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politics6 days ago•2 min saved

Hegseth Showcases Basketball Skills at Air Force Academy Before Coin Toss

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth visited the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs to speak to cadets and attend the football game against the Navy Midshipmen. During his visit, he demonstrated his basketball skills by making nine out of ten three-point shots at Clune Arena. Hegseth also participated in the pre-game coin toss. The Air Force Falcons won the match 14-9, improving their season record to 3-1, while the Navy Midshipmen fell to 1-3.

via Fox News|

#air-force-academy #colorado-springs #military-policy

sports5 months ago•6 min saved

Steelers land Navy RB Eli Heidenreich as Pittsburgh crowds erupt

In the 7th round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Steelers drafted Navy running back Eli Heidenreich with the 230th overall pick, drawing a roaring hometown crowd. Heidenreich, a Naval Academy midshipman set to graduate in May, wore Full Dress Blue and saluted before taking photos with a Steelers cap. He had planned a five-year Marine Corps commitment but will be allowed to pursue an NFL career first, deferring service afterward, highlighting the unique link between military service and football in Pittsburgh.

via Fox News|

#eli-heidenreich #military-service-commitment #navy-midshipmen

sports7 months ago•3 min saved

BU's buzzer-beater shocks Navy after clock controversy

Boston University defeated Navy 73-72 on Chance Gladden's 40-foot buzzer-beater, but the finish was clouded by a late clock-start error that officials corrected by adding 0.6 seconds, sending BU to the Patriot League final against Lehigh.

via New York Post|

#buzzer-beater #clock-controversy #college-basketball