By Chianti Marks
AFRO Intern
The 126th Army-Navy Game, which will pay tribute to the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary, is scheduled for Dec. 13 at M and T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m., and the game will be broadcast live on CBS. The game can also be watched on Paramount + Premium, CBSSports.com, CBS Sports App.
First played on Nov. 29, 1890, the Army-Navy Game is one of the longest-running rivalries in college football and an occasional matchup that combines athletics, military tradition and national pride. Every year, the competition acts as a symbolic gathering place for aspiring military leaders who will shortly move from the football field to active duty.
On Nov. 18, Navy Athletics and Under Armour unveiled this year’s uniforms. The design aims to tell a story that combines the history of the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Naval Academy and the Navy’s original six frigates (warships).
Each part of the uniform, from the helmet to the pants illustrates a distinct chapter of naval history. The chosen colors and design elements were intentionally incorporated to represent legacy, tradition and pride.
The colors “Washed Navy,” “Stone,” “Nautical Navy,” “Heritage Red,” and “Copper” all allude to the six original frigates, early sails, the hull color of the renowned USS Constitution (also known as “Old Ironsides”), cannon-carriage red, and the copper cladding used on ship hulls.Beyond color, the uniform embeds symbolism throughout: six ropes representing the original frigates, 250 knots to salute the Navy’s quarter-millennium of service, and typography inspired by the 1794 “Act to Provide Naval Armament,” which first authorized the Navy’s construction.
Since 1890, the Army-Navy Game has remained one of the most legendary rivalries in college football. The historic game will bring the tradition back to Charm City, after nearly a decade. Baltimore last hosted “America’s Game” in 2016.
This year’s game in Baltimore will be the seventh time the city plays host. Navy will serve as the designated home team. In 2024, Navy won with a final score of 31-13.
For the weekend’s events, which include pregame ceremonies, community service projects, and pep rallies, local businesses and city officials anticipate thousands of visitors.
Tickets for the game are currently sold out, but season ticket members or 2025 Army A Club are eligible to submit a request for potential future availability.