984.usna.com

Philippines Chapter

Pres: COMMO Alberto B. Carlos ’89, AFP p: +63-2-525-1003; m: +63-917- 521-1637 e: carlosabet@yahoo.com Sec’y: Capt Carl Roy Catalan ’08, PMC (PN) p: +63-917-706-8042; e: Roitime23@gmail.com Website: www.groups.yahoo.com/communityusnaphil

Singapore Chapter

Pres: Say Yong Tan ’05 e: say@2005.usna.com Vice Pres: Andy Harrell e: andyh125@gmail.com Sec’y: LTJG Nicole Uchida ’12, USN e: Nicole.Uchida@fe.navy.mil Chapter Email: USNASG@gmail.com

Republic of Korea Chapter

Pres: CDR Chong (John) M. Yi ’85, USN e: John.M.Yi@raytheon.com

Tokyo Bay Chapter

Pres: Mori Nixon ’81 1-15-19-301 Minami-Aoyama Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062 Japan: 090-9402-1291 / US: 253-656-6992 e: mnixon@gns-inc.us

California

BGO Acting Area Coordinator (LA County): Jim Trotter p: 909-631-7669; e: Jimstrotter@yahoo.com BGO Area Coordinator (Riverside/San Bernardino): CDR Bill Lauper, USN (Ret.) p: 619-840-2846; e: lauperwm@gmail.com e: michaelseaver@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator (LA/Orange County): CDR Steve Shatynski ’83, USN (Ret.) p: 714-255-6108 e: Stephan.shatynski@wellsfargoadvisors.com

Los Angeles Chapter

Pres: Shane Skopak ’05 e: shane.skopak@yahoo.com Vice Pres: Adrian Montecinos ’14 p: 562-587-3690; e: admont19@gmail.com Sec’y: Russel Hill ’06 e: hill_russ2@live.com Treas: Michael Seaver

Monterey Bay Chapter

Pres: LT Vic Kanth ’15 e: usnaalumnimontereybay@gmail.com Corr Sec’y: Steve Tackett ’87 e: stackett99@yahoo.com Website: http://montereybay.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: Paul Kepner e: paulkepnerGONAVY@gmail.com

Sacramento Chapter

Pres: Terri (Riggs) Maginnis ’82 p: 916-203.5115; e: tmaginnis@yahoo.com Vice Pres: Brian Grubbs ’92 p: 916-712-1747; e: bgrubbs1992@gmail.com Sec’y: Dave McKie ’66 e: david.mckie2155@gmail.com Treas: Jack Everett ’64 e: jeverett@quicknet.com Past President: Dennis P. Joyce ’61 p: 916-996-1333; e: djoyce1961@hotmail.com Website: sacramento.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: Bob Proano p: 530-274-9205; e: rproano730@gmail.com

In March of this year, Denny Joyce ’61, the longtime chapter president, happily passed on the chapter leadership to Terri (Riggs) Maginnis ’82. Thank you Denny for serving the chapter for so many years and keeping the core group together. Over the past few months, Terri and Brian have engaged in an active outreach effort to get more of the 300+ region alumni involved and offer more opportunities

Sacramento Chapter: Standing L-R: John Haynes ’55, Mike Turner ’97, Cade Hines ’00, Terri (Riggs) Maginnis ’82, Denny Joyce ’61, Brian Grubbs ’92, Frank Blake ’68, Jack Everett ’64, Dave McKie ’66; Kneeling L-R: Arthur McLaughlin ’68, Dick Bishop ’62; not pictured: Frank Valente ’82

for all ages. Working closely with the Parents’ Club and the West Point and Air Force Academy local groups, we hope to increase participation in support of the Alumni Association mission and objectives.

The most recent event was breakfast at the Black Bear Diner, Madison Avenue. Twelve of us from Class of ’55 to the Class of ’00 attended — we meet at 0730 (may change to 0800), chat, eat, share some stories, and on our way by 0845.

Current monthly events: 1st Friday- Black Bear Diner- breakfast and 3rd Thursday- Happy Hour - venue may change each month.

San Diego Chapter

Pres: Steve Rasmussen ’88 e: President@usnaaasd.com Corr Sec’y: Charlie Carey ’70 p: 619-589-0945; e: cdcarey@1970.USNA.com Website: http://usnaaasd.com BGO Area Coordinator: Mike Philbrook ’83 e: michael.philbrook@1983.usna.com

The San Diego Chapter was honored to host the members of the visiting USNA Track Team for our regular monthly lunch 16 March. The track team was visiting San Diego for the week for various meets in the area. Chris Campbell ’89 Associate Head Coach spoke briefly about the overall program and was followed by Jamie Cook who is the Director of Track and Field/ Cross Country. The coaches brought us up to date on the current status of the Track Team and past accomplishments. The Men & Women’s record against Army is superb and their performance in the Patriot League has been equally great. It is worth looking up on the Navy Athletic site just how well these teams have performed. The four athletes who joined us for lunch and spoke briefly about their experiences in track and at USNA provided all of us insight as to why the team has been so successful. These are outstanding Midshipmen and great athletes.

Chris Campbell ’89 - Associate Head Coach, Josh Boamah ’24, Hayden Fox ’22 (Outdoor Capt), Alexa Arthun ’22 (Outdoor Capt), Katie Halbert (Indoor Capt), Jamie Cook - Director Track & Field/Cross Country, Zach Prescott - Director of Operations Track Team Members with some of our senior alumni from the Classes of ’46 to ’53

Also in March the Chapter held its Long Range Planning Meeting. The new website MyUSNA went live 13 March. 31 May we will host the Plebe Welcome Dinner at the Bali Hai restaurant. The Padres ballgame is scheduled for 17 July. In addition we have functions like Happy Hours, Golf Tournaments, and Day at the Del Mar Races. If you are visiting, check out the events schedule on MyUSNA for the Group San Diego.

San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

Pres: Lauren (Baker) Cosgrave ’04 e: usnaaasf.president@gmail.com Vice Pres: Gordon McDonald ’06 e: usnaaasf.vp@gmail.com Sec’y: Cheriene Griffith ’02 e: usnaaasf.secretary@gmail.com Treas: Mark Lundstrom ’86 e: iblucky86@earthlink.net Website: http://sfbayarea.usnachapters.net Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ usnaaasfbayarea Instagram: @usnaaa_sfbaychapter BGO Area Coordinator: LT Paul Kepner ’04, USN (Ret.) e: PaulkepnerGONAVY@gmail.com

Two outings are being planned for the SF Chapter, A meet up aboard the USS HORNET Museum for the May/June timeframe and a Golf Tournament in the June / July timeframe.

Brian Frack ’89 organized a 2-hour social gathering of 10 alumni plus guests at the Anchor Brewing Company in San Francisco. Afterwards the group toured the brewery which was forged in San Francisco in 1896, America’s First Craft Brewery.

Santa Barbara Chapter

Pres: Stephen L.A. Callahan ’81 Treas: CAPT Stephen H. Huber ’80, USN (Ret.) BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Greg McGiffney e: Greg.McGiffney@bgo.usna.com Chapter email: usnaaasantabarbarachapter@gmail.com Web: http://santabarbara.usnachapters.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/santabarbara. chapterusna.9 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/usnaalums santabarbara/

Colorado

Colorado Chapter

Pres: CAPT S. Guy Higgins ’69, USN (Ret.) e: guyhiggins1234@gmail.com Sec’y: CAPT Matthew McLaurin ’92 e: matthew.s.mclaurin@gmail.com Website: http://usnacolorado.com BGO Area Coordinator (Denver): CAPT Dick Eason ’84, USN (Ret.) p: 720-747-4615; e: dick.eason@lycos.com

Colorado Springs Chapter

Pres: LCDR John Sledgianowski ’87, USN (Ret.) p: 719-287-2187; e: sledgesix@msn.com BGO Area Coordinator: CDR James Keating e: James.keating@bgo.usna.com

San Francisco Chapter at the Anchor Brewery, left to right: Chris Morales ’07 and wife Liz, Tony ’06 Perez, Mike Scanlon ’08, Ray Fazzio ’57, BJ Mahal ’03, Bobby Nefzger ’14, Dan Beck ’99, Brian Frack ’89, Nick Kay ’99, Mike Fazzio ’85

CHAPTER NEWS Connecticut

BGO Area Coordinator: Evan Barnet ’91 p: 203-249-0071; e: evan@barnetassociates.com

Connecticut Chapter

Pres: Alan Weigel ’79 p: 860-376-5775; e: aweigel@blankrome.com Treas: Tom Hogsten ’85 Sec’y: Eric Irwin ’86 p: 860-857-8748; e: irwiner@comcast.net Comms Dir: David Candler ’67 p: 860-823-0862; e: davcandler@aol.com Meeting Chairman: Vacant Website: http://connecticut.usnachapters.net Naval Academy Parent Club of CT Website: http://ct.usnaparents.net

Aloha, Shipmates!

Here we are again with another celebratory month for USNA with the Commissioning of another Class of Officers and the soon arrival of the class of 2026! There will be Blue Angels, Parades, hat throwing, and all manner of Traditions to be upheld and practiced. We talked of Traditions and long term habits we retained in last issue of Shipmate. And this month we confront a rare circumstance… the sensation of a Tradition. So rare is the occurrence that Reef Points does not even Hint of such an event. But I have it on Very Good Authority that this actually happened. And I divulge this so that during your next visit to The Yard, you will not be able to meet your buddy when you tell him to Meet in Tecumseh Court at 1300. But first, here is some more detail about that Tecumseh that you may not have been aware of, at least from my subtle sources. All Hands 1956 Tecumseh, the bronze Indian warrior who presides over the Naval Academy, has endeared himself to Academy graduates as the “God of 2.5” - a passing mark; and he is known to the rest of us as a symbol of battle, via pictures of midshipmen giving him a fresh coat of warpaint just before important athletic events.

Beginnings of the Tecumseh tradition are not so well known, however. The original of today’s bronze warrior was the figurehead of USS DELAWARE, a Civil War Frigate, and was intended to represent Tamanend, Chief of the Delawares and a lover of peace.

DELAWARE was sunk during the war, but was raised during a postwar cleanup of obstructions in Virginia rivers.

RADM Peter C. Asserson, CEC, USN, who was in charge of the cleanup, presented the figurehead to Annapolis in 1866, and midshipmen of the sixties soon shrouded the peaceful Tamanend under a series of warrior names, including Powhatan, King Philip,” Old Sebree” (after MIDN, later RADM Sebree, because of their resemblance to each other). The name Tecumseh finally became fixed, however, and even MIDN Sebree was known to his classmates as “Tecumseh.”

In 1906, while preparing to move the figurehead from a building to the present location before Bancroft Hall, it was discovered that Tecumseh was in an advanced state of decay. Repairs were undertaken, however, and the figurehead was good for another 24 years.

Finally, the Academy class of 1891 put up the money and effort to have a bronze replica cast at the Naval Gun Factory in December 1929. Less than six months later, on 31 May 1930, the bronze Tecumseh was presented - to continue his reign as “God of 2.5,” “God of Victory” and symbol of courage, fortitude and patience. (Author Note: the 2.5 was revised to God of C. 2.5, 2.0, …as the passing mark shifted) And from “Air Force Times”, 13 Oct 1986: “Despite his non-naval background and his history of stirring up trouble for the United States, it’s obvious that Tecumseh has become a legend in the U.S. Navy and a perennial part of Naval Academy tradition. He’s won the light-hearted affection of thousands of midshipmen and two Navy tugs have borne his name.”

T-Statue

The apex of his naval career came in 1964 when the Navy named a ballistic missile submarine after him, an honor shared with the likes of Andrew Jackson, Nathan Hale, Nathanael Greene and Daniel Boone.

And here be he in all his glory from a time in the past.

But WAIT! Someone read the inscription on the front of the statue. And in order to Do the Right Thing, something had to give.

So, the USNA Tradition of calling him Tecumseh, has come to an end and the New PC name is Tamanend, which is proper. For graduates, it “Just Ain’t Right,” but we are tough and will eventually cope.

On the positive side, the way you can meet your buddy in the future is to use the TimeHonored location “T-Court”. And all will be well.

And as a footnote, painting of the T-Monument is no longer authorized.

July is expected to be an opportunity for those in CT to meet, greet and treat the Offshore Sailing Squadron’s foray to New England. Hope to see you there! Details by email from President Alan Weigel. Dave Candler ‘67

Costa Rica

BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Turbeville e: bgoarea501coordinator@gmail.com

Costa Rica Chapter

Pres: Claudio A. Pacheco ’64 Apt. 4307-1000, San Jose, Costa Rica p: 506-2224-4325; w: 506-2225-4239 c: 506-8876-1394; e: cpacheco@1964.usna.com

Delaware

BGO Area Coordinator: Maj Brad Boyd ’87 p: 302-377-4479; e: Brad.Boyd@bgo.usna.com

Delaware Chapter

Pres: Chris Dierkes ’85 p: 302-256-8949; e: Christopher.F.Dierkes-1@usa.dupont.com

Florida

Gainesville Chapter

Pres: Vacant BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Steve Swift ’87, USNR e: sswift@1987.usna.com

Jacksonville Chapter

Pres: CAPT Scott Neidhold ’77 USNR (Ret.) e: scottneidholdsr@gmail.com Vice Pres: Glen Hamilton ’85 e: glenhamilton@cbvfl.com Treas and Chapter Trustee: Enochia Anderson ‘94 Sec’y: Britney Brown ’12 Communication Director: CDR Nels Frostenson ’80 USN (Ret.) e: frostynels@aol.com 50 Year+ Alumni Liaison: CDR Peter Garfield ’60 USN (Ret.) e: pjgarfield@comcast.net; p: 904-314-9691 Website: jacksonville.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard O’Sullivan ’77, USN (Ret.) p: 407-687-6877; e: raaos@aol.com

In March, the City of Jacksonville welcomed home it’s newest downtown landmark, USS

ORLECK, DD-886 (pictured). USS ORLECK was in service for the US Navy from 1945-1982 and is one of the most decorated ships in the US Navy. Following her decommission, she served the Turkish Navy, before coming back to the US to become a museum. USS ORLECK has been a museum in TX and LA before finally making Jacksonville her home on 27 March 2022.

Also in March, the chapter hosted a chapter gathering at the local Jacksonville Icemen Hockey game. The event was fantastic, starting with a VIP buffet of food, drink and desserts, followed by a VIP beer inside gathering prior to the game. Many alumni and family attended the game, with the senior officer present being RADM Jim Lang ’60 and his wife. Pictured are Nels ’80, Larry Carello ’73, Connie Carello, Connie Frostenson. Row behind is Bruce Boles ’78, Brian DiSalvo ’14, Scott Neidhold ’77 and wife. Forward row is Jim Beatty ’83 - event organizer. Jim put together a most memorable event and was quick to point out that #83 for the Icemen scored the first goal.

We are looking forward to upcoming summer events including an outing at a Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp baseball game.

Greater Miami Chapter

Pres: Thor C. Gould ’09 e: thor.gould@gmail.com Website: www.usnamiami.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USNAMiami BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) p: 305-705-4722; e: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com

Orlando Chapter

Pres: Turhan Hidalgo ’93 e: Orlando_Chapter_President@alumni.usna.com Sec’y: Jason Ketelsen ’98 e: jketelsen1@gmail.com Webmaster: Stan Clark ’79 e: shredder110@gmail.com Website: http://orlando.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard O’Sullivan ’77, USN (Ret.) p: 407-687-6877; e: raaos@aol.com

Palm Beach Chapter

Pres: Ivan Rosa ’84 e: irosa@1984.USNA.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) p: 305-705-4722 ; e: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com

Pensacola Chapter

Co-Pres: Jose Perez ’10 Co-Pres: Joey Walker ’02 e: usnaaapensacola@gmail.com Sec’y: John Klose ’78 e: jpklose78@gmail.com Website: Pensacola.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Capt. Joan Platz e: joanplatz.bgo@gmail.com

Southwest Florida Chapter

Pres: Doug Backes ’70 e: dougbackes@aol.com Sec’y: Herbert John Andrews ’68 e: herbiejohn383@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) p: 305-705-4722 ; e: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com Website: southwestflorida.usnachapters.net

President’s Comments: Greetings from our sunny Southwest Florida chapter. Our chapter has reached about the end of the 2021-2022 season after a superb 28 March luncheon with special guest speaker Chet Gladchuk. A great turnout with great camaraderie shared by over 50 attendees. While the April luncheon is in limbo, we still look forward to fun times; with our last visitors heading north we can now enjoy low traffic, easy access to local hot spots and reduced cost on entertainment, golf and dining out. However, if you are one of our snowbirds, please consider joining our chapter while you spend wintertime here in the Naples area and add your unique experience and viewpoint. Alumni, their spouses, guests, USNA parents, Blue and Gold Officers and midshipmen visitors are welcome to join us at any of our events. Go Navy! Activities Roundup: Wed, 28 March – All attendees enjoyed an absolutely great Navy Athletics Luncheon: We were so pleased to have again secured the USNA Director of Athletics, Mr. Chet Gladchuk, during his infrequent trips through Southwest Florida. (His last visit was March of 2018). We showed our appreciation with much applause and a SWF Chapter mug presented as a memento of this, our best attended event of the season! Many thanks go out to David Finch ’67 who arranged this special event. Navy has been so successful over these past several years and Chet has led that effort all the way! Chet and his staff gave us the best information on USNA plans and actions for superior athletic, academic, officer production and campus facilities improvements. Chet also gave a nice salute to our new USNAAA Foundation rep for SW Florida, Mr. Ted Ahrens who promised close coordination with the chapter.

A possible April luncheon at Wyndemere CC is still in the planning stages. Our Secretary Herb Andrews is working on getting a special speaker, here’s hoping it works out. We will keep you informed. That will complete our 2021-2022 season activities. Summer break: We generally have no formal events during the summer hiatus; but if anyone comes up with an event that fellow alumni might enjoy, please let our Secretary Herb Andrews know. We are open for new ideas as great vehicles for increased comraderie for our chapter.

Our next official Chapter season begins with our October 2022 welcome back letter from your President; then on the second Tuesday of November (8 Nov) we will have our first USNA AA SWF Chapter luncheon of the 2022-2023 winter season. In the interim, we are looking for members who might volunteer to set up impromptu alumni get togethers at local sports bars to watch Navy Football games next fall. Again, let Herb Andrews know of your plans.

Remember, if you want to attend any one of our luncheons or other events please notify: Bailey Geeslin, Treasurer, USNAAA SW Florida, at baileygeeslin31@gmail.com. Formal

announcements will go out approximately two weeks prior to each event.

There are many opportunities to support our chapter (e.g., speaker acquisition and coordination) so please do not be bashful. New officers and board members are always needed. Doug Backes has been in the VP or President position for over 8 years. Due to health issues, our VP position is now vacant. It needs a motivated member to step up and bring their own talents and ideas to bear. New officer volunteers will have plenty of help from other officers and our board members - So please consider putting your hat in the ring.

Finally, a reminder. We do have a web site you can visit for viewing documents such as correspondence, meeting announcements, calendars of event, listing of officers and bylaws: http://www.southwestflorida.usnachapters.net. Herb Andrews ‘68

Space Coast Chapter

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard O’Sullivan ’77, USN (Ret.) p: 407-687-6877; e: raaos@aol.com

Suncoast Chapter

Pres: Alois (Al) Burda ’68 e: alburda3@verizon.net Vice Pres: Craig Harvey ’76 e: harveyct@hotmail.com Second Vice Pres: George “Bo” Hamrick ’79 e bhamrick@financialpreservation.com Treas: Dick D’Anna ’68 e: dannari68@comcast.net Sec’y: Vacant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usnaalumniflorida suncoastchapter BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Steve Swift ’87, USNR e: sswift@1987.usna.com

Tampa Bay Chapter

Pres: CAPT Chris Heath ’72, USN (Ret.) p: 813-210-2615; e: christopherheath.fl@gmail.com Communication Director: CAPT Steve Swift ’87, USNR (Ret.) e: sswift@1987.usna.com Sec’y: CDR Leon R. Jablow IV, ‘91, USN (Ret.) e: leon.r.jablow@gmail.com Website: http://tampabay.usnachapters.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/USNAAlumni-TampaSt-Petersburg/120095454740213?sk=wall BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Steve Swift ’87, USNR (Ret.) e: sswift@1987.usna.com

Recent Events: With spring in the air, the Tampa Bay Chapter gathered for its monthly meeting to plan for our annual Candidate Information Picnic. Our March attendees included Warren Hahn ’60, Tom Draude ’62, Gary Polansky ‘69, Tim Corcoran ’67, Roger Daisley ’70, Bill Graham ’72, Chris Heath ’72, Martin Drake ’78, Jane Lochner ’84, Paul Matthews ’85, Steve Swift ’87, Leon Jablow ’91, had special guest speakers including Maj Gen Paul Rock ’88, RDM TR Buchanan ’92, MIDN Christian Thompson ’23, and prospective MIDN Ryan Matthews ’26. Rounding out our team effort, set-up and tear-down was performed by all hands and, more importantly, conversation with candidates and families was conducted by all of our alumni in attendance!

Dan O’Shea ’91, Chris Thompson ’92, Jon Connelly ’05 and Brian Tsai ’16.

Before charting the course for the picnic, however, we took the time to welcome Roger Daisley ’70 to our chapter and proceeded to recognize some USNA “firsts” including the first female and first black graduates of the United States Naval Academy, as well as the first female and black Flag Officers. In addition, we reached for the stars and recognized the first NASA astronauts from the Naval Academy as well.

Keeping the theme of our graduates’ support of technological innovation through NASA, we also welcomed Martin Drake ’78 to our meeting. As Science Advisor at USCENTCOM at nearby MacDill AFB, Marty is responsible for finding technology solutions that make our warfighters successful. Marty enthralled us with a presentation on the process that USCENTCOM uses to seek out, evaluate and employ future technologies. Marty is retiring this summer after a distinguished career, including long service as a BGO.

We held the Candidate Information Picnic on 13 March. Our team did a fantastic job of hosting the largest recruiting event in Florida. With an attendance of nearly 200, the event was a huge success, and we received praise from parents, candidates, and alumni for a job very well done and much appreciated.

Steve Swift ’87 and Tim Corcoran ’67 managed invitations and registration while James Castano ’91 reserved the location. Jane Lochner ’84 led the team effort for organization, and Don Aiken ’78 and Brian Tsai ’16 led the supply effort. Dave Spoerl ’82 and Trey Alexander ‘90 handled check-in while Bill Graham ’72, Mike Stocks ’72, Gary Polansky ’69, Paul Matthews ’85, John Conley ’05 and others withstood the heat of the grill to serve chow. Janel Brown ’97, Warren Hahn ’60, Chris Heath ’72 and Trey Alexander ’90 delivered candidate information through speaking presentations. Additionally, we

Janel Brown ‘97 speaks to potential USNA candidates and their families about the candidate selection process for USNA

Our Tampa Bay Chapter Alumni team gathers around the grill to prepare meals for our guests at the Candidate Information Picnic.

Future Events Monthly Meetings

Army-Navy golf (May) Check Us Out Chapter Facebook Page (https://www. facebook.com/pages/USNA-Alumni-Tampa St-Petersburg/120095454740213?sk=wall), our Website – http://tampabay.usnachapters.net/, and/or our LinkedIn Page - https://www. linkedin.com/groups/3912975/

Tampa Bay Chapter Alumni gather for the annual Candidate Information Picnic

Georgia

Atlanta Chapter

Pres: DJ Marzetta ’94 p: 404-996-7019; e: djmarzetta@gmail.com Website: http://www.usnaaaa.com BGO Area Coordinator (Atlanta/North Georgia): Deborah Catrini e: deborah.catrini@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator (Southern Georgia): Ryan McDonel e: rmcdonel.usna@gmail.com

Hawaii

Hawaii Chapter

National Chapter Trustee: Steve Colon ’81 Pres: Ted Peck ’88 p: 808-371-7514; e: ted.peck@gmail.com Vice Pres: Keno Knieriem ’06 e: keno@honokea.com Sec’y: Deni Baykan ’04 e: deniz.baykan@mac.com Treas: Tom Marzec ’87 e: tamarzec@gmail.com Parent’s Club Pres: Mason Savage (Jacob ’22, Jordan ’24) BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Jason Afong ’06 e: jason.afong.navy@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/USNAAA. Honolulu/; https://www.facebook.com/NavalAcademy Hawaii/

Idaho

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Todd Severance ’92, USN (Ret.) p: 208-620-9436; e: tjseverance1992@gmail.com

Northwest Chapter

Pres: Raymond Kutch ’63 e: rjkutch@comcast.net

Southern Idaho Chapter

Pres: Andrea Hovey ’03 e: andrea.hovey@gmail.com Vice Pres: Paul Campbell ’98 e: Paul.Campbell@1998.usna.com Sec’y: Joan Taylor (wife of CAPT Rufus Taylor ‘66, USN (Ret.)) e: foozhigger@gmail.com Treas: Dennis Hanrahan ’68 e: dennisdannyehanrahan@gmail.com Idaho Parents’ Club President: Nicola McIntosh (Luke ’24) e: themacs97@hotmail.com.

The Southern Idaho Chapter executive committee has planned the year’s activities and developed the slate of officers for 2022-23. The March activity is an All-Academy Social Hour with the Boise area USMA and USAFA Associations of Graduates at Twisted District Brewing in Garden City, with Army hosting. Here are some pictures of area alums.

Rick Schellhass ’68 and Paul Campbell ’98 are checking schedules.

Rufus Taylor ’66 and Ron Hartnett ’66 are keeping tabs the Hartnett’s dog, Chester.

Illinois

Chicago Chapter

CDR Fredrick W. Weber ’75, USNR (Ret.) 2134 Evert Ct., Northbrook, IL 60062-6612 h: 847-559-9381; w: 312-845-3444 e: Fred.Weber@2comm.com Website: http://chicago.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator (Northern, IL incl Chicago): LCDR Drew Thomas ’04, USNR p: 317 682 8441; drew.thomas@bgo.usna.com BGO Area Coordinator (Southern, IL): Gene Marquez e: gdsm_marquez@charter.net

CHAPTER NEWS Indiana

BGO Area Coordinator: Kurt Greggs e: Greggsusnabgo@gmail.com

Indianapolis Chapter

CDR Lynn Thomas ’83 h: 317-329-1773; e: lynntw@aol.com

Michiana Chapter

Pres: John Ross ’94 e: johnwmross@me.com Vice Pres/Sec’y: CDR John (Chris) Haizlip ’72, USN (Ret.) 15246 Longford Dr., Granger, IN 46530 p: 574-273-2939; e: CHaizlip@aol.com Treas: John Strauss ’69 e: e:jstrauss3373@att.net

Iowa

See Minnesotta Send Shipmate input to: Nathan CW Smith ’98 e: nathancwsmith@outlook.com BGOArea Coordinator: Ted Olt III ’85 p: 563-355-1709; e: tolt@l-wlaw.com

Kentucky

Louisville/Southern Indiana Chapter

Pres: CAPT Gregory Reinhardt ’79, USNR (Ret.) 712 Talon Pl., Louisville, KY 40223 p: 502-244-7707; e: greinhardt@1979.usna.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Gregory Reinhardt ’79, USNR (Ret.) p: 502-244-7707; e: greinhardt@1979.usna.com

Louisiana

Louisiana Chapter

Pres: Garrett Miller ’95 p: 985-590-2425, e: torrens.miller@gmail.com Vice Pres: Bob Ferrante ’90 p: 985- 237-2091; e: mbrlj5@gmail.com Sec’y: Wayne Morgan ’98 e: wayne.morgan@1998.usna.com Treas: Drew Dodenhoff ’70 e: drewdode@yahoo.com Website: http://www.USNALouisiana.org BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Jessica Thornhill ’01 e: jessica.mp.thornhill@gmail.com

Maine

Maine Chapter

Pres: LT Jen Bohr Tyll ’01, USNR e: jenbohrtyll@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: LT Jen Bohr Tyll ’01, USNR p: 207-829-8159; e: jenbohrtyll@gmail.com

CHAPTER NEWS Maryland

Annapolis Chapter

Pres: CDR Scott J. Shepard ’91, USN (Ret) p: 540-419-5564; e: scottjshepard@hotmail.com Vice Pres: Michael Rapp ’91 e: michaelrapp999@gmail.com Sec’y–Shipmate Contact: Liesel (Danjczek) Schopler ’99 e: lieseldanjczek@hotmail.com Treas: Chuck Dixon ’79 e: CBDixon@firstcommand.com Membership: James McNeal ’86 e: jamesm@ispards.com Website: http://annapolis.usnachapters.net Join the Chapter: https://www.signupnow. events/USNA AlumniChapter_Annapolis/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 1118214745191/ (or search for: Naval Academy Alumni Annapolis Chapter) BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Charles Mello e: Charlesmello@gmail.com

Baltimore Chapter

Pres: Jason Hardebeck ’87 p: 443-269-1599; e: jhardebeck@whoglue.com BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Charles Mello e: Charlesmello@gmail.com Join the Chapter: https://www.signupnow.events/USNA Alumni Chapter_ Annapolis/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 1118214745191/ (or search for: Naval Academy Alumni Annapolis Chapter)

Greater Southern Maryland Chapter

Pres: Micheal W. Thumm '75 e: thummer75@md.metrocast.net Sec’y: Katie Ellefson ‘13 p: 661-992-9190; e: katieelllefson13@gmail.com Corr Sec’y: Michael Dougherty ’73 p: 240-925-7518; e: doughertymj8@aol.com Website: http://www.navyalumni.org BGO Area Coordinator: Kevin Schaaff e: Kevin.Schaaff@bgo.usna.com

EVENTS “Dark Ages” Dinner- 2/25 In addition to senior graduate, Don Boecker ‘60 and junior graduate, Katie Ellefson ’13, attendees included Stu Ashton ’74, Ken Carkhuff ’82, Lawrence Clifford ’77, Terry Dailey ’70, Mike De Manss ’73, Mike Dougherty ’73, Dean Farmer ’04, Stu Fitrell ’62, Michael Hallett ’69, Mike Holton ’74, Lew Mcintyre, ’70, Andy Mechling ’73, Greg Olson ’83, Thom Phelan ’79, Chris Powers ’78, Ken Ptack ’67, Jim Sandberg ’69, Scott Bruce ’79, Mike Thumm ’75, Pierre Thuot ’77 and Garth Van Sickle, ’67. Thanks to the efforts of Sandy Sandberg, the delightful dinner was held in a new venue for us, The Olde Breton Inn. ALUMNI IN THE NEWS: News involving Alumni is sparse these days, but their kids are going strong.

After 28 years as a foreign service officer, Troy Fitrell, son of Stu ’62 and Lynn has assumed the role of U.S. Ambassador to Guinea. On one of his “home tours’ Troy attended the National

Greater Southern Maryland Chapter: The GSMC Alumni at the “Dark Ages” Dinner

War College, graduating 20 Years after his Dad did. COMING EVENTS 6/23 Summer Social Location TBD. 6/30 Induction Day Class of 2026. 8/20 CrabFest ‘22, Club 9, Solomons Recreation Center 1700, 2nd Wednesday (please note day change) of each month: Chapter Meeting. We may vary between Virtual and the Brudergarten, Leonardtown. Please, check your email and the GSMC website www.navyalumni.org for all event updates throughout 2022!

Massachusetts

Boston Chapter

Pres: James Kras ’69 141 Dorchester Ave., Unit 406, South Boston, MA 02127-1836 p: 617-645-1032; e: jameskras@comcast.net Shipmate contact: CAPT Pete Seibert ’65 p: 781-235-5909; e: pkseibert@comcast.net Website: http://boston.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator (Boston and SE Mass): Kimber Johnston e: Kimber.Johnson@bgo.usna.com BGO Area Coordinator (N Shore and Central Mass): CDR David Grim e: david.grim@1982.usna.com BGO Area Coordinator (Western Mass): Mike Cousins e: Cuztri67@gmail.com

Michigan

Michigan Chapter

Pres: Maj. Joe Zane ’07 USMCR P.O. Box 710, Birmingham, MI 48009 e: joseph.zane.2007@gmail.com Vice Pres: Shawn Hoch ’08 e: shawn.hoch@2008.usna.com Website: http://detroit.usnachapters.net Communications Sec’y: Chris Bernard ’88 e: gcb117@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator (Eastern): CAPT Michael Johnson ’79, USNR e: mj007mj@hotmail.com BGO Area Coordinator (West & Upper): Col. Benjamin Richmond ’93, USMCR e: brichmond97@earthlink.net

After a quiet January and February, March and April saw a return to in-person events. On 16 March, we partnered with the local Veterans’ Beer Club for an after-work networking event at the classic St. Patrick’s Day meetup spot, Nancy Whiskey in Detroit’s Corktown. Several alumni attended, and good times were had by all.

On 1 April, a local organization of retired Marine Corps officers and senior enlisted, the Marine Red Coats, hosted their 51st annual Mess Night. The Naval Academy had a strong showing, with eight alumni in attendance. Among the alumni were the President of the Mess, LtCol Tad Drake ’03, and the Vice President of the Mess, Maj Mike Droogleever, ’05. LtCol Drake is currently serving as the Inspector and Instructor (I&I) for Michigan-based 1st Battalion 24th Marines, while Maj Droogleever has been an active member of the Red Coats Mess Night since he finished up his time on active duty in 2016 as the Assistant I&I of

1/24. Indeed, this is Maj Droogleever’s fourth Mess Night as Mr. Vice, and he is actively soliciting volunteers to fill the roll for the 2023 Mess Night.

Graham Sloan ’97, Joe Zane ’07 and Mike Droogleever ’05 at the March 16th Detroit Veterans’ Beer Club event.

There was significant Naval Academy representation at the Marine Corps Red Coats Mess night, held 1 April 2022. From left, Maj Mike Droogleever ’05, CAPT Scott Bunnay ’91, Roger Moore ’75, Art Bryant ’66, Graham Sloan ’97, LtCol Tad Drake ’03 and Maj Joe Zane, ’07. Not pictured but in attendance was CDR Bryant Nunn ’01.

LtCol Tad Drake ’03, the President of the Mess and Maj Mike Droogleever ’05, Vice President of the Mess, pose with the Guest of Honor, LtGen David Bellon, Commander, Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South.

A couple of administrative updates on the chapter. First, we have voted on a name change, and going forward, we shall be known as the Michigan Chapter, rather than the Detroit Chapter. We wanted to more accurately reflect the geographical diversity of our membership, and work to support alumni in other parts of the state.

Next, by the time you read this, you should have received several e-mails from chapter leadership about our new chapter management platform, Hivebrite. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to USNA.AA. DetroitChapter@gmail.com.

Finally, anyone who is interested in becoming part of the Chapter leadership, please send an e-mail to USNA.AA.DetroitChapter@ gmail.com with your interested position.

Positions available per the bylaws are: - President - Vice President - Treasurer - Secretary - Webmaster

Members are elected for a two year term starting in July ’22.

We should be holding elections in June, with turnover occurring in July, so please let us know if you’re interested as soon as possible.

Thank you for reading, and until next time. Beat Army!

St Louis Chapter: Left to right: front row (L-R) kneeling: Jason Ziebold ’97, Rick Roustio ’78, Lowell Crow ’84, Dave Turnbaugh ’89, David Noble ’96; standing: Josh Rich ’97, Gene Marques ’84; back row standing: Cameron Wales ’09, Jeff Uhde ’91, Shane Mcdonald ’96, Cliff Schoep ’56, Larry Meyer ’67, Kent Higginbotham ’76, Dick Padberg ’54, Chuck Hardy ’81, and Sam Fletcher ’03

Joe Zane ’07 Chapter President

Minnesota

Upper Midwest Chapter

Pres: CAPT Ashley Fischer ’11, USMCR p: 240-778-8116; e: aefisch36@gmail.com Shipmate Contact: Nathan CW Smith ’98 e: nathancwsmith@outlook.com Website: www.USNAUpperMidwest.org Facebook: www.fb.com/USNAAAUpperMidwest BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Mark J. Salmen, USN (Ret.) NAIP Area Coordinator-Minnesota 15230 Afton Hills Drive South; Afton, MN 55001-9670 p: 651-436-5842; c: 651-271-669 e: mark.salmen@1973.usna.com; e: mjsalmen@aol.com

Mississippi

BGO Area Coordinator: David Price ’78 e: dep-78@sbcglobal.net

South Mississippi Chapter

Pres: CDR E. Spencer Garrett IV ’88, USNR P.O. Box 1792, Gautier, MS 39553 p: 228-497-5050; e: esgarrett44@aol.com Sec’y: CAPT Harry J. Rucker ’73, USN (Ret.) e: navynomad50@caldeone.net

Missouri

Greater Kansas City Metro Chapter

Pres: Bob Culler ’74 p: 913-488-6319; e: bculler@sbcglobal.net Vice Pres: Victor Hurlbert ’10 p: 816-665-1647; e:vhurlbert@wradvisors.com Treas: Jack Rush ’73 e: jackrush7376@gmail.com Website: http://KansasCity.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: Lee Gilgour e: Gilgour42@gmail.com

St. Louis Chapter

Pres: Dave Turnbaugh ’89 Website: https://stlusna.com Shipmate contact: Raese Simpson ’61 1138 Westmoor Pl., St. Louis, MO 63131-1320 c: 314-757-1221; e: raese1961@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Kent Higginbotham ’76, USN (Ret.) e: kenth@hbistl.com

This was left out of the last issue:

Sad news and great news. The sad news first. This past summer/fall we lost two local alumni. Dan Sullivan ’56. For more years than I can count, Dan Sullivan was a strong supporter of the STL Chapter. He served on the board and when not officially there was always available with great advice. He was a strong supporter of our Memorial Day Service at Jefferson Barracks assisting Mike Dunham ‘70 in making that a success. He was also present at most Chapter events. Peter Danna’s ’61 death preceded Dan’s. Pete was a CBC grad and attended Bullis Prep prior to entering Navy. That’s where Pete and your scribe met. Our families enjoyed each others company for many years. Both Pete and Dan will be missed and are interned at Jefferson Barracks. Now the Great news: Navy 17-Army 13. It was a treat watching 7 point under-dog Navy win this one, and thrilling watching Diego Fagot keep a Navy drive alive on a 4th and 1 in Navy

St Louis Chapter

territory. By virtue of Air Force’s win over Navy and Army’s win over Air Force the Commander and Chief’s Trophy will be split between Army and Navy. Army will retain the hardware. Our game watch and celebration was at Ball Park Village. Having an extra good time were Door Prize winners: 1st Qtr–Sam Fletcher, 2nd Qtr–Jason Ziebold, 3rd Qtr–Gene Marquez, 4th Qtr–Dave Turnbaugh AND Football Squares winners: 1st Qtr-USMC toys for Tots (Chapter donation), 2nd Qtr-Gene Marquez, 3rd QtrCliff Schoep and 4th Qtr-Gene Marquez. See photos for attendees.

SOPA’S: Cliff Schoep ’56 and Dick Padberg ’54

MEMORIES….

Cliff Schoep ’56 and Dan Sullivan ’56 w/Dan’s wife, Mary Pat enjoying a game watch 31 December 2019 against Kansas State Dick Padberg ’54 and Dan Sullivan ’56 - Army/Navy 2019

June Report Cold nasty weather! Central time, dark at 5:30, no light in the early morning either. The Dark Ages were aptly named!

However a chance to get together loomed when the Navy Sticks-on-Ice came to town. Dave Turnbaugh ‘89 got the word out and former Navy defenseman, John Huesemann ’78 got the energy cranked up. The opponent - Pitt Panthers, and a great crowd showed up. There were family, friends, alumni, sponsors, etc. all routing for Navy. Unfortunately this night the Panthers were just too good, with the final being 5-1. However, the Navy gals not only beat SLU but ended the season 17-1!!… BZ ladies!!

Montana

BGO Area Coordinator: Andy Metroka e: METROKA@MT.NET

Nebraska

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Jerry Hodge ’86, USN (Ret.) e: gerald.hodge@1986.usna.com

Omaha Chapter

Pres: Jeremiah Binkley ’00 e: jeremiah.binkley@yahoo.com Website: http://omaha.usnachapters.net/

Nevada

BGO Area Coordinator: Joe Holland ’03 e: joe.holland03@gmail.com

Las Vegas Chapter

Pres: Corwin Karaffa ’77 e: cjkaraffa@gmail.com Sec’y: Glenn Truitt ‘97 e: glenn@idealbusinsspartners.com Website: http://southernnevada.usnachapters.com/

New Jersey

Pres: Patrick Hurley ’87 e: patrick.hurley@1987.usna.com

BGO Area Coordinator (North NJ): Marcy Abbate e: Abbate.Marcy.M@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator (South NJ): Martha Christinziano e: Christinziano.area114@gmail.com website: www.usnanj.org

New Mexico

New Mexico Chapter

Pres: John Scott Kraus ’73 2304 Madre Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112 h: 505-296-7409; c: 505-366-7457 e: skraus@aquilagroup.com; or jkraus2304@aol.com Sec’y: Joseph McGuire ’68 p: 505-857-9679; e sunnymack@msn.com Vice Pres: Dr. Doug Meints ’77 p: 505-888-6800; e: dmeintschiro@gmail.com NM Parents’ Club Pres: Ms. Karen Hanthorn-Rhodes e: KBHant@aol.com; p: 505-507-5543 Website: http://newmexico.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT David Swingle e: dswingle@newmexico.com “Springtime in the Rockies” was a popular movie in the 1940’s. In New Mexico, the phrase often conjures up images of wildflowers in bloom, mountain roads made muddy from snowmelt, and the hope of returning to outdoor picnics. As pandemic restrictions continue to ease, the time is right for the New Mexico Chapter to renew its decade-long tradition of the annual Chapter family picnic in Albuquerque at the Elena Gallegos Open Space Kiwanis Shelter. This year, our event is scheduled to be held on Father’s Day, Sunday, 19 June from 1300 to 1700 at the foothills park East of Tramway at the end of Simms Park Rd. NE. Dedicated parking, restrooms, and easy access to the shelter will serve all levels of member and guest mobility. The camaraderie and 80-mile vistas across the Rio Grande Valley will enhance the food, fun, family, and fellowship that follows. As is our tradition, Chapter Officers will be introduced, and a briefing will be provided on the important topics to be discussed at the annual ICOF (International Chapter Officers Forum) to be held in Annapolis in May. Details on the picnic signup, will be posted on the Chapter Bulletin Board, http://newmexico.usnachapters.com, faithfully maintained by our webmaster, Mike Blackledge ’63.

New York

New York Capital District Chapter

Pres: Frank Hughes ’80 p: 518-432-9193; e: frankhughes2@yahoo.com Sec’y: Gordon Lattey 40 First St., Troy, NY 12180 p: 518-274-4989; e: ussslater@aol.com Website: http://capitaldistrictny.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Jeff Hughes e: Jeffrey.M.Hughes1@gmail.com

Central New York Chapter

Pres: Steve Erb ’68 e: steveerb@windstream.net Sec’y/Treas: Bob Fegan Jr. ’64 e: bobfegan64@gmail.com Website: CentralNY.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Tom Ravener e: tom.ravener@gmail.com

Alumni, family and friends are encouraged to attend the weekly Wednesday lunch at 1200 at Clear Path for Veterans in Chittenango, NY. You can call (315-687-3300) to let them know if you will be attending a lunch but calling is not necessary…just show up. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic it is recommended to check with them to see if they are serving lunch.

Alumni, family, friends, USNA parents, and others with an interest in the Naval Academy are welcome to join the Chapter at all Chapter functions. Call (315-663-7490) or e-mail Bob Fegan to let us know if you plan to attend a function.

Future Chapter activities will be addressed as they are planned. The Chapter’s website is a good source of current information.

The Chapter has instituted the payment of a Life Membership Fee as an option to Annual Dues. As the information was provided through the USNA Alumni Association, there a quite a few Alumni in the CNY area who may not have received the information so it is being provided again herewith.

The Central New York Chapter leadership discussed offering Life Membership and with inputs from a few Alumni, the following table shows what we decided:

If 40% of the Alumni in the Central New York area opt for Life Membership and with over $2,000 currently in the Chapter’s non-profit checking account with M&T, the Chapter would have over $10,000 which is more than enough to support the Chapter’s financial commitments through 2030.

For those Alumni who choose not to pay the Life Membership Fee, the annual Chapter membership fee of $20 will be continued. Additionally, the Chapter year has been changed from “1 June to 31 May” to “1 January to 31 December”.

The Chapter year of “1 June to 31 May’ was established in 2005 when the CNY Chapter was recognized by the USNA Alumni Association (AA) by a letter dated 11 May 2005. Changing the Chapter year to “1 January to 31 December” aligns with the traditional calendar.

Payment of dues (Life Membership or Annual) can be made in cash or check at a Chapter function or by mailing a check payable to “CNY Chapter of USNA Alumni” to Bob Fegan, 1570 US Route 20, Cazenovia, NY 13035-9202. Please provide a note to indicate your USNA AA status (Life Member, Annual or Not a member) and your email address to ensure that the Chapter’s database is complete and up-to-date. Alumni are encouraged to check the AA database periodically to ensure that their profile information is up-to-date.

Metro New York Chapter (NAANY)

Pres: George O’Garro ’05 e: georgeogarro@gmail.com HotLine: 1-800-234-USNA (8732) Website: http://www.NAANY.org BGO Area Coordinator: Gardner Jackson e: ghjackson86@gmail.com

Western New York Chapter

Pres: Dan Sullivan ’95 p: 585-410-1941; e: daniel.sullivan@savox.com Vice Pres: Pete Owen ’86 p: 949-702-2733; e: pfowen0302@gmail.com Website: http://westernny.usnachapters.net/ BGO Area Coordinator: Doug Peters ’73 e: douglastpeters@gmail.com

We welcome alumni to join at any time. Our next chapter meeting will be our appointee recognition dinner on Friday 20 May. All alumni and friends of the Naval Academy will be welcome. Please contact us as indicated below for details.

Pres: Dan Sullivan ’95—(585) 410-1941; e: daniel.sullivan@savox.com

VP: Pete Owen ’86—(949) 701-2733; e: pfowen0302@gmail.com

BGO Area Coordinator: Doug Peters ’73; e: douglastpeters@gmail.com

Web page: http://westernny.usnachapters.net/

Beat Army!

Pete

CHAPTER NEWS North Carolina

BGO Area Coordinator: Col. Kevin Hart ’75 (Ret.) p: 847-910-4502; e: kevinphart1@gmail.com

Cape Fear Chapter

Pres: Ray Decker ’72 p: 703-939-0202; e: dax24@icloud.com Vice Pres: Paul Normand ’74 e: paulnormand@mac.com Sec’y/Treas: Steve Yandle ’75 e: sryusna75@gmail.com

As you read this column, the azaleas have peaked and left the scene in SE North Carolina with summer just ahead. Fittingly, the Cape Fear Chapter is in full swing with its 2022 calendar. Following a well-attended January lunch, the Chapter’s annual business meeting was held on 08 February with updates on key activities. After creating a solid bedrock for the Chapter’s Summer STEM initiative, Newt Morgan ’69 and Jerry Cameron ’72 passed the leadership baton to Bill Caiazza ’66 and John Casey ’78. Bravo Zulu Newt and Jerry!

On the evening of 12 March, the Chapter held its 3rd Dark Ages Dinner or DAD at the Cape Fear Country Club. With members and spouses in evening attire, all enjoyed passed hors d’oeuvres while mingling in the bar area before the dinner hour. After feasting on petit tenderloin filet with veal jus and seared chicken breasts in a sauteed mushroom and creamed leek sauce, the Cape Fear crew received their portion of the butter cream iced layer cake created for the event. As everyone settled into the evening, a spirited round of “professional naval questions” was reminiscent of our time as plebes. Clearly, some grads need to dust off their Reef Points! Finally, several bottles of vintage wine were raffled off to lucky shipmates. In attendance for this evening of camaraderie, fellowship, and good cheer were: Deborah and Martin Brittingham ’76, Jane and Michael Brown ’70, Val and Aaron Bullard ’00, Deanne and Bill Caiazza ’66, Muffy Boylan and Ray Decker ’72, Sharon and Gregg Hamelin ’72, Barb and Mark Hubbard ’76, Victoria and Hugh McWilliams ’72, Gail and Paul Normand ’74, Dave Scheu ’67, Misty and Jim Slaight ’93, Douglass and Alan Smith ’64, Jenna and Blaine Tonking ’11, Julie and Tom Wolfe ’72, and Peggy and Steve Yandle ’75.

The first “Bring Your Company Mug” (BYCM) social was held at the Edward Teach Brewery in Wilmington on 12 April. Tom Wolfe ’72 did an outstanding job coordinating this event with half price pints. More details in next Shipmate.

The 2nd Annual Summer Cruise informal social is planned for 14 June at the CFCC. We hope to have another great turnout. Full steam ahead!

The Chapter’s 2022 Calendar of Events is posted on our website: capefearnc. usnachapters.net.

All local graduates, Blue & Gold Officers, and parents of midshipmen or graduates are

Cape Fear Chapter: Dark Ages Dinner

Cape Fear Chapter: Dark Ages Dinner

invited to join the Chapter and participate in our activities. Most lunch meetings are held 1145 at the Cape Fear Country Club on the second Tuesday of the month except when a social or other special event occurs.

All members planning to attend should contact Steve Yandle ’75 (sryusna75@gmail.com) at least 3 days before the meeting so we can coordinate meal count and service support with the Club. Cost is $20 cash at lunch. Go Navy!

Charlotte Chapter

Pres: Christopher (Nix) M. Nickels ’91 e: CHRISNIX@AOL.COM Email: UsnaaaCharlotte@gmail.com Facebook Page: http://facebook.com/usna-alumniassociation-charlotte-251965968210794/ Website: Charlotte.usnachapters.net LinkedIn Group: http://linkedin.com/groups/8344487

Chapter Events Recap: 4/20 HH at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery! The chapter held another successful event. Great time had by those able to attend!

Upcoming Chapter Event: 19 June 2022, Father’s Day 5K. Registration currently open and increases in price as it gets closer race day. It’s an event for the whole family, and there will be great activities for the kids (face painting, bouncy house, make a card or sign for Dad, etc.) and FREE Beer Samples for our Dads. If interested to learn more and signup, search fathersday5kcharlotte in your web browser!

Check out MyUSNA.com! Our alumni community’s new Hivebrite engagement and communication platform provides a secure and private online forum to connect with classmates, chapters, Shared Interest Groups, and parent clubs. It will provide on one site Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation real-time news and information about upcoming events.

Eastern North Carolina Chapter

Pres: Rob Skrotsky ’67 P.O. Box 847, New Bern, NC 28563 h: 252-514-0299; e: robert.skrotsky@1967.usna.com Vice Pres: Rick Kunkel ’67 p: 910-347-6251; e: rkunkel@ec.rr.com Sec’y: Tim Marvin ’59 P.O. Box 731, Kure Beach, NC 28449-0731 e: tmarvin738@charter.net Treas: Randy Bogle ’68 4308 Periwinkle Pl., New Bern, NC 28562 p: 252-631-3109; e: rbogle1968@gmail.com Website: http://easternnc.usnachapters.com

The meeting convened at 1200 on 24 March at Michael’s Pub and Patio in New Bern. Twenty-three (23) members and their guests were present. President, Rob Skrotsky ’67, began the meeting with a moment of silence and prayer for those service personnel who are deployed and for their loved ones awaiting their safe return. He also remembered members of the chapter who have died as well as the citizens of Ukraine.

Mr. Skrotsky welcomed new and returning members. He also welcomed the guest speaker, the Mayor of New Bern, Dana E. Outlaw. He noted that the next chapter meeting will be at Camp Lejeune on 28 April followed by the meeting in New Bern on 26 May. He mentioned that the annual Founders Day celebration will be on 16 September at the New Bern Country Club. He noted that in early May, there is a meeting in Annapolis of the Chapter Officers. He plans to attend.

Mr. Skrotsky introduced the Mayor of New Bern, Mr. Dana E. Outlaw. Mr. Outlaw provided significant insight on development and potential for expansion of New Bern, particularly with the movement of people in and out of the area. His personal experience as a long time resident and as an appraiser of properties has given him a wide perspective of the future of the area. He fielded several questions from the group.

The meeting adjourned at 1330.

Submitted, Tim Marvin, ‘59 Secretary

North Carolina Triangle Chapter

Pres: CAPT Steve Gillespie ’87, USN (Ret.) e: smgillespie44@gmail.com Sec’y: Chris Perrien ’74 e: ibmchris@mac.com National Chapter Trustee; CDR George Lipscomb ’87, USN (Ret.) Website: www.usnatriangle.com

Piedmont Triad Chapter

Pres: Tom Cornejo ’00 e: thomas.cornejo@yahoo.com Sec’y: Josh Fogle ’03 e: foglejw@gmail.com

North Dakota

Upper Midwest Chapter

See Minnesota Send Shipmate input to: Nathan CW Smith ’98 e: nathancwsmith@outlook.com Blue & Gold Area Coordinator: Mary Plumb e: Mary.plumb@yahoo.com

Ohio

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Chapter

Pres: Earle Babcock ’74 p: 513-520-7776 e: earle.babcock@1974@usna.com Vice Pres: Gaby Blocher ’98 p: 513-316-5903; e: Gabrielle.Bolton@gmail.com Vice Pres: Jennifer Yuchasz ‘98 e: jen.yuchasz@rhinestahl.com

Chapter Sec’y and Shipmate Submissions: Jon-Michael Pollock ‘10 e: jonmichaelpollock@gmail.com Website: http://www.usnacinci.org BGO Area Coordinator: Bryan Grubert e: bryan.grubert@gmail.com

Cleveland Chapter

Pres: CAPT Fred W. Bergman ’75, USNR (Ret.) p: 440-570-3564; e: FWayBergman@aol.com Sec’y: John Blackburn ’82 e: joblackburn@clevelandtrack.com BGO Area Coordinator: Doug Cabarle e: douglas.cabarle@bgo.usna.com

Columbus

Pres: CDR Tony Konecny ’79, USN (Ret.) e: adkonecny79@gmail.com Vice Pres: Ben Sandman ’10 e: bensandman2@gmail.com Sec’y: Dave Goins ’84 e: dgoins84@gmail.com Treas: Jim Waddell ‘71 e: jbwaddell@columbus.rr.com Shipmate Contact: CDR Tony Konecny ’79, USN (Ret.) e: adkonecny79@gmail.com Chapter email: USNAAACbus@gmail.com Website: https://columbus_usnachapter.net/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 100549757152451/ Twitter: @USNAAACbus LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/ groups/12356597/ Instagram: USNAAACbus Parents’ Club President: Eric Forrest e: Ea4rest@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT D. Michael Crites ’70, USNR (Ret.) e: mcrites@dinsmore.com

Captain Mark McCulloch ’92 was relieved by Captain Darrell Canady as Professor of Naval Science at the Ohio State University NROTC Unit on 19 January 2022.

SAVE THE DATE: Navy will be playing University of Cincinnati on Saturday, 5 November 2022, in Cincinnati. The 1970s Squadron led by Tom Gomia ’70 and Wayne Hallenbeck ’71 are spearheading the effort to procure tickets and arrange for a group event to watch the Midshipmen beat the Bearcats. More details will be provided as they are available.

The Columbus Chapter continues to roll out the new USNA Alumni Association communications and engagement platform myUSNA. Many of the bugs are still being worked out by the Chapter officers and the Alumni Association technical support people. Eventually, usna.com will be retired and myUSNA will be the sole means of keeping alumni informed. If you wish to learn more about and register for myUSNA, go to https://www.usna.com/find-connect-myusna

Toledo Chapter

Pres: CDR Meghan Michael ’97, USN (Ret.) e: meghanmichael@me.com BGO Area Coordinator: Mr. Arthur Wickerham e: artwickerham@gmail.com

Oklahoma

BGO Area Coordinator: Jeff Stewart e:jeff.stewart@hpidc.com

Oklahoma City Chapter

Pres: Jonathan Mason ’07 e: jrmason03@gmail.com

Tulsa Chapter

Pres: Rocky Goins ’84 e: rockygoins@hotmail.com Vice Pres: Patrick Hamilton ’87 e: patrickhami@gmail.com Sec’y and Treas: Kasey (Cregge) Carradini ’84 e: kcarradini@hotmail.com Website: http://tulsa.usnachapters.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USNA-Alumni-TulsaChapter-2202431113307009/

The USNA Tulsa Chapter is pleased to announce that the Ernest Evans Award for the top Oklahoma University NROTC 1/C for Leadership will be awarded to Callahan Kelly. Midshipmen Kelly received a unanimous vote for this award by his classmate and NROTC staff. Being a Marine Corps Option, he will be presented with an engraved Marine Corps Mameluke Sword by our president emeritus, Harry Rouse (77) at the commissioning ceremony May 13. Members of the Tulsa Chapter underwrite the purchase of awarded Navy or Marine Corps sword every year.

Oregon

Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter

Pres: CDR John Adams ’69, USNR (Ret.) e: john.adams@1969.usna.com Vice Pres: CDR Mike Carmichael ’69, USNR (Ret.) e: mikec@1969.usna.com Treas: CDR Ted Scypinski ’90, USNR (Ret.) e: ted.scypinski@flir.com National Chapter Trustee: LtCol Doug Ballard ’74, USMCR (Ret.) e: Cassandra.alpha61@comcast.net

BGO Area Coordinator: Capt. Jill Richards e: gillianac@comcast.net Website: oregon.usnachapters.net

Our luncheon featured our first in person speaker in over 2 years. We were honored to have Rich Walton speak to us. Rich is a father of a 2010 grad, was co president of the Parents Club and spent over 4 years in Afghanistan as a contractor. He recently published a book on his experiences “One Brick at a Time, Winning the Hearts and Minds of the Afghan People”. Rich is pictured below. Present for the presentation were Mike Carmichael ’69, John Adams ’69, Scott Fitzpatrick ’80, Mark Cookey, 71, Doug Ballard ’74, Kevin Brink ’97, Tex Harkins ’67, Glen Weeks ’65, Ed Whitehurst ’60, Shirley Walton (spouse of Rich), Pete Kurzenhauser ’79, Frank Swientek ’66, John Frerichs ’50, Stacey Frerichs, daughter of John, Butch Bewick ’62. The talk was incredible, and the book is strongly recommended.

We also continued our weekly Zoom Happy Hours. Participants in February included Mike Carmichael ’69, John Adams ‘69, Doug Ballard 74, John Frerichs ‘50, David Lutes ‘63, Janette Sandberg ‘96, Tim Myers ’64, Jack Kohl ’65, Mark Cooksey ’71, Ted Scypinski ’90, Shelly Liscom, president of the Parents Club.

Upcoming activities include an April luncheon featuring a presentation by Capt Don Walsh ’54 and is an American oceanographer, explorer and marine policy specialist. He and Jacques Piccard were aboard the bathyscaphe Trieste when it made a record maximum descent into the Challenger Deep on 23 January 1960, the deepest point of the world’s oceans.

CHAPTER NEWS Pennsylvania

Philadelphia Chapter

Pres: Rob Bender ’73 p: 267-625-3459; e: rbender@travismanion.com Website: http://philadelphia.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Tim Farrell ’76, USN (Ret.) e: tim.farrell@1976.usna.com

Pittsburgh Chapter

Pres: Conor McKenzie ’06 e: cmckenzie@janney.com Website: Pittsburgh.usnachapters.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/usnaaa pittsburgh/ BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT David Gates ’77, USN (Ret.) p: 724-632-6621; e: LJreese357@aol.com

Susquehanna Valley Chapter

Pres: Del Becker ’85 p: 717-537-5732; e: delbecker@gmail.com Sec’y: Tim Farrell ’76 e: Tim Farrell@1976.usna.com Treas: Charlie Perkins ’71 e: CharlesPerkins71@gmail.com Website: http://www.usnasvc.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Matt Chabal ’77 e: chabal@1977.usna.com

Members of the Susquehanna Valley Chapter celebrated St. Patrick’s Day together at our monthly gathering at Mad Chef Craft Brewing in East Petersburg. We gather on the third Thursday of every month 1630-1900. Please join us and bring your family and friends with you.

Left to right: Tim Farrell ’76, Karen Erdman, Lee Erdman ’76 and Dave Lawrence ’76

Beat Army!

Recreational Vehicle

American Chapter

Pres: Jack Parry ’67 e: eeusna67@aol.com Sec’y: Scott Rodgers ’78 Treas: Dale Gange ‘70 14518 Black Bear Rd., Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 Shipmate inputs to: ‘Nita Parry e: mauryplace@aol.com Website: www.rv.usnachapters.net Facebook: USNA RV CHAPTER

An open letter:

As I step down as the chapter president on 1 June, a thank you is heartfully extended to all who have supported me and the USNA RV Chapter during my tenure.

To the three former chapter presidents, Jim Roberts ’59, Bill Bradshaw ’63 and Jay Williams ’67, thank you for being available each and every time I needed guidance and retrospection. You were invaluable to me and the chapter.

To the chapter members who stepped forward to serve on the board, thank you for your support and work on behalf of the chapter. Together we accomplished a great deal in evolving the leadership of the chapter; the 50%+ growth of the chapter, and the continued involvement in the chapter’s engagement during the pandemic. We grew larger and stronger because of your combined commitment.

Thank you to the members who continued to be active and who volunteered to lead our Come Arounds; who volunteered to work during our gatherings; who attended our Come Arounds. This is how and why we continue to thrive as a chapter.

To the spouses of our members, my thanks, joining with the thanks from all the members, as we say - you are the real backbone and workers in making the chapter the wonderful experience that it has been for 20+ years. The board recognized your importance by modifying the CHAPTER BY-LAWS to include a seat at the table to represent all our spouses. Without your work, our motto would not be “we don’t just do lunch.”

To our associate members, thank you for pitching in to enhance chapter gatherings. You are a welcome addition and a wonderful partner in helping us to excel.

I would be remiss if I did not recognize ‘Nita Parry who not only supported my leadership but volunteered in 2014 to be the chapter Shipmate correspondent for the past 8 years. Much of the chapter growth certainly points to the presence which she maintained by providing Shipmate magazine with columns in every issue and the featured profile articles.

Now, before I cast off into the haze of being a past-president, a hearty welcome to our new members who joined in early 2022. Jim Salamon ’72; Sandra & Darren Anderson ’83 of Baltimore, MD; Lee Ann & Bill Kostrub ’86 of Murphreesboro, TN; John & Sofi Loomis ’99 of Annapolis, MD. Welcome to y’all.

To all who read this column, we depend on volunteers, not just to be board members, but to raise their hands to create Come-Around events and provide active assistance in planning and implementation of Come-Arounds. We don’t just do lunch! Come, join our happy band and be active.

Jack Parry ’67 Chapter President, 2018-2022

Rhode Island

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Stuart Craig ’86, USN (Ret.) e: sbcraig@1986.usna.com

Rhode Island Chapter

Pres: Mike O’Sullivan ’73 p: 401-742-7091; e: michael.osullivan1973@gmail.com Sec’y: COL Paul Muller ’88, USMC (Ret.) p: 401-248-3405; e: usmctanker@cox.net

South Carolina

BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Ryan Blacklock ’04, USNR e: ryan.blacklock@2004.usna.com

Central Savannah River Area

(Aiken, SC; Augusta, GA; and surrounding areas) Pres: LtCol Dave Smith ’73, USMC (Ret.) e: dsmith708@atlanticbb.net Sec'y: Bob Van Buren ’63 e: bobjanvb@aol.com Website: http://csra.usnachapters.com

On the evening of March 9, 2022, the chapter celebrated the traditional End of the Dark Ages with a dinner meeting at the Red Bowl Asian Bistro in Aiken, SC. (See photo on the next page)

The following members were in attendance: Bob Van Buren ’63 and his wife Jan, Mac Hanna ’64, Jim Tisarranni ’64 and his wife Cynthia, Fred Dohse ’72 and his wife Dede, Dave Smith ’73, Greg Hoffman ’75 and Darrel Capo ’98 and his wife Melanie.

Following dinner, President Dave Smith gave a brief presentation of some chapter & USNAA “business items” and a tentative schedule of chapter activities for the rest of the year.

As always, before, during & after the meeting, there was a plentiful “supply” of warm social interaction as well as increasingly loud & outrageous sea stories.

Central Savannah River Chapter: Bob Van Buren, Jan Van Buren, Dede Dohse, Fred Dohse, Cynthia Tisaranni, Jim Tisaranni, Darrel Capo, Melanie Capo, Mac Hanna, Greg Hoffman & Dave Smith.

Tennessee

Chattanooga Chapter

Pres: Richard “Scott” Jones ’00 9935 Penneywood Ln., Ooltewah, TN 37363 p: 804-363-3589; e: rsjones23@hotmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard Cataldi ’69, USN (Ret.) p: 865-966-4677; e: cdrcataldi@tds.net

Knoxville-Oak Ridge Chapter

Pres: Kristen Daniel ’02 e: kristenandwesley@gmail.com. Sec’y-Treas: CAPT Mark Kohring ’73, USNR (Ret.) e: mark_kohring@mac.com Website: http://k-or.usnachapters.net/ BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard Cataldi ’69, USN (Ret.) p: 865-966-4677; e: cdrcataldi@tds.net

Charleston Chapter

Pres: CDR Rick Stein ’82, USNR (Ret.) 784 Preservation Pl., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 p: 843-856-6591; w: 843-557-7021 e: USNA_AA_Charleston@Comcast.net Website: www.RickSteinOnline.com

On Monday 21 March, The Charleston Chapter held its monthly luncheon. Our speaker was Jim Westerhold; General Manager of Boone Hall Plantation. In attendance were: Max Hill ’51; Fuzzy Knight ’53; John Common ’64; John Nuernberger ’64; Ray Setser ’65; Bernie Magdelain ’65; Jim Welsch ’67; Chuck Meyer ’68; Greg Wood ’68; Mike Malone ’69; Al Olson ’72; David Oyster ’74; Bill Konrad ’75; Dave Shimp ’76; Dennis Simon ’77; Chris Cechak ’82; Rick Stein ’82; Jeff Gordon ’83; Greg Shore ’84; Andy McMarlin ’91; John Cooke ’97; and Josh Castaneda ’09.

On Friday, 1 April, The Charleston Chapter held a special event. Our speakers were Dean Castaldo (Regional Director of Development –USNA Foundation) and CAPT Bo Johns ’95 (Deputy Commandant for Professional Development). In attendance were: Max Hill ’51, Fuzzy Knight ’53, Jim Flatley ’56, Curt Holcomb ’61, John Nuernberger ’64, Mike Malone ’69, Charlie Young ’70, Steve Weise ’72, David Oyster ’74, Bill Konrad ’75, Dave Shimp ’76, Dennis Simon ’77, Rick Stein ’82, Owen Honors ’83, Seamus Flatley ’83, Greg Shore ’84, Pat Hunkler ’89, Wes Smith ’90, Emily Uhl ’02, Tom Uhl ’02 and Jake Biles ’06.

The Charleston Chapter meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 12 Noon in Mount Pleasant. No reservation required.

Low Country Chapter

Pres: Dave Igyarto '74 p: 770-419-0678; e: igyartodp@icloud.com Sec’y: Doug Ogden ’67 p: 843-838-0077; e: DouglassOgden@gmail.com Treas: John Scanlan '83 p: 843-342-2793; e: ping1@hargray.com

Palmetto Chapter

Pres: Jerry Pilewski ’97 e:palmettousna@usna.com Sec’y: Suzanne Hopper e: hoppermomx6@gmail.com Vice Pres: Mike Epprecht ’65 e: mike.epprecht65@gmail.com Treas: “Mac” Mclain ’69

South Carolina Midlands Chapter

Pres: Craig Augenstein ’87 4847 Furman Ave., Columbia, SC 29206 p: 803-309-3060; e: Craigaugenstein@gmail.com Sec’y: Chuck Tebrich ’66 e: chuckteb@gmail.com Website: www.usnasc.org

South Dakota

Send Shipmate input to: Nathan CW Smith ’98 e: nathancwsmith@outlook.com BGO Area Coordinator: Sharon Holt ’00 p: 605-390-3430; e: holtsharonl@aol.com

Spain

BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Trubeville e: bgoarea501coordinator@gmail.com

Rota Chapter

Pres: Michael Carsley ’88 e: michael.carsley@eu.navy.mil Vice Pres: Ryan Eilerman ’15 Treas: Cassidy Masey ’06 e: cassidy.a.massey@gmail.com Sec’y: Dustin Cunningham ’06 After a one-year hiatus due to COVID, the defending National Champion USNA Lightweight Crew team was in Oak Ridge the week of 12-18 March 2022 for their annual spring break training. The Knoxville-Oak Ridge (KOR) chapter hosted the firsties, coaches and Officer Rep for lunch on Wednesday, 16 March at Calhoun’s in Oak Ridge. Chapter president Kristen Daniel ’02 presented the 2022 Captain William J. Francy Award to MIDN 1/c Miles Knight ’22. The award is given to the midshipman selected by the coaches who exemplifies the drive, determination and perseverance to better himself and the USNA Lightweight Crew program. The K-OR chapter has sponsored this award since 2007. It is named in honor of the late Captain Bill Francy Class of 1946 who was an ardent supporter of Navy crew and himself an oarsman on the Severn. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 concerns, the crew team stayed in the Oak Ridge Hampton Inn this year rather than with host families; therefore, the BBQ picnic typically held on Thursday afternoon following the class race was cancelled. We understand that some of the 1/c and 2/c were able to meet with their hosts from 2019 and 2020. The firsties were the victors of the class race and are the recipients of the Cap’n Jack award named to honor the late Captain Jack Richard Class of 1952. Jack was instrumental in arranging the hosting of the lightweight crew team in the

Knoxville-Oak Ridge Chapter Alumni with the Navy Lightweight Crew Team firsties

late 1990s. Except for 2012 and 2021, this has been an annual event ever since and has become the “signature event” which helped the K-OR Chapter earn one of the USNA AA’s Distinguished Chapter Awards in 2020.

Chapter president Kristen Daniel ’02 presented the 2022 Captain William J. Francy Award to MIDN 1/c Miles Knight. Shown with Crew team Coach Shawn Bagnall.

Memphis Chapter

Pres: Henry W. Papa Jr. ’86 p: 907-244-7492; e: hankpapa@aol.com BGO Area Coordinator: Drew Wyrick e: wyrick03@gmail.com

Nashville Chapter

Pres: CDR John F. Ohlinger ’69, USN (Ret.) 880 Lakemont Dr., Nashville, TN 37220-2124 h: 615-370-1441; w: 615-594-7628 e: john.ohlinger@usna.1969.com BGO Area Coordinator: Thomas Forsythe ’79 e: tom_forsythe@kyzen.com

Texas

Alamo Chapter

Pres: CAPT Ron A. Sandoval ’81, USN 18010 Keystone Blf., San Antonio, TX 78258-3436 Please send Shipmate Submissions and all correspondences to: Sec’y: Dave Driskell ’63 P.O. Box 461564, San Antonio, TX 78246-1564 e: info@alamogoats.org Website: http://www.alamo.usnachapters.com Facebook: Alamo Chapter NAAA BGO Area Coordinator: Dave Driskell ’63 p: 210-275-4011; e: daved@frand.com

The Alamo Chapter has still not returned to normal activities somewhat due to the lingering COVID issues and some difficulties finding venues and speakers. However the Admissions process and Admissions Forums continue to operate apace. Dean Latta and Leigh McNeil conducted an Academy Forum at Edison H.S. 2 April. About 50 people attended including applicants and parents. We actually had two candidates drive down form Oklahoma and one candidate drove up from the Rio Grande Valley area. Presenters included Leigh McNeil, Dean Latta and BGO for Edison H.S. Roman Sanchez. We were also assisted by BGOs Elizabeth Dixon from Seguin and BGO Frank Lopez from McAllen.

BGOs Lopez and Dixon (seated) answer questions from a prospective applicant.

Admissions Regional Director Leigh McNeil addresses the Forum attendees at Edison H.S.

Dave Driskell ’63 Secretary, Alamo Chapter NAAA

Austin Chapter

Pres: Brad Holbrook ’06 p: 410-718-8839; e: bradley.holbrook@gmail.com Treas: Kevin Windbigler ’86 p: 512-923-5010; e: hans2886@austin.rr.com Shipmate Contact: CDR Don McAlister ’63, USNR (Ret.) p: 512-365-7068; e: don.mcalister@austin.rr.com Website: Austin.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Dave Driskell ’63 p: 210-275-4011; e: daved@frand.com

North Texas Chapter

Pres: Clif Colbert ’09 e: pres@usnaaa-ntx.com Sec’y: Frankie Delgado ’95 e: secy@usnaaa-ntx.com Website: www.usnaaa-ntx.com BGO Area Coordinator: Tom Eschenbrenner p: 972 740 4060 ; e: eschenbrenner@gmail.com

On Saint Patrick’s Day, the North Texas Chapter celebrated Women’s History Month by hearing from one of our own. CAPT Kate Ball ’02, USNR, who serves as VP of Talent and Leadership Development at Highland Homes, honored us as our luncheon speaker for March. She provided her insights as a senior leader in the Navy Reserve. Kate shared the Navy Reserve Fighting Instructions, which is the ongoing transformation of the Navy Reserves to better align with the warfighting capabilities needed by the U.S. Navy. With the shift from the Global War on Terror and a return to focusing on near- peer threats, Kate’s words resounded with many of the Cold War veterans in attendance.

President, Clif Colbert ’09 and luncheon speaker, CAPT Kate Ball ’02, USNR.

CAPT Kate Ball 02 address the luncheon

With the arrival of this issue of Shipmate, we also want to welcome the incoming Class of 2026! We are excited to be hosting a Welcome Aboard on 11 June at the Frontiers of Flight Museum. Alumni, parents of Mids and Midshipmen on leave are encouraged to join us in receiving the newest North Texas members of the Brigade and their parents, into the USNA family. Come by, grab a bite, share some sea stories and remind these new Mids who had the “last real Plebe Summer’’. Please check out the website for details and to sign up for this and other great upcoming events! We hope to see you there! Go Navy! Beat Army!

Texas Gulf Coast Chapter

Pres: Bill Pritchett ’01 Vice Pres: Jordan Mack ‘08 Sec’y: John Augusto ’02 e: m020234@2002.usna.com Treas: Rich Bulger ’69 e: rlbulger69@gmail.com Website: txgulfcoast.usnachapters.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USNAAATxGC/ Email: txgulfcoast.usnachapters@gmail.com BGO Area Coodinator: Rick Mawdsley e: ramawdsley@gmail.com

Our BGO Appreciation Luncheon in May was well-attended by a variety of familiar faces and first-time attendees. We were privileged to host our new Area Coordinator, Commander Don Link, USN (Ret.), and so many of our local Blue & Gold Officers. They were able to introduce themselves and provide updates on USNA admissions.

We were also lucky enough to have our very own Mike Yeager ’76 share some updates from his role as a Trustee to the USNA Athletic and Scholarship Program. He provided some details on current and upcoming events at USNA that interested us all.

We’re always excited to celebrate some of chapter members’ recent achievements. Here is some Chapter Member News: - Anthony Spinler ’91, PMP, PE, formerly VP of Managed Pressure Drilling for Weatherford, has joined the Norwegian company Enhanced Drilling as VP Americas responsible for their growing operations in the Gulf of Mexico, Brazil, and Canada. The company provides unique managed pressure drilling technology and services to the offshore oil and gas industry. - Ivor Kristiansen ’06, RICE, MBA ’15 promoted to Director, at Barclays Corporate & Investment Bank. - Austin Whitehead ’16 took a new position with Trident Construction Group in Atlanta as an Assistant Project Manager. - Stephen Plaisance ’81, PE is celebrating 30 years in engineering services, rotating & reciprocating equipment. He started with Bently Nevada in 1992, then GE Energy, GE Oil & Gas, and currently Baker Hughes. Stephen completed 30 years of commissioned service in the Navy, 11 years active and 19 years in the Navy Reserves, retiring in June 2011, as CAPTAIN, USN (Ret.). Stephen has also been volunteering as a USNA Blue and Gold Officer since 1996. - Chris Black ’07, PE, ARM, and President of the USNA Alumni Association, Texas Gulf Coast Foundation promoted to Vice President, Unit Manager – Risk Control Consulting at Lockton Companies, the world’s largest independent insurance brokerage firm. He recently celebrated 8 years with Lockton. - Bill Prom ’09 took a new position as the Development Director for NextOp, a nonprofit veteran service organization that supports mid-career enlisted (E3-E-7) with finding successful civilian careers. Additionally, his wife, Emily recently started as the Environmental, Health, and Safety Director for Molson Coors Beverage Company. The new position will bring them from The Woodlands, TX to Milwaukee, WI. - Allen Goins ’13 took a new position at PADT as an Account Manager. PADT is the Southwest’s leading provider of engineering services and products for simulation, product development, and 3-D printing. Allen is responsible for ANSYS software sales activities from lead generation through close in Texas. BZ to all!

Do you have other career changes, retirements, additions to the family, accomplishments, or anything else you want to share? Please let us know, because we’d love to celebrate all the great work our chapter members are doing in our community and around the world. Who knows, it may find its way into a future issue of Shipmate.

Remember, If you haven’t activated your myUSNA account yet, please do so soon. That is where we will be sharing the latest chapter news, event announcements, and more. All that is left of the old site is (very simple) instructions to activate myUSNA accounts. So please join us there. We don’t want you to miss out on any of our upcoming events. Go Navy! Beat Everybody!

UK Chapter: Alumni Cody Nissen ’11, ara Dale ’00, Chris Robinson ’98, Henry Aszklar ’81, and Chapter president Tim Fox ’97 made sure the visiting mids and their chaperones felt welcome. (Can you spot Tim’s son, Lev, a potential member of the Class of ’30?)

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United Kingdom

BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Turbeville ’01 e: bgoarea501coordinator@gmail.com

United Kingdom Chapter

Pres: Tim Fox ’97 e: timfox97@hotmail.com Vice Pres: Cody Nissen ’11 e: cnissen.mba2018@london.edu Sec’y: Lisa Aszklar (Wife, Henry ’81) e: lisa.aszklar@gmail.com Board of Directors: Tony Cox ’89 e: tony.cox@gboutdoorfires.co.uk Chris Robinson ’98 email: naples98@gmail.com

Greetings from London, home port of the UK Chapter of the USNA Alumni Association!

As this column is being written, five lucky mids are spending their spring break cycling around Scotland and memorizing soliloquies written by the Bard himself, William Shakespeare, on a long-delayed spring break LREC.

As much fun as that would seem to be, the real fun occurred when the UK Chapter held a “meet and greet” for the group at the newest location of Passyunk Avenue, Navy’s home away from home in London and purveyor of the best cheesesteak subs this side of the Atlantic.

Alumni from London and Cambridge gathered to welcome the mids, their English prof, and the associate chair of the English Department for an evening that included true British spirit(s). Professor Jill Fitzgerald noted

during the gathering that the trip had been planned, then regrettably postponed, from its original date of Spring 2020, thanks to the pandemic.

L to R: Professor Jill Fitzgerald, MIDN 1/C Quiarra Barros, MIDN 1/C Davis Kennedy, MIDN 3/C Chris Stephenson, MIDN 1/C Samantha Haywood, MIDN 3/C Cat Rappa and CAPT (select) Erin Meehan ’99, Associate Chair of the English Department.

(L to R) Chris Robinson ’98, Cody Nissen ’11 and Tara Dale ’00 in their best form!

Notwithstanding the fact that the group had just arrived in the UK and had a 5:45AM train out of King’s Cross the following morning, everyone was stoked and ready to tackle the Scottish Highlands.

It’s always great to have members of the Brigade visit us here in the UK, and we were particularly happy that these English majors had the chance to decompress and see a tiny bit of London before delving into their directed area of study.

Until next time … GO NAVY, BEAT ARMY!

Utah

Intermountain Alumni Chapter

Pres. Robert Allen ’67 e: ba@robertallen.org Vice Pres. Ryam Merrell ’00 e: ryanmerrell@yahoo.com Treas. Mike Hester ’69 e: mikehester46@gmail.com Sec'y Tabeetha Moesinger ’91 e: tabeetha@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: Darrin Briggs ’03 e: Darrin.Briggs@gmail.com

Virginia

Central Virginia Chapter at the Metcalf Lecture - Charlottesville Aviation Lunch Club

Central Virginia Chapter

Pre: Bill Murray ’83 e: whmurray34@gmail.com Vice Pres: Ty Schieber ’87 e: ty.schieber@gmail.com Sec’y: Ed Borger ’80 e: ed.borger@honeywell.com Treas: Steve Hill ’74 e: swhill74@cstone.net BGO Area Coordinator: Don Aldridge e: n774pk@gmail.com

Many thanks to Mark Metcalf ’76 for sharing his thoughts on the rising costs of China’s friendship with Russia, and his insights on the PRC, CCP and XiJP, vis-a-vis the ROC, at the Blue Ridge Cafe on 16 March, during the main event at the Charlottesville Aviation Lunch Club - after which, we could all agree that we better UNDERSTAND the Chinese position on its relationship with Taiwan, and we do not AGREE with it!

Opinions varied as to what extent the US and other nations in the region and around the world are willing to go to express their disagreement should the issue be forced - though it seems likely that the Ukrainian/EU/NATO response to Russia’s invasion has given the Chinese some disincentive to do that...

Navy and Marine participants are shown in the attached photo, L to R: Steve Trotta ’80, Bill Murray ’83, Mark Metcalf ’76, CB Morgan ’83, Walt Megonigal ’65, Dale Crothers ’82, Steve Brashear ’78, Alan Swinger ’66, George Jurand ’69, Scott Seeburger ’87, John Seeberger ’58, Alex Rucker ’65.

An excellent display of Service Solidarity!

GO NAVY!

Bill Murray ’83

Hampton Roads Chapter

Pres: Renee Reedy ’81 e: reedy81@usnahamptonroads.com h: 757-312-8969; w: 757-328-0030 Website: www.usnahamptonroads.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USNAHamptonRoads BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR David Lannetti ’81, USN (Ret.) p: 757-423-8602; e: dlannetti81@gmail.com

In March and April, the Hampton Roads Chapter was excited to support several groups of visiting Midshipmen. On 13 March Men’s Tennis took on Old Dominion University and gave the Monarchs all they could handle before falling, 5-4. While Sunday morning at 1100 is not the ideal time to watch a tennis match, several of local alumni were on hand to cheer on the Mids. The Navy Women had their shot at nationally ranked ODU on 10 April, and the men came back again on 16 April to match up against Norfolk State.

L to R: Rob Martin ’10 w/son Christian, Uncle Joe Martin w/ nephew Joe, Michael Martin (Hrenko) ’09, Renee Reedy ’81, and Army-biting dog Ace at Navy-ODU Men’s Tennis Match

On 19 March the Men’s and Women’s Glee Clubs performed magnificently at Norfolk’s

Christ & St. Luke’s Episcopal Church; and the evening ended with a spirited flourish as several dozen alumni joined the choir in singing Navy Blue & Gold!

L to R: Ken Marks ’71, Mid-Atlantic Trustee Juliana Vida ’94, MIDN Carolyn Prickett ’22, and Hampton Roads Chapter President Renee Reedy ’81 at USNA Men’s and Women’s Glee Club Performance.

Also on 19 March, several Chapter members enjoyed a luncheon with members of the Virginia Peninsula Chapter at the James River Country Club, where former Huntington Ingalls Industries President and CEO Mike Petters ’82 provided unique insights on the shipbuilding industry.

Professional hockey was on the activity menu on 2 April as Steve Nimitz ’76 helped coordinate a group outing to a Norfolk Admirals game at the Norfolk Scope Arena. And on 21 April, Events Chair Al Ponessa ’68 and President Renee Reedy ’81 organized a Happy Hour at a new venue for us, APEX Entertainment in Virginia Beach’s Town Center.

Our long-standing Networking Breakfast continued to feature interesting speakers. In March Michael Desplaines, the President and CEO of the Norfolk Botanical Gardens, talked to us about happenings at the Gardens this year, as well as some exciting future building and expansion projects. In April Captain Ian Scaliatine ’00 USN , Commanding Officer Maritime Skills Training Center, Atlantic discussed how his command carries out its mission to provide the skills and training required to correct and improve upon deficiencies cited in the recent Surface Force Comprehensive Review.

Under the guidance of Rob Hanckel ’78, the Business Development Group, an offshoot of the Networking Breakfast, stayed active with combined in person and virtual monthly meetings.

Things in Hampton Roads will not slow down this summer! Plans are underway for our sunrise Run to Honor event at the Virginia Beach oceanfront on 30 May, an evening of Minor League baseball at Norfolk’s Harbor Park in late June or early July, the annual Plebe Recognition Dinner on June 2nd at the Norfolk Sheraton Waterside, the Spring Golf Outing at the Sewells Point Golf Course on 16 June, and our annual

Quantico Area Chapter March Breakfast Speaker Series Meeting.

Summer Barbeque Bash/Picnic on 25 June.

To get all the latest news on future Chapter initiatives and events, as well as USNA news and updates, be sure to check out our website under the Hampton Roads group at myUSNA. com. And don’t forget our LinkedIn and Facebook pages!

Dick Enderly ’71

Quantico Area Chapter

Pres: John Keenan ’81 theskinans@gmail.com Vice-President: Dan Morio ’91 dan@gonavytravel.com Treas: Ron Diefenbach ’00 QACUSNAAAtreasurer@yahoo.com Sec'y: Nancy Springer ’87 nancy.a.springer.nancy@aol.com BGO Area Coordinator: Jim Ripley ’74 e: james.m.ripley@gmail.com Website: http://quantico.usnachapters.net

Enjoying the new breakfast location at The Hampton Inn, fourteen Chapter Members attended the March edition of Quantico Area Chapter’s monthly breakfast speaker series. This month, the Chapter hosted its own LtCol George Williams ’87, USMC (Ret), the Branch Head, Modular Weapon Systems Development and Integration (H21), Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Dahlgren Division (NSCDD), Dahlgren, VA. He presented a very informative brief about the various Naval Systems Commands, Dahlgren and surrounding commands in the area, and NSWC’s accomplishments and future plans. Significantly, LtCol Williams mentioned that NSWC is in the “threat business,” staying ahead of various adversaries, focused on warfighter needs. His talk also included information pertinent to job seekers, from military retirees who want a second career to middle managers to prospective interns. It seems like there are opportunities for everyone at Dahlgren!

March Guest Speaker LtCol George Williams ‘87, USMC (Ret.)

In keeping with the job seeking theme, the Chapter posts website advertisements for the Joint Service Academy Business Mixer DC, a monthly networking group that meets in the Washington, DC area and caters to all Academy graduates. Organized by Jess Posey ’83, these meetings provide an outstanding venue to connect with potential employers, employees, fellow Alumni Association members, and a host of others. Consult the Chapter webpage for mixer locations and other details.

By the time this edition goes to press, the Chapter will have conducted its 5th Annual Run To Honor Remembrance Run, dedicated to Captain Michael Ohler ’77, USMC, killed in action in Beirut on October 16, 1983. This year we will host a hybrid event, returning to the grounds of the National Museum of the Marine Corps for the first time in two years. Event proceeds will fund scholarships to USNA Summer Programs for deserving high school students. QAC invites all area and visiting alumni to join our events. More information is located on the Chapter web page and Facebook page. Go Navy!

Richmond Chapter

Pres: Michael Metzger ’89 e: michael.metzger@1989.usna.com Sec’y: Matt Laser ’97 e: lasermatthew@gmail.com Website: http://richmond.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR David Lannetti ’81, USN (Ret.) p: 757-423-8602; e: dlannetti81@gmail.com

Puget Sound Chapter: Andrea Howard ’15 Lindsey Ellison ’22 Faith Brooks ’23 on 2022/03/04

Shenandoah Valley Chapter

Pres: David McLellan ’73 p: 540-722-2060; e: dcmclmd@earthlink.net Sec’y: LCDR Grayson Redford ’63, USN (Ret.) p: 540-662-6142 BGO Area Coordinator: Jim Ripley ’74 e: james.m.ripley@gmail.com

Virginia Peninsula Chapter

(formerly the Williamsburg Chapter) Pres: Ben Francisco ’73 p: 757-784-0786; e: roger.benton.francisco@gmail.com Vice Pres: Kathleen Jabs ’88 e: kjabs@aol.com BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR David Lannetti ’81, USN (Ret.) p: 757-423-8602; e: dlannetti81@gmail.com Website: vapeninsula.usnachapters.net

Washington

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Michelle Vrbas e: mjvrbas@gmail.com

Hanford/Tri-Cities Chapter

Pres: CAPT Edward Schwier ’69, USN (Ret.) 1196 Brentwood Ave., Richland, WA 99352-8540 h: 509-627-7288; w: 509-372-0176 e: Edward_G_Ed_Schwier@rl.gov; eschwier@charter.net; egschwier@aol.com Website: http://hanford.usnachapters.com

CHAPTER SECRETARY COLUMN DEADLINES

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ISSUE: DUE DATE: May ’22 Feb 24, 2022 June ’22 Mar 31, 2022 July-Aug ’22 Jun 1, 2022 September ’22 Jun 30, 2022 October ’22 Jul 28, 2022 Nov-Dec ’22 Sep 29, 2022

Puget Sound Chapter

Pres: Linda Postenrieder ’82 e: usnaaa.psc@gmail.com Corr Sec’y: George Windsor ’75 e: gbwindsor@icloud.com Website: http://pugetsound.usnachapters.net

On 4 March 2022 our Speaker Series continued with: USNA Women’s History and Future. The speakers included Lt Andrea Howard ’15 (one of the first 100 women to serve on US submarines - and former PSC Trustee), MIDN 1/C Lindsey Ellison ’22 (current Brigade Commander) and MIDN 2/C Faith Brooks ’23 (Asst Squad Leader/Sexual Harassment and Prevention Education (SHAPE) Peer educator). Key topics included: — Discussion of Role Models/Mentors, where they can be found and how they can help. — How International experience can shape a career. — Women in Combat — Sexual Harassment and Assault Prevention

2022 NAVY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

Follow Navy Football at: navysports.com 3 SEPT 10 SEPT 24 SEPT 1 OCT 8 OCT 14 OCT 22 OCT 29 OCT 5 NOV 12 NOV 19 NOV 3 DEC 10 DEC vs Univ. of Delaware vs Memphis @ East Carolina (Greenville, NC) @ Air Force (USAF Academy ,CO) vs Tulsa @ SMU (Dallas, TX) vs Houston vs Temple @ Cincinnati (Cincinnati, OH) — Notre Dame (Baltimore, MD) @ UCF (Orlando, FL) — AAC Championship TBA vs Army (Philadelphia, PA) 1-800-US4-NAVY

Andrea Howard ’15

Our upcoming 2022 events include continuation of our Speaker Series and we have fixed the date of 20 August for the Annual Picnic. Please check out the website for upcoming events if you would like to get involved.

Washington, DC Area

Greater Washington Chapter

Pres: Luis Martinez ’01 e: president@usnagwc.org Vice Pres: Anthony Calandra ’88 e: vicepresident@usnagwc.org Sec’y: Crysta Gonzalez ’18 e: secretary@usnagwc.org Treas: Jennifer Shaar ’92 e: treasurer@usnagwc.org Outreach and Engagement: Heidi Lenzini ’95 e: outreach@usnagwc.org Diversity and Inclusion: Alberto Ramos ’10 e: diversity@usnagwc.org Trustee: Fred Latrash ’87 e: trustee@usnagwc.org Website: www.usnagwc.org BGO Area Coordinator: Pat Seals e: pseals@ymail.com

Wisconsin

BGO Area Coordinator: James Coulson e: navyair@sbcglobal.net

Wisconsin Chapter

Pres: Timothy Mahoney ’10 e: mahoney@2010.usna.com At Large: Chris Adams ’75 p: 414-553-0982 Website: http://wisconsin.usnachapters.net/ WISNAPA Co Presidents: Andy and Laura Kittleson e: kittleson5@yahoo.com Website: http://wisconsin.usnaparents.net/ BGO Coordinator: CAPT James Coulson ’77, USN (Ret.) e: Navyair@sbcglobal.net