Watching Football during AC Year

USNA1985
Thu, 22 Jun 2006 08:34:24 +0000

I must admit that, as a football addict, I REALLY missed watching games. In my day, no TV for plebes (other than at sponsors’ house) for the whole year. Youngster year, we could watch in the wardroom on WEs only – but there was one TV for about 100 people, so compromise was key.

On the plus side, you “get” to attend all Navy home games. :)

BTW, the reason they don’t let plebes watch TV is two-fold. One, privileges are earned. Over time. Two, as Zaphod said, plebes need to study on the WEs. They really do. Not all WE, every WE, but some every WE.

One suggestion – have your parents or friends tape the games and you can watch them on leave. I KNOW it’s not the same as watching them live, but if there is a really great game or play or whatever, at least you’ll have the chance to see it at some point. Ditto with your favorite TV shows (if any).