Navy sprint football coach Captain Carter Reading revealed that seniors Hunter Gennicks and Mick Tabor will serve as the 2026 team captains, with Gennicks overseeing the offense and Tabor taking charge of the defense.
A New Era of Leadership
Gennicks arrives as a proven playmaker, having earned the Collegiate Sprint Football League Most Valuable Player award as a junior and accumulating 2,256 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns over his career, complemented by 181 receiving yards and three touchdown catches in 22 games.
Tabor, a defensive stalwart, has logged 59 total tackles and 15.0 tackles for loss in 21 appearances, earning First Team All‑Collegiate Sprint Football League honors in 2024 and second‑team recognition the following year.
Both seniors expressed pride in the responsibility, saying they are honored to lead their teammates and eager to translate their preparation into success on the field.
Season Opener Preview
The 2026 campaign kicks off at home against Penn on Friday, September 18, setting the stage for a highly anticipated season opener.
Fans can expect a competitive clash as the Midshipmen aim to build momentum early, with the coaching staff confident that the new leadership will galvanize the squad.