"Unforgettable Army-Navy Game 2023: Midshipmen Run 458 Miles for the Ball"
149 midshipmen from the Naval Academy are running a ball 458 miles from Annapolis, Maryland, to Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, for the 2023 Army-Navy football game. The run, organized by Andrew Bacilek and his team, involves coordinating with law enforcement agencies across seven states, setting up overnight shelter locations, and dividing the team into relay-style segments. Despite the logistical challenges, Bacilek is determined to keep the 42-year tradition alive. The run began in 1981 as a way to build company spirit, and this year's run is the longest in history. The Army marathon team will also run a game ball from West Point, New York, to the game.