Does the Naval Academy recruit for sports?

Considering applying to the Naval Academy and wondering about athletics. How active is their recruiting process for high school athletes? Are there specific sports they focus on more than others?

Yes, the United States Naval Academy does actively recruit for athletics and has a broad range of varsity sports the academy competes in. Naval Academy teams participate in NCAA Division I sports, and they actively recruit in high schools across the United States.

Recruiting at the Naval Academy, like at other colleges, involves reaching out to high school students who excel in their chosen sport and also meet the Naval Academy's academic and character standards. Some of the sports they recruit for include football, basketball, soccer, cross country, tennis, golf, swimming & diving, among others. They don't particularly focus on one sport over others but try to build robust teams across all sports.

Keep in mind that the Naval Academy is looking for well-rounded student-athletes. In addition to athletic skills, commitment to education, leadership, moral character, and interest in military service play crucial roles in the decision-making process.

Finally, it's worth noting that attending the Naval Academy comes with a commitment to serve in the Navy or Marine Corps after graduation, so that's a factor to consider if you're looking into recruitment for athletics.

If you are a high school athlete particularly interested in attending a Service Academy like the Naval Academy, and you believe you have the skills to compete at the Division I level, it would be a good idea to share your athletic profile with the coaching staff of your respective sport. You can find contact information for the teams on the official Naval Academy athletics website.