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Businesses band together over parking, AACPS sports showcase...

Naptown Scoop
October 13, 2023

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Question of the day comes from longtime Scoop reader (and occasional crabcake reviewer) Chris Perez. Who do you think tips better during the boat shows, power boaters or sailors?

Let’s get to it.

—Ryan Sneddon & Rebecca Kraybill

Roger Staubach and Paul Johnson to be honored when Navy plays Air Force

This year’s Air Force game is going to be special. You ever wondered what the 27 on Navy’s football field is? It’s for 1961 grad Joe Bellino, one of Navy’s two Heisman winners. The other is getting his number on the field next week.

Roger Staubach isn’t just Navy’s best player. He’s frequently ranked as one of the top 10 quarterbacks in history. Next Saturday against Air Force, his trademark #12 will be on the 12 yard line at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium where it will live forever.

Many other members of Navy’s legendary 1963 team will also attend for their 60th reunion.

Former coach Paul Johnson will be honored for his recent induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. He took the helm in 2022 when the Mids were coming off their worst 2-year stretch (1 win, 20 losses) in the Academy’s 123-year football history.

After going 2–10 in his first season, Johnson steered the Mids to a 43–19 record with 2 bowl wins in the next five seasons. He also crushed the other service academies. During Johnson’s tenure, Navy went 11–1 against Air Force and Army.

We scored exclusive interviews for the Navy Football Podcast with both Roger and Paul in advance of the game. Get your tickets for the Air Force game, it’s going to be a good one. In the meantime. . . Go Navy, Beat Charlotte!

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THE DIGEST

Top clicks of the week 🖱️

Monday: Condé Nast Traveler loves Annapolis
Tuesday: Epic fall photo compilation
Wednesday: Comprehensive Fall Activity Guide
Thursday: Comprehensive Fall Activity Guide

Two days in a row for the fall activities! Can we make it three?

AACPS sports showcase

Why cheer for 1 sport when you can cheer for 7 in one sitting? AACPS is bringing its first-ever County Championship Showcase to Annapolis High School. Fans can watch a bunch of events throughout the day – including cheerleading, cross country, field hockey, soccer, tennis, and volleyball. There will also be food trucks, music, and more. Tickets go on sale Saturday (10/14) and the showcase is 10/21.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

TGAPSCC2023 status report

Couple quick TGAPSCC2023 notes. If your favorite coffee shop is out of punch cards, let us know so we can restock. Shirts are on sale at Blk Ankr Originals. Sweatshirts are coming soon. The crawl ends November 3. Drink Local or Die Trying!

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things you need to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Annapolis Sailboat Show

We’re going to showboat our (updated) sailboat guide one last time. Here’s the very unofficial yet highly informative guide about what is arguably the biggest (and unarguably the best) sailboat show in the world. General Admission is Friday–Sunday and don’t worry, it’s rain or shine.

Let’s (Yacht) Rock🤘

We’ve got a fever. And the only prescription is . . . yacht rock. If you too need a cure for your ills, head to Wellness House’s Fall Yacht Rock Party. Tickets get you an open bar, food from Main & Market, a silent auction, and an unbeatable view of the Navy Stadium. Everything helps keep Wellness House’s amazing services completely free of charge. Tonight (10/13) 6–10 PM in the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium at Akerson Tower. Tickets.

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things you need to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.

CIVIL NEWS

37 businesses unite over parking

You know when you park downtown, overstay your meter, and book it back to move your car? One local bartender calls that “parking hopscotch.” And business owners say they’re sick of playing.

37 downtown businesses have teamed up to create the “Downtown Business Owners Association.” Their complaint: daily rates in garages aren’t affordable for their employees. Their solution: 24-hour, $5 parking for all downtown employees in every garage.

Some garages (including Premium Parking which operates the Hillman) are already looking into employee discount systems.

Meanwhile, Alderwoman Eleanor Tierney introduced a resolution this week to streamline the parking fee system. ($)

County Council meeting

Monday’s (10/16) County Council meeting is at 7 PM at the Arundel Center (44 Calvert Street Annapolis, MD 21401). Thanks to the County’s new website you can now view all public meetings and agendas here. Learn how to watch or submit testimony here.

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

The Final Countdown🎣

Fish For A Cure (F4AC) is an annual fishing tournament and fundraising challenge supporting the Cancer Survivorship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute, right here in Annapolis. So don’t wait any longer! Register your boat by October 30 and get out there on the Chesapeake Bay to support cancer care in our community!*

Host Memorable Events 🥂

Host your event at Annapolis Maritime Museum for a charming waterfront experience! Our 723 2nd Street venue features indoor space and a tented waterfront deck with stunning views for cocktail hour. The new Merrill Family Pavilion at 7300 Edgewood Road is a cozy bayside oasis with a stone fireplace. For smaller gatherings, our Barge House Meeting Space is ideal. Sail the Chesapeake Bay on our historic skipjack Wilma Lee, perfect for groups of 35 or less. Create unforgettable moments at Annapolis Maritime Museum!*

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WEATHER

Friday

67 🌡️ 55 | ☀️ | 3% | 💨 NE 9 mph (8 knots)

Saturday

61 🌡️ 53 | 🌧️ | 86% | 💨 ESE 8 mph (7 knots)

Sunday

60 🌡️ 51 | 🌧️ | 52% | 💨 N 14 mph (12 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

NAVY SPORTS

Upcoming games

Women's Cross Country
10/14 @ Army | 10:30 AM

Men's Cross Country
10/14 @ Army | 11:30 AM

Football (2-3)
10/14 @ Charlotte | 2 PM

Men's Golf (0-1)
10/15 @ Georgetown Intercollegiate | TBA

Men’s Hockey (0-3)
10/13 @ University of Rhode Island | 7 PM
10/14 @ University of Rhode Island | 4 PM

Women's Lacrosse
10/14 vs. Virginia Tech | 10 AM
10/14 vs. Ohio State | 12 PM
10/14 vs. East Carolina | 2 PM
10/15 vs. Northwestern | 10 AM

Rifle (2-1)
10/14 vs. Akron | 9 AM

Women's Rowing
10/15 @ Navy Day Regatta

Men's Heavyweight Rowing
10/15 @ Navy Day Regatta

Men's Lightweight Rowing
10/15 @ Navy Day Regatta

Women's Rugby (2-3)
10/14 vs. Sacred Heart | 10 AM

Men's Rugby (6-0)
10/14 vs. St. Bonaventure | 12 Noon

Intercollegiate Sailing
10/14-15 @ Women's Atlantic Coast Championships | All Day
10/14-15 @ Nevins Trophy | All Day
10/14-15 @ Washington College Fall Fleet Race | All Day

Offshore Sailing
10/14-15 vs. Keelboat Invitational Regatta | All Day
10/14-15 vs. McMillan Cup | All Day

Women’s Soccer (6-6-3)
10/14 vs. Army | 7 PM

Men’s Soccer (5-5-2)
10/13 vs. Army | 7 PM

Sprint Football (2-1)
10/13 vs. Caldwell | 6 PM

Women’s Tennis
10/13-15 @ San Diego Veterans Tennis Classic

Men’s Tennis
10/13-15 @ Navy Blue Invitational
10/13-15 @ San Diego Veterans Tennis Classic

Women's Triathlon
10/14 @ East Regional Qualifier | 2:30 PM

Women’s Volleyball (11-5)
10/13 vs. American University | 7 PM

Men's Water Polo (15-4)
10/14 @ Fordham | 11:30 AM

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