Department of Physical Education and Athletics

The department offers a vigorous program of physical education that is an integral part of Academy training. Proper physical conditioning positively affects the personal growth and development of midshipmen. Teamwork, self-confidence and initiative are emphasized. The skills learned in classes, intramurals and intercollegiate athletics improve physical fitness and can be enjoyed after graduation in recreational and competitive endeavors.

The department is responsible for ensuring that each midshipman acquires the skills involved in swimming, lifesaving, self-defense and first aid. Additional physical education experiences are offered through the Physical Education Activities courses. All midshipmen annually take an Academy physical fitness test patterned after the U.S. Navy's Physical Readiness Test.

The department additionally provides necessary instruction in ship's medicine. Plebes learn the basics of emergency health care, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). An advanced ship's medicine course is offered in second class year, focusing on medical treatments which have proven effective at sea where comprehensive medical care may be not available.

The athletic program offers 27 varsity team and intramural sports. These teams have been successful at levels ranging from NCAA Division III National Champions to Conference Champions.

The varsity teams are:

Fall
Football, Soccer, Men's and Women's Cross Country, Women's Volleyball, Water Polo, Golf, Men's and Women's Sailing and Crew

Winter
Men's and Women's Basketball, Wrestling, Men's and Women's Swimming/Diving, Men's and Women's Rifle and Pistol, Men's Volleyball, Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field.

Spring
Baseball, Lacrosse, Men's and Women's Outdoor Track and Field, Men's Tennis, Softball, Men's and Women's Sailing and Crew.

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