Quick Note: I found out females no longer have to cut their hair above their chins anymore 🙌🏼. Anyways, what do you guys think of Day 1 at the Naval Academy?
Still brings up emotions watching that video for class of 2023 after being there watching my sibling that day. I'll be in the plebe's shoes next year with the class of 26. Go Navy!
I hope that you got in. What day is I-Day this summer? Ask your sibling for their Reef Points and memorize some of the stuff before you go. When I was a First-class, my plebe summer roommate had two of his younger brothers there as well. That roommate is ADM James F Caldwell, the Director of Naval Reactors. on May 27th he will complete 41 years of active duty. I will be down at the academy myself in August, for the ceremony where two of my classmates (VADM Ted "Slapshot" Carter and RADM Margaret "Peg" Deluca Klein) become Distinguished Graduates. Peg was the first woman to serve as Commandant and now is the Dean of Ethics and Leadership for the Naval War Colllege. Ted served for five years as Superintendent, and is now the President of Nebraska University.
This was awesome to see. I dated a Navy guy for two years who went to that academy. Eventually he switched to the Marine Corps. Annapolis is beautiful! My favorite city to go to when I lived in Northern Virginia.
Hey Sam! I want to thank you for all the great content. It has kept me inspired and excited for the academies! After applying to both, I decided I am going to be attending USAFA this next year in the class of 2025. Go Air Force, sink Navy!
I'm coming here more than a year after this was published. "Midshipman" is an actual rank in the Navy, dating back to long before we even thought of independence from Great Britain, and was used in the U.S. Navy to denote officer candidates before the Naval Academy was founded. There are a few changes from when I went through Induction Day in 1995, but it is generally the same - mainly, we did not conclude with a ceremonial march into the Rotunda through the Great Doors, we just went to our company spaces. What you didn't get to see was the "fun" that ensues after the Plebe Regiment returns to Bancroft Hall after the swearing-in. Part of that is that Plebes who are not standing watch as Company Mate of the Deck have to "chop," or double-time, down the center of every hallway (called "passageways") or the outer edge of every stairwell (called "ladders"), square each corner while sounding off with either "Go Navy, Sir" or "Beat Army, Sir," and slow to a walk to verbally greet every upperclassman (by name if they knew who they were). Chopping is required from Reveille until about 2000 hours, after which point they don't have to chop or sound off but are still required to use the center of the passageway and square their corners. Some of the ladders are reserved for certain classes - there are some which are reserved for Youngsters (Midshipmen Third Class) and higher, while others are reserved for Midshipmen Second Class and higher (I believe those are only in 3rd and 4th Wings). Any Plebe caught using any of those ladders was in for a massive scolding; I even caught a Youngster using the 3rd Wing Second Class ladder one day and embarrassed him into using the correct ladders. Fun fact: Bancroft Hall is the largest single dormitory building in the world. Another fun fact: The Great Doors of the Rotunda (which you saw closed at the end of the video) are off-limits to Midshipmen at all times except for ceremonial purposes, such as morning quarters and non-meal formations or morning and evening Colors. A lot of brand new Ensigns and 2nd Lieutenants will return to Bancroft Hall after Commissioning to get their pictures taken standing in the Great Doors. I've been back a few times, and as a matter of tradition and respect, I will not walk through the Great Doors since I ended up not graduating.
We had a group of Midshipmen come to stay with us when I was aboard Forrestal (CV-59). They were all destined to become Marine Corps officers upon graduation, and we being the Marine Detachment and the only Marines aboard Forrestal, it was a bit odd to hear them calling GySgt "Sir", as well as calling us the same even though we were enlisted. They didn't stay with us very long, I guess each class has a summer cruise they take.
Just watched this video because my son is in the application process for USNA. I am so hopeful and excited for him to be able to make this a reality. Man did this bring tears to my eyes… that day will be hard…and so special ❤
Thanks ❤️ my son just completed Plebe Summer 2022 for class of 2026 USNA. I had tears in my eyes on last couple of minutes. Such a privilege and honor for our service academy students or plebes or cadets.
I graduated HS is 1984. One of my classmates had no talent in almost anything but he was a very hard worker. His father was an NJ State Trooper and for many years, the Troop did not pay well. He knew his parents could not afford to send him to college. But one thing my friend did have was a burning desire to work his ass off. He studied late at night and then work up early to continue to study. He did not play sports but he earned varsity letters for Marching Band and being the manager for basketball. He won a scholarship to the Naval Academy. Moral of the story, work your ass off for good things to happen to you. This is a lesson I did not learn until my early 40's.
All I can say is that Plebe year at USNA today is a far cry from what it was for the Class of 1971! For starters, it was a full year of hazing and pressure. From videos I have seen on UA-cam, during the Plebe academic year, it is basically college with uniforms. While many would say it is for the better, with the recent rash of relieved commands, I wonder if it has gone too far the other way.
My dad taught at the naval academy when I was younger. Annapolis is such a beautiful area and I love going there every few years. The naval academy is right there. I was there last weekend and the class of 26 was there with their parents presumably after this summer.
I'm a retired Commander who went to Annapolis. Before I entered USNA, I took a tour of USAFA. Differences I rapidly recall: -Cadets run outside. We ran INSIDE. We were not allowed to run in uniform outside at all. -Cadet barracks are carpeted and you walked inside. We had PVC tiles and when the maintenance contractors wax it, running, or "chopping" as we call it, could be hazardous. -Navy NEVER required us to square our movements during what you call "chow" and what we Mids called "meal." -Our football team is better. But we don't get mad when USAFA beats USNA. Air Force Week is basically practice for A/N pranks and any pranks that go far enough to warrant demerits and restriction serve as lessons learned for A/N week. Most folks would rather lose Turkey Day than lose Christmas leave. All and all, similar experiences but as you point out, USNA has LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! down. The "Point" is in the middle of nowhere. "Springs" is in the middle of nowhere but the Rockies make everything spectacular in terms of scenery. I don't remember pregnancy tests... But I'm a dude. I'll ask my wife later (she's a USNA classmate). As for hair, wife is Black so she didn't get much of a haircut. As for your uniform commentary, they are called "Dixie Cups." Flip it and it becomes Gilligan's hat. Toward the end of my career, I taught leadership in Luce Hall. Very rewarding. Very fun to be on the other side of the podium. As for how many women enter Annapolis, when my wife and I entered in 1997, it was 15% women. Today, over 30%. Most of us incurred a 5-year committment. The Aviators add on two extra years of commitment. Lastly, any young person who wants to serve and has the smarts should ABSOLUTELY apply to a Service Academy. Whether (BEAT) Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force, or Merchant Marine, you will get a first-rate education AND have at least five years of guaranteed employment. It's rewarding, you go all over the world, and whether you serve out the commitment and transtion, or go Reserves, or do a full career like I did, you will be proud. P.S., the Class Ring is a great beer bottle opener. ;-)
Thanks for showing this. What they did not show is what happens after the Plebes enter Bancroft Hall, and the doors shut. That is less heartwarming. lol. But I'd do it again if i could. #GoNavy - Class of 1995. (There is a lot more to the Plebe Summer video on UA-cam as well).
Sam, as a new subscriber, it was a pleasure to watch this video you presented from your own Air Force Academy experiences as opposed to what the Navy folks go through. As a Navy veteran (NCO), I have 3 different friends who graduated from each of the military academies spanning from 1969 to 1974. These were all guys I knew in high school. This was several years prior to the admission of women (I believe that was in 1976). They all had military careers beyond their minimum 5-year post-graduation requirement. I currently have two nephews who are NCOs in the Air Force and they both love their careers. Both are E-5's, however, the younger one will be attending OCS at Maxwell AFB shortly. My Dad was an Army Air Force/Air Force veteran just after WWII. Refreshing to get a young officer's perspective. 👍
Plebes short for Plebians roman commoners . Your still a plebian civilian until you finish plebe summer when you become a midshipman. West Point also has Plebes. It shows how ingrained classical influences are on military training. Annapolis is a colonial seaport and also the State Capitol. The hair shaving or first tonsure is part of the leveling process of civilian privilege and that their bodies are now the governments. Monks in the catholic religious orders do a similar thing if they're traditionalists. Upon graduation that money accumulated is greedily sought by car dealers.
In the Royal New Zealand Navy, there are two courses for officers and rates. Also in the New Zealand Defence Force, they pay for your university degree if you want to get one but you have to give time back for however long your uni course is.
My daughter just went through I-Day at Annapolis and she didnt have to get her hair cut. Its up to each individual female Plebe. Also the busses drop off families with their plebes. :Plebes get in line and start the induction process while families tour the yard, attend briefings, picnics, and wait for the oath of office ceremony at the end of the day in T-Court.
@@billhiggins-ha4all795 little update… I’m sitting in a hotel in Colorado Springs at the moment, getting ready for USAFA I-day tomorrow… got a last minute phone call from my senator and switched service academies!
I got to visit for a Navy vs Air force game in '79 or '80 as a member of the pep band. It is such a beautiful place. I was in '81 and my girlfriend was in '83 and pep band. We also shared glee club and catholic choir. While we couldn't date her plebe year we were together far more than most couples. She is still serving in the reserves 38 years after graduation. We have one Admiral still serving after 40, ADM Frank Caldwell. He is the Director of Naval Reactors.
Navy I-day is split between June 29th and 30th. Bond with your classmates. They are family for life. When possible, create a Facebook Group for the class.
Great video Sam! Can you do one of the US Merchant Marine Academy? I’m going there in a couple weeks to begin my journey with the class of 2025. It would be great to hear what you think and how it compares to the bigger academies.
I've been to Anapolis & wondered what all the ice cream uniforms around town were for - lol. I knew a few Anapolis grades through the years including a Physics Prof for a few years before he went back to the Marine infantry. There was a USAF Col I worked for that was a West Point grad. Before getting to Marine boot camp I did much running & I had very short hair so wasn't too bad. Then interservice transfer & USAF OTS back in 1980.
When I saw the title I was a bit curious, more skeptical, hoping it wasnt a bashing on the Navy. Well done. Finishing up 30 years in the Navy I get what you are feeling. Thank you for your service and GO NAVY! BEAT ARMY! (and Air Force).
You should do a video of the two lesser know service academies, Coast Guard Academy and the Merchant Marine Academy. Everyone knows of Annapolis, West Point and USAFA.
Fun fact I know many people who went to the service academies because it was their only offer to play athletics at the next level and then transferred out after getting an offer somewhere else so your 5 years isn't mandatory of your transfer before graduation but that was for athletic reasons so I don't know
It's completely free as long as you don't flunk the course. If you do you end up as enlisted or you end up paying back the tuition. They are VERY picky about whom they admit into the course to eliminate drop outs
Hey Sam, awesome video! I will be joining the Air Force soon and it's a little personal to ask but that nice place of yours, is a good portion of it paid through BAH? Would love to one day have such a kickass place while in the AF and was curious how you got yours. thanks a bunch!
I really appreciate the video! As a member of USNA ‘24, my experience with this was quite different (our I-day was more similar to that of Air Force), but it’s neat seeing what this year’s youngsters went through. And as always, beat Army!
Some of the women were wearing buns in this video. Looks like the female plebes and midshipmen have the option not to cut their hair. One thing I've always found funny is how some people do not look good in the uniforms. Unless overweight, it's not their fault. The services don't offer them free tailoring to help fix this.
I think it’s very popular to say that the Air Force should follow the army and navy and return to the WWII uniform look, who doesn’t like the Hap Arnold uniform after all
Thanks for the video. I liked hearing your commentary. When I went there over 40 years ago, I do not recall being able to meet with parents after swearing in. It might have happened, but my mother headed for home at 7am. Crewcuts were not required, but a long haircut was about a half inch long, not long enough to comb. During the day we had enough drill that we could march (poorly) by 4pm. The food was good, but as a plebe I learned at lunch on the first day to not spend much time in the dining hall because that was open season for squad leaders grilling plebes. I lost 10 pounds the first month. Also we were not allowed more than 3 chews per swallow.
@@ThePhoenixCAPT97 Bravo Zulu! My daughter is in 8th grade now and has been in the Sea Cadet program so far for 3 years... She will eventually make Chief when she is a Junior. Her goal is USNA, so even though she has a few years, it's never too early to start. This mama is helping encourage her to make sure grades & SAT scores are tippy top, that she does her community service, serves at church, participates in sports. I love sharing videos like this with her. It gives her hope!
...some of my best friends at the academy were girls... seriously! 28 yrs, Army Infantry Officer...served along side women. Never served with a "girl".
Hey Sam I’ve had interested on joining the Air Force to become a pilot. I’m currently 25 going to be 26 in September. With that being said is there a certain age I must be commissioned by or have started pilot training?
You’re cutting it to the wire with your age. If you’re going to do it, you need to take the dive and go in now if you want to be a pilot. If you want to be a backseat er you’ll have longer, but don’t delay if this is what you want. You need to have a four year degree too.
again, another great video. Based on this video, I like how the navy let the cadets use a dolly to carry their stuffs, the Air Force you have to carry everything on your left hand 😱 as far as I Day goes i like the Air Force better. Once you said goodbye to your family, you don’t get to see them until A Day. You’ll get to see your family at a distance during the oath ceremony though. Go Air Force sinks the Navy 😂
Okay so, I am only in 10th grade right now and all I want is to be a fighter pilot either for the usaf or air national guard. Do you have any tips on how to reach that goal?
Quick Note: I found out females no longer have to cut their hair above their chins anymore 🙌🏼. Anyways, what do you guys think of Day 1 at the Naval Academy?
It's awesome my goal is to play tennis for the Naval Academy
@@paytonzerkle65 Best of luck!
What about doing the army next though?
@@SamEckholm Thank you so much
@@zs1gaming would love to see that
Still brings up emotions watching that video for class of 2023 after being there watching my sibling that day. I'll be in the plebe's shoes next year with the class of 26. Go Navy!
That’s awesome!! Best of luck.
Goodluck
Welcome... I hope the voyage is a great one for you. If you can, get a copy of "reef points" from a prior midshipman.
I got into NAPS. Class of ‘27💪💪
I hope that you got in. What day is I-Day this summer? Ask your sibling for their Reef Points and memorize some of the stuff before you go. When I was a First-class, my plebe summer roommate had two of his younger brothers there as well. That roommate is ADM James F Caldwell, the Director of Naval Reactors. on May 27th he will complete 41 years of active duty. I will be down at the academy myself in August, for the ceremony where two of my classmates (VADM Ted "Slapshot" Carter and RADM Margaret "Peg" Deluca Klein) become Distinguished Graduates. Peg was the first woman to serve as Commandant and now is the Dean of Ethics and Leadership for the Naval War Colllege. Ted served for five years as Superintendent, and is now the President of Nebraska University.
This was awesome to see. I dated a Navy guy for two years who went to that academy. Eventually he switched to the Marine Corps. Annapolis is beautiful! My favorite city to go to when I lived in Northern Virginia.
Hey Sam! I want to thank you for all the great content. It has kept me inspired and excited for the academies! After applying to both, I decided I am going to be attending USAFA this next year in the class of 2025. Go Air Force, sink Navy!
So excited for you!!! Best of luck.
@@SamEckholm Hi
I see that you are in USAFA congrats!
Down Airforce
Sail on Navy😈
I'm coming here more than a year after this was published. "Midshipman" is an actual rank in the Navy, dating back to long before we even thought of independence from Great Britain, and was used in the U.S. Navy to denote officer candidates before the Naval Academy was founded.
There are a few changes from when I went through Induction Day in 1995, but it is generally the same - mainly, we did not conclude with a ceremonial march into the Rotunda through the Great Doors, we just went to our company spaces. What you didn't get to see was the "fun" that ensues after the Plebe Regiment returns to Bancroft Hall after the swearing-in. Part of that is that Plebes who are not standing watch as Company Mate of the Deck have to "chop," or double-time, down the center of every hallway (called "passageways") or the outer edge of every stairwell (called "ladders"), square each corner while sounding off with either "Go Navy, Sir" or "Beat Army, Sir," and slow to a walk to verbally greet every upperclassman (by name if they knew who they were). Chopping is required from Reveille until about 2000 hours, after which point they don't have to chop or sound off but are still required to use the center of the passageway and square their corners.
Some of the ladders are reserved for certain classes - there are some which are reserved for Youngsters (Midshipmen Third Class) and higher, while others are reserved for Midshipmen Second Class and higher (I believe those are only in 3rd and 4th Wings). Any Plebe caught using any of those ladders was in for a massive scolding; I even caught a Youngster using the 3rd Wing Second Class ladder one day and embarrassed him into using the correct ladders.
Fun fact: Bancroft Hall is the largest single dormitory building in the world.
Another fun fact: The Great Doors of the Rotunda (which you saw closed at the end of the video) are off-limits to Midshipmen at all times except for ceremonial purposes, such as morning quarters and non-meal formations or morning and evening Colors. A lot of brand new Ensigns and 2nd Lieutenants will return to Bancroft Hall after Commissioning to get their pictures taken standing in the Great Doors. I've been back a few times, and as a matter of tradition and respect, I will not walk through the Great Doors since I ended up not graduating.
We had a group of Midshipmen come to stay with us when I was aboard Forrestal (CV-59). They were all destined to become Marine Corps officers upon graduation, and we being the Marine Detachment and the only Marines aboard Forrestal, it was a bit odd to hear them calling GySgt "Sir", as well as calling us the same even though we were enlisted. They didn't stay with us very long, I guess each class has a summer cruise they take.
Ik dude my brother is in the Class of 2028
Joined yesterday
Just watched this video because my son is in the application process for USNA. I am so hopeful and excited for him to be able to make this a reality. Man did this bring tears to my eyes… that day will be hard…and so special ❤
Good luck! My daughter is in the class of 2028. Very emotional moment, and the whole year in general. Love the USNA.
Thanks ❤️ my son just completed Plebe Summer 2022 for class of 2026 USNA. I had tears in my eyes on last couple of minutes. Such a privilege and honor for our service academy students or plebes or cadets.
I'm considering joining Air Force ROTC. Congrats to your son!
At 8:30 my son is in the back with his glasses. it's awesome to see him. He is a Second Class (Junior) now, time flies.
same for my brother! it’s crazy! it seemed like he was a plebe yesterday!
I just finished my Plebe Summer last month. Unreal experience that I’ll never forget.
What company are you in? I just finished too
Your positivity is infectious, great video.
Thank you all for taking care of our country it really is greatly appreciated!
Why am I so early, anyways ty for your service and hoping to be serving one day too 🙌🏼
Early gang!
I graduated HS is 1984. One of my classmates had no talent in almost anything but he was a very hard worker. His father was an NJ State Trooper and for many years, the Troop did not pay well. He knew his parents could not afford to send him to college. But one thing my friend did have was a burning desire to work his ass off. He studied late at night and then work up early to continue to study. He did not play sports but he earned varsity letters for Marching Band and being the manager for basketball. He won a scholarship to the Naval Academy. Moral of the story, work your ass off for good things to happen to you. This is a lesson I did not learn until my early 40's.
All I can say is that Plebe year at USNA today is a far cry from what it was for the Class of 1971! For starters, it was a full year of hazing and pressure. From videos I have seen on UA-cam, during the Plebe academic year, it is basically college with uniforms. While many would say it is for the better, with the recent rash of relieved commands, I wonder if it has gone too far the other way.
I agree.
Hey Sam! You're my favorite UA-camr by far and I've been inspired to go into AFROTC this August! I can't wait!
Love that!! Best of luck
Hope you went through with it. Best of luck!
My dad taught at the naval academy when I was younger. Annapolis is such a beautiful area and I love going there every few years. The naval academy is right there. I was there last weekend and the class of 26 was there with their parents presumably after this summer.
Maybe Q&A with Swayne?
I'm a retired Commander who went to Annapolis. Before I entered USNA, I took a tour of USAFA. Differences I rapidly recall:
-Cadets run outside. We ran INSIDE. We were not allowed to run in uniform outside at all.
-Cadet barracks are carpeted and you walked inside. We had PVC tiles and when the maintenance contractors wax it, running, or "chopping" as we call it, could be hazardous.
-Navy NEVER required us to square our movements during what you call "chow" and what we Mids called "meal."
-Our football team is better. But we don't get mad when USAFA beats USNA. Air Force Week is basically practice for A/N pranks and any pranks that go far enough to warrant demerits and restriction serve as lessons learned for A/N week. Most folks would rather lose Turkey Day than lose Christmas leave.
All and all, similar experiences but as you point out, USNA has LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! down. The "Point" is in the middle of nowhere. "Springs" is in the middle of nowhere but the Rockies make everything spectacular in terms of scenery.
I don't remember pregnancy tests... But I'm a dude. I'll ask my wife later (she's a USNA classmate).
As for hair, wife is Black so she didn't get much of a haircut.
As for your uniform commentary, they are called "Dixie Cups." Flip it and it becomes Gilligan's hat.
Toward the end of my career, I taught leadership in Luce Hall. Very rewarding. Very fun to be on the other side of the podium.
As for how many women enter Annapolis, when my wife and I entered in 1997, it was 15% women. Today, over 30%.
Most of us incurred a 5-year committment. The Aviators add on two extra years of commitment.
Lastly, any young person who wants to serve and has the smarts should ABSOLUTELY apply to a Service Academy. Whether (BEAT) Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force, or Merchant Marine, you will get a first-rate education AND have at least five years of guaranteed employment. It's rewarding, you go all over the world, and whether you serve out the commitment and transtion, or go Reserves, or do a full career like I did, you will be proud.
P.S., the Class Ring is a great beer bottle opener. ;-)
Thanks for showing this. What they did not show is what happens after the Plebes enter Bancroft Hall, and the doors shut. That is less heartwarming. lol. But I'd do it again if i could. #GoNavy - Class of 1995. (There is a lot more to the Plebe Summer video on UA-cam as well).
Thanks for giving props to your rival service academy. They're all impressive.
Sam, as a new subscriber, it was a pleasure to watch this video you presented from your own Air Force Academy experiences as opposed to what the Navy folks go through. As a Navy veteran (NCO), I have 3 different friends who graduated from each of the military academies spanning from 1969 to 1974. These were all guys I knew in high school. This was several years prior to the admission of women (I believe that was in 1976). They all had military careers beyond their minimum 5-year post-graduation requirement. I currently have two nephews who are NCOs in the Air Force and they both love their careers. Both are E-5's, however, the younger one will be attending OCS at Maxwell AFB shortly. My Dad was an Army Air Force/Air Force veteran just after WWII. Refreshing to get a young officer's perspective. 👍
So cool to hear!! Thanks for the kind words David.
Plebes short for Plebians roman commoners . Your still a plebian civilian until you finish plebe summer when you become a midshipman. West Point also has Plebes. It shows how ingrained classical influences are on military training. Annapolis is a colonial seaport and also the State Capitol. The hair shaving or first tonsure is part of the leveling process of civilian privilege and that their bodies are now the governments. Monks in the catholic religious orders do a similar thing if they're traditionalists. Upon graduation that money accumulated is greedily sought by car dealers.
what should I pack for the Air Force academy and what's the best way to get accepted there?
Amazing vid. Keep up the good work.
9:45 those upper classmen sounding fierce 😂🤣
USNA '80 here. When they march into Bancroft Hall and those big brass doors close, THAT'S when the "fun" begins.
In the Royal New Zealand Navy, there are two courses for officers and rates. Also in the New Zealand Defence Force, they pay for your university degree if you want to get one but you have to give time back for however long your uni course is.
i like how Sam barely pauses the video and talks thank you man
Happy Mother’s Day!!!
My daughter just went through I-Day at Annapolis and she didnt have to get her hair cut. Its up to each individual female Plebe. Also the busses drop off families with their plebes. :Plebes get in line and start the induction process while families tour the yard, attend briefings, picnics, and wait for the oath of office ceremony at the end of the day in T-Court.
Now you gotta react to the coast guard academy!
* Meanwhile in Wespoint
USCC: Finally a worthy opponent
@Sam Eckholm - Thank you for your service. You have to do the other 3 Service Academies. Army, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine.
Getting ready for plebe summer right now! I liked the perspective from a USAFA alum. Really great video.
Get a copy of reef points, but it may be too late. Welcome Aboard!!
@@billhiggins-ha4all795 little update… I’m sitting in a hotel in Colorado Springs at the moment, getting ready for USAFA I-day tomorrow… got a last minute phone call from my senator and switched service academies!
I got to visit for a Navy vs Air force game in '79 or '80 as a member of the pep band. It is such a beautiful place. I was in '81 and my girlfriend was in '83 and pep band. We also shared glee club and catholic choir. While we couldn't date her plebe year we were together far more than most couples. She is still serving in the reserves 38 years after graduation. We have one Admiral still serving after 40, ADM Frank Caldwell. He is the Director of Naval Reactors.
Navy I-day is split between June 29th and 30th. Bond with your classmates. They are family for life. When possible, create a Facebook Group for the class.
DR Mary Kelly is from USNA a few years behind me. She taught at both USNA and USAFA. She is now an author and international leadership speaker.
I'm looking to enlist to go through BMT either this winter or next summer (in the air force)
Great video Sam! Can you do one of the US Merchant Marine Academy? I’m going there in a couple weeks to begin my journey with the class of 2025. It would be great to hear what you think and how it compares to the bigger academies.
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Hey Sam! I’d love a Coast Guard academy video!
I’ll add it to the list!
@@SamEckholm
Stronger united⚽💝
Can you do a reaction to the USCGA's swab summer? My brother is currently a freshman there!
I've been to Anapolis & wondered what all the ice cream uniforms around town were for - lol. I knew a few Anapolis grades through the years including a Physics Prof for a few years before he went back to the Marine infantry. There was a USAF Col I worked for that was a West Point grad. Before getting to Marine boot camp I did much running & I had very short hair so wasn't too bad. Then interservice transfer & USAF OTS back in 1980.
please do one on the army academy
Nice work Lt.
These videos are so cool! Please keep doing videos like this.
Alternate universe Sam: boat photography
When I saw the title I was a bit curious, more skeptical, hoping it wasnt a bashing on the Navy. Well done. Finishing up 30 years in the Navy I get what you are feeling. Thank you for your service and GO NAVY! BEAT ARMY! (and Air Force).
Hey Sam, this is Cadet Third Class Ryan, I'm currently serving as a Cadet in AFROTC. You motivated me in joining!
You should do a video of the two lesser know service academies, Coast Guard Academy and the Merchant Marine Academy. Everyone knows of Annapolis, West Point and USAFA.
Hey Sam I got a video suggestion:Reaction to the businesses insider boot camp videos
Great idea!
Great video!
West Point next? 👀
Bet
Wow amazing video keep it up
Do U.S. Merchant Marine Academy!
That's nice. How about West Point where the first Air Force officers started before the Air Force Academy was established.
What is their academic requirements
Now, please do the West Point Academy, Sam!
no such thing as "West Point Academy" lol. There's the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
@@dylanwhite694 shush
Can’t wait to do this in 9 days!!!!!
How did it go for you???
Fun fact I know many people who went to the service academies because it was their only offer to play athletics at the next level and then transferred out after getting an offer somewhere else so your 5 years isn't mandatory of your transfer before graduation but that was for athletic reasons so I don't know
It's completely free as long as you don't flunk the course. If you do you end up as enlisted or you end up paying back the tuition. They are VERY picky about whom they admit into the course to eliminate drop outs
You should react to West Point!
Wow. These guys are Firsties (seniors) now! Very impressive group of young men and women. My beautiful daughter is class of 2025. :)
Hey Sam, you planning on making it to the abbotsford intl airshow this year? The F22 is flying!!! I'd love to meet ya, I volunteer there every year.
Can you make a video on the application process for joining USAFA?
Hey Sam, awesome video! I will be joining the Air Force soon and it's a little personal to ask but that nice place of yours, is a good portion of it paid through BAH? Would love to one day have such a kickass place while in the AF and was curious how you got yours. thanks a bunch!
Im going to be part of the class of 2025. Fingers crossed for plebe year and summer
Welcome Aboard..
Thank you for your service, can you do a video on officer or enlisted?
I really appreciate the video! As a member of USNA ‘24, my experience with this was quite different (our I-day was more similar to that of Air Force), but it’s neat seeing what this year’s youngsters went through. And as always, beat Army!
Some of the women were wearing buns in this video. Looks like the female plebes and midshipmen have the option not to cut their hair. One thing I've always found funny is how some people do not look good in the uniforms. Unless overweight, it's not their fault. The services don't offer them free tailoring to help fix this.
I think it’s very popular to say that the Air Force should follow the army and navy and return to the WWII uniform look, who doesn’t like the Hap Arnold uniform after all
Never sweat more in my life than during plebe summer. The humidity was crazy
When do you learn to sail a sailboat during plebe summer?
Come on, u can’t forget USCGA!!
I'll get to it!
@@SamEckholm I love your videos! I am heading to USCGA this June to be apart of the class of 2025.
Also USMMA
Thanks for the video. I liked hearing your commentary. When I went there over 40 years ago, I do not recall being able to meet with parents after swearing in. It might have happened, but my mother headed for home at 7am. Crewcuts were not required, but a long haircut was about a half inch long, not long enough to comb. During the day we had enough drill that we could march (poorly) by 4pm. The food was good, but as a plebe I learned at lunch on the first day to not spend much time in the dining hall because that was open season for squad leaders grilling plebes. I lost 10 pounds the first month. Also we were not allowed more than 3 chews per swallow.
well now I feel like we have to see West Point, to finish it out.
Annapolis is gorgeous, West Point is beautiful also. but there is nothing outside the gates...
Just a random question. Where did you get that awesome blue bomber jacket? Is it from the Air Force?
It’s from Zara
I’m gonna be in the class of 2026. Watching this is both terrifying and exiting.
you should do a video on your equipment
I went to the Naval Academy Class of 2020. Best thing I have ever done.
I had the advantage. I was in NJROTC so, I kind of knew.
If you have bad grades for freshman year of HS, but turn it around next years will your chance of getting into a service academy be completely cooked?
@@ThePhoenixCAPT97 Bravo Zulu! My daughter is in 8th grade now and has been in the Sea Cadet program so far for 3 years... She will eventually make Chief when she is a Junior. Her goal is USNA, so even though she has a few years, it's never too early to start. This mama is helping encourage her to make sure grades & SAT scores are tippy top, that she does her community service, serves at church, participates in sports. I love sharing videos like this with her. It gives her hope!
Super video, hello from Russia. Alex👍👍👍
You should do a reaction video with Swayne.
Dixie Cups. The naval enlisted and pleebe cover is the dixie cup.
first and thank you for your service
They should bring in Navy RDCs and Marine Corps DIs to be detailers.
Hey Sam, what’s your call sign and rank if you don’t mind me asking?
At first I thought he said "pleb" but then looked back and it was plebes.
I am heading to Australian Navy.
what is it like to be gay in air force? Can you develop any relationship while being there? What's other people's reaction?
I'm also interested.
I remember I-day like it was yesterday - FORTY-THREE years ago. Crikies, I'm getting old.
React on Indian army passing out parade pls love from INDIA 🇮🇳
Nice video!
What about seal are the navy or other kind of army?
...some of my best friends at the academy were girls... seriously! 28 yrs, Army Infantry Officer...served along side women. Never served with a "girl".
Stronger united⚽💝
Do US Coast Guard Academy!
Hey Sam I’ve had interested on joining the Air Force to become a pilot. I’m currently 25 going to be 26 in September. With that being said is there a certain age I must be commissioned by or have started pilot training?
You’re cutting it to the wire with your age. If you’re going to do it, you need to take the dive and go in now if you want to be a pilot. If you want to be a backseat er you’ll have longer, but don’t delay if this is what you want. You need to have a four year degree too.
Wait so if you talk to a recruiter and sign up for the military, you still are not guaranteed a position in the military
The service academies are like colleges for the military
How is ROTC compared to the military academies?
You should do West Point!
again, another great video. Based on this video, I like how the navy let the cadets use a dolly to carry their stuffs, the Air Force you have to carry everything on your left hand 😱 as far as I Day goes i like the Air Force better. Once you said goodbye to your family, you don’t get to see them until A Day. You’ll get to see your family at a distance during the oath ceremony though. Go Air Force sinks the Navy 😂
You should react to coast guard boot camp
Okay so, I am only in 10th grade right now and all I want is to be a fighter pilot either for the usaf or air national guard. Do you have any tips on how to reach that goal?