NEW LONDON, Conn. —
The Coast Guard Academy Athletic Corporation (CGAAC) is proud to announce the renewal of its official partnership with Navy Federal Credit Union, reinforcing a valued collaboration that will continue through July 2028.
Under the multi-year agreement, Navy Federal retains its designation as an Official Sponsor of Coast Guard Academy Athletics. The renewed sponsorship includes extensive brand visibility across athletics venues; digital platforms; and events, reaffirming Navy Federal's enduring commitment to supporting the Coast Guard community.
The partnership will continue to highlight Navy Federal's presence through signage at Nelson W. Nitchman Field, Roland Hall, and Cadet Memorial Field; along with expanded media integration including videoboard graphics, website branding, and a full-page advertisement in the annual football program. Navy Federal will also sponsor the annual Cadet-Athlete of Character Award, which honors a cadet-athlete who best exemplifies the Academy's core values of honor, respect, and devotion to duty.
A custom co-branded backdrop will be featured at the Coast Guard Academy Athletics Awards Ceremony, where Navy Federal will present the award and participate in the year-end celebration of athletic excellence. Fan engagement opportunities will also continue at home contests across multiple sports throughout the academic year.
"We are thrilled to continue our valued partnership with the Coast Guard Academy Athletic Corporation," said Joe Bock, vice president of brand strategy at Navy Federal. "As a not-for-profit dedicated to serving all branches of service and Veterans and their families, this collaboration further emphasizes our deep commitment to driving meaningful support of various programs and initiatives in the military, including the broader Coast Guard community."
Dr. Dan Rose, the Coast Guard Academy's Director of Athletics. remarked, "We are deeply grateful to the Coast Guard Academy Athletic Corporation for their continued leadership in fostering partnerships that enrich the cadet-athlete experience. The renewal of our collaboration with Navy Federal Credit Union reflects a shared dedication to cadet development through competitive intercollegiate athletics."
This continued partnership represents a shared commitment to the development of cadet-athletes and the celebration of character-driven leadership. The CGAAC looks forward to building on the strong foundation established with Navy Federal Credit Union as it enters the next chapter of this meaningful relationship.
