The Naval Academy's superintendent has called on Navy football fans to stop tossing candy at midshipmen as they march from the Academy to Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

In an October 13th letter to The Capital Newspaper, Vice Adm. Rodney P. Rempt said: "Candy throwing is simply demeaning to midshipmen. It does nothing to help us win football games."

He also noted, "it's potentially dangerous and it's just a matter of time before a midshipman is struck in the eye. Throwing candy to midshipmen has never been a tradition, and it detracts from the singing, cheering and game-day spirit of the Brigade during march-over." Admiral Rempt said.

"We appreciate our community's great support of the Brigade, but we ask that the candy throwing stop."

Do Your Part!  Help stop this unsafe practice.
Pass along the word to other parents and fans in your local Parents' Club.