Army West Point Athletics
October 22, 2026 | Athletics
Welcome to another edition of From the Desk of the AD.
Fall is in full swing here at West Point, and there is no more beautiful time of year in the Hudson Valley. The air is crisp, the leaves are changing, and the energy across the Academy is tremendous.
It has been especially rewarding to welcome back so many of our reunion classes to West Point, culminating in a memorable Homecoming weekend and our football victory over Florida Atlantic at Michie Stadium Preserved by USAA. From the traditions of the wreath-laying ceremony to reconnecting with classmates and generations of graduates, these moments remind us of the enduring bonds that make West Point so special.
Personally, I have thoroughly enjoyed meeting graduates from across the generations, hearing their stories, learning more about the rich history and traditions of this extraordinary institution, and seeing the enthusiasm surrounding our new Academy leadership. The pride our graduates have for West Point, and their continued commitment to its mission, is truly inspiring.
And what a few weeks it has been for Army West Point Athletics! From exciting football victories to Commander-in-Chief's Cup championships, Army–Navy Stars, and outstanding performances across our programs, there is tremendous momentum throughout our department.
There is plenty to celebrate, and I wanted to share a few highlights from across our department.
ARMY FOOTBALL – BUILDING MOMENTUM
What a performance by Coach Monken and our Army Football team!
The Black Knights delivered an impressive 56–24 victory over Florida Atlantic at Michie Stadium Preserved by USAA, improving to 4–2 overall and 3–1 in American Conference play.
Quarterback Cale Hellums led the way with 195 rushing yards and five touchdowns, tying a program record. Army finished with 479 rushing yards and eight touchdowns on the ground. Army now leads the country in rushing yards per game with 333.2.
This victory followed an exciting 20–17 win over Tulane, giving our program important momentum as we continue through conference play.
Congratulations to Cale on earning American Conference Offensive Player of the Week honors and to our entire team for their continued hard work.
And thank you to our fans for another incredible atmosphere at Michie Stadium. There is nothing quite like a fall football Saturday at West Point!
COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF'S CUP CHAMPIONS – ARMY GOLF
Beat Navy. Beat Air Force. Brought home the trophy!
Congratulations to our Men's Golf program on capturing the Commander-in-Chief's Cup at historic Oakmont Country Club.
Army finished with 30.5 points over three rounds, defeating both service academy rivals to claim the program's third Commander-in-Chief's Cup championship.
What an outstanding accomplishment for our cadet-athletes and coaching staff.
Any opportunity to compete against our fellow service academies is special. Bringing home the cup makes it even better.
FOUR STRAIGHT STARS – WOMEN'S CROSS COUNTRY
Four years. Four Stars. Beat Navy!
Our Women's Cross Country team delivered another outstanding performance in Annapolis, defeating Navy 21–35 to capture its fourth consecutive Army–Navy Star.
Senior Mikayla Cheney led the way with an individual victory, while the entire team demonstrated the toughness, discipline, and competitive spirit that define Army Athletics.
This was particularly meaningful for our senior class, which became the first Army women's cross country class in 20 years to sweep all four Star competitions during its time at West Point.
An extraordinary accomplishment and a tremendous example of sustained competitive excellence.
Congratulations to our cadet-athletes and coaches!
HOCKEY – A SPECIAL RIVALRY
One of the great traditions in college hockey returned to Tate Rink as Army hosted the Royal Military College of Canada.
Our Black Knights earned their 16th consecutive victory over RMC with a 6-1 win, continuing a rivalry that represents much more than hockey.
These competitions celebrate the shared traditions of military service, leadership, camaraderie, and respect between our institutions.
It was another special evening at West Point and a reminder of the unique experiences our cadet-athletes enjoy.
HONORING OUR SENIORS – WOMEN'S SOCCER AND WOMEN'S RUGBY
Senior Day is always one of my favorite traditions in college athletics.
Recently, we had the opportunity to recognize our senior cadet-athletes from Women's Soccer and Women's Rugby.
Women's Soccer celebrated with an impressive 4–0 victory over Lafayette, while Women's Rugby delivered a record-breaking 144–0 performance against the Royal Military College of Canada.
These young women have given so much to their programs and to West Point.
What makes Senior Day particularly meaningful here is knowing that our cadet-athletes are preparing for something much greater than their final collegiate competition. They are preparing to lead soldiers and serve our Nation.
To our seniors and their families, thank you. We are incredibly proud of you and excited for what lies ahead.
SPRINT FOOTBALL – AN OUTSTANDING START
How about our Sprint Football team?!
Coach West and the Black Knights opened the season with four consecutive victories, including an important 21–12 win over Navy to secure an Army–Navy Star.
Our team followed that performance with victories over Penn and Mansfield, continuing an undefeated start to the season.
Congratulations to our cadet-athletes and coaching staff. Keep it going!
WRESTLING – MELEE AT THE MESS HALL
Only at West Point!
Our Wrestling program recently brought competition outside the traditional arena with its Melee at the Mess Hall outdoor exhibition.
What a setting for our cadet-athletes to showcase their sport and bring the energy of Army Wrestling directly to the Corps of Cadets.
I love seeing our programs think creatively about engaging our cadets, building excitement, and showcasing the extraordinary athletic talent here at West Point.
Only at #WestPoint @ArmyWP_Wres https://t.co/LnmiAuuv9N
— Tom Theodorakis (@TT_Army_AD) October 9, 2026
ONE WEST POINT. ONE MISSION.
One of the things I continue to appreciate about serving as Director of Athletics at West Point is how closely our mission is connected to the broader Academy.
Over the past several weeks, we've celebrated Homecoming and Family Weekend, welcomed generations of graduates back to their Rockbound Highland Home, and honored the proud legacies of the 7th Infantry Division and 82nd Airborne Division at our football games.
At the same time, our cadets have been preparing for Sandhurst, taking on demanding military training, and embracing new technologies that will shape the future of our Army.
These experiences are a powerful reminder that athletics is one part of a much larger mission: developing leaders of character who are prepared to lead, serve, and win.
We are proud to play our part in that mission.
THANK YOU, TEAM MRAZEK
I also want to take a moment to recognize someone who has meant so much to Army West Point Athletics and the Army A Club.
Moe Mrazek is retiring after years of dedicated service to our department and the thousands of members, donors, and supporters who make our mission possible.
Organizations like ours are built on relationships, trust, and people who genuinely care about West Point. Moe has been one of those people.
On behalf of our entire Army Athletics family, thank you, Moe, for your commitment, your service, and everything you have done to support our cadet-athletes. We wish you and your family nothing but the best in retirement.
ON THE FIELDS OF FRIENDLY STRIFE
As I often remind our staff, competitive success is one of the four pillars of our Fruits of Victory strategic plan.
Winning matters.
But how we win matters, too.
Across our 30 varsity programs, our cadet-athletes continue to demonstrate what makes West Point unique: a commitment to excellence, accountability, teamwork, and service to something greater than themselves.
Whether it's winning a Star against Navy, bringing home a championship, or representing the Academy with pride, these experiences are preparing our cadet-athletes for the responsibilities that await them as officers in the United States Army.
That is our mission. And there is no better return on our investment.
Up next on the fields of friendly strife: Click Here for the all-sports calendar.
THANK YOU
I'd ask you to continue to do what you can to support Army West Point Athletics and our cadet-athletes by:
• Planning to attend athletics events and competitions this fall – home and on the road!
• Purchasing season tickets, joining the Army A Club, and identifying a corporate partner
• Get others to do the same
Tom Theodorakis
Director of Athletics
Army West Point
Email: AthleticDirector@WestPoint.edu
X: @TT_Army_AD
