Navy men's basketball has concluded a remarkable season with significant national recognition. Head coach Jon Perry has been honored with the 2026 Hugh Durham Award, recognizing him as the top mid-major coach in the country. Under Perry's leadership, the Midshipmen achieved a 26-8 record, capturing the Patriot League regular season title with a 17-1 mark, the program's first outright crown since 1997. Senior guard Austin Benigni has also earned accolades, receiving the Lou Henson National Player of the Year Award for his outstanding performance, which contributed to Navy's first national postseason tournament appearance in over two decades.
In track and field, the Navy women showcased their strength at the Sam Howell Invitational in Princeton, New Jersey, where they secured three event titles. Wyatt Shaw continued his impressive form, winning the men's long jump with a season-best jump of 7.19 meters. On the women's side, Zoie Tesi placed sixth in the long jump, while she and Sheldon Ulmer both clinched victories in their respective high jump events, with Tesi winning on her first attempt at 1.75 meters. These performances come as the team prepares for the upcoming Army-Navy meet.
The Navy men's squash team has also made headlines, with three athletes earning All-Mid-Atlantic Squash Conference honors. Wenqing Tang was named Co-Player of the Year after finishing the season with a remarkable 27-2 record, including an undefeated 27-0 in team matches. Alexander Orr and Christian Graziano joined him on the All-MASC team, highlighting Navy's academic and athletic excellence, as five players were also recognized for their academic achievements.
Meanwhile, the Navy women's golf team is set to conclude its regular season at the Terps Invitational this weekend. Following a strong showing at the Kingsmill Intercollegiate, the team will compete against a robust field at the University of Maryland Golf Course, aiming to finish the season on a high note as they prepare for the Patriot League Championship later this month.