Oct 16 Daily Shipmate

Thursday, Oct 16, 2025

1941 - U.S. Navy warships participated in the defense of convoy SC-48 during a mass U-boat attack, marking the first time an American-escorted convoy engaged German U-boats on the high seas. On this day, the destroyer Livermore (DD-429) depth charged U-553, while the destroyer Kearny (DD-432) dropped depth charges astern of the convoy in an effort to discourage attacks. The following day, U-568 put a torpedo into Kearny's starboard side, killing 11 of its crew and wounding 22 others. The destroyer regained power in about ten minutes and reached Iceland under its own steam. (16–17 October)

 

1942 - The submarine Thresher (SS-200) planted mines in the approaches to the harbor at Bangkok, Thailand, the first such operation performed by a U.S. Navy submarine during World War II.

 

1953 - While the aircraft carrier Leyte (CVS-32) underwent an overhaul in the Boston Navy Yard, Massachusetts, an explosion and fire in the vicinity of the portside catapult control room killed 32 crewmembers and five civilian yard workers.

 

1991 - CAPT Daniel Adams '84, USMC was lost when the UH-1 Huey helicopter he was aboard crashed near the Salton Sea, California. A native of New Jersey, Daniel attended the Naval Academy Preparatory School. He was survived by his wife, daughter, parents, brother and three sisters.

ACADEMY & GRADUATE HAPPENINGS

On the latest Anchors Aweigh podcast covering all things Navy Athletics, we put the spotlight on Navy sprint football, which is off to a 3-0 start and beating opponents in a big way. We talk to Major Carter Reading, the head coach, and sophomore wide receiver Jake Berger. Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report and color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network, joins us to break down the thrilling victory over Temple.

The Podcast Fleet is your go-to hub for Naval Academy conversations — featuring alumni stories, Navy sports, parent insights, Academy life and more. Five distinct shows, one powerful network connecting and celebrating the USNA community. 

GOVERNMENT & MILITARY NEWS

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is warning that a key move by the Trump administration in the government shutdown impasse is only a temporary Band-Aid — and that lawmakers could soon be forced to reckon with the political quagmire. Johnson held a press conference on the ongoing shutdown on Wednesday, when military service members were poised to miss paychecks if no deal was reached. And while the funding fight shows no signs of ending, the White House granted active duty U.S. troops temporary relief by rerouting some existing Pentagon funds — aimed originally at research and development — to ensure they don't miss Wednesday's payday.

The United States together with the United Kingdom and Japan is strengthening submarine production to counter rising Russian and Chinese undersea military activity. Russia is expanding its submarine operations globally including in the Arctic and Atlantic. China now fields the world's largest navy including a substantial submarine fleet challenging U.S. naval dominance. Upgrades include new U.S. Virginia-class subs plus Japan's Taigei-class and Britain's Astute-class under development.

The Pentagon plans to use roughly $8 billion in unobligated research and development funds to keep troops paid during a government shutdown, despite unclear legal authority. Whether this reallocation violates the Anti-Deficiency Act, which prohibits spending without appropriations, remains to be decided. During past shutdowns, explicit congressional action was required to pay the military. Experts argue this move could test the limits of executive spending powers and set a risky precedent.

LOCAL, EDUCATION & OTHER ACADEMY NEWS

We are currently hiring for multiple positions here at the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation. 

Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, the Wreaths Across America mission to remember, honor and teach is carried out through wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 3,400 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. On Dec 12 at 9 a.m. ET, Wreaths Across America will be at the United States Naval Academy Cemetery to remember and honor those veterans buried in the cemetery through the laying of remembrance wreaths on their graves and through the act of saying the name of each veteran aloud. Please visit the Wreaths Across America website to learn how you can get involved.

NAVAL ACADEMY ATHLETICS NEWS & RESULTS

Women's Soccer at American - W 3-0

Offshore Sailing at Arturo Prat Regatta Off Valparaiso - Valparaiso, Chile - All Day

Women's Tennis at ITA Atlantic Regional - Blacksburg, Va. - 9 a.m.

Navy-Army Star Series. Army leads 2-1

Army - Volleyball, Men's Soccer

Navy - Men's Golf

(**Note - The tie between Army and Navy in Women's Soccer means neither team receives the star)

18 Oct - W. Cross Country - West Point - 10:15 a.m.

18 Oct - M. Cross Country - West Point - 11:15 a.m.

25 Oct - W. Rugby - West Point - 12:00 p.m.

15 Nov - M. Rugby - West Point - 5:00 p.m.

15 Nov - Sprint Football - West Point - 1:00 p.m.

6 Dec - M. Swim & Dive - Annapolis - 12:00 p.m.

6 Dec - W. Swim & Dive - Annapolis - 12:00 p.m.

13 Dec - Football - Baltimore, Md. - 3:00 p.m.

7 Feb - Rifle - West Point - 9:00 a.m.

7 Feb - M. Indoor Track & Field - Annapolis - TBA

7 Feb - W. Indoor Track & Field - Annapolis - TBA

20 Feb - Wrestling - Annapolis - 7:30pm - Alumni Hall

21 Feb - W. Basketball - West Point - TBA

21 Feb - M. Basketball - West Point - TBA

11 Apr - M. Outdoor Track & Field - West Point - TBA

11 Apr - W. Outdoor Track & Field - West Point - TBA

TBA - Baseball - Annapolis

TBA - Gymnastics - Annapolis

TBA - M. Lacrosse - West Point

TBA - W. Lacrosse - Annapolis

TBA - M. Tennis - Annapolis

TBA - W. Tennis - Annapolis

USNA AND AA&F EVENTS

OCTOBER

18 Oct - Greater Southern Maryland Chapter Bourbon Night - Tobacco Barn Distillery - 4:30-6:30 p.m. - 24460 Hollywood Road, Hollywood, MD

23-26 Oct - Class of 2005 20th Reunion

23-26 Oct - Class of 1975 50th Reunion

23-26 Oct - Class of 1965 60th Reunion

24 Oct - Anchors Aweigh Open - Alumni Golf Tournament - Naval Academy Golf Course

25 Oct - Navy Football vs Florida Atlantic, NMCMS, Annapolis, MD

25 Oct - United States Naval Academy Homecoming

25 Oct - Welcome Home Event, Fluegel Alumni Center

25-31 Oct - Eugene, Oregon Navy Week

26 Oct - USMC Marathon w/Run to Honor SIG participating and presenting the Penguin Award to final finisher

30 Oct - Austin Chapter roadshow - 5:30 p.m. - Fast Friends Beer Co, Austin

31 Oct - North Texas Chapter + NAPC of North Texas Roadshow - 4:30 p.m. - Bitter Sisters Brewing Co, Addison

 

NOVEMBER

1 Nov - Navy @ North Texas, DATCU Stadium, Denton TX

5-6 Nov - US Naval Academy Foundation Fall Board of Directors Reception/Meeting

6-9 Nov - Class of 1980 45th Reunion

7 Nov - Veteran's Classic - Navy v Yale - 8:30 p.m.

8 Nov - Navy @ Notre Dame, Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend, IN - 7:30 p.m.

10 Nov - Marine Corps Birthday

10-16  Nov - Santa Fe, New Mexico Navy Week.

12 Nov - GSMC Social & Business Mtg. Brudergarten - 5-6 p.m - 22725 Duke St, Leonardtown, MD 20650 - Online event: Meet - toh-nvgs-yvn

14 Nov - Run to Honor's annual pre-Honor Our Fallen Heroes Gathering (FAC) - 6:30 p.m. - Register

14 Nov - US Naval Academy Athletic & Scholarship Program Fall Meeting, NMCMS

15 Nov - Navy vs University of South Florida, NMCMS

15 Nov - Honor Our Fallen Heroes ceremony, USNA Chapel - 9 a.m.

15 Nov - Honor Our Fallen Heroes tailgate luncheon, NMCMS - 10 a.m.

17 Nov - Council of Class Presidents Fall meeting, Fluegel

18-19 Nov - US Naval Academy Alumni Association Board of Trustee Fall Meeting, Fluegel

19-20 Nov - SACC Chicago

27 Nov - Navy Football @ University of Memphis, Liberty Bowl, Memphis, TN

 

DECEMBER

5/6 Dec - American Conference Football Championship Game, TBD

6 Dec - Distinguished Graduate Selection Committee Meeting, Fluegel, TBD

10 Dec - Greater Southern Maryland Chapter Social & Business Mtg. - 5-6 p.m. - Brudergarten, 22725 Duke St, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Online event: https://meet.google.com/toh-nvgs-yvn

12 Dec - Greater Southern Maryland Chapter - 8:30-10 a.m. - Taphouse, 1637 23418 Three Notch Rd, California, MD 20619, USA

13 Dec - Army-Navy, M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD