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Fellow Navy Ruggers both past and present, greetings.
What an amazing year it has been. Varsity status and National Championships for both the Men’s and Women’s teams. The Men’s historical undefeated (18-0) season with two wins over Cal and three wins over Army was epic. The reason for the massive success of both teams: YOU! Your financial and non-financial contributions enabled a coaching staff that is second to none coupled with a fully supportive athletic department that led to this outcome. Thank you!
That said, we are just beginning. This fall, a new season will start, with new recruits and new goals. Team goals: win another championship. NRAA goals: start and maintain a dynasty that will match or exceed Cal’s storied history for both the Men’s and Women’s programs.
How does the NRAA meet these goals? The team is developing a multi-year strategic plan that we will roll out at the Fall banquet. Our focus will be on fundraising - the lifeblood of any successful program. We cannot rest on the success of this season, we need to take it to the next level. We will need your support.
I also want to shout out a congratulations to Coach Mike Flanagan for his selection to USA Rugby Hall of Fame. A fitting honor for a man well loved by this group.
I hope to see a huge turnout for the banquet to further demonstrate that support, to honor the teams, to honor the fallen, to honor our new HOF inductees and to celebrate the deep camaraderie only found in this special sport at this special institution - the United States Naval Academy.
With You.
Adm Joe Rixey '83
NRAA Board
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