United States Merchant Marine Academy - Midships Yearbook (Kings Point, NY)

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Clubs Activities Midshipman Officers 132 Underclass 142 First Class Baby Pictures 376 Parent Ads 396 ME 1 VViatt t Right: Midshipman conducting a fire drill during the Kings Point Spring Break Trip. Below . Christopher March connecting cargo hoses on the ITB Mobile. Bottom: Casey Dexter, Greg Van Lenten, Benjamin Earnest, and David Saville Aboard the Motor Vessel Tellus donning survival suits. How did the Men r - , Marine Begin in t United States? I off the coast of Me used the captured guns and ammunition from additional British ships as prizes. American privateers soon disrupted British — V shipping all along the Atlantic qg What is the Merchant Marine? The Merchant Marine is the fleet of ships which carries imports and exports during peacetime and becomes a naval auxiliary during wartime to deliver troops and war material. According to the Merchant Marine Act of 1936: “It is necessary for the national defense... that the United States shall have a merchant marine of the best equipped and most suitable types of vessels sufficient to carry the greater portion of its commerce and serve as a naval or military auxiliary in time of war or national emergency...” Above: The Growler escorting the Kings Pointer. Left: Old Glory being proudly flown onboard the USNS Patuxent. ■Before the Birth of our NfltloiA-... Fact: Archeologists have found ocean- going ships dating back t o 2450 BC. There is a pleasure in the pathless woods, There is a rapture on the lonely shore, There is society where none intrudes, By the deep Sea, and music in its roar: I love not man the less, but Nature more, From these or interviews, in which I steal From all I may be, or have been before, To mingle with the universe, and feel What I can ne'er express, yet cannot all conceal. Roll on, thou deep and dark blue Ocean—roll! Ten thousand fleets sweep over thee in vain; Man marks the earth with ruin—his control Stops with the shore —upon the watery plain The Wrecks are all they deed, nor doth remain A shadow of man's ravage, save his own, When for a moment, like a drop of rain, He sinks into thy depths with bubbling groan, Without a grave, unknelled, uncoffined and unknown. Thy shores are empires, changed in all save thee- Assyria, Greece, Rome, Carthage, what are they? Thy waters wasted them while they were free, And many a tyrant since; their shores obey The stranger, slave or savage; their decay Has dried up realms to deserts —not so thou, Unchangeable save to thy wild waves' play— Time writes no wrinkle on thine azure brow— Such as creation's dawn beheld, thou rollest now. And I have love thee, Ocean! and my joy Of youthful sports was on thy breast to be Borne, like thy bubbles, onward: from a boy I wanton'd with thy breakers—they to me Were a delight; and if the freshening sea Made them a terror— twas a pleasing fear, For I was as if were a child of thee, And trusted to thy billows far and near, and laid my hand upon thy mane—as 1 do here. Lord Byron ( Childe Harold's Pilgrimage ) deep vast ocean. Mariners would y to him for safe return to land. Above: Poseidon is the Ancient God of the Sea. He was believed to control every creature that lived in the Left: Waves Crashing over the bow of the ship. Picture by Jacob George. Above: Dalton Stupack salutes while at the helm of Kings Point Battle Standard. Passed 42991 Mission Of the United States Merchant Marine Academy To educate and graduate professional officers and leaders of honor and integrity, who are dedicated to serving the economic and defense interests of the United States in our Armed Forces and the Merchant Marine, and who will contribute to an intermodal system that effectively ties America together. Above Left: Kings Pointers Above: Logan Bennett Pointe Right: The Training Vessel Kings Point Basin for t Mei The Bridge Builder An old man going down a lone highway Came in the evening cold and gray To a chasm vast and deep and wide Through which was flowing a sullen tide. The old man crossed in the twilight dim That swollen stream held no fears for him But he turned when safe on the other side And built a bridge to span the tide. Old mansaid a fellow pilgrim near, You are wasting your strength with building here ™ — ■ Your journey will end with the ending day Bottom Left: The Plebes release some steam during this winters sno' You never again must pass this way; You have crossed the chasm deep and wide Why build you this bridge at the even tide?' The builder lifted his old gray head. Good friend, in the path I have come, he said. There followeth after me today A youth whose feet must pass this way. This swollen stream which was naught to me To that fair-haired youth may a pitfall be; He, too, must cross in the twilight dim; Good friend, I am building the bridge for him Officers Muster During Indoctrination. Top Left: jared Leigh and David Chapman Pet Kangaroos in Australia Top Center Left: Chad Mickelson Goes for a Dive. Top Center Right: Melannie Lovercheck and Dana Treb feed a baby Tiger. Top Right: Brian Ryglowski, Lee Fraser, and Sean Holt Take a Break. Right Middle: The Plebe Class does Push- Ups after the Football Team Scores a Touch Down During the Coast Guard Game. C nfessyou try to do sometfiinj beyondwfiat you fiave already y y mastered, you vriff neveryrow. The Lessors victory are Learned Top Left: Regimental Staff saluting the Superintendent during the pass in review . From left to right: Mellanie Lovercheck, Aaron Seeson, John Rapacki, Danny James, Alison Bennett, Jared Leigh, and Asa Kim. Top Center: Regimental Commander Danny James saluting the Superintendent, asking permission to pass in review the Regiment of Midshipmen. Right: Monument to the 142 Cadet Midshipmen lost at sea during their sea duty in WWII. • v Above Right: Seth Cobb cuts the final string to claim the Men s Basketball Trophy. Below: Kevin Kreutz, James Hix, and Jon Jackson go on a night dive while in Cairns, Australia during their sea year. Dear Classmates, people to the week, in the city, shooting t barracks. I' the immat the cons forget 10 ridiculous what a g Where el able to d Those ar and in m Point. An miss that, have have the should al having that we we've do have eac never fo from and happiness. Jonathan President We have all come a long way since July 9, 1999. We came here as recent high school graduates, 2 year college students, and prior enlisted. Yet we all leave Kings Point on the same field, all as Kings Pointers. The transformation was neither short nor easy. We have survived sea year, collectively seen the world, and ground it out in the crucible that is Kings Point. We've made it through the deaths of family and friends, fights, terrorist attacks, a stabbing, and all the other curveballs life could throw our way. While many of our peers fell, we percevered. And that is why we can proudly wear the title of Kings Pointer, Class of 2003. Many of you will claim that you could never miss Kings Point, that you will never return. And sure, some of you may just do that. But their experiences at the Academy, will return. It's not the barracks, waterfront, or Delano Hall that will bring you back. It's the friends 12 Above Center Left: A Stewart Speaks. Above Center Right: Captaii 1 Salarik : : e 1 Aaron Wens and Date. Eric Hed Feminid Enjo; ' D?. e Right: Shannon DiPietropolo, Mike Cai cl r - eeovaz Leaders. The class of 2003 is sworn in as licensed merchant mariners. £ o Ytars, At kil ,0£ PollA-t... In 60 years, there have been 67 commencements at the USMMA. During World War II, there was more than one commencement per year. During the Vietnam War, one class graduated a number of months early. On June 23, 2003, the Class of 2003 proudly joined the ranks of Kings Point alumni. The weekend leading up to the big event included an awards convocation, change of command ceremony, graduation ball and the baccalaurate service. Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge addressed the graduating class, and after a few hours of pomp and ceremony under the |un on Tomb Field, the gradautes' covers went into the air. Mission acbomplished. Another group of Kings Pointersjoins the tradition of Acta Non Verba! 14 Looking good at the Graduation Ball! Above: VADM Joseph Stewart congratulates new graduate Jarrod DeWitz. Photo Left: It's official the 2003 class has graduated. Below: A dip in the pool -- it's a tradition! 0IA.tllA.ueS... - •«. is m illl « A -4 w r- George Bush rr � - THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 16, 2003 Congratulations to the United States Merchant Marine Academy Class of2003. During this time of great consequence, the Merchant Marines’ service to America is more important than ever. As the United States leads an international coalition against terrorism, we depend on our maritime services to ensure our security, protect our interests, and advance the universal hope of freedom. As graduates of the Merchant Marine Academy, you will play a vital role in providing support for our military efforts at home and around the world. Your valuable contributions will also strengthen our economy through your work in the maritime and transportation industries. Our Nation is grateful for your willingness to serve with our Armed Forces. May God bless you, and may God continue to bless the United States of America and all who defend her. THE SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20590 To the Class of 2003 Congratulations to the Class of 2003! You have successfully completed a challenging and prestigious education from the United States Merchant Marine Academy. You are now ready to take on your responsibilities as officers in the American Merchant Marine, which serves the Nation in times of war and peace. I am very proud of all of you and am confident that you will make many remarkable contributions to your country. Most Americans do not realize that the U.S. Merchant Marine is the “fourth arm of defense,” but our military and political leaders understand how important you are. We learn early on that every road to the future has its beginning somewhere in the past. The esprit de corps of Kings Pointers that is so striking to visitors doesn't come easily. It must be earned. It hails from a challenging curriculum, an arduous year at sea, and invaluable knowledge passed on from seasoned instructors. As a Kings Pointer, you can be confident that you will be in demand in any kind of job market. But, before you embark on your new adventures, I ask that you never forget your roots and the principles you learned as a midshipman: duty, excellence, and sacrifice. Your engineering and navigational skills have been tested, your ingenuity challenged, and your endurance and leadership put on trial. You are ready, I am sure, for the storms and the high seas to come. The Merchant Marine Academy motto, acta non verba - deeds not words - is one that you will embody the rest of your life. Again, congratulations, God bless you and God bless America! Fair winds. Schubert U S Department of Transportation Administrator 400 Seventh Street. S.W. Washington. D C. 20590 Maritime Administration MESSAGE TO THE U.S. MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY Congratulations to the Kings Point Class of 2003. As a graduate of the Class of 1974,1 know you are both elated and relieved at the completion of four years of rigorous training at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. The education and experiences you've received will carry you well throughout your careers. The Nation needs enthusiastic, energetic and committed individuals to provide a strong U.S.-flas merchant marine and national transportation system to support America's economic and strategic defense goal. From one graduate to another, your time at Kings Point was time well spent. I am confident that you will be successful in meeting all future challenges and become outstanding leaders in the American maritime industry. Again, congratulations on your special day. Captain William G. Schubert Maritime Administrator 18 . mmiim hhhhhhi Joseph i ■ ■ m ____ To the Class of 2003: Congratulations! As you graduate, you take your place in a very special and select group: the alumni of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. You have earned your designation as Kings Point alumni by successfully completing a rigorous and demanding program. During your years at the Academy, you have worked together to reach your goals and to make Kings Point the very best. I am proud of your achievements and offer you a sincere Well Done. The world you enter is fraught with challenges. But your class is well prepared to meet these challenges and to overcome them. I am confident that you will serve the Nation well and bring honor and pride to your class and to your alma mater. Fair winds and following seas, 2003! JOSEPH D. STEWART icJAdmiral, USMS superintendent © US Department of Transportation Maritime Administration U S Merchant Manne Academy Above Photos: CAPT Brown poses with his parent, above. And his wife and sons, Dave and Zachary, below. Below Photo: CAPT Browns ages from grade school to the United States Coast Guard Academy. ' X THE CLASS OF 2003 DEDICATION CAPT Douglas B. Brown The editors ans staff are pleased to dedicate 2(K)3MIDSHIPStoCAPTDouglasB. Brown, USMS of the Department of Engineering. CAPT Brwon attended the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, where he lettered in soccer, bas- ketball and track. (He still holds the USCGA track record in discus.) Graduating in 1969, he was as- signed to a Coastal In- terdiction Cutter in Vietnam. He served as a seagoing engineer for six years, and subse- quently had four tours in the USCG Marine Safety Program, where he was once assigned to the construction of two offshore oil plat- forms in Dalien. China. CAPT Brown also served as the first Coast Guard District Civil Rights Officer and had an assignment as the USCG Liaison Officer at Kings Point, 1978- 1981. After retiring from the Coast Guard after 20 years of service, CAPT Brown worked in Singapore for two years as a project engineer for the construction of two AT T cable ships. He then joined the Engineering Dept, at USMMA. Since 1991, CAPT Brown has been assistant department head and department head; has created a Marine Environmental Engineering elective; and has an exciting hydrogen pow- ered fuel cell project ongoing with midship- men. He looks after all the Marine Engineer- ing courses that are taught to the ships officer majors (and is affectionately known as Trek, the Shopper Daddy ”). CAPT Brow n, who holds a chief engineer's license, is academic advisor to the lacrosse and soccer teams. He has received the Sue Alice McNulty Aw'ard for Distinguished Teaching, and the Maritime Adminstrator’s Equal Employment Opportunity Award. He met his wife, Janet, w hen he was a Coast Guard Academy cadet- at a dance following a basketball game with the USMMA! They have two sons: Dave, who is a first classman at the U.S. Air Force Academy, and Zachary, who attends Glen Cove High School. CAPT Brown says: A sincere ’thank you” to the class of the 2003. This recognition means a great deal to me. Please do not think other- wise when I ask you to understand that you deserve an infinitaly larger share of this honor. This yearbook depicts you achieve- ment and accomplishments. Thank you all for being special people. CONGRATULA- TIONS, CAPT DOUGLAS B. BROWN, USMS Center Photo: CAPT Brown's 1st Class Ships Officer Section posing with his alternative power project. Left to Right: John Bess, David Chapman, Chris Stoeckler, Chad Mickelson, Logan Bennett. Mike Hayes, Glenn Merkel. Margaret Nicks, Dana Treb, Sean Holt, Lindsey Coleman, MattGreusel, Scott Buchanan, and Dan Tripp. Bottom Pictures: CAPT Brown smiles for the camera with his w ife. Janet. 23 L to R: J. Leach, VADM J. Stewart, CAPT R. Safarik, J. Baluchinsky. ASST. SUPT. ADMINISTRATION L to R: K. Sendlein, J. Abbamonte, J. Redfern, A. Rosensweig, T. Goodwin, CAPT J. Jochmans, M. Glazer, F. Todesco, E. Baluchinsky, B. Niss. The Commandant (left), CAPT Arthur Athens, and CAPT Robert Safarik, Chief of Staff, confer during the Battle Standard Dinner LT Eddie Ragin practices “the look” that has stopped many a midshipman cold! 24 1� IN CONTROL LCDR John Gundy exercises his vocal cords towards a group of deserving young plebes. L to R Front: C. Prince, D. Palmer, Dr. W. Mazek, CAPT A. Sanborn, K. Pilosi, L. Jerry. Rear: F. Wagner, C. Schultheiss, V. SantAndrea. The marching prowess of a passing company of midshipen causes CDR David Mund some mild amusement. f oau COMMANDANT’S OFFICE L to R Seated: F. Nell, M. Cunningham, CAPT R. Larsen, CAPT A. Athens, CDR D. Mund, J. Lopkin,A. Hoey. Standing: LCDR J. Gundy, LTE. Ragin, GYSTJ. Logan, A. Jacobs, LCDR B. Larson, LCDR D. Gagnon. L to R Front:G. Sandberg, J. Hagedorn, C. Smith, C. Guan, D. Compton, M. Lavin, S. Barnes, K. Magaletta, S. Shah, D. Hunt, J. Peck, J. Ryan, S. Chin, V. Martin, G. Muller. Rear: E. Wetzel, J. Helmick, D. Hard, J. Nunnenkamp, M. Cohn, P. Buhse, T. Tisch, D. Moskoff, R. Meurn, R. Allee, G. Lombardo, B. Bellow, L. Guzzu, C. Schultheiss. L to R 1st Row:J. Poliseno, A. Franks, M. Brazeil, J. Femenia, S. Perez, M. Patel. 2nd Row: W. Franklin, J. Hazelgrove, M. Ales, G. Colef, Y. Traynham. 3rd Row: W. Sembler, R. Gardner, J. Tuttle, J. Harbach, E. Baumgart, D. Palmer. Marine Transportation Department Head CAPT George Sandberg makes sure that his students remain on course. KNOWLE CAPT Joseph Poliseno (left) and retiree Lee Malinoski: two generations of engineers at Kings Point. 26 CAPT Robert Meurn is the “people’s choice” - recipient of both the McNulty and the McLintock Awards at graduation. ,1 Math Science Department Head Dr. - Laurence Cassar retired in early 2003 I after many years of dedicated service 1 I to the USMMA. MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE L to R Front: M. Melcer, H. Beim, C. Zwillick, H.L. Hutson, J. Schlauch, D. Dellwo. Rear: W. Lebensohn, M. Hogan, C. Weber, D. Graff. HUMANITIES L to R Front: J. Taffet, A. Donovan, J. Szaluta, J. Brickman. Rear: G. Durant, C. Schultheiss, R. Greenwald, L. Magnus. Dr. Laury Magnus of the Humanities Department enjoys a social moment at the 2003 Battle Standard Dinner. L to R: G. Edenfield, L. McGuire, R. Cashman, C. Cohen, D. Van Oss, A. Trainor, D. Farmer. L to R Seated: R. Bernabe, L. Hecht, J. Skinner, B. Abramson, A. Pieper. Standing: S. Rios, M. DeRosa, J. Hale, N. Johnsen. VADM Joseph Stewart: superintendent, math teacher, midshipman counselor - a triple threat! 28 NAVAL SCIENCE At graduation, Deputy Commandant CAPT Robert Larsen remains cool and collected in his choker whites. CDR Eric Wallischeck wears two hats at the Academy (though neither in this photo) as Director of Waterfront Activities and Acting Head of Information Technology. tflTED STAT$S MERCHANT MARINE CADEM j Department . Shipboard Tr and iCiWi Continuing Ecfl| '- 1 L to R 1st Row: C. Giacomoro, S. Cussen, B. Craig, A. Roman. 2nd Row: R. DeWitt, T. Losert, R. Crowe. L to R: D. Gill, K. Widder, L. Cody, G. Billy, N. Aminfard, I. Palmieri, M. Stern. Kings Point’s gracious First Lady, Kathy Stewart (left), chats with an anxious plebe parent. 29 Lto R 1st Row: A. Terranova, M. Eng, S. Petersen-Lubow, T. Phillips, Y. Flamino. 2nd Row: M. Brauer, T. Kepple, A. Ramos, M. Taggart, P. Linderman. 3rd Row: S. Daigault, K. McNulty, M. Smolens, C. Pravata, D. Marino. 4th Row: C. Corrido, T. Alger, N. Williams, S. Coleman, M. Macciocca. 5th Row: M. Murray, C. Schodke, T. McNulty, S. Todesco, W. McCain. WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES L to R Front: Flercules the Pooch, M. Flail, R. Dominique, G. Lueck, CDR E. Wallischeck, R. Steitz. Rear: R. Cain, L. Muri, J. Casey, D. Clark, C. Lowe, R. Asma, J. Guest, J. Sulla. 30 “Who hit that clunker?” growls CAPT Kenneth Force, Director of Music, as the band performs during commencement. SOUL Chaplain Richard Pusateri looks to heaven for some divine inspiration! The dapper CDR Thad Gaebelein ponders questions of ethics during the football game with archrival Coast Guard Academy. CHAPEL Lto R: C.Cusumano, K. Lindblad, R. Pusateri, M. Stewart. SHIP’S STORE L to R: D. Kostos, A. Rosensweig, S. Deodat. BEHIND L to R Seated: M. Lee, G. Li, M. Kuar, M. Hetsel, J. Liotta, J. Case, P. Peterson. Standing: D. Ras, W. Hwang, C. Schultheiss, R. Caminiti, R. Caruso, D. Bergin, J. Marinacci, CDR E. Wallischeck, J. Tedesco, E. Lutz, R. Reimels, D. Taha, G. Webster, E. Peterson. Lto R: M. Cunningham, A. Hoey -American Useum Marianne Della Croce landed the job o American Merchant Marine Museum curator in 2003. There’s no bigger supporter o USMMA sports than Peter Rackett Executive Vice President of the Alumni Association. Land Hall Social Cunningham and a si L to R: CAPT D. Ferguson, M. Schermerhorn, C. Billy, S. Anthony, M. Skrocki. L to R: F. Disco, M. Wang, J. Long, K. Holl, O. Jorge, Z. Selwood, J. Amoroso, D. Bianco, S. Kyritsis, R. Porter. Indoctrination Right: Band company candidates, offic- ers, and Drill Instructors return from af- ternoon PT. Below: ADI Brendan Kruse motivates Candidate Michael Metz on the grinder. Above: Fourth company candidates re- lax for a few moments in Land Hall. Love the socks. Right: Midshipmen Officers during of- ficer training. No candidates to play with yet... Pictured: Andrew MacKay, Maggie Nicks, Jared Leigh, Will Hibbard, Lee Fraser, Jose Solorzano. STADIUM Left: Pass in Review. Midshipmen march by company past the review stand. Some apparently to the beat of Left: The opening of the Number One ensign. How many plebes does it take to raise a flag? Below: The USMMA marching band during Beat Retreat. The drummers wore their best faux fur wraps, a good time was had by all. Left: Class of 2006 swears into the US Naval Reserve They are now accepted in the Regiment. Left: VADM Stewart congratulates those Drill Instructors and EMT's who participated in Indoctrination. Also pictured are the Honor Plebes from the Class of 2006. a different drummer... 37 I Right: Shall we dance? From left: Jerry Smith, Jim Dixon James Hix, and Trevor Battles dancing with their dates Below: Preston Dodgen checks out the appetizers. As soon as he turns his head, his date sneaks food off his plate. Right: Rowdy Crowd. Pictured: Mike Rye, Steve Hohenshelt, Walt Wagner, Devin Burgess, Vinny D'Eusanio, Devin Lefebvre, and Meade Robbins. Right: Tommy Ginovan, Casey Benefield, and Jay Darran. Friends forever. mmit Above: First class President Jonathan Jackson addresses his classmates before the dancing and ring dipping begins. Above: Pre-game cocktail hour. Pictured in uniform: Matthew McDaniel, and Jeffrey Nicholson with dates. Left: A giant pile of Bandies, carrying Rcmi Smith, in front of the giant Class of 2003 ring. Below: The Original 2D I: 1 3 Straight Deck section. Pictured: Jonathan Sichcl. Beth Sharp. Jose Solorzano. Jamie Miller. Nicholas Kalmukos. Kevin Sparks, and Kevin Corrigan. Above: In the foyer. Pictured: Steve Miernicki, Derek Walsh, Douglas Hopper, Daniel McLaughlin, and Frank Welsh. Bottom: Pimp Nicholas Watts escorts Ross Cutler at 100 Nights. Cheers boys! Far Right: 250 Nights. Pictured: James Dixon, Andrew Mascotti, and Stephen Casapulla. Bottom: 10 O' Clock Scream!!! Thugs in the house: Lee Fraser, Jose Solorzano, Timberly Turner, Lindsay Coleman, Sean Holt, Daniel Tripp, Larry Green Right: 100 Nights. Foxy Jim Dixon at the Gin Mill Right: Second Company Dance Party. Pictured: Most of the Village People along with their groupies (hosted by Sang Yi and Stuart Colie). 1 Left: 100 Nights. Pictured: Timothy McLaughlin. Senior Nights Lett: first ('lass Luau Pictured: Lindsay C oleman. Dana Treb, Logan Bcnnet, M e I o n y H i I d e b r a n t. M e 1 a n n i e Lovei check, Maggie Nicks. Sara Salter, Jared Leigh, and Lee Fraser. Above: Jeffrey Nicholson and Colin Cambell display brotherly love at 100 nights. Above: 100 Nights. Pictured: Charles Dispenzieri. Andrew Mascotti. Left: Remi Smith plays Santa in Land Hall during a Christmas Party. 41 Right: First Class President Jonathan Jackson addresses the newly made fourth class at the War Memorial. Below: I get knocked down, but I get up again. Future Merchant Marine pilots practice embarking a vessel. Pictured: Kyle Fries 5 I Above: Have you seen the little piggies, living piggy lives? Pictured: Kyle Fries and Steve Ratterman. Above: RC John Rapacki strolls down tomb field, as the mud on him begins to dry, or rather, freeze over, he looks over and realizes The kiddies are all grown up now. Left: The aftermath of the mud pit. Anyone cold? Pictured: Janine Wachter. Peter Kravchonok, Jaqueline Paul, and Caroline Dunworth. Below: Andrew MacKay PT's the plebe class for the last time. Midshipmen officers are standing by to man their stations. Left: Mud flinging, getting down and dirty and loving it. 43 Above: First Class hoys lour New York City Harbor. Piet ii reel: Jeff Reed. Jared Lei eh. Kendall Chauvin. Dalton Slupack. and Nicolas DeAnglis. Above: Tradition with a cover: If someone else wear your cover, you can't get it back until they give you a kiss' Pictured: Peter Kopinski and his girlfriend. Above: Big Daddy Eller and Greek fisherman Nicholas Kalmukos are duded up tourist style. Above: Sly list Kim Sercel cuts Marlain I he barracks. zztflrritn Above: Paul Marine Corps Sparks cooks raw meal Christmas Pall. Jose Solor ano working ii over a I’lamc. caveman style. Also pictured: Melannie Lovereheck. Matthew McDaniel. Jay Darran. James Mix. and Patrick Arnold. Right: Valedictorian Chad Mickelson raises a toast to the Class of 2003. Below: Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge gives the class words of congratulations, encouragement and challenge. o T nlT TiOrrTliTrrn Above: The ceremonial passing of swords marks the change of command to the Class of 2004. Right: The big moment: Hats in the air and the Class of 2003 aweigh! 46 1 Graduation Weekend 4 4 i A A 4a 4 1 A A A Aa a 4 .rf ! ?sr: Left: Cool weather didn't deter these grads from taking the traditional dunk in the pool. Below: Shannon DiPietropolo is all smiles after congratulations from Secretary Tom Ridge. O TrrTilTrrTilTrrTtlTr ?i Middle Left: Anchorman Tim McLaughlin is rich — at least in pennies earned! 47 Bottom Left: Danny James: The few. the proud... the sun sets over his shoulder (upper right). Midshipman Chris March, 2003 shows another exciting part of a deck cadet’s work, on deck manual labor (near right). Finally, Midshipman Kevin Lee and Midshipman Ramin Hatami, both 2005, catch a large fish off the stem of their vessel (far right). Being aboard a ship doesn’t have to be all work and no play! the bridge Cadets take many different approaches to being on the bridge of a ship. Midshipman Kless, 2003 (right) gazes quizically at the array of deckie gadgets. Midshipman James Hix, 2003, decides, after a hard day of navigating, that a nap is in order (upper right). Finally, Midshipman Donna Schneider, 2005, decides she’ll let someone else sail the ship. After all, that pot of gold has got to be worth more than 3rd Mates pay! One half of the sea year experience is found on the bridge. Deck and ship’s officer majors learn how to handle, navigate, and load a ship. As part of the sea year training, deck cadets learn to take stars and sun lines. Midshipman Williamson, 2005, demonstrates his celestial prowness by taking a star sight at 1 gunshow Midshipmen Kevin Kreutz and Jason Hicks, 2003, show off their guns for the camera. An MSC assignment is likely to yeild opportunities for great photos such as this. 2003, and Allen Davidson, 2004, do the dirty work of cleaning the liner while Midshipman Jared Leigh, 2003, demonstrates the soiled look. His sea partner. Midshipman David Chapman, 2003, probably is thankful for being a deckie on this trip. contained in the engine room. Engine cadets typically spend their days crawling in grease and other such mess and love every minute of it! Engineer Jon Jackson, 2003, is shown doing his duty in a different sort of mess in the cadet stateroom (below left). Midshipman Dominic orders while keeping a watchful eye on the fuel pressure, exhaust valve temperature, and the time until coffee (right). Midshipmen Danny Allen, 2005, sports a clean face before the job of pulling a piston (below right). On the far right, top to bottom. Midshinmen Tim Smith. the engine room The other portion of sea year is Bucciarelli, 2005, answers bell Every year four Midshipmen are handpicked to embark on a journey to Antarctica. Along the way, stops are made in exotic ports in New Zealand, Australia, and South America. The M V Gus Darnell is the merchant tanker assigned to this voyage (left). Midshipman Jared Leigh, 2003, explores some of Australia’s natural wonders (far left). Midshipman Lucas Johnson, 2003, took this dramatic shot of the Coast Guard icebreaker from the air (below far left). Midshipmen Chapman and Leigh even got a chance to try their and at cross continent skiing (below left). The whole crew gathers on the icepack on New Years Day (below). Although you can’t tell it, that’s Midshipman Dana Treb, 2003, exploring an ice crevasse (below right). the Although Cadets visit many different countries during their time at sea, some of the best times can be had right here in the USA. Take these pictures of Halloween in New Orleans, Lousiana. Midshipman X, 200? gets introduced to the local Girl Scout Troop while on a shore outing (above and right). Times like these can be found all over the country! To the far right, Midshipmen, both class of 2003, prepare to cast off lines on the SS Jeremiah O’Brien. Many Midshipmen spend time on this Liberty Ship to satisfy those last few sea days. 56 Midshipmen Lee Frasier, Sean Holt, and Brian Ryglowski, all class of 2003, celebrate Christmas at the “Canal for the New Millenium” (left). Midshipmen Libby Palker and Sam Skeens, 2005, pause to reflect as they peer out over the New York skyline. I While in Spain, Midshipman Melony Hildebrandt, 2003, pauses for contemplation on the beach (right). Not everyone spends their time on the beach, however. Midshipmen Liz Gardner and Phara Webster, 2004, prefer some of Italy’s more historic neigborhoods (below). Midshipmen Remi Smith and Jared Leigh, both 2003, stop running across the runway just long enough to take this picture in front of the Rock of Gibraltar (below right). I ♦ Ml r % v i Jr Midshipman Jose Solorzano, 2003, is captured in front of the famous Flavian Arena, better known to us as the Roman Coliseum. 59 Midshipman Andrew Lovgren, 2005, gets a history lesson on the pyramids in, where else, Egypt (above). To the right, Ross Kansliter and Matt Hedglin soak up the mud in the Dead Sea. 60 Midshipman Rob Tolleson, 2005, puts his best foot forward as he meets the locals in the Middle East (left). Midshipman Christopher March, 2003, poses as he rides high atop a camel around Petra, Jordan (above). sun sun sun sun i ■ m v_ K..._ _ Perhaps one of the best parts of being out at sea are the sunsets. The sky can come alive in those last few minutes as the sun races for the other side of the world. The pictures in this section need no captions as they speak for themselves... 62 01 Roberto Herrera SO C 5-10 170 Kingsville, TX H.M. King Kings Point finished the 2003 season with an overall record of 13-21 -1, a Knickerbocker Baseball Conference mark of 9-13, and a Skyline Conference ledger of 7-7. Rookie Kellan Lancaster earned ECAC Division III Metro-Region Baseball All- Star Honorable Mention honors for the 2003 campaign. An outfielder and a pitcher for the Mariners, he ranked second on the team with a .357 batting average. In 26 games, Lancaster had 70 at- bats, 25 hits (including five doubles), 11 RBI, and seven runs scored. On the mound, he had an ERA of 5.27 and a 1-3 record. In six appearances he started four games and pitched two complete games. He allowed 26 hits, 16 earned runs, 25 walks, and struckout 24 in 27.1 innings of work. 02 Bernard Lutz SO 3B OF 5-10 150 Grove City, OH Bishop Ready 03 Brian Kelly SR SS 5-9 160 Palm City, FL Martin County 04 Alex DePalo FR 2B SS 5-9 155 Huntington Station, NY St. Anthony's 05 Jon Burnett SR 1B P 6-0 220 Helena, MT Helena 10 Adam Vanden Boogaard FR C OF 6-0 175 Longmont, CO Longmont 11 A1 Giordano JR C Util. 5-6 160 Landenberg, PA Salesianum School (PA) 12 Dustin Hoffman FR P 3B 6-2 165 West Milton, PA Lewisburg Area 13 Ross Coviello FR OF 5-11 175 Cape Coral, FL Cape Coral 15 Mike Borszich SR P OF 5-10 180 Glendale, AZ Mountain Ridge 16 Steve Casapulla SR P OF 5-8 175 Oxford, CT Nonnewaug 18 Will Hibbard SR P 5-11 175 Sandwich. MA Sandwich 19 Blake Stasa JR P 6-1 185 Vieques, Puerto Rico Fajardo Academy 20 Packard Trent SR P 6-0 200 Fairmont, WV Fairmont 21 Ben Earnest JR P OF 5-10 160 Conifer. CO Cherry Creek 25 Patrick Sampson JR P IF 5-10 190 Kenmore, NY Canisius 30 Matthew Guest JR 3B 5-7 185 Plymouth, MA Coyle-Cassidy 31 Kellan Lancaster FR P OF 5-10 170 Bakersfield, CA Eagle 33 Harlow Wood SO 2B 5-10 170 Poulsbo, WA North Kitsap 34 Antonio Kull SO IB 5-10 175 Commerce, TX Commerce 37 Mike Prim SO C 1B 5-10 190 Severna Park, MD Severna Park The US Merchant Marine Academy's baseball team had three of its members earn Skyline Conference All- Conference honors. Senior captains Brian Kelly and Jon Burnett, and freshman Kellan Lancaster were selected to the Second-Team. t The Graff family at a ceremony for their son, Kenny Graff 01, who passed away this past year. The Kings Point baseball team stunned rival Coast Guard on Lower Roosevelt Field on May 1 with an exciting 8-3 victory. The Mariners improved their overall ledsrer to 12-20-1 following the victory over the Bears, who had beaten the team 15-5 on March 8 in the season opener. 67 01 22 Jill Cookson SOP 02 Aileen Villano SR CF 03 33 Tori Millar SO OF 04 23 Jeanne Ferrer FR IF 05 Jena Jeffries JR 3B 06 46 Heather Lampert FR OF 07 Mickey Stark SR IF 08 Liz Hagner SO C Util. 09 Christina Penning JR OF 10 Sandra Short SO P 1B 11 Kimberly Sercel FROF 1B 12 Dawn Ivancik SO 1B C 13 Allyson Christensen FR 1B 14 Cathleen Williamson FR OF 15 Kaitlin O’Brien FR OF 16 Alison Martins JR OF 17 Jessica France SO SS Util. 18 Melannie Lovercheck SR OF 19 Jeanne Klaine JR IF 21 Libby Palker SO IF Heather Stone - Head Coach Tina Phillips - Volunteer Assistant Coach Lt. Eddie Ragin - Volunteer Assistant Coach 68 The Mariners had the most successful season in Kings Point Softball history. Head Coach Heather Stone led team to the NCAA Division III Softball Tournament. The Mariners entered the NCAA Regional Tournament after three very exciting wins at the Skyline Tournament. The Ladies went into the tournament seeded number three and started by upsetting number two ranked Manhattanville. It only got better from there. The following day the Mariners took two wins from number one seeded and undefeated St. Joseph's to win the Skyline Title. After playing two excellent games at the NCAA Regional Tournament, opponents will be looking to see the Mariners back next season. 69 2003 Roster 11 Jeanne Ferrer G FR 5-5 12 Cathleen Williamson G F FR 5-10 13 Samantha Skeens G SO 5-5 23 Renee Sherman G SO 5-7 24 Aubrey Murdock F SO 5-10 25 Jessica Taylor F FR 5-7 31 Laila Linares F FR 5-11 33 Rebecca Segert F JR 5-10 Mike Murray - Head Coach Doug Carter - Assistant Coach Junior captain Rebecca Segert of the US Merchant Marine Academy’s women's basketball team was named a Skyline Conference First-Team All-Star. She led the Mariners in scoring (22.2 points per game), rebounding (9.1 rebounds per game), shooting percentage (35.8%), three-point percentage (38.7%), and free-throw percentage (83.5%). Segert currently ranks seventh in the nation in scoring and recorded nine double-doubles this year, often being double and triple- teamed. She scored a season- high 34 points against SUNY Old Westbury and was named the Skyline Player of the Week once. She led the Skyline in scoring all season, averaging 24.0 ppg and 9.9 rpg in Skyline play. Segert scored 20+ points in 16 of 22 games and 30+ points in four contests, bringing her three-year career point total to 1,686. 1 70 This year has marked the third memorable season for the Women’s Varsity Basketball Team. This season was full of “fresh starts.” The program was introduced to a new head coach, Mike Murray, and assistant coach, Doug Carter. Coach Murray joined KPWB from a four year assistant coaching position at Tufts University. Coach Carter, also the Assistant Women’s Softball coach, was a welcome addition to the program from Lock Haven University. Both coaches worked extremely hard this season and presented the promise that hard work and sacrifice would be rewarded in a steady and visible improvement of the team. The new staff was given a youthful three-year program and put every effort forth to bring the program as a whole to the next level. The schedule for the Mariners this season was a tough one; they played nationally ranked teams in competitive conferences. The dedication, character and unrelenting work ethic of the ladies this year is truly commendable, even through the 1 and 25 record and numerous key injuries through out the season. Not boasting any seniors this year, the team was led by junior captain and starting forward shooting guard Becca Segert. Segert. the Skyline Conference Player of the Year (2001 - 2002), averaged a consistent and vital 22.2 points per game, and led the Mariners in several statistical categories. Despite an early season knee injury, she ranked nationally in points per game and rebounds and also named a Skyline Conference First Team All-Star. KPWB, while being a rather young program presenting young players, feeds on the leadership taught in the regiment. Bringing valuable experience from last year's season the three sophomores, Aubrey Murdock (center), Renee Sherman (point guard) and Samantha Skeens (shooting guard) provided the essential nucleus of the team. The incoming freshmen supplied the necessary power and backbone for the Mariners. Jeanne Ferrer, Laila Linares, Cathleen Williamson, and Jessica Taylor all contributed heavily to the improvement of the Mariners. With another year of collegiate experience, KPWB will definitely be a force to contend with next season. 71 “When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on. Season Record Muskingum College of Wooster W, 77-71 Wooster College of Wooster L, 93-70 Mt. St. Vincent W, 93-66 Coast Guard L, 62-60 NYU L, 80-65 John Jay W, 71-65 SUNY Old Westbury W, 71-70 SUNY Maritime W, 73-53 Staten Island College W, 68-45 Bethany College L, 89-83 William Paterson L, 64-52 CCNY W, 85-65 Manhattanville L, 71-58 Stevens Tech W, 87-72 Yeshiva W, 79-50 Mt. St. Vincent W, 80-78 Mt. St. Mary W, 72-65 SUNY Old Westbury W, 64-60 (OT) Manhattanville W, 82-77 Stevens Tech L, 82-81 SUNY Maritime W, 66-57 St. Joseph’s L, 75-69 Yeshiva W, 73-67 St. Joseph’s W, 74-65 Mt. St. Mary W, 71-64 Yeshiva Skyline Conference Playoff W, 74-58 SUNY Old Westbury Skyline Conference Playoff W, 65-61 Mt. St. Mary Skyline Conference Championship W, 65-54 CCNY NCAA Tournament First Round Game W, 63-57 Ramapo NCAA Second Round L, 92-76 Overall Record: 21-9 Conference Games Gabe Whitney cutting down the net after a playoff victory 72 Sky Holm gets some air... but missed. i Only at Kings Point r. e • 0} SJ I:; iL In V --r:. ' - Sf 2) V rv. k ■ I i 1 'i 03 Lou DeCarlo G FR 6-0 05 Jamie Starr G FR 6-0 10 Doug Hopper G SR 6-0 11 Kevin Corrigan G SR 6-0 14 Nic Hutnyak G F FR 6-3 15 Eric Berg G F FR 6-3 . 21 Paul Tricarico G FR 6-2 22 Glenn Gartner F SO 6-4 23 Sky Holm G F SO 6-4 24 Jason Bernick G SR 6-1 30 Eric Hanson G F FR 6-7 31 Mark Medvetz G JR 6-3 32 Kevin Kreutz G F SR 6-3 33 Josh Buck G F SO 6-5 34 Joe Hart F SO 6-7 44 Seth Cobb F SR 6-5 50 Zach Wyatte F FR 6-7 55 Gabe Whitney F JR 6-7 Chris Carideo - Head Coach Matt Macciocca - Assistant Coach Peter Linderman - Assistant Coach 73 Cross Country Kapfer Runs Fast Junior Chris Kapfer (Tualatin, OR) continued his successful cross country career with the Mariners this season. He consistently finished within the top five in five meets this season. Kapfer came in first place at the James Early Invitational, during which he set his season-best time of 25:12.10. Prior to this race, he finished second (25:23) at the Keene State College Invitational, behind Mark Miller (Keene State), who is the indoor and outdoor 1500m NCAA Champion. At the time, Miller was ranked first in the nation and was the preseason favorite to win the NCAA Cross Country Title. Kapfer’s fifth place finish (26:14) at the NCAA Division III Mid-Atlantic Regional gave him the opportunity to compete at the NCAA Championships for the second time in his career. He completed the 8km course in 27:23.6 to rank 179th. The fastest of the fast, the smoothest of THE SMOOTH, ALL WITH THEIR SHIRTS OFF. Team Roster Patrick Arnold '03 Joe Baran Jonathan Bess '03 Josh Bibb David Byun '03 Nathan Daffron Adam Dawson James Dulong Bradford Eastman Douglas Einhorn Brian Fitzpatrick Megan Jenkins Chris Kapfer Patrick Lee Jason Neiman Kevin O'Sullivan Adam Rapacki John Rapacki '03 Ryan Ripley Christopher Rowley Brian Shepherd '03 Aaron Smeckert Tim Smith '03 Shawn Strawbridge Justin Van Tries '03 Willie Walker III Andrew Williams Christina Anderson Marissa Basic Victoria Gigante Melissa Mejias Lisa Taylor '03 Yolanda Flamino- Head Coach Go, Johnny, Go. John Bess Finished a Great Career with an excellent season. 2002 Season The 2002 XC season was one of the most successful in team history. Coach Gary Gardner led the team to a solid start, ushering the way for new coach Yolanda Flamino to take over and continue the success. A core group of freshmen (Chris Rowley, Shawn Strawbridge, Jason Neiman, and Adam Rapacki) emerged and will be the core of the program for years to come. Coach Flamino led the team to the Skyline Conference Championship, with Jason Neiman leading the way as the Individual Champion. Sophomore Drew Williams had a great year, consistently performing a close second behind Junior sensation Chris Kapfer. After a fall break trip to Boston, the team competed at the 2002 Mid- Atlantic NCAA Regional Qualifier and placed 12th overall out of 33 teams, the highest placing in program history. In muddy conditions, Chris Kapfer ran a smart race, placing 5th overall and qualifying for a trip to the Division III Championships at St. Olaf College (MN). The 2003 season looks extremely bright, with Kapfer, Williams, next year’s sophomores (including Kevin O’Sullivan), and future seniors Josh Bibb. Joe Baran. and Brad Eastman looking to compete for the varsity team. Next year’s group will continue to lead the team towards national-level competition. Above: Mud Is Fun. Below: Lookin' Good, Johnny B. Muhlenberg: L, 54-3 Norwich: W, 26-21 Springfield: L, 26-13 The College of New Jersey: W, 27-10 WPI: W, 20-3 Plymouth State College: W, 28-13 St. Lawrence: W, 24-0 Western Connecticut: W, 20-17 (OT) Grove City College: W. 35-17 Coast Guard W, 31-6 Wilkes ECAC South Atlantic Championship L. 33-7 2002 Record m-' Football 2002 Roster 01 Jason McKay WR JR 02 Andrew Ghiglia WR SO 03 Josh Hansen LB SO 04 Matthew Fuhrman LB SO 05 Darren Haefele WR JR 06 Cole Patterson DB SO 07 Eric Pickett DB SR 08 Dan Circclli QB JR 09 David McNeal RB JR 10 Jonny DeBerry QB JR 11 Erik Hedval K SR 12 Joe Savidge LB SO 13 Frank Dore DB FR 14 Michael Huzyak WR FR 15 Clay Garcia WR JR 16 Matt Wilkenson QB FR 17 Will Sanders QB FR 18 Patrick McCrory DB SO 19 Kris Smith WR FR 20 Devin Lefebvre DB SR 21 Mike Brady DB SR 22 Liam Defronzo DB FR 24 Brian Lipski DB SO 25 Adam Franco DB FR 26 Brandon Teal DB FR 27 Peter Belford WR FR 28 Jeremy Moseley K P JR 29 Matthew Swank DB FR 31 David Kozich RB SR 32 Jason Hardwick RB FR 33 Jamal Locklear RB FR 34 Charlie Mayrer TE FR 35 Dan McLaughlin LB SR 36 Michael Perich LB FR 38 David McIIravy LB JR 40 Kevin O’Connor TE JR 41 Craig Gundry DB SR 42 Tom Flanagan FB SR 43 Andrew Etter DL SR 44 Pat Dowling FB JR 45 Neal Sebastian DB FR 46 Frank Toner DB SO 47 Jason Downey LB SO 48 Greg Jolly DB FR 49 Michael DeStefano DB FR 50 Tim McLaughlin DL SR 52 Matt Wilcox LB FR 53 Vincent D’Eusanio OL SR 54 Matt Tomo LB SR 55 Greg Elliott LB SO 56 Mike Rye LB SR 57 Bruce Bonnecarrere LB SO 58 Preston Raulerson DL FR 59 Brian Anderson OL FR 60 Joe Gallucci OL SO 61 Joe Ducharme OL FR 62 Adam Shrives OL SO 64 Steve Hohenshelt OL SR 65 Mike Gonzales OL SO 66 Jeff Hitzel OL JR 67 Mike McFeeley TE JR 69 Matthew Marlowe OL FR 70 Justin McAdams OL SO 71 Andrew Gates DL SO 72 Walt Wagner DL SR 73 George Bentley DL SO 74 Tom O’Toole OL FR 75 Kyle Franklin DL JR 76 Jacob George OL SR 77 Robert Rickards OL FR 78 Nathan Anderson OL FR 79 Mike Troiano DL FR 80 Colt McCay WR SO 82 Josh Diedrich WR FR 85 Ira Douglas TE SO 87 Jarrod Dewitz K SR 89 Paul Silva K FR 90 Joe Michnya LB SO 91 Chris Gugliotta OL SO 92 JP Kost DL SR 94 Rashaad Patterson DL FR 96 Chuck Leonard TE SO 97 Devon Pearson DL SO 98 Jake Scott LB FR 99 Rich Martucci DL JR Tyler Laverick DB FR 2002 marked the final season for Head Coach Charlie Pravata, who has a career coaching record of 66-47-2 in 12 seasons. He will retire as the Academy's all-time winningest football coach. 77 Football Has Banner Season After an unimpressive 1 -2 start the Mariner Football Team turned the season around with seven consecutive victories. The start of the winning streak began with a 27-10 victory over the 17th-ranked College of New Jersey. Impressive wins over Plymouth State at Homecoming in a steady rain, 24th-ranked Western Connecticut State in overtime and a fifth consecutive 31 -6 win over arch rival Coast Guard Academy highlighted the outstanding season. The running of All-American junior tailback, David McNeal spearheaded the Mariner offensive attack. The defensive from of Walt Wagner ‘03, Rich Martucci ‘04 and Kyle Franklin ‘04 kept opponents under 100 yards per game rushing and put enemy quarterbacks under constant pressure. Senior Eric Pickett led a stingy defensive secondary. The major turn around gained the Mariners a second place finish in the Freedom Football Conference Standings and a post-season ECAC South Atlantic Regional Bowl appearance vs. Wilkes University. The Mariners lost the contest 33-7 on Tomb Field. The Blue Gray ended their impressive season at 8-3 overall, 5-1 in Conference play. All America Dave McNeal was joined on the FFC First All-Star Team by Offensive Linemen Vinny D’Eusanio ‘03 and Steve Hohenshelt ‘03 and Defensive Linemen Rich Martucci ‘04 and Kyle Franklin ‘04. Franklin was named the FFC Defensive Player of the Year. Strong safety Plebe Frank Dore was named the Conference’s Rookie if the Year. In his final season as Head Coach, Charlie Pravata was named FFC Coach of the Year. Six Mariners were selected to the FFC Second All-Star Team: Justin McAdams ‘05(OL), Walt Wagner ‘03(DE), Matt Fuhrman ‘05(LB), Josh Hansen ‘05(LB), Eric Pickett ‘03(CB) and Erik Hedval ‘03(K). Four players earned 2002 FFC All Academic honors (3.0 GPA): Seniors Tom Flanagan, Ira Douglas and Matt Tomo and sophomore Cole Patterson. 78 Golf 2002 Season The 2002 men’s golf season contained many highlights for the squad, as a team and individually. The Mariners had their best-ever performance at the Service Academy Golf Classic in Dallas, TX this year. The Blue and Gray broke 1300 for the first time, with a team score of 1267. Roster Scott Brant Dan Dugan Todd Ginavan Tom Hamilton Kyle Iannacchino Heather Lampert Kevin Monaco Ryan Sharrar Ty Shimada Mickey Stark Brian Stocker Jeff Zamarin Head Coach: Kevin Daly The Golfers Tennis 2003 Season The Mariners finish the season with a 5-11 overall record and a 3-2 mark in the Skyline Conference. Roster Jordan Brown Chan Chow Ben Hales Hannah Kim Aaron Lewis Randy Reed Brantley Rushing Todd Stallings Daniel Tripp Sang Yi Head Coach: Sean Perera Sang Yi In Action Rifle and Pistol Pistol + + k . + k + ♦ A The pistol team came back from competing at the NR A Collegiate Nationals on Sunday March 23. The Mariners competed in all three open events: Free, Standard and Air Pistol. Their highest team result was in Free Pistol with a point total of 1767, earning them ninth place. The highest individual result was from junior captain Bo Feely who shot a 502 in the Free match to earn 19th place. The competition was tough, and with a team consisting ot 75% freshmen, the Mariners performed well. This was the final season for the MARINER PISTOL TEAM. R.I.P. The USMMA Mariner Rifle team finished its final season as varsity team with its best record in recent memory. Captain Michael Hayes led the team through hardships to a small-bore-rifle win in the Expert Division at MAC Championships; a whole division higher than last year. Senior Aaron Seesan, the returning MVP, continued to support the team with high scores, while senior member Alan Syslo had his best year ever by shooting consistently in the upper 1000’s. Junior Eric Gecelosky also added strength by consistently shooting around the 1100 mark. Plebe team members Alethea Shade and Michael Dowell showed great promise for the team's future by shooting in the 1000’s; an incredible feat for first year competitors. Highlights for the year included the Mariners competing in the Annual All- Service Academy Rifle Match in the fall; the first time a team has represented USMMA in this match. Another highlight was the flooding of the United States Naval Academy's air-gun range when a stray air-pellet from Aaron Seesan’s air-rifle struck a sprinkler head downrange. Jason Berger FR Andrew Callahan FR Bo Feely JR Chris Kopinski FR Mike Mikulak FR Igor Zolotarev - Head Coach Rifle Mick Dowel FR Carl Erickson SO Eric Gecelosky JR Richard Hammer FR Mike Hayes SR Robert Huish FR Steve Miemicki SR Aaron Seesan SR Alan Syslo SR In the off-season, the team had opportunities to compete as a club in high- power matches sponsored by the New York State Rifle and Pistol Association. Sophomore Carl Erickson, nearly a rookie, stunned the judges with scores in the expert category using a standard issue M-16 rifle and ammunition. This was the final season for the mariner Rifle team. R.I.P. Senior captain Patrick O'Brien of the men’s lacrosse team was named to the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association Scholar All-America Lacrosse Team. O'Brien anchored the Mariners' defense, starting every game and collecting 18 groundballs. He was a Knickerbocker Lacrosse Conference All-Conference First- Team selection for the second year in a row and earned ECAC Division III Metro-Region All-Star Second-Team honors. The Blue and Gray finished the season with an 8-5 overall record and a 6-1 mark in the Knickerbocker Lacrosse Conference. Jim Krantz of Kings Point’s men’s lacrosse team was a named a First-Team All-Star. As a midfielder, he led the squad with 18 assists and 63 groundballs. He ranked second in points (44) and third in goals (26). Krantz finished his career tied for seventh for all- time goals (122), tied for fourth in assists (74), and finished fourth for all-time points (200). Attacker Ross Cutler and defender Patrick O'Brien were selected to the Second-Team. Cutler finished the season ranking second in goals (36) and assists (17), and first in points (47). He is the Mariners’ all-time leader in assists (108) and points (241), and is fifth in goals (133). 2003 Roster 01 Andrew Rogers SO GK M 02 Chris Salmonese FR M 03 Walter Keane SO GK 04 David Shafer SO D 05 Michael Citarelli FR D 06 Dan Gately SO M 07 Matt McCarthy SO A 08 Will Smith SR M 09 Ken Kneisly JR M 10 Mark Garcia SO D 11 John Horn SR D 12 Mike Doris SO M 13 Patrick O'Brien SR D 14 Jimmy Braudt FR A 15 Joe Azzata JR M 16 Tony McDonald FR M 17 Matthew Scott FR M 18 Jim Krantz SR M 19 Benson Peretti JR GK 21 Sean Quinn SO D 22 Cameron Ingram JR M 23 Jahn Gerdes JR D M 24 Nick Watts SR A 25 Joe Welsh SO M 27 Ross Cutler SR A 29 Joe Finley SR A 31 Alex Hcnel SO M 32 Brendan Myers FR M 38 Steve Raterman JR M 39 Phil Curran JR D 40 Michael Hatzidakis FR D 47 Matt Bers SO D Tom Gill - Head Coach Scott Coleman - Assistant Coach Dan Marino - Assistant Coach I A A i A • '� f X All Americans Senior midfielder Will Corrigan (East Williston, NY) paced the Mariners in scoring, with 12 goals and nine assists for 35 points. He finishes his career with 23 goals and 25 assists for 71 points. Corrigan had several outstanding performances this year. He scored both goals in the Mariners’ 2-1 overtime victory against Vassar College on September 14. Most recently, he had the game-winning goal in the Blue and Gray’s 1- 0 victory over Rowan University in the Regional Semifinal of the 2002 NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer Championship Tournament. Corrigan was named to the Verizon Academic A11-America Second- Team. which was the first time a member of the soccer team earned this honor. He was also selected to the Skyline Conference All- Star First-Team for the second year in a row. In addition, Corrigan was named the Skyline Conference Men’s Soccer Championship Tournament Most Valuable Player for scoring two goals during the tournament. Most recently, he was named to the NSCAA Adidas 2002 NCAA Division III Metro Region First-Team and to the NSCAA adidas Men’s Division 111 All-America Team. fju- ’¥ •- Senior back Seamus Hunt (Collegeville, PA) finished the season with 11 goals and two assists for 24 points. Hunt totaled 14 goals and four assists for 32 points in his career. He had numerous game-winning goals this season. The first was against Mt. St. Mary College, when he headed in a corner-kick with six seconds left in regulation. Two weeks later against Stevens Institute of Technology. Hunt booted in a penalty kick 48 seconds into the second half to give the Mariners a 3-2 lead. The win gave the Blue and Gray a perfect 8-0 mark in the Skyline Conference and also gave them the 1 seed heading into the Conference Championship Tournament. Hunt's final game-winning goal was a penalty kick w ith 30 seconds remaining against Johnson Wales University in the first round of the NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Championship Tournament. At the conclusion of the season, he was named the Skyline Conference Player of the Year for the second time in his career. Hunt also earned NSCAA,Adidas 2002 NCAA Division III Metro Region First-Team honors for the second year in a row. He was also to the NSCAA adidas Men's Division III All- America Team � ■■ «mug . 84 0 James PapazisSO (X) Aaron Kleinennan SO 01 Jarred Schwandt FR 02 Matt Spears FR 04 Rob Tibbals SR 05 Devin Burgess SR 06 Joe Meagher SO 07 Suni Sukduang SR 08 Josh Wooster SO 09 Glen Peer SO 10 Nick Dandapani FR 11 Jimmy Kirk JR 12 Seamus Flunt SR 13 Will Corrigan SR 14 Mitchell Johnson FR 15 Colin Boyle FR 16 Marcial Alzugaray SO 17 David Heichemer FR 18 Everet Lindholm SO 19 Will Neil SO 20 Anthony Casey SO 21 Tim Shea JR 22 Ryan Brune SR 23 Nick Palumbo FR 24 Ryan Eaton FR 25 Mike McGovern SR 26 Chris Arnold SR Michael Smolens - Head Coach John Fitzgerald - Associate Coach The 2002 campaign of the US Merchant Marine Academy’s men’s soccer team was the most successful in the program’s history. The Mariners finished the season with an overall record of 19-4 and a perfect 8-0 mark in the Skyline Conference. In addition, the Blue and Gray clinched the Skyline Conference Championship, earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer Championship Tournament. The squad advanced to the Regional Final, which was the furthest the Academy has ever gone in soccer action. The Mariners were nationally ranked as high as 15th. During the month of September, the team went on an eight-game winning streak. Kings Point shutout their opponents 13 times, while only failing to score once. The squad’s 19 wins were the most in the program's history. This year also marked Head Coach Mike Smolens’ 11th post-season appearance in 13 seasons with the Blue and Gray. Men’s Team Colin Adler SR Middle Distance, Free Ricardo Anguizola FR Sprint, Free Jesse Bowser FR Back, IM, Sprint Andrew Dunlevy FR MD. Distance C had Fondren JR Distance, Free C raig Gundry SR Middle Distance Ed Hertz SO Middle Distance Sam Higginbottom SO Sprint, Free Mark Jimenez FR Breast, IM Paul Kim SR Back, IM Brendan Kruse JR Diving Joel Meyer JR Diving Chris Murray FR Back Nicholas Nardone FR Diving Bryan Nicholson SO Sprint, Free, Back Brandon Parrish SO Middle Distance Scott Payne SR Fly, Sprint, Free Pedro Pinilla FR Free Joe Quirk JR Back, IM Justin Ray FR Breast Adam Richardson SO Fly Dave Rigual SR Breast, IM Scot Rives SR Breast Luis Antonio Solis FR Breast Will Whitehouse SO Sprint, Free Women’s Team Allyson Christensen FR Distance Laura Jenkins JR Distance, IM Jennifer Johnson FR Back Melissa Mejias FR Free Audrey Meyers JR Sprint, Free Carly Moore FR Free, Back, Breast Jacqueline Paul FR Free, Back Marlianna Pippen FR Diving Kimberly Sercel FR Back, Free Krista Smith SO Sprint, Free Alisha Wolfe SO Diving The US Merchant Marine Academy's men's swimming and diving team finished fourth overall and third in Division III at the Metropolitan Collegiate Championships held at The College of New' Jersey from Friday, February 21 to Sunday, February 23. A total of four Academy Records were broken by freshman Andrew Dunlevy, junior Joe Quirk, and senior David Rigual. TheUs Friday, Uura; 86 _ Swimming Diving Freshman swimmer Andrew Dunlevy (West Lafayette, IN) and junior diver Joel Meyer traveled with Head coach Sean Tedesco and Diving Coach Kevin Ryan to Emory University for the NCAA Division III Men's Swimming Championships this past weekend. The two competitors brought home a 30th place finish as a team, beating rival Coast Guard who was 41 st. Dunlevy swam in three Dangerous When Wet The US Merchant Marine Academy's women's swimming and diving team finished eighth overall and fifth in Division III at the Metropolitan Collegiate Championships held at The College ol New Jersey from Friday, February 21 to Sunday, February 23. A total of four Academy Records were broken by juniors Laura Jenkins and Audrey Meyers. events for the Blue and Gray. He was 10th in the mile (1650 Free) in an Academy Record and lifetime-best time of 16:07.3. Dunlevy finished 20th in the 200 Free in 1:43.70. This was a very strong finish for Dunlevy in this event as he was seeded 37th entering the meet. His race time moved him up 17 places. In the 500 Free, Dunlevy placed 30th in 4:43.70. On the diving side of things, junior Joel Meyer (Danville, CA) competed for the third consecutive year at NCAAs and was named an All- America for the third year. Meyer struggled on the one-meter board, missing his first dive, unable to recover from the deficit, he placed.20th overall. However, the meet was not over for Meyer. He regrouped the next day and qualified for the three-meter finals. On Saturday in the three-meter finals, he placed sixth overall. His point total was 432.20 and his sixth- place finish earned him All-America accolades for the fourth time. He has been named All-America in three-meter in 2001, in both three meter and one meter in 2002, and again in three meter in 2003. 87 Track Field D-nrs The US Merchant Marine Academy's track and field team competed in the ECAC Division III Champsionships hosted by MIT on Thursday, May 15 and Friday, May 16. The team finished in seventh place overall. In the first day of competition, freshman Charles Mayrer threw 140’0 in the discus, his second furthest throw of the season. After five events in the decathlon, freshman Adam Polite was in first place while sophomore Kevin Pusateri was fourth. Polite remained in first at the conclusion of the meet, finishing with 6,248 points, good for a provisional NCAA qualifying mark. He set personal records in the 400m, 110 high hurdles, and the 1500m and had a season-best mark in the pole vault. Pusateri finished in fourth place with a personal-best score of 5,768. He set personal records in the 400m, 1500m, 110 high hurdles, and the pole vault. He also had season- best performances in the javelin and the longjump. Junior Todd Hoyt finished in second place in the 400m with a time of48.74, setting new personal and Academy Records. The 4x 100 Relay Team of junior Allen Hsiao, Todd Hoyt, junior Louis Barbieri, and freshman Willie Walker finished second, setting a new Academy Record with a time of43.39. 88 2003 Roster Marissa Basic FR Mid. Dist. Distance Melissa Meijas FR Mid. Dist. Distance Lisa Taylor SR Mid. Dist. Distance Louis Barhicri JR Sprints Jonathon Bess SR Middle Distance Erik Corcoran JR Sprints Vincent D'Eusanio SR Throws Nathan Daffron SO Distance Benjamin Darr JR Middle Distance Douglas Einhorn FR Distance Brian Fitzpatrick SO Distance Travis Hanebrink SO Throws Steve Hohenshelt SR Throws Todd Hoyt JR Sprints Allen Hsiao JR Jumps Charles Mayrcr FR Throws Patrick McCrory SO Hurdles Jumps Tim McLaughlin SR Throws Patrick Myers JR Middle Distance Jason Neiman FR Distance Kevin O'Sullivan FR Distance Fred Peemoeller JR Jumps Henry Peterson FR Sprints Adam Polite FR Multi’s Kevin Pusateri SO Multi’s Adam Rapacki FR Distance Christopher Rowley FR Distance Alex Sichel JR Middle Distance Shawn Strawbridge FR Distance George Stukes FR Middle Distance Willie Walker FR Sprints Drew Williams SO Distance k 89 2003 Record Hunter L.3-0 Stevens Tech L.3-0 Medaille L.3-0 Ramapo L,3-l NJCU W, 3-2 Mt. St. Vincent L.3-1 Mt. St. Vincent L.3-0 Lasell College W, 3-0 Medgar Evers W, 3-1 NJCU L, 3-2 Yeshiva W, 3-0 Ramapo L.3-0 Lehman L.3-2 Lees-McRae L.3-0 NY City Tech W, 3-2 Yeshiva W, 3-0 Stevens Tech L.3-0 NJCU L.3-0 York (NY) W, 3-2 SUNY Purchase W, 3-1 NY Polytech W. 3-0 NY Polytech W. 3-0 90 Ray Harmer '03 The highlight of the season came when injured senior Ray Harmer (Bridgewater. NJ) made his way onto the court for the Blue and Gray’s final game in Liebertz Gymnasium. He served the winning 30th point in the second game as the gym echoed with a standing ovation from the stands. In the third game. Harmer again came out on the floor to serve the final point. NY Polytechnic returned the ball over the net and Harmer was set. Despite his severe ankle injury, he managed to strike the ball well and record the kill as the ball fell between the Polytech blockers and the net. It was Harmer’s 950th career kill. Harmer has had an outstanding career with Kings Point’s men’s volleyball team. A team captain and four-year letterwinner, he has played in 297 games and registered 950 kills for a career average of 3.2 per game . He has led Kings Point in kills for the past three years. Last season as a junior, Harmer was named a NECVA All- Conference Second-Team selection. Freshman outside hitter Kevin Cox was named the NECVA Metro Division Rookie of the Week. He earned a place on the Kings Point Invitational All- Tournament Team to cap a stellar all-around effort for the Mariners. In a 2-2 week for the Blue and Gray, Cox tallied 4.5 kills and 2.33 digs per game. He had 19 kills in a 3-2 w in over New York City Tech, 10 in two games against Yeshiva University, and combined for 25 more in losses to New' Jersey City University and Stevens Institute of Technology. Justin Strock Takint Care of Things The Result Of Rexha Getting The Minibus Stuck in The Mud The Final Team 02 Christopher March SR 5-11 OH 03 Daniel Yun JR 5-7 L 04 James Lipset FR6-0S 05 Roland Rexha JR 6-4 S 06 Ray Harmer SR 6-0 OH 07 Sean Foster JR 6-4 MB 09 Justin Strock JR 6-5 MB 10 Kevin Cox FR6-10H 11 Christopher Byrne SR 6-4 OP 12 Michael Hahn FR6-3MB 13 Michael Moore JR 6-3 OP S 14 Ryan Eaton FR5-110H Captains Head Coach: James Wilroy Mike Moore Everybody rip: V-Ball She Doesn't Go to School Here Danny 03 Lindsay Conte SO 5-9 MB 06 Alison Martins JR 5-3 L 09 Holly Cummings FR 5-7 OH 10 Kaitlin O'Brien FR 5-5 OH 12 Janine Wachter FR 5-10 MB 13 Maggie O’Connor SO 5-9 S Tena Jeffries JR 5-9 OP 02 Aileen Villano SR 5-5 L 11 Jessica France SO 5-8 OH Head Coach: James Wilroy Women's Volleyball John Jay W. 3-0 Lehman L, 3-1 Hunter L, 3-1 SUNY Oneonta L.3-0 Rutgers-Newark L, 3-1 Mt. St. Vincent W, 3-1 Swarthmore W. 3-0 William Paterson L, 3-2 CCNY W, 3-0 Lehman W. 3-1 Baptist Bible L.3-0 CCNY L.3-1 NYU L.3-0 SUNY Farmingdale L.3-1 Manhattanville W, 3-0 Montclair State L.3-0 Stevens Tech L.3-0 SUNY Old Westbury W, 3-0 Rutgers-Newark L.3-0 Lycoming L.3-2 York W. 3-0 Mt. St. Mary L.3-1 St. Joseph's W. 3-1 Coast Guard L.3-1 SUNY Maritime W, 3-0 Manhattanville W, 3-1 Trinity L.3-2 Keene L.3-0 Mt. St. Mary Skyline Conference Semifinal W, 3-1 St. Joseph's Skyline Conference Final L, 3-0 2002 Season Head Coach James Wilroy completed his first year at the top of the Blue and Gray's women's program with a 12-18 overall record and a second-place finish in the Skyline Championships. Under his direction, the program played its 600th match on the road at Mt. St. Vincent. Kings Point was led by outside hitter Jessica France ’05 and setter Maggie O'Connor '05. Both women were named to the Skyline Conference All-Star Team as France earned Player of the Year honors as well as being named a First-Team selection. O'Connor represented the Mariners on the Skyline Conference Second-Team. France, the 2001 Skyline Rookie of the Year, notched seven matches in 2002 with over 20 kills. She picked up at least 15 digs in 15 matches. France led the Mariners in the majority of statistical categories including: kills (458), kills per game (4.24), aces (84), and digs (417). She has a kill percentage of .286. O’Connor dished out 937 assists this season, averaging 8.68 per game. She was also second on the squad in blocks, tallying 23 solo and 39 assisted blocks for a total of 62. The 2003 edition of the Blue and Gray will lose one senior in Aileen Villano, a defensive specialist for the team. Villano ranked second on the team in digs last season with 304 playing the Mariners' libero as the women incorporated this defensive position into the game for the first time. Filling the void left by her departure w ill be one key to the success of the team in 2003. Jena Jeffries will return as an outside hitter next season and w ill be relied upon to improve on her 175 kills, 1.75 kills per game, and 37 blocks. 95 Water Polo Season Record Slippery RockW, 12-9 Salem International W, 12-4 George Washington L, 8-7 Grove City W, 20-8 Johns Hopkins L, 6-5 Princeton L, 8-5 Air Force W, 11-10 Bucknell L, 12-9 Queens L, 18-8 MIT L, 12-7 Fordham W, 14-3 St. Francis L, 20-14 Fordham W, 17-5 Iona L, 14-8 Penn State-Behrand W, 20-3 Johns Hopkins L, 15-6 Washington Jefferson W, 12-8 Harvard L, 8-4 Brown W, 10-8 Connecticut College W, 12-3 Coast Guard W, 15-4 St. Francis L, 12-2 Harvard L, 16-4 Fordham W, 14-2 Connecticut College W, 16-3 Overall Record: 13-12 The first winning season in KPWP history! Above: Joe Linehan In his Last Season at the Academy. Below Left: Matt Alexander Gettin’ Big. Below Right: The Freshman All Star Andrew Dunlevy 2002 Season Cory G: Captain. Gentleman, and Leader V Senior Goalie Christopher Byrne was in the team's success this year, including a win over the United States Air Force Academy. The Kings Point Men's 2002 Water Polo season was one to remember. It marked the end of the beginning. Coach Joe Linehan's final season with the Mariners w'as the first winning season in KPWP history. Coach Linehan came to Kings Point in 1998 on a mission to create a program that could compete with any team on the east coast. Coach Linehan brought to Kings Point his incredible work ethic, dedication, and a pure love for the sport. Senior Colin Adler continued his involvement with the team after completing his last year of eligibility in 2001 as assistant coach to Linehan in 2002. The Mariner's recorded a 13-12 overall record on their way to a third place finish in the Division III East Coast Championship. They also finished the season ranked sixth overall nationally in Division III. The team was led by senior captains Paul Kim (Driver) and Cory Gustafson (2 Meter Utility). All-American Paul Kim was voted the team MVP for the third straight year in a row. Both Kim and Gustafson were named to the All- Tournament team at the East Coast Division III Championship. The Mariners graduated 3 other seniors this year: Goalie Chris Byrne, Driver Seth Tharpe, and Driver Scot Rives. The Heart and Soul award was eiven to junior Utility Jeff Taylor and the Coach's Aw ard went to freshman Driver Charlie Leach. Perhaps the greatest moment this season came in the Mariner's 11-10 upset of the Division I nationally ranked (18th) Air Force Academy, marking the first time a Kings Point athletic program has defeated the USAFA in any sport. KPWP. Senior co-captain Paul Kim (Los Angeles, CA) of the US Merchant Marine Academy's water polo team was recently named to the 2002 Collegiate Water Polo Association All- America Second-Team for the second year in a row. In his final season with the Mariners, he led the team in steals (51) and assists (46), and ranked fourth in goals (26). The Blue and Gray had their first-ever winning season, finishing with an overall mark of 13-12. During Kim's four-year career, he tallied 134 goals, 196 steals, and 103 assists. As a sophomore, he was named to the Division III Eastern Championship All-Tournament First- Team. He has also been named the Team MVP twice in his career. The Last Season The 2002 US Merchant Marine Academy's water polo team had its most successful campaign, completing its first-ever winning-season, finishing with a 13-12 record. One of the highlights for the Mariners was their thrilling 11-10 victory over the US Air Force Academy at the Princeton Invitational. The Blue and Gray trailed by one goal heading into the final quarter against Air Force and overcame the deficit to win the game. Junior Matt DeBoer (Ann Arbor, MI) was the leading scorer with three goals. Senior captain Paul Kim (Los Angeles, CA) added two goals, four steals, three assists, and six drawn ejections in the win. Senior two-meter Cory Gustafson (Ojai, C A), also a team captain, and rookie Andrew Dunlevy (West Lafayette, CA) each scored once. Dunlevy contributed two steals and three assists while Gustafson added four steals and two assists. Senior goalie Chris Byrne (Phoenix, AZ) tallied nine blocks for Kings Point. Another highlight for the Blue and Gray was their third- place finish at the Division III Easterns held at MIT. The Mariners defeated Penn State-Behrand, 20-3, and Washington and Jefferson, 12-8, but they fell to Johns Hopkins, 15-6. Paul Kim was recently named to the 2002 Collegiate Water Polo Association All-America Second-Team for the second year in a row. In his final season with the Mariners, he led the team in steals (51) and assists (46), and ranked fourth in goals (26). Fellow classmate and co- captain Cory Gustafson led the Blue and Gray with 52 goals. He ranked third on the squad in assists (23) and tallied 27 steals. Andrew Dunlevy was second on the team in goals (49) and assists (30), and ranked third in steals (29). Goalie Chris Byrne totaled 151 saves and allowed 193 goals in 23 games. Below: Andrew Dunlevy At the Park. 98 RIP: KPWP 3 Justin Rav FR LD 4 Charlie Leach FR D 5 Jeff Tavlor JR Utility 6 Jeff Kennedy JR LD 7 Scot Rives SR D 8 Chris Rentner SO G 9 Paul Kim SR Utility 12 Jeff Boden JR D Jeff Taylor At His Matt Alexander AKA: Shrek 14 Seth Tharpe SR D 15 Cory Gustafson SR 2M 16 Matt DeBoer JR 2M 17 Matt Alexander SO 2M ♦Captains Joe Linehan - Flead Coach Colin Adler - Assistant Coach Wrestling Beat Coast Guard l';or the second year in a row, the Mariners defeated Coast Guard on the wrestling mat in thrilling fashion. Despite a power outage that forced the Coast Guard Academy to bring in generators and two spotlights to finish the match. Kings Point pulled out a 22-19 win in New London to improve to 6-5 in dual-meet competition. The meet began at 197 pounds and saw the Blue and Gray strike first as junior Ld DiPierro (Yardville, NJ) won a 3-2 decision, giving Kings Point a 3-0 lead. Coast Guard evened up the team score after winning a decision at Heavyweight and the meet moved into the lower weight classes. Mariners' sophomore Mike Syntax (Baltimore, MD) earned six crucial points by forfeit at 125 pounds as the Bears' Iiszhtweiiiht failed to make weight and Kings Point retook the lead at 9-3. Coast Guard won baek-to back decisions at 133 and 141 pounds and once again the match was all tied up (9-9). Senior captain P.l Silva (Weymouth, MA), returning from an injury for his final battle with arch-rival Coast Guard, gave Kings Point the lead for good. Silva dominated the Bears' John Lisko and won a four-point major decision by a 13-5 final to give the Mariners a 13-9 overall lead. At 157 pounds, senior Danny James (Fort Lauderdale, FL) pinned Jamie Grabowiski in six minutes. It was a terrific bout as James was trailing by a 6-3 score at the time of the pin. Freshman Anthony McDonald (Weymouth. MA) had. perhaps, the most exciting match of the day. There was one second left in the overtime period when the liehts went out. The rookie wrestler from Kings Point registered a near fall and won three points for his team w ith a decision in the overtime. Coast Guard, Next Year, Be there! Ihe Bears won the final two matches but it was not enough to hold on and the Mariners walked awav with a win for the second consecutive year. Captain P.J. Silva Gettin Some 100 « Roster Erick Amiscosa JR 133 Tyrone Barrion FR 157 Trevor Battles SR 174 Casey Dexter JR 141 Ed DiPierro JR 197 Gerry Fortuna SO 133 James Gardner SO 165 Kyle Iannacchino FR 165 Danny James SR 157 Matt Jones FR 174 Chris LeBouvier FR 157 Anthony McDonald FR 141 Jeff Nicholson SR 184 Alex Osborn FR 157 Paul Sallee SR 149 Tim Sallee FR 149 Steve Scrobe SO HWT PJ Silva SR 149 Paul Sparks SR 165 Chris Springer JR 184 Mike Syntax SO 125 Nate VandeVenter FR 165 John Victoria FR 133 Tim Alger - Head Coach Don't mess with these guys Celebrating after the Coast Guard victory Senior Trevor Battles had an injury shortened season but still lead the team in spirit Casey Dexter has a really big head £01 ....— With Captain Allee in the background, John Bennett and James Hix take the helm. Captain Allee looks on while Clifton Jackson takes a sight on the bridge wing. Casey Dexter guards the boxed lunches while Tim Sallee plots mischief. Midshipman X puts a hose away after a fire drill. 104 I T V Kings Pointer So you need Nicholas Hunter, Daniel Dugan, Dean Brown, Captain Allee, Chief Engineer Sembler, pose in front of the Kings Pointer on which they so nobly serve. Paul Sallee and PJ Silva take a break. Chief Engineer Sembler explains controls to these midshipmen. A shot of the Kings Pointer as it heads out on a training trip. Off shore... KP Pirates Columbia skipper Lee Fraser hoists the Skull and Crossbones and prepares for a life on the High Seas. Patience crew members Steven Heist, Matt Lynch, and Matt Miller take a quick break from cleaning their boat. Brad Griffin, commonly known as Gimpy, re- runs a halyard to the top of Columbia's mast Columbia from above while making about 8 knots. And the question is: Who was crazy enough to take this picture? Nate McCrillis climbs up a stanchion to jump into the water and cool off while the rest ofNo Quarter waits for wind. Middle: Jesse Waters works on Patience before she can 20 in the water. After a close crossing with the Academy's Columbia. No Quarter sails merrily away. Spitfire raises the Jib in preparation to take down the spinnaker. 107 John Mayoral and Chris Bobinger get dirty while cleaning engine parts. Dave Andrews, David Monk, Brian Griffin. RossKanzleiter the catch and Craig L of the day. Matt Schroeder and Ross Kanzleiter make good use of their oil rags. Ben Dowers has a good time cleaning Storm before a weekend TM. 1 M, en Dottie J alongside an aircraft carrier at the Sail For America Race. STORM1 Squadron Power Vroom Vroom Ian Meneely is eager to take Storm out for the day. Matt Alonge, standing proudly on the deck of Growler, shows us who is the boss of this tug. Right: Team Chad Mickelson at work. Dean Macris shares his expertise on crabs with Peter Flynt, who is all too eager to learn. Joe Freda, Scott Campbell, John Stroud, Nick Hunter and coxswain Jarryd Rauhoff pull away from the dock for an afternoon practice. NY State Men's Novice 4+ Champions: Dean Macris, Chad Mickelson, Sean Kinley and Mike Polakow hold up their coxswain, Kelsey Newell. Sean Kinley and Dean Macris show off their muscles at a race. Crew 1 Team Photo Back to front. Left to Right John Stroud, Sean Kinley, Matt Goodavish, Kevin Andrews, Joe Freda, Padraic O'Shea, Nick Hunter, Dean Macris, Scott Campbell, Andrew McKay, Andrew Lovgren, Shawn O'Brien, Adam Dawson, Matt Hedglin, Sean Rafferty, Andrea Koval, Kelsey Newell, Betsy Hevey, Mike Polakow, Lindsay Elgart, Brian Ryglowski, Peter Flynt, Danny LiBrando and Jarryd Rauhoff. Spring training in Florida: Andrea Koval and the Novice Eight: Dean Macris, David Jones, Sean Kinley, Chad Mickelson, Padraic O'Shea, Mike Polakow, Eric Cramer and Jason Carter Far Left: Andrew McKay rows so hard his hair stands on end. Left: Eric Cramer gets intimate with his potassium source. Right: Two dinghies prepare to tack down by the Throgs Neck Bridge. The team has a snowball fight on the docks before practice. Avoid the yellow snow guys! Bottom: Coach Nate gives Graham Mergenthaler and Tim Cain some tips before they race. Bottom: Almost tipping the boat is a requirement in this sport, just don't fall in the water, because it is cold! The dinghy team practices three minute starts with Coach Kim blowing the whistle. A good start can set you up for an awesome race. 112 «fii Bobby Boyce and Briede Charbonnet get ready for a cold day of sailing in the Sound. A.J. Black and Steven Grotsky found so much snow in their boat that they had to bail it out before putting the FJ in the water. Tv Intercollegiate Sailing Quit playing with your Dinghy!!! Caroline Dunworth and Jared Leigh glide through the water. l Pearl Gray looks for other boats while Ryan Mulvania keeps an eye on the sails during practice. 113 I UN'I TED STATES MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY WINDSURFING Kyle Fries and Tom Hecker I show off their windsurfing skills, while trying not to hit each other. The members of the team, from Left to Right: Mike Hennig, Tom Loreto, Alex Osbourne, Mitch Johnson, Kyle Fries, Kyle Iannaccino, Tom Flecker. Far Right: Tom Hecker, with good wind, is making some waves. Far Right: Kyle Fries makes it look so easy. The SS Resolute The crew ot the SS Resolute, Patrick Arnold, Greg Shamitko, Jose Solorzano, and Chris Melton, lounge around Kings Point's only working steamship. -T. Foul Weather Greg Shmitko and Chris Melton stay up late working on the Resolute's engine The Resolute and her crew take a trial run in the Long Island Sound When it’s best to stay inside A flock of seagulls group together during one of the many snow storms that hit Kings Point this year. The waterfront is quiet during the middle of winter. Few souls were brave enough to venture out in such cold weather. At one point, the entire area around Eldridge pool was frozen over and a few midshipmen managed to iceskate across the grass. A good place to be on a sunny day if you have to be here...The weather's hot, the pool is cold, and there are lots of, uh, guys enjoying the sun down at the beach. JoeGallucci tests the theory of gravity by jumping off of the diving board into i Eldridgepool. Aleta Prose works on her tan in the warm summer sun. No Quarter and Columbia on the same tack sailing in the Sound. From the waterfront, all kinds of vessels can be spotted in the water. r Lee Fraser, D-Lo, Lindsey Coleman, Julie Edsall, Aleta Prose, Ed Mine and Gimpy scream in terror as Gimpy puts the pedal to the metal driving a waterfront golf cart. Torn Perri and Justin Strock run the grill at the Waterfront barbeque. Time on your hands? Spend it at the waterfront! Left: AJ Black looks at what Jared Leigh, Graham Mergenthaler, and Greer Ferguson are putting on their burgers at a Waterfront BBQ. Top: This BBQ was a cold one so all water- front affiliated people moved inside and watched The Simpsons to get out of the weather. The crew on Columbia has a bit of fun straddling the boom. 119 3 Left Column from the top: (1) Raising the 1 Ensign during Acceptance Day. (2) PJ Silva, Jim Hix. Devin Blowes, Jon Jackson, Michael Cardinale, and Brian Shepherd at D.C. (3) Color Guard at a Regimental Parade. Top: James Hix, Devin Blowes, Michael Cardinale, Jonathan Jackson. Brian Shepherd, and Justin Guerrera at Washinton D.C. during their plebe year. Color Guard 2003 Right Center: Steel '04, Bahk '05, Carnahan '03, Hahn '04. Foster '04. Hilton '04. Color Guard at Montauk Beach after a parade. Right: Asher '06, Min '06, Lipset '06, Silva '03, Carnahan '03, McDonald '06. and DeFronzo '06. Color Guard at Ring Dance. 121 The Division I Collegiate Men's Club continued to wage a war against all comers. In the Fall, they competed in the MET Union and in the Spring, they battled Men's Clubs and traveled as fas as DC for the Cherry Blossom Tournament. After much skull bashing, broken bones, bloodied noses, and separated shoulders, the Ruggers partied just as hard as they played. This page is dedicated to all the moms that have to spend so much time worrying about us. Top: Jeff Nicholson gets the line out during the Mud Bowl. Top: Matty Ro steals the ball away as Brian Ruiz prepares to start a play. 122 Right Top: Team KP after a successful tournament in D.C. Right Center: Tom Levac awaits a scrum down. Right: Brandon Hill shows off his pretty eyelids at the post game festivities. 123 SAAM is dedicated to developing the midshipmen culture in the Academy; and New York is the best place to develop one's culture. There is no other place where there is such a diverse group of people than in New York City. SAAM praises such diversity and explores its very regions. Such exploration includes Team Movements in the city to museums, shows, concerts, restaurants, cultural events, dances, lectures, workshops, and meetings. Knowledge of the different cultures in the Academy is also a focus of SAAM. Right: SAAM at the Metropolitan Art Museum. Bottom: SAAM at Ground Zero. • if W •I• v h lir.i i 1 i 124 BKPA is a cultural club that looks to learn about the culture and histories of many different ethnic backgrounds in American History. Its membership is open to the entire regiment and allows for a great opportunity to meet and get to know other midshipmen. BKPA especially allows minority midshipmen an opportunity to help each other while at Kings Point through sharing experiences and is also a means of networking with past Kings Point Alumni. From left to right: Jason Hardwick, Manuel Maddox, Melissa Mejias, Adam Polite, Jamal Locklear, Larry Green, Michael Moore, Corey Umstead, and Zeck Wyatte. Right: EMS Squad for the winter trimester. Bottom: EMS Squad always ready for action 126 Top: EMS Squad for the fall trimester. Right: MCDO Jose Solorzano, Lisa Taylor, and Jessica Laquey overlooking a parade. Under the direction of Professor David Palmer and coaching of Professor Jeffrey Taffet, the USMMA Speech and Debate Club provides an opportunity for Midshipmen to improve their speaking and thinking skills. Members of the club meet weekly during the season to practice off-the- cuff. impromptu speaking on quotations or topics chosen at random by other members. After limited preparation, they then deliver a short speech. During meetings, members also present prepared speeches in after-dinner, persuasive, and informative format. In February, several members of the club, including Lucas Johnson '03, Jacob Spriggs '05, and Laura Anderson '06 put these skill to use by traveling to compete with other teams including Cornell and New York University. The competed in impromptu, extemporaneous, persuasive, and after-dinner speaking. Counterclockwise from top: (1) Allen Davison, Lucas Johnson, Laura Anderson, and Michael Mikulak. (2) Michael Mikulak overcome by research- ing quotes for a speech. (3) Lucas Johnson Allen Davison showing off the door. (4) Laura Anderson timing Michael Mikulak for impromptu. The Ski and Snowboard team competed for six weeks at Mountain Creek Ski area in Vernon, NJ. The team consisted of all newcomers except for returning skier Andrew Lovgren and returning skier, snowboarder, and captain, Justin Guerrera. Competing in the New Jersey Conference of the US Collegiate Ski Association, King Point's team posted respectable finishes all around, competing against teams such as Princeton, Fairfield, Lehigh, Columbia, Rutgers, and Lafayette. The ski team was led by Plebe Thomas Hecker, while the snowboarders looked to Guerrera for a few first-place finishes. Top: Walt Wagner '03 and Jared Leigh '03. 128 Top: Justin Guerrera '03 showing his stuff for a first place finish. Right Top: Aaron Garrod '06, Justin Guerrera '03, Donald Carmichael '06, and Tim Cain '06. Right Center: Chuck Dispenzieri '03 and Jeff Reed '03 sharing a laugh. Right: Chuck Dispenzieri '03 and John Femenia '03 on the ski lift. 129 Left Column from the top: (1) Midships Yearbook Staff at the Herff Jones plant in Gettysburg. Pennsylvania (2) The staff on Gettysburg Battlefield. Don't fire! (3) Libby Palker and Laura Anderson observing the equipment used to create the yearbooks. Top: Julie Edsall, Margaret Nicks, and Kyle Fries next to Abraham Lincoln at Gettysburg. 130 Right Top: Kyle Fries in a Civil War replica uniform. Right Center: Libby Palker and Kyle Fries recycling paper at the Herff Jones yearbook plant. Right: Kyle Fries, Libby Palker. and Remi Smith holding their cannons at the Gettytsburg Museum. REGIMENTAL STAFF First Rotation Preston Carnahan, Allison Bennet, Melanni Lovercheck, Kristina Nielson, Shannon DiPietropolo, Peter Silva. Matthew Alonge. Gordon James, John Rapacki, Jared Lee, Greg Shamitko, James Hicks, Aaron Seesan, Michael Cardinale, Dalton Stupack, Brandon Hill, Asa Kim, Paul Sparks, John Stuber. Janna Ott, William Hibbard, John Edwards, Joshua Lusk, John Swink, John Lynch, Andrew Etter, Rigoberto MacTaggart, Ronald Huff. Brian Ryglowskii, Andrew McKay. Lee Frasier, Patrick Arnold Second Rotation Ronald Huff, John McFadden, Brandon Hill, Aaron Seesan, John Rapacki, Patrick Arnold, Allison Bennet, Timberly Turner, John Edwards. Arthur Cunanan, Matthew Alonge, Lee Frasier, Eric Dresser, Erik Hedval, Stephen Casapulla, Paul Sparks, Brian Kelly, Janna Ott, Christopher Byrne, Gilbert Swink, Han Kim, Aarron Kless, John Lynch, Samuel Vaughn, John McFadden, Beth Sharpe, Scott Campbell, Casey Benefield, Nicholas Fenzel, Rigoberto MacTaggart BAND COMPANY First Rotation 1st Row: Christopher March, David German, Remi Smith, Sara Salter, Daniel Tripp, Chad Mickelson, Ira Douglas, John McFadden, John Bennet, Jose Solorzano, Kristin Dridge, Samuel Vaughn, Kevin Kammeter Second Rotation 1st Row: Joshua Lusk, Chad Mickelson, John Bennett, Allan Syslo, Daniel Tripp 2nd Row: Lucas Johnson, Lindsey Coleman, Kevin Kammeter, Kristin Dridge, Sara Salter, Jacob Geary, Remi Smith, Christopher Marah FIRST BATTALION First Rotation 1st Row: Amber Jones, Lindsey Coleman, Casey Benefield, Matthew Davis, Joeseph Freda 2nd Row: Raymond Harmer, Jeffrey Nicholson Jr. Second Rotation 1st Row: Jamie Miller, Trevor Battles, Melony Hildebrandt, Melannie Lovercheck 2nd Row: Matthew Dixon, Preston Dodgen, Dalton Stupack SECOND BATTALION First Rotation 1st Row: Arthur Cunanan Jr., Justin Van Tries, Ryan Roach, Scott Campbell, Colin O’Leary, Brian Kelly Second Rotation 1st Row: Francis Stoklosa, Nicholas Kalmukos, Colin O’Leary, Brantley Rushing 2nd Row: Nicholas Cappel, Thanh Nguyen, Roderick Lee FIRST COMPANY First Rotation 1st Row: Andrew Mascotti, Paul Sallee, Stephen Casapulla, Matthew Davis, Erik Hedval 2nd Row: Thomas Flanagan, James Dixon, Jerry Smith, Joeseph Reynolds, David Rigual, William Corrigan Second Rotation 1 st Row: Myola Martinez, Kevin Monaco, Amber Jones 2nd Row: TrevorTrongard, Gordon James, Nicholas DeAngelis, Glenn Merkel, Michael Brady 3rd Row: John Burnett, JP Cust, Benjamin Carr SECOND COMPANY First Rotation 1 st Row: Kevin Sparks, Vallerie Busch, Suni Sukduang, Jay Darron, Lisa Taylor 2nd Row: Craig Gundry, Robert Tibbals III, Sang Yi, Daniel McLaughlin, Matthew McDaniels, Scott Buchanan, Thomas Ryan Second Rotation 1st Row: Timothy McLaughlin, Sang Yi, Michael Polakow, Stuart Colie 2nd Row: Colin Gold, Michael Sheahan, Brian Shepherd 3rd Row: Patrick O’Brien THIRD COMPANY First Rotation 1st Row: Thanh Nguyen, David Chapman, Robert Lyons 2nd Row: Carl Schmidt, Benjamin Ganser, Timothy Smith, Nicholas Cappel, Joseph Finley, Michael Rye, Jeremy Coatsworth, Derek Walsh Second Rotation 1st Row: Sean Holt, James Krantz, Casey Tyrell, Matthew Hurd 2nd Row: Christian Terrientes, Justin Van Tries 3rd Row: Matthew Tomo, William Hibbard i 140 FOURTH COMPANY First Rotation 1st Row: Margaret Nicks, Aileen Villano, Jonathon Jackson, Han Kim 2nd Row: Aaron Wens, Corey Umstead, Packard Trent 3rd Row: Kevin Kreutz, John Horn Second Rotation 1st Row: Mike McGovern, Jonathon Doyle, Christopher Arnold, Michael Chatterton 2nd Row: William Smith, Devin Burgess, John Femenia 3rd Row: Mark Jones, Michael Carl Hayes, Vincent D’Eusanio 4th Row: Robert Robbins, Jason Hicks 143 - Top Right: Salty beating down a Plebe. Top Middle: Ho Ho Ho! Some Plebe fun at the Christmas Ball. Top Left: Houser, Johnson and Santillo enjoy chow. Right: The RTOA getting some pay back during the Recognition Run. 144 F ourth Anderson, Laura Julie 1st Co. Anderson. Nathan Curtis 3rd Co. Andrews, Kevin Brian 4th Co. Anguizola. Ricardo Ernesto 2nd Co. Asher, Timothy Francis 2nd Co. Barlow, Warren Anthony 1st Co. Barrion, Tyrone Abueg 1st Co. Basic, Marissa Ann 2nd Co. Berg, Eric Logan 4th Co. Berger. Jason Emmanuel 1st Co. Bermudez. Marliz Marie 3rd Co. Black. Adrian Jozef 2nd Co. Bobinger. Christopher Michael B Co. Bogdan, Jr. Michael Joseph 3rd Co Bonvino. Craig Alexander 4th Co. Boozer. Charles Andrew 1st Co. Bowser. Jesse Jack 2nd Co. Boyle. Colin Robert 3rd Co. Braudt, James Michael 4th Co. Brown, Jordan Tyler B Co. ■ Burke, Timothy James 1st Co. Cain, Timothy Clifford 2nd Co. Callahan, Andrew Siegfried 3rd Co. Carmichael, III Donald Quentin 1st Co. Carter, Jason Michael 2nd Co. Catanese, Vincent Matthew 1st Co. Charbonnet, Briede Patrick 3rd Co. Chrest, Matthew Gregory 4th Co. Christensen, Allyson Hartness 2nd Co. Clark, Robert Coda 2nd Co. Coco, Jared Lee 3rd Co. Coviello, Ross J 4th Co. Cox, Kevin Michael 1st Co. Cramer, Eric David 2nd Co. Cummings, Holly Suzanne 3rd Co. Czamecki, Edward Jon 3rd Co. Dandapani, Nikhil Raman 4th Co. DeAngelo, Daniel John B Co. DeCarlo, Louis John 1st Co. DeFronzo, Liam Anthony 2nd Co. DePalo, Alexander Ciro 3rd Co. DeStefano, Michael Pasqualy 4th Co. Diedrich, Joshua Stephen 1st Co. Dixon, Chad Conrad B Co. Dixon, Zackariha Dayne 2nd Co. Dowell, Michael Thomas 4th Co. Dowers, Benjamin Wayne 1st Co. Ducharme, Joseph Carey 4th Co. Duffy, Kevin Patrick 3rd Co. Dunlevy, Andrew Scott 4th Co. 1 Dunworth, Caroline 4th Co. Dwyer, Jr. David Stephen 1st Co. Eaton, Ryan Joseph 2nd Co. Edsall, Julie Michelle 1st Co. Einhom, Jr. Douglas Paul B Co. Elliott, Everard Gregory 2nd Co. Elliott. Nicholas Henry 3rd Co. Fantel, Brian Joseph 1st Co. Ferguson, Greer Amanda 3rd Co. Ferguson. James Robert B Co. Ferrer, Jeanne Elizabeth B Co. Filter, Benjamin Carl B Co. Fitzgerald, III William John 3rd Co. Flynt, Peter A 4th Co. Franck, Joshua Adam 1st Co. Franco, Adam John 2nd Co. Fries, Kyle Joseph 3rd Co. Galina, Veronica Esther 2nd Co. Gallerani, Jennifer Lynn 2nd Co. Gardner, Emily Marie 2nd Co. Garrido, Raul Eduardo 1st Co. Garrod. Arron James 2nd Co. Geary, Chad Alexander 3rd Co. Gilles, Jr. David Anthony B Co. Ginavan Todd Andrew 4th Co. Goodavish, Matthew James 1st Co. Green. Jr. Larry Bernard B Co. Griffin. Bradley Kirk 3rd Co. Grotsky, Steven Brian 2nd Co. Haglin, Patricia Mildred 1st Co. CLASS OF Top Photo: Members of the Class of 2006 try out their new sextants. Hey, how does this thing work? Bottom Photo: Dan Humber finds computer training just too exhausting during the yearbook staff trip to the Herff Jones Printing Plant in Gettysburg, PA. Photo Right: Honor Plebes are congratu- lated by VADM Joseph Stewart during Acceptance Day for the '06 class. 1 Photo Left: Julie Edsall exhibits tasteful civ ilian fashion at the yearbook's printing plant in Pennsyl- vania. Bottom Photo: At the Gettysburg Battlefield. Kyle Fries ponders how many E.D. hours it would take to polish this statue. 149 1 I I CLASS OF Hahn, Michael Ho 4th Co. Hales, Benjamin Henry 4th Co. Hamilton, Thomas Ryan 1st Co Hammer, Richard Carl 2nd Co. Hanson, Eric Charles 3rd Co. Hardwick, Rayford Jason 4th Co. Harper, Sean Michael 1st Co. Hatzidakis, Michael Francis 2nd Co. Hawkins, April Marie 3rd Co. Hecker, Thomas Ernest 3rd Co. Heichemer, Jr. David Lewis 4th Co. Heist, Steven Christopher 1st Co. Hennig, Michael Marc 2nd Co. Hite, Paul Christopher 3rd Co. Hoffman, Dustin Kyle 4th Co. Holman, Nicholas Lawrence 1st Co. Houser, Julia Marie 4th Co. Huish, Robert David Hyde 2nd Co. Humber, Danny Valentine 3rd Co. Hutchinson, Harry Randall 4th Co. Hutnyak, Nicolas Reagan 1st Co. Huzyak, Michael John 2nd Co. Iannacchino, Kyle Damian B Co. Iwaniec, Kenton Edward James 3rd Jenkins, Megan Elaine 2nd Co. Jimenez, Mark Andrew 1st Co. Johnson, Jr. Christopher Francis 2nd Johnson, Jennifer Ko 2nd Co. Johnson, Mitchell Dembach 3rd Co. Johnson, Trenton Taylor 4th Co. « Jolly, Gregory' James 1st Co. Jones, David Hideo 3rd Co. Jones, Matthew Craig 2nd Co. Kopinski, Peter James 3rd Co. Koval. Andrea Ruth B Co. Kravchonok, Peter Charles 4th Co. Krohn. Matthew William 4th Co. Kutkiewicz, Todd Ronald 2nd Co. LaChasse, Daniel James 3rd Co. Lampert. Heather Dorothea B Co. Lancaster, Kellan Matthew 4th Co. Lauer, Shawn Michael 2nd Co. Laverick, Tyler Simmers 3rd Co. Leach. Charles Patrick 4th Co. LeBouvier. Christopher Rand 1st Co. Lee. Patrick Charles 2nd Co. Leiz, Matthew David 3rd Co. Levis, Mark Andrew 1st Co. LiBrando, Daniel Ronald 2nd Co. Linares, Laila Ines 3rd Co. Lipset, James Michael 4th Co. Lisante. II Thomas Michael 3rd Co. Locklear, Jamal Joe 1st Co. Loreto, Jr. Thomas Michael 2nd Co. Lynch, Matthew Brian 1st Co. Macris, Constantine Athos 3rd Co. Maddox. Ill Manuel George 2nd Co. Marlowe, Matthew Philip 4th Co. Mayoral. John Thomas 4th Co. Mayrer, Jr. Charles Joseph 1st Co. I i 1 i McDonald. Anthony Edward 2nd Co. McDonald, Patrick Jason 3rd Co. Mehrotra, Michael A. 3rd Co. Mejias. Melissa Eve 3rd Co. Meneeley, Ian Braden 2nd Co. Mergenthaler, Graham Michael 3rd Co. Metz, Michael William B Co. Mikulak, Michael Jurgen Fleming B Co. Miller, Daniel Joseph 4th Co. Miller. Lauryn Elaine 2nd Co. Miller, Matthew Stuart 1st Co. Min, Andrew Donghwan 2nd Co. Monthie, Brett Alan 3rd Co. Moore, Carly Kim B Co. Moreland, Robert Lewis 4th Co. Mulvania, Ryan Conor 1st Co. Murray, James Christopher 2nd Co. Murtagh, Sarah Michelle 4th Co. Myers, Brendan Miles 3rd Co. Nardone, Nicholas Alexander 4th Co. Nciman. Jason Andrew 1st Co. Newell, Kelsey Morgan 1st Co. Newman, Timothy Gerard 2nd Co. Nordin, Michael Stephen 3rd Co. O'Brien, Katlain Julia 4th Co. O'Brien, Shaun Patrick 4th Co. O'Shea, Padraic Pearse 4th Co. O’Sullivan, Kevin Michael 3rd Co. Orlowski, Bryan M 1st Co. Osborn. Alexander James B Co. 1 Palumbo. Nicholas George 4th Co. Paul. Jacqueline Nicole 4th Co. Perich. Michael Richard 1st Co. Peterson, Henry James 2nd Co. Pinilla. Henriquez Jr. Pedro 3rd Co. Pippin, Marlaina Marie-Louise 2nd Co. Polite, Adam Bradford 2nd Co. Pollock, Thomas Zachary B Co. Radzicki. Peter James 4th Co. Rapacki. Adam Michael 1st Co. Ray. Justin Paul 1st Co. Remm. Christopher Jay B Co. Rickards. Robert Stephen 2nd Co. Riley, Matthew William 4th Co. Roberts, Matthew Bryan 1st Co. Robinson. William Brian 2nd Co. Rodeffer. Tucker DeWitt 3rd Co. Rowley, Christopher Michael 4th Co. Russell. Matthew Roy B Co. Russell. Sean Teague 1st Co. Ryan, Michael John 1st Co. Sallee. Timothy Elliot 2nd Co. Salmonese. Christopher Dale 3rd Co. Sanders. Jr. William Charles 4th Co. Savidge. Joseph Patrick 3rd Co. Scafidi. Lee Michael 2nd Co. Schade. Justin Joseph B Co. Schon. Heather Deborah 4th Co. Schwandt, Jarred David 3rd Co. Scott. Jacob Tyson 4th Co. Scott, Matthew Kimball 1st Co. Sebastian, Neal Allen 4th Co. Sercel, Kimberly Hill 2nd Co. Serzanin, Raymond Alexander 3rd Co. Sgarlata, Jr. John 1st Co. Shade, Alethea Estelle 4th Co. Sholes, Paul Michael 1st Co. Silva, Paul Robert 2nd Co. Smeglin, Christopher Edward 3rd Co. Smith, Nicholas Grant 2nd Co. Solis, Tejada Luis Antonio B Co. Spears, Matthew Stuart 1st Co. Spencer, Christopher Todd 3rd Co. Starr, James Thomas 2nd Co. Sterling, David Horatio 3rd Co. Stocker, Brian Joseph 4th Co. Strawbridge, Shawn Patrick 1st Co. Stroud, Jonathan Karl B Co. Stukes, George McKnight 2nd Co. Sumner, Aaron Bradford 1st Co. Suvari, Derek Aleksander 1st Co. Swank, Matthew Charles 2nd Co. Taylor, Jessica Lee 4th Co. Teal, Brandon Michael 4th Co. Tomlinson Jr., John Philip 2nd Co. Toner IV, Francis Lawrence 2nd Co. Tribble, Amelia Lynn B Co. Tricarico, Paul Carl 1st Co. Troiano, Michael Anthony 4th Co. Vanden Boogaard, Adam Christopher 2nd Co. I '1 VanDeVenter, Nathaniel Bryan 3rd Co. VanZummcren, Troy James 3rd Co. Victoria, John Leopold 4th Co. Walker III. Willie Aaron 1st Co. Wallace, Dustin Liebig 4th Co. Walls, Cory Layne 3rd Co. Webster. James Christian B Co. Weiss, Jonathan Alois 4th Co. White, Todd Robert 2nd Co. Wilcox, Matthew Brant 1st Co. Wilkenson. Matthew Charles 3rd Co. Williamson. Cathleen Marie 4th Co. Wyatte, Zachary Joseph 1st Co. Yi, David Wooyong 4th Co. Yoder, Ryan Kane B Co. Zimmer, Trent Joseph 1st Co. Fell Over Board Anderson, Brian Citarelli, Micheal Gault Jr., Robert O'Toole Jr., Thomas Wachter, Janine Zavala, Adrian Belford, Peter Dore, Francis Jednaszewski, Mark Santillo, Nicholas Yim, Brian I fl Top Right: EMT hard at work. Top Middle: A little too much fun at parade practice. Top Left: Band Co. serenades the regi- ment. Right: Libby Palker throws a long ball home. ’ A AV.V V Third Class Albanese II. Augustino B Co. Allen, Daniel Burker 4th Co. Alzugaray, Marcial Anthony 1st Co. Anderson. Christina Michelle 2nd Co. Angeli, Michael Joseph B Co. Atherton, Glenn Alan B Co. Azcona, Alan Christian 3rd Co. Baker. Matthew Allen 1st Co. Basciano. Karen Ann 3rd Co. Bentley IV. George Alan 3rd Co. Bentley, Jason Thomas 4th Co. Blinkovich, Elliot Joseph 2nd Co. Bonnecarrere Jr.. Bruce Wayne 3rd Co. Boone III, Thomas Nelson 4th Co. Bosco II. Joseph Leon 1st Co. Boyce, Richmond Perona 3rd Co. Boyce. Robert Heyward 4th Co. Brabazon. Jared Richard 1st Co. Brant. Scott Emerson 2nd Co. Briggs. Jason Cameron 3rd Co. 157 Brown, Reid Edward 1st Co. Bruland, Bronze Leigh 4th Co. Brune, Christopher Kyle 2nd Co. Bucciarelli, Dominic Natale 4th Co. Busch, Jeremy Allen 4th Co. Buxton, Jeremy Shawn 2nd Co. Callos, Joseph-Glenn Enrile 3rd Co. Casey, Anthony Brendan 4th Co. Castellini, Edward Baret 4th Co. Chan, Scott Sea Yuen 2nd Co. Chan Chow, Christopher L. S. 3rd Co. Chance, Colin Benjamin B Co. Christ III, Walter Hillaire B Co. Conklin, Lynn Angel B Co. Conte, Lindsay Patricia 2nd Co. Cookson, Jillian Ashley 3rd Co. Crysler, Garrett Russell 3rd Co. Daffron, Nathanial Ryan 4th Co. Dawson, Adam Lee B Co. deObaldia, Martinez Alonso E. 2nd Co. Doris, Michael Patrick 3rd Co. Eitapence, Kevin Bernard 1st Co. Elgart, Lindsay Madison 1st Co. Engvig, Tormod Beichmann 3rd Co. Erickson, Carl Peter 3rd Co. Every, Daniel John B Co. Feaster, IV William Joseph 4th Co. Fitzpatrick, Brian Devin 3rd Co. Fortuna, Gerald Libero 4th Co. France, Jessica Marie 2nd Co. Fredrick, Adrian Foster 1st Co. Freeman, Joshua Ryan 2nd Co. Freeman, Matthew Walden 3rd Co. Frobenius, Jeffrey Douglas 3rd Co. Garcia, Mark Sheridan 3rd Co. Gardner, James Francis 2nd Co. Gartner, Glenn Paul 1st Co. Gately, Daniel Christopher 2nd Co. Gates, Andrew Page 3rd Co. Gibbs, Jonathan Paul 1st Co. Goldbach, Robert Anthony 4th Co. Gonzales, Michael Gilbert 2nd Co. Gray, Pearl Frances 3rd Co. Griffin, Brian Nickerson 1st Co. Gugliotta, Christopher Joseph 4th Co. Hagner, Elizabeth Ann 1st Co. Hall, Adam Scott 4th Co. Hall, Walter Hegarty 2nd Co. Hall III, William Patrick 3rd Co. Hanebrink, Travis Weldon 4th Co. Hanson, Daniel George 1st Co. Headley, Jeremy Arthur 2nd Co Hedglin, Matthew Ryan 3rd Co. Helmer. Steven Walker B Co. Henel, Alexander John 4th Co. Henschel, Jacob Lee 1st Co. Hertz, Edward Christopher 2nd Co. Hevey, Elizabeth Rose B Co. Higginbottom. Samuel Carlson 1st Co. Hine, Edward Taylor 1st Co. Hovanas Joshua Paul 4th Co. Hunter Nicholas Augustus 1st Co. Iannacchino Jordan Taylor B Co. Ivancik Dawn Ashley 3rd Co. Johnson John Scott 3rd Co. Josephic Kraig Stephen B Co. Kanzleiter Ross Allyn 3rd Co. Kelliher Shawn Patrick 1st Co. Keneipp Eric Daniel 3rd Co. Kennedy Brian James 4th Co. Kennedy Timothy Elliot B Co. Keull Warren Westbrook 2nd Co. Kim Anne 1st Co. Kleinerman Aaron Jacob 4th Co. Kohn Christopher William B Co. Kopacz Alexander Paul 1st Co. Kruse Brendan A. 2nd Co. Kukainis Janis Aleksandrs P. 4th Co. Kull Antonio David 1st Co. Lake Jason Chandler 3rd Co. Lamperts Christopher Lee 2nd Co. LaQuey Jessica Ann 1st Co. Larsen Daniel Thomas 4th Co. Lee Kevin John 2nd Co. Lenzer Matthew Joseph B Co. Leonard Jr Charles Glenn 3rd Co. Lipski Brian Geoffrey 2nd Co. Liska Charles Patrick 4th Co. Lutz Bernard Walter 1st Co. Lyons Jeremiah Daniel 2nd Co. Maggioni Craig Philip 4th Co. Mathias Benjamin Nicholas 1st Co. Maye IV James John 2nd Co. Mayorga Jason Matthew 3rd Co. McCarthy Matthew Patrick 1st Co. McCrory Patrick William 4th Co. McDonald Thomas Joseph 1st Co. McKinley Joseph Patrick 3rd Co. McKoin Jacqueline Elaine 3rd Co. Melendez Mejia Enrique Ernesto 2nd Co. Mersek Lee Joseph 4th Co. Michnya Joseph Michael 3rd Co. Millar Victoria Anne 3rd Co. Miller Matthew Kurk 1st Co. Minton James Randall B Co.. Mitchell Justin David 4th Co. Mulgrew Joseph O'Donnell 1st Co. Murdock Aubrey Lane 4th Co. Must Peeter Harry 2nd Co. Neil III Harold William 2nd Co. icholson Bryan Edward 2nd Co. O’Connor Margaret Mary 2nd Co. Orr Charles Gordon 3rd Co. Owen Theodore Ralph B Co. Pack Douglas Bradley B Co. Palker Elizabeth Lynne 2nd Co. Papazis James Nicholas 1st Co. Parrish Brandon Ray 3rd Co. Peer Glen Charles 4th Co. Peifer Christopher Cummings 2nd Co. i 161 I Penfold Brett Allan 3rd Co. Perez Gomez Erasmo Ricaurte 2nd Co. Phillips Jessica Suzanne B Co. Pickard Nathan Davis 2nd Co. Pool Geoffrey Joseph 3rd Co. Prim Michael Stanley 4th Co. Proscia William Nicholas B Quinn Sean Vincent 1st Co. Ramsay Daniel Glenn 2nd Co. Rauhoff Jarryd Painter 1st Co. Ray, Garret Kos 2nd Co. Reese Robert Damon 3rd Co. Renders Christopher Alan 4th Co. Richardson Adam Michael 2nd Co. Rickards Matthew Jason 3rd Co. Rimmelin V Louis Joseph 4th Co. Rogers Andrew Lee 2nd Co. Rogers Henry John 1st Co. Salerno Riera Maria C. 3rd Co. Schade James Michael 1st Co. Schneider Donna Catherine B Co. Schroeder Matthew Joseph 3rd Co. Shafer David Timothy 2nd Co. Sherman Renee Alicia 4th Co. Shiflett Jonathan David 2nd Co. Short Sandra Mae 1st Co. Shrives Adam Joseph 4th Co. Skeens Samantha Adrianne 1st Co. Smith Angela Kristen 2nd Co. Smith Jonathan Richard 4th Co. Fell Over Board Alexander, Matthew Donovan, Jason Garcia, Matthew Hatami, Ramin Keane, Walter McCay, Colt Parker, Matthew Rentner, Christopher Sayer, Mark Smith, Jeffrey Whitney, Gabriel Andrew's, David Fetterman, Mark Ghiglia. Andrew Herrera, Roberto Kirk, James McCrillis, Nathan Patterson, Cole Rosati, Peter Scrobe, Stephen Tolleson, Robert Williams, Hubert Bahk. Charles Fetterman, Matthew- Gray, Willis Holm, Jeffcrey Lindholm, Everet Meagher, Joseph Pearson, Devon Roszel, Christopher Seipp, John Tompkins, Matthew Berg. Matthew Fuhrman. Matthew Hansen. Joshua Howell, Wiliam Manning, Corey Mueller. Adams Petricone, Peter Santiago. Anthony Smith. Michael Waters, Jesse Smith Krista Lee 3rd Co. Smith Steven Kendall 2nd Co. Spriggs Jacob Steven B Co. Swan Jared Keith 2nd Co. Syntax Michael Anthony 2nd Co. Taylor lan Andrew 2nd Co. Tino Michael William B Co. Tompkins Matthew' Lee 4th Co. Walker Robert Charles B Co. Walsh Kevin James 1st Co. Weaver Christopher Hayden B Co. Whitehouse William Edward 3rd Co. Wilkinson Mary Catherine 4th Co. Williams Andrew Jonathon 2nd Co. Williamson II John Paul 4th Co. Winchester Wesley Talbot 4th Co. Wolfe Alisha Lachelle B Co. Wood Harlow' Vance 1st Co. Wooster Joshua Caleb 1st Co. Wooton Brandon James 3rd Co. Wrocklage Tara Lee 1st Co. Wu Christopher 3rd Co. Young Peter Rankin 3rd Co. Buck. Joshua Gallucci. Joseph Hart. Joseph Kanengiser. Elijah McAdams, Justin Nash. Joseph Phelan. John Sargent, Luke Smith. Robert Welsh. Joseph Top Right: Midshipmen shows his appre- ciation for parade practice. Top Middle: Some 2 c hanging around. Top Left: A little Christ- mas ball fun. Above: Ratterman bangs away on the drums. Fell Over Board Euceif Balafas Joseph Baran T om Baumann Jeffrey Boden Matthew Bums Daniel Circelli Jacob Crespin Ryan Dooley Patrick Dowling Peter Du senbury BoR. Feely JessFeldon ChadFondren Kyle Franklin Clay Garcia HughGrandstaff Darren Haefele Gordon Hiltz Jeffrey Hitzel John Hobson Jeffrey Jaskot JenaJefffies Laura Jenkins Christopher Kapfer Oliver Karp Philip Keller Jeffrey Kennedy Jeanne Klaine Andrejas Kukainis Jeffrey Leni Thomas Levac Lydia Lopez Richard Martucci Michael McFeely David Mcllravy Jason McKay David McNeal David Monk Michael Mons Jeremy Moseley Kevin O'Connor Kimberly Palmer Travis Parker Eric Pickett Zishaan Raymond Timothy Reinemo Jeffrey Robbins Patrick Sampson Brandon Schopflin Matthew Schubert Timothy Shea TyShimada Anthony Stokes Patrick Walsh John Ward Daniel Willison Benjamin Wood David Wright Jeffrey Zamarin X Adams III William Joseph 1st Co. Albrecht Samuel John B Co. Amiscosa Erick James Jimenez 1st Co. Azzata Joseph John 2nd Co. Bahill Nicholas John 1st Co. Barbieri Louis Charles 3rd Co. Barger Christian Joseph B Co. Bibb Joshua Weston 1st Co. Blain Brendan Andrew 2nd Co. Blanco Eduardo Enrique 3rd Co. Bowman Shawn William 2nd Co. Brown Dean Donald 1st Co. Carmany III James Joseph 3rd Co. Carter Scott Paul B Co. Chastek Jonathan Michael 1st Co. Chrosniak Joshua B 4th Co. Corcoran Erik Anson Maxwell 3rd Co. Cornelio Bryan John Fray re 4th Co. Crawford Paul Ryan 1st Co. Curran Philip Michael 3rd Co. 165 ■Mi Darr Benjamin James 4th Co. Davison III Allen Reed 1st Co. DeBoer Matthieu Carl 4th Co. Dexter Casey Edward 2nd Co. Dickman William Andrew 3rd Co. DiPierro Edward L 4th Co. Dugan Daniel Patrick B Co. Dulong Jr James Mark 4th Co. Earnest Benjamin Judd 2nd Co. Eastman Bradford Kendall 4th Co. Ervasti Joshua Thomas 3rd Co. Foster Cameron Whitcomb 4th Co. Foster Sean Paul 1st Co. Gardner Elizabeth Anne 4th Co. Gamer II Steven Everett 1st Co. Gecelosky Eric James 2nd Co. Gerdes Jahn Nathaniel 3rd Co. Gigante Victoria Kathleen 2nd Co. Giordano Alfred James 4th Co. Guernsey John Roth B Co. Guest Matthew Robert 2nd Co. Gustine John Walters 3rd Co. Hahn John Young 2nd Co. Hammond John Hays 3rd Co. Heard IV Corydon Ford 2nd Co. Hembree Kyle Loriston 3rd Co. Hendrickson Matthew Lee 4th Co. Hilton III Murrell Weldon 4th Co. Hitt Adam Andrew B Co. Hoyt Todd Andrew 3rd Co. 1 Hsiao Allen Gene 2nd Co. Hunt Joshua Morgan 4th Co. Ingram Cameron Ashley 1st Co. Jackson III Clifton Edward 4th Co. Johnson Blake Alan 2nd Co. Kalmukos Jonathan Phillip 1st Co. Kanaszyc Adam Ashley B Co. Kazin Mark Brian 4th Co. Kinley Sean Michael 1st Co. Kirby Jeffrey Caleb 2nd Co. Kneisly Kenneth William 4th Co. Labrato Adam Scott 1st Co. Leva Laura M B Co. Lewis Aaron Shane 2nd Co. List Craig Michael 3rd Co. Lovgren Andrew Charles 1st Co. Martins Alison Nicole 2nd Co. Maurer Richard Brandon 3rd Co. McWaters Zachary John B Co. Medvetz Mark Joseph 2nd Co. Megna Frank F 3rd Co. Mehl Jacob Morgan 4th Co. Melchert Joshua Robert B Co. Melogy John Ryan 2nd Co. Meyer Joel Edward 3rd Co. Meyers Audrey Elizabeth Ella 1st Co. Miller Jeffrey Anders 4th Co. Moore Michael Edward 1st Co. Mrdutt Matthew John B Co. Myers Patrick Edward 4th Co. Myers Peter Marcus B Co. Nail Terry Jay 2nd Co. Noland Philip Louis 2nd Co. Norgaard Peter Lee B Co. Peckham Mark Andrew 2nd Co. Peemoeller Frederick Douglas 2nd Co. Penning Christina Suzanne 4th Co. Peretti Frank Benson 3rd Co. Perri Thomas John 1st Co. Prose Aleta Sophia 1st Co. Pusateri Kevin Paul 2nd Co. Quirk Joseph David 3rd Co. Rafferty Sean Gaughan 1st Co. Raterman Jr. Stephen Joseph 3rd Co. Reed Daniel Deaton 4th Co. Reed Paige Lauren 2nd Co. Reed II Randall Gary 1st Co. Rexha Roland Haxhi 2nd Co. Ripley Ryan 4th Co. Robinson Benjamin Morris B Co. Rowe Matthew Robert 3rd Co. Rueschhoff Ryan James 2nd Co. Ruiz Bryan Christopher 1st Co. Russ Joseph Daniel 4th Co. Salladin Carol-Anne B Co. Saville David Clarke 1st Co. Sawruk Joseph Michael 4th Co. Schill Hunter Allan B Co. Scgert Rebecca Ruth 4th Co. Sharrar Kenneth Ryan 4th Co. Shipley Joseph Michael 4th Co. Sichel Alexander Russell 1st Co. Singleton Patrick Edgar 2nd Co. Slotsema Paul Daniel 4th Co. Smeckert Aaron Michael 1st Co. Smith Brendan Sean 2nd Co. Snyder Brandon Michael 4th Co. Spano Joseph Nicholas 3rd Co. Spano Tedd Nicholas 2nd Co. Springer Christopher Brian 1st Co. Stasa Blake Anthony 3rd Co. Steel Jr Robert Patterson 2nd Co. Stewart Ian Dare 1st Co. Strab Theodore Joseph B Co. Strock Justin William 4th Co. Swearingen Lesley Anne 3rd Co. Syntax Peter Michael 4th Co. Teague Christian Lee 2nd Co. Theis Matthew Michael 1st Co. Tino Nicholas Michael B Co. Trask Paul Andrew B Co. Van Valen Jason Michael 2nd Co. Vignocchi Marc Anthony 4th Co. Waletich Jesse Ryan 3rd Co. Webster Phara Estelle 4th Co. Young Andrew David 4th Co. Yun Daniel Hyuck 2nd Co. jfl 171 Colin Adler - — � ■ V y “Unlucky in cards, lucky in love.” - Paw Paw Adler Houston, Texas Woody, Pinky Major: Marine Transportation Company: Second Company Clubs Activities Sports: Water Polo, Swimming Ships Sailed: MA Endeavor, M V President Jackson, and USNS Tippecanoe Sea Partners: Michael Sheahan, Scot Rives, Lindsey Coleman, Maggie Nicks, Josh Chrosniak, Ryan Hinz, Christina Penning Countries Visited: Alaska, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Japan, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey Internship: Louis Dreyfus, Inc. Houston Public Grain Elevator Favorite Academy Memory: Water polo trip to Santa Cruz, CA for Slug Fest Invitational. Made my last collegiate season the best of 'em all by sharing it with my family and friends. Future Plans: Be a Houston Harbor Pilot Twenty Years From Now...: Married w kids in a house by the water. Final Message: Thank you to my family for all the love and support y’all have given me over the past 5 years. An exceptional Thank You to Coach Joe Linehan, Coach Tom Landgraf, Coach Carl Quigley, Coach Brian Dalton, Capt. Paul Brown, Capt. Richards, and Dr. James Incalcaterra for helping me to succeed by inspiration and guidance. Best of luck to my KP and NY friends in fulfilling their dreams of the future. To finish, to my Grandparents and Aunt Susie I reached and achieved these goals in your memory. God Bless y’all. ' r 172 Matthew Alonge Patterson, New York Major: Marine Engineering Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Power Squadron Officer Billets: RAEKP Ships Sailed: M V Delaware Bay, M V Lykes Navigator, SS CSX Expedition Sea Partners: Matt Gruesel, Asa Kim, Jon Sichel Countries Visited: Italy, Spain, Portugal, Montenegro, Israel, Egypt, Turkey, Greece, Malta, Germany, Belgium, England, Puerto Rico, USA. Internship: BCC Engineers, Consultants and Scientists Favorite Academy Memory: First time I saw the beautiful front gate...in the rearview mirror. Future Plans: Start a Marine contracting company and open Matt’s place. Twenty Years From Now...: Charting my own course. Final Message: Never be envious. Enjoy yourself, your family and your loved ones and you will die happy and without regret. Best of luck to all. 173 “If every day were sunny, we would live in a desert. It’s the rain that makes the grass grow. Chris, Arn, Arnie, Arnold, Arndog, Arold, Gunny Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Soccer, Alpine Adventure Club Officer Billets: CHBC Ships Sailed: M V Faust, USNS Denebola, USNS Laramie, M V Sea-Land Patriot, S S El Yunque Sea Partners: Tim McLaughlin, Steve Hohenshelt, Tim Guenther, John McFadden, Will Corrigan, RobTibbals, Tom Flanagan, Mike Rye, J.P. Kost, Lindsey Coleman Countries Visited: France, Belgium, Germany, England, Puerto Rico, Alaska, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, China, Italy Internship: Eagle Global Logistics Favorite Academy Memory: The soccer team, Mardi Gras, Pittsburgh, and Italy Future Plans: Make lots of money, have a lot of fun, do as little work as possible. Twenty Years From Now...: Traveling the world as an international playboy. Final Message: Thank you to my family especially my parents, grandparents, brothers and sister for all your love and support. To the soccer team, the super fans, and all my friends at KP thanks for all the memories. Iflf jlff Part N ran Up I’m glad I did it, partly because it was well worth it, but chiefly because I shall never ever have to do it again.” -Mark Twain 174 1 i Patrick R. Arnold South Portland, Maine Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Indoor Outdoor Track, Intercollegiate Sailing, Fencing Club, Sea Year Enhancement Group, Mariners Choir, Regimental Band (Drum Major), Lubbers Line Officer Billets: RX, RTO Ships Sailed: M VMokihana, M V Endurance, USNS John Ericsson, SS Jeremiah O'Brien Sea Partners: John Winstead, John Lynch, Kevin Bernick, Jerry Smith Countries Visited: China, Japan, Korea, Guam, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Diego Garcia, — United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Italy, Spain, Internship: Portland Pipeline Corporation, South Portland, ME; 237 miles of Crude Oil Pipeline to Montreal. Favorite Academy Memory: New Orleans ‘99, Downtown, Band following, Streamers descending, March off to “Over There,” Veterans with tears in their eyes. Future Plans: Ship out for a few years, work ashore in the Maritime Industry and get into politics. Twenty Years From Now...: By this time I hope to be financially well situated, with a family and Governor of Maine. Final Message: The value of Kings Point lies with its difficulties on all fronts: mental, physical, emotional, even spiritual. I’m proud to be from such a place and shall never forget what it’s done for me. “I have never let my academics get in the way of my education.” -Samuel Clemens 175 176 “Reality isn’t everyday life. Reality is the unexpected events that happen in your everyday life. It is how you deal with those events that determine your grip on reality. - Personal Quote Iceman, Battleship, The Infamous Trevor Trevor Michael Battles South Bend, Indiana Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Wrestling (4 yr starter) Officer Billets: CXI, BX1 Ships Sailed: M V Faust, M V Enterprise, M V Liberty Star Sea Partners: Rate Hite, Roderick Lee, Alex Sichel, Steve Caspulla Countries Visited: England, France, Belgium, Germany, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Turkey, Israel, Egypt, Djibouti, Singapore Internship: NAS Lemoore, CA; VFA-Y1 Black Aces Favorite Academy Memory: The lifelong friends that I have made, without then this place would be impossible. Future Plans: To be going MACH 1 with my hair on fire. Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll be 42 and still really, really, really, extremely good looking. Final Message: I owe my success to my parents without your support, encouragement, and love I would be lost. To the rest of my family thank you for the support. I love you all. To my friends the memories we have will never be forgotten. To Coach Alger what you have done for me is UNMATCHED, Thank You! Good Luck to All through your future endeavors. PEACE! -rx 2 tie Casey Benefield A • o� ,: Floresville, Texas c:. - •« A: ;l. If� 'oC:-: Major: Marine Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Marine Option Program, EMT Crew Chief, Sea Year Enhancement Group, Dinghy Sailing (Plebe yr) Officer Billets: BC1, ROPS Ships Sailed: CSX Anchorage, CSX Navigator, Lykes Explorer, CSX Expedition Sea Partners: Sara Salter, Henry Maynard, Lanka Chladova, Kristina Nielson Countries Visited: Germany, England, Belgium, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Guam, Taiwan, China, Panama, Canada, and Texas (whom many consider the greatest country in the world) Internship: Air Force Center For Environmental Excellence at Brooks AFB, TX; Naval Test Wing Atlantic at Patuxent River, MD. Favorite Academy Memory: Late night runs for section 1D1 to Dunken Donuts for a dozen donuts and a box of joe followed up the next day with a sampling of all the margaritas at Cozymels. Future Plans: Marine Corps Twenty Years From Now...: Marine Corps if everything works out, FBI if it doesn’t. Final Message: To my parents, thank you for your love and support. To my grandparents, thank you for your confidence in me and my abilities...you always believed in me even when I did not. To my friends, I could have never made it without you. To LT Ragin, thank you for inspiring me to be apart of something greater than myself. And finally to Hayley, all my love. “Americans are kind, and they are generous people. But when wronged, held in contempt, and attacked in peace, they define victory as the absolute annhilation of their adversaries.” Adversaries beware...for we are coming. 177 Allison Christine Bennet Arlington, Texas Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Christian Fellowship Club, Basketball, USMMA Strings, Mariner’s Chorus Officer Billets: ROPS, RAO Ships Sailed: Sealand Developer, NPR Guayama, USNS Guadaloupe, Lawrence H. Gianella, Paul Buck, Kings Pointer Sea Partners: Jim Graham, Shannon DiPietropolo, Greg Shamitko, Kevin Bernick, Brian Kelly Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Panama, Costa Rica, Aruba, Mexico, Japan, Korea, China, Azores (Portugal), Gibraltar, England, Germany, Spain, Greece, and Turkey Internship: Adams Reece, LLP Washington, DC Favorite Academy Memory: Relaxing under the stars in a hot tub on the stern of a tanker with my favorite Kings Pointer heading to Key West. Future Plans: After sailing and grad school, I aspire to work for the State Department forming global maritime infrastructure standards or go into politics. Twenty Years From Now...: I will still be smiling, holding an office, happily married, possibly fat, and brewing spearmint sweet iced tea at my new ranch in Texas on the Guadaloupe River. Final Message: I have learned that in order to take adversity, turn it into a challenge, and create success you must “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you” (I Thess.- 5:16-18). S«aP W it Alley, Al “First things first everyday, because where you’re headed is more important than how fast you’re going” -Stephen R. Covey “What you do speaks so loud that I cannot hear what you say” -Ralph Waldo Emerson 178 Logan Bennett Charlotte, North Carolina Major: Ship’s Officer (The only way to go!) Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Band, Football, 100 Mile Club, 100,000 Pound Club Officer Billets: CX and PC Ships Sailed: SeaLand Integrity, APL President Wilson, Matson Kauai, CSX Hawaii Sea Partners:Ronn Huff, Hal Rhea, John Hahn, Danny Yun Countries Visited: Netherlands, Germany, England, Spain, Malta, Italy, Japan, China, South Korea, Puerto Rico, Guam Internship: USSM Favorite Academy Memory: The trials and tribulations of my four years here. Future Plans: Live life to its fullest! Twenty Years From Now...: Living the life; traveling the globe, coaching football and watching my kids grow up. Final Message: It has been a blast! Kings Point has given me so many memories that I will never forget. “Destiny is no matter of chance; it is a matter of choice. It is not a thing to be waited for; it is a thing to be achieved” -William Jennings Bryan 179 Jason M. Bernick Toms River, New Jersey Favorite Academy Memory: Having the chance to play Basketball with my brother. Sweet Sixteen!!!! Future Plans: Naval Aviator Twenty Years From Now...: Commercial Pilot Final Message: To the basketball team, stay strong and represent, don’t let this place hold you down. Mom and Dad thanks for always being there, I couldn’t have done it without your support. I love you. To all my boys no matter what happens I’d take a bullet for anyone of you. Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Basketball Officer Billets: 1PC1 Ships Sailed: CSX Hawaii, USNS Kiska, USNS Flint, USNS Denebola, ITB Baltimore, Cape Douglas Sea Partners: Kevin Kreutz, Jarrod DeWitz Countries Visited: Puerto Rico Guam, Saipan, Australia, Japan Internship: Global Maritime and Transportation School w Chad Schoene Jay, Bernie, J-Bird “Trust is the most sacred thing to have, you can work at it for years and one little mess up can ruin it forever.” 180 Jonathan Peter Bess ____Cottage Grove, Minnesota Countries Visited: Belgium, England, Germany, Singapore, Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Cross Country, Indoor Outdoor Track (Captain) Officer Billets: Platoon Commander (2PC2) Ships Sailed: MV Lykes Explorer, SS Energy Enterprise, USNS Rappahannock, SS CSX Consumer Sea Partners: Preston Dodgen, Colin O’Leary, Seth Cobb, Jim Graham, Amber Jones Guam, Australia, USA Internship: US Air Force Field Training Favorite Academy Memory: Senior Year - Friendships, XC, and the Penn State RV trip Future Plans: US Air Force Pilot Twenty Years From Now...: Enjoying life with the ones I love. Final Message: Family, without your love, I’d be lost. Friends, as one voyage concludes, a new journey commences. I extend my best wishes. Keep taking risks as we pursue the splendor that is the adventure of life. “Do not seek to follow in the footsteps of men of old; seek what they sought” - Matsuo Basho 181 Big Pete, AB Peter Michael Borszich, Jr. Glendale, Arizona r- Favorite Academy Memory: All those times I took the wet laundry out of the dryer. Future Plans: Naval Flight or Ship Design. Twenty Years From Now...: Sitting on my beach deciding what drink to have the maid bring next. Final Message: I wouldn’t have made it out of this place without such a loving family and great friends. Mom. Dad, and Nick- thanks for all your support. Thanks to all my friends for making it all worthwhile. Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Baseball Officer Billets: 2nd Batt Logistics Officer Ships Sailed: APL President Truman, Sealand Integrity, CSX Trader Sea Partners: Andrew Crowley, Lisa Taylor, Scott Campbell Countries Visited: Japan, Taiwan, China, Spain, Malta, Italy Internship: Naval Flight I WsfliS “It is possible to store the mind with 1,000,000 facts and still be entirely uneducated” - Dylan Thomas 182 [fcyL % w •%| Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, Track, Officer Billets: Company Fitness Officer Ships Sailed: M V Noble Star, USNS Supply, CSX Trader Sea Partners: Steve Hohenshelt, Devin Burgess, Seamus Hunt, Aaron Wens, Scott Campbell, and Nick Fenzel Countries Visited: Congo, Ghana, Benin, Ivory Coast, Puerto Rico, Guam, Taiwan, Hong Kong Internship: Still a problem Fort Myers, Florida Favorite Academy Memory: Thursday night mandatory attendance night at bogies with the KP Football team. Future Plans: To be happy and successful. With a wonderful family and beautiful wife. Twenty Years From Now...: I see myself successful and in close contact with many of my friends from Kings Point. Final Message: First off I want to thank both parents for always being there for me when I have needed anything at all. I know without your love and support, this dream wouldn’t become a reality. To all my boys from KP Football, I love you guys...Trifecta for life! To Kim, thanks for opening your heart and soul to me. You have made this year so much easier for me, I love you. Slim Brady Michael Stephen Brady “Separate we are weak, but together we form a power which is not been seen to this mortal Earth. Know it, love it, learn it, and fear it. God bless the Trifecta.” , V 183 ' Brunestar, Bruhe Woodbridge, Virginia Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Soccer Ships Sailed: M V Chesapeake Bay, S.S. Sgt. Mate] Kocak, M V Samuel L. Cobb Sea Partners: Jake Crespin, Craig Gundry, Aja Vickers, and Aaron Wens Countries Visited: Spain, Malta, Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Greece, Italy, Kwajalien Internship: Logistics Integration Agency, Alexandria, VA. International Services Corporation, Washington, D.C. Favorite Academy Memory: Scamming sea-year for all it’s worth. Future Plans: Sail for a few years and go to grad school so I can get a real job. Twenty Years From Now...: Enjoying the retired life. Final Message: To my family, thanks for all the love and support you have given me. To my friends at Kings Point, I couldn’t have done it without you. Ryan D. Brune “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” - Robert Frost “If it’s not due tomorrow...it’s not going to happen!” 184 Scott Edward Buchanan ____Woodbridge, Virginia____ Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Lacrosse Officer Billets: 2PC3 - 1st Rotation Ships Sailed: M V Fidelio, USCGC Mackinaw, Maersk Arizona, Sealand Achiever Sea Partners: Clint Hopper Countries Visited: England, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Romania, Djibouti Internship: U.S. Air Force Field Training, Lackland AFB Favorite Academy Memory: Alumni weekend, plebe year. See me for details! Future Plans: Air Force Officer Twenty Years From Now...: Out of USAF, strong family, hopefully a happy existence... Final Message: It's been a long and tough journey through the Academy, but we're finally out and I want to thank everyone who helped along the way! Scotty B. What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others. - Pericles 185 Devin Burgess Favorite Academy Memory: Anytime I was with my friends. For example, the infamous coin and Pittsburgh, or Mardi Gras and the celebrities on the floats, kegs in Albany, any Halloween, just to name a few. Future Plans: Work hard, Party harder!! Twenty Years From Now...: The CEO of Burgess Enterprises or retired doing absolutely nothing! Final Message: I would just like to thank my family and friends for helping me through this place. Without their support finishing the Academy would have been very difficult to accomplish. I would especially thank my mom and and two brothers for their continuous love and support, you are my life! Andio my fathers, I will never forget you! Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Soccer Officer Billets: 4th Company Main Deck Platoon Commander Ships Sailed: APL Philippines, USNS Supply, Stonewall Jackson, Green Cove Sea Partners: Seamus Hunt, Mike Brady, Aaron Wens, Lindsey Coleman Countries Visited: Egypt, Sudan, Djibouti, India, Japan, Taiwan, China, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Guam, Canada Internship: The Greater Dallas Chamber of Commerce, International Business Development Department “Every man dies. Not every man truly lives.” - Braveheart “In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: It goes on.” - Robert Frost 186 JB, Jonny B., Turtle Man Jonathan Michael Burnett Helena, Montana Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Baseball (2000-2003) Officer Billets: Baseball Team Captain, 1PC2 Ships Sailed: S S Ewa, M V Endurance, M V CSX Kodiak, T V Kings Pointer Sea Partners: Seth Cobb, Mike Rattigan, and all my spring holdover boys Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Hawaii, Alaska Internship: Watkins and Shepard Trucking, Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: Sparky....Finding the girl of my dreams...all of the Mets and Yankees games. Future Plans: Graduate as a professional officer and leader of honor and integrity who is dedicated to serving the United States and its armed forces....Marry my baby girl. Twenty Years From Now...: A little north of Milwaukee with my beautiful wife, fat bulldog, and baseball on T.V. Final Message: God Bless Kenny Graff and his family. A true friend and the best man to ever call a Baseball game I pitched in. Live life to its fullest....you never know when it will come to an end. “When the road looks rough ahead, remember the Man Upstairs and the word Hope. Hang onto both and tough it out.” - John Wayne 187 Vallerie Marie Lynn Busch Vail, Big Mouth, Double Barrel Shotgun Nose Hilo, Hawaii Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Wrestling and Drill Instructor Officer Billets: Company Commander Ships Sailed: President Grant, SeaLand Performance, SS Lurline Sea Partners: Packard Trent, Murrell Hilton, Ryan McCree Countries Visited: Italy, Japan, Bahamas, Spain, South Korea, China Internship: General Dynamics Electric Boat Favorite Academy Memory: My victory in my first Kings Point home wrestling meet. Future Plans: To travel the world and experience life to the fullest. Twenty Years From Now...: Loving my career and married to Mr. Perfect. Final Message: I want to thank you mom and dad for your support, love, and encouragement for getting me through these four years. I also want to let my brothers know they are the best two brothers in the world and I love them both very much. And to Jeremy, I love you but stop following me. I also want to give a special thanks for that one person who has always been there for me and changed my whole world for the better. I have enjoyed sharing memorable laughs and tears with you, Jared. I love you and I will never forget you. ill tifE V' Ca ! Yesterday is experience. Tomorrow is hope. Today is getting from one to the other as best as we can 188 Christopher John Byrne Scottsdale, Arizona Major: Marine Engineering Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Water Polo, Yearbook, Tuesday Night Club, Varsity Volleyball Officer Billets: RMO Ships Sailed: M V President Grant, M V Maersk Constellation, .A S.S. ElMorro N I % V Sea Partners: Eric Hedval, Matt DeBoer, Sean Rafferty Countries Visited: Japan, China, Korea, Yugoslavia, Egypt, Bangladesh, South Africa, Gabon, Spain, Puerto Rico, Guam Internship: USAF Field Training, VS-22 “Topcats Favorite Academy Memory: Kings Point Water Polo: 11 Air Force Academy: 10 Future Plans: United States Air Force Twenty Years From Now...: Golfing and Flying in Scottsdale Final Message: Don’t be lazy “There are not more than five musical notes, yet combinations of these five qive rise to more melodies than can ever be heard.” - Sun Tzu 189 David S. Byun Los Alamitos, California Moon Sun, Eclipse Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: XC, Track, SAAM, CFC Officer Billets: Table Captain, Room Captain, 1PC1 Ships Sailed: CSX Producer, MV Mokihana, SeaLand Performance Sea Partners: Tom Baumann, Will Ku, Tim Smith Countries Visited: Hawaii, Guam, Okinawa, China, South Korea, Japan, Bahamas, Spain, Gibraltar, Morocco, Malta, Italy Internship: LA LB Coast Guard Marine Safety Officer, LA Coast Guard Air Station Favorite Academy Memory: Not being here at school either because of sea year or vacation. Future Plans: Navy Flight Twenty Years From Now...: Play golf and chill at the beach... Final Message: I thank God for helping me through this place. I thank my family; I couldn’t have done it without your support and encouragement. To my bros: Will Preston, good times. I’m out, peace, later... 190 • t m .the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” - 2 Timothy 4:6-7 I M Colin M. Campbell “If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with success unexpected in common hours.” - Henry David Thoreau Salem, Oregon__________________ Favorite Academy Memory: ' Transportation u Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Offshore Sailing, Swimming, : ; Cross Country, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee Officer Billets: Ships Sailed: M V President ;'; Adams, USNS Walter S. Diehl Sea Partners: Matt Schilling - Countries Visited: Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, 'Singapore, Thailand, Australia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Holland, Germany, Belgium, and England Internship: 142nd Fighter Wing Oregon Air National Guard Trip to Western Europe with 13 fellow midshipmen plebe year. Flight deck 2nd Co. dance parties. Future Plans: Commission in the Navy with a billet in Naval Aviation. Live life to the fullest and be wary of how I live it. Twenty Years From Now...: Living in my cabin on the Oregon coast with my family. Enjoying retirement and reserve service in the Navy or National Guard Final Message: To the true role models of my life...my parents. Your support, understanding, and generosity made everything I’ve achieved possible. To my friends...who always walked in when the rest of the world walked out. Scotty Cams, Wake ”1 dig my toes into the sand. The Ocean looks like a thousand diamonds strewn across a blue blar against the wind, pretend that I am weightless, and in this moment, I am happy.’’-Brandon Boyd, Moi I lean View Scott M. Campbell San Rafael, California Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Crew, Experienced Drill instructor, Mariners Chorus, Drama Club Officer Billets: 2nd Battalion Commander, Regimental Public Affairs Officer Ships Sailed: MA Sea-Land Patriot, USNS Pecos, S S CSX Trader Sea Partners: Joe Freda, Matt Davis, Mike Borszich Countries Visited: China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Panama, Bahamas, Germany, Belgium, United Kingdom, Bahrain, UAE, Netherlands Internship: APL Limited, Oakland, CA Favorite Academy Memory: Chairman of “Team Chaos” at the 2002 National Debutante Ball in Washington, DC Future Plans: Explore new lands, graduate school, lead singer, actor, DJ, head of my own company, husband, and father. Twenty Years From Now...: Loving every minute of a healthy, honest, and successful life with my family and the woman of my dreams right by my side. Final Message: I am eternally thankful for the three pillars on which I stand: God, family, and friends. ROCK ON. 11 fid 1 - ' IPl : ccrte w • Noli • %f 2 • • C % - ••«� .; — � • 11 • .tit 'A-. Nicholas Andrew Cappel Fairfax, Virginia Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Men’s Varsity Basketball Student Assistant Coach, Mariner’s Chorus, Liturgical Choir Officer Billets: 1st Platoon Commander 3rd Co., 2nd Battalion Operations Officer. Ships Sailed: M V CSX Anchorage, USNS Henry J Kaiser, M V Gus W. Darnell, M V Green Dale, USNS Yane Sea Partners: John Stuber, Chris Melton Countries Visited: Alaska, Diego Garcia, Aruba, Belgium, Italy, The Middle East, Japan Internship: Military Sealift Command Favorite Academy Memory: The Basketball Team Making it to the Sweet Sixteen Future Plans: Sail for MSC, write. Twenty Years From Now...: Settled down with a loving family, still entertaining folks, either on stage or behind the curtain. Final Message: My family: Your love and support is more than any guy could ask for. All my friends: Don’t stop the music. God: I am nothing without your everlasting grace and wacky sense of humor. The Capster .lies' gV0 “Watch out for each other. Love and forgive everybody. It’s a good life, enjoy it!” -Jim Henson “I’ve had a wonderful time, but this wasn’t it.” -Groucho Marx 193 Old Man, Fish, The Cardinal Michael Joseph Cardinale t Center Moriches, New York Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: 3 c Vice President, Color Guard, Lacrosse Officer Billets: Drill Ceremonies Officer Ships Sailed: CSX Navigator, CSX Hawaii, Sealand Florida, USNS Yano, T V Kings Pointer Sea Partners: John Horn, Dan Bergin, Jimmy Krantz, Nick Cappel, Eric Fielding, Eddie Blanco, Ross Cutler Countries Visited: Germany, England, France, Holland, Bahamas, China, Taiwan, Guam Internship: Derecktor Shipyard Partners Inc., McLaren Engineering Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: Color Guard TM’s plebe year, New Orleans, Sea Year, Big Easy, Packard’s Shenanigans, Graduation Day Future Plans: Marine Aviation Twenty Years From Now...: After 19 years of working for my money I’ll be watching my money work for me. Final Message: Thanks to God, my parents, Aunts, Uncles, and Candace. I love you all. Trev, I’ll always owe you. Carmen, who always believes in me. Jimmy, Jackson, Packard, Billy though the times were tough I couldn’t have done it without you. e I 194 “I still have bad days, but that’s okay. I used to have bad years.” -Anonymous “The real measure of wealth is how much you’d be worth if you lost all your money.” -Anonymous Lincoln, Illinois Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Christian Fellowship Club, Class Treasurer, Color Guard, SAAM Officer Billets: Color Guard Commander Ships Sailed: M V Green Point, Tug and Barge Beverly Anderson, M V Judy Litrico, M V Sgt. William R. Button Sea Partners: Andrew (Moses) MacKay Countries Visited: Japan, Puerto Rico, Russia, Guam, Saipan Internship: U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman Ray LaHood Favorite Academy Memory: My ship being stuck in the ice in Russia for 3 weeks; Jumping off the top deck of an alumni’s 10 million dollar yacht underneath the Throgs Neck Bridge during a rain storm in October; getting to know my classmates and hang out with them. Future Plans: Traveling and living overseas, graduate school, a few kids Twenty Years From Now...: “For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and future.” Jeremiah 29:11 Final Message: Mom-often I take for granted how much you have done and continue to do for me at Kings Point, thank you: Dad-for helping me out during my sea year and back at school when I have struggled, thank you: Cliff, Kelsey, Kaylee, Scott, Christian, Meagan - for being great brothers and sisters, thank you: JD, Mia, Jaden - welcome to the family! (you have no idea what you are in for) To the friends here at school and back home, let’s live every day for the blessing that it is. Carny, Jaguar “If I take the wings of dawn, if I settle at the farthest limits of the sea, even there Your hand shall guide me, and Your right hand shall hold me fast.” - Psalm 139:9-10 195 amin Barton Carr Brookline, Massachusetts Favorite Academy Memory: Walking out the front gate for the last time. Future Plans: Graduate school, marry the beautiful love of my life Laura, build a cabin in the woods up Maine, maybe do some engineering. Twenty Years From Now...: Fixing my boat. Final Message: I would like to thank my family, Laura, the Olson family and my friends for your support, prayers and your love. Praise the Lord, bye Kings Point. Major: Marine Engineering Company: 1st Company Officer Billets: CNO 1 Ships Sailed: SS Energy Enterprise, M V Green Cove, M V James R. Barker, M V Paul R. Tregurtha, ITB Mobile Sea Partners: Will Corrigan, Trevor Trongard, Chris March Countries Visited: Korea, Japan, Mexico, Canada Internship: R B Carr Engineering “You can not discover new oceans unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.” -Unknown 196 1 Stephen Lloyd Casapulla Cas, Steve Oxford, Connecticut Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Baseball, Rugby Officer Billets: 1st Company Commander, Regimental Training Officers Assistant Ships Sailed: MA President Adams, USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), MA Liberty Star, MA SeaLand Atlantic, SS Cape Avinof, USCGC Finback Sea Partners: Andrew Mascotti, Trevor Battles Countries Visited: Italy, Malta, Portugal, Spain, Gibraltar, Japan, Taiwan, Hong King, China, Singapore, Djibouti, Bahamas, Alaska Internship: US Navy SEAL Training (Mini-Bud s), San Diego, CA; USCG Search Rescue, Atlantic City, NJ; VF-211 Fighting Checkmates (F-14 Tomcat) Favorite Academy Memory: Mini-BUD s ‘02; Holdover 3 c year; Montana Trip Fall ‘02 Future Plans: Get older, become wiser, stay fit and never lose sight of where I'm from. Twenty Years From Now...: Living comfortably with a huge family of my own while still striving to do more for my country. Final Message: Kings Point is truly what you make of it. These four years have shown me how far I can go, and how far I can still push myself. Without the support of my unbelievable family I would not have found the strength to persevere. V 197 “Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.” - Robert Kennedy Chappy David Kenneth Chapman Kailua, Hawaii Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Dinghy Sailing (Team Captain Jr. and Sr. year) Officer Billets: 3rd Company Human Relations Training Officer Ships Sailed: M V President Wilson, S S Westward Venture, M V Gus Darrell, ITB Grotton Sea Partners: Matt Hurd, Jared Leigh, Chad Mickelson Countries Visited: Guam, Okinawa, Japan, South Korea, China, Cuba, Panama, Australia, Antarctica, New Zealand Internship: Foss Maritime, Long Beach Favorite Academy Memory: Dingy Team van rides and regattas, and both sea years. Future Plans: Active Duty Military Twenty Years From Now...: A healthy family, accomplish some important goals, and get back together with my KP buddies and remember and laugh about these times. Final Message: What KP taught me: 1) Never stop learning, be a student of life; 2) You can learn something important from anyone; 3) Choices are what make you free; 4) Anything has elements of good and bad; and 5) Worrying gets you nowhere. “Remember yesterday, dream of tomorrow, seize today. Cherish friends, family, and traditions, and remember there is a time for everything.” 198 Michael Chatterton « • Queens, New York Major: Marine Engineering Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby, Kings Point Eagle Scout Association Officer Billets: Table Captain, Room Captain, 4th Company Human Relations Training Officer Ships Sailed: Sealand Atlantic, Lykes Motivator, USNS Spica, Sealand Endurance Sea Partners: Dave German, Pat Walsh, Jay Van Valen, Frank Megna Countries Visited: Germany, Holland, England, Spain, Malta, Italy, China, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates Internship: DM+JM Harris Favorite Academy Memory: Rugby, on and off the field, Bonfires in the park, Ring Dance, 4th Company Flight Deck Future Plans: Live life, drink beers, and have fun Twenty Years From Now...: I don’t even know what I am doing tomorrow, how can I predict what I will be doing 20 years from now? Final Message: I couldn’t have gotten through this place without the love and support of my family. Thank you so much. My sanity has remained thanks to Friday and Saturday nights with the greatest friends in the world. I will miss you all, but not this school. Chat, Fuzz 199 “It’s the little guy you have to watch out for.” -Al Pacino Metaire. Louisiana i. Kenny Major: Logistics Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Offshore sailing, Power Squadron Officer Billets: Regimental Waterfront Executive Officer Ships Sailed: M V Lykes Discoverer, M V President Kennedy, S S CSX Spirit, M V Seabulk Challenge Sea Partners: Eric “Ed” Dresser, Dalton “Stup Dawg” Stupack Countries Visited: Germany, England, Belgium, China, Japan, Taiwan Internship: New Orleans-Baton Rouge Steamship Pilot Association Favorite Academy Memory: 40’s and combos; OC; Tim McGraw; Montana Trip; Camping; Graduation Day Future Plans: Mississippi River Pilot and New Orleans Saints Season Ticket Holder Twenty Years From Now...: Living in New Orleans with a wife and four kids Final Message: Mom, Dad, Christian, Britton, Margie-Thanks for all of your support. To all my KP friends, I would not have made it without you. Emily, I’m coming home. I love you all ■«cefBiiis ’ Ij A : 5 J I “Who dat?” - Kendall Chauvin “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.’’-John 15:13,KJV 200 1 ijeremy David Coatsworth Hoik, Major: Marine Engineering , Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Auto Club Officer Billets: CA03, MIDN Ensign, Room 4305 Commander Ships Sailed: M V Chesapeake Bay, M V Gus W. Darnell, M V Sealand Defender, S S Independence Reading. Pennsylvania Noi % ; Sea Partners: Kevin Corrigan Countries Visited: Israel, Turkey, Greece, Italy, Malta. Egypt, Portugal, China, Korea, Japan Internship: Reliant Energy Titus Power Station Favorite Academy Memory: Partying with the boys, sea year, my 21st birthday in da city, and finally...graduation Future Plans: Enjoying my nine to five job and meeting the girl of my dreams while wearing my Kings Point sweatpants. Twenty Years From Now...: Obtaining my Masters and PhD. I plan on being happily married and enjoying some little runts of my own. Final Message: Thank you Mom and Dad, and Josh. There’s no possible way that I could have done this without you guys and the love and hope that you give me. I owe you the world. Jerry, Dale, Juice, “The Joy of All Women” ■. . - '1' ' : . i 'frrtv i f —.... “Past and to come seem best; things present worst.”-Shakespeare 201 «• Full Size Bench and Deer Kevin P. Kreutz Cobber Seth Tyrus Cobb _____Atlanta. Georgia__ Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Basketball Officer Billets: CFO Ships Sailed: SS Eva, USNS Rappahanock, USNS Kiska Sea Partners: Jon Burnett, Jon Bess, Colin O’Leary, Jim Graham Countries Visited: Australia, Guam, Canada, China, Saipan, Singapore, Japan Internship: US Army 53rd Transportation Battalion Fort McPherson, GA Favorite Academy Memory: Making the Sweet Sixteen in the NCAA tournament j,T::r Future Plans: Sitting around doing absolutely nothing. Twenty Years From Now...: Sitting around doing absolutely ;:: nothing. 5 f Final Message: To my family, I . know it’s been hard being away from someone as great as me ': for so long, but thanks for letting me go. To my boys graduating and the ones I leave behind, ' :■? thanks you made this place 1 bearable. Now it’s off to paradise. il 202 “Time to take leave all formal functions, time to plant seeds of reconstruction, no time this time to feign reluctance.”-EV “There’s a song for every occasion.” “No, no, it’s ok, we’re on starboard!” Lindsey Ann Coleman ____Charleston. Illinois___ Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Offshore sailing, Mariner’s Chorus, Chapel Choir, Band, Drill Team Officer Billets: RPA, PC Ships Sailed: M V Faust, M V Lykes Explorer, USNS Tippecanoe, M V Green Cove Sea Partners: Margaret Nicks, Colin Adler, Mike Sheahan, Chris Arnold, John McFadden, Devin Burgess Countries Visited: England, France, Belgium, Germany, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, China Internship: Foss Maritime Favorite Academy Memory: Block Island Race week and Blender Madness! The limo ride to ring dance, and time spent with friends. Future Plans: Drive a truck, start a singing career, and learn to play the fiddle. Twenty Years From Now...: My family and I are either cruising on our yacht, or surveying my ranch from horse back. (And, of course, still singing!) Final Message: I can’t believe we’re done! I’d have to say that the best part was the friendships made along the way. This is only the beginning! Hold on to your dreams, keep smiling, and remember: Just calm down; sail the boat fast. Thank you to my family and friends! The value of your love and support are immeasurable. Red 203 Stuart Edgar Colie Point Pleasant, New Jersey Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Dinghy Team, Karaoke, and Motion Pictures Officer Billets: Company Honor Board Chairman, Table Captain Ships Sailed: SS Maui, SS Stonewall Jackson, SS PFC Eugene A. Obregon, MV Gus W. Darnell, SS Cape Alexander Sea Partners: Jared Leigh, Jake Crespin, Sang Yi Countries Visited: Spain, Greece, Egypt, Denmark, Norway, Japan, Singapore, South Korea Internship: Bunker Fuels Corporation Favorite Academy Memory: Camping trip with KC, TB, DC, JL...and saving Joe from the Idiot. Future Plans: I plan on having fun, and hopefully make a little money sailing until some company decides I deserve a high paying desk job. J Twenty Years From Now...: Have every toy imaginable, have a ridiculous house, and best of all, I’ll be all liquid. Final Message: Thank you Mom, Dad, and Rich for your love and support. Sang, Tommy, Kenny, Norm, CJ McHale, and Joe: Thanks for all the laughs and good times. I would’ve had a hell of a time doing it without all of you. Iff I h 204 “The older you get the more rules they are going to try and get you to follow. You just gotta keep livin’ man! L-l-V-l-N!” -Wooderson 1 i ; Kevin Corrigan ____Miller Place, New York Major: Marine Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Basketball Officer Billets: PC, CLOG Ships Sailed: M V Chesapeake Bay, M V Gus W. Darnell, S S Independence Sea Partners: Jeremy Coatsworth Countries Visited: Portugal, Malta, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Italy, Greece, Aruba, Puerto Rico, Texas Internship: VFA-106 Favorite Academy Memory: Getting paid to be on a cruise ship. Future Plans: Naval Aviation Twenty Years From Now...: Most Eligible Bachelor. Final Message: Through all the ups and downs, doubts and fears, I finally made it through, but I was definitely never alone. Thank you Mom and Dad for always being there for me and all your sacrifices. Thanks Pat for all your advice, and Jill for your much needed financial support. 3 7 it Gunz “Na na sta stick em wit one a dos twenty-six and urn whatever it is.” “Excuse me. Um a, wa wa where’s my urn office at...what company am I ah in?” -C02 205 Willy White Slice, Billy William G. Corrigan P East Williston, New York_ ' m3 Hr . - Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Soccer Officer Billets: 2nd Deck Platoon Commander, 1st Rotation Ships Sailed: M V Green Cove, USNS Kanawha, HMI Brenton Reef Sea Partners: Benjamin Carr, Mike Rye, and for two glorious weeks Chris Arnold, Rob Tibbals, JP Kost, Tom Flanagan Countries Visited: Japan, South Korea, Canada, Mexico, Turkey, Italy, Greece Internship: APL-Howland Hook Terminal, Staten Island Favorite Academy Memory: Senior year soccer, going to NCAAs, beating Johnson j :-y, Wales, and Rowan to go to the sweet 16. Future Plans: Live life one day at a time, remembering to find one different beautiful thing a day. Twenty Years From Now...: I'-'; Happily married with children, operating my own business and successfully keeping in touch with my friends and family. Final Message: Mom, Dad, Kathleen, Mary, and Bernadette, Scott, Shawn, Jen, and all the rest of my teammates classmates and friends and family, thank you all very much for all of your support and love __ throughout my life, especially the last four years, ou have continued to remind me that life is only its greatest when it can be shared with people you love. “...But most of all, it’s about using your life to touch or poison other people’s hearts. In such a way that could have never occured alone. Only you choose the way those hearts are affected, and those choices are what life’s about.” 206 .• Wr - fS 311 % S TC Arthur DeBorja Cunanan San Diego, California Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: SAAM, Yearbook Officer Billets: Second Battalion Academic Officer Ships Sailed: M V Philippines, MA RJ Pfeiffer, SS Maui, M V Moku Pahu, M V Noble Star Sea Partners: Asa Kim, Aleta Prose, Sean Foster, Adrian Dy, James McElya Countries Visited: Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, Croatia, Angola, Benin, Liberia, North Korea Internship: American Thermo Tech Favorite Academy Memory: Learning from everyone just by listening to them. Future Plans: Get married and become a good husband, father, and role model. Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll have no regrets because I lived life to its fullest. Final Message: To those who have supported me on everything. Special thanks to my mom and dad, Bay, Ace, Hannah, Anne, Celeste who’ve treated me like family. To my table during INDOC: Shaun, Ross, Jake, Eric, Sarah, Michael, Caroline, Tommy, and Will; you are the future leaders, never give up. I’m sorry if I missed anyone, but I hope I have the chance to capture your heart as well. Archie “I’ve gotta hold my head up high, can’t settle for just a little bit of sky, can’t be afraid to spread my wings and fly. I’ve gotta turn my dreams into life.’’-Vivian Green 207 Ross H. Cutler _____Vienna, Virginia Major: Logistics and Intermodal transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Captain of Lacrosse Team Officer Billets: Company Honor Board Chairman Ships Sailed: Lykes Liberator, Cape Archway, CapeAvinof, CSX Navigator, Sealand Commitment, CSX Discovery, Overseas Philadelphia Sea Partners: Jim Krantz, Pat O'Brien, Preston Dodgen, Michael Cardinale, Alan Syslo Countries Visited: Germany, Belgium, United Kingdom, Spain, Malta, Italy, Puerto Rico, China, Taiwan, Guam Internship: OSG Ship Management, Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: Trying to get to the Long Island Railroad, Fourty and a movie, Spring Break with the Lacrosse team. Future Plans: Living life. Twenty Years From Now...: On the beach with a margarita in one hand. Final Message: The best thing about the last four years is the friends I have now. Thanks to my family for always being with me. I couldn’t have survived school without my friends and family. i M 11 “You can’t always do great things, only small things with great love.” “Time decides its own outcome, but it is up to us to decide what to do with the time given.” 208 Vincent D’Eusanio Staten Island, New York Major: Marine Engineering Systems (Electrical) sixyy Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Football, Captain 2002 Officer Billets: Platoon Commander Ships Sailed: SS Green Island, SS Stonewall Jackson, USNS Concord, USNS Rappahannock Sea Partners: Devin Lefevbre, Meade Robbing Countries Visited: Italy, Spain, Egypt, Sudan, Yeman, Djibouti, Pakistan, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Japan Internship: Staten Island Ferry Favorite Academy Memory: Holding the Secretary's Cup for the 4th straight year in the rain! Future Plans: Sailing to make some money, then finding a shore side job and settling down. Twenty Years From Now...: Taking the boys to pee-wee football with Meade, Tank, Hoey, Hitz, and the boys. Final Message: I want to thank everyone who helped me to make it through here, especially my parents. To my friends, we made it, good luck and we’re going to have some wild bbqs and bachelor parties!!! “If anything goes bad, I did it. If anything goes semi-good, we did it. If anything goes real good, you did it. That’s all it takes to get people to win football games.” - Paul “Bear” Bryant 209 Dippty, Jim, Siaunchwise, Dixon, Goof Troop Matthew Ryan Davis Olympia, Washington_ Favorite Academy Memory: Texas, R.E.K New Hampshire, Recognition, Nick’s dog, Sailing with Joe, and Hill, anything with Major: Marine Engineering Shipyard Management Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby, CFC, Skipper of Fussy Grumpkin Officer Billets: CXI, BX1, RAA Ships Sailed: MV Green Cove, MV Betty Wood, USNS Pelos, SS Marine Chemist Sea Partners: Joe Freda, Brandon Hill Countries Visited: Korea, Japan, United Arab Emirates, Panama, Singapore Internship: Cascade General Shipyard friends. Future Plans: Sailing on yachts MSC, Rodeo clown Twenty Years From Now...: Sitting on the front porch with Brandon, Nick, Jim, and Joe picking guitars, talking about the kids and retirement. Final Message: To Mom, Jay, Dad, and Sue: you made it possible, I love you. To team Grumpkin: you made it fun. To the Freda’s: Thanks for a home. To the Lord...thanks for my life. - V “Two speeds are all you need, sprint...sleep.” 210 Se verna Park, Maryland Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Electrical minor Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Automotive Club, KPRFC Officer Billets: CAO Ships Sailed: M V Lykes Liberator, Tellus, Patriot, Shelia McDevitt, Stuyvesant Sea Partner: Glenn Merkel Countries Visited: Belgium, England, Germany, France, Panama Canal Internship: Military Sealift Command - Washington, D.C. Favorite Academy Memory: OC, Buffett, Ring Dance, UMD, Vermont Skiing, 40’s Combo’s, Rail’s room, Yeat’s and Graduation. Future Plans: Job in DC Metro area, starting my life with Joanie, getting a dog, and making up for lost time. Twenty Years From Now...: Living in MD on the water, Married to Joannie, Raising the kids, Relaxing in the hammock. Final Message: Mom, Gina, and Tory - thanks for all your support and love. Joanie -1 couldn’t be where I am today without you. Dad - this one is for you. You will always be in my thoughts. “For being in a ship is being in jail, with the chance of being drowned. A man in jail has more room, better food, and commonly better company.’’ - Dr. Samuel Johnson 211 Jarrod DeWitz Chandler, Arizona Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: The Marines, 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby, Football (I was just a kicker) Officer Billets: Table captain Ships Sailed: USNS Flint, Matson Chief Gadao, and CSX Tacoma Sea Partners: Jason Bernick and Chris VanDeVenter Countries Visited: Guam, Saipan, Australia, Thailand, Korea, Japan Internship: Coast Guard: San Pedro, California Favorite Academy Memory: Ring Dance; It was a great night. I don’t remember much, but that’s what I heard. Twenty Years From Now...: Making my own hours at a company I created. Happily married watching my kids growing up. Final Message: I would like to thank my parents for their love and support. To the fellas, I don’t know how some of us did it, but I’m not about to ask questions. And finally, thank you Kendyle for helping me through this last year, there is no way I would have made it without you. “Live everyday like there is no tomorrow. Who knows what will happen next, so make the best of it.“ “Money doesn’t buy happiness, but it sure is a hell of a down payment.” Shannon Erin DiPietropolo DP, Peaches, Miss D, Party Officer, Mac Tabernacle, New Jersey Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Drill Team, Yearbook, Band, Sea Year Enhancement Group, Midshipman Council Officer Billets: Regimental Protocol Officer Ships Sailed: CSX Reliance, USNS Guadalupe (TAO-200), M V Chesapeake Bay Sea Partners: John Stocker, Chris Malkush, Austin McKune, Allison Bennett, Greg Shamitko, Fred Peemoeller Countries Visited: Guam, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Costa Rica, Spain, Italy, Egypt, Israel, Turkey Internship: Aqua Gulf Transport, Pennsauken, NJ Favorite Academy Memory: Sea Year, Green signs of progress in the rearview mirror, and the friends that will never be Future Plans: Sail for a few years, get a shoreside job, get married and have a family. Twenty Years From Now...: Own a few limosines and be happily married with children. Final Message: Thank you to my wonderful family, everyone of you have a special place in my heart. Mommy and Daddy, words can not describe how grateful I am to have you. Tim and Ka, I wouldn’t be where I am today without you. Thanks for clearing the path for me to follow in your footsteps. Darius, thanks for believing in me. Thank you to my KP friends, may the memories we have made last a lifetime! You have made this journey worthwhile. May this not be the end of our journey together, but the beginning of one. Fair winds and following seas. “Mother, Mother Ocean, I have heard you call, wanted to sail upon your waters since I was three feet tall.” Jimmy Buffett Charles Dispenzieri __________________San Diego Major: Marine Engineering Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Ski Club Officer Billets: CHRT04 Ships Sailed: CSX Crusader, USNS Sirius, USS John Stennis Sea Partners: Paul Sparks and William Payne Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, Spain, Malta, Italy, Rhodes, Crete, Cypress, Denmark Internship: VS-41 Shamrocks California_________________ Favorite Academy Memory: Preakness 2002, Bevanda, the Mediterranean with the Sirius all stars, any of the ski trips. Future Plans: Naval Aviator Twenty Years From Now...: Flying the friendly skies, living near the water. Final Message: Mom and Dad, I cannot thank you enough for all you have done to help me make it through. Mike, I know you will do well whatever you decide. To the boys, what a run, you made it all worth it. 214 “I’d rather cry with the sinners than laugh with the saints...the sinners have much more fun.” - Billy Joel 5 James August Dixon Jacksonville, Florida Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Volleyball Team Officer Billets: CLOG1, BLOG1, Table Captain Ships Sailed: Sea Star El Morro, CSX Crusader, Matson Ewa, RRF Cape Diamond, and Sealand Performance Sea Partners: Jeremiah Gruidl, Alan Syslo, Josh Ervasti, Jake Sutliff, Danny James Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, Germany, England, Holland, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Texas Internship: Northrop-Grumman Ingalls Shipbuilding Favorite Academy Memory: Any time I was with my friends. Future Plans: Pay my parents back. Thank you Mom and Dad, I love you. Twenty Years From Now...: Celebrating my 44th birthday! All are invited. Final Message: Mom and Dad, John my best friend and brother, Heather my beautiful sister, all my friends, team Grumpkin, the Casapullas, Crespins, Fredas, Raffertys, Vandeventers -1 couldn't have made it without any of you. THANK YOU! “It’s time to see the world. It’s time to kiss a girl. It’s time to cross the wild meridian.” - Mr. Buffett, “The Pascagoula Run 215 Preston W. Dodgen Albuquerque, New Mexico Internship: Lawrence Livermore National Labs, Sandia National Labs Favorite Academy Memory: First three day weekend liberty plebe year, Rochester RTZK! Future Plans: Rock Twenty Years From Now...: Still rocking, happy, healthy, wealthy, and wise. Final Message: What a journey, Thank you so much Mom and Dad, no little squirt could have had more love and support. To everyone around our unique institution, Thank you for providing the structure of friendship with which I could not have done this without. I wish you all the best. Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Nuclear Power minor Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Auto Club, Photo Club Officer Billets: BAOI Ships Sailed: Lykes Explorer, USS Albuquerque, USS Toledo, SS Lurline, M V Commitment, and SS Discovery Sea Partners: Ross Cutler, Jerry Smith, Alan Syslo, Aaron Kless, Jon Bess, Countries Visited: England, Belgium, Italy, Malta, Germany, Gibraltar, Bahamas PD, P-Diggity, Dodge, Stone “Life is a journey. Enjoy the ride.” Phoenix, Arizona v % r Y Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, Speech Debate, Band Officer Billets: Platoon Commander Ships Sailed: Kaye E. Barker, Sealand Developer, Paul Buck, and Matson Lihue Sea Partners: Mike Rye and Craig Gundry Countries Visited: Panama, Japan, China, Cuba, Hong Kong, South Korea, Holland, England, Germany Internship: Ref-Fuel of Hempstead Favorite Academy Memory: Canoeing in Etter’s backyard, all 4 Secretary's Cup wins Future Plans: Job? What Job? Twenty Years From Now...: Job? What Job? Final Message: Thanks to everyone who helped keep the trainwreck near the tracks. Derek, Carl, Tim, Etter, my football boys, 1 SI, family, and anyone else-l’m getting choked up just thinking - Love you all. Trainwreck, Taxman, Anteater “You people have held me back long enough, I’m going to clown college! - Homer Simpson “Mr. Douglas. Righty tighty, lefty loosey.” - CDR Harbach 217 Jonathon Doyle sili ' n a %V)« M J Sil j “I see beauty in dead flowers... I have to try, show me what’s next” - I.F. i 218 Wt Eric Lane Dresser Overland Park, Kansas Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Mechanical minor Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Power Squadron, Ice Hockey, Human Powered Submarine Officer Billets: Regimental Waterfront Officer Ships Sailed: S S CSX Spirit, S S Herbert C. Jackson, M V President Kennedy, M V Lykes Discoverer Sea Partners: Kendall “Kenny” Chauvin Countries Visited: Belgium, England, Germany, Japan, China Internship: C.G. International, Inc., Scotch Plains, New Jersey Favorite Academy Memory: Letterman Show, Mardi Gras, Ocean City, 40's Combos, Ring Dance, Graduation Future Plans: Grad, school, Engineering, Business Management, Consulting, Teaching, Husband, Father, and Kansas City Chiefs Season Ticket Holder (all on the beach) Twenty Years From Now...: I will be living happily with my wife, kids, and a big boat in a quiet place on the water. Final Message: Mom, Dad, Scott, and Kaitlyn, thanks for your love and support. Kendall, sea year was definitely an experience. OC Crew, thanks for your friendships and the memories. We made it, and good luck in the future. it 11 “All men die, but not every man really lives.” - William Wallace “To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” - Steve Prefontaine 219 K Dridge, Bayviewmama Kristin Jean Dridge Lenexa, Kansas Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Crew, Sea Year Enhancement Group, Indoor Track Officer Billets: Band Company Logistics Officer Ships Sailed: M V Endeavor, M V President Grant, and SS Blueridge Sea Partner: Samuel Vaughn Countries Visited: China, Japan, Korea, Spain, Egypt, Turkey, Israel, and Italy Internship: US Coast Guard Activities New York Favorite Academy Memory: Going on company runs and watching plebes push. Future Plans: Chief Engineer aboard a supertanker Twenty Years From Now...: I hope to be on my ranch in Montana with my husky dog and my five horses. Final Message: A ship in a harbor is safe, but that’s not what ships were meant for. There is so much more to life. Don’t let anything get you down. Go out and enjoy living. i j � • I • ' $ if v.' y o: Mtfi 220 “What great thing would you attempt if you knew you could not fail?” John Wesley ________Bellevue, Ne Major: Marine Engineering lnt Edwards Bellevue, Nebraska - 'V, • .. Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Newman Club, Knights of Columbus, Kings Point Eagle Scout Association, SNAME, Newspaper Officer Billets: RCOMM Ships Sailed: USNS Dahl, MA Green Point, C S Global Link, MA Seabulk T rader Sea Partners: Michelle Gates, Candace Hancock, Robert Andrea, Christopher Malkush Countries Visited: Spain, Greece, Croatia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Band Company, Kuwait, Japan Internship: USAF ROTC Field Training - Lackland, TX Favorite Academy Memory: Drinking in the park with my friends in the middle of winter. Future Plans: Sailing on US flagged merchant vessels Twenty Years From Now...: Probably still sailing, but being really fat and sitting under the blower most of the time when I do it. Final Message: As cliched as it is...Thank you to everyone who supported me through school: my parents, my sister, my grandparents, my friends, and my classmates. 221 “We will not falter, we will not fail.” - President George W. Bush Jared R. Elliott Lake Placid, Florida i) Major: Marine Engineering Company: 2nd Company Activities Sports: Swimming Officer Billets: CT02 Ships Sailed: MV Paul Buck, USS Newport News (SSN 750), SS Green Island, MV Green Cove, SS SGT Matej Kocak Sea Partners: Brendan Ballard and Jason Craig Countries Visited: Italy, Spain, Egypt, Jordan, Eritrea, Djibouti, Israel, Singapore, Japan, Korea, Okinawa, Australia, Indonesian Islands, South American Islands Internship: Mini-BUD S, Coronado, CA Favorite Academy Memory: Scuba diving on Great Barrier Reef in Australia, Partying in Spain, Hanging out with the close friends I made here at KP, laughing and dancing with Vallerie. Future Plans: To become a Navy SEAL, raise a family, make up for lost time at KP and make sure that these fours years were worth it. Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll be close to retiring, moving on to another stage of life, staying busy, and always living life to the fullest. Final Message: Dad, Mom, and Katie, your love and support for me for this time in my life was invaluable. Thank you for being there for me when I was not at my best. I love you. Vallerie-Thanksfor being a friend and more, I will never forget you. Lastly to future Kings Pointers, “Never give in - nothing, great or small, large or petty - except to convictions of honor and good sense.” - Winston Churchill 4® ;• K “Adventure is an attitude that we must apply to the day to day obstacles of life -- facing new challenges, seizing new opportunities, testing our resources against the unknown and in the process, discovering our own unique potential.” - John Amatt J.R., T. K. Elliott 222 Andrew John Etter Watermill, New York Major: Marine Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, Knights of Columbus Officer Billets: RSWO Ships Sailed: M V Tanabata, GT Chevron Arizona, SS PFC Eugene A Obregon Sea Partner: Carl Schmidt Countries Visited: Spain, France, Belgium, England, Germany, Denmark, Poland Favorite Academy Memory: Chillin' with my boys in Walsh’s van. Future Plans: Engineering school. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired Final Message: Kings Point - great place to be from, not a great place to be at. “Work smart, not hard” John William Femema Jon Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby, Ski Club, Wake Boarding Club Officer Billets: CFO, two time table captain Ships Sailed: USNS Niagara Falls, SS Mayaguez, USS Mobile Bay, M V Anchorage, SS Kocak Sea Partners: RJ Lyons, Derek Walsh, Jeff Nicholson, Erik Hedval Countries Visited: Singapore, Saipan, Guam, Australia, Puerto Rico, England, Scotland, Poland, Lithuania, Estonia Internship: Horizon Engineering 4 any. W I Baltimore, and all those weekend getaways. Future Plans: Sail for a bit and ■;- then see what life has to offer. i pj A Twenty Years From Now...: Not sailing and enjoying still enjoying a single life. •••:• Final Message: I want to thank my family and friends for their support and tolerance over the last four years. Couldn’t have done it without you. I know this place wasn’t a good place to be, but let’s see if it is a good place to be from. Let’s ROCK! Oakdale, New York Favorite Academy Memory: Flight deck paintball, Hofstra, Cancun 2003, Brawling in M “Sometimes you just have to say what the H—, and make your move.’’-Joel Goodson ! Nicholas Ferrell Fenzel Jefferson y, —------------------------------- •j- Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby, Sailing Officer Billets: RHBVCI Ships Sailed: Lykes Navigator, Kocak, USNS Pomeroy, CSX Trader Sea Partners: Sean Rafferty, ... Brandon Hill, Chris Van De Venter, Scott Campbell Countries Visited: Spain, Greece, Germany, England, ... Belgium, Honolulu, Miami, Charleston, Norfolk, Houston, Point Loma Internship: NASCO in beautiful, sunny San Diego Favorite Academy Memory: Pick-up parties, Trip to Ohio, Finals ritual, Cherry Blossom Tourney, Valley School Song, NH and PA trips. Future Plans: Living in Spain Maryland____________________ while falling backwards into piles of money women. Twenty Years From Now...: Final Message: I want to thank everyone that has helped me in this world and the next. I want to thank all the true friends that KP has allowed me to discover...the ones who stood by me the entire way, never doubting me, and doing everything possible to help. And most of all I want to thank God who blessed me with these wonderful friends and family, gave me the abilities, and allowed to experience so much when he helped me make the decision to come to KP. KP changed me in more ways than I can explain and also provided the emotional roller coaster that can never be matched. “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I -1 took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” 225 X Edward Joseph Ferrei Panama, Republic of Panama Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: SNAME, Propeller Club, Weightlifting Officer Billets: Ships Sailed: S S Lihue, S S Prudhoe Bay, M V Sea Land Florida Sea Partners: Timberly Turner, Stephen Miernicki, Mike Smith, Matt Baker Countries Visited: US Hawaii, Philippines, England, Germany, Holland, Panama Internship: Atlantic Marine Inc. Shipyard, Jacksonville, Florida Favorite Academy Memory: Waking up in Port Washington with the conductor telling us that every Kings Pointer has missed the stop. Future Plans: Set sail, see the world and make some cash flow. Twenty Years From Now...: Live on a paradise island in Bocas Del Torro, Panama. With some essentials that include an endless amount of Soberana beers, case of Seco, lots of Sancocho soup and tons of Ceviche. Final Message: It’s finally over, thank God! To my loving family, thank you for all your help and support. See the rest of you guys on the other side. 226 “Speak softly, and carry a big stick. You will go far.’’-Theodore Roosevelt iS- Joseph Aloysius Finley Delray Beach, Florida '3 Major: Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Lacrosse, Hockey, Photography Officer Billets: CLOG3, 3PC1 Ships Sailed: Sealand Explorer, CSX Expedition, Lykes Motivator, Sealift Merlin, Kings Pointer Sea Partners: Nick Watts, Brian Kelly Countries Visited: Japan, Korea, China, England, Panama, Bahamas, Germany, Belgium, Norway, America Internship: Carnival Cruise Lines Favorite Academy Memory: Holding over for lacrosse with baseball party time at the park. Future Plans: Shoreside job somewhere, maybe grad school. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired with money in the bank to finish off my days. Final Message: Thank you everyone for all the memories. To everyone who has supported me, thank you, and I will never forget you. “I’ve met some people along the way, some of them split some of them stay. Some of them walk some, walk on by. I’ve got a few friends I’ll love till I die.’’-Bouncing Souls 227 Thomas B. Flanagan lc Crystal Lake, Illinois w I id Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, 1S1 Officer Billets: CAO Ships Sailed: Lykes Explorer, USNS Patuxent, Sea Land Patriot, USNS Denebola Sea Partners: JP Kost, Frank Wells, Kevin Monaco Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Greece, Germany, Belgium, England, China, Japan, South Korea Internship: Calpine Corporation, Northbrook, Illinois Favorite Academy Memory: Sea Year, Ring Dance, playing football, and Jamaica. Future Plans: To live life to the fullest. Twenty Years From Now...: Married, a stable job and some little ones running around. Final Message: To my Mom and Dad thank you for everything not only at KP but in life. To my friends thanks for making it all worthwhile. 0 8 . i� 228 “Tough times never last, but tough guys do.” Lee Anthony Fraser _____Dumfries, Virginia Major: Marine Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Offshore Sailing, Pistol Officer Billets: Water Front Training Czar, Navigator of the IN Kings Pointer Ships Sailed: M V Fidelio, HMI Brenton Reef Sea Partners: Brian Ryglowski, Sean Holt, Sara Salter Countries Visited: France, Belgium, Germany, England, Panama, United States Internship: Crowley Marine- Seattle Favorite Academy Memory: Block Island Race Week, Cliff Diving in Bermuda, Homecoming Drink ups, “XXX interactive, flying supersonic in an F A-18, WTC Future Plans: Sail commercial, sail my Hobie cat, live somewhere warm Twenty Years From Now...: I'm sitting on a warm beach, with a cold drink in hand, without a care in the world. Final Message: Kings Point is just a big country club...if you take away the classes and marching. I’m going to miss it when I’m gone. “I’m often wrong, but never in doubt.’’-Yokum “It seemed like a good idea at the time.” “Let’s Roll.” - Todd Beamer 229 Joseph Thomas Freda Jr. Fenzel, Jojo Strafford, New Hampshire Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Fall and Spring Crew, Cycling Club Officer Billets: BOPS1 Ships Sailed: M V Patriot, USNS Pacos, SS Mayaguez Sea Partners: Scott Campbell, Matt Davis, Nick Kalmukos Countries Visited: Panama, Bahamas, Japan, S.Korea, China, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, Puerto Rico Internship: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Bath Iron Works, NAS Oceana VFA-106 Favorite Academy Memory: Hangin out with the boys, pick-up parties, NH ski trips, Ohio road trip, Head of the Charles, Dad Vails, all sea experiences. Future Plans: Navy flight Twenty Years From Now...: I will be successful, happily married, and running the back country hills with my dogs. Final Message: I give thanks to my parents who consistently supported, motivated, guided, and helped me through 4 tough years. I could not have done it without you. Thanks to my boys: Nick, Matt, Brandon, and Jim, we all got through this place together, Fuzzy Grumpkin forever. “I want to be thoroughly used up when I die. For the harder I work the more I live. I rejoice in life for its own sake.” 230 0 Benjamin A. Ganser , Panama ____________________Cardenas Major: Marine Engineering Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: CFC Officer Billets: CHC3 Ships Sailed: Obregon, Green Island, Green Point, Humacao Sea Partners: Dennis Park, Michelle Gates, Steve Wilder Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Scotland, Djibouti, India, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, South Korea, Japan Internship: Panama Canal Authority Favorite Academy Memory: Time spent with friends, walking out the gates for the last time as a Midshipman. Future Plans: Sail, work power plants. Twenty Years From Now...: Hopefully retired sitting on my bohio on the beach. Final Message: Thanks to my life long friends I have made along the way and for being there for the good times and the hard times. If you ever need anything just ask and I’ll be there. Ben, Benganza “Lose everything but your faith in God and you will lose nothing. Lose your faith in God and you will lose everything.' 231 George, Crack Head, Sandman Jacob Matthew George Youngstown, Ohio Internship: John P. Colletti Associates (Professional Engineers and Marine Surveyors) Favorite Academy Memory: Major: Marine Transportation Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, Band, Knights of Columbus Officer Billets: CHBC, CFO Ships Sailed: SS PFC Eugene A Obregon, MA Tellus, MA Chesapeake Bay Sea Partners: Joe Balafas, Brantley Rushing, Aaron Smeckert, Jeffrey Hitzel Countries Visited: Spain, France, Germany, Belgium, England, Italy, Turkey, Israel, Egypt Ring Dance Future Plans: To sail as a third mate. Twenty Years From Now...: I want to have a small home and have great stories about the world. Final Message: Don’t take this school too seriously. Some days you’ll win. Other days you’ll lose. But once you finish, all you’ll have are the friends and memories, so have some fun and make it count. r •. tii “Man’s finest hour, the greatest fulfillment of all that he holds dear, is that moment when he has worked his heart out in a good cause and lies exhausted on the field of battle-victorious.’’-Vince Lombardi 232 'I David Michael German ______________________________ -Jj____Winter Springs, Florida Major: Logistics and Intermodal . Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: 345 Club, Woman’s Basketball Team manager, soccer team super fans Officer Billets: Assistant room captain, Assistant table captain Ships Sailed: Sealand Atlantic, APL Truman, CSX Discovery Sea Partners: Michael Chatterton, Cory Umstead Countries Visited: Germany, The Netherlands, England, Spain, Malta, Italy, Japan, China, Taiwan, Puerto Rico, The Bahamas, Alaska Internship: Tampa Bay Pilots Association Favorite Academy Memory: VMA’s 2001-2002, New Years 2002, Jovi, Park, Soccer game super fans Future Plans: Live in my mom and dad’s attic. Twenty Years From Now...: Livin’ in my mom and dad’s attic. Final Message: I just want to say thanks to my family and friends. No way I could have made it through this place without you. Thanks and I love you. “Us and them; and after all we’re only ordinary men; me, and you; God only knows it’s not what we chose to do.’’-Pink Floyd 233 Thomas Alan Ginavan, Jr.1,11 Tommy Guns, Tommy G Colleyville, Texas Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 2nd Company Officer Billets: Wardroom Commander Ships Sailed: SS Cleveland, SS Northern Venture, SS Lurline, SS Eva, MV President Jackson Sea Partners: Brendon Gray, Mike Rattigan, Packard Trent, Jim Dixon, and Pat Ward Countries Visited: Spain, Puerto Rico, Egypt, Eritrea, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Japan, China Internship: Ingalls Shipyard Favorite Academy Memory: Stealing cable TV 3rd and 2nd class year with Dodgen and Wagner. Future Plans: To translate the Constitution of the United States into Ancient Hebrew and be a 10 time NHRA Funny Car Champion. Twenty Years From Now...: I will be 41 and my girlfriend will be 21. Final Message: Hi Mom, I love you. Dad, thanks for making it so easy for me to succeed. I am proud to be your son. Thanks and good luck to all those that have made the last four years bearable. V 5a I iRWV 234 “Wake me up when we get there.” Colin Gordon Donald Gold ____Estell Manor, New Jersey M Major: Engineering Company: Second Company Officer Billets: 2PC1, 2PC3 Clubs Activities: Wrestling 1 2, Marine Options Program, Cannon Squad Ships Sailed: APL Korea, Sealand Hawaii, Sealand Expedition, CSX Energy Enterprise, MCS Saturn, CSL Samual L. Cobb Sea Partners: Gordon James, Mike Foley, Jeffrey Greco, James Weber, Paul Sallee, Carl Cline Countries Visited: Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia, China, Hong Kong, Greece, Germany, Italy, Malta. Israel, Tunisia, Panama, Puerto Rico Internship: Officer Candidate School, Quantico Virginia Favorite Academy Memory: Graduating from OCS and Recognition Future Plans: To become a pilot in the United States Marine Corps and to have a family. 20 Years from Now: Married with two kids and doing what I love. Final Message: Never stop trying to improve yourself. Oh, and stay away from the fireproof windows that have chicken wire in them. “Spider” “Love is proving your doubters wrong. “Everyone wants a piece of GOLD!” 235 MattyGreus, MattyG, Greus, Greusnatch Matthew Joseph Greusel Denver, Pennsylvania Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Growler Crew Officer Billets: CLOG2 Ships Sailed: M V Delaware Bay, M V Lykes Navigator, M VSealand Pride Sea Partners: Matt Alonge, Jon Sichel, Nick Kalmukos Countries Visited: Portugal, Spain, Italy, Malta, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Greece, Germany, Belgium, England, Netherlands Internship: Alaska Marine Highway System Favorite Academy Memory: A very Growler Christmas '00 (driving down the highway with a 30 ft tree was priceless). Future Plans: Sail a few years, then go back to school to become a high school teacher. Twenty Years From Now...: Settled down, married, teaching managing Matt’s Place. Final Message: While I wish I will never again set foot on the campus of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, I do wish to continue all the wonderful friendships I have made over these years. Also I would like to wish all Kings Pointers the best of luck in everything you do. A “The space between the tears we cry is the laughter that keeps us coming back for more. 236 ;V V c «emi m Timothy Guenther Wall, New Jersey Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 3rd Company Officer Billets: Midshipman Ensign Ships Sailed: MV Endurance, USNS Laramie Sea Partners: Brantley Rushing, Tim McLaughlin, Chris Arnold, and Steve Hohenshelt Countries Visited: Portugal, Spain, Italy, Malta, Egypt, Israel, Puerto Rico Internship: Norfolk Naval Shipyard Favorite Academy Memory: Having never spent a single weekend at Kings Point. Future Plans: $$$ Twenty Years From Now...: Final Message: I would like to thank the regiment for its lack of involvement in my life...and all of my professors who allowed me to graduate without doing any work. “You’re not your khakis.” - Tyler Durdn 237 Taz, Guido, “what did he just say,” RIDEinstrJ Justin Walter Guerrera Ship Bottom, New Jersey Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Naval Architecture option Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Dinghy Team, Ski and Snowboard Team, Wakeboard Club, Color Guard Officer Billets: Room Captain, Table Captain, Table XO Ships Sailed: USNS Yukon, MA Green Point, TA Kings Pointer Sea Partners: Jeff Reed, Suni Sukduang, Rob Tibbals, Countries Visited: US, Hawaii, Canada, Japan, Okinawa, Korea, Long Island Internship: US Navy Deep Submergence Unit Favorite Academy Memory: Winning USCSA Snowboard Nationals, Loon NH Future Plans: Buy a mountain in Alaska, buy and island, move the mountain to the island. Twenty Years From Now...: Ridin’ my mountain and surfin’ my waves, collecting on the bet that I would be married, redefining retirement. Final Message: Never regret it. Never forget your friends. Thanks to the ones I love and my family above all. 238 WABLAH BLAH BLAH. ..It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, it’s the size of the fight in the dog.” -Mark Twain 5| Craig Gundry Houston, Texas Major: Logistics , Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: -::l Football, Swimming, Track Officer Billets: CTO Ships Sailed: USNS Concord, S S Sgt. Mate, Kocan, M V Paul Buck Sea Partners: Ryan Brune, Devin Levebre, Vinny D'Eusanio, Ira Douglas Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Greece, Aruba, Cuba, US, England, Germany, Belgium Internship: Marine Inspection and Logistics Favorite Academy Memory: Nights at Bogies, 1st trip into the city, 02-03 football season Future Plans: Sail, then pursue a land job. Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll be preparing to retire. Final Message: Thank you to all my friends and family for supporting me throughout the years. Craigs, Craiger, Guns, Sac “Always expect the best out of yourself and the people around you, but understand that nothing is perfect.” 239 'i £4 Cory Stephen Gustafson Qjai, California____ Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Water Polo, Boxing Officer Billets: Regimental Regulations Liaison (acting) Ships Sailed: Pacific Challenger, MahiMahi, President Grant, Mayaguez, Charles M. Beeghly Sea Partners: Seth Tharpe, Andrejs Kukainis Countries Visited: Guam, China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Puerto Rico Internship: USCG MSO Group LA LB Favorite Academy Memory: Seth Tharpe’s face as he brought two fingers covered in blood after John Femenia took a hand blender to it. 'p Future Plans: Next flight to Amsterdam, a few girls, fifty grand and a handycam. Twenty Years From Now...: Living in Southern California, that's all I know. Final Message: I would like to thank my family and especially my parents, who I love very much. Thank you for letting me figure things out on my own. As I walked out the gate she yelled, “Where are you going?” “I don’t know.” I said. I don’t know where I am going. 240 -uth “Well Cory, you got off to a rocky start, but it’s no secret you’ve done a great job here. To tell you the when I saw you in the bar in Guam, I knew you’d make a great sailor.”-my first chief mate Raymond Harmer Bridgewater, Major: Logistics and Intermodal ■ L'i Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Men s Volleyball, Cycling Club, CFC Officer Billets: BAOI Ships Sailed: M V Sealand Achiever, SS Fredericksburg, SS I CSX Navigator Sea Partners: Dave Rigual, Jerry Smith Countries Visited: Germany, Holland, England, France, | Bahamas, Guam, China, Taiwan Internship: Maryland Port Administration-lntermodal 'i?, Department c r- Favorite Academy Memory: New Jersey______________________ Sea Year, volleyball, and graduation. And the people that made this and more so memorable. Future Plans: Sail for a while, . get married, have a happy family, and retire early. Twenty Years From Now...: Watching the kids grow up and planning for their free KP education while my wife and I plan for retirement. Final Message: Thank you mom, dad, Mary, Em, and all my family and friends for your faithful support, encouragement, and prayers-especially through these last four years. I’ve finally made it through, and look forward to what the future holds. “Let no one despise your youth, but be an example in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12 241 Michael C. Hayes Conowingo, Maryland Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Rifle Team, High Power Rifle Club, Fencing Club Officer Billets: CX4 Ships Sailed: M V Delaware Bay, M V Liberty Sun, Liberty Wave, Liberty Glory Sea Partners: Aaron Kless, Aaron Seesan, George O'Conner Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Turkey, Israel, Egypt, Djibouti, North Korea, Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea Internship: Aberdeen Proving Grounds ATC Meteorology Core Future Plans: Sail on license Twenty Years From Now...: Pirate Final Message: The costume party is over. “Rejoice O’ young man in thy youth.” 242 Erik Christopher Hedval San Diego, California Major: Marine Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, Wrestling Officer Billets: CNOI, Table Captain Ships Sailed: M V America, M V Pres. Grant, S S Mayaguez, USS Mobile Bay, M V Anchorage, S S Sgt. Matej Kocak Sea Partners: Julien Maurel, Chris Byrne, John Femenia (Dan McLaughlin, Frank Stocklosa - Sea partners by association) Countries Visited: (Where haven’t I been) US Ports-San Diego, Guam, Puerto Rico, China, Japan, South Korea, Netherlands (Rotterdam), England, Scotland, Poland, Lithuania, Estonia Internship: Naval Special Warfare-MINI BUD S Favorite Academy Memory: Oct. 26, 2002 Mariners Football (8-3) defeats 20 West Conn. 20-17 in OT. Future Plans: Go Navy Twenty Years From Now...: I don’t plan that far ahead. Final Message: No matter how many times we complained about this institution it is an accomplishment to finally finish. Started as strangers and left as brothers. It’s been a ride, but I’m glad it’s over. Steve, Mose, John, Jules, Mike, Jared, and all my boys thanks for the memories. Stain, Giver “All men have fears, but the brave put down their fears and go forward, sometimes to death, but always to victory.” - Kings Guard, Ancient Greece 243 Will Hibbard Sandwich, Massachusetts Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Baseball Officer Billets: RAO, 3PC2 Ships Sailed: M VAPL Philippines, MA Liberty Star, SS CSX Consumer Sea Partners: Brian Kelly, Matt McDaniel, Packard Trent Countries Visited: Israel, China, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong Internship: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute Favorite Academy Memory: Attacked by a fire hydrant on my 21st birthday. Future Plans: Graduate School Twenty Years From Now...: Making good money and getting ready to settle down. Final Message: We have chosen to walk a higher path. May we never forget where we are from, and those who have helped us share our burdens, and lightened our load. See you at the top. , , .w • T 244 Jason Wesley Hicks Newport News, Virginia Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Jr. Class Secretary, Intramural Basketball Officer Billets: CNO Ships Sailed: CSX Pacific, USNS Niagara Falls, Liberty Grace Sea Partners: James Hix, Jonathan Jackson, Kevin Kreutz Countries Visited: Guam, Australia, China, Taiwan, Republic of Georgia, East Timor Internship: Newport News Shipbuilding, Navy Flight Favorite Academy Memory: The freedom of just 40 ounces. Future Plans: House on the beach and a boat. Twenty Years From Now...: I probably still won’t be married. Final Message: Thanks to my family and friends at school and home for their support over the years. I will never forget ya’II! Vito, “Mouth,” Goomba “The true test of character is not how much we know how to do, but how we behave when we don’t know what to do.’’-John Holt 245 i 1 Melony Kay Hildebrandt Decorah, Iowa Major: Logistics Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Chapel Choir, Mariner’s Choir, Cross Country, Dl Officer Billets: RIO, BC1 Ships Sailed: SS Kauai, USNS Grumman, APL Singapore, CSX Tacoma Sea Partners: Melannie Lovercheck, Jeff Robbins Countries Visited: Italy, Spain, China, Singapore, Korea, Canada Internship: Stevedoring Services of America, Terminal 5 Seattle, WA Favorite Academy Memory: My friends: Chris’ humor, Sara’s willing ear, advice, and wit; and Chad’s unquestionable loyalty. Future Plans: Be happy. Twenty Years From Now...: Be Happy. Final Message: Thank you God, my family, Chad, Sara, and Chris. I love you all so much. I couldn’t have made it without you and the countless others that have touched my life. 1 . yttv •• vV 2 • can do is love...and hope something good comes of it.” Brandon Roy Hill ____Midland, Texas________ Future Plans: Buy a truck upon Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Kings Point Rugby Football Club, Crew, Diving, Recreational Sailing, Christian Fellowship Club, Guitar pickin' Officer Billets: RHBVC Ships Sailed: M V Green Cove, ITB Betty Wood, SS Sgt. Matej i Kocak, SS Marine Chemist Sea Partners: Matt Davis, Nick Fenzel Countries Visited: Japan, Korea, Greece, Spain, Panama Internship: Midland International Airfield Favorite Academy Memory: picking guitars, chilling with Merkel, listening to Nick be reality Texas concert in NYC graduation and road trip it back to Texas Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll be kicking back on my ranch in Texas watching the sunset down in the hill country strumming my 6 string with my wife on one side and a six pack of Shiner on the other. Kids in the front yard running through the sprinklers, as I string it's a great day to be alive. Final Message: To my parents, family, and friends thank you for your love, support, and encouragement through the years. I have been blessed by the Lord in more ways than I could ever imagine. “Well I spent a few years running free, I spent two or three in New York City, but when I came back to Texas tired, hell I’d had enough.” - Jerry Jeff Walker 247 Raphael Edward Hite Altoona, Pennsylvania Rafe, Slug, Mr. Awesome Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Auto Club Officer Billets: CLOG, 4305 Room Commander Ships Sailed: M V Faust, SS Energy Enterprise, MA Lykes Motivator Sea Partners: Trevor Battles, Nick Kalmukos, Jon Jackson, Jim Krantz Favorite Academy Memory: Nights Parties, Gold Club, Charleston, New Orleans, Ring Dance, and most of all... Graduation Weekend! Countries Visited: France, Belgium, Germany, England Internship: Nova Chemical Inc. - Mechanical Engineer Future Plans: Marriage, good shoreside job, retire to the country and become a philosopher Twenty Years From Now...: Wife, Kids, In my dream house making large amounts of money. Most of all, be happy. Final Message: I want to thank all who were instrumental in my completion of Kings Point, especially my parents, family, and Shelby. I could never have done this without you. I will be indebted forever. IjCl «■ m .Art nfi ' ! � . j A c 248 “Counsel with the Lord in all thy doings and he will direct thee for good.”-Alma 37:37 James Springfield, Virginia Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby, Color Guard Officer Billets: RAL Ships Sailed: CSX Pacific, USNS Niagra Falls, and Keystone Chilbar Sea Partners: Jon Jackson, Kevin Kreutz, Jason Hicks, and Aaron Kless Countries Visited: China, Taiwan, Guam, Australia Favorite Academy Memory: Sea Year, The park, Rugby, and the times I don’t quite remember. Internship: Military Sealift Command Future Plans: Get out there and start working for a living and living life to its fullest. Twenty Years From Now...: Enjoying life with my loving family and hopefully doing as good a job with my kids as my parents did with me. Final Message: Thanks to God, my family, friends, and to everyone that helped make this place bearable. I had a great time with everybody. Just remember; The hard gets done immediately, the impossible takes a little longer. “Do or do not. There is no try.” - Yoda Jimbo, Jimmy “You’re Braver than you Believe. And Stronger than you Seem. And Smarter than you think.” - Christopher Robin in the Adventures of Winnie the Pooh 249 Hoey Steven Richard Hohenshelt Brookfield, Connecticut Major: Marine Engineering Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, Track Ships Sailed: M V Noble Star, USNS Laramie, M V Lykes Navigator Sea Partners: Mike Brady, Tim “Tank” McLaughlin Countries Visited: Congo, Benin, Ghana, Ivory Coast, England, Belgium, Germany, Puerto Rico Internship: United States Coast Guard, Group Long Island Sound Favorite Academy Memory: Kings Point Football beating Coast Guard all four years. Future Plans: Don’t know, deal with that when the time comes. Twenty Years From Now...: Living, and living well. Still keeping in touch with my friends here. Final Message: Live life to the fullest, we’re on this Earth for a short period of time, so don’t grow old wondering what could have been. “7777777777777777” Thunderbolt, Thunda, Stonewall Sean Dawg % Sean McKay Holt _______________________Fairfax Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Water v ' ' s Polo, Drill Team, Offshore Sailing, Anchor Club Officer Billets: RMKP, CX3 Ships Sailed: MV Brenton Reef, SS Matsonia, MV President JFK, MV Liberator, MV Liberty Star, USNS Shugart, MV Tacoma Sea Partners: Brian Ryglowski, Jeff Nicholson, Ben Robinson, Tim Smith, and Lee Fraser Countries Visited: Panama, Israel, Japan, China, Taiwan, Belgium, England, Germany, France, Canada Internship: US Naval Test Wing Atlantic: Strike, Force, and Rotary Wing Test Squadrons Favorite Academy Memory: Jan. 21,2000, Bling Bling, Virginia________________________ Canada Trips, VMA’s Clubbin, Homecoming Drink-Up, Israel, London, Sasha, Hong Kong Future Plans: Get rich for the purpose of keeping loved ones around, fly more aircraft, keep traveling, help others, love God, Go wicky wicky, take over male model industry with stunning features and chisled abs. Twenty Years From Now...: Make world safe for democracy by lining up all the terrorists and shooting them, world renowned DJ, own club, never become corrupt, honored family and friends. Final Message: Family is the purest blood, and the friends we choose is the water that helps keep us alive. Thank you to both who’ve made my life what it is by enriching it beyond what you could have ever fathomed. Also, avoid situations that “seem like a good idea at the time.” “The noblest of man’s ideals have always been defended by warriors.” - Jeremy Frasier “In God we trust, everyone else keep your hands where I can see them.” - ? “I’m often wrong, but never in doubt.” - Yocum m m ? ft - 251 DJ Hops, Doug E. Fresh Major: Marine Engineering Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Basketball Officer Billets: CFO Ships Sailed: SeaLand Quality, SeaLand Explorer, Maersk Arizona, USNS John Lenthall Sea Partners: Sang Yi and Jacob Lerner Countries Visited: South Korea, Japan, China, Fujairah, Spain, Italy, Greece, Bahamas, Holland, Germany, Diego Garcia, Kuwait, Oman graduate? Favorite Academy Memory: Taking two years off. Twenty Years From Now...: Far away from here. Final Message: “Who was the first person to see a cow and say, ‘I think I’ll pull on these dangly things here and drink whatever comes out.’” -Anonymous Douglas James Hopper Parker, Colorado 'OdiS® Internship: none, how did I ,-rtrOfl “A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.” - Herm Albright Brian John Horn Alexandria, Virginia 3t Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Lacrosse Officer Billets: CLOG4 Ships Sailed: Sealand Florida, CSX Discovery, Manolani Sea Partners: James Hix, Michael Cardinale, Andrew Mascotti Countries Visited: Holland, Germany, England, France, Bahamas, Mexico Internship: Naval Flight, Squadron US-33 Favorite Academy Memory: Ring Dance Future Plans: Flight School Twenty Years From Now...: Married with a loving family. “The reward of a thing well done is to have done it.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson Ronald James Huff Glendale. Arizona Major: Marine Engineering Company: Band Company Officer Billets: RSMO Ships Sailed: SS CSX Hawaii, M V Sealand Integrity, M V Sealand Patriot, SS NPR Humacao, SS Matson Lihue, USS John C. Stennis Sea Partners: Logan Bennett, Clint MacKay, Brian Larue, and Ryan Roach Countries Visited: Italy, Spain, Holland, Germany, England, Puerto Rico, Japan, Korea, China, America Internship: VMFAT-101 Sharpshooters Favorite Academy Memory: The summer before 1st class year. (Sorry, no details.) Future Plans: Naval Aviation Twenty Years From Now...: I hope to be successful in whatever I endeavor I will be at work. Final Message: Thank you to everyone that has helped me throughout my life. While you are at the academy, you love to hate it. But when you are done, you hate that you loved it. 254 “If you shoot for the moon; even if you miss, you will still be among the stars.” Seamus Hunt Collegeville, Pennsylvania Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Soccer, Vice President Photo Club Officer Billets: 2nd Assistant Table Captain, 1st Assistant Room Captain Ships Sailed: APL Philippines, USNS Supply, Stonewall Jackson Sea Partners: Devin Burgess, Mike Brady, Aaron Wens Countries Visited: Japan, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Djibouti, Egypt, India Internship: Detyen’s Shipyard Charleston, SC Favorite Academy Memory: Getting ahead of everyone else at the first plebe mixer. Future Plans: “Get me an oversized guitar, gain 40 lbs, and be the next D” Twenty Years From Now...: Join mens over 40 league. Final Message: Thanks to Mom, Dad, Tom, Ned, Family, Friends, everyone who has helped out along the way. It’s been a long 4 years, but thanks to all of you I was able to make it through. Seamie, Mike “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” - Helen Keller 255 Matthew Paul Hurd Cape May, New Jersey Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Windsurfing Club, Alpine Adventure Club, Crew Team Officer Billets: CHR03 Ships Sailed: MV President Wilson, SS Westward Adventure, MV Sealand Motivator, MV Maersk Texas, MV Liberty Grace Sea Partners: Dave Chapman, Bert Swink Countries Visited: Peru, Chile, Columbia, Panama, Germany, England, Israel, South Korea, Holland, Guam, Japan, China Internship: Gary’s Plumbing and Pipe Laying Service. Favorite Academy Memory: This place was such a blast I can’t narrow it down to one memory. Future Plans: Own a fruit stand buy a banjo and a double wide with the profits. Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll have a jeep collection somewhere on my 2,000 acre ranch. jjjjjg Final Message: Throughout my Kings Point journey I have met friends whom I will never forget, making difficult for me to sum up our past experiences and deliver a FINAL message. I look at this as the beginning of our lives. • • : -r “If : ' i for electricity we’d all be watching television by candlelight 256 Jon, Action Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm. - Winston S. Churchill Gordon Daniel James Danny, Grand-Masta Flash Flash, Pretty Boy Floyd, Poster Boy, Golden Boy, Locker Room Lawyer 258 “Pain weighs ounces, Regret weighs tons!” “Semper fidelis!” 1 ' ' ng you are coasting and the only way to coast is downhill!” Lucas Daniel Johnson ___Winnebago County, Iowa_ Major: Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Speech and Debate, Mariner’s Chorus, EMS Officer Billets: Band Company 1st Platoon Commander Ships Sailed: MV Green Point, MV Delaware Bay, MV Lykes Navigator, USCGC Polar Star, and SS Energy Enterprise Sea Partners: Robert Olsen, John Rapacki, Dana Treb, Matt Guest Countries Visited: North America, Asia, Europe, Africa, Australia, Antarctica, South America Internship: Norfolk Naval Shipyard Favorite Academy Memory: Partying in New Orleans with the Band Future Plans: To make full use of the gifts I have been given. Twenty Years From Now...: Spending time with my family, creating businesses, solving problems, putting wrongs right. Final Message: Both reward and pain were more intense than I ever dreamed. Thanks to my family, friends, and mentors who had faith in me. Ad Astra Per Aspera. “Only that day dawns to which we are awake.” - Henry David Thoreau 259 Amber Jones Gilbert, Arizona Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Women’s Basketball ‘00 ‘01 Officer Billets: BADJ, PC Ships Sailed: SS Matsonia, M V Manoa, CSX Consumer Sea Partners: Mark Labert, Danny James, Brian Kelly, Jon Bess, Christian Terrientes Countries Visited: South Korea, Guam, China, Japan, Hawaii Internship: NAVSEA-Norco, CA Favorite Academy Memory: Seeing my family for the first time after what seemed like forever on acceptance day plebe year. Future Plans: Be happy. Twenty Years From Now...: I will be successful and happily married. Final Message: Thanks to all my friends and my family, I love you. Mom, Dad, Joshua, Alex, and Tiff- thanks for putting up with me each time I didn’t want to come back here. Thanks to everyone for the good and the bad, Kings Point made me stronger. I want to say a special thanks to my best friend, Shannon: I would have never made it through here without you! I wish I could name all of my friends here, thanks to all of you for everything thing. Here’s to friendship, may it last forever! .4 ii'J ■ - .«V “What the mind of man can conceive and believe, the mind of man can achieve.” “Always Coca-Cola” 260 Mark E. Jones Dillon, South Carolina Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Mechanical minor Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, Power Squadron Officer Billets: CLOG4 Ships Sailed: MV Tellus, MV Capt. Steven L. Bennett, MV Sealand Defender Sea Partners: Brad Walden and Eben Samuelson Countries Visited: Belgium, Germany� England, Canary Islands (Spain), Japan, China, South Korea, Hong Kong Internship: Apex Marine Ship Management Favorite Academy Memory: Coon hunting and skinning during finals with Jesse Buckler and Martin Malenshek. Future Plans: Stay in South Carolina Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll still be in South Carolina and so fat I can’t walk. Final Message: I would like to thank all my friends for helping me through this place. I also want to thank my family for all the support they have given, especially my mother for her unsurpassed love and my daddy for teaching me and giving me more than any academy ever could. Hog Farmer “There is nothing in all the dark caves of human passion so cruel and deadly as hatred the South Carolinians profess for the Yankees.” - London Times 262 ‘ Anything easy ain’t worth a damn.” - Woody Hayes Nicholas T. Kalmukos Mentor, Ohio Major: Marine Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Baseball Officer Billets: Wardroom Commander Ships Sailed: MV Cynthia Fagon, SS Energy Enterprise, SS Mayaguez, MV Sealand Pride Sea Partners: Rate Hite, Joe Freda, MattGruesel Countries Visited: Djibouti, Yemen, France, England, Belgium, Germany, The Netherlands Internship: Lake Carriers Association, Cleveland, Ohio Favorite Academy Memory: The containter, summer school, snow football Future Plans: Ship out Twenty Years From Now..,: Living comfortably Final Message: I actually wanted to go to this school. I’ve kicked myself many times for thinking that, but I have no regrets. I want to thank God for the opportunities and ability to succeed and my family and friends for supporting me. VI , 'falli� � S Kevin Linwood Kammeter ____Richmond, Virginia i fWi Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Regimental Band, Crew Team, Silent Drill Team, 21 Gun Salute, Honor Guard, Mariners Chorus, Chapel Assistant, CFC, Academy Web Page Assistant Officer Billets: Band CC, CTO Ships Sailed: CSX Consumer, CSX Trader, Kings Pointer, CSX Anchorage, MTL Marine Chemist Sea Partner: Remi Smith Countries Visited: Guam, China, Taiwan, USA Favorite Academy Memory: Spending time with friends in the city, sea year, the challenges, ring dance, graduation. Internship: United States Coast Guard and Newport News Shipbuilding Future Plans: USCG, Sailing, Engineering Field Twenty Years From Now..,: Living near water treating each day as if it were the last, content; remembering where I came from and knowing where I am headed. Working in an engineering related field, possibly for a shore side power plant and with a family. Final Message: I wouldn’t trade the last five years for anything. Thanks to my family and everyone at KP for your support. The possibilities after graduation brought me here, you kept me here. Mak, K-Dawg “Stay strong and never give up; it’s not how long it takes, it’s whether or not you finish that matters. Think before you act and always remember professionalism, attitude, knowledge, and focus.” 263 “Look ahead, and you will endure. The troubles and challenges you face today, will soon seem tiny and insignificant. Keep going forward, keep moving steadily toward your goals. Keep moving, and your dreams will become reality.” 264 Brian Patrick Kelly Palm City, Florida Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Baseball, CFC Officer Billets: BC2, BX2, RADJ Ships Sailed: M V Sealand Explorer, SS CSX Expedition, SS CSX Consumer, USS Iwo Jima, M V Paul Buck Sea Partners: Joseph Finley, William Hibbard, Amber Jones, Allison Bennett, Baseball Lacrosse holdovers on Kings Pointer Countries Visited: Japan, Korea, China, Panama, Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Aruba, Hawaii Internship: Sea Control Wing Pacific, US Navy (S-3 Squadron), North Island, CA. Favorite Academy Memory: Playing Baseball, Traveling the world, and those walks in the rain in Central Park Future Plans: US Navy Twenty Years From Now...: 42, feeling like 22, living a successful life, happily married, cooking pasta and coaching my son or daughter’s baseball team. Final Message: First I would like to thank God for giving me the ability to come to Kings Point and the determination to make it through. To Mom, Dad, the rest of my family, coaches and Allison, thank you for all your love, support and believing in my dreams. Asa D. Kim | I_________________Claremont, Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company P Clubs Activities Sports: Silent Drill Team, Color Guard, Firing •: Squad, Canon Squad, SAAM Club, Officer training, Indoc, waterfront Dl, team leader, weightlifting, intramurals Officer Billets: RLOG (2 terms) - Ships Sailed: Kings Pointer, MV Noble Star, SS Northern Lights, APL Philippines, SS Lihue, CSX Expedition Sea Partners: Adrian Dy, Arthur Cunanan, Christian Terrientes, Kara Babb, Jeffrey Greco, Ryan Roach, Thanh Nguyen, Matthew Alonge, Brian Norman Favorite Academy Memory: Great times with all my sea year partners and also my roommates whom I’ve become good friends with. California_____________________ Countries Visited: Angola, Benin, Liberia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, China, Thailand, Puerto Rico Internship: Sandy Hook Pilots Association Future Plans: Naval Aviator and grad school...possibly even sailing on my license...? Twenty Years From Now...: Living the good life and traveling around the world...again Final Message: There are some experiences in life that should not be demanded twice of any man, Kings Point is one of them. For those lucky few who do graduate from Kings Point, this is truly the best place to graduate from. There couldn’t be anything harder than Kings point and that is why we own the world from graduation on; we’ve already seen it. V Ace “If you can make it through this, you can make it through anything. “There are those destined to succeed and then there are those DETERMINED to succeed. 265 266 “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” - Romans 8:18 Han Nah Kim Westminster, California Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: CFC, Midshipmen Council, 3rd and 2nd class secretary Officer Billets: CT04 Ships Sailed: MVAPL Singapore, MV Sealand Florida, MA Matson Manoa Sea Partners: Aileen Villano, Joe Reynolds, Paul Kim Countries Visited: Japan, China, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Guam, Netherlands, Germany, England Internship: APLTerminal Oakland, Navis USCG Marine Safety Office San Francisco. Favorite Academy Memory: Graduating getting out of here. Future Plans: Be very rich, very successful, and very happy. Final Message: I thank God for his mercy, unconditional love and strength. He has given me to make it through this place, for without Him I would be lost. To my parents for their love and devotion to us six kids, especially my dad who saw a vision before I did. To Anne-lf I can make it out of here so can you! Love ya lil’ sis! To Momma Shay for her love and encouragement and to all of my friends back in OC who haven’t forgotten “the one who took the road never traveled.” To everyone who has helped me along the voyage. I love you and God bless each one! I ' ..-£3 -sft ;' Paul Kim -------------- __________South Central, California Major: Marine Engineering and I 15 :c =Cc 5« 1 •. Shipyard Management Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: SAAM, Water Polo, Swimming Ships Sailed: MV Thailand, MV Manoa, MV Motivator, SS Lurline, SS Chief Gadao Sea Partners: Han Nah Kim, William Ku, Scot Rives, and Joe Reynolds Countries Visited: South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Germany, Rotterdam, Guam Internship: Todd Pacific Shipyard in Seattle, Washington Favorite Academy Memory: Beating the Air Force Academy’s Water polo team. Final Message: I would like to thank everyone who helped me get through this place, especially my best friend and dog, Benji. The Asian Invasion, Slippery Aaron Nathaniel Kless Brooklyn, New York Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Power Squadron, Phonathon, EMS Officer Billets: RMTO, RML Ships Sailed: MV Liberty Wave, MV Liberty Sun, SS Lurline, SS Chilbar, USS Toledo, USS Albuquerque Sea Partners: Michael Hayes, Preston Dodgen, James Hix Countries Visited: Israel Internship: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Future Plans: Sail on Submarines Twenty Years From Now...: I hope to have amassed some great sea stories. Final Message: It’s been an interesting ride. I don’t think I would trade it for anything else. Many thanks and apologies to all those deserving. See you in the promised land. ■utilO A “Don’t waste your time always searching for those wasted years. Face up, make your siand, and realize you’re living in the golden years.” - Iron Maiden John P. Kost Belair, Maryland Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football Officer Billets: CHC1 Ships Sailed: Lykes Explorer, USNS Patuxent, Sealand Patriot Sea Partners: Tom Flanagan, Frank Wells, Kevin Monaco Countries Visited: Germany, England, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Greece, Japan, Korea, China Internship: US Army Logistics I Integration Agency Favorite Academy Memory: Playing football, Travis Tritt concert, road trips, third class year Future Plans: Sail for several years then go to business school for an MBA Twenty Years From Now...: I plan to be retired with a happy family. Final Message: It has been a long time coming, with more than enough ups and downs. But with the support of a loving family and great friends its been a fun and rewarding ride. “Life is something that everyone should try at least once.” - Henry J. Tillman David T. Kozich II Johnstown, Pennsylvania Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football. Ships Sailed: MV Tellus, PFC Dewaynes T. Williams, MT Marine Columbia, and MV Lykes Liberator Sea Partner: John Doyle Countries Visited: France, Great Britain, Germany, Belgium, Thailand, Japan, Guam, Saipan Internship: Argo International Manhattan, New York Favorite Academy Memory: My KP football brothers, Saturday afternoons, 1 SI, WestConn OT Win Future Plans: Do the job thing and maybe even work. If neither of the two fancies me I’ll be knocking on my parents front door...and they thought they got rid of me. Twenty Years From Now...: Flappy with a great family and a bunch of brats. Final Message: I attend a unique place that most of my friends and family will never come close to understanding, but ironically they are the ones that kept me fighting to get through. I sD A i,$ THANK YOU. Advice: Don’t ever say “Man Up” to a Texan 270 “What deck am I on?” - CDR Gundy, USMS “So you are a marine?” - people that ask where I go to school James W. Krantz Downingtown, Pennsylvania ts. 'JL Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Lacrosse Officer Billets: CC3 Ships Sailed: MV Endurance, MV Maersk Tennessee, and MV Lykes Motivator Sea Partners: John Jackson, Pat O’Brien, and Raph Hite Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Malta, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Peru, Greece, Germany, England, Belgium, Chile, Colombia, and Panama Internship: Three River Marine and Rail Terminal Favorite Academy Memory: Sea year...South America, road trips, those infamous nights in NYC, partying with the team Future Plans: Make easy money (that’s why I’m here, right?) Twenty Years From Now...: Use your imagination. Final Message: I’m thankful for all the friendships I’ve developed here. Without them I wouldn’t be where I am today. Thanks to everyone on the team for making life in the spring so much fun, especially on spring break. “In this great future you can’t forget your past.” “When I read the evils of drinking, I gave up reading. 271 Kevin Patrick Kreutz ____________________Phoenix Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Basketball Officer Billets: CN04 Ships Sailed: ITB Baltimore, CSX Hawaii, USNS Niagara Falls Sea Partners: Jason Bernick, Jon Jackson, Jason Hicks, James Hix Countries Visited: Australia, Guam, Canada, Puerto Rico Internship: U.S. Air National Guard, 161st Air Refueling Wing, Phoenix, AZ Favorite Academy Memory: Any given night in Manhattan. Arizona________________________ Future Plans: Military Flight then : on to Commercial Airlines. t Twenty Years From Now...: fr Happily married, two kids, Commercial Pilot, Beamer, nice crib, condo by the lake. •; Final Message: To all of the life long friends I’ve made, you know who you are. You made this all worthwhile. To all the bailers: I ' love all you guys, no one could ever hold us down. To Mom and Dad: thanks for all your love and • support. Without you I never would have gotten here, because of you I made it through. “Who knows what the future may hold.” I’m out...Holla!! H It was the best of times, it was the worst of times” - Jay-Z 272 William Y. Ku Cerritos, California Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: SAAM, CFC, Water Polo Officer Billets: CN03 Ships Sailed: APL Thailand, Matson Mokihana, Matson Lurline Sea Partners: Tim Smith, Paul Kim, Dave Byun Countries Visited: South Korea, China, Taiwan, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Guam Internship: USCG Air Station, San Diego, CA Favorite Academy Memory: Leaving Vickery Gate for the last time. Future Plans: Whatever God has planned for me. Twenty Years From Now...: Carrying out God’s will, fulfilling the Great Commission and finding some time to surf the waves. Final Message: All praise, honor, and glory be to God for His continual grace and mercy upon me. And, much love and thanks to my parents, noonz, Cali and USMMA friends for your prayers, support, and encouragement. The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer, my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalms 18-2:3 273 Roddy, Panama Roderick E. Lee Panama City, Panama Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Newman Club, Soccer Club, Basquetball Club Officer Billets: BA02 Ships Sailed: CSX Producer, P O Endurance, Maersk Texas Sea Partners: Matt McDaniel, Trevor Battles, Paul Sallee Countries Visited: Italy, Spain, Israel, Egypt, Turkey, Panama, Columbia, Peru, Chile, Hawaii Internship: Panama Canal Authority, Balboa, Panama Favorite Academy Memory: Recognition Day and the end of plebe year. Future Plans: Work on a Masters Degree Twenty Years From Now...: Establish a successful marine services company in my native country: Panama Final Message: Just remember, as long as you have faith in something and work hard on it, sooner or later, you will get it. If you are on the side of the Lord, everything is possible. •,4 274 “You Lord, are my shepard. I will never be in need.” Psalm 23:1 Devin Tyler Lefebvre ____Bethpage, New York____ Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football Officer Billets: Table Captain Ships Sailed: USNS Concord, SS Chief Gadao, CSX Producer, Seabulk Challenge, USNS Yano Sea Partners: Craig Gundry, Vinny D'Eusanio, Frank Stoklosa, MattTomo, RJ Lyons Countries Visited: South Korea, China, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Spain, Italy, Panama Internship: NY-NJ Sandy Hook Pilots Favorite Academy Memory: Causing chaos with my KP boys, road trips, FT Myres 2K-2K1, Bogies (TRIFECTA). Future Plans: To become successful CEO of a company Twenty Years From Now...: Rich and Famous Final Message: I would like to thank my family for everything they have done for me. You guys have made me what I am today. I love you guys very much and I will always be there for you all. To my KP boyz, what would I have done without all of you? To all the great times we shared and for more to come. LaTrend “You Know It, I Know It, The American People Know It.” - Devin Lefebvre 275 Jared Jerome Pasadena, Maryland Internship: General Dynamics - Electric Boat Favorite Academy Memory: Vickery Gate in the rearview, 40 and Combo nights, weekend trips with my buds, Montana! Future Plans: I plan to go out and take every advantage that life has to offer. Twenty Years From Now...: It doesn’t matter where I end up in the long run as long as I’m happy. Final Message: To my friends, thanks for being so tight. We’ve really developed some deep bonds. Don’t lose touch. To my team, sail fast and party hard. Lastly, to my family, thanks for the everlasting support. Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Nuclear minor Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Dinghy Team, Offshore Sailing Team, Windsurfing, Waterfront Trainer, Drill Instructor, KPAClub Officer Billets: RWO Ships Sailed: MV Gus Darnell, SS Maui, SS John W. Brown, MV Richard G. Mathiesen, MV Sea-Land Quality Sea Partners: Dave Chapman, Stu Colie, Remi Smith Countries Visited: Korea, Guam, Cuba, Panama, Australia, Antarctica, New Zealand, Italy, Bahamas, Spain, Malta, Gibraltar “The life of a sailor steers a wandering course.” - Jimmy Buffet 276 « Jacob Alan Lerner Alta Loma, California '•Bi ft r r •� s i. t: Yv I Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Water Polo, 345 Club, Intramural Basketball Officer Billets: CN02 Ships Sailed: Maersk Arizona, USNS John Lenthall, APL Pres. Truman, Maersk Sealand Patriot Sea Partner: DJ Hops Countries Visited: Japan, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Diego Garcia, Oman, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Greece, Italy, Germany, Saudi Arabia Internship: USCG Air Station, Cape Cod Favorite Academy Memory: Lifelong friendships, Flight Deck Dance Parties, Strawberry NesQuick, YATTA!! Future Plans: Discovering the world in the air and on the sea. Twenty Years From Now...: Living on the beach with my beautiful wife and children. Final Message: To my family- thank you, I could not have made it without you. To my great friends - may we all be successful, live life to its fullest, and all remain close throughout the years. “Man must rise above the Earth - to the top of the atmosphere and beyond - for only thus will he fully understand the world in which he lives.” - Socrates 277 Melannie L. Lovercheck Jackson, Wyoming Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Biathlon Club, Softball, Sailing Officer Billets: RADJ, BOPS1 Ships Sailed: APL Singapore, APL President Kennedy, USNS Leroy Grumman, CSX Tacoma Sea Partners: Casey Tyrrell, Dana Treb, Melony Hildebrandt Countries Visited: Japan, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Sicily, Spain Internship: Jackson Hole Aviation, LLC Favorite Academy Memory: Riding elephants, and kayaking in Thailand. Future Plans: Sail the world, setup a business, and live a free and happy life. Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll be living in the mountains skiing all day and everyday... Then again, I’ll just be doing what the Lord has planned for me. Final Message: I simply want to thank the Lord for blessing me with the few wonderful people in my life. To my parents, I love you and thank you for all that you’ve been through to get me this far. And finally, a special thanks to someone who has been there for me no matter what condition or time of day - Thank you, you know who you are. “The best t ing about the future is that it comes only one day at a time.” - Abraham Lincoln Luskinator Nietzsche 279 Major: Marine Engineering Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Growler, Regimental Band, Mariners Chorus, Fanfare Trumpets, KPESA, Honor Guard Officer Billets: RCEKP, CHRTOB Ships Sailed: MA APLThailand, S S Robert E. Lee, S S Matsonia, S S Cape Alexander Sea Partners: Jose Solorzano, Mary Drennan, Joe Wrinn Countries Visited: Japan, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, India, Pakaistan, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Eygpt, Hawaii “Against boredom, even the gods themselves struggle in vain.” - Joshua E. Lusk Bellbrook, Ohio Internship: Delphi Automotive Systems, Dayton, Ohio Favorite Academy Memory: Hanging with the boys on the Growler, thanks for the good times! Future Plans: Sailing for a few years then finally moving shore side to work in a power plant. Twenty Years From Now...: Hopefully a Chief Engineer, probably done with sailing and working shoreside in power plants. Final Message: I would like to thank my family and all my friends for the support they have given me here. Fair winds and following seas to all. John W. Lynch Engine Room, New York Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Band, Sea Year Enhancement Group, Tennis Officer Billets: RMKP, RNKP Ships Sailed: M VTanabata, USNS John Ericsson, G.T. Integrity Sea Partners: Rigo MacTaggart, Patrick Arnold, Kevin Bernick Countries Visited: Singapore, Thailand, Diego Garcia, France, Belgium, Germany, England, United Arab Emirates Internship: Cape May - Lewis Ferry - A Dision of the Delaware Bay and River Authority Favorite Academy Memory: Ring Dance Future Plans: To be happy no matter where life takes me. Twenty Years From Now...: I hope to have a big family, good friends, and a big boat. Final Message: I could not have graduated without the help of my friends, family members and especially my mom and dad. Thanks for being there for me! vmR 'Em 280 “You are meant to be whatever you dream of becoming.” - Edmund O’Neill Robert John Lyons Whitestone, New York Major: Logistics and Intermodat Transportation Company: 3rd Company f' Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby, 340 Club t Officer Billets: CC3, CA03 Ships Sailed: CSX Consumer, CSX Producer, Lykes Discoverer, W i USNS Niagara Falls, Matson Manulani Sea Partners: Donny Walsh, Hank Nicholson, John Femenia, Jake Crespin, Kevin O’Connor, Laura Leva, Scott Davies, Devin Lefebrve, Zach Williamson Countries Visited: Singapore, Hong Kong, Guam, Saipan, East Timor, Australia, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Germany, Belgium, England Favorite Academy Memory: Ultimate Party - Cairns, Australia Future Plans: Go out into the world a do something great. Twenty Years From Now...: I will be calling my friends from my yacht on my way to my private island. Final Message: All my friends and family, thank you all for being there. Remember that money doesn’t improve life, only lifestyle. Do something you love and never regret anything. “Man cannot survive except through his mind. He comes on earth unarmed. His brain is his only weapon.” - Howard Roark 281 Andrew MacKay ___________________Corunna, Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Crew, CFC, Band Officer Billets: RAD Ships Sailed: M V Paulag, M VSGT William R. Button, MA Judy Litrico, M V Green Point Sea Partner: Preston Carnahan Countries Visited: Okinawa, Panama, Germany, Russia, Saipan, Japan, Guam Internship: Liberty Maritime Home Office Favorite Academy Memory: None. Future Plans: To sail briefly and then continue my education. Michigan____________________ Twenty Years From Now...: Married to a wonderful person and living on a small farm with a huge log house. Final Message: “The bird that flies the highest sees the farthest, and again, always go as far as you can see, for when you get there, you will be able to see even farther. - Jonathon Livingstom Seagull Quote: “God has given me the ability, the rest is up to me. Believe, believe, believe.” - Billy Mills’ entry in his running log prior to winning the gold in the 1980 Tokyo Olympics. “God has given me the ability, the rest is up to me. Believe, believe, believe.” - Billy Mills 282 John Duncan MacTaggart Major: Marine Engineering Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Band Officer Billets: RSWO Ships Sailed: USNS Apache, USNS Laramie, MA Fidelio, M V President Kennedy, T V Kings Pointer Sea Partners: John Downing, Nate Barton Countries Visited: Germany, Belgium, England, France, Italy, Spain, Japan, Taiwan, China, Greece, Cyprus, Brazil, Venezuela, Mexico Internship: USCG MSO Station, Portland, Oregon Favorite Academy Memory: Conquering Mt. Etna; on top of the world in Alaska; getting lost in Hong Kong; 40s on the train; indoctrination. Future Plans: Sailing and law school. Twenty Years From Now...: Representing Iowa AK4 Final Message: The KP experience is something of a paradox. I can’t think of any one place that can evoke so many contradicting reactions. However, in the final analysis, the degree to which the experience has opened the infinite beauty of this world to me - the curiosity it invoked, the friends I’ve made, the challenges I've conquered -1 can only be grateful for all of them. To my family, thank you for your support and encouragement in helping me see the “bigger picture. Lastly, I’d like to thank the U.S. taxpayers for their goodwill in supporting my 5 year education. I hope that I made it worth it. Did Not Submit Photos. Photos on this page are of the: Kings Point Eagle Scout Association 13th Annual Camporee May 2-4, 2003 Eagle Scout Members (Top Row, L to R):Eric Keneipp, Charles Mayrer, Robert Rickards, Jason Berger, Charles Boozer, Jess Palker, Adam Labrato, Steve Helmer, (Bottom Row, L to R):Kyle Fries, Peter Kravchonok, John Edwars, Adam Mueller, Colin Chance, and Kevin Sparks. Strawberry, Johnny Mac I like the dreams of the future better than the history of the past.” - Thomas Jefferson MacTaggart North Liberty, Iowa Favorite Academy Memory: Seeing foreign land for the first time in a long time. Future Plans: Get a job, travel, get married, and have some fun! (Not in that particular order.) Twenty Years From Now...: Smiling and listening to music. Final Message: Thanks to family and friends for everything. KP was great great. For every frown there were ten smiles, and its the smiles we’ll remember. “Back the Mac!” Major: Marine Engineering Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: NSA Cyber Defense Officer Billets: RITO Ships Sailed: M VTanabata, S S Sag River, M V Moku Pahu, S S Maui Sea Partners: Matt Burns, John Lynch Countries Visited: France, Germany, Belgium, England, Eritrea, Djibouti Internship: USCG MSO Station Portland, Oregon Tweak, Co-Captain “If you gaze into an abyss, the abyss will gaze back into you.” - Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900) X 284 Christopher Ashley March Marchmadness Pottstown, Pennsylvania Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Chorus, Volleyball Officer Billets: BPC3, CXB Ships Sailed: M V Liberty Sun, S S CSX Crusader, ITB Mobile Sea Partners: Scott Davies, Chad Mickelson, Ben Carr Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, Israel, Jordan Internship: Maritime Exchange, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Favorite Academy Memory: Ring Dance weekend, it was awesome. Enough said. Amazing!! Future Plans: Explore the world, have a family, make some money, and have a blast doing it. Twenty Years From Now...: Charting my own course. Final Message: I want to thank my parents for the love and guidance. None of this would have been possible without them. I want to thank my friends for believing in me, and pulling me through the tough times. WE ARE FREE! Enjoy life, and have fun. We’ve earned it. I find I’m so excited, I can barely sit still or hold a thought in my head. I think it is the excitment only a free man can feel, a free man at the start of a long journey whose conclusion is uncertain.” Shawshank Redemption 285 My, Squeaks, Shorty Myola Noel Martinez West Linn, Oregon Major: Marine Engineering Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Crew, Basketball, Softball, Student Council, Tuesday Night Club Officer Billets: CHROI Ships Sailed: S S El Yunque, M V Stonewall Jackson, M V HMI Petrochem, M V Lykes Explorer Sea Partner: Kara Babb Countries Visited: Singapore, Egypt, Germany, Belgium, England, Puerto Rico, Thailand, Malaysia, India, Yemen Internship: MSO Portland Favorite Academy Memory: Leaving...and then coming back again, The Park, J.J.C. Future Plans: Coast Guard Twenty Years From Now...: Happy, making the most out of life. Final Message: Mom and Dad, thank you for all your endless, love, support, and faith that I would succeed. Thank you to all of my friends who made my 5 years here bearable. I’ll miss you! Quote: “Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could; some blunders and absurdities have crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; you shall begin it serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered with your old nonsense. “ Emerson in 'jiVl “Finish each day and be done with it...” - Emerson Andrew J. Mascotti Milwaukee, Wisconsin ■a lift | X w Major: Marine Engineering Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Lacrosse, Frisbee Golf Officer Billets: 1PC3 Ships Sailed: S S Discovery, M V President Adams, M V James R. Barker Sea Partners: Steve Casapulla, John Horn, Nick Watts Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, China, Taiwan, Japan Internship: Furey Filter Pump Favorite Academy Memory: Plebe year drink up and “Fight Club” as well as all the fun the frisbee golf clan had! Future Plans: Navy Flight, then commercial pilot. Twenty Years From Now...: Commercial pilot and real estate tycoon making millions! Final Message: It’s over and time to go our own ways, but remember that all the good times we have had won’t be forgotten. I wish everyone the best, even you Seesan! I look forward to continuing the friendships made here! “Friendship is like wetting in your pants. Everyone can see it, but only you can feel its true warmth.’ 287 Matthew Lee McDaniel Cincinnati, Ohio 7 { Xm Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Weightlifting, CFC, Rugby Officer Billets: CLOG2 Ships Sailed: CSX Producer, Green Dale, Energy Enterprise, Richard G. Mattiesen Sea Partners: “Panama” Lee, Ben Wagner, Will Hibbard Countries Visited: South Korea, Japan, Panama, Singapore, Marshall Islands, Kwajelein Internship: GMATS Favorite Academy Memory: 2002 VM A Awards in NYC with Sichel, rugby events cleaning out Atlantic City with the boys. Future Plans: To sail as a ship’s officer for a major tanker , 5 company, then go to a top law ::i'; school. .;'1: Twenty Years From Now...: Practicing admirality law as a '0 major partner in an esteemed ; i law firm and living with my family ■. in an exclusive area of the country. Final Message: “Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me. and I will give it to everyone according to what he has done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.” Rev. 22:12-13 “Let the word go forth from genera1 v - and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been pass i to a new century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter pe- JFK 288 289 “I want you to understand why I hate this school with all my power and passion. Then I want you to forgive me for loving this school. You see, I wear the ring...” - The Lords of Discipline : John Lloyd McFadden Northampton, Pennsylvania c “3$ -; j Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Nuclear minor Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Soccer, EMS Squad, Offshore Sailing, Honor Guard, Band Officer Billets: CAOB, RCEKP Ships Sailed: Sealand Patriot, M V Faust. USNS Laramie Sea Partners: Tim McLaughlin, Steve Hohenshelt, Chris Arnold, and Tim Guenther Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, France, Belgium, Germany, England, Japan, South Korea, China Internship: Wartsila North America, Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: Being in Japan, China, and South Korea during the 2002 World Cup of soccer. Future Plans: Working, making lots of money, a graduate degree, and eventually a family. Twenty Years From Now...: Still working but living comfortably with my family. Final Message: Why should we be in such desperate haste to succeed, and in such desperate enterprises? If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away.” Faddy, Moose Psycho Mike-0 '2 '' . fa Michael McGovern Vernon, New Jersey Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Soccer Officer Billets: CA04 Ships Sailed: M V Enterprise, M V Endurance, SS Navigator, SS Hawaii Sea Partners: Corey Umstead and Sang Yi Countries Visited: Portugal, Spain, Malta, Greece, Egypt, Israel, China, Japan, and South Korea Internship: Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison Favorite Academy Memory: Aquatic Motor Vehicle Activities, Everything I can’t remember from the park, soccer with the boys. Future Plans: “When I graduate from College, I’m gonna get drunk every night.” - Animal House Twenty Years From Now...: Somewhere warm, near the water, with nothing to do. Final Message: To my family, thank you for the infinite support and toleration. This would not have been possible without all of you. “Somehow it makes my boat bigger and the dock seem smaller.” V � ,v 290 “Good lodgment is a result of experience, experience is a result of bad judgment.” t. Daniel McLaughlin Lansdowne, Pennsylvania Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Nuclear minor Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football Officer Billets: 2PC3 Ships Sailed: M V Advantage, SS Humacao, SS Pless, MA President Polk, Sea Partners: Gordy Hiltz and Francis Stoklosa Countries Visited: Congo, Angola, South Africa, Kenya, Japan, China, Taiwan, England, Scotland, Poland, Lithuania Internship: Maritrans Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: After Aquatic Survival class with the guys. Future Plans: Replace the immortal John Gundy as C02 Twenty Years From Now...: Buy the Eagles Final Message: If I could do it all again, I would have gone to community college. “Aaaaa...Aaaaa...Aaaaaaa...Aaaaaaa...Well...Aaaaaaa...” - John Gundy Tank Timothy John McLaughlin Roslyn, Pennsylvania Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, Indoor Outdoor Track Officer Billets: CX2 Ships Sailed: CSX Hawaii, Lykes Navigator, USNS Laramie Sea Partners: Kris Houghton, Steve Hohenshelt, Chris Arnold, Tim Geunther, John McFadden Countries Visited: Germany, Belgium, England, Puerto Rico Internship: Maritime Exchange for the Delaware Bay and River Favorite Academy Memory: Never to losing to Coast Guard in Five years of Football!!! Future Plans: A little bit of this, a little bit of that. Settle down and make a little family full of football players. Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll come back for my 20th reunion and laugh at everybody else for being so damn fat. Final Message: It sure has been one heckuva ride. I want to thank my Parents for always just being a phone call away. I want to thank all my brothers that I have grown to love. You guys kept me in this place. I have seriously been blessed to be able to call Kings Point my home for five years. tad u V1 • 292 “Umm...Second Company is a Dictatorship, I am the Dictator, and ya’II my Dictatees.” - CDR John Gundy Glenn J. Merkel Oakhurst, New Jersey Major: Ships Officer Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby Football Club, Automotive Club Officer Billets: 1PC3 Ships Sailed: M V Lykes Liberator, Tellus, Patriot, Sheila McDevitt, Stuyvestant Sea Partner: Nick DeAngelis Countries Visited: England, France, Belgium, Germany, Panama Internship: United New York and New Jersey Sandy Hook Pilots Benevolent Association Favorite Academy Memory: OC, 40s and combos, UMD, Concerts, Yeat’s, White Castle, 24 deli, Ring Dance Future Plans: Work on tugs in NY harbor for a couple of years and then Sandy Hook Pilots Twenty Years From Now...: Nice house, more cars, a West Coast Chopper, and a family. Final Message: To Mom, Dad, and Melissa - thanks for all the support. To the OC crew - you guys are the best and will always be. To the rest of my boys - thanks for everything. “Yesterdays are over my shoulder, but I can’t look back for too long, There’s just too much to see waiting in front of me and I know that I just can’t go wrong.” - Jimmy Buffett 293 Chad Mayer Mickelson Lakeville, Minnesota Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Offshore Sailing, Band Officer Billets: BPC1, CAOB Ships Sailed: APL Korea, Liberty Sun, ITB Groton Sea Partners: Luke Nelson, Chris March, Dave Chapman Countries Visited: Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Jordan, Israel Internship: Cargo Carriers (subsidiary of Cargill); Navy Internship at Patuxent River, MD. Favorite Academy Memory: Surviving the 630 mile open- ocean race in a 41 foot toiletless sailboat to Bermuda. Future Plans: Convincing someone to pay me to do something I love. Twenty Years From Now..,: More of the same, but of course... married! Final Message: Many here have been successful studying material that is not at all interesting; imagine the possiblities if we found something fascinating... But most of all... To my four parents, thank you for the endless support you’ve always given me. COto I I I “Provided you don’t let it pull you along its path, the storms of life are like storms in the sky... they always pass. 294 Matthew Miernicki I give thanks to God for the love of my family, and for their willingness to let me love them back 295 i Jamie Barbara Miller Princess, Jamers Penny Lane, James Blonde Columbus, Ohio Major: Marine Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: 3rd Class Secretary, Yearbook, Swim Team Officer Billets: BADJ1 Ships Sailed: CSX Enterpriise, PFC Dewayne T. Williams, SS Green Island, APLThailand Sea Partners: Jerry Smith and Beth Sharp Countries Visited: Singapore, Egypt, Thailand, Malaysia, India, Hawaii, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, Guam, Indonesia, China, Pakistan, Djibouti, Saipan Internship: Defense Supply Center, Columbus, Ohio Favorite Academy Memory: Discovering ponies, midnight meetings, road trips, time with BAK, BLS and I vs. the world. Future Plans: Naval Intelligence; published author; a quote book featuring me; catch up on lost sleep. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired with pension in Fiji; Happiness; married...? Final Message: My thanks extend to my family’s assistance and ever present push towards graduation, my friends who stood beside me, and God who led me through the really hard stuff. . • • “”Oh Father of the four winds, fill my sails across the sea of years with no provisions but an open face, along the straits of fear.” - Led Zeppelin 296 Kevin Clayton Monaco Dillon, Montana Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Golf, Student Athletic Advisory Board, Christian Fellowship Club Officer Billets: CC1 Ships Sailed: TV Kings Pointer, MV Manoa, USNS Patuxent, MV Overseas Marilyn Sea Partners: Tom Flanagan, JP Kost, Frank Wells Countries Visited: China, Japan, Guam, South Korea, Spain, Italy, Greece, Guatemala Internship: Montaqua Favorite Academy Memory: Golf trips to Dallas and Fall Break trip to Montana 1st class year. Future Plans: Something I enjoy doing. Twenty Years From Now...: Semi-retired happy raising a family in Montana. Final Message: I want to thank EVERYONE who helped me make it through my 4 years here at KP. Namely my family, Mom and Dad, Lynsey, Valory, robert, my KP friends, LT Ragin, and all the fellas on the golf team, I will never forget the support, help, guidance, and encouragement you gave me. Thank you! “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” Philippians 4:13 “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” Thanh Tan Nguyen Riverside, California Favorite Academy Memory: Ring Dance and Recognition day Going to first Academy mixer and realizing that their were no girls there, just 100 other guys in whites. Twenty Years From Now...: Flying something somewhere making big bucks. Final Message: I would like to thank all my friends and especially my family for helping me make it through this place. This place really makes me appreciate the little things in life such as sleeping in or a good meal. I was able to accomplish things here that I did not think would be possible. For those that are still remaining, keep working hard the rewards are worth it. Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: SAAM Silent Drill Team, 21 Gun Salute Officer Billets: CX3, BX2 Ships Sailed: SS Chief Gadao, SS Maui, APL Korea, SS Lihue Sea Partners: Brian Bridgeford, Ryan Roach, and Asa Kim Countries Visited: Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Hawaii Internship: College of Environmental Research and Technology at the University of Riverside California. Future Plans: Navy Flight Wang, Tin, Hickie, Ju-Jang, Newget, Nugget fVVVii mrmmsWwmwmw ii ii ii � j! is H I u ii it it il « H •• K ‘II Ji n � « UlUJi U i! II 51, II « %•. “Dreams are free, so don’t limit yourself. Dream big, dream often and most of all never doubt yourself. If something were easy to achieve then everyone would have done it.” b Jeffery Scott Nicholson Jr. Dunbar, Pennsylvania Major: Logistics and Intermodal | Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Wrestling, Rugby Officer Billets: BLOG1 Ships Sailed: Lykes Discoverer USNS Niagara Falls, M V Liberty Grace, M V President Kennedy Sea Partners: Derek Walsh, John Femenia, RJ Lyons Countries Visited: China, Taiwan, Japan, Australia, Belgium, England, Germany, Jordan, Guam, Saipan Internship: John Colletti and Associates Favorite Academy Memory: Rugby seasons and sea year. Future Plans: Be a millionaire by age 30 with a wife and kids. Twenty Years From Now...: Family, wealth, and business owner. Final Message: To all my friends I have made in the past 4 years, thank you for being who you are. The people that go here is what makes this place unique. Stay in touch! Hank, Nic “A witty saying proves nothing.” Margaret Christie Nicks Issaquah, Washington Major: Maritime Operations and Technology Company: Fourth Company Officer Billets: 4PC2 Ships Sailed: CSX Tacoma, CSX Discovery, Lykes Explorer, USNS Tippecanoe, ATC Prince William Sound, ATC Overseas New York Sea Partners: Jeff Robbins, Lael Nichols, Lindsey Coleman, Colin Adler Countries Visited: Belgium, Germany, England, Hawaii, Alaska 20 Years from Now: Married with children. Internship: Harley Maritime, Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: Road Trips, Living with Dana, Chocolate, Going to Sea with Lindsey Final Message: To My Parents: Thank you for all of the support, I wouldnt be here with out your encouraging words and occasionally pushes in the right direction. To Jillian and Kyle: Life wouldn’t be nearly as much fun without you two. My siblings and my best friends and my partners in crime, always. To My Friends: Thanks for all the support, God knows we all needed it. Love to you all. “Sometimes you have to dance like no one is watching and sing like you don’t need the money. k Kristina Renee Nielson S'------------------------------ ._________Topeka, Kansas_______ Major: Marine Engineering Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Crew, Swimming, Diving, Yearbook, Sea Year Enhancement Group Officer Billets: RHRTO, RHRO Ships Sailed: Lykes Explorer, CSX Expedition, CSX Anchorage SeaLand Performance r Sea Partners: Jeremiah Gruidl, Casey Benefield, Ben Mathias Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, Panama, Mexico, England, Holland, Germany, Belgium Favorite Academy Memory: Leaving for the last time. Future Plans: 5 years sailing, 2 years Peace Corps (Guatemala), 3 years Grad School (P.E. and Masters in International Business), then...? Twenty Years From Now...: Who knows? Final Message: It seems like a lifetime; then you blink and it’s over. V I ■w oc • ■ a Kris, Toto Dorothy “You cannot find peace by avoiding life.” Patrick Joseph O’Brien East Moriches, New York Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Lacrosse (Team Captain) Officer Billets: 2PC2 Ships Sailed: M V Endurance, SS Guayama, M V Kings Pointer, M V Maersk Tennessee, SS Cape Alexander, SS Cape Archway Sea Partners: Jim Krantz and Paul Sparks Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, Spain, Italy, Malta, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Greece, Portugal, Panama, Columbia, Peru, Chile Internship: General Engineering, San Francisco, California Favorite Academy Memory: Rowing a boat onto the set of “A Beautiful Mind” with shovels as “Squba Team Assistants.” Future Plans: To love life, have fun, and make as many friends as I can along the way. Twenty Years From Now...: Happy, Healthy, and Retired Final Message: Thank you mom and dad for all the love and support you have given me. I could not have done it without you. Thanks to all my friends that helped me through the tough times and all the fun we had together. “Shoot for the moon, even if you miss you will land among the stars.” m Jj Colin Ross O’Leary . I__West Newbury, Massachusetts Major: Logistics and Intermodal :',J‘ | Transportation 8 L Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby Officer Billets: BADJ2, BC2 8 | Ships Sailed: APL Singapore, i USNS Rappahannock, USNS Kiska : Sea Partners: Jon Jackson, Seth Cobb, Jon Bess, and Jim Graham Countries Visited: Singapore, China, Taiwan, Japan, Guam, fete Hong Kong, Malaysia, Saipan, P f Australia i Internship: Aide to Congressman John Tierny Favorite Academy Memory: Living on 4th Co Flight Deck plebe year. Good Times! Future Plans: Work for a few years then back to school. Twenty Years From Now...: I don’t have a crystal ball, but I hope I am doing some good in the world. Final Message: Thanks to my brother Tim. I never would have made it without you. Thanks to my family and friends. Sometimes the end of the journey isn’t the best part, the best part was in the way you got there. Let’s Roll” - Todd Beamer, Flight 93 303 iff ft ‘r s Janna Michelle Ott It Las Vegas, Nevada Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Dinghy Sailing Team, Regimental Band Officer Billets: RHBVCE Ships Sailed: MV Truman, MV Patriot, USNS John Lenthall, MV Faust Sea Partners: Timberly Turner, Jacob Lerner, Doug Hopper Countries Visited: Germany, Belgium, England, France, Italy, Greece, China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates Internship: Detyens Shipyard Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: Qualifying for Nationals 3rd class year Twenty Years From Now...: Enjoying life. Final Message: To my family - thank you for always being there ready to listen with words of wisdom, encouragement, and love. To my friends and classmates - thank you for all the good memories, there are so many I can’t begin to list them all. , 0 N: f iso . «sSaile £{ + r V [IBP res m t Gra rship: if “And the trouble is if you don’t risk anything, you risk even more.” 304 0 '2 •: iG orai Jess Anthony Palkei __Garfield Heights, Ohio_ Major: Marine Engineering Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: KPESA, Newman Club, Yearbook, Knights of Columbus Officer Billets: Zombo Ships Sailed: M V Mesabi Miner, USNS Bob Hope, SS Coastal Houston, SS Marine Chemist, T V Kings Pointer, SS John W. Brown, M V Chesapeak Bay, Sea Partners: Mike Attanasio Countries Visited: Belgium, Diego Garcia, Spain, Italy, Egypt, Turkey, Greece, Israel, Panama, United Arab Emirates, Bahamas Internship: Lake Carriers Association, Cleveland, Ohio Favorite Academy Memory: Walking back from Roosevelt Field Mall with Twiford and Delano, KPESA Camporees, Yearbook trips to Gettysburg. Future Plans: Sail on the Great Lakes Twenty Years From Now...: Free at last, free at last. Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Final Message: Thank you God, Mom, Dad, Libby, Grandma, and Grandpa -1 could not have done it without your love, support, and prayers. I love you all. To my friends - thanks for the all the great memories. 305 “Don’t hate the player, hate the game!” - Booker T Matthew G. Papson Melville, New York Major: Marine Engineering Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Offshore Sailing Team, Tuesday Night Club Officer Billets: None Ships Sailed: SS CSX Pacific, M V CSX Anchorage, SS CSX Pacific, MA Sealand Developer, M V Overseas Harriette Sea Partners: Justin Heuer, Christopher Stoeckler Countries Visited: Mozambique, South Africa, Guam, China, Taiwan, Netherlands, Germany, England Internship: U.S. Coast Guard Group Air Station Atlantic City Favorite Academy Memory: Friday night trips to Pizza and Brew, Bermuda Race, Block Island Race Week Future Plans: Sail Twenty Years From Now...: Starting my second career, and cruising on my sailboat. Quote: “The sea is dangerous and its storms terrible, but these obstacles have never been sufficient reasons to remain ashore...it is with an iron will that intrepid spirits embark on the most daring of all endeavors...to meet the shadowy future without fear and conquer the unknown.” ■ Ferdinand 306 I want to thank my parents for their love and support during these long 4 years and my friends for all the great memories. Robert Leigh Parker Windsor, California Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Golf, Honor Guard, Billiards, Darts Officer Billets: Wardroom CDR Ships Sailed: Hawaii, Channel, Enterprise, Dynachem,MahiMahi, Sea Partners: Shaun Marisigan Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, China, Taiwan, Japan, Panama, Hong Kong, South Korea, Guam Internship: Marine Aggregate Services; Martinez, California Twenty Years From Now...: Married to a beautiful woman, with 2.4 kids, white picket fence in front of the Parker Mansion, 2 dogs and a cat. The head of a logistics department making more money than I’ll ever need. Final Message: To my parents family I want to thank you for getting me where I am today. I couldn’t have done it without your love support. To my one love Kylara thank you for keeping me where I am today. I am the person that I always wanted to be because of you. To the class of 2002 2003 it’s been real, thank God it’s over. For those still left behind, don’t worry your time is almost up soon you’ll be on your way. Don’t let this place get you down, because then you’re letting them win. Stay strong and finish up the fight. Nips, Ballast “Friendship is like wetting in your pants. Everyone can see it, but only you can feel its true warmth.” 307 Kelley Paulin Yuma, Arizona Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Offshore Sailing Officer Billets: None Ships Sailed: M V Mokihana, SS Manulani, SS Westward Venture, M V Overseas Marilyn Sea Partners: Justin Heuer, Chris Stoekler, Joel Meyer Countries Visited: Panama, Ecuador, Japan, China, Korea Favorite Academy Memory: The 2002 Newport to Bermuda Race Future Plans: Sail with MEBA Twenty Years From Now...: Hopefully not sailing still, either a naval architect or engineer of some type. Final Message: Thanks to mom, dad, Matt, and all my friends for keeping me on track here at school and thanks to the sailing team for not getting me to far off track. 1S1 for life. USA 5VUO 308 “Don’t take life to seriously, you’ll never get out alive.” - Van Wilder William Scott Payne __Virginia Beach, Virginia Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Environmental minor Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity and JV Swimming Officer Billets: CHBC4 Ships Sailed: APL Korea, USNS Sirius Sea Partners: Jose Solorozano, Chuck Dispenzieri, Billy Smith Countries Visited: Singapore, Japan, China, Malaysia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Cyprus, Spain, Italy, Malta, Tunisia, Denmark, Greece Internship: Tempico Mid- Atlantic, Intermodal Transportation Service, Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: Partying in the Med. with Chief Burdi, Liquid Dude, Phat Daddy, and Chuck Bevanda Future Plans: Sail for awhile then Grad School. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired and living on the beach. Final Message: Thanks Mom and Dad without your support I don’t think I would have made it. Wes and Liz good luck in the future, you make me proud. 4th Co., 1S2, and the Waste Water Boys you made it worthwhile. Scotty P, Pony Thief “There’s a force in the universe that makes things haoppen, and all you have to do is get in touch with it. Stop thinking. Let things happen and be the ball.” - “Ty” from Caddyshack 309 Michael David Polakow Polkalo, Poky, Poitras New Hartford, Connecticut Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Track and Field, Cycling Club, Investing Club, Chess Club Officer Billets: CC2 Ships Sailed: SS Robert E. Lee, USCGC Sturgeon Bay, M V Manoa, SS Chilbar, SS Chelsea Sea Partners: Sean Rafferty, Lisa Taylor, Chris Harkens Countries Visited: Singapore, Thailand, China, Japan, Korea, Egypt, Djibouti, India, Indonesia Internship: Electric Boat Favorite Academy Memory: Road Trips, Hallway Antics, and nights in the city. Future Plans: Take to the sea A until I figure out what to do when I finally grow up. j Twenty Years From Now...: Got a wife, two kids and retired for five years. Final Message: I walked in the gate with two weeks underwear, :l socks, and t-shirts. I left with a degree, the best friends, and a lot of memories. Thanks to my family for all the support and encouragement. % 3i :if- ’ fjI Ci “This is not the end. It is not even the beginning, but it is perhaps the end of the beginning.” - Churchill 310 I i i I l i John Francis Rapacki ____Hauppauge, New York Major: Marine Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Cross Country, Track Field, Mariner's Chorus, Chapel Choir, Drill Team Officer Billets: RC, RX Ships Sailed: M V Green Dale, M V Mahi Mahi, SS Kenai, M V Delaware Bay, M V Lykes Navigator Sea Partners: Lucas Johnson, Jeff Robbins, Rhys Irvins Countries Visited: Portugal, Spain, Malta, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Israel, Egypt, England, Belgium, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Oman, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Japan, South Korea, Panama Internship: McQuilling Brokerage Partners, Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: “Gentleman, it’s 0245! It’s time to stop fishing and go to your room. - Anonymous CDO Future Plans: Where’s the beach? Twenty Years From Now...: Life can’t get any better than this! Final Message:Nothing great is accomplished alone. Lieutenant, Pacman, Fudge “Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” - St. Franncis of Assisi 311 Jeffrey Ellis Reed Kailua, Hawaii Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Offshore Sailing, 3:45 Club, Officer Billets: None Ships Sailed: R.J. Pfeiffer, Seabulk Challenge, USNS Yukon, Sealand Achiever, USNS Pollux Sea Partners: Tom Ryan, Aaron Wens, Rob Tibbals, Suni Sukduang, Justin Guerrera, Derek Walsh Countries Visited: Germany, Belgium, England, Netherlands Internship: Hawaii Pilots Association Favorite Academy Memory: Sea year, NYC Future Plans: Sail, Bartending School Twenty Years From Now...: At the beach. Final Message: Thanks to everyone who helped me through this experience. It would not have been possible without your love, support, and encouragement. “I’m just a squirrel trying to get a nut.” 312 Joseph Michael Reynolds Bud, The Head Marshall, Minnesota Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Golf, Midshipmen Council Officer Billets: CHRTOI Ships Sailed: Sealand Defender, Sealand Florida, Matson Manoa Sea Partners: Gilbert Swink, Han Nah Kim, Paul Kim Countries Visited: Germany, Great Britain, China, Japan, Korea, Panama, Netherlands Internship: National Steel and Shipbuilding Company, San Diego, California Favorite Academy Memory: Waterfall in Guam, 300 nights, 200 nights and Uno's nights. Future Plans: Logistics job in the midwest. Of course after I sail for awhile. Twenty Years From Now...: Living in the Midwest with my beutiful wife, raising two healthy, happy kids. Final Message: Thank you Mom and Dad for the encouraging words and also to my big sis, Gaylyn. Hannah, Bert, Ace, JP, Frank, and Mike we all got through together. We’ll never forget. “Get everything you need, and then give it up for what you want. Then you can say you have had a fulfilling life.” - Candace Bastanchury 313 Riggy. Big Rig David Andres Rigual Buffalo, New York Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Swimming Officer Billets: CFOI Ships Sailed: SS Sam Houston, MV Sealand Achiever, SS El Morro, MV ITB New York, Sea Partners: Tom Ryszetnyk, Ray Harmer, Joe Azzata Countries Visited: Germany, France, England, Holland, Bahamas, Djibouti, India, Malaysia, Singapore Internship: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and USCG San Juan Favorite Academy Memory: METS Party Freshman year and my internship in Livermore, California. Future Plans: Sail and live in Spain. Eventually go back to school. Twenty Years From Now...: RearAdmiral, USMS Final Message: When you graduate from this place do not stop learning. The knowledge and experience that you have gained here will be put to the test in the real world, and that is where your education begins. “Not a shred of evidence exists in favor of the idea that life is serious.” - Brendan Gill Scot Colin Rives North Shore, California Major: Marine Engineering System, Nuclear minor Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: SAAM, Water Polo, Swimming, Boxing Officer Billets: none Ships Sailed: CSX Enterprise, M V President Jackson, MA Sealand Motivator, Kings Pointer Sea Partners: Steve Miernicki, Paul Kim, Colin Adler, and Michael Moore Countries Visited: Germany, England, China, Taiwan, Japan, Hong Kong, Netherlands Internship: Lloyd’s Register Favorite Academy Memory: Watching a flaming printer land on the Grinder spewing black smoke. Future Plans: Take a nap, then take down a government and rule that country. Twenty Years From Now...: Slightly calmer and fatter. Final Message: Thanks to everyone who helped me get through this place without destroying too much. Embrace the wilderness and let instinct lead to the true path. “The Kingdom of Heaven suffers violence, and violent men take it by force.” Matthew 11:12 315 Ryan Thomas Roach Riverside, California Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Crew, Silent Drill Team, Memorial Rifle Squad, Drill Instructor Officer Billets: BOPS2 Ships Sailed: SS Chief Gadao, SS Lihue, MV APL Korea Sea Partners: Nick Casazza, Ace Kim, Ron Huff, and Thanh Nguyen Countries Visited: Singapore, Germany, Belgium, England, Malaysia, China, Taiwan, Japan, and Holland Internship: Drill Instructor Training Favorite Academy Memory: Ring Dance, Plebe Recognition, being at sea when I no longer had to do a sea project. Future Plans: Working in the logistics industry and making my first million dollars. Twenty Years From Now...: Living the good life with a family of my own. Final Message: Throughout the last four years, I’ve learned that it is not the destination but rather the journey along the way that makes life worth living. My suc- cesses and failures have taught me that I would have never been able to appreciate one without the presence of the other. FOCOIOCOBM nvt i cp? vJSfcl CAM “Ideas are like stars; you will not succeed in touching them with your hands. But like the seafaring man on the desert of waters, you choose them as your guides, and in following them you will reach your destiny.” Carl Schurz 316 Robert Meade Robbins Cartersville, Virginia Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football Officer Billets: CF04, CT04 Ships Sailed: MV Endeavor, SS Stonewall Jackson, SS Green Island, USNS Rappahannock Sea Partners: Robert Atkins, Vincent D’Eusanio Countries Visited: Pakistan, China, Japan, Spain, Italy, Turkey, Egypt, Israel, Portugal, India, Yemen, Sudan, Djibouti Internship: Norfolk Southern Railroad Favorite Academy Memory: Every adventure in the city. Future Plans: Find a job and start having fun. Twenty Years From Now...: Working hard, and spending time with my family and friends. Final Message: A special thanks to my Mother, Father, brother, Aunt and Uncle, Bob, Vinny, friends, family, and all those who stood by me along the way. Meade O “I laugh when I can and I live with the rest. I’ve learned that holding on means letting go.” - Willie Nelson 317 Brantley Rushing Alice, Texas Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Swimming, Tennis Officer Billets: BADJ2 Ships Sailed: M V Endurance, M V Tellus, M V Chesapeake Bay Sea Partners: Tim Guenther, Jake George Countries Visited: Egypt, Germany, Belgium, England, France, Spain, Italy, Malta, Israel, and Turkey Internship: U. S. Coast Guard Air Station, Corpus Christi, Texas Favorite Academy Memory: Park, CJ’s, sea year, late NYC nights, Ring Dance, Graduation, seeing Vickery Gate in my rearview for the last time. Future Plans: Sail Twenty Years From Now...: Retired at 43. Final Message: Thank you to all my family and friends for their love, encouragement, and support to help me graduate. Dad, I finally made it and I wish you could be here. Thanks for everything you taught me. To my bros, you know who you are, ya’II live life to the fullest and never look back. It’s been a ride. About time I get out of here. Lata. 318 f It Ct I Fo Of Sh r (W $s Se Re Co ft Ms “People can’t be perfect, but their intentions can. Thomas Matthew Ryan ___Farmingdale, New York Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Football Officer Billets: CN02 Ships Sailed: USNS San Jose, USNS Spica, SeaLand Defender, SeaLand Commitment Sea Partners: MattTomo, Jeff Reed, Joe Sawruk, Jeffrey Kirby Countries Visited: South Korea, China, Japan, Guam, Italy, Spain, Malta, Bahamas Internship: United States Coast Guard Activities New York Favorite Academy Memory: Ring Dance and the many nights at Bogarts. Future Plans: Get a job. Twenty Years From Now...: Be rich with two kids. Final Message: I have many great memories and I will never forget this school or my friends, but it feels good to get out of here. Kings Point for life. “Live life to the fullest and treat each day like it’s your last because you never know when that day will come. Michael Richard Rye Bel Air, Maryland _ Mike, Mi key Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company CI u bs Acti vities S ports: Football Officer Billets: 3PC3 Ships Sailed: CSX Enterprise, Sealand Developer, USNS Kanawha, HMI Brenton Reef Sea Partners: Ira Douglas, William Corrigan Countries Visited: Panama, Germany, England, Netherlands, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Japan, China, South Korea Internship: Association of Maryland Pilots Favorite Academy Memory: Beating 24th ranked Western Connecticut in overtime. Future Plans: Sail, the go to Graduate School for a MBA Twenty Years From Now...: Sitting behind some desk somewhere making a lot of money, or being a ship pilot. Final Message: In my past four years I have been high on life, education and happiness. School, football and great friends will live forever. I will miss everyone. “It has been real.” “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go find the great.” 320 I The Dog, Big Rig, The Nudist Brian Kingston Ryglowski Lake Villa, Illinois Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Crew Team, Diving Team, Color Guard, Ring Committee Chairman Officer Billets: RWTC, RIO Ships Sailed: HMI Brenton Reef, M V Fidelio, SS Charles Beeghly, M V James R. Barker Sea Partners: Lee Fraser, Sean Holt, Seth Tharpe Countries Visited: France, Belgium, Germany, England, Panama, and Canada Internship: U S. House of Representatives Favorite Academy Memory: Waterballoon Launcher, 1 SI, TV in room, crew TMs; Andrew, Casey, and Matt; 80’s Rock Music Future Plans: Active Duty Navy in Engineering Duty Officer Program. Twenty Years From Now...: Be married, have a huskey for a pet, and relaxing on a beach. Final Message: If everyone before you has gone through it,why can’t you? Live and rock on! By the way, don’t make the same mistake twice. “Murrrrrrrrrrrr...” I “Roll with the punches and take things as they come. Never tell yourself NO’. Train hard, row hard, play hard, and always impress the ladies.” 321 Paul Matthew Sallee ________________James Island, Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: First Company Clubs Activities Sports: Marine Corp Ops, Wrestling Officer Billets: Company Training Officer Ships Sailed: USNS Concord, USNS Saturn, MV R.J. Pfeiffer, MV Maersk Texas Sea Partners: Danny James, Paul Sparks, Jeff Greco, Roderick Lee Countries Visited: Greece, Italy, Malta, Tunisia, Crete, Germany, Panama, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Hawaii, Canada Internship: Charelston Harbor South Carolina__________________ Pilots, USAFA Freefall Jump School Favorite Academy Memory: Living it up on the 3 million dollar Yacht between Miami and Key Largo with my boys Jay Bernick and Danny James for spring break 2002. Futurn Plans: Navy Seals and Harbor Pilots Twenty Years From Now...: I will have a beach house in Hawaii, with the girl of my dreams by side, and a beautiful family. Final Message: Ich laufe weg ab hier ein besserer Mann wegen der Muhsale, die ich ausgedauert habe. Thanks to my parents for making me, my friends for being there for me, my uncle, and my girlfriend for believing in me. I will never forget yoiL All for the glory of God. PMS, Turbo, South, The Rooster i I i I I “People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf.” - George Orwell 322 Sara Kristina Salter Fayetteville, Georgia Internship: Newport News Shipbuilding Favorite Academy Memory: Contributing to the flawless training of the Class of 2006...Sea Year is a close second Futurn Plans: Go to work, get married, have kids, retire Twenty Years From Now...: Charting my own course. Final Message: Thank you, Mom, Dad, and Erik for pushing me when I didn’t think this would ever end. Doug, for your love, encouragement and inspiration through this experience. Salty, Salter Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Manangement Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Crew, Fanfare Trumpets, Regimental Band, Drill Instructor Officer Billets: Company Training Officer, Company Commader Ships Sailed: MV Anchorage, MV Mokihana, MV Brenton Reef, MV APL Korea, SS Producer Sea Partners: Casey Benefield, Michelle Stark, Lee Fraiser, Dalton Stupack, Aaron Wens Countries Visited: Coastal US, Guam, Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore 323 “It’s time to start living the life you’ve imagined.” - Henry James Paula Stella Saucedo Mama Goose Devine. Texas Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Golf, Hear This, Swimming, Newman Club, Cross Country Ships Sailed: SS Argonaut, MV Faust, MV Lykes Explorer, SS Mandlani, MV Endeavor, SS Stonewall Jackson Sea Partners: Hetty Fernandez, Garret Power, Ray Slapkunas, Shannon Harper, Peter Rosati Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Ukraine, Israel, Egypt, Sudan, Massawa, Djibouti, Yeman, India, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, England, Germany, Belgium Internship: Holnam Favorite Academy Memory: The feeling of leaving KP for a year to start a new life and family. Future Plans: To be a success on the West Coast. Twenty Years From Now...: Living happily with husband Troy, precious Vivian, and any other additions... Final Message: Be who you are. Face consequences. Life is precious. Family is everything. To my family: Thank you for all your love, understanding, and patience. Paula Stella and Troy Alyn married August 31,2001. “Greatness is not in where we stand, but in what direction we are moving. We must sail sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it - but sail we must, and not drift, nor lie at anchor.” - Oliver Wendell Holmes 324 Matt Schilling Colleyville, Texas Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Growler, 345 Club, Soccer Super Fan 2, 1S1 4Life Officer Billets: Table Captain Ships Sailed: President Adams, Walter S. Piehl Sea Partners: Colin Campbell, Michelle Stark, Aileen Villano Countries Visited: Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Australia, Italy, and United Arab Emirates Internship: Renda Marine Dredging Favorite Academy Memory: Waking up at Penn in boots, spurs, and a cowboy hat with a homeless sign. Future Plans: Wear two six shooters and become the baddest man alive. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired, 6’4”, Full head of hair. Final Message: Thanks to my family and friends who stuck around for the ride. YEEHAW! Curt, Schizzo, The Chief 325 “You don’t want to drink beer... that’s for daddies and kids with fake I.D.s” - Homer Simpson Carl Schmidt Strasburg, Pennsylvania Internship: Staten Island Ferry Favorite Academy Memory: Flannary’s! Future Plans: Taking it all one day at a time Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll come back for my 20th reunion and . Final Message: Weekends in the city with Molly, at sea with Etter, vacation at Tim’s, wasting the week away with Derek, and riding with the IRATrainwreck. It’s all been a darn good time! Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Offshore Sailing Officer Billets: CF03 Ships Sailed: MVTawabata, GT Chevron Arizona, and SS Obregon Sea Partner: Andrew Etter Countries Visited: Germany Belgium, England, France, Scotland, Spain, Denmark, Poland Kenny “Think with the wise but walk with the vulgar.” Aaron Nicholas Seesan Massillion, Ohio “I shall be telling this with a sigh, Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I--1 took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.” - Robert Frost 327 Internship: U.S. Army: Fort Lewis, Washington: B Company, 864th Engineer Battalion, 555th Combat Engineer Group Favorite Academy Memory: Sailing as a Cadet on the SS John W. Brown Future Plans: Take a commission as a 2nd LT in the Army Corps of Engineers; build and blow things up, and expend a lot of ammunition in my free time. Twenty Years From Now...: I hope to be enjoying living and be mid-life crisis-free. Final Message: There are two things that always will amaze me about Kings Point: How bad and depressing things seems to be here, and how much we actually can learn and get done in spite of it. Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: 4 year Varsity Rifleman, High-Power Rifle, Marine Option, Newman Club Officer Billets: RHBC Ships Sailed: MV Green Cove, MV Maersk Arizona, CSX Kodiak, SS John W. Brown, MV Delware Bay, MV Paul R. Tregurtha Sea Partners: Austin McKune, Chrioni Lenertz, Mike Hayes, Joshua Chrosniak, and Dwight Renshaw Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Japan, North and South Korea, Egypt, Israel, Canada Seehan, Seadog, Sessan Pennsylvania Schlammin, Samurai Washington, Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Mariners Chorus, Crew, Waterfront Power Squadron Officer Billets: RMO Ships Sailed: USNS Guadalupe, SS Stephen W. Pless, MV Tellus Sea Partners: Chris Melton, Shannon DiPietropolo, Will Pines, Mary Drennan, Allison Bennett, Lou Barbieri Countries Visited: Spain, Crete, Germany, France, England, Italy, Belgium, Costa Rica, Greece Internship: I washed the Dean’s car every week. Favorite Academy Memory: The countless crazy times in Northern Europe first sea period. Future Plans: Sail, make money; get a real job, make more money Twenty Years From Now...: I’d like to be a successful manager with a beautiful wife and family and look back having never regretted anything. Final Message: These years will be the longest, the shortest, the worst, the best, the saddest, the happiest, the lonliest, and the most comforted of your life up to this point. And at the end, I wouldn’t trade them for anything. “To myself, I seem to have been only a boy playing on the seashore ... while the great ocean of truth lay all undiscovered before me.” - Sir Isaac Newton 328 Beth Sharp Portland, Oregon Major: Marine Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Newman Club, Sailing, EMS, Womens Basketball Officer Billets: RHGC Ships Sailed: Matson Manulani, SS Green Island, APLThailand, PFC Dewayne T. Williams MPS, Sealand Endurance Sea Partners: Jamie Miller, Ryan Hinz, and Jim McElya Countries Visited: Mexico, Panama, Bahamas, Canada, Japan, Korea, Singapore, China, Eygpt, Pakistan, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Djibouti, Guam, Saipan Internship: Columbia River Pilots Association, COLRIP Favorite Academy Memory: VIP room, CJ’s, Village Idiot, 2D1 closeness, and all the crazy shenanigans with my friends (I love you guys! Best of life to you!) Future Plans: The American Dream with a twist: to be on the NY Times best seller’s list, to have my own company on Forbes’s 500 list, to hire a KPer to sail me on my yacht around the world, to be completely in love, and be happy with life. Twenty Years From Now...: Planning a reunion with all my friends for which my yacht will take us to my party island. Final Message: Just saying, “Thank you,” is not enough to say to my friends and family for all the support they have given me to make my dreams a reality. I love you all and I could not have gotten this far without each and everyone of you. Dad and Mom: I made it! Thank you for always telling me how proud you are of me! And to my closest friends: I will never forget you and I won’t let you forget me! Snow White, The Instigator “I give thanks to God for the love of my family, and for their willingness to let me love them back.” 329 :o: Michael Farrell Sheahan Annapolis, Maryland Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Sailing, Speech and Debate, Human Powered Submarine Officer Billets: CA02 Ships Sailed: USNS Shughart, USNS Concord, USNS Fisher, USNS Tippecanoe, MV Endeavor Sea Partners: Frank Stoklosa and Colin Adler The Face Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Turkey, Egypt, France, Monaco, Vatican City, England, Canada, Mexico, Panama, Bahamas Internship: Maritime Applied Physics Corp. Favorite Academy Memory: Leaving Vickery Gate Future Plans: Do everything I’m not supposed to do. Twenty Years From Now...: Be happy! Final Message: To KP: Adios! To the Fam: Good job as always. To my friends: I’ll never forget you. “If I only had a little humility, I’d be perfect.” - Ted Turner 330 Jonathan Alexander Sichel Westport, Connecticut Yoshi, Oddjob Major: Marine Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Lacrosse Officer Billets: Lunch Table XO Ships Sailed: USNS Contender, MV 2nd LT John P. Bobo, MV Liberty Sea, MV Lykes Navigator Sea Partners: John Williams, Matt Alonge, Chadwick Fondron, MattGreusel, Bob Andrea, Joe Quirk, and Ed Tirado Countries Visited: Israel, Greece, Italy, Spain, Scotland, England, Belgium, Germany (France - if the Chief Mate would ho o lot mo r'lff tho chir� Internship: Liberty Maritime Favorite Academy Memory: My 5th year at the Academy. Future Plans: To tell the judge I really did graduate from the USMMA Twenty Years From Now...: Class of 2023 Final Message: When you need a job give me a call. I probably will not be able to get you one, but we can still talk about it. And if you have a job give me a call anyways. Bon Voyage. 331 “The world is run by C students” -Al McGuire, former basketball coach of Marquette University “Tighten up your jock-straps it’s gonna be a rough one today.” - Coach Alger before wrestling practice Peter John Silva, Jr. PJ, Sweet Peaches Weymouth, Massachusetts Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Wrestling, Color Guard Officer Billets: RAA Ships Sailed: USNS San Jose, USNS Flint, SS Wilson, MS Patriot Sea Partners: Nick Watts, Cameron Camecakes Foster, and Billy Smith Countries Visited: Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Tanzinia, Mozambique, Kenya, Egypt, Oman, and Mexico Internship: Picking Peaches Fruit Orchard Favorite Academy Memory: Doing a flip off the top deck of an alumni’s 10 million dollar yacht underneath the Throgs Neck Bridge during an October rainstorm. Oh and convincing Fraiser to do the atomic sit-up on flight deck plebe year. Future Plans: (781)-264-0827 call me in the near future and I will fill you in. Until then wish me luck. Twenty Years From Now...: I will be happily married with a knockout for a wife and two little PJ’s running around. Final Message: Thanks to my biggest supporters, Mom and Dad, who have been beside me through my ups and downs at Kings Point. I must thank my 4th Co. boys and the KP wrestlers who have made these last 4 years fly by with excitement. Because of you when I am old and wrinkly, I will be able to look back at these years and enjoy them over once again. A special thanks to Coach Alger for not giving up on mejduring all my injuries. k R C V J III c 332 Jerry Richard Smith Greenville, Maine Major: Marine Engineering Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Volleyball, Power Squadron Officer Billets: CHBC1 Ships Sailed: CSX Enterprise, MV Endurance, CSX Discovery, and SS Fredericksburg Sea Partners: Jamie Miller, Patrick Arnold, Ray Harmer, Preston Dodgen, Alan Syslo, Ross Cutler Countries Visited: Hong Kong, Guam, Taiwan, Puerto Rico, Spain, Italy, Egypt, Israel, Turkey Internship: Greenville Steam Company, Greenville, ME Favorite Academy Memory: Ring Dance, CJ’s, the Park, Power Squadron trips, and GRADUATION! Future Plans: Navy Flight Twenty Years From Now...: Who knows... I just plan on taking it one day at a time because you never know which one will be your last. Final Message: I want to say thank you to all my family and friends for all the love, encouragement, and support that helped me get through these last four years. I have made a lot of friends that I now think of as brothers here over the past four years and we have made a lot of memories, I hope to continue those friendships and not lose contact after we graduate. Good luck to you all. 333 “The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing that you will make one. Reemer, Remi Jabowictz Remi Bosco Smith Glen Allen, Virginia Favorite Academy Memory: All of the firsts: my first ship, my first time steering, the first time I Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Band, Crew, Mariners Chorus, Yearbook, Computers Officer Billets: RBM Ships Sailed: CSX Consumer, CSX Trader, CSX Discovery, Sealand Quality, USS Alaska, USS Helena Sea Partners: Kevin Kammeter and Jared Leigh Countries Visited: Hong Kong, Taiwan, Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Guam, Spain, Malta, Italy Internship: Officer Training started a diesel engine, the first time I stood in front of the entire class...there is only one first, make it count! Future Plans: The NSA and then more school, then who knows? Twenty Years From Now...: Happy with whatever I am currently doing. Final Message: Thanks to everyone who has helped me. I couldn’t have made it through without you. I “...when veterans get together, it doesn’t matter who won or lost. It’s enough that both survived.” - Admiral K. A. Makarov t 334 Timothy S. Smith ____Sharpsburg, Maryland Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Track, Cross Country, Department of Parks and Recreation Officer Billets: CT03 Ships Sailed: S L Performance, SS Matsonia, MV Mohihana, MV Tacoma Sea Partners: Dave Byun, Will Ku, and Sean Holt Countries Visited: South Korea, China, Japan,Spain, Morroco, Malta, Bahamas, Italy Internship: Maritrans Inc., Philadelphia, PA Favorite Academy Memory: Watching Derek, Carl, Etter, and Ira grow from ambitious high school graduates to text book functional alcoholics. Future Plans: Buy a catamaran and sail off into a rosey sunset. Twenty Years From Now...: Just getting married. Final Message: My love of life has blossomed from the experiences I have had, the chances I have taken and the challenges I have met; yet none of these would be possible without the concrete foundation of my family and friends. Thanks! Nitro, Thunder, Gemini “They can always take midshipmen out of the Park; but they can never take the Park out of midshipmen.” 335 William Joseph Smith Pasadena, Maryland _ Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Sailing, Lacrosse, Ultimate Frisbee Club, Pubmaster, 1 c Secretary Officer Billets: 4PC1 Ships Sailed: MVTanabata, APL Korea, HMI Dynachem Sea Partners: Mark Bezeredi, Scott Payne, and PJ Silva Countries Visited: Hong Kong, Japan, China, Singapore, Taiwan, Malaysia, France, Germany, Belgium, and England Internship: Association of Maryland Pilots Favorite Academy Memory: Road trips with the boys and relaxing at 440 Marcellus Future Plans: Enjoy what life has to offer. Twenty Years From Now...: Rolling in the brushes down by the riverside. Final Message: Mom, Dad, Becky, and Brian: You made me who I am and I will never forget that. I love you guys and owe the world to you. “Once in a while you get shown the light, In the strangest of places if you look at it right.” - “Whatever you are, be a good one.” - Abraham Lincoln i. y t ' r2 r, — JV WJl; Jose Bosco Solorzano Miami, Florida Major: Marine Transportation Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Drill Team, Sea Year Enhancement Group, Regimental Band Officer Billets: CHROB and RHRTO Ships Sailed: MVAPLThailand, USNS Sirius, MV El Yunque Sea Partners: Scott Payne, Chuck Dispenzieri, Josh Lusk, Eddie Makarewicz Countries Visited: Singapore, China, Taiwan, Japan, Greece, Spain, Italy, Malta, Cyprus, and Tunisia Internship: Miami Beach Marine Safety Office of the U.S. Coast Guard Favorite Academy Memory: New Orleans parade... and Bourbon Street afterwards! Future Plans: Sail for MSC and become a maritime surveyor. Twenty Years From Now...: One day at a time... Happy hopefully. Final Message: Thanks Dad, Mom, and Sis for all the support, distance can never break the love that unites this family. My KP friends, thanks for the memories and for helping me rise the times I stumbled. Solo, JosB, Cha-Cha, Muerte, Little Mexican “If you are going through hell, keep going.” - Sir Winston Churchill 337 Kevin Sparks Major: Marine Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Track, Cross Country, Crew, Choir, Chorus, Eagle Scout Association Officer Billets: CX2, RMTO Ships Sailed: Newark Bay, Blueridge, Sealand Pride Sea Partners: James Tronosky, Todd Stallings, Kristen Dridge Countries Visited: Germany, France, Netherlands, England, and Spain Internship: Air Force Flight with the 41st Rescue Squadron, ModdyAFB, Georgia Sparky Today is now... You can never come back to the past i 338 Paul Sparks Advance, North Carolina Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby, Marine Corps Ops., Wrestling Officer Billets: RTOA, RTO Ships Sailed: CSX Crusader, R.J. Pfeiffer, Guayama, and Enterprise Sea Partners: Fred LaFemina, Chuck Dispenzieri, Paul Sallee, Patrick O’Brien, Alex Sichel Countries Visited: Belgium, Spain, Italy, Egypt, Turkey, China, Germany, Israel, England, Japan, France, Holland, South Korea, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Jamacia Internship: Salem Logistics Favorite Academy Memory: 0445 July 10th, 1999 Future Plans: Tie the knot, travel, get the bars (USMC), kill bad guys, spend as much time as possible with Susan, my family, the Iron and the Road. Twenty Years From Now...: Have hair, lots of guns, knives, and scalps, my own gym, a doctorate, one or more books published, a successful marriage, and a platoon of little hard chargers. Final Message: Be Strong, Get Stronger. The Evil Sparks, Mr. Clean, North, Psycho, Maniac “Go without a coat when it’s cold; find out what cold is. Go hungry; keep you existence lean... If you’re never tested, you’ll never define your character.” - HR 339 Michelle Stark Fargo, North Dakota Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Softball, Volleyball Officer Billets: RAL Ships Sailed: Matson Mokihana, USNS Walters. Diehl, and CSX Consumer Sea Partners: Sam Steele and Aileen Villano Countries Visited: Singapore, Australia, Thailand, Japan, Korea Internship: Adams and Reese LLP - Washington, D.C. ' Favorite Academy Memory: Every spring on the field with the girls... Great teammates, wonderful friends, beautiful people. Future Plans: To never step foot in the rat race. Twenty Years From Now...: I will have it all. Final Message: I want to thank my family, friends, coaches, and the 40 train: combined, you kept me sane. “At some point each of us will get lost in the darkness, learn to steer by the stars.” 1 li C C s 0 T s M M 5 K' C C 340 JM Christopher Stoeckler ____Beaverton, Oregon Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Offshore Sailing Team, Skipper Cwene II, No Quarter Officer Billets: None Ships Sailed: USNS Soderman T-ARK 317, MV CSX Anchorage, SS Westward Venture, MV Overseas Harriette, MV Overseas Marilyn, MV SeaLand Explorer, Sea Partners: Matt Papson, Kelley Paulin, Paul Crawford Countries Visited: South Korea, China, Japan, Panama, Ecuador, South Africa, Mozambique Internship: USCG Air Station Astoria, Oregon Favorite Academy Memory: Weekends spent sailing, Block Island Race week, Jimmy Buffett concert with Becky, Ring Dance Future Plans: A career in the Coast Guard Final Message: “Lakes below the mountains, Flow into the sea, Like oils applied to canvas, They permeate through me. And there’s that one particular harbor, Sheltered from the wind, Where the children play on the shore each day, And all is safe within.” - Jimmy Buffett Our destiny is not in the stars, but in ourselves. We may need to follow in the wake of those who have gone before, but what we do and where we go is ultimately up to us. 341 v , e m : - “I have never let my schooling interfere with my education.' - Mark Twain Manassas, Virginia Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football, Auto Club, Women's Volleyball Manager, 340 Club, TAE-BO and Jazzercise Club Officer Billets: BIT02 Ships Sailed: USNS Concord, SS Major Stephen W. Pless, MV President Polk Sea Partners: Dan McLaughlin, Jon Femenia, Michael Sheahan, Devin Levefbre, Erik Hedval, Craig Gundry, Brendan Gray, Christopher McEliece, and Vincent D’Eusanio Countries Visited: Hong Kong, England, Scotland, France, Italy, Poland, Lithuania, China, Japan, Spain, Denmark, Estonia, Taiwan Internship: United States Army Transportation Corps, Logistics Integration Agency, Power Projection Division; Osprey Ship Management Company Favorite Academy Memory: The time we got to wear PT. gear to tattoo because EVERYBODY believed that I drank a bottle of soy sauce, when the bottle was really filled with rootbeer. Future Plans: Find a great job, settle down, work hard, then chill out. Twenty Years From Now...: I’ll be making beaucoup money, working an 8 to 5, and trying to solve my midlife crisis by buying a high performance European Sports Coupe. Final Message: Thanks Mom, Dad, and Joe for all your support. This experience was not the easiest at times but it was worth every minute. Non sum quails eram -1 am not what I used to be. Francis Michael Sto dosa 342 John Francis Stuber Stube, Stubesteak Chicago, Illinois Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby, Weightlifting Club, Fatboy Squad Officer Billets: RHRO Ships Sailed: CSX Anchorage, USNS Kaiser, MV Green Dale Sea Partners: Nick Cappel and Chris Melton Countries Visited: Japan, Italy, Singapore, Diego Garcia, and Belgium Internship: VFA-87 “The Warparty” Naval Flight Squadron Favorite Academy Memory: Too many to just have one, especially when 1S2 is around. Future Plans: To be successful in all I try to accomplish. Twenty Years From Now...: To look back on life and smile knowing I lived those 20 years the best I could have lived them. Final Message: Don’t let anyone tell you what you can and can't do. The future is yours so live it up and make the most of what you got. “I age like a dog here at school, I’m like 55 years old.” - Mike Borszich Dalton James Favorite Academy Memory: Forty’s and Combo’s, Port Jeff, Bush Diving, Tim McGraw, OC, Ring Dance, Graduation Future Plans: Marry the love of my life and have a job I enjoy. Twenty Years From Now...: Livin’ in Montana with THE girl (you know who you are). Retired and enjoying life the way it should be enjoyed: fishing, hunting, and camping Final Message: Thanks to my boyz, family, and friends for keeping me here and supporting me. Grandma... thanks for the cookies. Papa, the bank never “really” closes, does it? Breanna, let’s finally get on with our lives! Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Power Squadron Officer Billets: RWX, BITOI Ships Sailed: CSX Kodiak, Seabulk Challenge, SLAtlantic, APL Korea Sea Partners: Trevor Trongard, Kendall Chauvin, and Sara Salter Countries Visited: Taiwan, Singapore, Spain, Italy, Malta, China, and Japan Internship: Plum Creek Timber Company, Columbia Falls, MT Stupdogg, Dew, Stup 344 “If there is anything better than to be loved it is loving. ici K '% 1 m tsv • .% C$!Jjf Suni Sukduang Rochester, New Hampshire Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Soccer, Outdoor Adventure, ISI 4-LIFE Club Officer Billets: CA02 Ships Sailed: SS Guayama, USNS Yukon, SS Humalao, Lykes Discoverer Sea Partners: Rob Tibbs, Jeff Reed, Jeff Nicholchin, and Justin Guerra Countries Visited: Germany, England, Belgium, Puerto Rico, and Italy Internship: Ennis Tractebel Favorite Academy Memory: Overtime goal against St. Joseph's to put Kings Point into the NCAA’s Future Plans: Become an international sex symbol or become a lawyer. Twenty Years From Now...: Retire and put all my efforts into a life of debauchery. Final Message: Mom, Dad, Sanya, Sayun, Suriyun you’re the best family anyone could ask for. 345 Scott Kennewick, Washington Internship: Port of Pasco, WA Favorite Academy Memory: All the time I was enrolled here that I didn’t spend here. Future Plans: To be gainfully employed and having a good time. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired and playing golf. Final Message: “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by, the one with poison ivy, thorns, mud puddles, steep hills, overgrown roots, and jagged rocks; and that has made all the difference???” - Midn XL Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Vice-President Roller Hockey Club Officer Billets: Pubmaster Ships Sailed: SS Humacao, CSX Tacoma, APL Thailand, MV Tellus Sea Partners: Chris Mercurio, Matt Brekhe, Mike Martino, and Jimmy Dixon Countries Visited: Germany, Belgium, England, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia Taiwan, France Ruthless Old Man on “Live forever or die trying - - -- L Gilbert Roscoe Swink IV Norfolk, Virginia “Greatness is not where we stand, but in what direction we are moving. We must sail sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it, but sail we must, not drift, nor lie at anchor.” - Oliver Wendell Holmes 347 Major: Marine Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Offshore Sailing Team, EMS Squad, Council of American Master Mariners Officer Billets: RML, RWTC Ships Sailed: MV Maersk Texas, SS El Morro, MV Liberty Grace, TA Kings Pointer, MV Sealand Defender, MV Sealand Motivator Sea Partners: Joe Reynolds, Brendan Gray, Matt Weber, Matthew Hurd Countries Visited: Germany, England, Netherlands, China, Japan, South Korea, Panama, Peru, Chile, Columbia, Israel, Puerto Rico Internship: Sandy Hook Pilots Association Favorite Academy Memory: Offshore Team memories, Summer Indocs, sea years with Joe and Matt, “Would the EMS Watch Team please report to...” Future Plans: Meeting you on the one in the Port of Hampton Roads. Twenty Years From Now...: Married, watching my children grow up, enjoying the water and great outdoors, planning out retirement Final Message: Mom and Dad, thanks for everything. Words can’t express the heart felt gratitude for your love, dedication, shoving, encouraging and supporting me during these years. David and Chris, thanks for wrestling, hugs, and my bed. Thanks to all my friends at Kings Point - It has been an awesome voyage! Psalm 107:23-24, James 1:12 --- Captain Bert, Mariner of the Week, Swinker, Bert — V “You can always retake the class, you can never relive the moment.” Alan Rothmann Syslo North Richland Hills, Texas Fuzzy Spider Monkey, Jail Bird Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Band, Varsity Rifle Team, Silent Drill Team, Rifle Salute Squad, and Honor Platoon Officer Billets: CNOB Ships Sailed: MV Mahi Mahi, SS CSX Discovery, SS CSX Crusader, MV Lykes Liberator, CVN-74 USS John C. Stennis Sea Partners: Ross Cutler, Preston Dodgen, Jerry Smith, James Dixon, and Josh Brown Countries Visited: Germany, Belgium, England, Singapore, Japan, China, Taiwan, Indonesia, Korea, Hong Kong, Puerto Rico Internship: VFA-87 Golden Warriors, NAS Oceania Favorite Academy Memory: New Orleans with the D-Day parade. Memories from that trip will last forever. Pictures too. Future Plans: Fly for the United States Navy Twenty Years From Now...: Having a good life and enjoying what I do for a living. Final Message: Thank you to everybody that got me through this thing. I can’t thank you all enough, and there’s a whole bunch of you. • . - 348 Lisa Anne Taylor Kingston Springs, Tennessee Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Mariners Chorus and Choir, Art, Indoor and Outdoor Track, and Cross Country Officer Billets: CF02 Ships Sailed: SS El Yunque, MV Manoa, MV Sealand Integrity, and MV Green Point Sea Partners: Michael Polakow, Adam Greenly, Michael Borzich, Jay VanValen, Daniel Gately Countries Visited: Guam, Japan, China, Korea, Malta, Italy, Spain, Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Quatar, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait Internship: Marine Safety Officer Coast Guard, Activities New York Favorite Academy Memory: The many friendships I have made... I will remember and cherish them always. Future Plans: Have my artistic talents discovered. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired from service, living “very” comfortably, and doing what ever makes me happy. Final Message: It’s been long... It’s been trying... But in the end, it’s all worth it. Thank you Mom for that initial push and telling me to hang in there... this wouldn’t have been possible without you. Conscience Bunny, L.T. “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies with in us.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson 349 Christian DeJesus Terrientes Panama City, Republic of Panama Terri-Guns, ULCC, T Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Intramural Basketball and Soccer, Broadening Kings Point, Christian Fellowship Club, Weight Lifting Club Officer Billets: CF03 Ships Sailed: SS Matsonia, SS Ewa, MV APL Philippines, MV President Wilson Sea Partners: Amber Jones, Asa Kim, Kenneth Kneisly Countries Visited: Singapore, China, Taiwan, Japan, Guam, Hong Kong, Thailand, Okinawa Internship: Panama Canal Authority Favorite Academy Memory: Sea Year! Future Plans: Work hard and establish my own company. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired and enjoying everything God has given me. Final Message: In first place, I would like to thank the Lord for all his blessings to me. Without God we are nothing. Thank you family for your love and support throughout my life. Mom, Dad, Lymdet, Rebecca, Shalom, Esteban, abuelos, tios y primos, you have been there for me always. I love you lots! Papa y Mama, thanks for all the sacrifices you have made to take me this far in life. You are the best! To all the very special people I was so lucky to meet these years, God bless you. You will always be irumy heart. VIVA PANAMA! ProveVbs 4. Si c Club 3 Offic � ip 'SX i fee! Sea Oi lute “Todo lo puedo en cristo que me fortaleze” Filipenses 4:13 350 Seth W. Tharpe Houston, Texas Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Water Polo, Ski Club Officer Billets: None Ships Sailed: MV Mahimahi, CSX Pacific, NPR Mayaguez, CSX Challenger, SS Charles M. Beegly Sea Partner: Cory Gustafson Countries Visited: Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Puerto Rico Internship: American Ref Fuel Favorite Academy Memory: Beating the Air Force Academy 10 to 9 Future Plans: Make a lot of money. Twenty Years From Now...: I will be fat and happy. Final Message: I want to give a shout out to my homies, a word to everyone... and a special thanks to Joe Finley for all the beer he bought me. I’ll get you back. T-Bone “Peter Roh, if I had someone to sub, I’d sub for you.” - Joe Linehan Robert Lyman Tibbals Centennial, Colorado Favorite Academy Memory: Soccer trips, all of the great friendships I have made, pretending to be Jovi. Future Plans: Work for a few years, then law school and business school Twenty Years From Now...: I will look back and be proud of my accomplishments. Final Message: Mom, Dad, Lauren, and Geoff - you guys are the best. Thanks for all your love and support over the last four years. Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Soccer Officer Billets: CHBC2 Ships Sailed: USNS Denebola, SS Guyama, SS Humacao, MV Seabulk Challenge, USNS Yukon, MV Sealand Defender Sea Partners: Suni Sukduang, Devin Lefebure, Justin Guerrara, Matt Tomo, Jeff Reed Countries Visited: South Korea, Puerto Rico, Japan, China Internship: Absolute Logistics, LLC; Englewood, Colorado Tibbs 352 “History will be kind to me for I intend to write it.” - Winston Churchill 353 “The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather in a lack of will.” - Vince Lombardi Ocean, New Jersey Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Varsity Football Officer Billets: CN03 Ships Sailed: USNS San Jose, USNS Spica, SS Chief Gaduo, CSX Pacific, Seabulk Challenge Sea Partners: Tom Ryan and Devin Lefebvre Countries Visited: Hong Kong, China, Japan, Guam, Taiwan, Saipan Internship: Sandy Hook Pilots Favorite Academy Memory: All the wild nights out in the city with the KP Football crew, cup night. Future Plans: Work for someone who will let me work flex-time: 2 hours at the office the rest on the beach. Twenty Years From Now...: Sitting on my beach deck overlooking the ocean with my family and friends. Final Message: Mom, Dad, Marc, and Family thanks for the support. All the KP boys, Vin, Dan, Mike, Tucch, Meade, Hoey, Kozy, Dev, Kyle, and the rest -- remember, don’t take the butcher’s advice on how to cook meat. If he knew he’d be a chef. Matthew Tomo III Dana Sue Treb Port Aransas, Texas Major: Maritime Operations and Technology Company: Fourth Company Ships Sailed: M V 1st LT Baldomero Lopez, M V President Kennedy, USCGC Polar Star Sea Partners: Melannie Lovercheck, Lucas Johnson Countries Visited: Panama, Saipan, Guam, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, Antarctica, Chile, Peru, Mexico Internship: USCG Aviation Training Center Favorite Academy Memory: Road Trips, Living with Maggie, Chocolate, The Smokestack, Chinese New Years Final Message: To My Family: Without your love and support, dedication, sympathy and harrassment, I would never have made it this far. All my love. To Friends: You have been a constant strength and relief. Thank you for always being there. Sei |)l 3i Co til: “Sail the main course in a simple sturdy craft, keep her well stocked with short stories and long laughs Go fast enough to get there but slow enough to see. Moderation seems to be the key” Packard Ceccarelli Trent Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: KP Baseball Officer Billets: 4PC3 Ships Sailed: CSX Challenger, Major Stephen W. Pless, SS Cason J Calloway, SS Lurline Sea Partners: Vallerie Busch, Will Hibbard, Tom Ginavan, and Chris Van DeVenter Countries Visited: Greece, Spain, and Italy Internship: Excell Marine Corporation Favorite Academy Memory: Walking across the stage on Graduation Day and the friendships that I made at the Academy. Future Plans: Try to find a girl as dirty as I am to settle down with and more than likely the Navy. Twenty Years From Now...: Still trying to find a girl as dirty as I am to settle down with. Final Message: To my parents, brothers, and sisters -1 love you all and without your love I could not have made it. To my friends, thanks for getting me through this place. Hopefully, the good time together will never end. Thanks again and I love you all. Fairmont, West Virginia Pack “Let us never take for granted the time we spend in one another’s presence... each moment is a blessing, and we should approach it that way.” - Matthew Thomas Klotzbach 355 “Its time to move on, its time to get going, what lies ahead I have no way of knowing. - Tom Petty Daniel James Tripp Babylon, New York Major: Marine Operations and Technology Company: Band Company Officer Billets: CNOB, CHBCB Ships Sailed: Sealand Voyager, Matson Lihue, Cape Alexander, Sealand Newark Bay, and HMI Petrochem, Sea Partners: Dave Anderson and Fred Lafemina Countries Visited: Panama, Germany, England, Holland, Japan, China, South Korea, Mexico, Bahamas j,0 Internship: U.S. Coast Guard, Fire Island, NY Favorite Academy Memory: Any time I left campus. Future Plans: Only the future will tell. I Twenty Years From Now...: Retired! Final Message: To all the friends I have made here, I will miss you all. To mom and dad, thanks for putting up with me. Trippy 356 Trevor Joseph Trongard Minneapolis, Minnesota Major: Marine Engineering Systems, Naval Arch, minor Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Power Squadron, Human-Powered Submarine Competition Officer Billets: CXI Ships Sailed: Sealand Motivator Sealand Atlantic, CSX Kodiak, Paul R. Tregurtha Sea Partners: Justin Heuer and Dalton Stupack Countries Visited: Spain, Malta, Italy, Germany, England, Holland Internship: Quali Tech Environmental Favorite Academy Memory: OC Crew Labor Day Weekend and College Park trip. You can never be replaced. Future Plans: Contract engineer leading to my own business. Twenty Years From Now...: Enjoying what I do. Final Message: “I would like to thank all those who helped me to become the person that I am today. Alone, I could never have accomplished so much with so little.” “A desire to be in charge of our own lives, a need for control, is born in each of us. It is essential to our mental health, and our success, that we take control.” 357 Timberly Joy Turner Daphne, Alabama Favorite Academy Memory: SDI1 mistaking me for a plebe during Officer Training, rooming with Melannie, sailing trips, sea year with Janna, and Ring Dance Future Plans: Graduate school fly helicopters, see the world, and live life. Twenty Years From Now...: Somewhere Final Message: Mom, Papa, Scott, Christy, and John - Thank you for always being there for me and for all of your encouragement and support; to my closest buddies - it wouldn’t have been the same without you. Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 1st Company Clubs Activities Sports: Dinghy Team Officer Billets: BX1, RDCO Ships Sailed: USNS Capella, SS Lihue, USNS John Lenthall, MS Faust, MV Cape Douglas Sea Partners: Al Giordano, Janna Ott, John Doyle, Ed Ferrel Doug Hopper, Jake Lerner, and Janis Kukanis Countries Visited: Germany, England, France, Belgium, Holland, Greece, Italy, Egypt, United Arab Emirates Internship: Naval Test Wing Atlantic, Lott Shipping Agency Tim, Timmy You can make your life what you want it to be through belief in God and in yourself.” - Norman Vincent Peale “What matters most is how you see yourself.” I (Yl H Hlr � vt tk- Casey B. Tyrrell White Hall, Maryland Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Crew, Auto Club, Alpine Adventure Club Officer Billets: 3PC3 Ships Sailed: MV Endeavor, SS CAPT H.A. Downing, MV Maersk Tennessee, MV President Kennedy Sea Partners: Bryan Ruiz, Ben Ostroff, Max Rosenberg, Melannie Lovercheck Countries Visited: Spain, Italy, Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Singapore, Japan, China, Taiwan, Panama, Columbia, Peru, Chile, Ecuador, Puerto Rico Favorite Academy Memory: KP burnout contest snownuts at KPHS, Trailer Wars, all the good times. Future Plans: Explore the country in the comfort and style of a 1983 Winnebago. Twenty Years From Now...: Livin’ in a van down by the river and driving in a primered hot rod to work. Final Message: It is the close family and friends that have brought me this far and help me realize who I am. Words will never be enough. Dorothy, Timmy, and Amelia: wish you were here... Big Block f' ' II ’ “Roll with the punches and take things as they come. Never tell yourself NO’. Train hard, row hard, play hard, and always impress the ladies.” 359 Benay Umstead Of Alexandria, Virginia Favorite Academy Memory: Graduation! Future Plans: Air Force Twenty Years From Now...: Either still in the Air Force, CEO of Cherokee Consulting, Governor of Virginia, or chillin on a beach... no matter which I’ll be living life to the fullest and enjoying every precious breath. Final Message: Everybody wants to go to heaven, but nobody wants to die. I’ll live my life so that when my time comes everyone will know that I was content with my life from the beginning. Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Rugby BKPA, 345 Club Officer Billets: 4PC1 Ships Sailed: MV Mayaquez, MV Carolina, USS Enterprise, CSX Hawaii, USS Truman, CSX Discovery Sea Partners: Mike McGovern and David German Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, Portugal, Spain, Malta, Greece, Isreal, Egypt, Japan, China, Taiwan Internship: IOMMP Umpty, Fleet Admiral, Corey the Conman “Live as if there were no tomorrow, pray for forgiveness, and always be true to yourself. To my brothers in the struggle, we will meet again...” 360 a Graig Andrew Van Lenten % fcs h Middletown, New Jersey V r v Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Officer Billets: RWTC, RIO Ships Sailed: MV Endurance, USNS 2nd LT John R Bobo, USNS Samuel L. Cobb, and MV Tellus Sea Partners: Justin Van Tries, Casey Dexter, Ben Earnest, Dave Saville, Pete Syntax Countries Visited: England, Canary Islands, Madeira, Spain, Morrocco, Marshall Islands, Italy, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, France, Germany, Belgium Internship: NOAA Favorite Academy Memory: Meeting President Clinton in the airport flying home from one of my ships. Future Plans: Work! Twenty Years From Now...: Financially comfortable, married with kids, and finally not regretting coming to Kings Point. Final Message: In the words of the Grateful Dead - “What a long strange trip it’s been!” “When my time on earth is gone and my activities here are past, you can bury me upside down and my critics can kiss my butt.” - Bobby Knight 361 I Justin D. Van Tries The Colony, Texas Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Track Field Officer Billets: BLOG2, CT03 Ships Sailed: MV Endurance, MV 2nd LT John P. Bobo, MV Samuel L. Cobb, and MV Seabulk Trader Sea Partner: Graig Van Lenten Countries Visited: England, Spain, Canary Islands, Italy, Turkey, Island of Maderia, and Marshall Islands Internship: Northrop Grumman Newport News Favorite Academy Memory: 200 Nights New Years Eve on the Island of Maderia. Future Plans: Sail and get a Chiefs license, get a master’s degree, race motorcycles. Twenty Years From Now...: Something unexpected! Final Message: I’d like to thank my parents, Nina, Brooke, Jesse, Krista, Mack and even Dallas, along with all my friends I’ve made here. Without your support and faith in me I would not have made it through this place. Cm flu M I Off is A i Oc ( Ka ml t Sc “If it jams, force it. If it breaks, it needed replacing anyway.” - Murphy’s Law Samuel Owen Vaughn Boise, Idaho Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: Band Company Clubs Activities Sports: Regimental Band, Yearbook, and Sea Year Enhancement Group Officer Billets: Regimental Senior Watch Officer, Band Company Fitness Officer Ships Sailed: MV Endeavor, MT Overseas Boston, and MV President Grant Sea Partner: Kristin Dridge Countries Visited: China, South Korea, Japan, Spain, Italy, Egypt, Israel, Turkey Internship: Matson Navigation Company, Inc. Headquarters, San Francisco Favorite Academy Memory: Anything relating to Sea Year; Ring Dance. Future Plans: Tankerman in the West Coast crude oil trade. Twenty Years From Now...: A beautiful house on Lake Tahoe, a job I look forward to each day and enough money to survive on. Final Message: I hope this Academy will someday find its true identity. One that is not overshadowed by the Marine Corps, the Navy, or the Coast Guard but held steadfast in the traditions of the deep blue sea and the mighty merchant ship. To all my fellow classmates who pursue a career in the maritime industry, I wish you good luck, fair winds, and following seas. Sam, Sammy, Samo $ilMi “The cure for anything is salt water - sweat, tears, or the sea.” 363 Alay, Ayz Aileen Bringas Villano Sacramento, California Major: Marine Engineering Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: SAAM, BKPA, Women’s Volleyball and Softball Officer Billets: CA04 Ships Sailed: APL Singapore, USNS Walter S. Diehl, and CSX Consumer Sea Partners: Han Nah Kim, Michelle Stark, Colin Campbell, and Matt Schilling Internship: Qualimetrics, Inc. Countries Visited: China, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand Future Plans: Travel the world... Living life to its fullest... Anywhere but here! Final Message: Through the happiness, joy and sadness, I wouldn’t have gotten by without those few true friends who will always be in my heart. Thank you for being there. DBP Forever! ' r 364 “To accomplish great things we must not only act, but also dream, not only plan but also believe.” - Anatole France Major: Marine Engineering Systems Company: 2nd Company Ships Sailed: MV Green Dale, SS RFC Eugene A. Ovregon, MV Merlin, SS CSX Hawaii Sea Partners: Matthew Burns and Matthew McDaniel Countries Visited: Greece, Spain, Panama, Korea, Japan, Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa Internship: Alliance Power Inc., Denver, CO Benjamin Charles Wagner Somers, New York Favorite Academy Memory: The drunken blur that was sophmore year. Future Plans: Become independantly wealthy and find the right girl. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired and rich somewhere beautiful and far away. Final Message: Thank you and God Bless! “It is only the heart that one can see rightly. What is essential is invisible to the eye.” - Antoine de Saint-Exupery 365 WalterDonaldHenry Wagner Annapolis, Maryland Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Football Sac Pack, Pumping Iron, Track, 5:30 club Officer Billets: Room Captain Petty Officer, Assistant Table Captain Ships Sailed: USNS Concord, SS Lurline, SS Fredricksburg, USNS Shugart, M V Endurance Sea Partners: Alan Halsey, Bobby Attkins, Will Felch Internship: Pacific Cargoes International Brokerage Countries Visited: Italy, Cyprus, Israel, Andorra, Portugal, Japan, Hong Kong, China, South Korea, Panama Favorite Academy Memory: Cigar in mouth, beer in hand, diploma in lap leaving KP. Future Plans: Making dreams, achieving them, and helping others achieve theirs. Twenty Years From Now...: The world will know Walter Wagner! Final Message: To my friends, family, and Dara, thanks for everything, I couldn’t have done it without you. A man makes mistakes but a fool repeats them. I will always make mistakes, but I will always learn. Hollywood, Wally, Squallace, Big Walt, Wags, Wally World 366 “Half of getting what you want is knowing what you have to give up to get it.” “If you don’t try something great then you have already failed” ’’Dream, Strive, and Achieve” - W.W. Derek Walsh 0 Whitman, Massachusetts Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 3rd Company Clubs Activities Sports: 340 Team Officer Billets: 3PC2 Ships Sailed: MV Kennedy, USNS Niagra Falls, MV Achiever, and MV Liberty Grace Sea Partners: Jeff Nicholson, RJ Lyons, John Feminia, and Jeff Reed Countries Visited: Australia, Guam, Japan, East Timor, Siapan, Taiwan, Germany, Netherlands, England Internship: Detyens Shipyard Inc. Favorite Academy Memory: The SNAME convention. Future Plans: Keep the good friends I have. Twenty Years From Now...: Have my own talk show, chain of laundramats, and super cool wife and kids. Final Message: Honestly... Words can’t describe how much fun I have had over the last 4 years. “Its easy to sit there and say you’d like to have more money. And I guess that’s what I like about it. It’s Easy. Just sitting there, rocking back and forth, wanting that money.” 367 Nicholas L. Watts Thomasville, Georgia Favorite Academy Memory: The Spring Break Lacrosse trips, beating Roanoke, all the pub crawls, chillen’ at Bill Smith’s house, trips to Baltimore, the Rolling Stones Concert, marching on Navy vs. Army game, and Guam! Future Plans: Sail and eventually become a harbor pilot. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired, playing golf, and drinking margaritas somewhere warm. Final Message: To my Mom, Dad, Jennifer, and all my friends from the KP, I couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you so much for all your support. Good luck to everyone: I’ll see ya out there on the high seas! Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Lacrosse, Roller Hockey, Ski Club, Photography Club Officer Billets: Regimental Pub Master, Co-Table Captain Ships Sailed: MV Sealift Merlin, MV Lykes Motivator, USNS Flint, MV James R. Barker, and USNS San Jose Sea Partners: Andrew Mascotti, PJ Silva, and Joe Finley Countries Visited: Japan, Singapore, Guam, South Korea, Diego Garcia, Belgium, England, Germany, Norway Internship: Association of Maryland Pilots Tuna, Jigga “Life is a voyage in which we choose neither vessel nor weather, but much can be done in the management of the sails and the guidence of the helm.” - Author Unknown i 368 Aaron M. Wens enioiy «se: Monte Vista, Colorado Major: Marine Engineering and Shipyard Management Company: 4th Company Clubs Activities Sports: Weightlifting, Snowboarding, Sailing, Wakeboarding Officer Billets: CX4 Ships Sailed: MV R. J. Pfeiffer, USNS Supply, Liberty Glory, USMS Samuel L. Cobb Sea Partners: Seamus Hunt, Devin Burgess, Ryan Brune, Jeff Reed, and Mike Brady Countries Visited: Puerto Rico, Mozambique, Kenya, England Internship: National Steel and Shipbuilding Company Favorite Academy Memory: 2002 Video Music Awards, 2002 National Debutante Ball, 2003 Cancun Spring Break. Future Plans: Making it big somewhere and having a good time doing it. Twenty Years From Now...: Retired, living on the beach in southern Baja, near Los Cobos, Mexico. Final Message: Thanks to my loving family for their support and thanks to my good friends who have made it through all the hard times and good times here at KP. wish every one the best. 369 “Action may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action.” - Benjamin Disraeli 370 Sang Hyun Yi Bethesda, Maryland Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Company: 2nd Company Clubs Activities Sports: Midshipman Council, Hallway Dance Party Coordinator, Motion Pictures, Tennis Officer Billets: CHRTO, Senior Class Vice President Ships Sailed: Sealand Explorer, Sealand Quality, Lykes Liberator, CSX Navigator, Cape Alexander, USS Anzio, Sealand Endurance ... yes, doing sea projects for seven ships is more fun than just doing two. Sea Partners: Doug Hopper, Mike McGovern, Danny Yun, and Stu Colie Internship: MARAD Office of Chief Counsel Litigation and Legislation Countries Visited: Japan, China, South Korea, Hong Kong, Belgium, England, Italy, Spain, Malta, Bahamas, Germany, Denmark, and Poland Favorite Academy Memory: Dance parties on the 3rd floor of Murphy Hall, then running away to CJ’s from mean people who tried to stick us. Future Plans: Sweeping the male modeling industry with my chiseled abs and stunning features. Twenty Years From Now...: Famous model turned cowboy, winning rodeos. Final Message: To my family and friends, thank you for your support and those great times. “There is definitely a very thin line between being t allsy and being stupid.” H “Living is an art, not a science. You make it up as you go along.” - Al Hirschfeld The following members of the Class of 2003 did not have their senior photos taken and failed to turn in pictures and information sheets, and thus do not have a senior page: Major: Marine Engineering Company: 2nd Company Brian Paul Shepherd Woodland Park, Colorado Major: Marine Engineering Company: 2nd Company Phillip Todd Stallings Louisburg, North Carolina Best wishes to all the members of the Class of 2003! Most Likely To Succeed... Tom Flanagan Live the longest... Michael Cardinale Become President... Jonathan Jackson Become a politician... Sang Yi Become a priest... John Edwards Become a comedian... Christopher March Soon members of the Class of 2003 will be asked for autographs, much like Vice Admiral Joseph Stewart is. Become a rock ‘n’ roll superstar... Nicholas Cappel Become a cartoon character... Melannie Lovercheck i 9 - Come to a reunion with a supermodel... Ryan Brune Sail for the rest of his life... Matthew Schilling Get thrown overboard at sea... Dan McLaughlin Blow up an engine... Ira Douglas Run a ship aground... Sean Holt Never hear from again... Brian Shepherd Go Bankrupt... Jason Bemick End up in jail... Jeff Reed Do nothing with his life... Ben Ganser Myola Martinez, Greenpeace? (As voted by the members of the Class of 2003 via email) Start a cult... Michael Hayes Start an army... Paul Sparks Start a war... Casey Benefield Earn medal of honor... Paul Sallee Join Greenpeace... Myola Martinez Nicholas Cappel, Rock ‘n’ Roll Superstar? Have one family in the U.S. and one in another country... Ben Wagner Come back to KP as a Company Officer... Patrick Arnold Become WWE World Heavyweight Champion... Tim “Tank” McLaughlin Still be found in the wardroom... Robert Parker Star in “Jackass 2” Movie... Robert Lyons Be our first millionaire... Ed Ferrel Die of scurvy... Matt Davis Open a used car lot... Ron Huff Have their own talk show... Suni Sukduang Tim “Tank” McLaughlin, Future World Wrestling Entertainment Heavyweight Champion? Complete an Ironman Triathalon... Jonathan Bess Have their body covered in tattoos... Glenn Merkel Have their wife run off with all their money... Jerry Smith Have their offspring attend USMMA... Shannon DiPietropolo Throw away their Coast Guard License... Scott Campbell Acta Non Verba Albritton, Shane Anderson, J Ashley, D Avitia, S Ballard, Bredan Bass, R Bateman, D II I Baumann, Tom Bernick, Kevin Bezeredi, Mark Brandle, R Breland, Christopher Bridgeford, Brian Brodersen, Evan Burns, Matthew Bushin, C Cepelak, G Circelli, Daniel Clark, Allen Oohen, Brett Comeaux, Russell V Condon, James Cox, F Crean, S Crespin, Jacob Friends Who Left Us 295 people have spent a part of their lives as a member of the Class of 2003. 200 graduated on June 23, 2003. 276 people reported July 10, 1999. Only 181 of those people graduated in 2003 (66%). Crowley. Andrew Cutshall. A 9 people left during the Indoctrination Period (3%). 85 people were setback or disenrolled (31%). 17 graduates of the class of 2003 began with the class of 2002. 2 graduates of the class of 2003 began with the class of 2001. Daggett, Laurie Darran, Jay Davies, Geoffrey Davis, Garrett Davis, Lorenzo Davis. Paul DeBoer, Matthieu Douthett. R Drennan, Mary Erixson, Christopher Fletcher, Neil Foster, Cameron Francis, J Frothingham, B Furtsch. J Goodale, K Graham, James Graham. Pablo Griffin, J Guest, Matthew Gurski, Paul Indicates midshipmen who have been setback into the class of 2004 or 2005 Hamby, Michael Heuer, Justin Hiltz, Gorden Hopper, Clinton Houghton. Kristopher Labrato, Adam LaFond, Gerard Lauer, Jonathan Little, Sean Lopez. Lydia Makarewicz, Edward Maynard, Henry Mazurek. Brett McKune, Austin Meirick, C Melton, Christopher Mercurio, Christopher Miller, K Morrison, Eaven Mouton, Zachary O’Connor, Kevin These two pages show the pictures and list the names of former classmates who chose or were forced to continue on a different path than ours. They were more than just classmates, they were our friends. Some will be remembered by many, others by a few, but always at least by one. The Class of 2003 wishes the best to all of our former classmates. Parks. Michael Pickett, Eric Pines. William Radzik, Edward Rafferty, Sean Raterman, Stephan Rexha, Roland Riccelli, D Robbins, Jeffrey Roberts, C Rowland, Jason Senhouse, Adia Sharkey, Douglas Shotwell, Matthew Stattel. M Steele. Sam Thompson. Brent Tomassini. Jennifer Tyrrell, Patrick Virgil, Ryan Voight. Sasha VanDeVenter, Chris Walden, James Walker, Gary Wells. Frank Williams Jr., John Williamson, Zachary Willison, Daniel Wilson, Travis Winstead, John Wood, Harlow Woodbury. Lee 375 (Photographs with darker backgrounds indicate original members of the class of 2002) 377 Colin Michael Adler Mathew Alonse Christopher Patrick Arnold m Patrick Robert Arnold Casey Benefield Allison Christine Bennett 378 Heir 1 John Logan Bennett Jason Bemick Jonathan Bess Michael Stephen Brady Ryan David Brune Scott Edward Buchanan Jon Burnett Christopher Byrne David Byun 379 Colin Campbell Scott Campbell Nick Cappel Preston Carnahan Stephen Casapulla David Chapman Kendall Chauvin Jeremy Coatsworth Seth Cobb 380 Lindsey Coleman Stuart Colie Kevin Corrrisan W Nick DeAngelis Jarrod DeWitz Shannon DiPietropolo James Dixon Ira Douglas Eric Dresser 381 Kristin Dridge John Edwards Jared Ryan Elliot Andrew Etter Nick Fenzel Edward Ferrel 382 Joe Finley Tom Flanagan Joe Freda Jacob George Tommy Ginavan Colin Gordon Donald Gold Matthew Greusel Justin Guerrera Craig Gun dry Mike Hayes 383 Raymond J. Harmer John Hicks Melony Hildebrandt Brandon Hill Steven Hohenshelt John Brian Horn Ronald Huff Seamus Hunt Matt Hurd Jon Jackson Danny James Lucas Johnson Amber Jones Nick Kalamukos Kevin Kammeter Brian Kelley Asa Kim 385 Paul Kim Aaron Kless John Kost David Kozich JimKrantz Kevin Kreutz William Ku Devin Lefebvre Jared Leigh 386 Jacob Lemer Melannie Lovercheck Joshua Lusk John Lynch Robert Lyons Andrew McKay Chris March Myola Martinez Matthew McDaniel 387 John McFadden Mike McGovern Tim McLaughlin Glenn Joseph Merkel Chad Mickelson Steven Miemicki Thanh Nguyen JefferyNicholson Margaret Nicks 388 Kristina Nielson Colin O’ Leary Patrick O’Brien Janna Ott Jess Palker Matthew Papson Robert Parker William Payne Michael Polakow John Francis Rapacki Jeff Reed Joe Reynolds Scot Colin Rives Ryan Roach Brantley Rushing Sara Salter Paula Saucedo Carl Schmidt 390 Aaron Seesan Greg Shamitko Mike Sheahan Remi Smith Tim Smith Will Smith Jose Solorzano Paul Sparks SuniSukduang Chris Stoeckler Jake Sutliff Bert Swink Lisa Anne Taylor Christian Terrientes Robert Tibbals 392 Matthew Tomo Dana Treb Packard Trent V Daniel Tripp Trevor Trongard Timber ly Turner Corey Umstead Graig VanLenten Justin Van Tries 393 Trevor Battles Derek Walsh Nick Watts 'RO'BT'RT LTIQM 'PJA.nXZH CONGRATULATIONS!! We’ve watched you cytaw through the yexva. We’ve teen you ialute 04 a Cuh Scout, and now cm a Alidi (tip man. We’ve watched you tncdwte to a fine young, man; and know all the challenged you’ve, faced at Jlingo Point will help you in yewi futwie endeavoxi. Phe Pride we feel today ii euetlui ting--- Clll owt Hove, Atom, P)ad, Afich, Spudman and Pannex I I Congratulations Asa!!! We knew you could make it. We are very thankful for, and proud of, you, and of all your life’s accomplishments! Love, Dad, Mom, Arrin, Peony Romans 12:2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then vou will be able to test and approve that God's will is his good, pleasing and perfect will SCOTT M. CAMPBELL Dear Scott, As has often been said, “Success is a journey, not a destination.” With your graduation from Kings Point, you are poised for a wonderful journey. With all of our hearts we wish you a journey filled with adventure, discovery and success. You’ve carried on the Academy tradition and we are all proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, Catie and Your Family We gave you your roots. We gave you your wings. You have taken flight. We will always be in the front row. With the greatest pride LOVE! Mom Dad Christopher J. Byme ‘99-‘03 Gordon Daniel James “Dan the Man” Congratulations on your graduation after four challenging years at Kings Point! We are all very proud of you! If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs ... If you can meet with triumph and disaster ... If you can fill the unforgiving minute with sixty seconds ' worth of distance run, Yours is the earth and eveiything that’s in it, and - which is more - you ’ll be a man, my son! “If’ R. Kipling Onward Upward! Love, Mom, Dad, Loni, Deidre, Diana, Brent, and Grandparents David Thomas Kozich II You kicked Butt!! Love Life to the Fullest!! We’re so proud! Love, Mom Dad Dana, Johnny, the whole family Jonathan Bess Jon, Congratulations on completing your stay at USMMA! Special congratulations on getting your flight spot with the Air Force! Time has passed so quickly. It seems like yesterday that you started Crestview Elemen- tary, then Oltman and Cottage Grove Junior High and Park High. We have tremendous memories from all of your school experiences. We have always been proud of everything that you have done in your life. You have achieved many things and will undoubtedly do even greater things in the future. You have always proven that you can reach your goals through dedica- tion, hard work and persistence to achieve your best. You are everything that parents and brothers could ever hope for. Love, Mom, Dad, Jeff f)n trick We are pleased for all the academy has done for you and proud of all you have done for the academy. With love from Mom. Dad, Matt, Jill, Tim, and Dave “Some went down to the sea in ships... they saw the deeds of the LORD, his wondrous works in the deep. For he commanded, and raised the stormy wind, which lifted up the waves of the sea... he made the storm be still, and the waves of the sea were hushed.” From Psalm 107 COLIN ADLER Once again, son and brother, you succeeded in what you set out to do. You did it with hard work and dedication, yet did not compromise the integrity that makes you who you are. As you take a heading into the life you have trained for, remember that any port in a storm is a good port, but none as good as the one called home. We are very proud of you and vour achievements! Love, Mom, Dad, Sean, Casey, Kelly Congratulations! William Scott Payne We Love You! Mom, Dad, Wesley and Elizabeth CAN.LtKMJUU ROBERTS! CAPI CHARLES NEW Congratulations Christopher! We are all so proud of you! Love, Mom Dad, Joey, Katie, Matthew Lindsey Coleman NlovinQ UP ' ’ One challenge One Boat One Note At a time. Congratulations Lindsey Good Luck! Your proud family: Mom, Dad, Katie, Theresa Coleman “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1 “Now, discipline always seems painful rather than pleasant at the time, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteous- ness to those who have been trained by it.” Hebrews 12:11 “... let us run with persever- ance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfector of our faith, who for the sake of the joy that was set before him endured the cross and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:1-2 Timothy Steiner Smith With our love, respect and cheer, Mom, Dad, Chris, Michelle, Jon, Jenny, Elizabeth! Your self-confidence, determina- tion, and willingness to work hard will help you achieve whatever you set out to do. Congratulations! May God bless you and guide you every day of your life. Love, Mom, Dad, Melissa Glenn, Through the years, we have watched you grow from a fun-loving little boy who filled us with wonder and joy, to an outstanding young man who fills us with pride and love. We want you to know how proud we are of your accomplishments and successes. We hope you know how much we love you for the wonderful per- son you are. Allison Christine Bennett Class of 2003 You’ve made us proud! Love Mom. Dad Amy From that first graduation to this one you have stood strong. May you always continue to be the wonderful young woman you have become. “let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of believers in word, in conversa- tion, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity ” I Timothy 4:12 rr Jonathan Thomas Jackson Jonathan - We do not have the words to describe how proud we are of you and your achievements. We know that you will have continued success throughout your life! Love Mom Dad JT-Your name was the first name I ever spoke, which means that you are something special. Not only to me, but to all those whose lives you touch!! Every younger sister should be so lucky. Congratulations! Love,Jaemi You have been through rough times and good times. As you get older, you will realize these were the best of days, but the best is yet to come. As you walk your last march to graduate, Brian, look at who you are. You’re a bright, intelligent, and very kind young man. Brian, Four years ago you walked through the gates of Kings Point. You were our first child to go to college. We did not think we could walk away without you. But you told us to be strong and Mom don’t cry. When we turned and left, yes. Mom cried, but they were tears ofjoy. Our child was part of this great academy. Now, four years later, our young man is graduating. You have accomplished so much. When God gave you us, he sent the full package. We are very proud of you, may God always keep you in the palm of his hands. He will follow and guide you. For your future is bright. Continue to follow your values, motiva- tion, and leadership. You have worked hard for all you’re headed for. You have new goals now. YOU MADE IT! Love always, Dad, Mom, Erin, Sean, Michael and Always Bo! Pat, Congratulations on all your choices, your determination and your successes. We are very proud of you! Patrick Joseph O’Brien Two wads diverged in a wood------and I 1 took the one less traveled by, A nd that has made all the difference. -Robert Frost May the road rise to meet you May the wind be always at your back Love, Mom, Dad, Chris, Alii, Drew Tara Sean, Emma, Julia, Kellen 402 We are so proud of you Follow vour dreams... W Love and Hugs always, Mom, Dad, and Chris Congratulations!! Matthew Gene Papson From the deck of Shortwaves To the bowman of the next America’s Cup, We wish you safe harbors. Fair winds and following seas always. Congratulations Matt! You have always had the head and the hands to solve many of life’s problems. You now have the education; use it as a tool to make this world a better place. God will guide you, so listen to Him carefully. Lovingly, Mom, Dad, Marie, Lisa 1.1 belief you should obey the laws. 2.1 belief people should cooperate better. 3.1 belief people should give and not take. 4.1 belief that you should go to school. 5.1 belief that people should help each other more often. 6.1 belief in other people. 7.1 belief in God 8.1 belief that people should have fun. 9.1 belief that I should trust people. 10.1 belief that people should not be mean. 11.1 belief that people shouldn't kill. 12.1 belief that people should eat more fruit. 13.1 belief that people should care more. 14.1 belief that people should get their work done. 15.1 belief that I should listen to other people. 16.1 belief that parents should care for their children. 17.1 belief that people should be free. 18.1 belief that families should spend more time with each other. 19.1 belief that people should read more. 20.1 belief people should pay more attention in school 21.1 belief in myself. 22.1 belief in my work. 23.1 belief that everybody should be challenged. 24.1 belief that people should do their best. 25.1 belief that people shouldn't tease other people. Written by Trevor Joseph Trongard October 1991 Trevor, you knew then what takes some people a lifetime. Believe in God, life, and yourself, and you will find a purpose for your life far grander and more significant than perhaps you may have ever considered. May you look back on the past with as much pleasure as you look forward to the future. With admiration and much love, Mom xo Ronn Huff Your years at the USMMA have “flown” by and now you are SOARING with the eagles. We love you! Mom and Robb Day of Private Pilot’s License November 26, 2000 Colin Gordon Donald Gold To: Colin We are so proud of your accomplishments at the Academy. You have grown and matured through your leadership, your relationships, and the Corps. We love you always. Good luck in your future endeavors. Love, Mom, Dad, Brian Semper Fi Congratulations J.D.!! Grandpa Hoover, Uncle Chuck, and Grandma Nina would be so proud of you - just as we are. Smooth sailing Love, Mom, Dad, Nina Apply the knowledge you have acquired from the Academy towards the future and make your dreams come true. We Love You, Mom, Dad, Jamie, Chris, and Marv 7 % Michael, From the moment you were bom, we knew you were special. We were blessed with a wonderful son. You’ve grown into an intelligent, caring person that we’re very proud of. A A A 404 Your dreams Follow your dreams Let them take you away Let them guide and enlighten you Each step of the way Embrace them, cherish them And watch them grow Work through life's mysteries Ebb and flow Think of your dreams often And what you must do So that every one of them Will come true Focus on your dream And not the things in your way And your load will be lighter Than it was yesterday Want to win, prepare to win Expect to win too. Don’t let adversity Get the best of you If you plan your work And work your plan Your dreams will come true Time and again Believe in the magic Don't wish it away Sacrifice for your dreams Each and every day Dreams come true For those who follow through! Copyright 1998 Darrel L. Rundus, II Jacob Alan Lerner May the path of your dreams you have chosen to follow be paved with integrity, character, happiness, success, love. We are so proud of you and your accomplishments. Words alone cannot describe the depth of love joy you have brought your entire family. Jacob, thank you for being a great son. We will always be there every step of the way with our unconditional love and understanding. CONGRATULATIONS Love from your proud family, Mom, Kevin, Katie, Ashley, Lauren, Corey, Dave, Grandma Grandpa B. Devin Lefebvre Now is the time for you to celebrate ... the accomplishment of a dream you have worked so hard to realize. You have shown so many people how special you are. In everyone’s life there are moments of pride and accomplishment that are remembered forever. Through the years, you have set goals and met each challenge with enough courage and deter- mination to overcome the many challenges that you’ve encountered along the way. To fulfill your dream you’ve made some trade-offs. You have traded off popularity for excellence, And short-term pleasure for long-term fulfillment. God Bless, All Our Love Mom and Dad William Smith It seemed like an eternity, that sunny day in July, but how quickly it passed. Your graduation fills our hearts with pride not only because of the fine job you have done, but because of the very special person you are. Congratulations! “You’re off to Great Places. You’re off and away” Love, Mom, Dad, Becky, and Brian In Honor of the graduation of Joseph A. Finley III - “03” I Tomorrow is the most important I I thing in life. It comes into us at mid- I I night very clean. It’s perfect when it I I arrives and puts itself in our hands. It I I hopes we’ve learned something from I I yesterday. I I___________________-John Wayne___________I Congratulations and continued success on your future journey. We are so very proud of you! All our love and prayers Dad, Cathy, Jeannine, and Julianne w Justin Walter Guerrera i 4 Congratulations to you and the Class of 2003 We are so very proud of you! We wish you continued health, happiness, and success. We love you. Love, Mom, Dad, Christopher, Christine, Sharon, Mike and families 407 Congratulations Jared Ryan Elliott! Your day has come at last! You have always amazed us with your ability to set goals, work hard, and see those goals come to fruition. One more goal met. We know that whatever you set your mind to you will accomplish. No one will ever be as proud of a son as we are of you! Or as thankful that God chose us to have the joy of raising you! It has been our privilege to experience these years with you, they have been the happiest of our lives. “Success is not found in what you have achieved, but rather in who you have become. ” I Mom, Dad, Katie Dear Mike, Congratulations and good luck! We’re very proud of you. Love, Dad, Mom Matt Aloha Jeffrey! %J Congratulations on a job well done! Your spirit of hard work, determination, humor, persistence, and focus has made us all very proud of your accomplish- ments. You have earned many options for your success. The time seems short since high-school gradua- tion, but your knowledge and strength has grown evennore and given strength and wisdom to others. This is your day and we love and respect you for your achievement. We all wish you the best as your journey begins. Love from your Ohana - Mom, Daryl, Zach, Sari, John, Dad, Teri, Allison, Tom and Kelly John McFadden Congratulations! You have made us proud! Dad Mom Joshua Lusk “You’re still in the driver’s seat!” “Exceptional people can do extraordinary things” Love and support always, Mom and Dad Congratulations to the Class of 2003! Midshipman John Logan Bennett Band Company Class of 2003 Congratulations!! Our Dear Logan, “You’ve come a long way Baby” but don’t stop now and always remember, “The truly educated never graduate.” We are so proud of you!! We love you!! September 1999 Plebe Year Love, Daddy, Mont a, Brandy 409 Michael S. Brady Class of 2003 Your love of the game brought you to Kings Point. Acta Non Verba ... “Actions Not Words” is the path you have chosen. Your entire family is very proud of you! Congratulations! All our love, Mom Dad Kate “Go Blue” Craig Gundrv We are so proud of what you have accomplished. You have truly met all of our expectations as a student and a son. We love you very much! Grandma would be proud. Love Congratulations Mom, Dad, Devon The Van Lenten Top Ten Kings Point Memories The way K.P.... 10. Can make any holiday dreary during sea year (missing you on Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter). 9. Can elicit shear panic in N.Y.C. traffic enroute back to campus at 6 p.m. Sunday during plebe year 8. Taught us how to return to campus via 18 different routes under any kind of N.Y.C. traffic situation 7. Taught us how to run a cadet dating service for all those school formals with your sister, your cousin, and their friends 6. Doles out extremely motivational P.T. to plebes after parents drive 1 lA hours to attend Sunday church services with them 5. Honed our computer skills by forcing us to communicate solely via the internet 4. Showed us all the similarities and differences between the casinos in A.C. and the rest of the world during those weekend visits home with all those well-traveled cadets 3. Introduced us to the fine dining experience of Delano Hall during Acceptance Weekend 2. Gave us one of our most memorable family vacations to Portugal. Spain, Gibraltar, and Morocco during sea year 1. Will bring tears of pride and joy to our eyes as we watch you accept your diploma on Graduation Day!!!! Congratulations Graig... our son. brother and uncle FROM all of US. John W. Lynch You should be as proud of your accomplish- ments as we are of you. Your persistence and hard work have enabled you to achieve yet another goal in your life. It is our hope that you enjoy fair weather and smooth sailing in all of your endeavors, keeping a warm sun in your face c and a gentle breeze at your back. Always remember that we will be there to support you! Congratulations and all of our Love, Mom, Dad, and George Casey Benefield Son, you did it and you did it well!! Congratu- lations from your very proud parents. Mom Dad Congratulations Joe! You have sailed your course from young man to merchant mariner. We are so proud of you and see more adventures on the horizon. “Fair winds and following seas” Love, Mom, Dad, Gaylvn and Rob Nick DeAngelis - 03 1st Company We love you, Mom, Gina and Tory These four years that seemed like eternity to you, have flown by for us. We are so proud of you and your accom- plishments. But, the proudest person, your Dad, won’t be here to share your special day. Dad’s spirit not only lives in you, but he has given you the strength to carry on. Know that your family will always love and support you. Find happiness in your career and your life with Joanie. Thanks for the adventure and experiences. The ride has been awesome. There are not enough words to convey how proud we are of your accomplishments, attitude and the young man you have become. Remember always how much you are loved by your family. Congratulations Matthew R. Davis “May you always have warm winds at your back and friendly passage ways in pursuit of your dreams. ” ’ 3v Love, Dad and Sue Congratulations Nick! We are so very proud of you and your choice to attend and now graduate from Kings Point. Remember God got you there and He has kept you there. Keep God first in your life and allow Him to lead you in all your future choices. “Only one life t ’will soon be past. Only what s done for Christ will last ” -Unknown WE LOVE YOU!! Dad, Mom, Jon ’04, Melanie, Rachel “There are high spots in our lives, and most of them come about through the encouragement from someone else.” -George Adams Our heartfelt thanks to the Administration, Faculty, Staff and Alumni of the United States Merchant Marine Academy and especially The Regimental Officers and Regiment of Midshipmen of the Classes of2003, 2002, 2001, and 2000for the support, encouragement and example you have given to our Son, John Francis Rapacki John and Christine Rapacki And Brother Adam “Little Rapacki” KP Class of2006 r- . i a 4 Congratulations Corey Benay Umstead Class of 2003 May God grant you the serenity to accept the things you cannot change . . . Courage to change the things you can . . . And the wisdom to know the difference. We are so proud of you, All our love, Dad, Mom, Carla, April and Chany Dear David, Congratulations! We are so proud of your accomplishments! God has given you success thus far; He will continue to guide you to do great things. With much love and support, Dad, Mom, and Noonz “For I know the plans I have for you, ” declares the Lord, “Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. ” Jeremiah 29:11 Greg Shamitko The world awaits you; fulfill your dreams Mom, Dad Tasha “Keep true to the dreams of thy youth. ” J. Von Schiller Matthew, You’ve exceeded all of our dreams. Love, Mom Jay Timberly Turner in I Follow your dreams! We love you! Mom, Scott, Christy Steven Richard Hohenshelt CONGRATULATIONS, you did it! We are very proud of all that you have accomplished over the past 23 years. It seems like only yesterday we were awaiting your arrival at Danbury Hospital. These last four years at Kings Point you have really achieved a lot in school, as well as on the football and track field. For these achievements you too should be very proud. You have given us a few sleepless nights and scares over the years, but with your sheepish grin, smile, level headed thinking, and great friendships you have attained, you usually manage to stay out of trouble. We hope you continue to use your talents in your future journeys and travel. Here is to continued success and happiness in the future. May all your dreams come true. We will miss you w hen you’re traveling and love you very much. Mom, Dad, Stewart, Daisy 414 Jeremy D. Coatsworth Congratulations on all of ijour LAccoinplisfintents and LA cft icveincnts ovct the last four gears. yburjnture un(f be bright, non have charted gour' course and n are jtrcnid of ijon son. “AKHth all of our Cove - (Dad, Odom andJosh Andy (Andrew) Mackay What a blessing you have been in our lives. We are proud of you and your accomplishments. Always keep God first in your life. Sail on! We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm anti secure. Hebrews 6:19 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed. Proverbs 16:3 God Bless You! Love, Dad, Mom, Matt, Lisa, Rachel Nicholas Leo Watts Congratulations You’re on a journey You’re not sure where For you cannot see Beyond the horizon over there Although you may have Stormy weather or calm seas You will be prepared To conquer all the unforeseen We are all so very proud of you. You have well exceeded our expectations and have established a very bright future for yourself. Keep your goals and standards set high as you navigate your dreams. May God steer you well! We love you very much Nick. Dad, Mom, and Jen Myola - an aborigine word meaning “dawn of day” Myola, The steps $ that you will ' take to receive your diploma began partly with your father, 55 years ago, in a remote, steamy, dark and dangerous river crossing in Texas. Your four-year-old father was carried by his father in a tight grip and spoke only in hushed, guarded whispers as he guided his wife and eight children across a river boundary. A boundary that separated a life of hope from a life of despair. The hope of an education, acceptance, and Myola’s postcard home from Indoc - “Hi Everyone! I just have a few seconds to tell you I’m fine and am still alive Tired yes, but I’ll make it, don’t worry.” Myola, You made it just as you said you would. Now you are off to the Coast Guard to be one of our country’s guardian angels. God bless you and keep you. May God’s face shine upon you and give you peace. I love you. “bunches and bunches with a big kiss on the forehead” Mom Myola’s Birth Announcement August 7, 1980 - “The cosmic wonders of life have once again resounded to the cry of ‘I Am,’ and love and joy have reasserted themselves in creation” Live your dreams! We are so proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, Lauren, and Geoff Robert Lyman Tibbals III Top 10 things we love about Rob: 10. Love of animals-all the snakes, toads, lizards, and gerbilsyou had for pets and all your stuffed animals. Three words: “I need kitty.” 9. Hair - remember the lady who said your hair looked like “spun gold,” the man who said you must have stayed out in the rain too long and you got rusty, and those Kings Point barbers! 8. Imagination - all the hours spent pretending to be “He-Man, Master of the Universe.” 7. Sharing - remember Rafifi, “It's mine, but you can have some, with you I like to share it...” 6. Appreciation of life’s finest - especially watches 5. Loyalty - from Homestead kindergarten friends to Kings Point Soccer Team 4. Sense of humor - the many things you say, write, and do that keep us smiling 3. Pride - like the way those “choker whites” look 2. Determination - always ready to take on a challenge to be the best you can be, whether it be academics or athletics 1. Intelligence - book smarts and street smarts - from riding the subways in Manhattan to running the streets of San Juan Raymond Harmer Those who go down to the sea in ships, Who do business on great waters, They see the works of the Lord, And His wonders in the deep . . . Vincent D’Eusanio Dear Vincent, No parents could ever be prouder of the man you have become. You excelled in all you have done in Kings Point and we hope you do the same in the future. So He guides them to their desired haven. Oh, that men would give thanks to the Lord Tor His goodness . . . Psalm 107 : v23ff We pause to give thanks CONGRATULATIONS Your loving family and friends God bless you on your journeys and wherever your dreams take you, may you always remember the way home!!! Congratulations! Love Always, Mom, Dad, Danielle and Jaime First Class Honorary: Bert Swink The world makes way for a man who knows where he is going. If the LORD be with you, who can dare stand against you? Bert, we are so thankful to God and proud of all your accomplishments at KP! Congratulations! Now, by putting into practice: plotting, patience and perseverance, plan your professional position with the Lord always as your pilot. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares theLord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11) “Stand firm and hold to the traditions you were taught,...” (II Thessalonians 2:15) and God will surely rain his blessings down upon you! Dad, Mom, David Chris Fair winds and following seas... We Love You! Carl, Success is a Journey not a Destination Good Luck on your Journey Love, Dad, Mom, Christine, Michelle Nick Congratulations Capster! We’re very proud of you. Keep belting out those songs as you face life’s challenges. Love, Mom, Dad, Steve, and Marisa 418 CHRISTOPHER A. MARCH “CHRIS” “Nobody knows what a boy is worth and the world must wait and see; for every man in an honored place is a boy that used to be. ’’Anonymous We love you. Mom, Dad, Liz, Jeff, Rick and Shellie You MARCHed into our lives With a smile on your face, and You continue to share your delightful stories, theories and humor With us and with your friends. As you have grown, we have grown. The last four years have been a challenge, but You have gained maturity, a great education. Strength, experiences beyond your expectations. And friends for a lifetime. We are excited for you as you begin the next Phase of your life. Our world has changed Since 9-11 and that will be an indelible memory For all members of the Academy family. Our freedom has been threat- ened and we are faced with an unknown future. What we know to be real is that you are a gift, totally shared BY us and your friends. Joey, Words cannot express how your mother, sisters and I feel for you. You have weathered your first major storm and dedicated yourself to a successful completion in your craft. I or iu You have always been a pusher, I pray at times you do not push yourself too hard. Our family could not be any prouder of you because you are a wonderful, caring brother and son. When we think about you our hearts are full. We love you very much and wish you all the best. Fair Winds and following seas. Love the FAM The Yearbook Staff would also like to extend words of encouragement to the Class of 2003 as they make their way in the world. To those seniors on the staff: Remi Smith, Maggie Nicks, Shannon DiPietropolo, Sam Vaughn, Chris Byrne, Jess Palker, Arthur Cunanan, Amber Jones, Michelle Starks, and Jamie Miller, we couldn' t have had a better year without you. Thank you! ! 419 ©2003 TIMEX CORP. Marine intelligence Raymarine. Complete integrated navigation systems. 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Delaney, Jr. '74 www.mopslicenseins.com CASCADE GENERAL PORTLAND SHIPYARD 5555 North Channel Avenue • Portland, Oregon USA 97217 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2003 Cascade General operates Portland Shipyard, a complete ship repair and industrial facility. We provide full-service repairs and conversion for tankers, bulk carriers, container ships, government vessels, tugs, barges and workboats. Our facility includes a 96- acre (38.8 ha) yard, 550,000 square feet (51,096 square meters) of craft shops, more that 7,600 ft. (2,326 meters) of full-service repair berths, and two floating dry docks. Cascade General also provides emergency topside repairs at any location on the West Coast. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We Celebrate Your Success. 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Marine Energy www.marsh.com me 44 444 439 UASC Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Class of2003! 511 South Avenue Cranford, New Jersey 07016 Phone 908-272-0050 Fax 908-272-9221 Web: UASC.COM.KW E-mail: UASCGEN@UASC-SAG.COM f o SOUTHWEST SHIPYARD, L.P. • Repair • Cleaning • Steaming • Gas Freeing • Conversions L.P.G Flaring • Sandblasting Waste Water • Painting • Treatment ISO-9002 Certified (281) 860-3200 FAX (281)860-3216 18310 Market Street • Channel view TX 77530 Located In the Houston Area At The Intersection of I-10 East And The San Jacinto River SALUTE P O Ports salutes the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy’s Class Of 2003! P O Ports North America, Inc. 99 Wood Avenue South Iselin, New Jersey 08830 (732) 603-2630 Operations in ports on the U.S. Atlantic Gulf Coasts www.poportsna.com P Ol Ports ’’GOOD LUCK TO THE CLASS OF 2003 FAIR WINDS FOLLOWING SEAS” (Bay Container (Repairs ofSC.J., Inc. Complete Container Service James F. 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Graduating Graduates Felix Nodar- President 326-328 FRONT STREET • STATEN ISLAND, NY 10304 (718) 720-5522 • Fax: (718) 273-6942 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 8730 Stony Point Parkway 100, Richmond, YA 23235 (804) 935-3100 440 L Liberty Maritime Corporation Salutes The United States Merchant Marine Academy Class of 2003 Congratulations On All of Your Achievements And Best of Luck In All Your Future Endeavors Suite 200 1979 Marcus Avenue Lake Success, New York CHARTING A COURSE FOR SUCCESS! DETERMINED EXPERIENCED COMMITTED PREPARED PENTAGON PUBLISHING, INC. (800) 795-7696 www.pentagon-usa.com email: info@pentagon-usa.com x 441 E-SHIPS, Inc. We Congratulate the 2003 One Whitehall Street 14th Floor New York, NY 10004 (212) 440-4868 0GLEBAY NORTON MARINE SERVICES COMPANY J r (216) 861-8700 1301 East Ninth Street Suite 3737 Cleveland, Ohio 44114-1800 NATIONAL MARINE SURVEYING, CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION. SERVICES AT ALL U.S. PORTS. VINC. 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Nuclear Radiation Measurement Solutions TSA Systems, Ltd. 14320 Longs Peak Court Longmont, CO 80504, USA Phone: 970.535.9949 Fax: 800.508.0083 We take it personally Congratulations Class of 2003 from OOCL (USA) Inc. Headquarters Office 2633 Camino Ramon, Suite 400 San Ramon, CA 94583 (925) 358-OOCL (6625) www.oocl.com QUCHAMAIM MARINE £ Buchanan Marine, L.P. 39 Ferry Street New Haven, CT 06513 Phone: (203) 466-0484 Fax: (203) 466-3802 Planning and Design Solutions for Maritime Facilities Throughout the World TranSystems Corpora tion For information, contact Carolyn Pursell at ISO Boush Street, Suite lOOO, Norfolk, VA 23510 757-627-1112 if Ndiary Ti PI 442 Congratulations, USMMA Graduates! 0 Ov INTERLAKE Steamship On the Great Lakes since 1913 ISO 9002 Certified Nine self-unloading bulk cargo vessels with capacities from 21,000 to 68,000 gross tons The Interlake Steamship Company Interlake Corporate Center 4199 Kinross Lakes Parkway Richfield, Ohio 44286 Congratulations to the Class of 2003! Robert Carson '67 Peter Barton '67 Zachary Newell '94 Linda Goodnight '94 John Fitzgerald '89 Eddie Maxwell '75 MTL PETROLINK CORP. A Subsidiary of Marine Transport Corporation Telephone: (281) 580-2888 Fax: (281) 583-9477 Tlx: 6868787 4606 FM 1960 West, Suite 200 Houston, Texas 77069 petrolink@mtlpetrolink.com Telephone: (330) 659-1400 Facsimile: (330) 659-1445 CG INTERNATIONAL, INC. NAVAL ARCHITECTS - MARINE ENGIN EERS Congratulations United States Merchant Marine Academy Class of2003! 1958 Westfield Avenue Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 (908) 322-4002 443 Steer Your Own Course Your future begins today and your success hinges on the choices you make at the beginning of your career. Each member of the International Organization of Masters, Mates Pilots is backed by more than 100 years of respect and tradition in the maritime industry as they advance to the top. The MM P holds a number of vertical-manning contracts and has access to numerous engineering and other shipboard positions in addition to our licensed deck officers. This makes for limitless opportunities on the way to the top of your field of expertise. Begin steering your ow n course to success w ith the best in the industry. For more information, contact Captain James T. Hopkins at 410 850-8700 or write to the address below. TIMOTHY A. BROWN JAMES T. HOPKINS International President International Secretary-Treasurer International Organization of Masters, Mates Pilots 700 Maritime Boulevard, Linthicum Heights, MD 21090 • Tel: (410) 850 8700 • Cable: BRIDGEDECK, Washington, D.C. • Telex: 750831 GENERAL DYNAMICS American Overseas Marine ic Maritime Prepositioning Ships k Ready Reserve Force Ships k Fast Sealift Ships CADETS Support your Nation by Sailing with the I. S. Merchant Marine American Overseas Marine 116 East Howard Street, Quincy, MA 02169 (617)786-8300 Fax: (617)773-4436 Equal Opportunity Employer Best wishes for continued success! APL congratulates the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy’s 2003 graduates and salutes the Academy as it celebrates sixty years of service in the maritime industry'. As we commemorate the past and celebrate the present, we look forward to a future of continued leadership, innovation and commitment to quality and integrity. APL CAIN TUI ADVANTAGE 445 Herff Jones Account Executive Debbie Drobenak (left) teaches Kyle Fries, Libby Palker, Laura Anderson and Julie Edsall a few things about yearbooks. 446 Above: Chris Byrne's yearbook experince will no doubt come in handy in the U.S. Air Force. Top right photo: Jess Palker proved to be a most valuable yearbook staffer — not only a senior section editor, but a crack photographer as well. Bottom right: Maritime Administrator Capt. William Schubert (left) congratulates Jamie Miller for her fine work on the yearbook's Midshipman Life Section. Lawrence Academics YEARBOOK STAFF 2003 MIDSHIPS Editors-In-Chief Margaret Nicks '03 Remi Smith '03 Advisor Martin P. Skrocki Layout Editor Sam Vaughn ‘03 Senior Section Shannon DiPietropolo '03 Jess Palker '03 Amber Jones '03 Opening Margaret Nicks '03 Remi Smith '03 Administration. Faulty Staff Martin P. Skrocki Midshipman Life Jamie Miller '03 Waterfont Julie Edsall '06 Laura Anderson '06 Sea Year Pearl Gray '05 Remi Smith '03 Sports Christopher Byrne '03 Michelle Stark '03 Elizabeth Palker '05 Clubs Activities Arthur Cunanan '03 Midshipman Officers Tucker Rodef f er '06 Underclass Kyle Fries '06 Manuel Maddox '06 Baby Pictures Daniel Humber '06 Christopher Spencer '06 Parent Advertisements Laura Anderson '06 Staff Photographers Jess Palker ’03; Christopher Byrne '03; Jon Chastek '04; Kyle Fries '06 Commercial Advertising Patrick Stansbury Pentagon Publishing Portrait Photographs Richard Rome Empire Classics Studio Herff Jones Representative Mark Mandrakos 447 Top photo: Margaret Nicks learns that being an editor-in-chief can be dirty work. Bottom photo: Remi Smith with a fine feathered friend. When we arrived at Kings . Point, we were 276 individuals. In the past 4 we have years, experienced more together than we ever experienced by ourselves. We leave iwe m HP Kings Point as a class. Fair winds and following seas, 011 iJoi 2003. Ptia Colophon Midships 2003 is the 60th edition of the yearbook of the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY. The offices of Midships are located in Land Hall on the Academy’s campus. Correspondence should be sent to: Midships, c o Yearbook Advisor, Public Information Office, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY 11024. This edition was printed by Herff Jones Yearbook Company in Gettysburg, PA. Their representative for Midships 2003 was Mark Mandrakos, and their account executive in Gettysburg was Debbie Drobenak. Student portrait photos in this edition were taken by Empire Classics Photography. 276 ist4 ave Paper stock is 100 Premier. Endsheets are Frost SCG-1 imprinted in two colors: HJ281 Navy and HJ960 Gold. The cover utilizes two separate base materials: Daniel and Matte Navy 41010. The front lid features a black and white photograph which is hand-tipped and UV laminated. All text is in Atlantic Midline font and appears in gold foil. The spine contains a gold metallay die with a Navy overtone rub, with text in gold foil. The back lid features a blind embossed symbol. The photographs in the first 16 pages received a UV coating. The binding is Smyth Sewn rounded and backed with head and footbands applied. Press run is 1,170 copies. All photography except student portraits and some sports and archival photos were shot by the Midships staff. iced Faff 32$' Layout was done primarily on a Hewlett Packard Pavilion 6470z and printed on an HP Laseijet 5. Software employed was Adobe PageMaker 6.5 and Herff Jones PageMaster. The primary fonts used throughout, though not exclusively, are Times New 449 r- 450 i! i I 451 452 9 ff