<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0ldCzm_0w9jtt9K00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0ldCzm_0w9jtt9K00" width="998" height="665" ></figure>Navy head football coach Brian Newberry has been named to the prestigious Paul “Bear” Bryant Coach of the Year Award Watch List, an honor recognizing the top college football coaches for their contributions both on and off the field. Newberry is one of 27 coaches up for the award, which celebrates leadership, integrity, and excellence in the sport.The award, now in its 39th year, will be presented during a ceremony in Houston on January 22, 2025. The selection process involves votes from the National Sports Media Association, the Bryant Awards Executive Leadership Team, and the Bryant family.Navy’s Strong Start to the SeasonNewberry has led the Midshipmen to an impressive 5-0 record this season, earning them a No. 25 spot in the Associated Press poll. Navy looks to extend its undefeated streak to 6-0 for the first time since 1979 when they host Charlotte on Saturday. A win would also make Navy eligible for a bowl game, marking their first opportunity since 2019.Navy is one of five undefeated teams in the American Athletic Conference (AAC) and one of only 11 unbeaten teams in the entire Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). The Mids were ranked 11th in the AAC preseason poll, making their current performance particularly notable.Historic Homecoming for Navy FootballSaturday’s game will be the first time Navy plays at home as a Top 25 team since 2016, when they defeated Memphis 42-28. Navy is coming off a commanding 34-7 victory over Air Force, their first win over the Falcons since 2019 and the first in Colorado Springs since 2012. The 27-point win is the largest margin of victory for Navy in the series since 1978.Tickets for Saturday’s game are available at <a href="https://navysports.evenue.net/list/F">Navy Sports</a> or by calling 1-800-US4-NAVY.</div></body>

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Navy Football Coach Brian Newberry Named to Bear Bryant Coach of the Year Watch List

Navy head football coach Brian Newberry has been named to the prestigious Paul “Bear” Bryant Coach of the Year Award Watch List, an honor recognizing the top college football coaches for their contributions both on and off the field. Newberry is one of 27 coaches up for the award, which celebrates leadership, integrity, and excellence in the sport.