2023 Navy Uniforms for Army-Navy Game
In a powerful tribute to the U.S. Submarine Force, Navy Athletics and have unveiled the highly anticipated 2023 Army-Navy Game uniform. Set to be showcased at the 124th playing of the iconic Army-Navy Game at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts on December 9th, this special uniform pays homage to the Silent Service, honoring submariners, their families, and supporting personnel.
The entire uniform is immersed in Eclipse Navy, Under Armour's darkest shade of navy blue, mirroring the covert design of a submarine hull. Purposefully crafted to embody the nickname "Silent Service," the design is simple and utilitarian, capturing the stealth essence of a submarine's structure.
Contrasting white font elements mimic the classification numbers found on a submarine hull. These design elements strategically highlight on-field legibility, including player numbers, player names, the NAVY wordmark, the USMC globe, and the Under Armour logo. The numbers on the pants are stacked vertically, simulating the depth numbers on a submarine hull.
The sleeve patch features the Naval Academy Athletics anchor intertwined with the Submarine Warfare insignia, commonly known as "dolphins" or "fish." This historically inspired rendering showcases dolphins flanking a submarine and honors the distinguished badge created in 1923 by Captain Ernest J. King. The Submarine Warfare insignia has become a symbol of pride for the silent service, distinguishing and identifying members of the submarine community.
The back neck of the uniform proudly displays the slogan "Silent Service" alongside the silhouette of a U.S. submarine on a sonar screen dotted with stars, symbolizing potential targets.
Each helmet is meticulously hand-painted, featuring a Virginia Class Submarine on the right side and Navy's customary anchor on the left. The submariner pin is seamlessly integrated, with color-changing pragmatic paint. The front flex panel depicts a color-changing radar, reminiscent of the technology used by submarines to locate their targets. The front decal proudly displays "Navy," while the back decal pays homage to the Silent Service.
This year, 158 midshipmen earned the esteemed service assignment to submarines or nuclear submarines, adding a poignant layer of significance to the uniform's unveiling.
As the 2023 Army-Navy Game approaches, the stage is set for an extraordinary display of respect and admiration for the Silent Service. The uniform stands not only as a visual masterpiece but also as a heartfelt salute to the dedication and service of submariners within the U.S. Navy.
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