VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – The Navy Midshipmen will be wearing special new uniforms for the highly anticipated annual matchup against the Army West Point Black Knights.
The Navy partnered with Under Armour to create special edition jerseys that pay homage to the “Jolly Rogers” squadron (VFA-103), which is based out of Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach.
The 125th Army-Navy Game is Dec. 14, 2024 at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. Kickoff is at 3 p.m.
According to a news release from the Navy, “The Jolly Rogers were established in 1943 and are the most lethal and history-rich squadron in all of Naval Aviation and continue to exemplify the traditions and excellence of professionalism of the United States Navy. Their tagline is Fear the Bones and their callsign is Victory.”
It goes on to say that the Skull and Crossbones have become “the most recognized and feared insignia in the world.”
Fast forward to recent history, the Jolly Rogers left Norfolk on deployment in August 2022 and returned in April 2023. And earlier this year, in April, the crew of VFA-103 deployed to the Southern Seas. They were gone until July 2024, working with partner nations in SOUTHCOM.
This is the second time the Navy football team has honored the Jolly Rogers with a nod on their uniforms, but it has been decades. In 1962, the Midshipmen wore a Jolly Rogers-inspired helmet design.
Social Media: Use the hashtags #JollyRogers and #BeatArmy to show your support and for a chance to be featured on Navy Athletics’ social media channels!
Navy Football fans can buy an official Jolly Rogers team issued football, at this link. “Fear the Bones” apparel is also available for purchase at the Navy Sports Shop.